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Wales Online
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Andrea Bocelli's son Matteo will sing at Jeff Bezos' star studded wedding
Andrea Bocelli's son Matteo will sing at Jeff Bezos' star studded wedding A source told PEOPLE magazine that Matteo will be at the star-studded event to perform on the day. (Image: Bloomberg, Bloomberg via Getty Images ) Andrea Bocelli's son Matteo will perform at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding. The 27-year-old star has followed his iconic tenor father's footsteps and launched his own career as a singer, and he'll be entertaining guests at the Amazon founder's marriage ceremony in Venice, Italy. A source told PEOPLE magazine that Matteo will be at the star-studded event to perform on the day. Meanwhile, Matteo will be releasing his new album Falling In Love on September 12, and hitting the road for a world tour later this year. Bezos and Sanchez's three-day nuptials are set to be attended by A-listers including reality star Kim Kardashian, talk show host Gayle King and Microsoft boss Bill Gates. The wedding was reportedly forced to move locations within Venice after protestors threatened to prevent guests from arriving by blocking the Italian city's canals with inflatable crocodiles. Article continues below Instead, the bash has been switched to a more secure location after various groups joined forces under the 'No Space for Bezos' banner to protest against the lavish ceremony that they claim epitomises how Venice has lost its soul to tourism. Protestor Tommaso Cacciari is quoted by The Times newspaper as saying: "Bezos is on the run – this is a crazy victory for a small group of people with no money who went up against one of the richest men on the planet." Matteo's performance at the nuptials comes after his famous dad Andrea previously sang at Kim and Kourtney Kardashian's respective weddings to Kanye West and Travis Barker. He previously admitted he got "big satisfaction" from being asked to be part of such special days for everyone involved. He told US TV show Extra: "If they choose your voice for their wedding, it's a beautiful thing. I think it's a big satisfaction for me." After the siblings rowed over their decision to have similar singers for their big days, Andrea himself quipped that he was "flattered" to be so "loved" by the sisters as he gave his son a shoutout. Article continues below In a post on Instagram, he wrote: "Dear @kimkardashian and @kourtneykardash. I'm so flattered that you both love my voice and I'll always be happy to sing for you. "But know that there's a younger and far more helpful artist @matteobocelli who your mother @krisjenner also knows very well."
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Andrea Bocelli's son Matteo will sing at Jeff Bezos' star studded wedding
Andrea Bocelli's son Matteo will perform at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding. The 27-year-old star has followed his iconic tenor father's footsteps and launched his own career as a singer, and he'll be entertaining guests at the Amazon founder's marriage ceremony in Venice, Italy. A source told PEOPLE magazine that Matteo will be at the star-studded event to perform on the day. Meanwhile, Matteo will be releasing his new album Falling In Love on September 12, and hitting the road for a world tour later this year. Bezos and Sanchez's three-day nuptials are set to be attended by A-listers including reality star Kim Kardashian, talk show host Gayle King and Microsoft boss Bill Gates. The wedding was reportedly forced to move locations within Venice after protestors threatened to prevent guests from arriving by blocking the Italian city's canals with inflatable crocodiles. Instead, the bash has been switched to a more secure location after various groups joined forces under the 'No Space for Bezos' banner to protest against the lavish ceremony that they claim epitomises how Venice has lost its soul to tourism. Protestor Tommaso Cacciari is quoted by The Times newspaper as saying: "Bezos is on the run – this is a crazy victory for a small group of people with no money who went up against one of the richest men on the planet." Matteo's performance at the nuptials comes after his famous dad Andrea previously sang at Kim and Kourtney Kardashian's respective weddings to Kanye West and Travis Barker. He previously admitted he got "big satisfaction" from being asked to be part of such special days for everyone involved. He told US TV show Extra: "If they choose your voice for their wedding, it's a beautiful thing. I think it's a big satisfaction for me." After the siblings rowed over their decision to have similar singers for their big days, Andrea himself quipped that he was "flattered" to be so "loved" by the sisters as he gave his son a shoutout. In a post on Instagram, he wrote: "Dear @kimkardashian and @kourtneykardash. I'm so flattered that you both love my voice and I'll always be happy to sing for you. "But know that there's a younger and far more helpful artist @matteobocelli who your mother @krisjenner also knows very well."
Edinburgh Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Benidorm heartthrob Jake Canuso looks unrecognisable now post 'miserable' split
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Nearly two decades after his debut on one of Britain's most cherished sitcoms, Jake Canuso now appears quite different from his days as Benidorm's bartender Matteo Castellanos. The actor became a familiar face in the sun-drenched comedy when it premiered in 2007, only to be abruptly cancelled in 2018. Jake began his career in entertainment as a professional dancer, collaborating with the likes of Elton John and the Spice Girls before transitioning to acting. Now, at 55, seven years after first appearing on screens, he's sporting his natural grey hair and stubble—a far cry from his days as the clean-shaven Matteo, known for his jet-black slicked-back hair. Jake, a Swiss-British actor, was the longest-serving cast member, featuring throughout the comedy's entire run. READ MORE - UK Foreign Office issues travel warning to tourists going to Spain, Turkey and Greece READ MORE - Edinburgh Princes Street locked down by police as forensic tent and cordon erected After the show ended, he ventured into pantomime, and in 2022, he played Abanazar in Aladdin, performed at the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre. Jake also joined several other cast members in creator Derren Litten's Benidorm Live stage show, which toured the UK from September 2018 until April 2019 for 250 performances. (Image: Getty Images) Following his stint with Benidorm, Jake once again teamed up with Derren on his BBC One sitcom Scarborough, taking on the role of Tony Peroni in the 2019 series. However, it has since emerged that the pair were secretly married, reports the Mirror. And following their split in 2023, a rumoured Benidorm reboot is now reportedly off the table due to their relationship breakdown. Derren explained on X last year: "I don't really talk about my personal life here but the reason I've been a bit scarce on the socials is for the last 18 months I've been going through a pretty miserable divorce. So I'm obviously poor now. And you thought we couldn't have more in common then we already do? !". A source revealed to The Sun: "Matteo is Benidorm, he's the character that everyone wants to see. He's been part of the Solana since the beginning so for him not to feature in any future reboot, well it just would not be the same without him. Jake created one of the show's most loved characters in Matteo but with everything that's happened between him and Derren, it's not looking good." Another informed source commented: "Conversations have been had. The only way Jake will return is if ITV make him a huge offer, one that he could not possibly turn down. But obviously Derren is making negotiations difficult. He is the writer and creator and believes that he should make all the decisions - the fans would want to see Matteo, which ITV get. It's all become one big headache." Meanwhile, Jake's spokesperson confirmed to The Sun that they didn't know anything about a potential Benidorm comeback. Nonetheless, Jake hasn't completely said farewell to Mateo — he's been keeping the character alive by offering personalised video shout-outs as Mateo on the platform Memmo. For a fee starting at £56, the star offers bespoke videos, typically delivered within 24 hours, under the guise of "Mateo from Benidorm at your services". He also maintains an active presence on Instagram, where he shares updates, including gym selfies, with his 50,000-strong following. One recent post, in which he debuted his grey hair and stubble, was accompanied by a contemplative message. He penned: "I started to imagine my life like a new book with empty pages. Waiting to be written by myself. But it takes courage to open that new book, see the first page empty, take a pen in your hand and fearlessly let the pen write the first few words." He continued, "But before you know the page fills up and you turn to the next page not knowing what you will find but you know it is your book and your pen. It is your life, that you will write." In another update, he shared a photo of himself getting ready for a costume fitting, donning a stylish silk shirt. Fans were quick to compliment him, with one commenting: "Just gorgeous" and another adding: "very handsome".
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Benidorm heartthrob looks unrecognisable after 'miserable' divorce
Rumoured plans for a Benidorm reboot have been reportedly put on hold following a relationship breakdown between creator Derren Litten and longest-running star Jake Canuso, who now looks very different from his character Almost 20 years on from his debut on one of Britain's most-loved sitcoms, Jake Canuso now looks very different from his days as Benidorm 's barman Matteo Castellanos. The star became a household name in the sun-soaked comedy when it launched on screens in 2007 before being brutally axed in 2018. Jake started out in showbiz as a professional dancer, working with the likes of Elton John and the Spice Girls before turning his hand to acting. Now, aged 55, seven years after appearing on screens, he's embracing his natural grey locks and stubble—worlds away from his days as clean-shaven Matteo, known for his jet-black slick-backed hair. Jake, a Swiss-British actor, was the longest-running cast member, starring for the comedy's entire run. Following the collapse of the show, he tried out pantomime, and in 2022, he appeared as Abanazar in Aladdin, which was staged at the Rhyl Pavilion Theatre. Jake also joined several other cast members in creator Derren Litten 's Benidorm Live stage show, which toured the UK from September 2018 until April 2019 for 250 shows. After the end of his run with Benidorm, Jake collaborated once more with Derren on his BBC One sitcom Scarborough, playing the role of Tony Peroni in the 2019 series. However it has since transpired that the pair were secretly married. And since their separation in 2023, an alleged Benidorm reboot is now reportedly off the cards after their relationship breakdown. Derren said on X last year: "I don't really talk about my personal life here but the reason I've been a bit scarce on the socials is for the last 18 months I've been going through a pretty miserable divorce. So I'm obviously poor now. And you thought we couldn't have more in common then we already do?!" A source told The Sun: "Matteo is Benidorm, he's the character that everyone wants to see. He's been part of the Solana since the beginning so for him not to feature in any future reboot, well it just would not be the same without him. Jake created one of the show's most loved characters in Matteo but with everything that's happened between him and Derren, it's not looking good.' Another insider said: "Conversations have been had. The only way Jake will return is if ITV make him a huge offer, one that he could not possibly turn down. But obviously Derren is making negotiations difficult. He is the writer and creator and believes that he should make all the decisions - the fans would want to see Matteo, which ITV get. It's all become one big headache." A spokesperson for Jake told The Sun they were unaware of any planned return for Benidorm. But he hasn't entirely waved goodbye to his alter-ego, as Jake has been offering paid personalised messages as Mateo via the video service Memmo. Promising 'Mateo from Benidorm at your services' on the platform, the star's videos start at £56 and are typically delivered within 24 hours. He also keeps his fans up to date on his Instagram account, sharing photos of gym selfies. In one image, where he showcased his grey hair and stubble for the first time, he left his 50k followers a cryptic message. He wrote: "I started to imagine my life like a new book with empty pages. Waiting to be written by myself. But it takes courage to open that new book, see the first page empty, take a pen in your hand and fearlessly let the pen write the first few words. "But before you know the page fills up and you turn to the next page not knowing what you will find but you know it is your book and your pen. It is your life, that you will write." In another post, he shared an image of him getting dressed in a silk shirt for a costume fitting. One fan replied : "Just gorgeous" while another wrote: "very handsome".
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Plans to bring back ITV Benidorm 'in crisis' after creator Derren Litten's 'miserable' divorce from show star
ITV Benidorm fans were delighted about the rumoured return but Derren Little's divorce from show legend Jake Caruso has reportedly caused issues. Benidorm's return to screens has a spanner in the works due to a 'miserable' divorce between the show's creator and one of its biggest stars, according to reports. Fans were over the moon with the news that talks were ongoing to bring the iconic ITV show back. But there's reportedly been a huge blow to the plan, after producer Derren Litten's 'miserable' divorce from Benidorm star Jake Caruso, who played fan favourite lothario, Matteo Castellanos. The pair split in 2023 and tensions are said to be high between the former couple. They had lived together in the Spanish resort town, where they even opened a bar called Matteo's which would have guest appearances by Jake. Benidorm aired for ten series from 2007 until 2018 and featured stars including Johnny Vegas, Tim Healy, Steve Pemberton, Siobhan Finneran and Madge actress Sheila Reid. They all left before the end of the series, meaning the likes of Jake were vital to get the revival off the ground. The programme was hugely popular with viewers, focusing on the intertwined lives of staff and guests at the fictional Solano Hotel, reports the Mirror. Derren said on X last year: 'I don't really talk about my personal life here but the reason I've been a bit scarce on the socials is for the last 18 months I've been going through a pretty miserable divorce. So I'm obviously poor now. And you thought we couldn't have more in common then we already do?!' A source told The Sun: 'Matteo is Benidorm, he's the character that everyone wants to see. He's been part of the Solana since the beginning so for him not to feature in any future reboot, well it just would not be the same without him. Jake created one of the show's most loved characters in Matteo but with everything that's happened between him and Derren, it's not looking good.' A spokesperson for Jake, who played lustful Matteo for the whole run of the show, told the publication they were unaware of any planned return for Benidorm and when former stars Oliver Stokes - Michael Garvey - and Hannah Hobley - Chantelle Garvey - appeared on Loose Women recently, they confirmed it's just "rumours". Hannah kicked the show off saying she had received so much "love and support" over the rumours, adding: "At the moment, they are just rumours." Another insider added: 'Conversations have been had. The only way Jake will return is if ITV make him a huge offer, one that he could not possibly turn down. But obviously Derren is making negotiations difficult. He is the writer and creator and believes that he should make all the decisions - the fans would want to see Matteo, which ITV get. It's all become one big headache.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
