Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber is known for being an incredible composer and theatrical producer, whose eclectic rock-based works helped revitalise British and American musical theatre.
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Graham Norton has became a staple to our TV screens over the years and an iconic part of the annual Eurovision Song Contest, having worked as the commentator for Britain since 2009.The 60 year old is gearing up to host the final of Eurovision 2023, which will be taking place in the UK for the first time in 25 years on Saturday 13 May. Alongside his work on Eurovision, Graham is famed for his hit chat show, The Graham Norton Show, as well as his radio shows - he now hosts weekend shows on Virgin Radio UK. What do we know about the much-loved TV star away from the cameras? Here we take a look...
When he's not hosting shows, writing books or releasing new wines, Graham can be found relaxing in one of his three luxury properties. The star, who is believed to be worth around £35 million, currently resides in Wapping in central London. Graham also owns a swanky apartment in New York City, meaning he can jet to the US whenever he fancies, as well as a holiday home in Ahakista, County Cork, not far from where he grew up.
He previously owned a lavish beachfront property in Bexhill, East Sussex, but decided to sell the holiday home in 2017. It's not known if Graham currently lives with his husband, Jonathan McLeod, as the 60 year old tends to keep his personal life out of the spotlight. He and filmmaker Jonathan dated for six years before tying the knot in 2022 in a private ceremony.The couple celebrated their nuptials with a huge party in West Cork, Ireland, where they were joined by over 100 guests.
Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber is known for being an incredible composer and theatrical producer, whose eclectic rock-based works helped revitalise British and American musical theatre.
A woman who quit her job in HR to look after other people's pets is now travelling the globe and living it up in luxury homes - for free. Kristina Corniel says she feels more alive than ever after ditching her office job which saw her working 80-100 hours a week.
Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne Foxx announced a new show as the actor recovers from a mystery "medical complication." Corinne shared the news on Instagram writing, "'WE ARE FAMILY' coming 2024! The Foxx family is headed back to our home on @foxtv & we can't wait for this new show!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Corinne Foxx (@corinnefoxx) Corinne teased the big announcement on May 12 as she revealed the "Django Unchained" star had been out of the hospital "for weeks" and playing pickleball. "We Are Family" is another music game show.
Jamie Foxx was hospitalised in the midst of filming a new project for Netflix last month - leaving his fans, family and friends worried and devastated.The actor, 55, was rushed to hospital with a “medical complication” on 11 April in the midst of filming comedy series Back in Action, according to his daughter Corrine. Corrine Foxx, 29, provided no further details of her dad’s condition.
Eurovision fans were scratching their heads as they spotted a familiar face. As the results came in during the grand final hosted by the UK for Ukraine a famous face stood out to them.
K.J. Yossman Sweden has won the Eurovision Song Contest 2023. Swedish contestant Loreen came first with her song “Tattoo,” beating out 25 other countries to garner 583 points. Her win means the contest will likely be held in Sweden next year. Traditionally the winning country hosts the following year’s contest. Sweden was followed by Finland’s Käärijä with 526 points and Israel’s Noa Kirel with 362 points, who took second and third place respectively. This year’s Eurovision took place in Liverpool, U.K. on behalf of last year’s winner Ukraine after it was deemed too dangerous to hold Eurovision in the country following the Russian invasion. Ukrainian entry Kalush Orchestra won last year’s contest followed by the U.K.’s Sam Ryder in close second.
Mae Miller delighted Eurovision fans as she took to the stage as United Kingdom's official entry into the annual singing competition. Closing the show in a stylish all-black ensemble at the M&S Bank Arena on Saturday, the 25 year old gave a highly energised performance with the tune, I Wrote A Song.
Eurovision Song Contest viewers say they were 'emotional' as they were quick to spot a massive change to Graham Norton's role on the show. The Irish TV star is, quite frankly, a Eurovision legend and viewers are used to watching the action unfold with his quick-witted commentary.
Viewers of the Eurovision Song Contest appear to have been left divided as Alesha Dixon made her return to hosting duties. The Britain's Got Talent judge swapped ITV to appear on BBC One as the grand final of the world's biggest music competition took place.
Eurovision Song Contest viewers have claimed that it's 'not a time for crimes' as they called out an error minutes into the grand final. Those who didn't get tickets to watch the action unfold at Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena have been tuning in in their millions to see who will take the title this year.
K.J. Yossman Catherine, the Princess of Wales, made a surprise appearance during the opening of the Eurovision Song Contest’s grand final on Saturday evening alongside Andrew Lloyd-Webber, rapper Ms Banks and last year’s Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra, who hail from Ukraine. The princess, who is married to Britain’s Prince William, appeared in a pre-recorded clip playing an instrumental version of Kalush Orchestra’s winning song “Stefania” on the piano, which she recorded in the Crimson Drawing Room of Windsor Castle earlier this month. The clip was part of a montage of different artists – including Lloyd-Webber and Ms Banks – who performed a version of the song alongside Kalush Orchestra themselves. Also featuring in the line-up were last year’s runner-up Sam Ryder, Ballet Black, Bolt Strings, and Joss Stone.
Eurovision is back, and the UK is hosting the contest on behalf of Ukraine this year.
The Eurovision Song Contest final is underway with singers from 26 all taking to the stage.
BBC Radio Two stars Rylan Clark and Scott Mills had to be 'rescued' following an evening out in Liverpool ahead of the Eurovision Song Contest grand final on Saturday night (May 13).
You could say he's the voice of Eurovision and with the grand final taking place on Saturday night (May 13), Graham Norton is back. the champion of the 67th Eurovision Song Contest 2023 will be decided before the night is out after 26 acts and bands take to the stage for the performance of their life.
The buzz has been brewing this week - if not longer - for Eurovision 2023 and today's finally the day. The Grand Final of the 67th Eurovision Song Contest will take place on Saturday night (May 13) in Liverpool after the city won a tight bidding contest to host the event on behalf of Ukraine.
Eurovision Song Contest is back in the UK for the first time since 1998.Taking place at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, this year’s contest is being held on UK shores after last year’s winner, Ukraine, were unable to host due to the country’s ongoing conflict with Russia.Eurovision 2023, however, will still have Ukrainian elements with singer Julia Sanina, frontwoman of Ukrainian rock band The Hardkiss, hosting the event alongside Graham Norton, Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham and Alesha Dixon.Of the total 37 countries from across Europe and Australia who are competing in the contest, 26 will perform in the final: the top 10 winners from each respective semi-final, the Big Five (France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK) and Ukraine.UK viewers can watch the Eurovision 2023 Final live on Saturday May 13 on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from 8pm BST.Along with hosting parts of the show, Norton will share UK commentary duties with former Great British Bake Off host Mel Giedroyc.In the US, the final will be available to stream via Peacock from 3pm ET/12pm PT on Saturday May 13.
Ukraine was unable to host the 67th Eurovision Song Contest due to the war taking place inside the country. Now President Zelensky has been banned by the host BBC and other international broadcasters from addressing the huge audience at the event.
Eurovision Song Contest has returned to the UK for the first time since 1998.Taking place at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, this year’s contest is being held on UK shores as last year’s winner, Ukraine, are unable to host due to the country’s ongoing conflict with Russia.Eurovision 2023, however, will still have Ukrainian elements with singer Julia Sanina, frontwoman of Ukrainian rock band The Hardkiss, hosting the event alongside Graham Norton, Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham and Alesha Dixon.Of the total 37 countries from across Europe and Australia who are competing in the contest, 26 will perform in the final: the top 10 winners from each respective semi-final, the Big Five (France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK) and Ukraine.Singer-songwriter Mae Muller is representing the UK with her track ‘I Wrote A Song’, which she co-wrote with Karen Poole and Lewis Thompson.Speaking to NME about the song, Muller said: “A lot of my music can come from a place of pain, even though the outcome is quite sassy and liberating. This was one of those moments where I wanted to write something that made people feel empowered.
Young Noa Kirel is representing her country Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 with her upbeat song Unicorn, which she co-wrote and co-composed. The 22-year-old singer-songwriter wowed at the first Eurovision semi-finals on May 9 and successfully advanced to the grand final which will be taking place on Saturday 13 May.