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    Oasis’s Liam and Noel Gallagher ‘not looking to be bigger man’ but still have ‘swagger’

    Oasis tour made their triumphant return on Friday night, rocking the Principality Stadium in Cardiff – but one body language expert says the lads still have their trademark charm07:32, 05 Jul 2025Updated 10:24, 05 Jul 2025This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreAn expert has said both Liam and Noel Gallagher still have their “trademark swagger”.Oasis made their huge return to the music scene on Friday night (July 4) as the Mancunian brothers took to the stage in the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. Thousands of fans flocked to the venue to listen to some of the band’s biggest hits in their first public performance since 2009.Now, as the tour is officially underway, one body language expert has been keeping an eye on how Liam and Noel are interacting with each other. He explained that while neither of them are trying to be ‘holier than thou’, the duo have not lost that spark they had 30 years ago.Speaking to Slingo, body language expert Darren Stanton said that right from the get go, the band still had their unique charm. Many were keen to see whether the brothers would kick off at each other during the gig, but Darren said there was no way that would be happening.Liam and Noel sent fans into a frenzy in their first public gig together since 2009(Image: More

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    Charmed and Fantastic Four star Julian McMahon dies from cancer aged 56 as wife pays tribute

    Charmed actor Julian McMahon has died at the age of 56 after a private battle with cancer, with his wife Kelly Paniagua leading tributes to the ‘beloved’ performer23:46, 04 Jul 2025Julian McMahon starred in many popular TV shows and moviesCharmed, Fantastic Four and Nip/Tuck actor Julian McMahon has tragically passed away at the age of 56 following a private battle with cancer. He died in Clearwater, Florida, on July 2, with his wife paying tribute to the ‘beloved’ Charmed star.”With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peacefully this week after a valiant effort to overcome cancer,” Kelly McMahon told Deadline.”Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible. We ask for support during this time to allow our family to grieve in privacy. And we wish for all of those to whom Julian brought joy, to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories.”The Aussie star, who was the son of former Prime Minister Billy McMahon, started his career as a model before transitioning into acting in the late 80s. He featured in Home and Away between 1990 and 1991 before making his feature acting debut opposite Elliott Gould in Wet and Wild Summer!Julian McMahon sadly lost his battle with cancerHe soon relocated to Hollywood to concentrate on his acting career and appeared in NBC’s Another World in 1993 before landing roles in Profiler and then Charmed as Cole Turner, reports the Mirror.Article continues belowFans may recognise him from when he secured his first series lead in Ryan Murphy’s Nip/Tuck, which ran for six seasons and earned him a Golden Globe nomination for his role as Dr Christian Troy.His leading man status saw him star in FBI: Most Wanted as Jess LaCroix for three series before his departure in 2022. His last two film roles were as Scally in The Surfer and Chick Carlson in The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat.He also portrayed Prime Minister Stephen Roos in Netflix’s The Residence this year. Not only was he a successful leading man, but he also lent his voice to Dr Doom in the 2005 Fantastic Four video game after appearing as the character in two major movies.Julian McMahon also starred as Dr Doom in Fantastic FourJulian tied the knot with Dannii Minogue in 1994 after they met on the set of Home and Away a few years earlier. He even featured in her music video for This Is It, which was about their relationship.Their careers kept them apart a lot, with him working in the US and her in the UK. A year and a half later, they decided to part ways.In 1999, he wed Baywatch star Brooke Burns, and they had a daughter in 2000 before their split in 2001. He then married for a third time in 2014 to Kelly Paniagua.He once spoke about feeling Australian while living in America. He said: “I feel like I’m Australian on the inside and American on the outside or something. I would never want to leave it behind either.”I love Australians, Australianisms, I love my part of being Australian.Article continues belowI love where I grew up and how I grew up and, you know, I wouldn’t change it for the world. “. More

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    Oasis Cardiff round-up as Liam and Noel Gallagher smash first reunion tour gig

    Oasis delivered a Supersonic celebration of their legacy during their first comeback gig.After 16 years apart, brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher had lost none of their sneering cool and arrogant indifference.No Maybes, the swagger was Definitely back from the moment Liam sauntered on stage, hands behind his back, and leant up to the microphone for a monumental Hello.”You beautiful people, it’s been too long,” hollered Liam. Cue the beer rain-showers as Morning Glory cranked into gear, the front 20 rows a blurred wave of bouncing bucket hats and ill-fitting Adidas shirts.”See you’re still on the glue,” quipped Liam pointing to a bunch of fans going nuts.Anyone hoping for that big emotional embrace (or major brawl) between the warring Gallaghers will be disappointed to learn they were on their best behaviours, rarely acknowledging one another bar an unlikely smirk.Hearing them combine to holler brotherhood banger Acquiesce provided a warm fuzzy feeling, as much as two blokes standing in anorak and denim shirt can. To be fair, their dual presence was enough to get the nostalgic juices flowing and the old dynamic definitely still works – Liam’s visceral force the perfect foil for Noel’s introspective songs of hope.Celebs like Vernon Kaye and Johnny Vaughn were spotted in Cardiff while every pub and bar along St Mary’s Street in the Welsh capital was filled with people, all decked out in Oasis merchandise. Even support acts Cast and Richard Ashcroft admitted their excitement at being part of the historic night.30 years ago Oasis had to convince a reluctant scene that they were the greatest band ever, and now the world will believe it all over again. More

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    Oasis fans pay jaw-dropping price for alcohol and mega four-pint jug deal

    Oasis fans will be charged a staggering amount for a pint in Cardiff this weekend, as they flock to the Welsh capital to see the band’s first gig since 2009Mark Jefferies Showbiz Editor and Bekka Barnard TV & Showbiz Reporter22:20, 04 Jul 2025Oasis fans can expect to pay a pretty penny for a pint at the band’s reunion tour.The staggering cost of a drink has been unveiled, with fans predicted to splurge a small fortune on fags and booze over the weekend.Based on recent gig and rugby match prices at the Principality Stadium, Oasis devotees will be forking out a hefty £7.80 for a pint of lager as the eagerly anticipated tour gets underway tonight and continues into Saturday night.Alternatively, they can choose a four-pint jug for £31 when Noel and Liam take to the stage for two nights in the Welsh capital – which brings each pint down by a mere 5p.Gallagher fans have flocked in their thousands to Cardiff’s Principality StadiumThere are local pubs around the stadium offering more affordable beverages before fans make their way inside. The Prince Of Wales, a Wetherspoon’s pub, is conveniently located within walking distance of the venue.Article continues belowAdditionally, there is also a strip of bars opposite Gate 4 of the stadium including a Brewdog pub and Queens Vaults both highly rated on Google, reports the Mirror.The brothers haven’t played together for 16 years(Image: More