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The Status Quo legend said there would be no interest in a movie of the band because, although they made many great songs, that “upset many people”18:33, 08 Aug 2025Francis Rossi doesn’t think there’ll be a Status Quo movie(Image: Getty Images)Francis Rossi has moaned that no one would want to watch a biopic on his rock career.Movies based on music stars have been big business in recent years with hits like Elvis, Rocketman and Bohemian Rhapsody. But Francis admitted: “There’d be no interest in a Status Quo movie. I thought the Elton John one was all right. My daughter loved the Queen one. “I said, ‘It’s not true, I know what happened there and it’s not true.'”But she said, ‘You told me it was all showbiz.’ It was a great movie. We wrote some very good melodies, many great poppy, rocky songs. But that upset many people.”Rossi said the Queen movie was great but it wasn’t true(Image: Getty Images)The singer said he still has hopes instead that Quo tunes could feature in a musical like Queen-based We Will Rock You.He explained: “The best thing about the musical was that it wasn’t about the band. For a Quo musical you could just use the material.”Whether the music is as strong or as diverse is hard to say.”Rossi is going to keep on rocking until he drops(Image: Getty Images)Meanwhile, Francis told the new issue of Record Collector that he will keep on rocking until he drops as he doesn’t know anything else.He said: “One of the reasons I’m still working is selfishness. When I go out there it’s all I have to do.”I focus from the moment I get up to the moment I finish and then I focus on the following day. That’s all that really matters.”Although I’m off through August and I’ve made product I’m not allowed to talk about yet.”If I don’t have a show I wake up and think, ‘Jesus, I’m 76…'”Once you’ve sampled this, tasted this, you want to keep hold of it. I always have, and I still do.”Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. More

Countdown regular Rachel Riley has ruled out having any more children with her husband and former Strictly Come Dancing professional, Pasha Kovalev, after the pair welcomed two daughters together15:46, 08 Aug 2025Rachel Riley and Pasha Kovalev have made a decision about their familyTV presenter Rachel Riley has revealed that she and her husband Pasha Kovalev have no plans for more children. The 39-year-old Countdown favourite first crossed paths with her 45-year-old spouse on Strictly Come Dancing in 2013, leading to their marriage in 2019.The couple share two children – five-year-old Maven and three-year-old Noa – but Rachel confessed to Woman magazine that a third child isn’t on the cards.In conversation with the magazine, she candidly stated: “No, I think we’re done.” When asked if her little ones might follow in their father’s dancing footsteps, Rachel confirmed they’ve already started taking classes, reports the Liverpool Echo.Rachel Riley and Pasha KovalevShe elaborated: “They’re both dancing. Maven, the eldest, has got her first ballet exam coming up, and the little one, Noa, has got her first show soon.”They are just doing ballet, so it’s nothing serious. They love it, and they always get Pasha to throw them around the kitchen.”Rachel has previously opened up about her experiences as a mum. Earlier this year, she shared with The Times the emotional journey of taking her children to Disneyland Paris for the first time.She recalled how the trip stirred memories of her own childhood, when her grandmother took her to see The Lion King at a cinema in Southend.She reminisced: “I remember my grandma taking us to the ABC cinema in Southend to see The Lion King, and I still love all the Disney films.”I took my kids to Disneyland Paris for the first time recently, and it’s so nostalgic looking at your youth through new eyes. Why does this music make me feel so emotional? Because it takes you back.”Rachel Riley and Pasha KovalevRachel is set to grace our screens once again when Countdown and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown both return this August.Article continues below8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown is back tonight (August 8) at 9 pm on Channel 4, with regular Countdown airing earlier in the day at 2:10pm.While Rachel will be making a comeback on both shows, she has dismissed any notion of returning to the Strictly dance floor, expressing her preference for her recent stint on Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters.During an appearance on Lorraine, Rachel told guest host Christine Lampard: “This is kind of real – it’s blue sky, blue sea, nature. You know what you’re getting there. Strictly is just a whole level of other stuff. I’ll take great whites over Strictly, for sure.” More

Actor Frank Grimes has sadly died at the age of 78. The legendary star appeared as Barry Connor in Coronation Street between 2008 and 2015. He played the father of Kym Marsh’s Michelle Connor, Paul and Liam Connor and returned in 2015 for Michelle’s wedding to Steve McDonald. He starred in major BBC shows such […] More

Farmer and vet Harriet Cowan shot to fame when Jeremy Clarkson brought her in to run Diddly Squat Farm on the latest season of Clarkson’s Farm, but now she’s on the airwaves13:58, 08 Aug 2025Updated 13:58, 08 Aug 2025Harriett shot to fame on Clarkson’s Farm with Jeremy Clarkson(Image: Prime Video)Clarkson’s Farm favourite Harriet Cowan has landed a new job at the BBC.The 24-year-old shot to fame on the latest series of Clarkson’s Farm, when Jeremy Clarkson brought her in to help run Diddly Squat. She temporarily replaced Kaleb Cooper on the show before he returned to the Cotswolds farm.She’s now left the show, but she’s been swapping the haystacks for the airwaves as she’s landed a gig at BBC Derbyshire. Harriet has been working on a brand new series called Farm Watch, which sheds light on farm life.Harriet also took over BBC Derbyshire’s socials and talked about Farm24, an annual event celebrating farmers across the UK. The digital event is designed to showcase how much work goes into being a farmer over a 24 hour period, with farmers encouraged to share their farming experiences from 5am until 5am the following day.The farmer, 24, has been working at BBC Radio Derbyshire on its Farm Watch programme(Image: Instagram)She took to Instagram to thank her fans for supporting the campaign and everyone who tuned into the show. She said: “I just want to say a massive thank you to everyone that supported Farm 24 and BBC Farm Watch yesterday.”It was an amazing day that showcased so many farmers and how hard a 24 period on a farm actually is for every single farmer out there. So a massive, massive thank you. Thank you so much for listening on all things Farm 24 and our BBC Farm Watch radio presenting show last night.”She has been promoting the radio gig, and the Farm24 campaign, on social media(Image: Instagram)Harriet recently discussed Farm24 and her hopes for the next generation of farmers to get the recognition they deserve. She said: “Farm24 is showcasing to the general public, over a 24-hour period, what a farmer gets up to.”The Government should invest more time and money into farming because we need it. It’s a bit of a dying industry otherwise.She’s reportedly set to rake in hundreds of thousands following her exit from the show(Image: Instagram/harrietcowan_x)”Going forward, I hope that the next generation of farmers will be recognised more by the public and the Government, especially to put British farming on the map and for people to be aware that we are here.Being part of the community is probably the most rewarding part for me. You have your neighbours and you’re all in tune with each other. You can talk, and if you’re having problems, they’ll all be there to help you.”Harriet, who now boasts over 550,000 followers on Instagram, has set up a company called Farmfluence. She’s been tipped to rake in hundreds of thousands following her fame on Clarkson’s Farm.PR expert Lynn Carratt told The Sun: “Harriet has around 1.2 million followers across Instagram and TikTok. If she is savvy she could rake in £500,000 in the next 12 months.”Article continues belowHave 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

Julia Garner stars in the new horror film Weapons, which is released in UK cinemas today13:15, 08 Aug 2025Julia Garner stars in newly-released horror film Weapons(Image: Golden Globes 2024 via Getty Images)Weapons is the latest horror flick to hit UK cinemas today (August 8) bringing viewers a chilling tale of a group of children who mysteriously disappear at the same time on the same night.Penned and directed by Zach Cregger, the creative force behind genre-twisting horror Barbarian and the 2025 thriller Companion, his newest venture has already garnered glowing early reviews from critics.Those plucky enough to catch Weapons in cinemas today might find themselves recognising the film’s leading lady, Julia Garner. The actress portrays dedicated teacher Justine Gandy, who finds herself in a precarious situation when her entire class fails to turn up for school. So where have you seen Julia Garner before?What has Julia Garner been in?The star has had a glittering career so far(Image: Getty)READ MORE: More

Ex-glamour model Katie Price has spoken out about the reported cracks between her and her daughter, after she didn’t appear in Princess’ new reality show12:54, 08 Aug 2025Katie said it was “wrong” for Princess to be put in a situation to explain the alleged rift(Image: Instagram/Katie Price)Princess Andre is “too scared to tell the truth” about an alleged family “rift” in the family, her mum Katie Price has claimed. The ex-glamour model and her eldest daughter have been plagued by rumours of tension between them in recent weeks, amid news that Katie would not feature in Princess’s own reality programme.The Princess Diaries follows Princess alongside her dad Peter Andre and stepmum Emily. The show focuses on her journey into adulthood after turning 18. At one point in the show, she said she wished for a better and happier childhood.Despite Katie maintaining a positive relationship with her children, she alleged that behind-the-scenes, whispers suggest a rift between her and Princess. Katie also claimed she was barred from the show, even though she was in Ibiza at the same time as Princess and had tearfully pleaded with the producers to let her back in.Now, the 47-year-old has hinted while Princess is starring in her own show and interacting with the press, she’s “too frightened” to disclose the truth. This came after Katie sparked concern among fans with her appearance in a family photo, following her explanation of her weight loss.Katie Price(Image: Getty Images)”I said to Princess ‘Have you seen any edits of the show?’ and she said ‘No’,” she disclosed on her podcast, The Katie Price Show. “So it’ll be interesting to see what’s cut out. I won’t be watching the show and I won’t be promoting the show because I don’t need it rubbed in my face of everyone playing happy families and regarding me as the other parent.”Although I support Princess and everything she does, I think it’s really wrong for her age to be put in this situation because she’s going to have to do press, and they will ask. Apparently they’re doing This Morning, Junior and Princess, they are going to be asked ‘What’s all this about your mum? Why isn’t your mum in it?'”Katie continued: “I think Princess would be too scared to tell the truth because Dad and management wouldn’t have me in it, which is the truth. Princess shouldn’t have that pressure; she should be enjoying it and not worrying about what her parents think. It’s very healthy for both parents to support their kids.”I know her management listens to my podcast, so I just want to say one thing, and it’s to all parents out there. Any parent out there, how would you feel as a parent that you’re so close to your child but then you’ve got other people taking them off you? Not letting you turn up or support your child?The 18-year-old stars in her own show, The Princess Diaries(Image: Reach PLC/James Rudland)”They just take them off you. They don’t acknowledge you. They don’t tell you anything. They don’t involve you in anything. How harmful is that to a mother? It’s so upsetting.”Princess is presently managed by CAN Group, the same management company that represents her dad. CAN also looked after Katie after her appearance on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! and throughout her marriage to Peter.Nevertheless, Katie has been open about her opposition to the firm managing Princess, claiming the director harbours ill feelings towards her since their professional relationship ended following her divorce from Peter in 2009.Katie was told that she couldn’t be “deleted completely”, but while she may be prevented from featuring on the programme, producers have most likely recognised they couldn’t create the show without referencing Katie.”When I was in Ibiza, Princess was there in Ibiza and I wasn’t allowed to meet up with her,” she revealed.Katie even claimed she was not allowed to meet up with Princess in Ibiza(Image: Katie Price/Instagram)During an evening out on the party island, Katie bumped into the producers of The Princess Diaries and broke down in tears, expressing her desire to be included.”I never cry,” she stated, before explaining that the producer witnessed her distress and “knew it was right” that Katie should be supporting her daughter.Article continues below”I don’t know where it’s going to go from here, but it’s alright for them not to have me in the show, but I’m alright to be used for headlines for the show.” More

Britain’s Got Talent beauty Amanda Holden looked sensational in the tiny white bikini during her boat trip in Greece, where she topped up her tan on the fancy vessel12:19, 08 Aug 2025Amanda soaked up the sun on a boat in Greece(Image: noholdenback/Instagram)Amanda Holden took to the seas in scorching fashion.The 54-year-old Britain’s Got Talent judge never fails to drop jaws with her sizzling bikini displays. This week is no exception as she’s shared more glam snaps from her travels in Greece.Amanda looked incredible as she posed up a storm on a luxurious boat trip with her daughter Lexi Hughes. The Heart Radio beauty showed off her ageless figure in a tiny two piece as she soaked up the sun on the fancy vessel, accessorising with a pair of stylish wayfarer shades and a bandana.One scorching shot showed Amanda kicking back on a deck chair with a refreshing beverage and topped up her tan. She also shared smiling selfies from the voyage, where she enjoyed the scenes with model daughter Lexi, who was sporting a similar bikini.The TV stunner kicked back with a beverage on board the fancy vessel and wowed fans in her white bikini(Image: noholdenback/Instagram)Amanda was recently in Greece with her pal and co-star Alan Carr. The pair have been busy shooting the latest series of their BBC home renovation show in Greece, now called Amanda and Alan’s Greek Job. Their previous series were in Italy and Spain.Amanda and Alan recently complained about the toilet situation they had to endure while filming the new show. During a chat on Alan’s Life’s A Beach podcast, he asked her: “Do you remember we had to wee in behind bins and sh*** like that? I’m dreading it.”The Heart Radio star has been filming Amanda and Alan’s Greek Job with close pal, Alan Carr(Image: noholdenback/Instagram)Amanda replied: “I have a pile of clothes on me at the back. I’ve got all of Alan’s shirts, like 15 dresses I’ll change into, three hats lined up on the back. And then we get out and I get changed in loos where there’s like wee on the floor, beach huts. That’s behind the scenes.”Alan added: “But the thing is people don’t understand there’s no… The toilets aren’t working when we get there. We have to go and use someone’s toilet or a portaloo.”Amanda agreed: “We have to beg for… I mean, how many umbrellas have you put up over various countries when I’ve had to wee behind them? You’ll notice that there’s hundreds of costume changes for us as well. So we travel, for some reason, the company that we do it with, always hire the smallest cars.”And I’m in the back with Christian, who does our hair and make up. You’re in the front doing the music selection.”Amanda has revealed she runs regularly and does yoga as well as the “Viking Method” to stay in shape. The Viking Method sees the TV star do squat thrusts, boxing, bunny hops, jumps and crawls.She told The Times in 2023: “I am not a slave to any beauty or fitness regime because I love food too much. I eat cheese and butter and I love a drink.”But the deal I struck with myself was I have to run for my rosé wine in the summer and run for my red wine in winter. And I don’t do it because I feel I have to; I do it for my own discipline and dignity.”Article continues belowHave 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 Saturdays singer and Loose Women star Frankie Bridge has sparked speculation about a rift after the TikTok post in which she says the person said something to her years ago10:20, 08 Aug 2025Updated 11:33, 08 Aug 2025Frankie Bridge has sparked rumours of a feud during her holiday in the Maldives(Image: ITV1)Frankie Bridge has hinted at a feud after saying “you’re dead to me”.The 36-year-old shot to fame as a singer in The Saturdays with bandmates Rochelle Humes, Mollie King, Vanessa White and Una Healy. Frankie is now a regular on ITV’s Loose Women and is currently holidaying in the Maldives with her footy star husband Wayne Bridge.But she made a cryptic dig at an unknown person, suggesting they’re no longer friends after something they said to her “five years ago”. Frankie took to TikTok with the video, which showed her sipping on a glass of wine and was soundtracked by Avril Lavigne’s hit What The Hell.She wrote: “You’re so quiet… Thanks, you said something five years ago and I’ve just realised you’re actually dead to me.” In the other caption of the post, she added: “Takes me a while, but once you’re dead you’re dead.”She posted a video on TikTok about an unknown person who is now “dead” to her(Image: TikTok)Some fans have speculated that the post was about her Saturdays bandmate Rochelle Humes. However, Frankie’s representatives told Daily Mail there is “absolutely no feud” between the pair and those close to Rochelle told The Sun insisted there is “no feud”.It’s also been reported by The Sun that Frankie and Rochelle has been in a feud with pal Myleene Klass. Those close to Frankie said the post was not aimed at Myleene and that there’s no issue between them. Daily Star has contacted representatives of Frankie, Rochelle and Myleene for comment.Frankie has previously denied a feud was the reason the band went on an indefinite hiatus in 2014. She told Hello!: “We never fell out. We never really officially broke up or anything, so the option [to get back together] has kind of always been there.”She mentioned that the person had said something to them “five years ago”(Image: TikTok)However, she has admitted that she realised she was struggling with her mental health during her time in the band. She said: “I always had stomach aches.”Can you remember Pepto Bismol? The pink horrible stuff? That would be in my bag, every day, because I always had like a funny tummy, like nervous stomach. At bedtime I couldn’t breathe properly and things like that.”So I think like the anxiety was there, like I remember all of that, but I didn’t know what it was. So I’d have like blood tests all the time and things like that and obviously nothing ever came back and back then I was just a ‘worrier’ – y’know, like it wasn’t what it is now, do you know what I mean? But I think for me, the first time I realised that it was like a proper issue was actually in The Saturdays.”Both Frankie’s representatives and those close to Rochelle have denied a feud despite speculation from fans(Image: Aimee Rose McGhee/Dave Benett/Ge)In 2021, Rochelle revealed the band still see one another but hadn’t discussed a reunion. She said: “We all see each other, but we’ve not had a conversation about that. I just can’t imagine doing that again.”Rochelle, who now hosts This Morning, said her life has changed now that she’s a mum (to three kids with JLS star Marvin Humes). The star told The Sun: “Everything has to fit around them. Even thinking about the band reunion, it wouldn’t work for my life now as my priorities are them.Article continues below”For half-term, I took two weeks off and everybody still tried to call me, but I was like: “No, I’m not working.” I’m not on my phone and I’m really present for them.”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