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Comedy duo Matt Lucas and David Walliams are reviving their sketch show Rock Profile for one night only, in aid of Comic Relief. The pair will be transforming into famous faces for the Red Nose Day special of Rock Profile.

Red Nose Day, the telethon fundraising event which makes millions for the Comic Relief charity. This night of celebration raises money to help end child poverty in the UK and around the world. Read on to find out more about this year’s festivities, and the origins of the event.

Red Nose Day, the telethon fundraising event which makes millions for the Comic Relief charity. This night of celebration raises money to help end child poverty in the UK and around the world. Read on to find out more about this year’s festivities, and the origins of the event.

Little Britain has returned to BBC iPlayer two years after the sketch show was axed in light of the Black Lives Matter protests.The show came under fire for offensive scenes including ones regularly featuring "blackface", as David Walliams frequently wore black make-up and a large afro wig to play a black woman called Desiree DeVer. David's co-star Matt Lucas also dressed as a Thai bride, called Ting Tong, a Jamaican coffee stand worker named Precious Little and a Pakistani airport worker called Taaj for Come Fly With Me.

Little Britain is available to watch via BBC iPlayer again following a number of edits to “better reflect the cultural landscape” of today.Matt Lucas and David Walliams’ sketch show was removed from the streaming service in 2020 after facing criticism for a number of its recurring characters, particularly the use of blackface in the wake of Black Lives Matter protests. Netflix and BritBox also removed the programme from streaming.However, following a number of edits to the sketch show – including the removal of Black characters depicted by Lucas and Williams such as Desiree DeVere, “portly Thai bride” Ting Tong, and Pastor Jesse King – the series has returned to the BBC’s streaming service.Other Little Britain characters such as Vicky Pollard, Emily Howard and Lou and Andy remain in the edited episodes.A statement from the BBC said: “Little Britain has been made available to fans on BBC iPlayer following edits made to the series by Matt and David that better reflect the changes in the cultural landscape over the last 20 years since the show was first made.”In a joint statement on Twitter in June 2020, the pair said: “David and I have both spoken publicly in recent years of our regret that we played characters of other races.

Rochelle Humes stuns in knee-high blue boots and minidress with Marvin but fans are more excited about her announcement In one of her Tik Tok videos, Cheryl said that she would reveal "how a soap is put together for your viewing and how I developed the character of Heather Trott. " OK Magazine! reports that she said: “It is important that these 1-2-1 sessions are tailor made just for you. ” She also said that she will respond to “questions you may have regarding my time at EastEnders, or any other roles on stage/TV that I have portrayed and worked on.

Former EastEnders icon Cheryl Fergison has swapped her acting career for a surprising new career. Cheryl was best known for playing fan favourite Heather Trott on the popular BBC soap from 2007 to 2012, where her character was involved in a number of dramatic storylines. However, following her departure from the show, acting gigs for the talented 56 year old, who is married to Yassine Al-Jermoni, unfortunately dried up.

Comic Relief this week will be live from MediaCityUK in Salford on Red Nose Day. There will be a range of shows airing on the special day that will include celebrity guest appearances such as This is MY house, Bedtime Stories and more. Funds raised for Red Nose Day will go towards helping tackle important issues including homelessness, hunger, domestic abuse, and mental health problems.

Strictly Come Dancing 2021 winners Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice are reuniting for a very important reason. The ballroom champions have confirmed they will be getting back together for a one-off appearance more than a month after they finished their victory lap on the Strictly tour. The BBC has announced that Rose and Giovanni are among the special celebrity guests lined up for this year's Red Nose Day show on Friday, March 18 on BBC One.

K.J. Yossman Red Nose Day, the BBC’s annual televized fund-raising event, is set to return on March 18.Featuring comedy sketches and specials, live performances and a host of celebrity names, the live show will be broadcast from the broadcaster’s Manchester headquarters on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the U.K.Sir Lenny Henry will return to host the event alongside former Doctor Who David Tennant, “Walk the Line” judge Alesha Dixon, former “Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two” host Zoe Ball and comedian Paddy McGuinness.The show will include cameos from comedians Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French, Jack Whitehall, David Walliams and Matt Lucas as well as public figures such as Olympian Tom Daley and actor Rose Ayling Ellis.

Since we first met the residents of Ramsay Street back in 1986, Britain has proved the most loyal fanbase for Neighbours. So fans are reeling from the news that the soap is due to finish filming this year.

renowned architect Quinlan Terry, as well as the Richmond Society, which campaigns to protect and preserve the area’s historic buildings and heritage. Among the reasons for their “strong objections” to the proposals, include the “disfigurement” of the riverside. Scott’s, famed for its oysters, sole and champagne, has been described as the go-to destination for celebrities "who want to be seen".

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Amanda shared the picture to Instagram alongside a caption that read: "My one and only #happyvalentinesday. " The pair look happy and relaxed as they smile widely at the camera. Fans took to the comments to share their compliments for the couple, with one fan saying: "Stunning couple.

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Simon Cowell will miss the next round of auditions for Britain's Got Talent as he has contracted Covid-19.The 62 year old will be unable to judge the latest round of hopefuls on the ITV talent show while he self-isolates. A spokesperson for the music mogul confirmed the news to Mail Online, saying: "Simon was unable to attend filming today as he was isolating at home after testing positive for Covid-19." Current rules for contracting Covid-19 state people need to isolate for ten days but may leave after five if certain conditions are met. Alesha Dixon, David Walliams and Amanda Holden were spotted heading in to film the show and will be left with golden buzzer duties until the show's creator returns.

Simon Cowell has been pictured with his arm in a cast after reports he injured himself falling off an electric bike - for the second time in almost 18 months.

Britain’s Got Talent is filmed with a live audience at the London Palladium but latest reports suggest the show’s bosses are struggling to fill the seats. The recordings of the show are said to be long and could be an indicator of why audiences are not taking up the seats. Earlier this month an audience member claimed that comedian Stuart Holdham, who is the warm-up act for the show, was begging fans to stay till the end of the judging by Simon Cowell, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden.

Britain's Got Talent fans have been left stunned as the judges posed for a new photo.

Amanda Holden made sure to turn heads as she left the Heart studios in London after a morning talking to the nation on the airwaves as she wore a bright pink dress with matching heels.The 50 year old star channeled Legally Blonde on the way to film Britain's Got Talent auditions alongside David Walliams and Alesha Dixon on Monday, 24 January. Dressed in all pink in a long-sleeved latex dress and striking pink heels, the star completed her look with a large pair of sunglasses. Strolling down the street with a grin, the radio presenter echoed the look of Reese Witherspoon's iconic character in the classic coming-of-age movie.

David Walliams is said to be causing chaos with his pranks and jokes at the ongoing Britain’s Got Talent auditions – with Simon Cowell reportedly being left "unimpressed" by his behaviour. The comedian, 50, is said to have undone his shirt before playing with his nipples and sticking his finger through the fly of his trousers to make out he was exposing himself next to head judge Simon, 62, during auditions this week. One insider claims David got a “ticking off” after “acting like a schoolboy” within the same week that music mogul Simon berated the comedian for a cheeky comment aimed at one contestant.

Simon Cowell reportedly lost his temper with his Britain's Got Talent co-star David Walliams after he made a vulgar joke. Last week, music mogul Simon reunited with comedian David, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon for the ITV show after BGT was cancelled last year due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Simon Cowell has been snapped looking loved-up with his new fiancée Lauren Silverman while leaving the London Palladium together on Friday 21 January. Britain's Got Talent boss Simon, 62, smiled and walked hand-in-hand with his wife-to-be Lauren, 44, as they left the latest round of BGT auditions on Friday evening.The newly-engaged couple, who share seven year old son Eric together, looked so in love as they left the venue alongside fellow BGT judge David Walliams. As well as a large smile on his face, Simon wore a black jumper and jeans and added a pair of simple black shoes to finish off his look.

Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon made bold appearances in contrasting outfits as they attended the London auditions for the new series of Britain’s Got Talent on Thursday. Filming for season 15 of the ITV show started this week and the judges are back on top in the style stakes and happily posed on the red carpet as they arrived at the London Palladium.

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Ant McPartlin was overcome with emotion as he returned to his Britain's Got Talent hosting duties in front of a live studio audience for the first time in two years.The series, which sees Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams as the judges, is long-awaited as it was cancelled last year due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. And taking to the stage with his hosting co-star Declan Donnelly, 46 year old Ant said: "Excuse me while I go and cry. We are so excited to be back.

Simon Cowell and David Walliams looked delighted to be reunited on the red carpet during Britain's Got Talent auditions at the London Palladium on Monday. The music mogul, 62, smiled as the comedian, 50, wrapped his hand around his, while Amanda Holden, 50, gave him a sweet shoulder squeeze while posing for photos.

David Walliams' exciting episode of Who Do You Think You Are?, which first aired back in 2020, is set to be reshown on BBC on Monday night - but what about the Britain's Got Talent star's own history? The 50-year-old previously shared a never-before-seen throwback photo of himself as a baby with his grandmother - and he is adorable! READ: Simon Cowell beams as he reunites with BGT gang after confirming engagementSharing the snap ahead of the original airing of the episode, the post read: "David's episode of 'Who Do You Think You Are?' is on BBC One tonight at 9pm. This is David with his grandmother," the caption read.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have taken inspiration from the Top Gun hero Maverick, as they arrived for the third day of Britain's Got Talent auditions on Tuesday. The presenting duo arrived at the London Palladium dressed in pilots uniforms inspired by the British Red Arrows, to film a skit that will air when the new series kicks off this spring.

The four judges of much-loved TV show Britain's Got Talent were pictured together over the weekend ahead of filming for the new series. Simon Cowell, 62, David Walliams, 50, Alesha Dixon, 43 and Amanda Holden, 50, all posed for a cute snap after being reunited. Whilst Alesha wowed in a phenomenal orange suit with a black bralette underneath, all eyes gravitated towards Amanda who matched her fellow presenter in a bold yellow dress.The stunning outfit was from designer David Koma and featured long sleeves along with a daring thigh high split on the left side of the skirt which was kept together with some fabric.