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Gizmodo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
BBC Apologizes for Accidentally Spoiling ‘Doctor Who' Finale in News Report
The BBC's apology for posting about that shocking Doctor Who finale reveal before the whole world got a chance to watch comes a little too late. For many, the spoiler was prominently featured online as soon as Ncuti Gatwa took his bow and regenerated into the franchise's favorite companion, Rose Tyler, played by Billie Piper. Was she some sort of Rose variant, the role she originated in the series, meant to wrap things up with the David Tennant 14th Doctor running around? We don't yet know. However, her appearance sent the internet buzzing as soon as the finale aired, including a spoiler-filled headline on the BBC itself, which read, 'Ncuti Gatwa regenerates into Billie Piper as he leaves Doctor Who.' A few weeks after the Doctor Who finale, the BBC has addressed its fans who called out the company for the spoilery news story. In a statement the BBC shared, 'Some people contacted us to complain that the headline gave away the ending, spoiling this Doctor Who episode for them. Others requested that the BBC be more conscious of spoilers going forward, particularly in the use of headlines.' The explanation continued, 'BBC journalists are of course entitled to use their judgment to decide which stories to cover and the manner in which they are reported. We also want our headlines to be as informative as possible. Although every story is different, we have discussed your concerns on this occasion with senior editors and we will be mindful of your views for future coverage.' As an American viewer, I can attest that the finale didn't get uploaded onto Disney+ until later than it aired in the UK; that was no surprise since it often felt as if the show was almost hidden among Disney+'s offerings, with inconsistently timed uploads that missed UK scheduling. I stayed up until midnight in my attempt to not get spoiled but eventually gave up waiting—and I was among the fans who encountered the spoiler through an official post before getting a chance to watch the finale. It was a deflating disappointment on brand with how the BBC and Disney's partnership went about handling its 15th Doctor, who deserved so much better. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
Geek Tyrant
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
David Tennant Says He Had His "Eye On" the Reed Richards Role in FANTASTIC FOUR Before Pedro Pascal Was Cast — GeekTyrant
David Tennant, best known for playing the Doctor on Doctor Who , was hoping to take on another sci-fi role in the upcoming Marvel film, The Fantastic Four: First Steps . The actor wanted to play Reed Richards, aka Mister Fantastic, but that role ultimately went to Pedro Pascal. Tennant opened up about his previous ambitions during a panel conversation at MCM Comic Con in London, where he was asked by a fan if there were any villains or superheroes he would like to portray that he hasn't gotten the chance to yet. Tennant acknowledged that he struck gold with the mind-controlling abusive antagonist Killgrave in Jessica Jones , but he added that there's another MCU role he would have also liked to have landed. 'In terms of superheroes, I don't know, I did slightly have my eye on Reed Richards, and unfortunately, it looks like they've gone in a different direction,' he said tongue-in-cheek, 'Although if it has to be someone, I'm happy for it to be Pedro Pascal, frankly.' As the audience whooped upon the mention of Mister Fantastic himself, Tennant agreed, exclaiming a resounding 'yes!' He continued, 'I would have quite liked to be Reed Richards, I'd quite like to be able to do all that,' reaching out in front of him and making a sound effect to demonstrate the character's elasticity power. 'So I'll stick with that even though it's gone, even though it's gonna be a while before there's another go at that, I think, unfortunately.' He concluded, 'I think Pedro Pascal is great. I'm very, very pleased that he exists.' Aren't we all? Pascal is joined in the film by Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman; Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch; and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. In the film, 'Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner).' Additional roles are being played by Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, and Natasha Lyonne. The Fantastic Four: First Steps hits theaters on July 25, 2025. via: Deadline
Telegraph
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
How the modern gentleman can carry off a kilt
Trying too hard with your wardrobe choices comes with pitfalls too numerous to mention for men, as anyone keeping a sartorial eye on stars from Jonathan Ross to Johnny Depp can attest. But excessive, misguided efforts to tinker with your dress sense are not the same as excessive, misguided efforts to tinker with your national identity. And herein lies the reason why, as a native Scot, I've never been entirely comfortable with the kilt. The bickering over the garments origins are picayune enough to stimulate the most pedantic of Jacobites. But it does appear true that we are currently party to the 300 th anniversary of the kilt as we know it. It's been present on catwalks and red carpets over the years – Vivienne Westwood and Jean Paul Gaultier famously toyed with its traditional tartan formality – and recently Scottish actors Alan Cumming and David Tennant have appeared resplendent in Bonny Brigadoon attire. The latter has worn a colourful array of kilts this year, in the promotion of his Traitors US series (set in a splendid baronial castle). King Charles is no stranger to the kilt, wearing one regularly on visits to Scotland, and most recently, we saw Viscount Garnock marry Lady Violet Manners in the aristocratic wedding of the year, clad in a kilt. Many of his relatives followed suit. And while Scotland may have invented penicillin, television, modern economics and, er, The Proclaimers, there is a depressing inevitability in the fact that the kilt was rendered into its current form in 1725 by, wait, yes, you're ahead of me, an Englishman. Thomas Rawlinson was an industrialist who ventured north to manage an ironworks in Invergarry. His workforce were dressed in the brochan; a full-length garment whose upper half could either be worn as a cloak, pulled up over the head or draped around one shoulder. Noticing that stumbling around blast furnaces with, essentially, a picnic blanket wrapped around them was impeding their labours, Rawlinson offered his men a streamlined version; with just the lower half remaining, modified by pleating the material. The romanticised, theatrical and somewhat rickety cult of the kilt began here. Three centuries later and I am one of many Scots who, sotto voce, have concerns about donning the full Brigadoon apparel. It all feels a bit kitsch; closer to Scottie dogs and shortbread than the Selkirk Grace and the Battle of Stirling Bridge. Not only that, but it always seems to be the man with the most tenuous link to Scottish ancestry who is the keenest to wear a kilt to a wedding. Indeed, the last bloke I spoke to who had a kilt and sporran affixed to his frame was a police officer with the Met whose accent was pure Kent, not Caledonian. To bring some order to the rather untidy weft and the warp of my feelings, I sought out a kilt agony aunt; and was lucky enough to find two in the forms of Leah Robertson, from Selkirk based Lochcarron (kilt makers since 1892 and one of the world's leading manufacturers of tartan) and Jo Kinloch Anderson, whose eponymous family firm have been making kilts in Edinburgh since 1868 and are holders of a Royal Warrant of Appointment as tailors and kiltmakers, Jo doesn't go quite as far as calling me a snob with my tentative take on tartan, but she does think I need to reassess my obloquy. 'You are being a wee bit under-patriotic, Rob,' Jo rebukes. 'Wearing a kilt isn't just about proving your bloodline; it's about celebrating heritage, connection, and pride in something that resonates with you personally. If you love kilts, wear one proudly. It's not about pretending to be anything you're not. It's about honouring something you genuinely appreciate.' Well, that's me told. But my concomitant kilt concern stems from a lack of knowledge about how to wear one properly that wouldn't get me laughed out of a bagpipers convention. Not only that, but I'm entirely oblivious to any modernisation. I know Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren adored kilts; but what worked on the Kings Road in 1976 may seem a little de trop in Kirkcaldy in 2025. How men can make a kilt look modern Leah from Lochcarron is sympathetic. 'I think it can be a bit overwhelming for some people to feel that they need to go all out, and may feel a bit ostentatious to them when it really doesn't need to. For sure the most common mistake is wearing the kilt too long. The kilt edge should sit to the middle of the kneecap.' Leah adds that, in recent years, she's seen customers going for a muted, weathered version of the tartan with a simple Crail jacket, then wearing this with low-key accessories or even a shirt and a sweater with a boot depending on the occasion. 'And why not wear the kilt with trainers and a sweater or a denim jacket for a really casual and everyday look?' she enquires. I'd never thought of the kilt as being an evolving outfit. But Leah is right; why should the kilt wearer be entirely in thrall to the long shadow of tradition? Scots are a notably adaptable people and Jo at Kinloch Anderson is vehement in her assertions as to how the modern-minded kilt wearer should tailor his look: 'You don't need to go full Brigadoon to enjoy wearing a kilt, in fact that look is slightly more outdated these days. Modern tartans with muted tones (think greys, navy, olive) are popular for casual looks, and can be easier to style with neutral tops. Or go for a hunting variant of a clan tartan which traditionally contains deep earthy tones, originally created to blend with the Scottish landscape whilst out hunting.' For the top half of the body Jo recommends a well-fitted knit or roll-neck in the cooler months. 'Or, for something slightly smarter, a brushed cotton shirt with the sleeves rolled up and a leather belt gives a great balance of heritage and ease,' she concludes. For footwear, Leah suggests that the modern kilt wearer should choose simple shoes or boots. 'This will maintain a relaxed appearance,' she insists. 'But, for a slightly dressier look finish your outfit with a pair of brogue shoes.' By this point I'm starting to blush with a hue that wouldn't disgrace a red grouse. I've let my premonitory fears get in the way of countless weddings and parties where, rather than sneering at Home Counties kilt wearers, I could have simply donned my own, joined in and (possibly) been a tartan clad libertine amid the reception vol au vents. To sporran or not to sporran? But there is one last question which I need Jo and Leah to put to rest. Is there room in the modern kilt wardrobe for the sporran? 'Our opinion is don't ditch the sporran! It is an integral part of Scottish national dress and completes the look,' confirms Jo. 'Without the sporran, a kilt outfit looks unfinished. Opt for a muted day sporran which are all leather. These can tone with the shoes or boots being worn and look absolutely amazing with muted tonal kilt. And, of course, the sporran is the perfect size for your phone and wallet!' I'm reminded of the old joke which asks why Scottish men keep their money in their sporran; the answer being that if they're going to get robbed then they might as well enjoy it. It's a line as old as William Wallace's chain-mail and should probably be slung out alongside my old Greenock Morton football programmes. And my snobbery about kilts. As Leah insists to me, 'as long as it's worn well and with confidence, there is nothing better. A kilt is for anyone who respects the craftsmanship and then wears it with purpose.'
Wales Online
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
David Tennant's Around the World in 80 Days hailed as 'action-filled, fast-moving delight'
David Tennant's Around the World in 80 Days hailed as 'action-filled, fast-moving delight' The latest adaptation of Jules Verne's 1872 novel has been a huge hit with fans of historical period dramas and is available to stream on BBC iPlayer now David Tennant in Around the World in 80 Days (Image: BBC / Slim 80 Days ) There have been countless adaptations of Jules Verne's widely loved 1872 novel, Around the World in Eighty Days. With a variety of creators trying to interpret the original material, some versions have triumphed, while others have not quite hit the mark. Thankfully, the most recent interpretation - a 2021 co-production by PBS and BBC - has turned out to be a tremendous success. The series was shot in South Africa, France, and the UK, with additional filming taking place in Romania. The programme first aired on La Une in Belgium in 2021, before making its BBC One debut in the UK on December 26, 2021. Before its premiere, it was announced that the show had been renewed for a second season pre-release. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . However, in October 2024, reports suggested that there were currently no plans to extend the series beyond its first season, reports Surrey Live. David Tennant assumes the character of Phileas Fogg in a grand retelling of Jules Verne's classic, with Ibrahim Koma playing Jean Passepartout and Leonie Benesch portraying Abigail Fix Fortescue. The narrative, while fictional, cleverly incorporates historical personas like Bass Reeves, Adolphe Thiers, and Jane Digby into its plot. The series has received a warm reception, boasting an 81 per cent approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from critics, signalling robust admiration for the modern take on the epic journey in 'Around the World in 80 Days'. Article continues below Critics have weighed in with their thoughts, one lauding: "There's a reason that Jules Verne's novel has been made and re-made over the decades - it's a riveting adventure tale, and this version is no exception." Another showered acclaim, stating: "This new adaptation of Around The World In 80 Days more or less tells new stories that may have more parallels into the 21st century than the 19th. But it's also an action-filled, fast-moving delight." Despite the general positivity, some reviews were critical. A disenchanted reviewer noted: "It's ultimately a middling, entirely unnecessary new take on Verne's classic adventure novel, and its main cast seems aware they're starring in what amounts to an afterschool special." Some viewers praised the adaptation, sharing their thoughts with comments such as: "There is something about this time of year that demands a good, solid adaptation of a literary classic. Right on cue, here is Around the World in 80 Days for the entire family to enjoy." Fans also echoed similar feelings, with one expressing: "Nice cast, good work, I read the book and watched all the previous versions (also the anime). I like how it has changed." Many lavished praise on the 2021 rendition, as another enthusiast noted: "It's about time Jules Verne's famous story got the screen adaptation it deserves. Article continues below "Around the World in 80 Days is a fresh take on the timeless classic with a few tweaks to suit a modern audience. The cast is phenomenal. The writing, directing, cinematography, and production design are all brilliant and bring back memories of a time when TV productions weren't the c**p streaming services spit out nowadays." Yet, certain feedback was more reserved, with one viewer commenting: "A solid enough adaptation of the Verne classic, that does play it rather safe at times. It tries to tackle some important social issues along the way, but it does come across at times as rather forced and half baked."
Edinburgh Reporter
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
At The Royal Highland Show on Saturday
More than 150 animals took part in the parade across the event's Main Ring. The Grand Parade takes place once again on the Sunday of the Show at 2.30pm. Awards were handed out to 15 winners who are leading the way in agricultural innovation. Winners included Graintek UK for their baby portable grain dryer, the smallest mobile dryer in the world and New Holland for their T6 methane power tractor, which offers a more sustainable way of working. David Tennant, Head of Show, said: 'There has been an incredible atmosphere on site today and the Saturday of the Show is always a really special one with The Grand Parade taking place – it's such a spectacle for visitors to experience. It's also been a delight to see lots more families at the Show today enjoying Tractor Ted, Mini Rovers and our Countryside Arena. 'The Sunday of the Show will see our Members Village being opened to the public to showcase a whole host of entertainment, from Edinburgh Military Tattoo artists, magician, Elliott Bibby and live music – it looks set to be a superb Sunday!' Tickets here Royal Highland Show, Grand Parade Royal Highland Show
