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The BAFTA TV Awards, the biggest ceremony in the British TV calendar, is taking place at London’s Royal Festival Hall this afternoon, May 14.

Alison Hammond has landed herself another huge TV gig as she's set to appear on new Sky quiz show On Demand. The 48 year old star, who rubbed shoulders with Royalty as Kate Middleton and Prince William visited Birmingham on Thursday, will be a team captain on the TV show alongside comedian Josh Widdecombe. The programme, hosted by Rob Beckett, is based on Never Mind The Buzzcocks and will see celebrities compete against each other to see who knows the most about television.

Paul O’Grady was “laughing, smiling and full of life” shortly before his death, his friend and radio producer Malcolm Prince said, as the Queen Consort joined those paying tribute.The comedian and TV presenter, who rose to fame on the nightclub circuit as the acerbic, platinum wig-wearing Lily Savage, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening at the age of 67, his partner, Andre Portasio, said in a statement. Paul has been hailed as a “trailblazer” for breaking into the mainstream broadcasting landscape with his alter ego and for his charity work around animals and Aids. Malcolm, who worked with O’Grady at both BBC Radio 2 and Boom Radio – an independent station aimed at Baby Boomers – said he is devastated by his loss and wrote in a tweer: “Yesterday afternoon I popped round to Paul’s for a good old catch-up.

Naman Ramachandran The BBC’s “This is Going to Hurt” and “The Responder” led the way at the BAFTA Television Awards and the BAFTA Television Craft Awards 2023 with six nominations each. Apple TV+’s “Bad Sisters” and “Slow Horses,” Netflix’s “The Crown” and the BBC’s “The English” receive five nominations each, while the BBC’s “Am I Being Unreasonable?” and “Somewhere Boy,” Channel 4’s “Big Boys” and Netflix’s “Top Boy” receive four nominations each. P&O Cruises is the headline sponsor of BAFTA Television Awards, which will be hosted by comedians Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan on May 14.

Sam Faiers has insisted she won't be proposing to her boyfriend Paul Knightley anytime soon, as she believes the proposal should come from him. Sam, 32, has been in a relationship with Paul, 34, since 2014 and the couple share their three children – Paul Jr, seven, Rosie, five, and nine-month-old Edward.Throughout their relationship, Sam and Paul have been asked many times whether a wedding is on the cards.

Comedian and OK! columnist Judi Love is wishing the family of teenager Brianna Ghey her sincerest condolences for their tragic loss. Writing in her column this week, Judi also congratulates Rihanna on her unexpected pregnancy announcement, reveals why she loves filling in for Rob Beckett on BBC Radio 2, expresses her excitement over the upcoming series of the Celebrity Bake Off and has her say on the BRITs.

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, but with gruelling, fast-paced tasks thrown into the mix for extra entertainment, but if I was way off the mark. Instead, viewers were greeted by an over friendly cast explaining how they met their partners and bungee jumping over a lake. I'm a fan of participant Denise Welch, she is a confident woman full of grit and wit, and a joy to watch not knowing what she's going to say next - a celeb in her own right.

Stacey Solomon has opened up about her and Joe Swash's blended family, revealing that it has "never been easy". The Loose Women star, 33, started dating former EastEnders actor Joe, 40, in 2016 and the couple have gone on to welcome two children together - Rex, three, and Rose, one - and earlier this year they tied the knot.

BBC's latest reality show Unbreakable sees new couples go head to head with long married ones to see whose relationship is the strongest. Host and comedian Rob Beckett puts the six celebrities and their partners through mental and physical challenges as they play to win the first Unbreakable couple title.

Comedian Rob Beckett unearthed a surprising connection to Britain’s Strongest Man as he took a deep dive into his family history as part of a ITV genealogy show: DNA Journey.The show, which examines the DNA roots of some of the nation’s most famous faces, took Rob on a whirlwind journey through the genealogy process as he explored his family history before uncovering a famous cousin who is still alive today. In a hilarious clip shared online, the moment Rob hears the news from his close friend Romesh Ranganathan quickly warmed the hearts of fans, as they Essex born funnyman couldn’t hide his shock at the revelation.

Performances of Magic Mike, Celine Dion, and Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe live podcast tours set to take place in Manchester next May might have to be rescheduled if the city is chosen to host next year's Eurovision Song Contest.

BBC Radio 2 job after 14 years. The star has been hosting a Sunday evening show on the station from 5pm until 7pm since 2009. In a statement, the For the Love of Dogs host said: "I've loved doing my Sunday afternoon show for the last 14 years and I'm going to miss my listeners as well as the fun I've had with my producer Malcolm Prince, but I feel that now is the right time to go.

The Mirror. The smitten couple exchanged vows at their Essex home - known affectionately as Pickle Cottage - in front of a select few friends and family at an intimate ceremony in the sprawling garden of their countryside home. In the first image taken by Chelsea White Photography, Stacey and Joe are seen holding hands as they laugh with one another as husband and wife after finally saying their vows.

Stacey Solomon couldn't wipe the smile off her face as she jetted off on her hen do. The Loose Women star has been getting her home in order ahead of taking a few days away from her fiance Joe Swash and four children.

Stacey Solomon has broken her silence over Joe Swash's stag do in Ibiza with a post gushing over her fiancé.The star had been noticeably quiet in recent days as photos of his summer stag do made headlines, with some speculating that Stacey was worried over her partner's long nights of partying. But the Loose Women star has now set the record straight, saying that she hopes her husband-to-be is having the best time, and that he is "the best dad ever". Posting a couple of screenshots of video calls with Joe, Stacey and their youngest child, Rose, could be seen grinning as Joe smiles back at them.

Stacey Solomon ’s dad seems to be having a whale of a time on son-in-law Joe Swash ’s stag do, being filmed with swarms of women seemingly enjoying his company.The Ibiza trip has looked wild from the start with Joe’s pals such as EastEnders star Dean Gaffney, comedian Rob Beckett and ex-TOWIE star Ricky Rayment documenting the do as they go. And while Joe has been enjoying the sun, drink and banter with his mates ahead of his highly-anticipated wedding to Stacey next month, it has been Stacey’s dad who has been taking up much of the limelight.The Loose Women star’s dad was even jokingly called a “liability” by Joe in a video where he can be seen chatting to four girls in the swimming pool.

Taskmaster has revealed its celebrity line-up for series 14.The BAFTA and National Comedy Award winning game show will soon return to Channel 4, although an air date is yet to be officially confirmed.Joining the line-up for the latest series are stand-up comedian and television presenter Dara Ó Briain (Mock The Week), stand-up comedian Fern Brady (Live At The Apollo), stand-up, writer and actor John Kearns, comedian, broadcaster and digital creator Munya Chawawa, and award-winning stand-up comedian Sarah Millican.Greg Davies will return to his throne as the titular host of the show, as will his assistant Alex Horne, to help judge and adjudicate the celebrities as they carry out a number of bizarre and challenging tasks.Horne, who co-created the series, also serves as executive producer, alongside Richard Allen-Turner, Rob Aslett, James Taylor, Jon Thoday and Andy Devonshire.News of the new line-up comes after the Channel 4 show enjoyed the one-off special Taskmaster Champion Of Champions tonight (June 23), in which the winners from series six to ten reunited to determine an overall victor.The former champions included Richard Herring, Liza Tarbuck, Kerry Godliman, Lou Sanders and Ed Gamble.

Coronation Street favourite Simon Gregson, fitness icon Mr Motivator, Love Island star Chris Hughes, member of pop band Union J and I’m A Celebrity runner up George Shelley, soap star Adam Woodyatt and England rugby player Joe Marler “unleashing their drag alter-egos as they attempt to go head to head to be crowned the winning Queen. ” READ MORE: EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison says her son's dad disowned him after he came out as gay Video: Coronation Street Slang term in Max's messages cause confusion with viewers (Manchester Evening News)Miniature railway suffers £20k worth of damage after thieves steal trackDominic Raab: PM won confidence vote 'very clearly'England fans gather in Munich, GermanySale man witnessed carrying a gun jailed after foot chase in HarpurheyDavide Sanclimenti enters the Love Island villaBoris Johnson survives Tory leadership confidence voteLove Island Series 8 Meet PaigeAbandoned bags strewn across Manchester Airport on SundayPlatinum Jubilee Pageant parades past Buckingham PalaceTory MPs trigger Boris Johnson vote of confidenceSharon Osbourne reveals the secret to her 40-year relationship with Ozzy OsbourneCommuter carries pigeon in his hood on Manchester tramPM Boris Johnson to face no confidence vote on MondayAxel Blake crowned Britain's Got Talent 2022 winner Hosted by “drag superfan” Lorraine Kelly, the judging panel will be made up of Spice Girl Melanie C, stand up comedian Rob Beckett, international drag artist and Celebrity Big Brother winner, Courtney Act and Everybody’s talking about Jamie’s Layton Williams.

judging panel will consist of Spice Girl Melanie C, comedian Rob Beckett, Australian drag artist Courtney Act and West End star Layton Williams. READ MORE: ITV The Chase contestant stuns Bradley Walsh with unusual profession The programme also feature the celebrities paired with drag mentors - including Blu Hydrangea, Kitty Scott-Claus and Asttina Mandella - as they prepare their alter egos before competing on stage.

Lorraine Kelly, Mel C and Chris Hughes have teamed up for a new ITV drag show.  In a one-off special, a cast of celebrities will channel their inner drag queens for Queens For The Night, set to launch on ITV and ITV Hub later this year.

Coronation Street fans are set to see Simon Gregson as they've never seen him before. The actor is, of course, best known for playing Steve McDonald in the ITV soap but he'll be swapping the cobbles for the stage as part of Lorraine Kelly's new ITV show.

Adam Woodyatt and Simon Gregson are set to become Drag Queens for a new ITV show. Hosted by Lorraine Kelly, Queens For The Night will see Spice Girls Mel C, comedian Rob Beckett, Drag Queen Courtney Act and West End star Layton Williams judge a series of famous faces as they unleash their own drag alter egos.

Good Morning Britain host Susanna Reid was left in hysterics by comedian Rob Beckett who began mocking politician Dominic Raab on Tuesday's show. The London funny man, 36, picked up on the deputy Prime Minister's, 48, hand gesture and suggested he looked as though he was "doing a pancake" and did a hilarious impression of him. As Rob joined Susanna and Richard Madeley on the show via video link, he began: "First of all how do you put up with those politicians every day? Oh my God they do my head in, absolute maggots." Rob then mimed a hand gesture which he attributed to the show's previous guest, Mr Raab.

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Some viewers of The One Show have said they found themselves 'switching off' the programme as they made the same complaint about the show's latest guests.

Ukraine. Alan Carr, Michael McIntyre and Romesh Ranganathan are teaming up as part of a star-studded line-up for a comedy event raising money for the war-torn country. The charity benefit will be held across two nights at London's Eventim Apollo on March 28 and 30 in aid of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Humanitarian Appeal providing aid to those fleeing Ukraine.

Paul Weller has been announced as special guests for Madness‘ show at the Royal Albert Hall this month.The longstanding ska group had previously been announced to perform at the famous venue, one of a series of high-profile shows in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust this month.Now, Weller has been announced for an exclusive guest appearance which takes place on March 24. He will be joined by his band for a unique acoustic set.Madness’ gig is one of a number of shows taking place at the Albert Hall between March 21 and 27, with Don Broco, Yungblud, Liam Gallagher, The Who and Ed Sheeran also appearing.

Jonathan Ross has relived his fever dream experience of having Jedward turn up uninvited to his house.  The Irish twins, who rose to fame in 2009 on The X Factor, are known for their chaotic ways, and it seems they didn’t disappoint when they paid Jonathan a visit.  He recalled the wild experience on Paul Sinha’s TV Showdown, where is joined by Georgia Toffolo, Sindhu Vee, Chris McCausland, as well team captains Fay Ripley and Rob Beckett on the comedy quiz show, saying: ‘They visited my house uninvited one day.