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Morrissey has shared a new statement on social media detailing his extensive plans to ‘protect himself’, some of which left The Smiths fans urging him to reconsider14:56, 04 Sep 2025The Smiths devotees have been left devastated after frontman Morrissey’s recent statement.The 66-year-old turned to Instagram to disclose he had taken extreme steps to safeguard his wellbeing and appeared to dash any dreams of the band getting back together.Taking to Instagram on 4 August 4, Morrissey posted a statement headed “A soul for sale” and confessed that he is “burnt out”. He declared: “Morrissey has no choice but to offer for sale all of his business interests in The Smiths to any interested party/investor,” reports the Express.The vocalist revealed that acquiring The Smiths “as created by Morrissey” would encompass: The name ‘The Smiths; all Smiths artwork; all Smiths merchandising rights; all Smiths songs lyrically/musically; all synchronisation rights; all Smiths recordings; and all contractual rights for Smiths publishing.The musician’s fans flocked to the comment section to express their surprise(Image: Ilya S. Savenok via Getty Images)Morrissey has decided he must “protect himself” and stated: “I am burnt out by any and all connections to Marr, Rourke, Joyce. I have had enough of malicious associations. With my entire life I have paid my rightful dues to these songs and these images.””I would now like to live disassociated from those who wish me nothing but ill-will and destruction, and this is the only resolution. The songs are me – they are no one else – but they bring with them business communications that go to excessive lengths to create as much dread and spite year after year. I must now protect myself, especially my health.”The Smiths separated bak in 1987(Image: ullstein bild, ullstein bild via Getty Images)Morrissey concluded by providing an email address and encouraging “serious investors” to get in touch. One devoted follower pleaded: “Please Morrissey, don’t do this to yourself, to your ex bandmates, to us. We love you and your music, your words, those five years of your life.””Nobody could just throw all of this away. There may be haters, but we are here too. You don’t have to do this alone. We want ‘the songs that saved our lives’ to be in their writer’s hands,” as another fan joined in: “My heart is broken. YOU are The Smiths, Morrissey.”A third chimed in on Instagram: “Tragic. But maybe The Smiths should just be left to rest in glory,” while fourth was commented: “Damn. This is not what I expected to see this morning.”Article continues belowJoin 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 hereWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

Fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died aged 91. The Italian designer is one of the most well known names in fashion, and it’s thought he was worth a whopping $12.1billion (£9b), making him the richest queer person in the world. His company announced that he had died in Milan, Italy in a statement on Thursday. […] More

Fans left worried as Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones suffers painful injury, forcing US tour delay and sparking concern for the 70-year-old rock legend’s recovery14:10, 04 Sep 2025The band had to postpone their US tour(Image: Corbis via Getty Images)Punk rock legends the Sex Pistols have shocked fans after announcing their North American tour has been scrapped due to guitarist Steve Jones suffering a serious injury.The 70-year-old rocker broke his wrist in a freak accident, making it impossible for him to perform, and the band confirmed the devastating news on social media.In a statement shared with fans, Jones delivered the update himself. “I’ve got some good news and bad news. What do you want first? Okay, the bad news: I’ve broken my wrist, so unfortunately we won’t be doing any shows for a while,” he said.”The good news is the surgeon said I will be back playing guitar in the not-too-distant future. The other good news is I’ll be 70 tomorrow! God bless, and God save the wrist.”Guitarist Steve suffered an injury(Image: Corbis via Getty Images)Fans immediately flooded the comments, sharing messages of support and disappointment. One wrote: “I’m very sad about the cancellation of the show in Brazil. I hope you get better soon.” Another added: “I hope all goes well for you and you heal properly. I’ll see you in Philadelphia when you’re all healed.” A third simply said: “Oh no! Hope you’re healing and playing again soon.”Jones had been set to hit the road with bandmates Paul Cook, Glen Matlock, and frontman Frank Carter, kicking off the tour in Dallas on September 16. The shows were expected to feature the band’s iconic 1977 album Never Mind the Bollocks performed in full, but will now be postponed until Jones is fit to play. The band asked fans to keep an eye on venue websites for updates, adding: “We appreciate your understanding and support.”Lydon is not a supporter of the new lineup(Image: Redferns via Getty Images)The US dates were scheduled to follow a successful UK run, with Frank Carter stepping in as vocalist after former frontman John Lydon, known as Johnny Rotten, refused to return. Jones previously revealed on the Rockonteurs podcast that he hasn’t spoken to Lydon in over a decade.Article continues below”I haven’t spoken to him in years,” Jones said. “2008 was the last time. We did 30 shows around Europe, festivals, Japan, Australia, and ended at Hammersmith Apollo. Then we had one more in the Basque country and that was it. I was done after that – too much, too old, not enough fun.”Meanwhile, Lydon has continued to criticise the band’s reunion, calling it a “karaoke tour” and insisting any reunion with him is impossible. “No, I made that clear a long time ago. They’re impossible, heart-turgid, difficult to deal with, and have very bad natures,” he said.Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

The Spice Girls have announced their first major project together in years as many fans of the 90s icons have been left excited by rumours of the girls reuniting13:33, 04 Sep 2025Spice Girls fans listen up – the girls are working on a brand new project.Fans of the iconic UK girlband are set to get their hands on some exciting merchandise following the group’s partnership with rugby squad the Red Roses as the sporting outfit vies for glory in a home World Cup.This collaboration marks the band’s first major venture since they dropped the 25th anniversary edition of Spiceworld in 2022. A collection of licensed goods will be rolled out by England Rugby associates and licensees Castore, Fanatics and Gilbert over the forthcoming weeks.Supporters can snap up items including jerseys, track jackets, bomber jackets, hoodies, accessories and a special edition Red Roses and Spice Girls rugby ball.Fans of the band can purchase new merchandise in collaboration with Red RosesThe group have addressed the collaboration and said: “We are excited to partner with the Red Roses in supporting women’s sport, particularly as this year for the first time in history there will be a female president of the RFU – that’s incredible Girl Power,” reports the Mirror.”We hope the whole country will join us in cheering on the team at the Rugby World Cup, as they build on their great start.”The collection marks the Spice Girls’ first business venture in many years(Image: Getty Images)Red Roses’ Zoe Aldcroft also said: “This is a really important year for us as a team and it’s fantastic to partner with a band which shares so many of the same values as we do and understands the dedication, hard work and perseverance it takes to reach the top and stay there.””We also know how critical it is that the tournament inspires lots of people, girls and boys, to get into rugby and benefit from the sport in the way that we as a team all do – friendship, strength, confidence, power, self-expression and so much more.Emma Bunton and Mel B recently performed together without the other members(Image: Instagram / Victoria Beckham)”The Spice Girls, with their huge following, will really help our sport reach new places, new fans of all ages and further boost the growth we’ve seen in recent years.”Meanwhile, two of the Spice Girls recently got back together for their first musical performance in years as they appeared on KPOPPED last month. The programme saw legendary Western artists team up with Korean acts to reimagine their chart-topping tracks in the style of South Korean music.Emma Bunton and Mel B reunited to star in the series and sung their classics Wanna Be and Say You’ll Be There.Article continues belowJoin 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 hereWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

The Great British Bake Off judge Prue Leith has become a beloved part of the show since she joined the Channel 4 series to judge with Paul Hollywood back in 201713:29, 04 Sep 2025Great British Bake Off icon Prue Leith has opened up about her health struggles.The 85-year-old took over from Dame Mary Berry to sit alongside Paul Hollywood as judge during the channel hop from BBC to Channel 4 back in 2017. Now, after nearly a decade on the programme, Prue has addressed the possibility of hanging up her apron.On several occasions the TV chef has spoken about the harsh realities of getting older and how it’s forcing her to slow down, both professionally and personally.Earlier this year Prue made a heartfelt admission to the Loose Women panellists: “Age stinks. Come on, it takes me 10 minutes to get myself out of bed in the morning. If I don’t do my exercises I can’t move.”The culinary expert acknowledged that while she’s becoming more aware that she’s approaching the twilight of her life, this knowledge actually motivates her to squeeze more joy out of every moment, reports the Express.Prue has been suffering with her health for a while(Image: Channel 4 / Mark Bourdillon / Love Productions)Prue explained: “There are all sorts of things that are wrong with old age, you’re very conscious that this is nearly the end. You then decide that you’re going to make the most of it and have fun.”Back in April Prue admitted certain pursuits are sadly now out of reach for her particularly when it comes to gardening, which remains one of her favourite hobbies. She told The Telegraph: “We’ve got a new potting shed and greenhouse and I’m thrilled. It’s full of plants I had in childhood in South Africa, like bright bougainvillaea.”The Bake Off icon judges contestants alongside Paul Hollywood(Image: BANG Showbiz)”I like propagating because my back hurts and I can do it on a high stool. I’m not as hands-on as I’d like because I’m no longer able to be. I find it vaguely surprising I can’t do certain things any longer.”Aside from baking, Prue is an avid gardener(Image: ITV)The cooking guru also said there are particular foods she struggles to resist and she gets “furious” when husband John Playfair tempts her with delicious offerings: “My husband John is naughty because he’ll bring me tea and yogurt and I’ll be furious because I won’t be able to resist eating it.””I don’t usually have breakfast as it’s about the only food I can resist and I have a problem keeping my weight remotely down.”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

EastEnders fans were left in disbelief after a recent episode of the BBC soap hinted that Zoe Slater’s daughter could still be alive by dropping a mysterious clue13:14, 04 Sep 2025EastEnders fans have spotted a hidden detail that could imply Zoe Slater’s daughter is still alive.An explosive episode delivered shock revelations one after the other as a flashback to 2006 dropped the bombshell that Zoe had delivered twins, though it appeared the daughter hadn’t survived, reports the Mirror.Viewers suspect she might still be alive given the episode never explicitly confirmed her death. During the flashback sequence, Zoe was shown in hospital delivering the twins but discovered only one infant beside her, which was a boy.When she questioned the nurse about this, she was told the doctor would come to discuss things with her. Zoe then informed the nurse of her intention to place her son for adoption, though she was advised against making hasty choices.The identity of Zoe’s twins’ father remains to be revealed(Image: bbc)As the nurse departed to consult with the doctor Zoe fled the hospital, abandoning her baby boy. Back in the real world scenes, while losing consciousness from blood loss after being shot, Zoe confessed to Kat that she “couldn’t even be a proper mum,” when Kat asked whether her babies had died and viewers also caught sight of Zoe’s angel tattoo.Whilst it was presumed the daughter, missing from the flashback, had passed away some fans remain unconvinced. Viewers took to X/Twitter and one person wrote: “I just saw a theory on TikTok and it pointed out something I missed, The nurse never actually said: ‘Your daughter died, I’m so sorry,’ she said the doctor will speak to you shortly.”BBC viewers are convinced that Zoe’s daughter is still alive in Albert Square(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Jack Barns/Kieron McCarron)Another viewer speculated: “I think there’s a possibility that Zoe’s daughter is alive and she didn’t wait to find out about her daughter’s fate, assumed the worst and got a tattoo of it because she assumed that her daughter was dead.”A third fan added: “Anyone else think Zoe’s daughter is alive? They never explicitly said she’s dead, just that the doctor would speak to her about her. Perhaps she had a condition but still survived.”Fan theories have been flying round the internet after the shocking flashback episode(Image: BBC)Beyond revealing that Zoe delivered twins, no further details were disclosed, leaving viewers speculating about the identity of the father. Based on the timeline and happenings in Walford, some viewers suspect Den Watts could be the dad.Zoe conceived after her encounter with Den, though she terminated that pregnancy. One viewer commented: “If anything it’s Den’s baby,” as another chimed in: “Wait, is Dirty Den the dad?”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

Jack Osbourne has spoken out about the moment he was told his father Ozzy Osbourne had died, shortly after the Black Sabbath frontman’s final farewell gig in his hometown12:43, 04 Sep 2025Jack Osbourne has opened up about is father Ozzy Osbourne’s sudden death.The Black Sabbath rocker died on 22 July 2025, just two weeks after his final “farewell” concert Back to the Beginning, which was held in his home town of Birmingham.In a video on his personal YouTube channel Jack reflected: “There was a level of, like: ‘Okay, he’s not suffering anymore. He’s not struggling. That is something, you know? I wish he was still here, I wish he was still with us all.””He was having a rough go, you know? I think people saw that at the saw [Back to the Beginning concert], but no-one expected it to happen as quickly as it did and when it did. It was not anything that was on our radar.””Leading up to it there was all sorts of stuff going around about my dad going to Switzerland and he was gonna euthanise himself, it was all planned. It was not. Absolutely not. That is categorically untrue.”Although heartbroken, Jack is glad Ozzy is no longer in pain(Image: Larry Busacca via Getty Images)Jack blasted the claims as “ridiculous” and said Ozzy was “so happy he did the show,” was excited to “move into this next phase of his life” and “spend more time in England, with Jack’s kids and exploring different things as much as he could”.Recounting the moment he found out about Ozzy’s passing, Jack said: “I woke up in Los Angeles to a knock on my house door at around 3.45 in the morning. A family employee of about 30 years was knocking on my door and when I looked through my window and saw it was him, I knew something bad had happened. I was informed that my father had passed.”Jack denied claims that Ozzy’s death was pre-planned(Image: James Devaney, WireImagevia Getty Images)Jack later travelled to the UK for his father’s funeral and a procession in Birmingham, where thousands of fans congregated and tributes were laid at the Black Sabbath Bridge.The reality TV star expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support: “I speak for the family when I say this: we are so grateful for that and it meant so much… it was validating because I know we weren’t alone.”Jack shared: “I actually shared this at my at my father’s funeral. There’s an interview with Keanu Reeves. He’s on some nighttime talk show or whatever and they asked him: ‘What do you think happens when you die?'”. More

Louis Theroux has fans convinced he has hidden skills after a viral Instagram clip – but some suspect it may not be quite what it seems according to their comments12:36, 04 Sep 2025Fans were loving the post(Image: _thepocketpt_/Instagram)Louis Theroux has once again set the internet buzzing – but this time for a supposed hidden talent of his.Instead, the documentary king had fans convinced he was secretly a drumming maestro after a slick new clip surfaced online.The journalist, 55, who is best known for his BBC documentaries and accidental foray into the charts with My Money Don’t Jiggle Jiggle, shared a reel to his 2.3 million Instagram followers that left many baffled.In the video, Louis appears to be sat behind a full drum kit, sticks in hand, casually knocking out a faultless rhythm as if he’s been touring with rock bands. With his trademark glasses on and a calm, focused expression, the star looks every inch the seasoned musician.The star pretended to be a skilled drummer(Image: _thepocketpt_/Instagram)The caption teased fans further, with Louis writing: “New hobby unlocked.”One stunned fan commented: “I knew Louis was talented but this is next level. Drummer goals.”Another follower said: “Okay but when is the world tour starting? Jiggle Jiggle with live drums incoming!”A third joked: “You’ve done it all Louis, documentaries, rapping, and now you’re a rock god.”Louis is a documentary veteran(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Netflix)However, as many eagle-eyed viewers quickly realised, all was not as it seemed. Louis had actually been using a drumming simulator filter which had cleverly synced visuals that make it appear as though he was performing in perfect time, when in fact no real drumming was taking place.That didn’t stop the comments from pouring in, with some fans admitting they were fooled at first. “I legit thought this was real for a good 30 seconds,” admitted one. “Louis you got me.”Article continues belowAnother commented: “Doesn’t matter if it’s fake, I’d still buy tickets to see this man on stage.”The lighthearted moment comes after a busy year for the broadcaster, who recently confirmed a new run of Louis Theroux Interviews is on the way, featuring another round of A-list guests.Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More