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Daily Mail
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Glamorous cricket presenter Grace Hayden and boyfriend Wilson Statham look loved-up as they arrive hand-in-hand at Brisbane Airport
Grace Hayden and her boyfriend Wilson Statham looked every bit the picture of young love as they arrived hand-in-hand at Brisbane Airport on Saturday. The glamorous cricket presenter, 23, exuded effortless style in an eye-catching yellow hoodie paired with chic tan pants and Adidas sneakers. The sports presenter, who is the daughter of Australian cricket legend Matthew Hayden, accessorised with a green Gucci handbag slung over her shoulder while wheeling luggage through the bustling terminal. Her blonde hair was elegantly tied back in a ponytail, completing her casual yet refined look. Meanwhile, Wilson opted for a laid-back ensemble, clad in a navy jumper and jeans as he strolled beside Grace, and he carried a bag of Rebecca Vallance designer clothing. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Grace Hayden and her boyfriend Wilson Statham looked every bit the picture of young love as they arrived hand-in-hand at Brisbane Airport on Saturday The couple seemed inseparable, with Grace tenderly holding onto Wilson as they navigated through the airport's crowds. In high spirits and clearly enjoying their day out, the couple shared laughs and exchanged warm smiles, showing plenty of affection. Their relaxed and happy demeanour suggested it was the perfect outing, with Grace holding onto Wilson's arm. It follows reports that Grace is leading a bold push to take cricket into one of its biggest untapped markets - America. Set to host a new weekly video podcast called Game On With Grace, she will aim to introduce cricket to a broader US audience through engaging stories, conversations, and personalities. Cricket has long struggled to gain traction in the US, but Grace's podcast signals a modern, media-savvy approach to breaking through in a competitive sporting landscape. She hopes to bridge the gap between the cricketing world and American viewers by showcasing the sport's energy, global appeal and human stories. Grace's father, Matthew Hayden, was one of Australia's most dominant opening batsmen, playing 103 Tests and scoring over 8,000 runs. The pair appeared engaged in conversation as they exited the airport Grace has developed a reputation for her strong presenting skills and is leading a bold push to take cricket into one of its biggest untapped markets - America Her debut guest will be Adam Gilchrist, a fellow Australian cricket great and one of the most iconic wicketkeeper-batsmen in history. Together, Gilchrist and Hayden helped Australia dominate world cricket in the early 2000s, and now their legacy continues through Grace and her groundbreaking podcast. 'Game On is about pulling back the curtain on the world of sports' untold stories,' Grace said. 'I grew up in cricket's front row and have covered its biggest tournaments, but the moments that fascinate me most happen off camera. 'Partnering with Willow allows me to share those raw, funny, and inspiring conversations with athletes, artists, and anyone chasing greatness. 'I can't wait to bring these stories to fans each week on the Willow app and wherever they listen to podcasts.' While cricket is already gaining some ground in the US with the launch of Major League Cricket, Grace's podcast adds a much-needed storytelling and cultural dimension. By combining star power, youthful energy, and cross-cultural connection, she hopes to play a vital role in making cricket resonate with a new American audience.
The Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I got married at 17 – trolls say ‘child marriage in the 21st century is wild' & think it's a ‘single mum speed run'
A YOUNG woman has revealed that she always wanted to get married by the time she turned 30. But things took a slightly expected turn for Kennedy, 18, when she met her man, Brian, 19, whilst they were teens. 2 2 The couple quickly fell in love and decided to tie the knot when Kennedy was only 17 and Brian was 18. Now, the couple, who are from the US and are known online as 'The Byrds' have opened up about their teen marriage, leaving many totally stunned. And the youngsters have found themselves at the centre of a barrage of nasty abuse, as people questioned their decision to make their relationship official at such a young age. Not only did viewers call their relationship a 'single mum speed run' but others believed they would be ' divorced by 20.' The young couple, who live by the North Carolina Coast, where the legal age for marriage is 18, are preparing to celebrate their one year wedding anniversary this month. While Kennedy was under the legal age, in this part of the US, individuals aged 16 and 17 can marry with parental consent or a court order. Specifically, minors aged 16 and 17 require written consent from a parent or guardian with legal custody, or a court order authorising the marriage. In a short clip shared on social media, Kennedy posted a sweet video of her, just two years before she said 'I Do.' As she smiled on a boat, she wrote: 'Me at 15 thinking I'd get married by 30…' Moments later, Kennedy shared a video of her and Brian's first dance, a super special moment from their big day. I was a teen mum - staff wouldn't let me get my kid's ears pierced, it's insane Alongside this, the content creator penned: 'Two years later.' Clearly overjoyed, Kennedy, who recently graduated high school, described getting married as the 'best decision ever.' Social media users react But whilst the loved-up couple are in a wedding bubble, the TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ brianandkennedy, has clearly left many gobsmacked, as it has quickly gone viral and racked up 9.8 million views. Not only this, but the clip has also amassed 1.2 million likes, 2,920 comments and 19,000 shares. Social media users were open-mouthed by Kennedy and Brain's teen marriage and many described it as 'sad' and 'wild.' One person said: 'Child marriage in the 21st century is wild.' Another added: 'Married at 17 is that even legal?' A third commented: 'That's actually so sad.' Meanwhile, someone else penned: 'Why is everyone normalising getting married at an extremely young age where you can't even drink, vote, or anything.' Not only this, but another stunned user snapped: " Single mum speed run.' Whilst one person chimed in and gasped: 'Divorced by 20.' At the same time, one user questioned: 'Were people supportive of you? I always see adults being so negative about young love.' To this, the couple replied and confirmed: 'Yes! Of course people said stuff but the adults in our lives knew us and knew who we were as a mature couple.'
The Guardian
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Mix Tape review – nails the heart-stopping excitement of new love
A few questions before we begin. Did you come of age in or around 1989? Do you look back on your teenage years with fondness or horror? Did you have a great, formative love during the above? Did you let him/her go and never even do a cursory online search as to their whereabouts in the intervening decades? Did I just startle you by referring to the intervening decades between 1989 and now? Because that's what there are. I know. I had to check, too. How great is your tolerance for the depiction of young love on screen now that you are past youth yourself? Will you sit on the sofa wreathed in smiles and yearning or will you put a boot through the telly? How well-disposed do you feel to the idea of a Sally Rooney-esque endeavour aged up to cover those who came of age in or around 1989 and how their lives have played out since? This is important. I'm talking contemplative scenes, wry smiles at memories, melancholic suffusion, mood above action. Have you read and enjoyed the acclaimed novel Mix Tape by Jane Sanderson? Your answers to the above will help determine how much you enjoy Mix Tape, an adaptation by Jo Spain of Sanderson's novel. The four-part, double-timelined drama tells the story of freelance music journalist Dan O'Toole (Jim Sturgess) and author Alison Connor (Teresa Palmer), who grew up as teenagers in Sheffield and were each other's first loves. Their younger selves are played (excellently) by newcomer Rory Walton-Smith and Florence Hunt respectively. Their scenes capture all the excitement and novelty, the heart-stopping importance of every minute spent together that teenagers in love conjure for themselves. Dan's mother (Helen Behan) has some misgivings – she would rather he were playing the field a bit – but his father (Mark O'Halloran) is a romantic and is happy just to give his boy a little life advice along the way, especially as Alison is almost as fond of his racing pigeons as he is. Dan only wishes that Alison would let him meet her parents. Or even tell him where she lives and let him walk her home. Unfortunately, Alison's dad is long gone, her mother is an alcoholic and her boyfriend is a deeply unlovely piece of work called Martin (Jonathan Harden), whose malevolent presence suggests nothing but bad things are coming for the family. So it turns out, though the languorous pacing of Mix Tape, which is slightly too pleased with itself, means that it takes too long to get there. Things are even slower in the present as we wait for Dan and Alison's paths to cross again. When Alison's new book is released, Dan sends her – hesitantly – a friend request online. She – hesitantly – accepts it. For a long time – a long time – they communicate by sending Spotify links to each other, of songs that accompanied pivotal moments in their lives and relationship. Dan is now married to Katja (Sara Soulié), one of those screen wives who exist merely to irritate. She insists that now (their only child has just departed for university) is the time for them to start travelling together, regardless of the fact that a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Dan to collaborate with a music legend on his memoir is on the horizon. Women, eh! Alison is married to a successful surgeon (one day I want the story of an unsuccessful surgeon – one who's scraping by, his mortality rates just good enough to keep him in gainful employment but nothing to write home about) and trying to keep him from bouncing their daughter, Stella (Julia Savage), into a termination that she may not want. So neither adult life is perfect. Does this mean they should meet up and see what spark remains from 1989? Is the grass always greener on the path not taken? Why did they break up? Did he find out where she lived, and about her mum and Martin? Should they just hurry up and shag? Is your own life worthless because you do not have an intense, formative teenage romance to look back on that has shaped and haunted you in ways known and unknown ever since? The questions multiply. Sign up to What's On Get the best TV reviews, news and features in your inbox every Monday after newsletter promotion Mix Tape is full of impressive performances and hard work from everyone involved but it never quite catches fire. Or perhaps that's just because, when I remember the first boy who made me a mix tape, I want to vomit into the nearest bin. I wish you happier memories and greater enjoyment. Mix Tape aired on BBC Two and is on iPlayer now
Geek Vibes Nation
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
‘Ride Or Die' Review - A New Vision Of Love On The Run
There are countless stories about romances on the run, ruined (and enhanced) by crime and violence. Whether you prefer Bonnie and Clyde, Badlands, True Romance, Queen & Slim, or Thelma & Louise (the subtext is everything), the history is certainly there. Two young lovers with nothing to lose get thrown into difficult situations that turn ugly. There is a reason that this is a repeated theme in film. In what other situation would we throw caution to the wind and take these kinds of chances? All love can be a kind of madness. But young love? Young love will lead us down the strangest paths imaginable. In Josalynn Smith's debut as a full-length feature director, Ride or Die, she examines this through a very different lens. This is an upfront queer story, no subtext required. Paula (Briana Middleton) is stuck in her hometown, but harbors dreams of directing films in Hollywood. As the film opens, she takes a purchase to the cash register at a clothing store and sees Sloane (Stella Everett), who we later learn was her high school crush. Even this early in the film, the story hinges on this initial interaction. If we don't feel them together, nothing else will matter. But the chemistry between Paula and Sloane is absolutely electric. Sly touches, smirks, and elongated eye contact do the trick within moments. Even if we didn't find out anything else about the pair, we know that the kinetic attraction between them is undoubtedly mutual. The script, from Smith and Alicia Louzoun-Heisler, shines throughout, but especially here. This flirtation leads to a mild bit of law-breaking in the form of Sloane giving Paula her purchase for free. Given the evocative title, we certainly know that this will not be the last law broken, but it shows what we are willing to accept or let slide when someone beautiful offers it to us. But Smith does not simply allow Sloane to be only a pretty face. Despite being the object of Paula's desire, she is shown to have an actual history, reasons for the way she is, and an understandable connection with Paula. Middleton is unquestionably the lead, but both characters have their moments to shine. The scriptwriters also make the smart decision to only give us one familial background story. We get to see just a bit of Paula's difficult relationship with her mother. We only get hints about Sloane, but it is enough. And given that this is a lesbian love story, and one set in the middle of the country, Smith had many choices about how to represent the challenges that the couple would face on the road and within their families. Repeatedly, she chooses subtlety over intensity to the film's advantage. It would have been easy for them to find violence and screaming at every turn, but the consistent quiet judgment they face is even more powerful. Being two women in an unforgiving world is hard enough, adding the intersectionality of being queer, and in Paula's case, Black and not passing as straight, focuses the narrative on a particular struggle that remains mostly untold. The violence they both face and enact throughout the film is both surprising and expected. When you title a movie Ride or Die, we know that at least one in the partnership will become violent, and the other must make a decision to stay with them or run away. But who enacts it and how these things actually occur left me gasping on more than one occasion. But luckily, the film is not simply violent for violence's sake. It also spends time building this relationship and showing us their journey, both emotionally and visually. Cinematographer Arlene Muller never misses a moment, and she has many challenges. Shooting black skin and white skin creates different obstacles, and this is exponentially true when an interracial couple is at the center of the story. She manages this both in light and shadow, creating softness when times are better and harshness when things begin to go awry. When the two are together sexually, Muller and Smith never shy away from either the explicit physicality or the difficulties of sexual relationships. As the two travel across the country towards the west coast, time is taken to represent this with numerous vistas, but it never feels overly extended or unnecessary. There are two shots, one with the two in sunlight and one that takes place in glistening water that will easily stick with viewers long after the credits roll. It does not matter if you have seen stories about criminal lovers on the run before. You have absolutely not seen it like this. Josalynn Smith introduces us to a brand new version, centering people who usually are not, and she opens brand new doors. Her version, along with a beautiful, aware, open performance from Briana Middleton and stunning visuals, makes Ride or Die worth the trip and then some. Ride Or Die held its World Premiere as a part of the U.S. Narrative Competition section of the 2025 Tribeca Festival. Director: Josalynn Smith Screenwriters: Josalynn Smith, Alicia Louzoun-Heisler Rated: NR Runtime: 85m
South China Morning Post
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr, stars of Netflix's Forever, on first love
The story of how Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr, the stars of Forever on Netflix, first met is like a perfectly scripted meet-cute that was fated to fuel a tender portrait of young love. Cooper was on a flight bound for Los Angeles in the US state of California from Atlanta, in the US state of Georgia, for an audition, stressed because his car had been stolen three hours earlier. But he heeded his agent's advice to worry about it later. 'He's like, 'Just go! If you book this, you can buy another car',' Cooper recalls. Simone was his seatmate, en route to audition for the same television series. Not that they had any clue then – they did not speak to each other on the flight. And they did not encounter each other in that first round. It was not until they both got a callback for the chemistry read that it clicked. Now they are poised to become the next teen obsession as the latest couple to go from book to screen in the newly released Forever, Mara Brock Akil's adaptation of Judy Blume's 1975 coming-of-age novel Both are relative newcomers – Simone, 26, has several television credits to her name, including Greenleaf and Manhunt, while Cooper, 23, has a handful of shorts and film credits. They were cast last year to play the leads, Keisha Clark and Justin Edwards.
