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Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Music legend, 84, admits 'I might be dead next year' ahead of new tour
84-year-old Sir Cliff Richard has admitted that his upcoming tour could be his last, amid fears that he could be 'dead' by next year. The legendary crooner and controversial gravy-maker is set to embark upon a series of live shows in Australia and New Zealand. The octogenarian rock n' roll star has been a fixture of the music industry for almost 70 years, having rose to fame with the hit single Move It in 1958. He went on to release such hits as Living Doll (1960), We Don't Talk Anymore (1979) and Summer Holiday (1963), from his musical film of the same name. His global Can't Stop Me Now tour will get underway in Cardiff on November 30, before touring venues in Australia and New Zealand. However, Cliff, who turns 85 in October, has admitted that this could turn out to be his 'farewell tour,' should the worst come to pass. During an interview with the New Zealand radio station Coast, Sir Cliff – who was knighted in 1995 – admitted that he doesn't think too far into the future. After all, he might be 'dead next year.' 'The thing I would have to give up probably at some time is touring. It's very wearing, and you never know when you wake up in the morning whether your voice is still there,' he shared. Pressed on whether this would be his final ever tour, Sir Cliff said: 'I might be dead the next year!' 'So I don't even think about it anymore. It's one of those things. As I get older maybe I'll become less able to perform, so I can't say'. Elsewhere in the interview, he admitted that he wouldn't be breaking out his old dance moves. 'I don't want to be an 85-year-old guy trying to be 18,' the Mistletoe and Wine singer told hosts Toni, Jase and Sam. He may have once been credited as Britain's answer to Elvis Presley, but these days, Sir Cliff is best known for his colourful picture calendars, released every year to the delight of grandmas and ironic fans everywhere. The 2024 edition saw Sir Cliff posing aboard a luxurious cruise ship, showing off his collection of sunglasses and colourful shirts. Of the calendar, Sir Cliff said: 'I have grown to love cruising, it allows me to relax and regroup, sometimes prep for new projects, and above all, to socialise with friends who join me on ship. 'This calendar was fun to produce and allowed me to be creative in terms of where and how to take the images. 'I am pleased with the result, it's not me on stage or in a studio, and I hope you enjoy it too!' The release of Sir Cliff's cruising calendar came in the wake of his 'fat shaming' controversy which ensued during an ill-fated appearance on This Morning. Explaining his regret at not meeting Elvis, Sir Cliff told Alison Hammond: I had one chance, through a journalist when I was promoting Devil Woman in the States. More Trending 'At the end of the interview though, I said, 'Can we put it off?' because he'd put on a lot of weight, and I thought, if I'm having a photograph taken with him and it's going to be hanging on my refrigerator, it's got to look good.' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video 'You should never have put it off, just because they're a little bit heavier,' Alison joked back. He went on: 'If you're a fan of somebody's, if you get the chance to meet them, meet them, even if they've put on weight!' Alison retorted: 'Is that why you don't want me over at your house?' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Robbie Williams releasing the album he actually wanted to after quitting Take That MORE: Astronomer launches investigation into Andy Byron and Coldplay kiss cam drama MORE: Chris Martin mortified after exposing couple's 'affair' during concert
News18
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Charlie Puth Dragged By Ex Bella Thorne: ‘He Turned The Internet Against Me'
The drama started when a fan page posted a quote from former Little Mix singer Jade Thirlwall, where she said she would never collaborate with Charlie Puth. Charlie Puth's personal life has always found its way to the headlines. From risque PDA to accusing his girlfriend of cheating and calling out his lover's ex, Charlie's love life has always managed to catch the attention. The controversies seemed to cool down after the We Don't Talk Anymore singer tied the knot in 2022 with Brooke Sansone, his childhood best friend. However, actor Bella Thorne, one of Charlie's exes, reignited the messy drama after revealing her shocking experience with the singer. The drama started when a fan page posted a quote from former Little Mix singer Jade Thirlwall, where she said she would never collaborate with Charlie Puth. Hours later, Bella Thorne took to the comment section and opened up about her experience with the Marvin Gaye singer. Bella wrote, 'Yeah, I mean…he lied to the entire world about me and started a hate train. All because I wouldn't…do the deed with him." Bella called out Charlie for turning the internet against her in 2016 and accusing her of still being with his then-ex-Tyler Posey. In a now-deleted post Charlie had written, 'I can't believe what I'm reading. No one should have their heart messed with like this, and I'm not going to be in the middle of it." Charlie and Bella were briefly linked in December 2016, which lasted till 2017. The rumours of the pair dating started when the two were spotted at Jingle Ball in Miami, where they were photographed kissing each other. However, they never officially confirmed a relationship. They were allegedly dated for months until Charlie took to Twitter and started posting a series of angry tweets. Although he did not use Bella's name, he apologised to Posey and wrote, 'I don't know Tyler personally, but I know he shouldn't be treated this way. She told me she was not with him anymore. This is all news to me." Months later, Bella revealed her side of the story on The Jenny McCarthy Show and shared that she was heartbroken after the split with Posey and that was when Charlie came into the picture. According to the actor, they only hung out a few times—movies, dinners, and concerts—and she genuinely thought Charlie was super talented and respected him. Bella also revealed that Charlie saw an old article and jumped to the conclusion that Bella was dating two guys at the same time. Instead of asking for clarification from the actor, Charlie went on to post about it. To which Bella had replied, 'Charlie and I aren't dating. We are friends. He saw an old article and got butthurt and didn't ask me; he just posted it." In the present, Bella is engaged to film producer Mark Emms, while Charlie is happily married to long-time family friend Brooke Sansone. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Charlie Puth started a hate train because I refused to sleep with him': Bella Thorne opens up about her short-lived romance with the singer
Singer Charlie Puth has always had a dating history that somehow lands in the headlines. But all that seemed to cool down when he married Brooke Sansone, a longtime family friend he started dating in 2022. That was until one of his exes just reignited the messy drama. Actor Bella Thorne is now claiming that the We Don't Talk Anymore singer turned on her after she refused to sleep with him, and then 'lied to the entire world' about her. Bella and Puth had a short-lived thing before it blew up, with Puth accusing her of cheating. And now fans think Jade Thirlwall's shady comment about never collaborating with Puth again makes a lot more sense. It all started when a fan page posted a quote from singer Jade Thirlwall (ex-Little Mix) saying she'd 'never collaborate' with Charlie. Hours later, Thorne took to the comment section and wrote, 'Yeah I mean .. he lied to the entire world about me and started a hate train. All because I wouldn't … do the deed with him.' The Midnight Sun star called out the singer for turning the internet against her back in 2016, accusing her of still being with ex Tyler Posey while pursuing him. In a now-deleted tweet, Puth had written, 'I can't believe what I'm reading. No one should have their heart messed with like this, and I'm not going to be in the middle of it.' Also read: 'Desperate' Brad Pitt sees glimmer of hope as one kid keeps his last name; begs for 'one final shot' amid Angelina Jolie feud Bella and Charlie were briefly linked in December 2016 and lasted till 2017. They were seen together at Jingle Ball in Miami, where he serenaded her onstage. Later, the photographers even caught them kissing. But they never officially confirmed a relationship. The relationship lasted for months, and one day, Charlie posted a bunch of angry tweets accusing the Teen Wolf actor of not breaking up with her ex before seeing him. He didn't use her name directly, but apologised to Posey and wrote stuff like: 'I don't know Tyler personally, but I know he shouldn't be treated this way,' he wrote. 'She told me she was not with him anymore. This is all news to me.' Also read: Charlie Puth, Brooke Sansone tie the knot in Montecito after year-long engagement Moments later, Throne clapped back, saying she and Posey had already broken up weeks earlier and that she wasn't dating Charlie either. The actor went on to claim that the singer likely saw an old interview about her and Posey, got emotional, and instead of texting her like a normal person, he decided to post it online. 'Charlie and I AREN'T DATING. We are friends. He saw an old article and got butthurt and didn't ask me, just posted it.' Then in 2017, Thorne opened up about her side of the story on The Jenny McCarthy Show. She said she was left heartbroken and wrecked after her split with Posey, and that's when Puth slid into the picture and her DM. According to her, they only caught up a few times, movies, dinners, and she genuinely thought he was super talented. She respected him. Then came the Jingle Ball invite, and that's how the photos hit the internet. But after that, it all went south. Charlie saw an old article, didn't bother checking the date, and jumped to conclusions, assuming she was two-timing. Thorne is now engaged to film producer Mark Emms, while Charlie is married to his longtime friend Brooke Sansone.
7NEWS
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
From Shepparton to superstardom: Sophie Giuliani on touring with Charlie Puth and BLACKPINK's Jennie
Before she was on stage with Charlie Puth, or sending reverb-soaked riffs into sold-out arenas with BLACKPINK's Jennie, Sophie Giuliani was behind the counter at Bakers Delight in Shepparton, dusting flour off her jeans and saving for studio gear. Now based in Los Angeles, the 25-year-old is entirely self-managed — no label, no agent — yet she's playing guitar for two of the biggest names in global pop. 'No matter the size of the show, I focus on the details and give it everything I've got,' she told 'Being a great player is important, but being a good person is what really keeps you around.' Playing with Charlie Puth: A masterclass in musicality Few artists today blend technical brilliance with commercial impact like Charlie Puth. With over 23 billion global streams, four Grammy nominations, and hits like Attention, We Don't Talk Anymore, and See You Again (which has racked up more than 6 billion YouTube views), he's not just a pop star — he's a sonic architect. 'He's one of the most musical and naturally creative individuals I've had the privilege to work with,' Giuliani said. 'Whether it's a rhythm in a conversation or a random noise in the background, he hears music where most people wouldn't even think to listen.' One show that stopped her in her tracks was Rock in Rio — one of the world's largest music festivals, with crowds of up to 100,000. 'It was a bucket-list festival and my first performance with Charlie,' she said. 'We finished the set with See You Again. I played the melody while he sang the final chorus… It was really beyond anything I could have dreamed. My family joined the livestream. It made everything feel worth it.' She also remembers moments of quiet magic on stage. 'Charlie would sit at the grand piano and play two or three songs solo. Even in the biggest stadiums, he made it feel intimate. We'd look at each other in awe. It reminded you, 'Yeah, this is special'.' With BLACKPINK's Jennie: Sound design meets stagecraft Jennie is no ordinary pop act. As one quarter of BLACKPINK — the most-followed girl group on Spotify and the first K-pop girl group to headline Coachella — she's a force of nature. Her debut solo single SOLO has earned over 900 million YouTube views, while 2023's You & Me debuted at #1 on the Billboard Global 200. She also starred in HBO's The Idol alongside The Weeknd. 'Jennie's shows are a true work of art,' Giuliani said. 'From the music and choreography to visuals and styling, every element is carefully crafted.' Giuliani's role in Jennie's world was less about taking centre stage and more about shaping its edges. 'For Jennie's set, a lot of my role felt centred around sound design,' she said. 'I was given reference samples that weren't originally played on my instrument… it was about supporting the sonic narrative. 'It wasn't about showing what I could do. It was about serving the overall sound and story.' From home recordings to headlining tours Growing up in regional Victoria with no live music scene in sight, Giuliani turned to the internet and her own instincts. 'I built a little home studio and taught myself the basics,' she said. 'I was working part-time at Bakers Delight, saving every dollar to buy gear; mics, interfaces, whatever I could afford.' She moved to Melbourne in Year 12 to study music full-time, then earned a place at LA's Musicians Institute. The pandemic delayed her move, but she landed in LA in 2021 — and her career kicked off fast. 'I was already getting offered work while studying, but I couldn't legally take it until I had my visa. Once I graduated, everything snowballed.' Her first major gig was a tour with Alexander 23, co-producer of Good 4 U by Olivia Rodrigo. It gave her a crash course in the realities of the industry. 'I'm fully independent — self-represented and hands-on with everything,' she said. 'No middlemen, no managers — just me.' 'One of the biggest lessons I've learned is how important it is to retain a lot of music quickly. Being a great player is only half the job. Contributing positive energy and being someone people enjoy working with is just as important.' While she can't reveal the name just yet, Giuliani is already gearing up for another major international tour — this time with an artist she's worked with before.
The Guardian
27-04-2025
- Politics
- The Guardian
Ruffling feathers on the allotment
Adrian Chiles has my sympathy when it comes to pigeons (I loathe pigeons. You wouldn't believe what they do to my downpipe, 23 April). They are everywhere. I have had an allotment for more than 40 years. At first, the pigeons came for a few brassicas – so we netted them. Then they came for the swedes, lettuce, kale and broccoli – so we netted them. Then they came for the peas and beans – so we netted them. Now they are going for the currants and berries. I'm thinking of turning the allotment into a bowling green and buying shares in a company that makes netting. Barry Norman Drighlington, Leeds According to Simon Tisdall, tyrants like Donald Trump always fall (Opinion, 27 April). But there are plenty of dictators – the nastiest being Vladimir Putin – whose continuing reigns suggest Tisdall's confidence is CornerSouth Fremantle, Perth, Australia Polly Llwynfedwen from Brecon shouldn't have let on about the prices of pints and coffees in her locality (Letters, 25 April). We will all be trying to move there now that the secret is SandersAnnandale, NSW, Australia Whenever I pick up the phone to call a customer service number (Letters, 23 April), I can already hear the earworm for Cliff Richard's We Don't Talk Anymore establish McNelisSmethwick, West Midlands Might I suggest 'Take me to your leader' for Andrew Dailey's response to 'How can I digitally help you' (Letters, 23 April)?Colin Prower Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Have an opinion on anything you've read in the Guardian today? Please email us your letter and it will be considered for publication in our letters section.
