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    A$AP Rocky found not guilty of assault after Hollywood shooting in 2021

    Rihanna’s beau ASAP Rocky has been found not guilty of two felony counts of assault by jurors in Los Angeles after he was charged with firing a gun at a former friend01:25, 19 Feb 2025Updated 01:28, 19 Feb 2025A LA jury reached their unanimous decision after deliverating for about three hours(Image: More

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    The Jam legend Rick Buckler dies aged 69 as tributes pour in from bandmates and fans

    Paul Weller has led tributes to the legendary drummer sharing memories of happier times, while fellow bandmember, Bruce Foxton described him as a ‘great guy’ who had been battling health issues20:03, 18 Feb 2025Updated 20:25, 18 Feb 2025The Jam’s Rick Buckler (middle) has died aged 69Rick Buckler, known for his role as the drummer in The Jam, has passed away aged 69 as his former bandmates pay tributes.His bandmate Paul Weller penned: “I’m shocked and saddened by Rick’s passing. I’m thinking back to us all rehearsing in my bedroom in Stanley Road, Woking.”To all the pubs and clubs we played at as kids, to eventually making a record. What a journey! We went far beyond our dreams and what we made stands the test of time. My deepest sympathy to all family and friends – P.W x.”Bruce Foxton said in a separate statement: “I was shocked and devastated to hear the very sad news today.”Rick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs. I’m glad we had the chance to work together as much as we did. My thoughts are with Leslie and his family at this very difficult time.”Bruce Foxton (left) and Rick Buckler (right) in 2007 (Image: More

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    BBC Radio 2 star quits after taking over iconic show following tragic death

    One BBC Radio 2 star has decided to step away from their position at the station after taking over one of the broadcaster’s most popular shows following the heartbreaking loss of it’s presenter17:02, 18 Feb 2025Updated 17:06, 18 Feb 2025Celebs Go Dating: Rob Beckett makes EastEnders jokeA BBC Radio 2 star has decided to quit their role at the station.Rob Beckett is hanging up his Sunday show mic, but he won’t be straying far from the airwaves. The 39 year old funnyman, who stepped into the role full-time after Paul O’Grady’s heart-wrenching death in 2023, will still pop up as a stand-in presenter.Post-Paul O’Grady’s passing, Beckett became the full-time face of the Sunday show until today’s bombshell [18 February] dropped that he’s bowing out. Amid a shakeup at the station, which includes Zoe Ball bouncing back into a new weekly programme, it was revealed that Beckett would wrap up his Sunday gig come April.But fear not, he’s sticking with Radio 2 for the odd cover shift keeping listeners chuckling on air. The Mock The Week star has addressed the decision and released a statement to his fans.Rob Beckett is quitting his BBC Radio 2 show, but not for long(Image: More