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The Irish Sun
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
BGT star reveals his wife is pregnant with their first baby – over ten years after winning the show
A BRITAIN'S Got Talent legend has revealed his wife is pregnant with their first child. Michael Auger, who is part of the 4 Collabro's Michael Auger is going to be a dad Credit: Instagram/michaelcollabro 4 The couple will soon be first time parents Credit: Instagram/nicoleturner9 The parents-to-be struck a heartwarming pose beside the Eiffel Tower in Paris, with a kneeling Michael kissing Nicole's bare bump. The 35-year-old wrote on Instagram: "In the city of love celebrating our new lil love." The picture was taken on a perfect sunny day and Nicole looked down lovingly at her man. Michael's Collabro co-star Jamie Lambert said: "Lovely lovely lovely." READ MORE ON BGT A follower commented: "This is the most gorgeous news. I'm so incredibly happy for you both!!! Sending you, Nicole and your very precious 'lil love' all my love and huge congratulation." Another fan said: "Wow!! Omg omg omg!! The best news ever. Congratulations. What a gorgeous bambino you guys are gonna make." Collabro - Michael Auger, Jamie Lambert, Matthew Pagan and Thomas J. Redgrave - won BGT back in 2014 and have sold over two million albums. Their rise to stardom suffered a blow in 2016 when former member Richard Hadfield left the group due to Most read in Celebrity The boys continued as a fourpiece and supported Cliff Richard on his Just Fabulous Rock 'n' Roll Tour of the UK in 2017. Two years later, the boys went on a 51-date tour called Road to the Royal Albert Hall and returned to screens in , reaching the semi-final. BGT: The Champions -'Who Wants To Live Forever' Collabro captivate with soulful Queen cover However, in 2022 Collabro announced a farewell tour, leaving fans devastated. At the time, they said: "We are so incredibly grateful to have been allowed to do what we love for eight years, and the fans are to thank for that. "Their constant support and love have meant that we have travelled the world singing, and we can't thank them enough. "We are really excited to travel around the UK in December with a spectacular show, which we feel is the most fitting way to say goodbye.' However, two weeks ago, the boys announced they were returning with a UK cathedral tour. They said: "We're BACK! Over the past few years, we've noticed you guys asking for a UK tour, and we've missed you so much that we've decided to do one! "We will be visiting stunning cathedrals across the UK in February 2026 singing our beautiful harmonies in candlelight!!" Away from Collabro, Michael hosts the Stage Door podcast with Drag Race star Divina Decampo that sees them interview guests from the theatre world. 4 Collabro recently announced a comeback tour Credit: Dan Jones - The Sun 4 The couple are head over heels in love Credit: Instagram/nicoleturner9
Leader Live
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Roger Taylor and Brian May ‘so proud' as they pick up Queen's Polar Music Prize
The King of Sweden presented the award to rock band Queen, US jazz musician Herbie Hancock and Canadian conductor Barbara Hannigan during a gala ceremony held in Stockholm on Tuesday. Founded by Abba publisher, lyricist and manager Stig 'Stikkan' Anderson, the gong celebrates the power and importance of music, and is awarded to individuals, groups or institutions for excellence in the world of music. On receiving the award, Taylor, 75, said: 'When we started our band… we had ambitions, but never dreamed of the journey that was to follow. 'We were fortunate in the fact that our four wildly different personalities came together to achieve a wonderful chemistry. 'The Polar Music Prize is exceptional in the fact that unlike other awards it recognises the entirety of an artiste's career. 'What an honour to be included in the glittering cavalcade of previous laureates. True Olympian company indeed. We are so proud to be the recipients of this incredibly prestigious award.' Sir Brian, 77, added: 'In this special moment, I contemplate how that younger Brian May in 1974 would have felt if he knew that we would be living this kind of dream 50 years in the future.' Hannigan, 54, said she was 'deeply thankful for all the collaborations which have nurtured me', adding: 'I am humbled to be among these Laureates of 'musical royalty', and to share the honours tonight with the legends who are Herbie Hancock and Queen.' Hancock, 85, said: 'What an incredible honour to be with you here tonight, to receive the prestigious Polar Music Prize. I'm deeply humbled. 'I accept this award not just for myself, but on behalf of all the musicians, and dreamers who dare to believe that creativity and human connection can change the world. 'I truly believe that music and the arts can illuminate the path towards a more peaceful and compassionate world, and it is vital that we, the artists, give back and share our knowledge and experiences with the younger generations, our leaders of tomorrow.' This year's ceremony took place at the Grand Hotel in Stockholm, presented by mezzo-soprano and journalist, Boel Adler. The evening featured live music from artists including and rock band Ghost, who performed a rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody with Opeth guitarist Fredrik Akesson, and Queen frontman Adam Lambert who performed the hits Who Wants To Live Forever and Another One Bites The Dust. Guitarist Sir Brian, drummer Taylor, late frontman Freddie Mercury and bassist John Deacon scored numerous number ones during Queen's heyday, as the band became one of the best live touring acts in the world. They were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame by Nirvana's Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins in 2001 and had all four members inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame in 2003. Mercury died aged just 45 in 1991. Previous winners of the Polar Music Prize have included Beatles star Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John and Stooges singer Iggy Pop. The Polar Music Prize is awarded by an independent, 11-member board who select the winners from nominations from the public and the International Music Council.
South Wales Guardian
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Roger Taylor and Brian May ‘so proud' as they pick up Queen's Polar Music Prize
The King of Sweden presented the award to rock band Queen, US jazz musician Herbie Hancock and Canadian conductor Barbara Hannigan during a gala ceremony held in Stockholm on Tuesday. Founded by Abba publisher, lyricist and manager Stig 'Stikkan' Anderson, the gong celebrates the power and importance of music, and is awarded to individuals, groups or institutions for excellence in the world of music. On receiving the award, Taylor, 75, said: 'When we started our band… we had ambitions, but never dreamed of the journey that was to follow. 'We were fortunate in the fact that our four wildly different personalities came together to achieve a wonderful chemistry. 'The Polar Music Prize is exceptional in the fact that unlike other awards it recognises the entirety of an artiste's career. 'What an honour to be included in the glittering cavalcade of previous laureates. True Olympian company indeed. We are so proud to be the recipients of this incredibly prestigious award.' Sir Brian, 77, added: 'In this special moment, I contemplate how that younger Brian May in 1974 would have felt if he knew that we would be living this kind of dream 50 years in the future.' Hannigan, 54, said she was 'deeply thankful for all the collaborations which have nurtured me', adding: 'I am humbled to be among these Laureates of 'musical royalty', and to share the honours tonight with the legends who are Herbie Hancock and Queen.' Hancock, 85, said: 'What an incredible honour to be with you here tonight, to receive the prestigious Polar Music Prize. I'm deeply humbled. 'I accept this award not just for myself, but on behalf of all the musicians, and dreamers who dare to believe that creativity and human connection can change the world. 'I truly believe that music and the arts can illuminate the path towards a more peaceful and compassionate world, and it is vital that we, the artists, give back and share our knowledge and experiences with the younger generations, our leaders of tomorrow.' This year's ceremony took place at the Grand Hotel in Stockholm, presented by mezzo-soprano and journalist, Boel Adler. The evening featured live music from artists including and rock band Ghost, who performed a rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody with Opeth guitarist Fredrik Akesson, and Queen frontman Adam Lambert who performed the hits Who Wants To Live Forever and Another One Bites The Dust. Guitarist Sir Brian, drummer Taylor, late frontman Freddie Mercury and bassist John Deacon scored numerous number ones during Queen's heyday, as the band became one of the best live touring acts in the world. They were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame by Nirvana's Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins in 2001 and had all four members inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame in 2003. Mercury died aged just 45 in 1991. Previous winners of the Polar Music Prize have included Beatles star Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John and Stooges singer Iggy Pop. The Polar Music Prize is awarded by an independent, 11-member board who select the winners from nominations from the public and the International Music Council.
Rhyl Journal
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Roger Taylor and Brian May ‘so proud' as they pick up Queen's Polar Music Prize
The King of Sweden presented the award to rock band Queen, US jazz musician Herbie Hancock and Canadian conductor Barbara Hannigan during a gala ceremony held in Stockholm on Tuesday. Founded by Abba publisher, lyricist and manager Stig 'Stikkan' Anderson, the gong celebrates the power and importance of music, and is awarded to individuals, groups or institutions for excellence in the world of music. On receiving the award, Taylor, 75, said: 'When we started our band… we had ambitions, but never dreamed of the journey that was to follow. 'We were fortunate in the fact that our four wildly different personalities came together to achieve a wonderful chemistry. 'The Polar Music Prize is exceptional in the fact that unlike other awards it recognises the entirety of an artiste's career. 'What an honour to be included in the glittering cavalcade of previous laureates. True Olympian company indeed. We are so proud to be the recipients of this incredibly prestigious award.' Sir Brian, 77, added: 'In this special moment, I contemplate how that younger Brian May in 1974 would have felt if he knew that we would be living this kind of dream 50 years in the future.' Hannigan, 54, said she was 'deeply thankful for all the collaborations which have nurtured me', adding: 'I am humbled to be among these Laureates of 'musical royalty', and to share the honours tonight with the legends who are Herbie Hancock and Queen.' Hancock, 85, said: 'What an incredible honour to be with you here tonight, to receive the prestigious Polar Music Prize. I'm deeply humbled. 'I accept this award not just for myself, but on behalf of all the musicians, and dreamers who dare to believe that creativity and human connection can change the world. 'I truly believe that music and the arts can illuminate the path towards a more peaceful and compassionate world, and it is vital that we, the artists, give back and share our knowledge and experiences with the younger generations, our leaders of tomorrow.' This year's ceremony took place at the Grand Hotel in Stockholm, presented by mezzo-soprano and journalist, Boel Adler. The evening featured live music from artists including and rock band Ghost, who performed a rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody with Opeth guitarist Fredrik Akesson, and Queen frontman Adam Lambert who performed the hits Who Wants To Live Forever and Another One Bites The Dust. Guitarist Sir Brian, drummer Taylor, late frontman Freddie Mercury and bassist John Deacon scored numerous number ones during Queen's heyday, as the band became one of the best live touring acts in the world. They were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame by Nirvana's Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins in 2001 and had all four members inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame in 2003. Mercury died aged just 45 in 1991. Previous winners of the Polar Music Prize have included Beatles star Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John and Stooges singer Iggy Pop. The Polar Music Prize is awarded by an independent, 11-member board who select the winners from nominations from the public and the International Music Council.
Irish Examiner
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Gig review: Qween reign supreme as they roll out a tribute to Freddie and co
Qween and The Dublin Gospel Choir, Olympia Theatre, Dublin, ★★★☆☆ Queen rule and those who claim to disagree are only fooling themselves. Sadly and for obvious reasons we won't see them again, although what remains of the band played a great Marlay Park gig in 2018, so their beloved music is perfect tribute band material. As the Bootleg Beatles, mop topping for forty-something years, and others have proven, there's plenty of interest in this sort of thing if it's done right. Enter, then, Qween who've deservedly sold out several large venues across the country, including Limerick's King John's Castle. There wasn't much wiggle room in the Olympia last Saturday either, and with good reason as Qween put on a proper show. Right from the opening extended One Vision freak out, John Deacon (Eoghan O'Neill, in appropriate O'Neill's GAA short shorts), Roger Taylor (Graham Sheridan), and James McGeehan on keys are tight as a recession budget. To be honest I look more like Brian May than Thomas Brunkard, but that doesn't matter because his guitar is on fire. Tapping the neck one minute, pulling out a slide the next, he gets that sound right on everything from a stately Who Wants To Live Forever to a fierce Hammer To Fall. Qween performing I Want To Break Free. It all centres on Freddie, though, and the marvellous Brian Keville is equal to the task. The moustache he claims is real deserves its own dressing room and he suggestively employs the trademark half mic stand when appropriate (ie all the time). He parades about in drag with Hoover for I Want To Break Free, sports a jacket possibly pinched off Carmen Miranda, and even does the Mercury mouth wriggle. On top of all that, his voice is spectacular, whether he's commanding the histrionics of The Show Must Go On, leading the crowd through Mercury's call-and-response of 'Aaaa-OH!', or making us all weep during These Are The Days Of Our Lives. The appearance of two scantily clad females with suitably ample posteriors for Fat Bottomed Girls is one thing, and they unquestionably do make the rocking world go round, but the addition of the Dublin Gospel Choir is inspired. Providing vocal support throughout, although Keville hardly needs it, they come into their own for an absolutely superb Somebody To Love and the gloriously over-the-top operatics of Bohemian Rhapsody. As it should be, it's a celebration of those immortal hits from soup to nuts, delivered with skill that surpasses mere imitation. Go see them.
