British blues pioneer John Mayall dies aged 90
His band the Bluesbreakers was a springboard for stars including Eric Clapton and Mick Fleetwood....
BBC boss says sorry over Strictly complaints
The BBC’s director general apologises to contestants who have had negative experiences on the show....
BBC pay 2023-2024: The full list of star salaries
Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker is the corporation’s top earner, taking home £1.35m....
Huw Edwards’ BBC pay increased by £40,000 last year
Gary Lineker tops BBC salary list for seventh year running, with former news anchor Edwards in fourth....
Keanu Reeves: I think about death all the time
The Matrix star’s new novel, The Book of Elsewhere, explores the theme of mortality....
Strictly left Paralympian with injuries he’ll ‘never get over’
Paralympian Will Bayley was left in “horrific pain” after falling from a jump in rehearsals....
High Energy singer Evelyn Thomas dies, aged 70
The Chicago-born singer defined the 1980s Hi-NRG sound, with help from British producer Ian Levine....
Giovanni Pernice insists ‘I’ll be back’ after Strictly accusation
The dancer has been accused of “cruel and mean” behaviour by former dancer partner Amanda Abbington....
Bella Hadid’s Adidas advert dropped after Israeli criticism
The model was chosen to promote shoes referencing the 1972 Munich Olympics, at which 11 Israeli athletes were killed....
Clint Eastwood’s partner Christina Sandera dies
Eastwood, 94, told the BBC Sandera, 61, was “a lovely, caring woman, and an important part of my life”....