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The Herald Scotland
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
A wise man might even consider this comedy gold
The Monkey Barrel, Edinburgh Learning new facts at a comedy gig is always an added bonus. Someone who can simultaneously educate and entertain is undoubtedly a double threat. At the start of his show, Ayo Adenekan informs us that only around 2% of Edinburgh's population identify as Black. The 23-year-old Nigerian-Scottish comedian goes on to describe what it's like to be a Black, queer man growing up in such an overwhelmingly white city. There's a gentle ease to Ayo's story-telling. A laid-back charm. We're soon hanging onto every softly-spoken word. At primary school, he desperately wanted to stand out, not stick out. Tales of his auditions attempts for the Years 1-3 Nativity play would melt the hardest of hearts. A wise man might even consider it comedy gold. Read More: Difficult issues are dismantled with razor-sharp wit and class. At the barber's, Ayo throws shade on the fade as well as the accompanying casual racism. Activism is acknowledged and explored via the back seat of the school bus. It turns out the cool kids always have the best punchlines. A few stories need filled out and finished off, though. It would have been good to learn more about that distressing lads' holiday to Magaluf, for example. The individuality of much of Ayo's material is genuinely exciting. Many of his friends have recently become pet or baby parents. His take on trying to bringing them up to speed on his dating exploits adds some superb physicality to proceedings. This Leith local's come a long way in a short space of time. His first steps in stand-up were in 2023. Last year, he came third in Gilded Balloon's comedy competition, So You Think You're Funny? This year, as recipient of Brass Tacks Debut Fund, his Fringe costs for this much-anticipated first hour will be met by Red Bull UK. Here's a thing. During a show, I like to jot down my observations and comments. I do it old-school, using a pen and paper. I've noticed that the more I'm enjoying a performance, the less I tend to write. Looking back at my notes from one didn't take long. All it said on the page was, 'the real deal.' Here's another fact I learnt at the gig. Scottish comedy has a new rising star. Ayo Adenekan is appearing at The Monkey Barrel July 30-August 24.


Time of India
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Bear season 4 X review: Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri bring the magic back — and episode 4 is already fan favourite
The Bear season 4 X review: FX's The Bear has returned for its fourth season, and fans are already calling it a much-needed comeback. Created by Christopher Storer, who also writes and directs several episodes, the series continues its emotionally grounded look at life inside a high-pressure kitchen. This season brings back Jeremy Allen White as Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto, Ayo Edebiri as Sydney, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Richie, with writing contributions from both Storer and Edebiri herself. After the slightly more introspective and slower-paced third season, viewers were hoping for a return to the fast-paced emotion of earlier seasons and according to X, season 4 is delivering. The Bear season 4 X review: Viewers say the heart of the show is back Fans are calling The Bear season 4 a return to form. The latest installment is already being hailed on X (formerly Twitter) as a comeback after what fans called a monotonous season 3. The early reactions are spoiler-free, but it's evident that this season revives everything viewers loved about the show's emotional chaos while also bringing back its signature humour, particularly in episode 4. One user wrote, "The Bear season 4 episode 4 is one of the best episodes of television you could watch, actually." The bear season 4 episode 4 is one of the best episodes of television you could watch actually Another shared, "I LOVE this season. I love how Carmy is taking accountability for his mistakes and TRULY growing and being better with his family. I love the family always. My HEART!" have to stop 😭😭😭😭 IM ON 4x07 AND WILL BE FINISHING TOMORROW!!!! last final un-spoilery thoughts. I LOVE this season. I love how carmy is taking accountability of his mistakes and TRULY growing and being better with his family. I love the family always. My HEART! A third viewer, careful not to spoil anything, added, "I'm so hesitant to say anything because I don't want to spoil anything, so I will keep this as vague as possible. There's a scene at the end of #TheBear Season 4 Episode 3 that's everything I wanted from two characters. It DELIVERED." I'm so hesitant to say anything because I don't want to spoil anything, so I will keep this as vague as possible. There's a scene at the end of #TheBear Season 4 Episode 3 that's everything I wanted from two characters. It DELIVERED. And of course, episode 4 seems to be a standout moment for many, with one tweet saying, "Episode 4 of The Bear season 4 is even better than I imagined it would be. It's a special one: Ayo and Lionel writing supremacy." Episode 4 of The Bear season 4 is even better than I imagined it would be. It's a special one, Ayo and Lionel writing supremacy 🥲 Another post praised the show's return to emotional warmth: "Guys, seriously. This is like astronomically better than S3 and feels so much more like S1-2. The family FEELS like a family again. Carmy is healing and more affectionate and APPROACHABLE. I'm just so in love with this show. I can't wait to see how the season ends." guys seriously. this is like astronomically better than s3 and feels so much more like s1-2. the family FEELS like a family again. carmy is healing and more affectionate and APPROACHABLE. I'm just so in love with this show. I can't wait to see how the season ends One fan even gave props to the very first episode, "Something about this show just hits different. Even during S3. THE BEAR S4E1 — comes out of the gate STRONG with an emotional reset & an episode that feels like a culmination (while also being the start). High hopes for the rest. Off to a great start." Something about this show just hits different. Even during BEAR S4E1 — comes out of the gate STRONG with an emotional reset & an episode that feels like a culmination (while also being the start). High hopes for the rest. Off to a great start. #TheBearFx And to top it all off, another fan wrote, "Ep 4, season 4 of The Bear is the most I've ever laughed in the show's history… Everybody say, Thank you, Ayo Edebiri and Lionel Boyce." ep 4 season 4 of the bear is the most I've ever laughed in the show's history…everybody say thank you ayo edebiri and lionel boyce Surprise cameos amplify the season's impact The Bear season 4 also delivers emotionally charged cameos that elevate the narrative. Jon Bernthal returns in a meaningful flashback as Carmy's late brother Mikey, Jamie Lee Curtis reprises her Emmy‑winning role as sober matriarch Donna, and Molly Gordon appears again as Claire, offering closure to her arc. New guest stars include Rob Reiner as a mentor for The Beef's takeout launch and Brie Larson as Francie, who brings pivotal emotional moments for Natalie. Other highlights include a family wedding reunion featuring Josh Hartnett, Gillian Jacobs, and John Mulaney, plus brief but powerful appearances from Kate Berlant, Will Poulter, Sarah Paulson, and Bob Odenkirk. All ten episodes of The Bear season 4 are now streaming on Hulu.


Pink Villa
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Love Island Fame Ayo Dating? All About Alicia, Daughter of Manchester United Legend Paul Scholes
Love Island fame Ayo has fueled the rumors of him dating Alicia. The reality TV star's alleged girlfriend is the daughter of Manchester United star Paul Scholes. Recently, Alicia dropped a few snaps of herself on her social media handle, and the fans quickly noticed that she had the same black hoodie as the one owned by Ayo. The fans also noticed the man behind Alicia in her pictures had a similar goatee to Ayo. They were quick to speculate that the daughter of the football player was dating the reality TV star. Who is Ayo's alleged girlfriend, Alicia? As for Alicia, the daughter of the Manchester United star, she is herself a sports player. She represented England in the International tournaments and in the Netball Super League. In addition to being a basketball player for London Pulse, Alicia is also an influencer, with 100K followers on her social media account. She was recently in the news for opening a gym with her brother and her father. Alicia shares a strong bond with Scholes and gave fans a glimpse into her bond with her dad in a video she shared on the internet in 2021. In the clip, the football star was seen chewing his daughter's toenail, giving fans a chance to tease the athlete. Ayo in Love Island As for Ayo, the reality TV star was romantically involved with the mental health nurse, Mimii Ngulube, while on Love Island. After coupling briefly with Mimii, he then went on to be with the new bombshell, Jess Spencer. Ayo and Spencer played the season together and came fourth in the show. However, the duo's connection was also tangled in controversy in the villa. Despite Ayo choosing Jess over Mimii, the fans of the show were convinced that he still had feelings for Ngulube. Even Ayo's brother added to the fuel, stating that he wasn't sure about Jess when he entered the show on the family day.


Scottish Sun
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Love Island star Ayo star dating Man Utd legend's daughter as they go Instagram official
The stunning blonde boasts 100k followers on Instagram, where she's been known to post a few nude snaps ayo my gosh Love Island star Ayo star dating Man Utd legend's daughter as they go Instagram official LOVE Island star Ayo Odukoya appears to be dating Manchester United legend Paul Scholes' daughter Alicia. Ayo, 26, who featured in series 11 of the ITV2 show, has sparked speculation after fans noticed striking similarities between him and the mystery man featured in Alicia's recent Instagram posts. 7 Love Island star Ayo Odukoya appears to be dating Manchester United legend Paul Scholes' daughter Alicia Credit: Instagram 7 The stunning blonde boasts 100k followers on Instagram, where she's been known to post a few nude snaps Credit: Instagram Alicia, 24, shared a series of snaps, including one showing the back of a man's head, and another of her holding hands with someone wearing a black hoodie. Fans were quick to point out that Ayo owns an identical hoodie, seen on his own profile, and that the man's distinct goatee closely resembles Ayo's. Alicia is the only daughter of former footballer Paul, 50, and his wife Clair Froggatt. She plays for London Pulse in the Netball Super League and represents England at international level. The stunning blonde is also an influencer, boasting 100k followers on Instagram, where she's been known to post a few nude snaps. Alicia recently hit the headlines after she and her brother opened a gym alongside their father. Her close relationship with her dad stunned fans in 2021, though, after she shared a viral video to her Instagram. The clip showed Paul appearing to chew his daughter's toenails, prompting rival supporters to tease the United icon. Meanwhile, Ayo was coupled up with mental health nurse Mimii Ngulube during his time on Love Island - until bombshell Jess Spencer walked into the villa. Ayo and Jess came in in fourth place during the final but their time in the villa was shrouded in controversy. Watch as Love Island's Ayo takes a swipe at ex Jess with savage video - after she goes public with new boyfriend When they left the villa they were still not official but their relationship appeared to be growing deeper. However, despite picking to stay with Jess, viewers and some of the islanders were convinced that Ayo still had feelings for Mimii. Ayo's brother even said he wasn't sure about Jess when he entered the villa on family day. The Sun has contacted Ayo and Alicia's representatives for comment. 7 A mystery man has featured in Alicia's recent Instagram posts Credit: Instagram 7 One showed her holding hands with someone wearing a black hoodie Credit: Instagram 7 Fans were quick to point out that Ayo owns an identical hoodie Credit: Instagram 7 Alicia is the only daughter of former footballer Paul and his wife Clair Froggatt Credit: Instagram / @paulscholesaaa
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Yahoo
Motorcyclist killed in two-vehicle crash in Youngsville
YOUNGSVILLE, La. (KLFY) — Officials are investigating a fatal two-vehicle fatal crash involving a motorcycle on La. 339 near its intersection with Simon Road that occurred yesterday morning. The crash claimed the life of Dustin Ayo, 42, of Thibodaux, officials said. During investigation, it was revealed that a 2013 Nissan Sentra was traveling north on LA. 339. At the same time, a 2025 Suzuki Motorcycle, driven by Ayo, was traveling south at a high rate of speed, officials said. For reasons still unknown, the Nissan allegedly attempted to turn left onto Simon Road and entered the path of the oncoming Suzuki, which then struck the Nissan, officials said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now According to officials, Ayo was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the Nissan sustained moderate injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Officials said routine toxicology samples were collected and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation. 'Honestly, it was shocking': Video shows tourist approaching bison with toddler Two Lafayette men charged with attempted murder in connection with Saturday shooting Landry names new head of Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Motorcyclist killed in two-vehicle crash in Youngsville VIDEO: Police chase excavator during extremely slow-speed pursuit in South Carolina Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.