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Daily Mirror
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
The Gilded Age is back for more more society scandal as it returns tonight
Christine Baranski and Cynthia Nixon star in lavish period drama The Gilded Age, which is returning to Sky tonight with its brand new series after two years off our screens Fasten your corsets, The Gilded Age is back on screen tonight (Mon 23 June, Sky Showcase 9pm), the closest thing we've had to fill the void of Downton Abbey. Created by Lord Julian Fellowes, the genius behind worldwide smash Downton, this New York City-set period drama has all the usual scandal and secrets we've come to expect. Christine Baranski and Cynthia Nixon play sisters Agnes and Ada, rigidly conventional aunts to orphaned Marian (Louisa Jacobson), who came to live with them. Set in the late 19th century, it's a period of immense economic and social change, when empires were built. As season three begins, following the Opera War of 1883, the old guard is weakened and the Russells stand poised to take their place at the head of society. Bertha (Carrie Coon) sets her sights on a prize that would elevate the family to unimaginable heights while George (Morgan Spector) risks everything on a gambit that could revolutionise the railroad industry - if it doesn't ruin him first. Across the street, the Brook household is thrown into chaos as Agnes refuses to accept Ada's new position as lady of the house. Peggy (Denee Benton) meets a handsome doctor from Newport whose family is less than enthusiastic about her career. As all of New York hastens toward the future, their ambition may come at the cost of what they truly hold dear. With lavish locations and costumes, feisty heroines, dowagers and dames, dashing men, class clash, pearl clutching, society gossip, rebellion and upstairs / downstairs drama, this ticks all the boxes for period drama fans. The Gilded Age is airing on Sky Showcase tonight at 9pm. There's plenty more on TV tonight - here's the best of the rest.. DEATH IN THE DESERT: THE NURSE HELEN MYSTERY, CHANNEL 4, 9pm With new evidence finally released, this fascinating documentary pores over the shocking case of a British nurse who died in suspicious circumstances in Saudi Arabia in 1979. Helen Smith, 23, apparently fell from a balcony at an expat party - her body was found on the marbe courtyard outside the block of flats. Foul play was quickly dismissed, but speculation was rife and the case became an international mystery. Was she murdered? Helen's family never believed what they were told. At first they thought Helen had committed suicide - until it emerged that the body of a Dutch tugboat captain, who had allegedly been with Helen just beforehand, was found next to her, impaled on a spiked fence. Now, 45 years on, director Keely Winstone has obtained hundreds of previously classified government documents, revealing what the British government really knew about Helen's tragic death. Helen's brother Graham says: 'We were close. I saw her off at Heathrow. That was the last time I ever saw her.' CELEBRITY PUZZLING, 5, 7pm It's not often you see Carol Vorderman stumbling over an answer, but she is at one point finally stumped in this brand new play-along game show. She is a team captain, with actor Sally Lindsay heading up the other team, while Jeremy Vine takes the hot seat as host. A battle of logic and wordplay, this episode sees Carol joined by Ore Oduba and Sally joined by Gareth Malone. Rounds include In Other Words, where teams must decode two-word answers using only initials and cleverly crafted synonyms. Then it's Thirdle, where stacks of words are missing their third letters, and in Cinema Cypher, film titles are obscured by symbols. Heat Map brings a QWERTY twist, while Funundrum sees teams unscrambling anagrams, and Memory Bank gets the cogs turning. Jeremy says this is 'the most relentless puzzling ever televised'. A bold claim, and not entirely true, but it's certainly an addictive format that will have you shouting answers at the telly. EMMERDALE, ITV1, 7.30pm Assuming Cain knows, Jacob mentions Sarah's IVF. Cain is furious that Jacob is more in the loop about his granddaughter's life than he is. Belle overhears Tracy making preparations for Nate's funeral and seizes the opportunity to ask if she's now allowing Cain to attend. After Tracy confirms that he's still banned, Belle takes it upon herself to change her mind. Robert feels guilty about Victoria's black eye and decides to move out, but Victoria is worried about him. EASTENDERS, BBC1, 7.30pm Phil is worried about Nigel when he goes out barefoot, and his fears are exacerbated when he returns home to find chaos in the kitchen. The situation gets dangerous when Nigel and Phil grapple over a pan of boiling water. Yolande asks at The Vic if they can host Patrick's 85th birthday. Nicola and Teddy are concerned when they find out Barney failed a chemistry exam due to the stress. Kat confides in Jean that she's hurt over Alfie not communicating. CORONATION STREET, ITV1, 8pm At Bernie's suggestion, Aadi throws a midsummer party. Carla hands Betsy the keys to the factory, asking her to lock up but Betsy gets distracted by Brody, Dylan and Lauren, and forgetting to lock up, they head for the party. When Brody shows Dylan a bottle of LSD, telling him he intends to make some money, Dylan's concerned. There's romantic tension between Amy and Aadi, but a misunderstanding leaves Aadi hurt. Kit tells Bernie that he's had the DNA results through.
Scottish Sun
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Channel 4 launch new version of classic game show as Love Island and I'm A Celeb stars are lined up to appear
The broadcaster have announced a whole host of great shows hitting our screens this summer SUMMER TV Channel 4 launch new version of classic game show as Love Island and I'm A Celeb stars are lined up to appear Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHANNEL 4 are launching their own version of classic quiz show, Family Fortunes, aimed at a youth audience and featuring an array of reality stars and influencers. Family Face Off will air on 4's younger skewing digital channel 4.0 this summer and will see famous faces and their families compete against each other. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Love Island's Chloe Burrows is taking part in new show Family Face Off Credit: Channel 4 5 The new show is being hosted by Darkest Man Credit: Channel 4 5 Indiyah Polack is also set to appear on Family face Off Credit: Getty 5 The new Channel 4 show is set to rival ITV's Family Fortunes Credit: ITV It's hosted by Darkest Man and they have Chloe Burrows and Indiyah Polack from Love Island as contestants, along with their loved ones. Both former Islanders have enjoyed incredible careers since leaving the villa. Chloe has appeared on several other reality TV shows like Celebs Go Dating, while Indiyah is the host of the Love Island podcast. The show's host Darkest Man, is an influencer who has seen his star soar over the the last few years. Channel 4 have revealed that other celebs taking part in Family Face Off are I'm A Celeb's Nella Rose, Mariam Musa and PK Humble. Similar to ITV's Family Fortunes, the show sees two celebrities go head-to-head with their families in tow. In each episode, two equally competitive and unfiltered families must answer a series of questions to prove who knows their relatives best. The show promises to be full of laughs, as the stars do battle to see who will come out on top. Family Face Off isn't the only show that is hitting the screens this summer. Channel 4 have announced a whole host of great entertainment being launched over the next few months on 4.0. Chloe Burrows breaks her silence on new boyfriend as she opens up on relationship for the first time Nella Rose and Darkest Man are also taking part in new show, The Intern. The series offers 80 amateur creators the chance to secure a once in a lifetime opportunity with four of the UK's biggest influencers. Viewers are also being treated to Find The Catfish. Each episode will see a content creator have five blind dates to find their real connection. But what they don't know is two of their fellow influencers will be pranking their pal, using voice changing tech to disguise and convince their friend they are "the one". Speaking about these new shows, Channel 4's Evie Buckley, said: 'I can't wait for our latest slate full of fresh new shows to drop on Channel 4.0 this summer. "New formats, new talent and the same old chaos, I hope these series resonate."
The Irish Sun
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Watch moment reality star VOMITS after being told partner must sleep with another man in racy TV show
THIS is the moment a reality star vomited after being told he must let his girlfriend sleep with another man on Channel 4 show. On Friday's episode of Open House: The Great Sex Experiment, Tom and Lauren joined the show in a bid to spice up their relationship. 4 Tom VOMITED after being told partner Lauren must sleep with another man Credit: The Great Sex Experiment 4 He was filled with sheer dread and raced to the bathroom to be sick Credit: The Great Sex Experiment 4 Lauren watched as her man spewed while appearing on the racy Channel 4 show Credit: The Great Sex Experiment Non-monogamy expert Effy Blue suggested they give intimacy a go with other people, other than their partner. Speaking to the camera, she told viewers: "Today is about challenging Tom to be independent. "I'm curious to see how that will affect the dynamics they have between them. "Lauren needs to be a partner to Tom, not a caretaker." READ MORE ON CHANNEL 4 After returning to their room, Lauren told Tom: "Don't be nervous. "You absolutely got this." Lauren admitted it was her idea to take part on the show - saying she felt like they had been "thrown in at the deep end". She told the camera: "But to be able to have him to have the confidence that we can go off, have our fun, come back to each other at the end of the night and it's absolutely insane." Most read in News TV But it looked like things had got too intense for Tom, who retreated to the bathroom to be sick. Overwhelmed husband wipes away tears after partner romps with another woman in Open House The narrator then said: "But the thought of flying solo entirely naked isn't sitting well with Tom." Tom could be heard vomiting in the toilet and looking distressed. A distraught Tom confessed: "This is going to be horrible,' to which Lauren replies: "I just want to cuddle you." Tom added: "I feel absolutely petrified and sick." Lauren is then seen hugging her man from behind. Trying to reassure him, she told him: "All that anyone can ask is that you just try, okay?" Last week one man was Alana and Alex took part on the show, which sees couples explore the idea of an open relationship. The couple were in their bedroom preparing to be visited by female resident Georgie. They hoped they could take the next step towards their ultimate goal of engaging in a couple swap by having a threesome first. Alana confessed: "I don't know how this is going to go seeing Alex with another woman." Alex then opened up to the camera and said he was worried about how Alana might feel to see him with someone else. He said: "I think I felt overwhelmed because it went from a zero to a hundred. "And it caught me off guard really. "I can't quite match that just now." Later, after Georgie left, his wife said she had loved every single minute. She then asked Alex if he enjoyed it to which he replied: "I loved seeing you enjoy it." After his wife snuggled up under the duvet to go to sleep, Alex was left musing. And as he sat up in bed tears streamed down his face as he admitted he was unsure if an open relationship was what he wanted. 4 Non-monogamy expert Effy Blue suggested they give intimacy a go with other people Credit: The Great Sex Experiment
The Irish Sun
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
TV star, 43, goes Instagram official with new girlfriend after stalking terror and near death experience
TV hardman Levison Wood has revealed his new girlfriend for the first time after his stalking terror and near death experience. The Channel 4 star, 43, looked smitten in new photos he shared to Instagram as he hard launched his partner Ana. Advertisement 7 Levison Wood has revealed his new girlfriend for the first time Credit: Instagram 7 The TV star looked smitten in new photos he shared to Instagram Credit: Instagram 7 He hard launched his partner Ana Credit: Instagram 7 Levison gushed over his new partner and said he's embarking on a 'new chapter' Credit: Instagram In one snap , Levison cosied up to the brunette woman during a stroll. They wrapped up in winter coats, with Levison in a black padded jacket and the new lady in his life wearing a black coat and a khaki beanie hat. He then shared a candid snap of her looking content as she glanced out of a window. While another photo showed them exploring the outdoors and on adventures - including them canoeing and in front a picturesque mountain backdrop. Advertisement READ MORE ON CHANNEL 4 The former Army officer wrote: "Over the years I've met many people on the road, but every now and then, someone comes along who doesn't just travel with you, but changes the pace of the journey entirely. This is Ana. "We've been exploring a shared path together lately, one filled with plenty of adventures, challenges and commitment. "An exciting new chapter awaits." Levison previously told The Sun about his dating life and admitted in 2023 that he's not short of offers since he started making his shows for Channel 4 in 2015. Advertisement Most read in Showbiz Breaking Levison even got advice, however unconventional, on landing a wife during his adventures, the most recent of which saw him travel to film desert lions. Explorer Levison Wood on becoming a sex symbol He said: 'The lead woman in the Himba tribe initiated me into the tribe by putting clay dreadlocks in my hair , which she said would make me look a lot more stylish. 'They also have this test for men, a sort of coming of age ceremony when they are 12, where they get their bottom two front teeth knocked out with a brick. 'I've obviously still got my teeth, and they were taking the p*** out of me, saying, 'You're never going to find a wife and get married if you've got those teeth'.' Advertisement He said: 'I'd love to have a family one day, but I don't think there is any need to follow convention and settle down at all. 'Sod that, I'm more up for continuing the adventures, no matter what. But I try to avoid talking about finding someone and love, as the last time I did, I ended up with a stalker.' In 2020 the said London . Speaking about his : "I've had some persistent fans over the years but this was on another level. Advertisement "It went from being a nuisance to her contacting family members, turning up outside my house. It wasn't nice: I was looking over my shoulder wherever I went. "I was reluctant at first to contact the police because last year I felt they had bigger things to deal with. "It felt embarrassing more than anything. Women get this a lot more than blokes do, so it was a real learning curve to be on the receiving end." next level" by contacting his family. Advertisement He wrote at the time: "So the stalker has taken it to the next level and started to message my parents. @brumpolice pls advise is there anything that can be done? "She claims to be a paediatric doctor and records show her license was revoked. This person needs to be removed from any contact with kids." The star later added: "I've blocked this psycho three times today. @instagram does nothing and said individual just sets up new account and puts vile and obscene comments all over my wall." Levison is known for his Channel 4 documentary From Russia To Iran: Crossing The Wild Frontier. Advertisement He is formerly a member of the British Army and has fought in the war in Afghanistan. In 2010, Levison decided to leave the Army and started pursuing a career in photography and journalism before going on to become a best-selling author. However, in 2021 he decided to rejoin as a Major in the 77th Brigade which was only formed in January 2015. The TV star previously revealed he nearly died while filming for a documentary after his taxi plunged off a 500ft down a cliff face in Western Nepal, while also experiencing other close calls. Advertisement He told The Sun: 'The times I've been closest to death weren't in the Army but on expedition. 'For this series, in Greenland there was a real risk our boat could have been crushed by ice as the waters change direction with the wind, and in the desert you're up against wild animals. 'Our crew got chased by a lion in Namibia. I had to dive into the back of the car because one was bounding towards me. That was slightly terrifying. 'There are risks everywhere and you have to be very, very vigilant. Advertisement 'You can imagine the length of the safety form that needs to be filled out. But everyone accepts there are loads of risks. If you want to show people these stories some- body has to be out there on the front line. 'At least I'm not getting shot at this time.' 7 Levison said Ana has changed his life for the better Credit: Instagram 7 The adventurer previously opened up about his scary stalking ordeal Credit: Getty Advertisement 7 He told The Sun in 2023 of his hopes to find a wife and have a family Credit: Getty
Wales Online
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Dick and Angel Strawbridge receive overwhelming support after latest update
Dick and Angel Strawbridge receive overwhelming support after latest update The famous pair have shared a social media announcement with their Escape to the Chateau fans. Dick and Angel are the popular duo behind Channel 4's Escape to the Chateau (Image: (Image: CHANNEL4) ) Dick and Angel Strawbridge, the beloved duo behind Channel 4's Escape to the Chateau, have been inundated with warm wishes after they provided fans with an update. Despite their Channel 4 series concluding in 2022, they continue to delight followers with snippets from their French life. The pair, who celebrated their union at their chateau in 2015, took to social media with a collection of photos capturing moments with their nearest and dearest as they embarked on this year's initial festivities. With a set of heartwarming pictures featuring their children Arthur, 12, and Dorothy, 11, they shared: "Wow! What a week! ! First events of the year and the sun certainly had his hat on! "The Chateau was filled with love, laughter and plenty of hugs as we made memories together! We were blown away by how many people came from around the world. Thank you. We are now working on our 2026 dates so watch this space..." They concluded the update, wishing everyone: "Have a Marvellous Monday!" As the news spread, fans flocked to comment, showering the post with uplifting remarks as one wrote: "Amazing! ! So miss watching you guys!!" The pair took to social media with a collection of photos capturing moments in France (Image: Dick & Angel Strawbridge ) Article continues below Another commented: "I wish your programs were still on TV. I'd love to see you doing more crafts and interior design." A third fan reminisced, saying: "My husband and I are rewatching your show and just saw your anniversary dinner that you held in the orangery during Covid with your beautiful children serving the food and your parents helping." Another fan said: "Miss seeing you all ...it was a dose of comfort watching the family grow and experience the magic of the chateau being lovely to see all going well." In recent family news, Dick and Angel celebrated a significant family event last month as their daughter Dorothy turned 11 years old, reports the Express. Fans admitted they missed see what the family are up to now (Image: INSTAGRAM/ESCAPETOTHECHATEAU ) The proud parents shared touching sentiments in a social media post accompanied by pictures of family celebrations, saying: "Our little girl is 11 today! She continues to amaze us with her compassion, creativity and the way she embraces adventure! Happy Birthday sweet girl - you make us proud every single day." Article continues below Dorothy featured on our screens from 2016 to 2022 in the Channel 4 documentary series which captured the family's journey after moving to a derelict chateau in France. Escape to the Chateau is available to stream on
