Showbiz

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has opened up about the terrifying ordeal she endured at the hands of a stalker, who targeted her and her family in a seven-year campaign19:27, 30 Aug 2025Updated 19:30, 30 Aug 2025The man targetted her mother(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Ros)Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has revealed how she feared for her life during a seven-year stalking ordeal, confessing: “I will never feel completely safe again.” The Strictly Come Dancing judge, 64, spoke candidly about her nightmare experience at the hands of Kyle Shaw, 37, who received a suspended 20-month jail sentence in April.Speaking to the Sunday Mirror about the enduring psychological effects, Shirley confessed: More

Icon Gail Porter thinks that TV isn’t what is was back then when it was ‘chaotic’ and ‘one big fun fest’ as the presenter feels ‘really lucky’ that she was part of the TV landscape in the 90s18:38, 30 Aug 2025Updated 18:38, 30 Aug 2025Gail has shared her thoughts on TV nowadays (Image: Getty Images)Gail Porter reckons TV has lost the fun factor. The presenter thinks it’s sad that shows aren’t as chaotic these days. She said: “Things have changed. Now it seems a bit structured and you know what’s happening.“You don’t have shows like Top of the Pops and The Big Breakfast now.” Gail shot to fame in the 90s when there were plenty of rowdy presenters and bonkers shows on the box. Being part of that era of TV was a dream for her.She said: “We had great fun. We used to laugh all the time. It was chaotic and I enjoyed that. It was one big fun fest. I was really lucky.She is carving out a career in stand-up comedy(Image: SWNS)“People say, ‘Was it really bad? Was it awful? Was there sexism?’ But for me it wasn’t bad. I had nothing to complain about. I had an absolute riot.”These days Gail is carving out a career in stand-up comedy. She said: “I joke about all sorts of stuff.”Previously, the TV legend said she’d rather sit at home with her pet cat than go out on a date.The 54-year-old said she ‘preferred’ the company of animals to people, and would rather sit at home in her vest and watch horror movies than go on a romantic date.The star lost her hair to alopecia when she was 34(Image: TV Times via Getty Images)Gail, who lost her hair to alopecia when she was 34, said that animals never needed to ‘talk’ and that she could rant and rave and they would still love her.The former Celebrity Big Brother star said she currently has a cat called Ziggy – after dog Missy and cat Pickles – and that she’s ‘too fat’ to get in her in her cat box.The TV star – whose 60ft-high naked image was beamed onto the Houses of Parliament in 1999 by lads’ mag FHM – said: “I prefer animals to people.“If someone said to me ‘Do you want to go on a date?’, I’d say ‘Actually I’d rather stay at home with my cat, who wouldn’t care if I’m wandering around in only a vest watching some shit horror film’.”Speaking about Ziggy, Gail said she was similar to her – in that she ‘didn’t like people’ either. She said: “She (Ziggy) doesn’t like people much, which suits me.“She doesn’t leave my side and eats loads. Marmite particularly. She loves it. She’s too fat to get in her box now.”Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

Coldplay have been forced to reschedule the final two dates of their 10-show run at Wembley Stadium due to strikes on the London Underground18:28, 30 Aug 2025Updated 18:28, 30 Aug 2025Coldplay’s long-running Music of the Spheres World Tour finally reached London’s Wembley Stadium in August(Image: Redferns)Coldplay have expressed their sincere apologies after being compelled to postpone the closing two nights of their 10-gig Wembley Stadium series due to London Underground strikes.The Yellow hitmakers, led by Chris Martin, explained that industrial action by Rail, Maritime And Transport (RMT) union members across the Tube network from September 5 for a week had rendered their September 7 and 8 performances unfeasible.In a social media statement, the group declared: “We’re sorry to announce that, due to planned industrial action on the London Underground, we’ve been forced to reschedule our final two concerts of the current Wembley Stadium run.Coldplay celebrated their first night at Wembley Stadium on August 22(Image: Charlotte Tutton / Mirror )”Without a Tube service, it’s impossible to get 82,000 people to the concert and home again safely, and therefore no event licence can be granted for the nights of 7th and 8th September. To avoid cancelling the shows, our only option is to reschedule.”, reports the Mirror.The group revealed that their September 7 concert would shift to September 6, whilst their September 8 show would move to September 12. The band continued: “We’re very sorry for the inevitable disappointment, frustration and inconvenience that this situation causes.”Coldplay confirmed that existing tickets would remain valid for the rearranged dates, though supporters unable to make their new show can claim full refunds from their original purchase point before midday on September 2. Returned tickets will be made available for general sale at 11am on 3 September via Ticketmaster.The band has confirmed that the shows scheduled for 30 and 31 August, and 3 and 4 September will proceed as planned.This Wembley stint will see Coldplay set a new record as the first act to play 10 dates at the national football stadium in a single year, surpassing the joint record of eight shows held by Taylor Swift and Take That.So far, the concerts – part of the band’s Music of the Spheres world tour – have featured performances of hits like Paradise, Trouble and We Pray.A generous 10% of the band’s proceeds from the Wembley gigs will be donated to the Music Venue Trust, supporting grassroots UK venues and emerging artists.Moreover, the Wembley shows are being powered entirely by renewable energy, with no generator use.Article continues belowSolar energy is channelled into the grid through the band’s new renewable energy and ecosystem restoration project, Higher Power Farm, located in the west of England.Formed in the late 1990s, Coldplay has achieved remarkable success with two UK number one singles and 10 UK number one albums. They are best known for their hit songs such as Yellow, Clocks and Viva La Vida.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

Marina Sirtis, who is famous for playing Counselor Deanna Troi on the sci-fi series will be back on TV playing a role that’s many years away from her glamorous role in Star Trek17:34, 30 Aug 2025Updated 17:34, 30 Aug 2025Chloe Stannage as ‘Thalia Moustakas’ and Marina Sirtis as her grandmother ‘Alexa Moustakas'(Image: Grab)Marina Sirtis is lightyears away from Star Trek for her latest role. The actress is famous around the world for playing glamorous Counselor Deanna Troi on the sci-fi series. The iconic show, following the space adventures of the crew on board the Starship Enterprise, first aired in 1966.The ship is captained by William Shatner’s iconic character, Captain James Kirk, and the show has had a loyal fan base since. But this week she’ll be back on TV playing a grandma in new crime drama The Sunshine Murders.An insider said: “Marina is thrilled to be part of the show. It’s certainly different from her time on Star Trek!” The series starts tomorrow at 2.15pm on 5.She was famous for her role in Star Trek(Image: Getty Images)Previously, Star Trek fans pointed out a glaring error in the original series. Fans were left scratching their heads when they noticed the series appeared to get his name wrong in one of the very first episodes of the show.In the third episode, titled Where No Man Has Gone Before, Kirk is forced to fight against an Enterprise crew member who gains telekinetic abilities and goes mad with power. Commander Gary Mitchell taunts Kirk by showing him a grave for his “old friend”.He says Kirk deserved a decent burial and forces Kirk to pray to him as a god and for an easy death.She is playing a different role now(Image: Getty Images)But the grave reads James “R” Kirk, which is odd considering Kirk’s middle name is Tiberius, meaning there should be a T on the tombstone. Viewers on Star Trek pointed out the error.One on Reddit asked: “Why didn’t they fix that? Obviously there has been enough times where it has been established that Kirk’s middle initial begins with a T.”Another asked: “When did James R Kirk become James T Kirk?” with the post getting 15 upvotes by fans presumably wanting answers.The sci-fi series was a hit(Image: Getty Images)However, it seems the apparent name error occurred as it was a pilot episode, so its creators may have assigned a random initial and changed Kirk’s name later on in the series.One fan wrote: “It’s a production goof. It should read T.” Another said: “It might have something to do with it being a pilot episode.”According to DC Fontana in the introduction for Star Trek: The Classic Episodes 1, when the blunder was discovered, Gene Roddenberry decided that if asked about the mistake, he’d reply: “Gary Mitchell had godlike powers, but at base he was Human. He made a mistake.”Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

Some Strictly Come Dancing stars have been accused of being involved in a “throuple,” a non-monogamous relationship involving three people, in jaw-dropping allegations17:23, 30 Aug 2025Three Strictly Come Dancing stars are in a “throuple,” it has been alleged.The BBC now faces allegations that three Strictly personalities are reportedly involved in a throuple – a romantic arrangement between three individuals, reports the Mirror.Insiders claim several cast members were left “absolutely shocked” when details of the unconventional relationship came to light, according to MailOnline. Daily Star has approached the BBC for comment.One source alleged: “There is a ‘throuple’ taking place behind the scenes, which has angered some Strictly stars.” A source, who stated that the three individuals cannot be named due to legal constraints, says the alleged relationship has reportedly “raised many eyebrows backstage.”They shared: “It is, like, the best gossip ever. It all came out during a night out, people were absolutely shocked.”Allegations of a throuple have been made(Image: BBC)”These are people who have many friends and many connections to Strictly and while nobody is actually doing anything wrong in the scenario, you can only imagine how it has become the talk of the show.”These claims come as Strictly star Janette Manrara bids farewell to her co-stars. The dancer and It Takes Two presenter has been performing in Chicago as Roxie Hart for six months and took to social media to post a message for her friends.She wrote: “And just like that, @chicagoonstage is a wrap. It’s been a whirlwind…. “But what a story! Unforgettable!”.The claims have not been confirmed or denied(Image: PA)”The job is always about the people, and this bunch was definitely one of the best. Thanks for the memories,” she typed as fans and friends flocked to the comments to share their praise.One person said: “Smashed it!! An amazing achievement,” while another wrote: “Journey of an absolute lifetime. I have had the best time coming along and watching you! U were born to be Roxie! Thank u for all the memories! Nice glasses too.””What an incredible show and incredible performance from you! I went to see it last night and was blown away! Such a talented and funny cast,” typed another eager fan.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

Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks were seen on holiday together as the former Love Island star sat between his legs and claims her husband was allegedly “livid” began to arise17:01, 30 Aug 2025Updated 17:05, 30 Aug 2025Olivia and husband Bradley tied the knot back in June 2023(Image: oliviajade_attwood/Instagram)Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks were spotted looking very close in recent holiday snaps.The showbiz duo were seen on a luxury yacht, Olivia wearing a black bikini and a baseball cap while Pete wore a white shirt.The former Love Islander appeared to be perched in between the TOWIE star’s legs and his hand was placed on her hip as they booth looked off to the side, seemingly in conversation.It was reported that Olivia’s husband Bradley Dack had “gotten stick about the pictures from his teammates” as his pals “known Brad and Liv are happily married but couldn’t resist winding him up about it” even though Bradley “trusts Liv”.Pete and Olivia are good friends and “there is no issue” from Bradley’s side(Image: Instagram/olivia_attwood)Now, a source has since confirmed: “There is no issue between Olivia and Bradley. Olivia and Pete have been close friends for many years, and they were in Ibiza together for KISS weekend where they were recording their podcast live and on the boat included their podcast producer and team. They were all just letting off steam!”The duo previously released “Top Secret” WhatsApp message between themselves to promote the launch of their Kiss FM radio show The Sunday Roast. In the texts, Pete branded Olivia his “work wife”.The pair were recently spotted on holiday together(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Spo)Olivia married footballer Bradley back in June 2023 and has spoken about what it’s like to marry a footballer. She joked: “I wouldn’t recommend anyone, genuinely, to date an athlete of any description.””I think there’s a lot that comes with that that would age you quite severely.”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

Soap star Bobby Davro was so nervous on his first day at the iconic EastEnders set that he ended up doing something very unexpected in his car which reduced everyone to laughterDavid O’Dornan16:22, 30 Aug 2025Updated 16:22, 30 Aug 2025Nothing is off limits with Bobby(Image: PA)Bobby Davro was so nervous on his first day on set in EastEnders he pooed in his pants. His former co-star Cheryl Fergison – Heather Trott in the soap – revealed the comic had the mishap just before he met her alongside Linda Carter, who played on-screen pal Shirley.She said: “His first day, that was a bit of a disaster. Linda and I were sitting outside on the little veranda where we’d often go for a cigarette and gossip between scenes.“We were told Bobby was due to arrive early so he could meet us before shooting and as neither of us had met him before, we were expecting a warm handshake and a bit of showbiz small talk. Next thing we know, an Aston Martin comes veering through the Elstree security gates, it was very flashy and stylish.Bobby Davro was very nervous(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images)“‘That’ll be him,’ I said, standing up. We both stood halfway, ready to do the polite thing, when suddenly Bobby pulls up, leaps out of the car and without so much as a glance in our direction, bolts through a side door and slams it behind him.“‘Well, that was bloody rude,’ Linda said, genuinely taken aback. ‘This is the bloke who’s supposed to be playing my boyfriend. This is our first proper introduction and he’s legged it past us like we’re invisible.’“We sat back down in the sun, both of us slightly miffed, puffing away on our fags and going over scripts with one eye on the door.”He quite literally pooped himself(Image: Getty Images Europe)In her memoir Behind The Scenes Cheryl, 60, told how Bobby, 66, had a good excuse for rushing past them.She said: “About half an hour later, Bobby finally emerged from the building, bouncing with energy, beaming from ear to ear and heading straight for us.“‘Oh, hello girls!’ he said. ‘I’m Bobby Davro. You must be Linda? I’m playing your boyfriend Vinnie Monks! And I know that you are Cheryl Fergison who plays Heather, of course. It’s so lovely to meet you. I’m so, so sorry about earlier.’“Linda, arms folded, gave him a bit of a stare. ‘Yeah? You alright, mate?’The soap star was on Eastenders (Image: BBC)“Then Bobby, bless him, launched into one of the greatest icebreakers I’ve ever heard.“‘Honestly, girls,’ he said, ‘I wasn’t being rude. I’ve just had an absolute nightmare. On the way here, I was so nervous about filming, I… well… I shat myself. In the car.’“Linda and I both burst into laughter. ‘I’m not joking,’ he said, looking genuinely distressed.“‘The car is full of it. I’ve had to leave it parked round the back. I ran in to ask if anyone from EastEnders had spare trousers and pants I could borrow. I’m waiting for a bloke to come and clean the car out and valet it for me.’“By this point, Linda and I were howling – actual tears rolling down our faces.A very embarrassing mishap (Image: BBC)“It was one of those perfect ‘only in telly’ moments – one minute we’re sulking because Bobby Davro hasn’t said hello and the next we’re crying with laughter because he’s turned up with a full comedy routine and a ruined pair of trousers.“From that moment on, Bobby was a total diamond. Funny, kind, generous and a brilliant laugh to have around set.Article continues below“He is still a really good friend of mine to this day and we laugh about our first encounter a lot.“I don’t feel too bad about revealing it either, since he once said to a packed out arena: ‘I’m not saying Cheryl’s big but I got on top of her and burnt my arse on the light bulb.’ Nothing is off limits with Bobby, which is why I love him.”For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

Rihanna has marked 20 years since the release of her debut album Music Of The Sun and released something special for her loyal fans, but not everyone was impressed16:20, 30 Aug 2025Updated 21:19, 30 Aug 2025Rihanna has released something special for her fans, but not everyone is impressed. The expectant mum has now marked two decades since her first album Music Of The Sun hit the shelves. However, supporters found themselves disappointed her extensive social media tribute about her journey from humble Barbadian beginnings to global superstardom made no reference to new music.The 37-year-old Fenty Beauty entrepreneur posted on Instagram and X/Twitter expressing gratitude to her loyal fanbase who’ve backed her since 2005 and to mark the milestone, she launched special anniversary merchandise and a vinyl album box set.”I left my country, my culture, my food, and family to embark on a journey that started with the release of my very first body of music.”Rihanna made sure to thank her fans for the last 20 years of support(Image: INSTAGRAM)”So many of you were a part of my life and career since the very beginning, and some of you have joined the adventure along the way. I’m forever grateful to all of you. Each of you played a very crucial role in where this journey has taken me thus far,” reports the Mirror.Her breakthrough track Pon de Replay became an immediate smash, climbing to number two on both the Billboard Hot 100 and UK Singles Chart following her signing to Def Jam Recordings by the label’s then-boss Jay-Z.The singer is now one of the most recognisable faces in Hollywood(Image: Getty Images)She wrote: “Thank you for the greatest first 20 years ever! 20 years of the most loyal, die-hard fans that don’t play about me whatsoever, 20 years of hard work and hardworking teams around me, 20 years of lessons, 20 years of unforgettable experiences and accomplishments, 20 years of my family being my number one support system.”Fans were gutted to see that she didn’t mention anything about a new album(Image: WWD via Getty Images)However, some fans were left feeling deflated as there was no news on her much-anticipated ninth album, affectionately dubbed R9 by her followers.One fan admitted: “Scrolled all the way to the bottom of the tweet before fully reading it just to see if she was gone mention something about new music. Played myself,” while another disappointed fan said: “Can’t believe I was expecting to see a new music at the end.”A third chimed in: “Girl I’m happy for you but I read all that for NO ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE END? GTFO.”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 JOINHave 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