Michael Sheen turns himself into a ‘not-for-profit’ actor
The activist pledges to use his money from acting to fund more good causes and charity events.
Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler pick up Kennedy Center Honors
The legendary Canadian singer makes a rare public appearance at a ceremony hosted by Joe Biden.
Wet Leg, Pink Pantheress and Central Cee make BBC Sound of 2022 list
They’re among 10 acts tipped for success in the annual BBC list, previously won by Adele and Celeste.
Mobo Awards honour Dave, Little Simz and Ghetts
Dave wins best album and Little Simz wins best female at the first full Mobo ceremony since 2017.
Banksy pledges to help save Reading jail with stencil sale
The artist offers to raise £10m to buy the former prison so it can become an arts hub.
Chris Cuomo: CNN fires presenter over help he gave politician brother
The star TV host is sacked over efforts to help his brother defend himself against sexual harassment claims.
Scottish Ballet revises The Nutcracker to address racism
Scottish Ballet has made subtle changes to the famous production in order to make it more inclusive.
Wet Leg, Central Cee and Pink Pantheress make BBC Sound of 2022 list
They’re among 10 acts tipped for success in the annual BBC list, previously won by Adele and Celeste.
Weakest Link: Romesh Ranganathan ‘not trying to emulate’ Anne Robinson
Comedian Romesh Ranganathan is set to host a rebooted version of the BBC One quiz show.
Sir Antony Sher: A giant of the stage
The South African actor went from feeling like an impostor to becoming a giant of the British stage.
Lord Alan Sugar received abusive anti-Semitic letters
Patrick Gomes’ messages were “deeply derogatory towards the Jewish faith”, Essex Police says.
Sir Antony Sher: Actor dies of cancer aged 72
His film work included Shakespeare in Love while his stage work included Richard III and Macbeth.
I’m a Celebrity: ITV removed intruders during Storm Arwen security breach
Two intruders broke into the show’s set in a Welsh castle this week during Storm Arwen.
West Side Story: Spielberg on casting the film from Latinx community
Director Steven Spielberg on why all the film’s Latinx characters had to come from that community.
Little Mix taking break after ’10 amazing years’
The group assure fans they are not splitting up permanently and have plans for more music and tours.
Cerebral palsy: Author hopes disability book will inspire others
Gavin Clifton, who has cerebral palsy, wants to show children they can achieve their dreams.
Alec Baldwin admits career could be over after fatal shooting
But the 63-year-old US actor says he did not pull the trigger on the set of the Rust film in October.
Boxing Day: Festive film debut for Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne Pinnock
Boxing Day, the first British Christmas rom-com led by an all-black cast, is released Friday 3 December.
Ed and Elton reveal their Christmas chart contender
The pop stars have teamed up for a collaborative Christmas song – but can it get to number one?
Laverne & Shirley star Eddie Mekka dies aged 69
The US actor is best known for playing Carmine Ragusa in the 1970s-80s Laverne & Shirley TV sitcom.
Community art projects receive £1.8m boost
A share of £1.8m Arts Council funding is awarded to Sedgemoor to boost interest in creative arts
Grayson Perry: New exhibition in Bristol features artwork by the public
It will include works by Boy George, Sue Perkins and members of the public when it opens in Bristol.
Grayson Perry: New exhibition in Bristol features artwork by the public
It will include works by Boy George, Sue Perkins and members of the public when it opens in Bristol.
Rare John and Yoko vinyls gifted to charities and record shops
John Lennon’s widow and son give away 50 limited edition discs of Happy Xmas (War Is Over).
Rare John and Yoko vinyls gifted to charities and record shops
John Lennon’s widow and son give away 50 limited edition discs of Happy Xmas (War Is Over).
Disability: Ballet dancer Joe Powell-Main seen as ‘wrong type’
Meet Wales’ first professional ballet dancer with a disability, Joe Powell-Main.
Blackpool Grand Theatre: Costume team makes 10,000 panto outfits
Designers and tailors prepare costumes fit for wicked queens and snow white just in time for panto.
Sounds of Southampton second album released
Rapper Tyrone has worked with young artists to support new talent and put Southampton on the map.
Merkel picks German punk singer Hagen for last serenade
Nina Hagen’s song was played during a military ceremony in the outgoing chancellor’s honour.
Government fined £500,000 for New Year honours data breach
The addresses of more than 1,000 people, including Sir Elton John and Gabby Logan, were shared online.
