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ITV News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Kasabian frontman 'Serge' presented honorary degree from University of Leicester
Watch Serge's speech in full as he is presented with his honorary degree. Kasabian singer, songwriter and record producer, Sergio 'Serge' Pizzorno has receive an honorary degree from the University of Leicester. The 45-year-old co-founder of the Leicestershire indie rock outfit has racked up seven UK number one albums. Serge took to the stage at De Montfort Hall, on Wednesday 16 July, to accept his honorary Doctorate of Music at one of the University's summer graduation ceremonies. Speaking on the stage as he received his degree, Serge said: 'I'd like to give a huge thank you to the university for this incredible honour, and all of you graduating today, nice one, let's have a round of applause for you all.'Here you are gloriously robed, cap on head and brilliant. Also, a shout out to the lecturers, professors and academic wizards who guided you, to the parents and friends and families who sent you beer money thinking it was for text books. 'This is your life, not mine, your path will be beautifully different. Change is growth, it isn't failure, it means you're alive, you're learning, you're paying attention – never be afraid to change your course.'Embrace the scary stuff, because that's where the magic lives.'You are capable of more than you think, you won't find that by staying in your comfort zone. Also, play. Play with ideas, play with failure, play like it matters and sometimes play like it doesn't. The outcomes will arrive, the joy is in the process and that's where the real gold is.'Dedicate. When you find something you love, pursue it with everything you've got. There's no deadline on discovery, embrace that chaos.' Kasabian's accolades puts them on a par with the likes of Blur, Muse, The Prodigy, Paul McCartney, Barbra Streisand, Elton John and Ed Sheeran. Kasabian's members met while attending Leysland High School and Countesthorpe Community College, both in the village of Countesthorpe, south of has been with the band since 1997 with notable highlights including a 2014 Glastonbury headline spot and three appearances at Victoria Park, next to the University campus – one of which was to celebrate Leicester City FC's Premier League title in 2016. In 2010, Serge composed the music for the movie London Boulevard, starring Colin Farrell, Ray Winstone and Keira Knightley. In 2011, he joined forces with friend Noel Fielding to create music for his new E4 sketch show Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy. They formed a project called Loose Tapestries. Together, they also wrote the music for the second series of the show, which aired in 2014. Serge is also listed as an executive producer on the film Walk Like a Panther (2018). In 2019, he released his first solo album, THE Nishan Canagarajah, university president and vice-chancellor, said: 'This homegrown talent has not only delivered his iconic brand of music to vast audiences worldwide but here too in Victoria Park – helping Leicester celebrate huge moments of joy through our local football team and adding to the fantastic vibrancy of our multi-cultural city. "Sergio has undoubtedly helped put the city of Leicester on the map and this accolade today is our way of acknowledging this and our sense of pride in his achievements.'
The Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Future of iconic comedy panel show revealed after 32 series on air
THE fate of a beloved panel show has been revealed following 32 series on air. Iconic comedy game Never Mind The Buzzcocks first launched on BBC Two in 1996. 4 4 4 It combines classic comedy panel show with a pop music theme. Following a six year hiatus, the show relaunched on Sky Max in 2021. The programme has now been renewed for a new series - its fifth since being revived. Greg Davies was selected as presenter when Never Mind The Buzzcocks returned to screen. Joining the Taskmaster star is Noel Fielding, who reprises his team captain role from the original run. Daisy May Cooper leads the other team, while Jamali Maddix is a regular panelist. Mark Lamarr was the original presenter, followed by Simon Amstell and then Rhod Gilbert. For several years, numerous guest hosts took over presenting duties. Some examples include Jonathan Ross, who was the first guest presenter. Meanwhile, Johnny Vegas, was the show's final guest presenter. Chart star confesses she sent love letters to Liam Gallagher It comes as a Noughties pop star looked unrecognisable as she featured on Never Mind The Buzzcocks. More than 20 years had passed since Amy Studt's chart-topping song Misfit. Viewers watched as Amy was part of the line-up game for their noughties special. Taking to TikTok, the star explained why she had decided to take part. Never Mind The Buzzcocks presenters Comedy, music-infused panel game Never Mind The Buzzcocks has seen several presenters since debuting in 1996. These include: Amy shared: "A little while ago I took myself off to film in an episode of Never Mind The Buzzcocks in their line up game for their 00's special. After a little considering, I decided that having professional comedians take the p**s out of me on telly sounded like a LOT of fun and I was gonna do everything I could to win the game of not laughing.' 'If you don't know the game, the line ups are tested to stay emotionless whilst the comedians do everything they can to make you laugh.' Never Mind The Buzzcocks airs on Sky Max. 4
The Irish Sun
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Huge pop star signs up for Celebrity Bake Off alongside Molly Mae and JoJo Siwa after being inspired by his son
RAG 'N' Bone Man has signed up to Celebrity Bake Off, The Sun can reveal. The singer, 40 - real name Rory Graham - joins influencer 4 Rag 'N' Bone man has signed up to Celebrity Bake Off Credit: Per Ole Hagen/Redferns 4 The singer will join presenters Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding, and judges Caroline Waldegrave and Paul Hollywood in the famous tent Credit: Mark Bourdillon He previously said it was the only reality show that he would consider taking part in. During an interview with He said back in 2021: "My son enjoys cakes, like a lot of three-year-olds do. "So we got into making all sorts of different kinds of cakes, I've kind of become quite good at baking, which is not necessarily a bad thing." READ MORE ON RAG 'N' BONE MAN Asked if Celebrity Bake Off could be on the cards, he said: "If they want me, I'll be there. "I don't really like the idea of reality shows, but I reckon I'd give Bake Off a go. If Big Narstie can do, I can do it." A source told The Sun: "He's really excited about getting in the tent - he can't wait for his son to see him baking on TV! "He's watched the show - now he's ready to impress the judges". Most read in Reality His signing for Bake Off follows our exclusive story that Molly-Mae will swap the high stakes world of fashion for the heat in the kitchen. The Maebe founder has been placed firmly in the spotlight since her break-up last year with Tommy Fury . First look at new Bake Off judge as Prue Leith is replaced in tent for brand new celebrity series Another reality TV star, The celebrity version of Bake Off, whose participants have yet to be confirmed by C4, is being made just before filming of the "civilian" version. The show begins filming this summer with Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond returning to host as well as Paul Hollywood coming back to give the celebs some serious scrutiny in the Channel 4 star Prue Leith has stepped back from all GBBO specials, with cooking expert, and pal, Caroline Waldegrave filling her shoes. Last year, The Sun revealed how Prue had made the decision to step back from the Great British Bake Off specials and focus on the regular series. Channel 4 declined to comment and have yet to confirm any of the celebrities for the show. 4 Molly-Mae Hague is set to be on the Great British Bake Off Credit: @mollymae9879/YouTube 4 Babatunde Aleshe has also signed up Credit: Getty
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Noel Fielding's partner Lliana Bird shares gushing tribute to the comedian on his 52nd birthday after he sparked health worries by quitting TV series
Noel Fielding 's partner Lliana Bird shared a heartfelt tribute to him to mark his 52nd birthday on Wednesday. Lliana took to Instagram to share a gallery of photographs of the comedian, 52, as she gushed over their 15 years together. She included sweet photographs of her and Noel sharing a kiss and cuddling up to one another, as well as solo shots of him out-and-about in nature. Lliana also posted a photograph of Noel holding a wooden moon sculpture as well as other playful shots of him as she marked his birthday. In a caption, she praised the Great British Bake Off host for being a doting father to their two daughters Dali, seven, and Iggy, four. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. She penned: 'My beautiful moonchild. 52 trips around the sun with your magical heart of gold. The kindness sweetest soul I know. 'It's been the silliest, funniest, craziest, best dream to be your best friend for 21 years and your life partner for 15. 'Raising our girls together and watching you continue to spread magic and light to the world is the greatest joy. Love you x happy happy happy birthday.' Noel replied in the comments section: '[Love] u.' His birthday celebrations come after Noel sparked concern when he quit the second season of his AppleTV's show The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin. His publicists confirmed he would not be returning to film the show after the Christmas break due to an unknown 'health reason', with the series being scrapped. After a successful first series, which he co-wrote and starred in, filming for a second series took place at the end of last year. But when filming was set to resume after the Christmas holidays, cast and crew were told it had been axed three-quarters of the way into the shoot. In a caption, she praised the Great British Bake Off host for being a doting father to their two daughters Dali, seven, and Iggy, four. Upon returning to film in January, cast and crew members were told the production was being axed due to 'the illness of a key cast member'. A TV insider told The Sun at the time: 'Axing a show halfway through production is virtually unheard of - plus there's a mystery over just what has happened. It's left bosses of other shows he is on feeling extremely nervous.' Over the Christmas break, Noel was believed to have flown out to his rural villa, near Nice, to spend the festive period with his partner and their two young daughters. MailOnline contacted representatives for Noel Fielding and Apple TV+ for comment at the time. Since, it has claimed that Noel will still be returning to screens for the next season of The Great British Bake Off. His management allegedly told The Mirror that he is on track to return to the beloved Channel 4 programme when it starts filming next month. A spokeswoman told the publication: 'We had never claimed that Noel would not present Bake Off. He will indeed be part of the team.' Two weeks ago, Noel also made a rare public appearance at a Kasabian gig in London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire. He appeared to be in fine spirits as he gatecrashed the stage amid the joint BRITs Week 25 gig with indie rock band Blossoms in aid of War Child. In a clip shared to X, the Great British Bake Off star could be seen greeting Kasabian lead singer Serge Pizzorno before taking the mic. Noel then gave a shout out to the cheering crowd gathered at the venue, before remarking: 'It's all kicking off backstage. Me and Prue just did Jägerbombs, Prue Leith.' The excited TV personality, dressed in a colourful jumper and is signature skintight jeans, then planted a kiss on Sege's head before returning the mic and walking off.
