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BBC’s hit competition show The Traitors is set to return for season 3 to our screens at the start of 2025. Find more details below.

If you’re looking to start your 2025 right, we’ve got some exciting news for you. The Traitors, a deliciously addictive reality competition show, is set to return for its third season from 1st January.

In case you’re not familiar with the premise, The Traitors throws a group of people into a Scottish castle. Some of the competitors become the titular Traitors who try to get the Faithfuls eliminated in order to win a very handsome cash prize up to £120, 000.

Similarly, the rest of the group, the Faithfuls, are trying to figure out who the traitors are and get rid of them. The format is based on a Dutch TV show De Verraders, but the British version has found great fame and spawned several other versions all around the world.

On Saturday 23 November 2024, BBC One broadcasts Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel!

Season 5 Episode 7 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel” promises to be an entertaining mix of laughter and excitement. Michael McIntyre, the charming host, leads the show that features a giant spinning wheel and a cast of well-known celebrities. This episode is sure to keep everyone on the edge of their seats as contestants try to answer questions for a chance to win a fortune.

In this edition, a star-studded lineup joins the fun. Bruno Tonioli, known for his vibrant personality, will bring his energy to the wheel. Clare Balding, a familiar face in sports broadcasting, adds her wit to the mix. Guz Khan, a comedian with a knack for humor, is also part of the celebrity team. Cricket star Stuart Broad will bring his competitive spirit, while comedian Sam Campbell adds a fresh comedic touch.

In Season 5, Episode 7 of “Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel,” airing on Saturday, 23 November 2024, at 9:25 Pm on BBC One, the hit game show returns for another exciting round. Hosted by the ever-popular Michael McIntyre, this episode promises big laughs, huge stars, and of course, the giant spinning wheel that keeps everyone on their toes.

In this edition, a mix of celebrities join the fun, ready to help or hinder the contestants as they try to answer their way to a fortune. Bruno Tonioli, Clare Balding, Guz Khan, Stuart Broad, Sam Campbell, and Maggie Aderin-Pocock all step up to the wheel, each bringing their own unique style and knowledge to the game. Meanwhile, Chris and Rosie Ramsey take their seats in the Double Chair, adding even more humor to the mix.

With its blend of celebrity appearances, tension-filled moments, and plenty of laughs, “Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel” continues to be a favorite for viewers.

That’s your lot. Until the Paralympic Games Paris 2024 begin in a few weeks, the Olympic Games are over. No more hearing your neighbours through the wall cheering on Team Gb in the 400m Relay, no more fun and fleeting national obsessions with background players such as the man who retrieves rogue swimming hats from the bottom of the pool, or the magnificently curly haired official who carries the trays containing the medallists’ posters, and no more wondering where Clare Balding gets her blouses – the closing ceremony has closed.

What that means for UK TV viewers is the gradual return of actual television to the schedules. There’s new Only Connect, University Challenge, Who Do You Think You Are?, Celebrity MasterChef, Celebrity Race Across the World and soon, new Great British Bake Off. If none of that excites you, then this is a great time to catch up on any overdue US imports.

British TV presenter Fred Sirieix now has an Olympic medallist in the family.

The daughter of the First Dates maitre d’ and restauranteur, Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix, won a dramatic bronze medal in the women’s sychronized diving 10m platform competition at the Paris games.

Spendolini-Sirieix and partner Lois Toulson moved up from fourth place to third with a final round dive that left her dad, who has been commentating on the diving for the BBC, in rapture as he leapt from his poolside seat. China won the event, with North Korea second.

Soon after, Sirieix posted a social media message, calling the bronze win a “beautiful moment” and saying he was “bursting with pride, joy and happiness.”

What emotions! What a beautiful moment! How many tears!!!!

I’m bursting with pride, joy and happiness.

Well done and congrats @andreassirieix and @LoisToulson...

The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris are set to kick off with the Opening Ceremony on Friday, 26 July, and the BBC will bring you all the action. Here’s how you can watch, listen, and follow this spectacular event: TV, BBC iPlayer, and BBC Sport Online Clare Balding will preview the upcoming sporting events and […]

How to Follow the Olympic Games Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony Across the BBC...

Princess Anne returned to her royal duties on Friday, July 12th, after being hospitalized on June 23rd for an incident involving a horse in Gatcombe Park.

Anne was taken to the hospital, where she spent five nights, and has been recovering since. Her medical team said that her injuries were consistent with a possible impact from a horse’s head or legs.

Princess Anne Visited the Riding for the Disabled Association National Championships

Earlier today, Anne visited the Horse Riding for the Disabled Association National Championships at Hartpury University and Hartbury College in Gloucestershire. She presented awards and met some of this year’s winners.

According to the Riding for the Disabled Association website, the charity enriches the lives of disabled people through their horses. “With fun activities like riding and carriage driving, we provide therapy, fitness, skills development, and opportunities for achievement.”

Anne has been a patron of the...

A little over a week ago, Princess Anne demonstrated her equestrian skills on her horse, Noble, at Trooping the Color to celebrate King Charles’s birthday.

Princess Anne Is An Accomplished Equestrian And Participated In The Olympics

His Majesty’s sister has had several accidents while riding horses throughout the years, but it hasn’t deterred her love of horses or her ability to ride them like a pro. Anne started riding horses when she was eleven years old and hasn’t stopped riding since.

The Princess Royal was the first royal family member to compete in the Olympics. She took part in the equestrian three-day event at the 1976 Olympics in Montreal and has considerable experience as a horsewoman.

Doctors admitted Princess Anne to the hospital on June 23rd. Physicians are treating her for a minor head injury and concussion after an “incident” with one of her horses.

The hospital...

On Saturday 15 June 2024, BBC Two broadcasts Trooping the Colour!

Episode Summary

In this episode of “Trooping the Colour” on BBC Two, viewers can expect to witness the highlights of a magnificent military display from Horse Guards Parade in London. The event commemorates the King’s official birthday, with the Colour of No 9 Company Irish Guards being trooped in a grand ceremony.

Hosted by Clare Balding, the episode promises to showcase the pageantry and precision of this iconic event, offering viewers a front-row seat to the festivities. From the stirring sounds of military bands to the impressive sight of uniformed soldiers marching in formation, “Trooping the Colour” is a celebration of tradition and national pride.

Tune in to BBC Two for this special presentation of “Trooping the Colour” and experience the pomp and ceremony of one of Britain’s most cherished annual events. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to...

On Friday 14 June 2024, Channel 4 broadcasts Celebrity Gogglebox!

Season 6 Episode 2 Episode Summary

In this episode of “Celebrity Gogglebox” airing on Channel 4, viewers are in for a treat as a star-studded lineup of household names gathers on the sofa to share their thoughts and reactions to the week’s best TV. From Ashley Banjo to Mel B, Clare Balding to Kadeena Cox, Mo Gilligan to Ellie Simmonds, a diverse array of celebrities offers their unique perspectives and witty commentary on the latest shows and entertainment offerings.

As the cameras roll, viewers are invited into the living rooms of some of the most recognizable faces in entertainment, sports, and beyond. With their candid reactions and lively discussions, the celebrity couch potatoes provide a refreshing and entertaining take on everything from dramas and reality shows to news programs and documentaries.

With such a dynamic mix of personalities, viewers can expect plenty of laughter,...

BBC One presents a special broadcast, “Trooping the Colour: The King’s Birthday Parade 2024,” airing on Saturday, 15 June 2024, at 10:30 am. This annual event marks the official birthday celebration of His Majesty The King, featuring a spectacular parade and a display of military precision and tradition. The broadcast, introduced by Clare Balding, offers […]

Trooping the Colour: The King’s Birthday Parade 2024...

Channel 4 and The Rest is Politics have struck a first-of-its-kind deal that will see episodes of the smash hit podcast air on the network in the run up to the general election.

Rest is Politics hosts Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell are already going to be part of Channel 4’s general election night coverage and the deal deepens the relationship.

The first episode will go out on Channel 4 and Channel 4 streaming next Wednesday late at night, with subsequent episodes being broadcast each Tuesday up until the week of election day, which takes place on July 4. On that night, Campbell and Stewart are part of a team featuring the likes of Krishnan Guru-Murthy, Emily Maitlis and Cathy Newman. Clare Balding – who had previously been announced as part of the line-up – will not be able to join the studio team due to Wimbledon commitments, and her replacement will be announced in due course.

Channel 4 News has landed a major coup in booking Prince Andrew interviewer Emily Maitlis to head up its general election coverage.

Maitlis, who was portrayed by Gillian Anderson in Netflix movie Scoop about the notorious interview, will present alongside regular helmer Krishnan Guru-Murthy.

Channel 4 News has focused on Britain’s biggest podcasts by booking Maitlis, who co-hosts smash hit The News Agents, along with landing Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart, who present the popular Rest is Politics pod, as contributors.

The pair will bring “inimitable analysis,” according to Channel 4. The “eclectic line-up” will also feature some of the cast of Gogglebox, the network’s second most popular show. Cathy Newman will present from campaign HQs for the ruling Conservative and opposition Labour parties. Sports presenter CLare Balding will front the data coverage.

“Delighted to be involved with this election night and it’s brilliant cast of people,” said Maitlis.

The Off Air podcast, presented by leading broadcasters Jane Garvey and Fi Glover, has exceeded 10 million listens since it was launched by The Times in October 2022.

The award-winning journalists Jane and Fi joined Times Radio in an exclusive deal to present their first daily live news show last year. Fresh from their radio show the duo keep the mics on for their podcast, to say what they really think - unencumbered and off air. They are joined by a wide-range of guests, who have included Jamie Oliver, Eddie Izzard, Lorraine Kelly, Clare Balding and more. They also launched their Book Club this year, with special bonus episodes reviewing books hand picked by listeners.

Jane Garvey said; “Thanks for being there! It’s always such a pleasure to read your emails and know that we’re all part of something daft, meandering, but supportive. It’s a global podcast community!”

Fi...

Gabby Logan has launched the latest series of her chart-topping podcast The Mid•Point. Previous guests have included from Claudia Winkleman, Rio Ferdinand and Will Young, to Trevor Nelson, Clare Balding and Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill. Being unashamedly middle-aged, Gabby's aim is to shed light, reveal valuable insights and inject humour into a time in life that's often shied away from in mainstream media.

King Charles III’s historic Coronation on May 6 starts at 10 a.m. BST in the UK at 5 a.m. Et/2 a.m. Pt in the U.S. Every major British and American network will have live coverage of the event, which you can watch live in the player embedded below.

The Itinerary

The first Coronation for seven decades will see Charles and Queen Consort Camilla take a King’s Procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey. There will then be a service during which the official Coronation will take place, beginning around 10:20 a.m. GMT (2:20 a.m. Pt)

King Charles III will be officially crowned, and his wife Camilla will become Queen Camilla during the ceremony. King Charles technically became King upon his mother Queen Elizabeth II’s death in September, but the Coronation — the first in the UK since 1953 — will make it official. Camilla has been Queen...

For many royalists, the coronation of King Charles III is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Many royal family followers were not alive when Queen Elizabeth was coronated in 1953. Therefore, Charles’ ascension is something that will draw great public interest. There are many ways this historic event can be watched. Here’s a guide to keeping up with every minute of the day’s many elements.

King Charles’ coronation takes place on May 6, 2023, | Dan Kitwood/Getty Images How to watch the coronation of King Charles III

There are many options to watch the coronation of King Charles III. CBS, ABC, and NBC will all have reporters on the ground at the event.

As for cable services, both Fox News and CNN will have complete coronation coverage. The BBC and streaming service Paramount+ will also cover the event.

Sky News is streaming the coronation on its website, app, and YouTube channel. The coronation will...

Award

British presenter, broadcaster, filmmaker, author and historian, professor David Olusoga, will be presented with a BAFTA Special Award at the upcoming BAFTA Television Awards on May 14. The award is one of BAFTA’s highest honors recognizing an outstanding contribution to film, games or television.

Olusoga’s credits include presenting history series “A House Through Time” (BBC Two), writing and presenting series “Black & British: A Forgotten History” (BBC Two) and the BAFTA-winning “Britain’s Forgotten Slave Owners.” In recent years he led major interviews with the former President of the United States, Barack Obama and lectures including the Edinburgh TV Festival MacTaggart Lecture in 2020.

Olusoga said: “It is humbling to have my work in television, as both a producer and a presenter, recognized in this way.”

Jane Millichip, CEO at BAFTA added: “We are honoured to present David Olusoga the BAFTA Special Award at our forthcoming BAFTA Television Awards with P&o Cruises.

Tobi De Graaff Joins Sky Studios

Veteran UK exec Tobi de Graaff is joining Sky Studios as Senior VP of Commercial. The former BBC Studios Director of Commissioning and Co-Production has most recently been running his own business, Beiboot Representation, but is now stepping into an international role focused on commercial and co-production partnerships, including Sky’s distribution relationship with Comcast cousin NBCUniversal Global Distribution. He’ll work closely with Sky Studios’ editorial and commissioning teams across Europe. He’ll also take charge of the international scripted team, which is currently headed by Jason Simms in the UK and LA-based SVP Rebecca Segal, accorifn to an internal note from Sky Studios COO Caroline Cooper seen by Deadline. Both Simms and Segal will report to de Graaf, who has also worked for ITV Studios, when he joins in July.

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Eight months after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, her son Charles is set to be officially crowned as king.

The monarch will be crowned King Charles III in a ceremony on Saturday 6 May, which comes during a special Bank Holiday weekend.

Thousands are expected to gather on the route from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, with procedings also set to be televised in full.

Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the coronation on TV...

A live broadcast of ceremonial events will air on the BBC throughout the day, including the procession to the Abbey, the coronation itself, and the journey back to Buckingham Palace.

Following their return to The Mall, King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort, will appear on the balcony.

Coverage will lead on BBC One, with BBC Two airing signed coverage of the ceremony.

Via the red button, there will also be...

Veteran broadcaster David Dimbleby has turned down the chance to play a role in the BBC’s coverage of the King’s coronation, according to reports.

The BBC’s coverage of the 6 May event will be led by Kirsty Young, 54, in a studio outside Buckingham Palace, with Huw Edwards, 61, and Clare Balding, 52, providing commentary.

Dimbleby, 84, was offered a role in the coverage, according to a report in The Times, but opted against playing “second fiddle” in the presenting lineup.

The Independent has contacted Dimbleby’s representatives for comment.

It is not clear what exactly Dimbleby’s role would have entailed, but it signals a shift from tradition: his father Richard covered the funeral of George VI in 1952 and Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation the following year.

Dimbleby himself has been a prominent figure in the BBC’s royal coverage for many years and he came out of retirement last September...

The BBC has unveiled its presenter line-up for King Charles III’s Coronation next month.

Presenters revealed this morning include Huw Edwards, who will provide commentary on the Saturday May 6 proceedings, Anita Rani and Clare Balding. Rani will join the gathered crowds while Balding, the new face of the BBC’s tennis coverage, will provide commentary on the ceremonial route.

The event will take place on Saturday May 6 and involve a number of ceremonial proceedings with King Charles III and his wife Camilla, who will be crowned Queen alongside him in London.

Other presenters revealed this morning include Kirsty Young, JJ Chalmers, Sophie Raworth and radio presenters Mishal Hussain, Martha Kearney and James Naughtie.

The BBC said the event, which comes around eight months after King Charles’ mother Queen Elizabeth II passed away, will “be at the forefront of technology with proceedings on iPlayer streaming live from multiple locations in...

Netflix Boards ‘Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now’

Netflix has boarded Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now from The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann indie Pulse Films. The Brit Award-winning superstar was followed at a pivotal moment in his career for the doc, as he returned to his Scottish roots to reconnect with his old life having achieved global success. Filmed over several years and directed by BAFTA-winning Bros: After the Screaming Stops helmer Joe Pearlman, How I’m Feeling Now finds the 26-year-old back at his parent’s house in Scotland to begin work on his second album. The film captures Capaldi’s defining year, struggling to balance the familiarity of home, normality, and all he’s ever known, with life as one of the biggest stars on the planet, gleaning an intimate portrait of his unique character, hopes and fears in his own words. Co-financed by BMG and Quickfire,...

Married at First Sight UK is back for a new series, with a new group of singletons betting on love as they tie the knot with complete strangers.

The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.

The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.

When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.

Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...

Chanita and Jordan

The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.

Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...

Married at First Sight UK is back for a new series, with a new group of singletons betting on love as they tie the knot with complete strangers.

The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.

The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.

When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.

Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...

Chanita and Jordan

The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.

Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...

Married at First Sight UK is back for a new series, with a new group of singletons betting on love as they tie the knot with complete strangers.

The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.

The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.

When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.

Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...

Chanita and Jordan

The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.

Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...

Married at First Sight UK is back for a new series, with a new group of singletons betting on love as they tie the knot with complete strangers.

The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.

The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.

When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.

Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...

Chanita and Jordan

The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.

Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...

Lorton Entertainment, who are currently working on highly anticipated Disney+ documentary “Wagatha Christie,” have set a new unscripted series titled “Horsepower” at Amazon, Variety can exclusively reveal.

A four-part documentary series which is set to launch on Prime Video U.K. and Ireland from Sept. 23, “Horsepower” gives viewers a rare glimpse into the world of horce racing via its two protagonists, leading trainer Andrew Balding and his principal jockey Oisin Murphy as they compete over a nine month period culminating in the horse racing world’s most prestigious annual event: Royal Ascot.

Audiences will get unprecedented behind the scenes access as they follow Balding (brother of sports host Clare Balding) and Murphy from fall 2020 to summer 2021, watching them train at Balding’s Hampshire stables and competing in events across the country. All seems lost, however, when Murphy tests positive for cocaine: will he be banned from the sport he loves...

Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations are almost upon us, with four days’ worth of events featuring some of the biggest stars coming up on the BBC and ABC News.

A packed schedule is incoming across the next four days, with Britons handed an additional day’s holiday from Thursday 2 June to Sunday 5 June and huge street parties planned across the UK.

In the U.S., viewers will be able to watch the majority of the events on ABC News following an agreement struck between the network and BBC Studios. This includes Saturday’s mega celebration and coverage of the major formal celebrations Thursday. Good Morning America has featured special weeklong coverage all week and will broadcast special editions live from London from tomorrow.

Scroll down for the full list but highlights include Saturday’s two-hour Platinum Party at the Palace, a Buckingham Palace-set celebration on BBC One and...

Exclusive: Tom Daley, who has four Olympic medals as the most decorated British diver of all time, is looking to break into the television business in the U.S. after signing with CAA.

The agency has signed Daley, who is married to the Oscar-winning Milk screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, and will work with management company Ymu Group, which continues to represent Daley globally.

Daley was previously an expert mentor on ITV’s diving competition series Splash!, which was remade in the U.S. by ABC.

The 27-year-old recently won gold and bronze medals at the Tokyo Olympics and won four Olympic medals in the 10-meter platform and synchronized 10-meter platform events, as well as 12 World, European and Commonwealth Championship gold medals. He made his Olympic debut in Beijing 2008.

Daley is also an activist for the LGBTQ+ community and came out in 2013 in a YouTube video that has been viewed more than 13 million times.

Russell Crowe Movie Shuts Down In Oz

Production on movie Poker Face, directed by and starring Russell Crowe, has been temporarily closed in Australia due to a Covid case among the crew. A second case is under investigation. The film had been shooting in and around Sydney, despite a local lockdown, and was six days away from wrap. Crowe announced the shutdown on Twitter this morning. The actor wrote: “Unfortunately 6 days from the end of our shoot on PokerFace we have had a confirmed positive Covid case amongst our crew and a second possible positive under further investigation by our PokerFace Covid team and NSWHealth…For the safety of cast and crew and the wider community, the production has been immediately paused and everyone instructed to isolate whilst the situation is looked into. We have followed strict protocols with cast and crew being tested 3 times a week for the past 11+ weeks…...

Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton will headline the Royal Television Society’s annual conference in Cambridge.

The two women will appear in conversation with Cambridge professor and television personality Mary Beard.

“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them, and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” the Rts said in a statement.

This year’s Rts Cambridge Convention, which is titled “Broadcast Britain: Reshaping Britishness on the global stage,” will also welcome speakers including England football manager Gareth Southgate, broadcaster Clare Balding and The Spectator editor Fraser Nelson, among others.

Broadcasting and political supremos will also be in attendance including British Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden, BBC director general Tim Davie and ITV CEO Carolyn McCall.

“The eminent combination of Hillary and Chelsea Clinton in conversation with Mary Beard promises an erudite and unmissable session, and a great...

Hillary Rodham Clinton and daughter Chelsea Clinton have joined the lineup of the Royal Television Society’s Cambridge Convention next month.

“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” organizers said on Tuesday.

Also joining the TV industry event’s roster of speakers is the manager of England’s national soccer team, Gareth Southgate, who will close the conference in conversation with broadcaster, journalist and author Clare Balding.

The conference, held at King’s College in Cambridge on Sept. 15 and ...

Hillary Rodham Clinton and daughter Chelsea Clinton have joined the lineup of the Royal Television Society’s Cambridge Convention next month.

“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” organizers said on Tuesday.

Also joining the TV industry event’s roster of speakers is the manager of England’s national soccer team, Gareth Southgate, who will close the conference in conversation with broadcaster, journalist and author Clare Balding.

The conference, held at King’s College in Cambridge on Sept. 15 and ...

Exclusive: A re-examination of the life of South African Paralympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius is in the works from Religion of Sports and Prx.

The company founded by Gotham Chopra, Michael Strahan, and Tom Brady and the public media organization have teamed up on False Idol, a new narrative series about the athlete, who was once considered the greatest Paralympian of all time.

Hosted by sports reporter Tim Rohan, the seven-part podcast, which will premiere on August 26, will look at how six months after becoming the first amputee sprinter to compete at the Olympics, he was arrested for the murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.

The series will explore Pistorius’ rise and the tragic events that followed, in addition to complex issues like hero worship, gender-based violence, and race in post-Apartheid South Africa. False Idol tells the story through the eyes of the people Pistorius irrevocably changed, and brings needed attention...

Set to collect Special Award for his contribution to industry and focus on diversity.

Idris Elba has scooped this year’s Bafta Special Award for his contribution to TV, with a focus on his work in the diversity space.

The Luther star, who just signed a first-look deal with Apple and also runs his own indie, will be awarded and make a speech at next Friday’s Bafta TV Awards, which will take place remotely.

Bafta cited Elba’s starring roles in the likes of BBC1’s Luther and his breakout in The Wire but said his contribution “goes beyond...

Acclaimed British actor, writer and producer Idris Elba will receive a BAFTA Special Award for his creative contribution to television and his commitment to championing diversity and new talent in the industry.

The Special Award is one of the British Academy’s highest honors, with previous recipients for television including Nicola Shindler, Clare Balding, John Motson, Henry Normal, Nick Fraser, Lenny Henry, Delia Smith and Cilla Black.

Elba’s breakout came in HBO’s “The Wire” and he shot to international fame with his starring role in hit BBC drama “Luther,” for which he won a Golden Globe and scored several Primetime Emmy and BAFTA nominations. Last year, Elba starred in and executive produced the fifth season of “Luther.” Sky’s “In The Long Run,” created by and starring Elba, inspired by his own experiences, is back soon for a third season.

He founded production company Green Door Pictures in 2013 with a focus on inclusion,...

Gold Derby can exclusively reveal all of the Emmy episode submissions for the six 2018 contenders as Best Variety Sketch Series. Each program enters one episode from this past season, and those will be available for voters to view on the Television Academy voter portal.

The defending champ is “Saturday Night Live,” which is back competing for its 43rd season. Four of the previous nominees are also returning — “Drunk History,” “Portlandia” and “Tracey Ullman’s Show.” Newcomers are “At Home with Amy Sedaris” and “I Love You, America with Sarah Silverman.”

SEE2018 Emmy nominations complete list: All the nominees for the 70th Emmy Awards

“At Home with Amy Sedaris” is submitting the episode “Holidays,” which aired November 28 on truTV. Official description: Amy Sedaris invites viewers to her celebrity-packed festive spectacular, but due to an unforeseen mishap, she’s unable to continue with her celebration. With the help of a few otherworldly...

The BBC has revealed its programming plans to cover the May 19 wedding of Prince Harry and Suits star Meghan Markle.

The British public broadcaster has lined up The X Factor host Dermot O’Leary and Crimewatch and Desert Island Discs host Kirsty Young to present the nuptials alongside BBC news presenter Huw Edwards. Ore Odubda, who won Strictly Come Dancing, the British version of Dancing with the Stars, Radio One’s Tina Daheley and The One Show host Alex Jones will join, marking the BBC’s most diverse line-up to cover a royal wedding.

The BBC is the only broadcaster allowed to film the actual ceremony, which takes places in St George’s Chapel in Windsor, but it will share its coverage with global networks.

The broadcaster has also lined up major radio plans including Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, who also appeared on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here,...

Prince William and Princess Kate joined Queen Elizabeth at a thanksgiving service at grand St. Paul's Cathedral in London on Friday as the Monarch kicked off three days of official celebrations of her 90th birthday. Flanking the Queen was her husband of 68 years, Prince Philip who was marking his own special milestone too - he turned 95 on Friday. Kate, in a "Julia" wool crepe coat that designer Catherine Walker & Co. described as "mist blue", and a hat by Jane Taylor, arrived with William and brother-in-law Prince Harry and had to wait - chatting with royal relatives. That's because the principal...

This week sees tickets for BBC Sports Personality of the Year go on sale, with the ceremony set to be held in Belfast later this year.

For those wanting to sit amongst the sportsmen and women to be honoured at the Sse Arena on Sunday, December 20, tickets will be available to buy from Thursday (October 15).

Marking the first time the ceremony is held in Northern Ireland, Gary Lineker, Clare Balding and Gabby Logan will host the awards in front of the live audience and millions watching on BBC One.

We've still got a few more weeks of sporting achievement ahead of us, but milestones bound to feature this year include England's Ashes triumph, Wayne Rooney becoming the Three Lions' top scorer and Chris Froome claiming his second yellow jersey in the Tour de France.

Other achievements this year include Northern Ireland reaching their first major football tournament in 30 years, Great...

Over a million viewers tuned in for Friday night's instalment of Celebrity Big Brother.

Bobby Davro and Janice Dickinson's arrival was seen by 1.39m (7.6%) from 9pm on Channel 5 (+1: 159k), as Tila Tequila was dramatically removed from the competition less than 24 hours in.

Celebrity Big Brother's Bit on the Side followed at 11pm with 743k (6.3%) (+1: 102k), while 436k stayed with the channel at 11.30 for live footage from the house.

The One Show was Friday's highest-rated programme outside of soaps for the third week running, airing to 3.14m (19.5%) at 7pm. BBC One documentary Canals: The Making of a Nation followed at 7:30pm with 2.64m (15%).

With a panel featuring Clare Balding and new X Factor judge Nick Grimshaw, Would I Lie To You? entertained 2.91m (14.6%) at 8.30pm, while Ripper Street held steady with an audience of 2.83m (15.1%) at 9pm.

The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice topped the...

Sir Peter O'Sullevan has passed away, aged 97.

The BBC horse-racing commentator, dubbed 'the Voice of Racing', died at home in London following a long illness.

During his career, he commentated on 50 Grand Nationals and a massive 14,000 races in total before retiring in 1997.

BBC Sport's Frank Keogh paid tribute to O'Sullevan: "His honeyed tones were the rhythmic racing backdrop to my upbringing, the comforting BBC voice in the corner calling home thoroughbreds.

"Big races brought big stories and the 'Voice of Racing' knew how to deliver."

He added: "Even through illness, he was bright, funny and dignified. The ultimate gentleman, who will be deeply missed."

Incomparable, irreplaceable, indelible. Sir Peter will never be matched & never forgotten. The ultimate pro & the definition of a gentleman

— Clare Balding (@clarebalding) July 29, 2015

Following his retirement, O'Sullevan set up a charitable trust which raised around £3.5 million for animal and racing-related charities.

He also wrote about...

The stars have come out in force to defend the BBC against government criticism.

Daniel Craig, Dame Judi Dench, Jk Rowling and Sir David Attenborough are among the names who have signed an open letter to David Cameron ahead of the BBC's Charter Review.

Describing the corporation as a "very precious institution", they have warned the Prime Minister that "a diminished BBC would simply mean a diminished Britain".

Rachel Weisz, Mark Rylance, David Walliams, Miranda Hart, Michael McIntyre, Steven Moffatt, Richard Curtis, Simon Schama and Sir Lenny Henry have also put their names to the letter.

They are joined by Gary Lineker, Clare Balding, Claudia Winkleman, Graham Norton, Chris Evans, Professor Brian Cox, Stephen Fry, Michael Palin, Lord Melvyn Bragg, Adil Ray, Jamie Oliver, Clara Amfo, Nick Grimshaw, Trevor Nelson, Annie Nightingale and Reggie Yates.

The letter reads: "The Government and the BBC are now entering the Charter Review. We...

After complaints it didn't match up to John Inverdale's Today at Wimbledon, Clare Balding's Wimbledon 2Day has brought in higher audience figures following an overhaul.

The new-look BBC2 show, with Balding still in the umpire's chair, brought in 2.2 million viewers (a 10.8% share) on Monday night.

That figure was almost 1 million up on the previous Monday's show, which had 1.3 million viewers and a 6.8% share.

Last week's audience average was also 1.3 million across six episodes.

Wimbledon 2Day started as a more informal programme than Today at Wimbledon, with Balding chatting to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.

It also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action were largely reduced.

The show's unpopular studio audience has now been axed, while the venue has become a studio above Centre Court, and the tennis highlights have been increased.

The BBC is making big changes to Wimbledon 2Day after largely negative reviews.

Clare Balding's nightly Wimbledon highlights show has not gone down well with viewers or critics since it debuted last week, mainly due to its replacement of the usual Today at Wimbledon series.

The show's unpopular studio audience will be axed tonight (July 6), and will be replaced by a studio above Centre Court.

In previous years, John Inverdale hosted an evening highlights package, but Wimbledon 2Day has featured a more informal programme in which Balding chats to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.

It has also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action has been largely reduced.

The changes have been met with poor reviews, with 56% of Digital Spy users currently declaring the show dreadful, while 29% said it could do better and just 14% giving their seal of approval.

The BBC has decided to make big changes to Wimbledon 2Day after largely negative reviews.

Clare Balding's nightly Wimbledon highlights show has not gone down well with viewers or critics since it debuted last week, mainly due to its replacement of the usual Today at Wimbledon series.

The show's unpopular studio audience will be axed tonight (July 6), and will be replaced by a studio above Centre Court.

In previous years, John Inverdale hosted an evening highlights package, but Wimbledon 2Day has featured a more informal programme in which Balding chats to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.

It has also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action has been largely reduced.

The changes have been met with poor reviews, with 56% of Digital Spy users currently declaring the show dreadful, while 29% said it could do better and just 14% giving their seal of approval.

Clare Balding's new Wimbledon highlights show has been met with largely negative reviews since it debuted on Monday (June 29).

Wimbledon 2Day has been criticised by tennis fans on Twitter, while Radio Times called it "a mess, a giddy mix of inane tweets, snippets of matches (let's not forget actual tennis is being played, something, presumably we all want to see, which is why we've tuned in) and a bit of chat."

Much of the criticism has been levelled at the name of the show, and the fact that it's replaced tennis highlights with The One Show-style chat, home videos from viewers and tweets.

The show replaced the long-running Today at Wimbledon series which presented highlights of the day's action for those who may have missed the live matches while at work.

Its second show on Tuesday (June 30) appeared to be slightly tweaked to show more tennis, but viewers were still not best pleased.

Murder in Successville star Tom Davis has revealed he wants David and Victoria Beckham to guest on a second series.

BBC Three's semi-improvised comedy series stars Davis as the burly Di Sleet, with celebrity guests helping him solve a murder in the fictional 'Successville'.

"Everyone involved in it is dying to do a second series," the actor and comedian told Digital Spy. "If I'm honest, it's just whether there's a channel there to make it for!

"But yeah, fingers crossed - I'm really hopeful. There's nothing confirmed yet, but I'd love to take it up to the next level.

"We've always had big plans if it goes to a second series of what we want to do - the worry would be that people think they know how to handle it, but they've only seen the tip of the iceberg and we can pull the rug out from under them a lot more!

UK TV ratings roundup - data supplied by Barb

Big Brother's latest eviction was seen by more than 1 million people on Friday (June 19) evening.

As Jade Lynch became the eighth housemate to be evicted, Big Brother: Live Eviction was seen by an average audience of 1.07 million (6%). It peaked with 1.15 million (6.2%).

A further 462k (6.8%) watched Big Brother's: Bit on the Side at 10.30pm, while 322k (4.4%) watched live footage from the house immediately after.

Featuring guests such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Emilia Clarke, The Graham Norton Show was the evening's highest-rated programme outside of soaps.

An average audience of 3.45 million (27.4%) tuned in to watch the talk show at 10.35pm.

BBC One's evening kicked off with 2.97 million (19.4%) for The One Show at 7pm, followed by 2.47 million (14.7%) for Would I Lie to You immediately after.

Celebrity Masterchef continued with 3.34 million (18.1%) at 8.30pm, and peaked with 3.98 million (21.4%) at 9.45pm.

Over on BBC Two,...