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Channel 4 has been dealt a huge blow after airing Bonnie Blue’s controversial doc 1000 Men and Me: The Bonnie Blue Story, with companies asking for their ads to be removed from it13:31, 10 Aug 2025Updated 13:33, 10 Aug 2025Bonnie Blue’s porn documentary has caused issues for Channel 4(Image: Channel 4)Channel 4 has withdrawn ads from its controversial Bonnie Blue doc which has sparked widespread fury.The adult star’s porn documentary, 1000 Men and Me, followed her in the run-up to her shocking stunt that involved her allegedly bedding 1,057 men in one day. It first aired last month and featured graphic sex scenes, nudity, and insight into her OnlyFans career.And it’s safe to say the doc caused uproar with a lot of viewers – and 160 complaints have been lodged to Ofcom. Some have fumed at the broadcaster for giving a platform to the divisive adult star, who has encouraged “barely legal” teens to participate in explicit content.And now Channel 4 has pulled all ads from the show after Ford, the primary sponsor of its documentaries, withdrew its branding from it. Last week, The Times reported that three companies – Visa and the drinks companies Diageo and Cawston Press – had requested their ads to stop appearing alongside the programme on Channel 4’s streaming service.The documentary has been met with a heavy backlash from viewers(Image: Channel 4)Ford’s branding continued to appear in all ad breaks and alongside an image of Bonnie Blue online. However, the car company has now decided to distance itself from the doc and has asked for all of its ads to be removed from it.According to The Times, Ford said: “[The branding] has been removed from the on-demand version at our request, so it doesn’t appear when being streamed. Otherwise, our sponsorship of C4 documentaries remains the same.”Ford have decided to cut ties with the doc and pulled its ads from it(Image: AP)Viewers can watch Bonnie Blue’s programme uninterrupted this weekend, which means Channel 4 will make no advertising revenue. Channel 4 said: “On review we have decided to cease carrying advertising around this documentary.”It said that before broadcast the documentary had been checked “to ensure advertising was suitable” and to “avoid inappropriate juxtapositions”.Bonnie Blue claims to have romped with over 1000 men in a day(Image: Channel 4)A Channel 4 spokesperson said in a statement: “We take great care to ensure that advertising is appropriately placed across all programming, particularly where content may be sensitive or potentially contentious.”In the case of 1000 Men and Me: The Bonnie Blue Story, the programme was reviewed in advance of transmission to ensure advertising was suitable. Several brands and categories were excluded to avoid inappropriate juxtapositions.”(Image: Drum)Channel 4’s commissioning editor, Tim Hancock, also addressed the film’s controversial subject matter. “I believe it is Channel 4’s job to tell stories like this that are at the edge of modern morality,” he said.Article continues below”I commissioned this documentary because Bonnie is the tip of a huge iceberg. Since the pandemic there has been a cultural shift in the acceptability of creating adult content and the types of people do it.”Have you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz here.Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood has claimed his brother, Lee, was the victim of an assault while walking his dog in Merseyside, and urged fans to contact police with any information12:58, 10 Aug 2025Updated 13:04, 10 Aug 2025Paul Hollywood says his brother Lee was the victim of a “nasty and unprovoked” attack(Image: Channel 4)Paul Hollywood has claimed his brother was the victim of a “nasty and “unprovoked” assault.The Bake Off judge has appealed to his fans for help after a man was attacked from behind while walking his dog in Merseyside on Friday night (August 8). The victim of the shocking assault ended up needing treatment in hospital and Hollywood said it was his brother, Lee, who was attacked.Cops said a male in his fifties was walking his dog at around 7.10pm when his dog and another dog began barking at each other. The man walking the other dog allegedly approached the man from behind, “punched him to the floor” and kicked him in the face.The Wirral Police appeal read: “We are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in Leasowe last night, Friday 8 August. The man, who is in his 50s, was walking his dog on Links View Playing fields, near to Shackleton Road, at around 7.10pm when his dog and another dog, which was being walked by an another male, began barking at each other.He shared an appeal from Wirral and Mersyside Police about the assault on Friday night (August 8)”The dogs were separated by the other male who then became irate. As the man walked away he was approached from behind and punched to the floor by the male. He was then kicked in the face and back before the male made off.”The man suffered injuries to his back and face and was taken to hospital for treatment. An investigation is underway and witness and CCTV enquiries are in the process of being carried out.”The man in his fifties was punched to the floor and kicked in the face – the victim needed hospital treatment(Image: Google)Detective Inspector Phil Ryan said: ”This was a nasty and unprovoked assault which left the man needing hospital treatment. We are appealing for anyone who was in the area of Links View Playing fields or Shackleton Road at around 7pm last night who heard or saw the incident or saw the male leaving the area to contact us.”Paul shared the appeal on his social media, telling fans: “If you have information regarding this attack on Friday night, the person in question who was attacked is my brother Lee. Any information please follow details above Thankyou.”Anyone with any information related to the attack has been asked to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X Merseyside Police Contact Centre or on Facebook, Merseyside Police Contact Centre. You can also call 101, quoting incident reference 25000654914.Hollywood has been a judge on The Great British Bake Off since 2010. He currently judges alongside Prue Leith. He started baking at his father’s bakery as a teen and went on yo serve as head baker at several British and international hotels.Article continues belowAlison Hammond and Noel Fielding currently host the Channel 4 show, which is due to return later this year. Georgie Grasso won the last series.Have you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz here.Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Former child star Jeffrey Louis Starr has sadly died at the age of 61. The retired actor was best known for starring as Mike Engelberg in the Bad News Bears movie sequels. He shared the screen with huge stars like Tony Curtis, William Devane and Clifton James during his time in the baseball comedy-drama films. […] More

Actor Kris Marshall, who played Humphrey Goodman in Death in Paradise, has opened up about his journey to stardom and one unfortunate experience he had before getting his break10:02, 10 Aug 2025Updated 10:03, 10 Aug 2025Kris Marshall was once fired from Iceland for a rather surprising reason(Image: BBC)Actor Kris Marshall has opened up about getting fired from his job before his big break.The star played Humphrey Goodman in Death in Paradise and has also appeared in major films like Love Actually and The Merchant of Venice. He’s now reprised his role as Humphrey in Death in Paradise spin-off, Beyond Paradise.But Kris worked a series of regular jobs before getting into TV and film – and not all of them went well. He has revealed details about his slightly bumpy journey to stardom.After being expelled from school, Kris was faced with a choice: retake his examinations or follow his acting dreams. He told The Guardian: “The only problem was, I had no idea how to get into the industry.(Image: BBC)”Instead, I worked the odd, crazy job to make ends meet – doing shifts in a toothpaste factory or in the laundry of an abattoir. That one was pretty grim – the smell will never leave me.He then confessed he was sacked from Iceland, continuing: “I was once fired from Iceland for wearing blue sunglasses on the till, and for a while, I knocked on the doors of people who hadn’t paid their TV licences,” reports the Express.(Image: BBC)Kris’ luck changed during his time working at a pub, where he met somebody from the entertainment industry. He started by touring the nation with stage shows before securing his first film role.”I went from hiding under my bed from the landlord because I couldn’t pay my rent, to flying over to the Toronto film festival to promote my first lead role in a film 18 months later,” he revealed.It was his roles in Love Actually and the sitcom My Family that truly launched him into the limelight. Kris said: “I would get recognised daily. Since then, it hasn’t stopped, but I don’t mind – it’s a small price to pay for what is a wonderful job.”Kris has suffered some setbacks in his acting journey, including the initial cancellation of his series, Sanditon, which was later revived due to popular demand. The period drama, based on Jane Austen’s unfinished work, unexpectedly returned for a second series after struggling to get ratings with its first.Chatting to RadioTimes, Kris said about the project: “It is the first show I’ve been on that has been cancelled and then reinstated.” He credited the revival to the dedicated fans, stating: “The fans did that after it took off in America, organising an incredible campaign to bring the show back.”Kris played DI Humphrey Goodman in Death in Paradise from 2014 until 2017. He reprised the role in Beyond Paradise in 2023.Have you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz here.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: The Stig, the iconic masked figure from BBC’s Top Gear, has spoken to Daily Star about what it was like to work with former co-star Jeremy Clarkson10:00, 10 Aug 2025This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreThe original Stig has shared his opinion on the three Top Gear presenters(Image: BBC)The Stig has opened up on his experience working with Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson. Perry McCarthy, who played the mysterious masked Stig for the show’s first two seasons, spoke to Daily Star on behalf of OLBG and said: “I’m in constant awe of Jeremy’s talent. He can juxtapose a moment to make it poignant and comedic, he’s an incredibly talented writer and broadcaster.”He almost relishes controversy and there’s bravery to that. Jeremy has a lot of attributes that I admire [although] I don’t agree with everything he says. Jeremy also doesn’t just laugh at his own jokes, he will give you credit!”The original Stig admitted that Clarkson has a “strong” character but the pair never came to a disagreement. “He’s a strong personality so if you had an idea to put across, you needed to come with the full information and do a bloody good job to convince him. We never butted heads though, never. I had no cause to.”Perry set the standard for all the Stigs that came after him(Image: Evening Gazette)Perry starred as the original Stig during Top Gear’s first two seasons, although his identity was famously kept a secret – a gag which became a huge part of the show as it gained popularity. He appeared on the motor show in an all-black ensemble with his face covered by a helmet visor, an outfit which was later changed to a white driving suit and head covering.McCarthy reminisced on his time working on Top Gear and admitted he “knew Richard and Jeremy better” than James May, but “all three were really good fun”.McCarthy wore a black suit – the Stig’s white suit was introduced later on”I’m still in touch with Richard. James was the biggest surprise to me, I knew him briefly from my motor racing days as he was a car journalist. I remember we announced a big new team in the south of France and James was in attendance, he was super quiet but he seemed so bright.””James came in for series two and quickly fit in with Richard and Jeremy, becoming an integral part of the trio. He had an immense wealth of knowledge and all three knew how to write and talk about cars, as well as have fun!”Perry praised the presenters’ dynamic as a “great combination” which helped “make the show” what it was: “They’re the reason it got shown in over 200 countries worldwide and why: ‘Who is The Stig?’ became a top ten question on Google.”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

Donald Trump was not a happy bunny when those cheeky South Park lads took the mickey out of his manhood. But it’s not the first time they’ve scorched a star to within an inch of their life…09:00, 10 Aug 2025Donald Trump cosies up to Satan in series 27 of South ParkDonald Trump had plenty to pout about in the wake of his blistering South Park takedown. The US president was shown cavorting naked in the desert with his “teeny-tiny” trouser snake out on display.And creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone aren’t finished with the Orange Manbaby yet. A new episode of their controversial cartoon, first aired in 1997, will feature the latest in his red-hot romance with Satan himself.Now we take a look at the show’s most shocking celebrity roasts…Russell Crowe (2002)The Kiwi actor and director appears as the host of children’s show Fightin’ Round The World, which features him randomly beating people up. It was inspired by a string of public scraps Russell had in 1999 and 2002.The Gladiator star is portrayed as a musclebound sailor with a strong Aussie accent, who travels on a talking tugboat called Tugger. The vessel is driven to try and kill itself when Russell serenades it with an acoustic guitar.Russell Crowe and talking boat TuggerJennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck (2003)The first time Bennifer got together, this truly bizarre episode was born. Racist character Eric Cartman creates a ‘Jennifer Lopez’ hand puppet, based on a stereotype of a Latino woman, which is then hired by her record company to replace her.When she heads to South Park to confront Cartman, her then-fiancé Ben falls in love with the same hand puppet. To make matters worse, the episode is called Fat B*** and Pancake Head.Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck get the South Park treatmentMel G More

EXCLUSIVE: Former EastEnders actress Danniella Westbrook has taken a cheeky swipe at fellow Sam Mitchell star Kim Medcalf and proposed an interesting future for the character09:00, 10 Aug 2025Danniella was the original Sam Mitchell(Image: Unknown)Danniella Westbrook, the actress who originally brought Sam Mitchell to life in EastEnders, has never been one to shy away from speaking her mind. In an exclusive interview with Daily Star in collaboration with casino.org, the soap star, 51, had some strong opinions about her iconic role and a subtle dig at the actress who later replaced her, Kim Medcalf, 51.When asked who she thought played Sam Mitchell best, Danniella didn’t hesitate. “I didn’t really watch the other girl play Sam Mitchell,” she said with a laugh. “So, I’d have to say I’m the best.”Her cheeky response is bound to stir debate among EastEnders fans, many of whom have long been divided over which actress embodies the feisty Mitchell sister more convincingly.Kim has also played the role multiple times(Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)The star also revealed that she wouldn’t rule out a return to Albert Square but only under the right conditions. For Danniella, reprising Sam would require a major shake-up at the Queen Vic.She explained: “I’d only go back if they gave Sam Mitchell the Queen Vic. If they put Sam behind the bar and made her the next Peggy, I’d go back. But if they didn’t, I’m not interested. The show needs some great matriarchs again, and they don’t have loads now, do they?”Imagining her version of Sam at the helm of Walford’s most famous pub, she said: “If Sam was running the Vic, she’d be a lot like Peggy, I think. But I think she’d have poker nights and all sorts going on.”The star would be up for a BBC soap return(Image: PA)The actress also reflected on the stark differences between her portrayal and Medcalf’s. “I think if she came back, she’d have to come back a bit differently, because the other girl who plays her does it so differently.”She added: “The way I play Sam and the way she plays Sam, it’s like two completely different characters.”According to the former BBC actress, the differences extend to the scripts also. Danniella claimed: “Even the writing changes. What they write for her and what they write for me are like two different personalities. Kim plays her a lot posher, not as East End, not as flirty, she’s more middle-class in her version.”Have you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz hereArticle continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

ITV viewers may be stunned by the reality star’s admissionKimberly Nhundu08:20, 10 Aug 2025Sam Thompson has shared his most unpopular TV opinion (Image: James Gourley/ITV/REX/Shutterstock)Since its 2002 debut, I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! has captivated ITV audiences, led by beloved hosts Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly.In the show’s format, celebrities live together in the Australian jungle, coping with little amenities. The 2023 instalment featured Made In Chelsea star Sam Thompson, pop sensation Marvin Humes, and social media influencer Nella Rose.Sam ultimately won the season and has maintained a strong media presence, often co-hosting the Staying Relevant Podcast with Strictly Come Dancing’s Pete Wicks.Now, the 33-year-old reality TV star has shared a potentially divisive opinion about Ant and Dec’s roles as I’m A Celeb hosts, reports Chronicle Live.Ant and Dec have presented the show since it first started in 2002(Image: ITV)In an interview with Daily Star’s Screen Time team, Sam spilled his most ‘unpopular’ TV opinion. He firmly stated: “When Ant and Dec leave I’m A Celeb, the show should stop.”Sam added: “Because they are that show, I just don’t know how it would work without them.”When questioned whether he could imagine other presenters taking on Ant and Dec’s positions, Sam clarified that he “wouldn’t want to.”He insisted that, even if the chance to take over hosting duties was presented to him and his friend Pete, he would probably turn it down because it would be a huge task to fill the void left by Ant and Dec.Sam described the I’m A Celeb experience as ‘beautiful’ (Image: James Gourley/ITV/REX/Shutterstock)Reflecting on his jungle stint, Sam also highlighted the ‘beauty’ of the experience. He shared: “You sit around that campsite for four weeks…you don’t speak to producers or anything like that, it’s literally just you and the people that you’re with,” adding: “That’s why it’s so beautiful.”However, it wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows, as the radio host had a rather unpleasant encounter with a leech early into the show.Article continues below”I had a leech in my bum,” he recalled. Luckily, the troublesome parasite detached itself after having its fill.”It extracted itself because it had fed so much it unattached. So it was just laying comatose next to me when I woke up.”Given his leech encounter, Sam’s crucial advice for any future contestants is simple: “If you don’t like leeches then you are scr***d.” More