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One of Keira Knightley’s most gut-wrenching projects, which heartbroken film fans have branded utterly “tragic”, has left audiences in tears as they promise to only watch once11:00, 07 Sep 2025Film fans are refusing to watch one of Keira Knightley’s films more than once.The 2007 war romance film Atonement stars James McAvoy, Keira Knightley, Saoirse Ronan, Romola Garai, Vanessa Redgrave, Juno Temple, Benedict Cumberbatch, Brenda Blethyn and Ailidh Mackay.Directed by Joe Wright, Atonement is based on the 2001 Ian McEwan novel of the same name. The plot follows a crime and the consequences that follow in the six decades after, beginning right back in the 1930s.Wright was the youngest director to ever open the Venice International Film Festival at 35 and his project was a smash hit.Atonement was later nominated at the 80th Academy Awards and 61st British Academy Film Awards. It swiped a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Drama.Atonement was a huge success thanks to Keira and James’ chemistry(Image: PA)Over on X/Twitter, fans are still gushing over Atonement’s love story despite the film being released almost two decades ago: “Atonement is such a banger [film] because it’s tragic and it’s everything to me,”One person slammed Saoirse Ronan’s incredible performance and wrote: “Her character in Atonement one of the most unbearable characters to exist in cinema history.”Keira stars alongside James in this tragic love story(Image: Universal Studios)Someone tweeted: “What movie ending hurt you so much you swore you’d never watch it again?” to which another X/Twitter user replied: “The ending of Atonement (2007) is a devastating twist of narrative and memory. A haunting meditation on guilt, storytelling, and the lives we rewrite too late.”Keira’s bright green dress has become one of the most iconic outfits in HollywoodOn Rotten Tomatoes, Atonement has an impressive 83 percent score and rave reviews from critics. One of them said: “Your heart breaks for Cecilia, Robbie, and what should have been, as well as an adult Briony…”Another complimentary critic typed: “This level of storytelling and artistry is a rare treat, demonstrating director Joe Wright’s knack for working with adapted material.”Join the Daily Star’s WhatsApp for the sexiest headlines, showbiz gossip and lots moreThe Daily Star is now on WhatsApp and we want you to join us!Through the app, we’ll send you the sassiest showbiz stories, some naught headline and a seismic smattering of aliens…along with the latest breaking news of course.To join our community, all you have to do to join isclick on this link, select ‘Join Chat’ and you’re in!No one will be able to see who has sign up and no one can send messages except for the Daily Star team. We also treat our community members to competitions, special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.CLICK HERE TO JOINArticle continues belowHave you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz hereWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

Love Island fans are convinced that Harrison’s latest social media post hints at his feelings for ToniKimberly Nhundu10:21, 07 Sep 2025Updated 10:42, 07 Sep 2025Fans are convinced Harrison ‘misses’ Toni (Image: ITV/Shutterstock)Love Island fans are convinced that Series 12 heartthrob Harrison Solomon is ‘missing’ his villa partner, Toni Laites.The 22-year-old footie star joined the summer series midway and coupled up with Toni, who later clinched the reality show crown alongside fellow newcomer Cach Mercer.Their romance hit the rocks when Harrison’s head was turned by Casa Amor stunner Lauren Wood, for whom he later walked out of the show.Now, the pair – who’ve been joined at the hip since exiting the villa – have seemingly stirred the pot with a divisive social media post.Harrison took to TikTok on Saturday (6 September), sharing a playful video in which he quizzes Lauren about missing the ITV villa, reports OK!Content cannot be displayed without consentThe 26-year-old retorts: “No, no. How about you?” Harrison agrees, replying: “No, me neither.”The camera then swings to the former Islander, who is looking glum on the floor, suggesting he misses the villa.The nine-second snippet has racked up nearly a million views, with fans echoing a common sentiment in the comments section. Many reckon Harrison is yearning for his days with Toni.One wrote: “Replace the word villa with Toni and you’re right on the money there, mate,” while another concurred: “Really, you mean you miss Toni.”Another fan chimed in, “I’d miss Toni too, to be fair,” and a fourth queried, “Does he miss the place or someone?”.However, some leapt to the Derby lad’s defence, with one countering: “He just means the villa and all his mates and time in there… not that deep.”Harrison and Lauren are still going strong(Image: ITV/Shutterstock)Upon returning to the main house with Harrison, Lauren watched her fresh romance crumble as he began chatting up Toni before ultimately choosing to recouple with her.This devastated Lauren, especially since the duo had been intimate before Harrison abandoned her for his former partner.Nevertheless, the footballer eventually chose to chase Lauren and departed the villa alongside her following her harsh elimination.The pair remains solid to this day. Harrison, who had been residing in America, has even said he won’t be heading back across the pond.Instead, he’ll remain in the UK for Lauren and his nearest and dearest.Article continues belowDaily Star has reached out to Harrison’s representatives for comment.Love Island Series 12 is streaming now on ITVX More

Charlotte Dawson and fiancé Matt Sarsfield have put their romance on pause, as she says juggling life with three kids has left little time to focus on their relationship10:04, 07 Sep 2025The couple share three children(Image: Instagram)Life for Charlotte Dawson has never been more hectic – and with three little ones under five, it’s easy to understand why. She also had to weather a turbulent period in her personal life last year when her fiancé, ex-rugby league star Matt Sarsfield, confessed to sending explicit messages to another woman whilst Charlotte was expecting their third child.Despite the heartbreak and doubt about their future at the time, Charlotte chose to stick by her partner and today she describes their bond as “strong”. However, as she reveals exclusively to OK!, their world revolves entirely around family at the moment, meaning any romantic gestures have been put firmly on the back burner.”Date nights – what are they?” laughs Charlotte, 32, with her characteristic, no-nonsense wit. She and Matt, who celebrates his 34th birthday this week, are mum and dad to Noah, four, Jude, two, and six-month-old Gigi, and she acknowledges they find it tough to carve out couple time away from the nappies, midnight feeds and household chaos.”We’ve had no date nights recently,” she admits. “We do need to prioritise us a bit more because we just haven’t for a while. It’s all about the kids right now. But when Noah starts school and we’ve got a proper routine, that’s when I think our spark will start sparking again.”, reports the Mirror.Charlotte is the daughter of late comedian Les(Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage)Whilst last summer’s infidelity drama proved to be a difficult period for Charlotte, she maintains that she and Matt have completely put the episode behind them. “We’re solid, you know?” she explains.”We’ve worked through everything and now it’s all about the kids and family life.”When it comes to disciplining their children, Charlotte believes there’s no contest about who plays the roles of good cop and bad cop. “Oh, Matthew is the strict one – 100%,” she declares.”I try, but they just laugh in my face. When Matthew says it’s wrong, it’s wrong. When I say it, it’s like, ‘Yeah, OK Mum.’ Jude listens to me a bit more, but Noah? Nah, he just thinks I’m a joke.”This dynamic seems to work well for the couple, even though Charlotte concedes she’s a bit lenient. “I do try,” she insists.”But honestly, I’m all about cuddles and chaos – that’s me.”They have worked through their issues(Image: Charlotte Dawson/Instagram)With a giggle, she admits that chaos aptly describes her current situation. As we speak, Noah is preparing for his first day of school, Jude is advancing to a higher class at nursery, and Gigi – who, as Charlotte proudly points out, was born on International Women’s Day – has just begun weaning.”It’s all happening! I’ve got two big milestones at once and then Gigi is starting on solids, so I literally can’t catch a break,” she exclaims. “I keep telling myself not to blink because this stage will be gone soon, but right now, it’s full-on.”The prospect of sending her eldest child off to school is taking an emotional toll on her, she confesses. “Noah was my lockdown baby, my firstborn – he’s always been with me,” she shares.”So, the thought of him going off in his little uniform, I’m hormonal just thinking about it. Honestly, I’m in bits.”For Charlotte, the biggest hurdle hasn’t been uniforms or school shoes – it’s been establishing some sort of routine. “Noah’s never really had a proper routine,” she confesses.”I live in Barbie world! When he was a baby, I just wanted him with me all the time. But now school is starting, we have to nail this bedtime thing. That’s what I’m most worried about.”Article continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

EXCLUSIVE: Danniella Westbrook says she’d love to do Strictly Come Dancing but hints she’s not allowed on the show, revealing there’s a surprising reason behind the ban09:00, 07 Sep 2025Updated 10:36, 07 Sep 2025The star would love to do the BBC showDanniella Westbrook has admitted why she’s unlikely to ever appear on Strictly Come Dancing – and it might surprise fans who would love to see her on the dazzling dancefloor.The former EastEnders star admitted that appearing on the hit BBC ballroom show has always been a dream of hers. Talking exclusively to Daily Star in collaboration with casino.org, she said: “I’d love to do Strictly. It’s my dream.”But I don’t think they’d let me do it because I’ve done Dancing on Ice already. I’m not sure why, though. They are hugely different – two very different shows.”Danniella, 51, added that she would also jump at the chance to appear on shows like Celebrity Dance Moms, describing it as something she thinks “would be great”.Danniella doesn’t think her TV dream will ever happen(Image: Getty Images)The actress is keeping her options open elsewhere, revealing she’d also love to try Celebs Go Dating to find love. “I need to find true love. I thought I found it, but I was wrong,” she admitted candidly.When asked what kind of partner she’s looking for, Danniella shared: “Someone with a job. Honestly, a good mate of mine, Danny – he’s been in the industry for years doing hair. He’s worked with some huge celebrities, like Cara Delevingne and loads of others. If you could find someone like my mate Dan, that would be perfect.“He understands how tough this industry can be and has a solid work ethic. He’s clean and sober, so he’d get where I’m coming from with my own lifestyle.She is also on the hunt for love(Image: Getty Images)Article continues below“I’d love to meet someone who’s not a clout chaser, someone genuine who isn’t obsessed with social media or has a massive ego. Just someone real, with a bit of drive. Someone who doesn’t want to suddenly be an actor or go on Big Brother once you’ve lived with them, you know, suddenly they want to give up everything they’re doing and become famous.”She continued: “When you get to 51, and you think you’ve found ‘the one’, like I thought I had not too long ago, and it doesn’t work out, it knocks you a bit. So now, I’m just trying to find that spark and energy again.”Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Rylan Clark has been dating his new boyfriend Kennedy Bates for several months, and the couple were inseparable as they showed off their romance at Radio 2 In The ParkSeamus Duff Showbiz Reporter and Phoebe Tonks Overnight Reporter23:27, 06 Sep 2025Rylan Clark and his new boyfriend have gone public(Image: Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock)Rylan Clark and his new beau Kennedy Bates made a public display of their flourishing romance at Radio 2 In The Park. The pair were seen mingling with mates in the VIP section at the Chelmsford event on Saturday.The former X Factor contestant, 36, who has presented on BBC Radio since 2018, enjoyed automatic access to the star-studded bash. Meanwhile, 47 year old Kennedy beamed as he accompanied the broadcasting personality as his guest.The duo appeared in high spirits as they settled at a picnic table with pals, engaging in animated conversation and laughter whilst looking completely at ease in one another’s presence under the sunny skies, reports the Mirror.An onlooker revealed that the chat between the couple – whose relationship was confirmed last month – was playfully flirtatious throughout their day out. Those witnessing the pair couldn’t help but notice the undeniable spark between the television presenter and the fairground operator.The Radio and TV host is now dating funfair worker Kennedy Bates(Image: instagram/bbfunfair)READ MORE: More

Katie Price and Kerry Katona have kicked off their joint tour and the former glamour model opened up about her marriage to Peter Andre, saying she’s ‘suffered’ since their split23:04, 06 Sep 2025After a tense few months feuding with ex–husband Peter Andre, Katie Price has lifted the lid on their four year marriage(Image: Getty Images)Katie Price has spoken candidly about the collapse of her marriage to Peter Andre – though she maintains there are “happy memories” from their time together.The former glamour model and television personality was accompanied by her longtime pal Kerry Katona for the launch night of their joint tour at Marine Hall in Fleetwood this evening, where the duo, who have been friends for over twenty years, discussed their personal lives with remarkable openness.Price, 47, and Katona, 45, are set to visit venues including New Brighton, Ellesmere Port, Stockport and London as part of their tour.During the opening performance, conversation quickly shifted to their former spouses.Despite their turbulent relationship, Katie says there were happy moments during their marriage(Image: Getty Images)READ MORE: More

In her new book, Judgement, Tulisa revealed she’s wanted to probe aliens for years and describes herself as a ‘nerd’ when it comes to the extra-terrestrialDavid O’Dornan21:42, 06 Sep 2025Tulisa has admitted she is obsessed with aliens(Image: Instagram/tulisacontostavlos)Pop star Tulisa is obsessed with aliens and UFOs and wants to go on a telly mission to investigate them.The N-Dubz singer and former X Factor judge revealed that she has already had talks with film-makers. Tulisa, 37, said: “I’ve had conversations about documentary-style work, but it’s got to be something I’m excited about. Send me around the world looking at ancient alien sites! If it feels authentic, then I would do it – but not for the sake of it.”The Londoner – real name Tula Contostavlos – had her last major spell on TV as a campmate in last year’s I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!Tulisa wants to be sent around the world to look at ancient alien sites(Image: Getty Images/Science Photo Library RF)In her new book Judgement, she admitted that she is a “nerd” who has been wanting to probe aliens for years.She said: “I’ve always been a little obsessed with the universe and life itself, spending countless hours reading books and watching documentaries about everything from space and time to modern and especially ancient theories about aliens.“I’ve always had a deep interest in the book The 12th Planet by Zecharia Sitchin and also Chariots of the Gods? by Erich von Däniken, both about ancient history or ‘theory’ as most would say.Tulisa said she’s a nerd when it comes to ancient alien theories(Image: Getty Images)“I now live in a quiet countrified area in the middle of nowhere, which is exactly how I like it.”My life journey has turned me into more of an introvert these days and I am pretty much a shadow of my old extrovert, sociable, party self.”In my spare time I embrace the quiet life now.Article continues below“Honestly, I’m a bit of nerd in my spare time. I’ve gone back to being an avid reader like I was in my teens. I’m obsessed with Ancient History and Ancient Alien theories.“I’m currently on my fifth read of The Emerald Tablets of Thoth the Atlantean. I watch all things fantasy, play PlayStation and of course I still love to cook, especially in my new kitchen.”For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. More

BBC drama Peaky Blinders was a global hit on Netflix but Americans had to use subtitles to understand the thick regional accent of the main charactersDavid Jarvis20:09, 06 Sep 2025Americans have had to use subtitles to understand the Brummie accent of Peaky Blinders(Image: Grab)The Brummie gangster saga Peaky Blinders was a massive hit in America – but only after viewers turned on their TV subtitles to understand it, figures show.Classic Brummie phrases like “Bostin” meaning brilliant and “Tara-a-bit” meaning goodbye and “down the cut” for going down to the canal left US viewers utterly baffled. The BBC drama went global on Netflix but it was only when eight out of ten Americans used subtitles that they could understand what was being said in the gritty gangland epic starring Cillian Murphy and Paul Anderson.Researchers found 83 per cent of US viewers resorted to using subtitles to make sense of other Brummie phrases like “Bab” meaning baby, “Cob” for a bread roll, “Yampy” for someone losing the plot and “Blartin’” for crying.Peaky Blinders is a massive hit in the States(Image: BBC)The online language tutor Preply asked 1,200 US adults how they watched the classic UK show and other UK TV dramas featuring regional accents to come up with the findings.A spokesperson said: “The Brummie accent left American audiences scratching their heads – until they switched on the subtitles. Peaky Blinders and the thick Brummie accents in particular proved difficult.“British regional accents, for many Americans, are challenging.”Cillian Murphy played gangland mob boss, Tommy Shelby(Image: BBC/Caryn Mandabach/Robert Viglasky)Peaky Blinders is set in Birmingham between the 1880s to the 1920s and ran for six series first on BBC2 and then on BBC 1 from 2013 to 2022.Cillian Murphy played ruthless gangland boss Tommy Shelby and Paul Anderson his brother Arthur and Murphy became an international star when Netflix bought the rights to release the show in the United States and around the world.A feature length film titled The Immortal Man, which is set a few years after the series finale, began filming last year (2024) and will be distributed by Netflix.American audiences often struggle with British accents(Image: Grab)The poll also found American audiences struggle with other British accents including Geordie, Scouse and Cockney.They reach for their remote controls to switch on subtitles for Geordie phrases like “Alreet pet?” meaning are you okay? and Scouse “G’wed” meaning to go ahead.Article continues belowOverall 17 per cent of Americans said they could not understand any UK regional accents.But 50 per cent said they are left even more baffled by the Scottish accent with phrases like “Dae” for do, “Sair heid” for sore head and “Eejit” for idiot leaving them utterly stumped.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. More