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Hugh Grant fans shocked by ‘latest career phase’ as chilling villain in new A24 horror

Hugh Grant fans shocked by ‘latest career phase’ as chilling villain in new A24 horror - ‘Love me a creepy Hugh Grant character,’ wrote one fan on social media

Deva Cassel On The Best Piece Of Advice Mother Monica Bellucci Has Given Her

The model daughter of Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel speaks exclusively with ELLE UK ahead of Dior's Paris show.

‘My life was surreal’: Anthony Michael Hall on John Hughes, therapy and his ‘wild ass’ childhood

If your formative years were shaped in any way by the 80s teen movies of John Hughes – crushes, triumphant underdogs, and an everlasting hankering for American high-school lockers – those actors feel something akin to long-lost relatives. Anthony Michael Hall has had an enduring acting career doing other work: he’s a 56-year-old father and looks nothing like his teenage self. But he can’t escape the nerdy kid in Weird Science, Sixteen Candles...

Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman are the 'problem' stopping Sherlock return

Co-creator Steven Moffat is still holding out hope though!

Lara Croft redesign defended as fans hit out at sad trolling comments

Lara Croft's redesign by developer Crystal Dynamics has resurfaced after her inclusion as a playable character in Dead By Daylight - and trolling comments made by some have been heavily criticised by most online. Croft is playable as a character in a number of games, such as Fortnite, Call of Duty and loads more with online survival horror game Dea...

Sean Penn says he felt 'misery' making movies for years. Then Dakota Johnson knocked on his door

Sean Penn says he felt 'misery' making movies for years. Then Dakota Johnson knocked on his door - Sean Penn says he hadn’t felt joy making a movie in 15 years

Grand finales: The greatest movie endings

From jaw-dropping twists to romantic kisses, ambiguous freeze-frames to wonderful jokes, these movie conclusions stick with you long after the credits roll. All good movies must come to an end, but that doesn't mean they can't live on in your mind.

20 actors who learned an entirely new skill for a role

Actors can't be expected to know everything. Sometimes, they have to learn something new for a job.

Insanely luxurious Glastonbury tents come with a very high price tag

Not a long drop in sight.

The best celebrities on Paris' couture fashion week front row: Keira Knightley, Serena Williams, JLo and Jisoo

The best celebrities on Paris' couture fashion week front row: Keira Knightley, Serena Williams, JLo and Jisoo - It’s the fashion Olympics! Kylie Jenner, Jisoo and Serena Williams are among those on top form this Paris couture week

Jamie Oliver’s son Buddy, 13, lands own BBC cookery show

Buddy Oliver, the 13-year-old son of Jamie Oliver, has landed his own BBC cookery show. Cooking Buddies will see the would-be chef sharing his passion for cooking and demonstrating how to make dishes including spicy tomato pasta, pizza and crispy chicken. The show will feature “surprise appearances from the Oliver family” and will be co-produced by...

The Most Underrated TV Shows Ever

Under-the-radar gems that never got the fanfare they deserved.

28 Side-by-Side Photos of Real People and the Celebs Who Played Them On-Screen

Emma Stone or Billie Jean King? (We can't tell either.)

‘A stone-cold masterpiece’: The Raid is one of the best action flicks ever made

In a little over a decade, The Raid has established itself as an action movie classic. The fierce Indonesian film raised eyebrows upon its release in 2011, thanks to its high levels of violence and the mind-boggling martial arts skill of its cast. Gaining fans far outside the reach of a cult movie, many of the stars of The Raid have gone on to appear in everything from Star Wars to Mortal Kombat to John Wick. The Raid opens as a squad of police...

Netflix hit watched 25 million times in one week despite awful reviews

Cyndi Lauper on Glastonbury: I never used to play festivals when I was famous

Cyndi Lauper on Glastonbury: I never used to play festivals when I was famous - She last played Glastonbury in 2016.

20 facts you might not know about 'Lord of the Rings: Return of the King'

If you’ve read up on “The Fellowship of the Ring” and “The Two Towers,” you’re ready to check out these 20 facts you might not know about “Return of the King.”

'Hijack' Season 2: Release Date, Cast and Spoilers

One thing is clear: it's definitely not about a hijack

Simon Cowell was ‘actually quite nervous’ after being honored to walk X-factor contestant down the aisle

Simon Cowell was ‘actually quite nervous’ after being honored to walk X-factor contestant down the aisle - Former ‘X Factor’ judge details his ‘special’ relationship with ex contestant Lucy Spraggan

90s music legend fumes after nobody recognises him in central London

Strongest Black Mages In Final Fantasy Games

The Black Mage job allows characters to unleash devastating amounts of damage upon their foes.

'Bridgerton season 3 is an ode to the perks of being a wallflower'

Because we have all felt like Penelope Featherington

David Tennant: Seller of trans rights clothing gobsmacked as sales soar after t-shirt worn by Doctor Who star

David Tennant: Seller of trans rights clothing gobsmacked as sales soar after t-shirt worn by Doctor Who star - Sales for the clothes shot up after the star wore a top on Instagram

20 songs you didn’t know were written by other artists

It's no secret that music artists don't always write their own songs. Some artists started their careers as songwriters for other musicians before their singing careers took flight. Here are 20 songs written by other big names in the music industry.

Taylor Swift asks concert venues to provide the most relatable items, including Diet Pepsi and Ben & Jerry's ice cream

Frankly, it just sounds like our latest Tesco haul

Dolly Parton recruited by Ryan Reynolds after learning about Welsh heritage

Dolly Parton has said she was "tickled" to learn about her Welsh heritage in an upcoming documentary.

Destination Paris - episode 2: Basque Pelota, where the ball reaches 300 km/h

Basque Pelota , in which the ball can reach speeds of over 300 km/hour, was once an Olympic sport. No longer part of the games, it's popularity has nevertheless reached far beyond the Basque Country. From Mexico to Argentina, it's played in mostly Hispanic countries, but remains the pride of a region shared between France and Spain.

Alexa Chung, Saffron Hocking And More Descend On Glastonbury 2024

All the festival fashion inspiration you need.

20 facts you might not know about 'Goodfellas'

Martin Scorsese is considered by most to be one of the greatest filmmakers ever, and “Goodfellas” is often cited as his best film. If you can’t turn off “Goodfellas” whenever you see it on TV, here are 20 facts you need to know.

Stevie Van Zandt reflects on ‘big mistake of my life’ after quitting Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band

Stevie Van Zandt reflects on ‘big mistake of my life’ after quitting Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band - Veteran rocker shares reasons for leaving Springsteen’s band right as he was rising to international fame

I Am: Celine Dion – A cross between Spinal Tap, Sunset Boulevard and a harrowing medical documentary

There has never been a music documentary like I Am: Celine Dion, a weirdly compelling yet discombobulating cross between Spinal Tap, Sunset Boulevard and a harrowing medical journey. A day after watching it, I’m still not sure how I actually feel about it. It is routine for showbusiness documentaries to proclaim that we have never seen their star l...

54 Stars Who Landed Different Roles Than They Originally Auditioned For

Things could have been very different.

Christina Applegate reveals her 13-year-old daughter has been diagnosed with POTS

Christina Applegate reveals her 13-year-old daughter has been diagnosed with POTS - ‘I feel so horrible that we didn’t pay attention to it,’ the actor said

A hot and sweaty start: What we learnt arriving at Glastonbury 2024

Euronews Culture journalist Jonny Walfisz is on the scene at Glastonbury to experience the highs and lows of the UK's most impressive and arguably famous music festival. Whether you're on your way there or not, follow our essential guide to what's happening on the ground. View on euronews

Why is Bluey such a cultural phenomenon?

Kids are obsessed — but parents get just as much out of the show, if not more

Diaries of actor who inspired character of Withnail to be auctioned in London

“I must have some booze!” So goes the famous line exclaimed by Richard E Grant in his turn as the title character in the cult classic Withnail and I. And judging by recently unearthed diaries kept by one of the struggling actors the film was based on, it’s clear to see how that kind of dialogue came so easy. Vivian MacKerrell had few acting credits, but his major contribution to film is in the hedonistic antics that inspired the movie, written...

Ignore the critics – Kevin Costner’s three-hour western is a must-watch

Good news! Remember the film everyone keeps begging Hollywood to make? The one that returns to old-fashioned values of layered storytelling and real-world spectacle? Created by a seasoned, impassioned artist rather than a soulless business model? That goes out of its way to cater to the older audiences typically not that well-served outside of awar...

23 cameos you may have missed on 'Friends'

Everyone knows that Paul Rudd and Tom Selleck had cameos in Friends. While there's a core five that was the main focus of this show, many big-time actors popped up in various roles throughout the 10-season NBC hit sitcom.

Michael Jackson died with more than $500m of debt, new court filing reveals

Michael Jackson died with more than $500m of debt, new court filing reveals - Pop singer died from acute propofol intoxication in 2009

60s music icon cancels remaining tour dates after illness sparks 'big unplanned break'

Fans were thanked for their 'patience and understanding'.

Kate Nash looks back: ‘I trusted the wrong people with my money and had to move back in with my parents; 15 female wrestlers saved me ...’

Born in London in 1987, Kate Nash, is an actor and musician. After studying theatre at the Brit School, she was discovered on Myspace and in 2007 released her hit single Foundations. Her debut album, Made of Bricks, went to No 1 and won her a Brit award. After being dropped by her label in 2012, Nash went on to release three albums independently, as well as starring in the Netflix show about female wrestlers, Glow. Her fifth album, 9 Sad...

Inside Taylor Swift's 'Eras' tour wardrobe – from designer sketches to outfit details

The star performs a three-hour set in a series of striking bodysuits and ball gowns

Romeo & Juliet in Guildford town centre: Tom Holland eat your heart out

“Are you comfortable being an outlier on that Tom Holland Romeo and Juliet?” a friend of mine asked the other night, with a hint of waspish amusement, alluding to the five-star rave of mine that stood out from the pack. The answer to which is ‘yes’: for me, Jamie Lloyd’s dark, brooding production astutely has an accent on verbal richness rather tha...

Gary Lineker: BBC knows it made a mistake by taking me off air

Gary Lineker has said the BBC knows it made a mistake by taking him off air last year. The decision by Tim Davie, the director-general, to suspend Lineker from Match of the Day for posting a critical tweet about the Government’s migrant policy caused a crisis for the broadcaster. Lineker’s BBC Sport colleagues downed tools, and Mr Davie was forced ...

The artist hoping to get 200,000 people at Glastonbury to stay silent for 7 minutes

Can it be done?

JK Rowling announces big names for new Harry Potter TV series that 'will more than live up to expectations'

JK Rowling announces big names for new Harry Potter TV series that 'will more than live up to expectations' - The show will see Game Of Thrones and Succession stars at the helm

Paris Hilton testifies at US Congress about child abuse as star says she's in her ‘Liam Neeson era’ - watch

Paris Hilton testifies at US Congress about child abuse as star says she's in her ‘Liam Neeson era’ - watch - Hilton addressed the Ways and Means Committee in Washington on Wednesday to advocate for children in the foster care system

New Jay Slater pool party pictures emerge after search funds withdrawn

The snaps show the 19-year-old two days before he vanished.

Harry Potter legend delivers verdict on returning to iconic role for TV reboot series

Could a return be possible for this iconic character?

The biggest one-hit wonders from the '90s

Whether it's the final remnants of 1980s hair metal, mainstream alternative rock, or dance music, the 1990s had it all, including plenty of one-hit wonders. Here are the most memorable one-hit wonders from that decade.