‘Reacher’ star Alan Ritchson on show’s success: ‘I don’t think anybody expected that’

Madonna fans have defended the star from “ageist” trolls who incorrectly mocked her for using a support beam at a live show.The singer kicked off the US leg of her ‘Celebration’ world tour last month, and a video was shared on TikTok of her dancing while holding a pole behind her.In the comments of the video, some suggested that she was using it as a support beam to help her to stand.“I’m glad to see that Madonna has a grab bar so she doesn’t fall,” one said of the video, while another added: “65-year-old Madonna has to use a bar to dance on stage to prop herself up as she performs a dance routine.”65 year old Madonna has to use a bar to dance on stage to prop herself up as she performs a dance routine. pic.twitter.com/p75zDZq3LO— Oli London (@OliLondonTV) January 4, 2024Madonna fans have then since defended the singer from the trolls, with one saying: “Dumb a**es got jokes, but failed to mention the fact that she’s dancing on a MOVING PLATFORM,” and calling out the “ageist” comments.Another said: “She is on a thin platform that is moving across the top of the audience! Of course there’s a bar! She’s also clipped onto it!”Reviewing her tour’s opening show at The O2 in London, NME awarded it five stars and said: “The whole thing is a thrilling reminder that Madonna isn’t just a pop star, but also a cultural force who genuinely changed the world by chafing against what society expects from women in the public eye.“That’s something worth celebrating in the dazzling, dynamic and at times slightly discombobulating way she presents it here.

Justin Hartley is gearing up for his first big TV role since the conclusion of This Is Us, and he’s already weighing in on working with his former costars in the future!

Nicki Minaj is making it known that she is never going to perform her song “Starships” again.

There are some changes coming to the upcoming season of NCIS, which is about to be in its 21st season.

Eurostar services from London have been cancelled due to a flooded tunnel underneath the River Thames.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd has left fans with more questions than answers with a new video. The actor took to social media as he appeared to find what was on his plate rather amusing amid the often confusing period between Christmas and New Year.

Alan Ritchson opened up about his experience being bullied as a child during a new interview.

Scottish Love Island star Camilla Thurlow has shared a sweet snap of her pregnancy to social media.

Alan Ritchson is opening up about getting in tip-top shape for the new season of Reacher!

Richard Ashcroft has announced details of a huge outdoor show, set to take place in London next summer.The announcement comes as the singer-songwriter has been revealed as the latest addition to the upcoming Kew The Music live music event, held in South West London.Set to take place over the summer, the week-long event will return to the UNESCO World Heritage site, Kew Gardens, between July 8 and July 12, 2024.For his appearance at next year’s instalment, Ashcroft will appear as the final headliner at the event and is set to take to the stage on the last day, Sunday, July 14.The upcoming set follows the two-time Ivor Novello winner’s work with The Verve over the years, as well as his run of solo albums, the most recent of which was his sixth solo LP, ‘Acoustic Hymns Vol. 1’, which arrived back in 2021.As well as Ashcroft, other artists set to appear as headliners for the 2024 edition of Kew The Music include pop singer Mika, who will headline the event on Tuesday, July 9, and Passenger who will take to the stage on Thursday, July 11.Following the recent completion of their 2023 reunion tour, JLS will also be taking to the stage at the London live music event on Friday, July 12, and the upcoming instalment will be opened by British horticulturist, broadcaster, and writer Monty Don, who will be taking part in an ‘Evening In Conversation’ event on Monday, July 8.The headliners for Wednesday (July 10) and Saturday (July 13) are set to be revealed at a later date, as are the guests set to join Ashcroft on the final night of next year’s edition.Tickets for the Richard Ashcroft show will go on pre-sale from tomorrow (December 19) at 10am GMT.

I'm A Celebrity star Ian Wright has decided to quit BBC show Match of the Day after 27 years. The 60 year old former footballer and pundit, who is often on the series alongside Alan Shearer and host Gary Lineker, announced his departure from MOTD on Sunday through a statement shared on BBC Sport and his official X – formerly Twitter – account. It reads: "After my debut show whilst still a player in 1997 and many more memorable years, I'll be stepping back from BBC MOTD at the end of this season.

There are some changes coming to the upcoming season of NCIS, which is about to be in its 21st season.

BBC EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy took to Instagram to show off her lavish Christmas decorations as she prepares to celebrate the festive season - joining a host of other festive celebrities.The actress, who often updates her fans on social media, shared a few snaps of the stunning decorations which surrounded the grand front door of her home.The decorations included a huge silver and gold wreath which ran along her door frame, with two circular wreaths placed in the middle. Captioning the post, Natalie wrote: "Just wanted to say a big thank you to Hayley @thedoordisplaycompany for another beautiful door.

Dad fiction collides with the anti-dad bod once again in the second season of “Reacher,” which has the gratifying distinction of being every bit as violent, clever, pulpy, and satisfying as the last one.

Clara Amfo, who danced her way into our hearts on Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, has decided to say goodbye to her BBC Radio 1's Future Sounds show after two years.The DJ announced that she'll be leaving the show in 2024 to take on new exciting projects. Jack Saunders, known for presenting Future Artists and The Official Chart shows, will be stepping into Clara's shoes from April 15. Clara shared a heartfelt message saying how proud she was of her work on the station and how grateful she was for her listeners.The show has seen some big names like Zane Lowe, Annie Mac and Steve Lamacq at the helm before.

D-Block Europe have added two more London shows to their 2024 schedule, due to high demand.The London hip-hop duo had previously announced a one-off show to take place at the capital’s O2 Arena on February 4, and now two further dates at the same venue have been confirmed.DBE will play three straight nights at the arena, with the extra shows taking place on February 5 and 6. Tickets for all of the shows are available here.The collective recently announced the release of their third studio album, ‘Rolling Stone’, which will come out on January 12.

Ant McPartlin is back on screens once again presenting hit ITV show I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!. The 48 year old has become something of a national treasure thanks to his long-standing TV career alongside his good pal Declan Donnelly. Since appearing in BBC teen drama Byker Grove together in the 1990s, the pair have gone on to enjoy huge success as presenters - working on hit shows including SMTV Live, Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway and Britain's Got Talent.

Robert Downey Jr.‘s closest friends and collaborators are speaking out about his life and legacy.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter “Reacher” has been renewed for Season 3 at Amazon‘s Prime Video. The announcement was made during the Prime Video panel at CCXP in São Paulo, Brazil. The news comes ahead of the Season 2 premiere of the action series, which is due to debut on Dec.

Nick Holdsworth Original TV series based on Arab and Muslim characters are beginning to go global, a Netflix executive said Saturday at the Red Sea Film Festival. Ahmed Sharkawi, director of Arab content, Netflix Europe, Middle East and Africa, said that a new, distinctive voice was emerging from the region. “Recently, a friend called me and her mother-in-law – who is 100% American – was recommending one of our Arab series [“Finding Ola,” starring Hind Sabri] to all her friends,” he said at a panel about writing for television.