Hannah Waddingham is sharing the powerful impact "Ted Lasso" - and its unique brand of magic - had on her acting career. Following the series finale on May 31, the actor appeared on "The View" on June 15 and spoke about how the feel-good series helped her overcome one of her greatest insecurities as an actor: her height.
"Being a woman who's not small, very tall, I had always struggled," said Waddingham, who is 5'11". She went on to explain how her stature has always been a disadvantage since she began her acting career in the early 2000s. Waddingham even recalled being turned down on more than one occasion because her male costar would have been shorter than her. When it came to booking her spot on "Ted Lasso," however, Waddingham was shocked that her costar Jason Sudeikis was not threatened by her height.
"Jason was like, 'I don't care if she wears four-inch heels.
"Being a woman who's not small, very tall, I had always struggled," said Waddingham, who is 5'11". She went on to explain how her stature has always been a disadvantage since she began her acting career in the early 2000s. Waddingham even recalled being turned down on more than one occasion because her male costar would have been shorter than her. When it came to booking her spot on "Ted Lasso," however, Waddingham was shocked that her costar Jason Sudeikis was not threatened by her height.
"Jason was like, 'I don't care if she wears four-inch heels.
- 6/15/2023
- by Chanel Vargas
- Popsugar.com
Swedish singer Loreen was named the winner of Eurovision 2023 for her pop anthem “Tattoo,” triumphing over 25 other nations in the finals on Saturday night.
This is her second time winning the contest, first earning the top prize for Sweden in 2012. She joins Ireland’s Johnny Logan, who won in 1980 and 1987, as a two-time winner. Sweden also has the joint amount of wins in the contest with Ireland at seven victories each.
>Watch Kalush Orchestra’s Tymofii Muzychuk’s uINTERVIEW!
In honor of Ukraine, Eurovision’s theme for this year was “united by music.” The event took place in Liverpool, England. Typically, the competition’s host country is the winner from the previous year, but since last year’s winner, Ukraine, is at war, the 2022 runner-up Britain hosted this year’s contest.
Loreen performed her song between two moving platforms, dancing around the stage while singing the chorus, “You’re stuck on me like a tattoo-hoo-hoo.
This is her second time winning the contest, first earning the top prize for Sweden in 2012. She joins Ireland’s Johnny Logan, who won in 1980 and 1987, as a two-time winner. Sweden also has the joint amount of wins in the contest with Ireland at seven victories each.
>Watch Kalush Orchestra’s Tymofii Muzychuk’s uINTERVIEW!
In honor of Ukraine, Eurovision’s theme for this year was “united by music.” The event took place in Liverpool, England. Typically, the competition’s host country is the winner from the previous year, but since last year’s winner, Ukraine, is at war, the 2022 runner-up Britain hosted this year’s contest.
Loreen performed her song between two moving platforms, dancing around the stage while singing the chorus, “You’re stuck on me like a tattoo-hoo-hoo.
- 5/15/2023
- by Alex Nguyen
- Uinterview
London, May 14 (Ians) Swedish contestant Loreen came first with her song ‘Tattoo’ at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, beating out 25 other countries to garner 583 points, reports ‘Variety’.
Loreen’s win means the contest will likely be held in Sweden next year. Traditionally the winning country hosts the following year’s contest. Sweden was followed by Finland’s Kaarija with 526 points and Israel’s Noa Kirel with 362 points, who took second and third place respectively, ‘Variety’ adds.
It is Loreen’s second Eurovision win: she previously won the contest in 2012 with her song ‘Euphoria’.
Eurovision, which is run by the European Broadcasting Union (Ebu), features musical acts from around Europe as well as a number of countries outside it, including Israel and Australia, who participate by virtue of their membership of the Ebu, ‘Variety’ notes.
This year’s Eurovision took place in Liverpool, UK, on behalf of last year’s winner Ukraine...
Loreen’s win means the contest will likely be held in Sweden next year. Traditionally the winning country hosts the following year’s contest. Sweden was followed by Finland’s Kaarija with 526 points and Israel’s Noa Kirel with 362 points, who took second and third place respectively, ‘Variety’ adds.
It is Loreen’s second Eurovision win: she previously won the contest in 2012 with her song ‘Euphoria’.
Eurovision, which is run by the European Broadcasting Union (Ebu), features musical acts from around Europe as well as a number of countries outside it, including Israel and Australia, who participate by virtue of their membership of the Ebu, ‘Variety’ notes.
This year’s Eurovision took place in Liverpool, UK, on behalf of last year’s winner Ukraine...
- 5/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The theme of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, ‘United by Music,’ announced both the annual musical extravaganza’s all-embracing intentions and its status as a joint endeavor. With 2022 winners Ukraine unable to host in Kyiv due to the war, the U.K. – last year’s runners-up, thanks to Sam Ryder’s soaring “Space Man” – stepped in to reinstall this ever more spectacular circus (along with multiple Ukrainian creative personnel) in Liverpool, birthplace of the Beatles. A declaration that this was to be the glitziest of collabs was served via a prologue that paired Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra, reworking last year’s winning entry “Stefania”, with the Princess of Wales, apparently providing piano accompaniment from within Windsor Castle. Soft power-a-go-go.
There was no President Zelenskyy address – ruled unduly political by the Eurovision mandarins, a decision that felt questionable even before Ukraine’s 2023 entry, Tvorchi’s “Heart of Steel,” implored “don’t...
There was no President Zelenskyy address – ruled unduly political by the Eurovision mandarins, a decision that felt questionable even before Ukraine’s 2023 entry, Tvorchi’s “Heart of Steel,” implored “don’t...
- 5/14/2023
- by Mike McCahill
- Variety Film + TV
It’s two minutes into the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 and I already have chills. I’m watching something a lot of British people thought we’d never see: a Eurovision hosted in the U.K. After years of abysmal performances and frustration, the U.K. finally changed the narrative last year, finishing in second place behind Ukraine. Because of Russia’s invasion of their country, Ukraine is unable to host, so the northern English city of Liverpool has stepped up to host on their behalf. The show was opened by Kalush Orchestra,...
- 5/14/2023
- by Louis Staples
- Rollingstone.com
Sweden has won the Eurovision Song Contest 2023.
Swedish contestant Loreen came first with her song “Tattoo,” beating out 25 other countries to garner 583 points. Her win means the contest will likely be held in Sweden next year.
Traditionally the winning country hosts the following year’s contest.
Sweden was followed by Finland’s Käärijä with 526 points and Israel’s Noa Kirel with 362 points, who took second and third place respectively.
This year’s Eurovision took place in Liverpool, U.K. on behalf of last year’s winner Ukraine after it was deemed too dangerous to hold Eurovision in the country following the Russian invasion. Ukrainian entry Kalush Orchestra won last year’s contest followed by the U.K.’s Sam Ryder in close second.
Remarkably it is Loreen’s second Eurovision win: she previously won the contest in 2012 with her song “Euphoria.”
Eurovision, which is run by the European Broadcasting Union...
Swedish contestant Loreen came first with her song “Tattoo,” beating out 25 other countries to garner 583 points. Her win means the contest will likely be held in Sweden next year.
Traditionally the winning country hosts the following year’s contest.
Sweden was followed by Finland’s Käärijä with 526 points and Israel’s Noa Kirel with 362 points, who took second and third place respectively.
This year’s Eurovision took place in Liverpool, U.K. on behalf of last year’s winner Ukraine after it was deemed too dangerous to hold Eurovision in the country following the Russian invasion. Ukrainian entry Kalush Orchestra won last year’s contest followed by the U.K.’s Sam Ryder in close second.
Remarkably it is Loreen’s second Eurovision win: she previously won the contest in 2012 with her song “Euphoria.”
Eurovision, which is run by the European Broadcasting Union...
- 5/13/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
The Eurovision Song Contest paid tribute to John Lennon during the grand final on Saturday night with a cover of “Imagine.”
After all this year’s contestants had completed their performances and the phone lines opened for the public vote, a number of former contestants from previous years delivered a tribute to some famous Liverpudlian musical acts, including Lennon, former Spice Girl Mel C, Atomic Kitten and Gerry and the Pacemakers.
Imagine iconic Eurovision alumni taking to the stage together… Oh wait, you don't have to! #Eurovision pic.twitter.com/v6iFWYNfrV
— Eurovision Song Contest (@Eurovision) May 13, 2023
Italian singer and former Eurovision contestant Mahmood opened the musical interlude – nicknamed the Eurovision All Stars – with a performance of Lennon’s “Imagine.” He was followed by Israeli winner Netta, who came first in the contest in 2018, performing “You Spin Me Around” by 1980s band Dead or Alive. Next came Daði Freyr from...
After all this year’s contestants had completed their performances and the phone lines opened for the public vote, a number of former contestants from previous years delivered a tribute to some famous Liverpudlian musical acts, including Lennon, former Spice Girl Mel C, Atomic Kitten and Gerry and the Pacemakers.
Imagine iconic Eurovision alumni taking to the stage together… Oh wait, you don't have to! #Eurovision pic.twitter.com/v6iFWYNfrV
— Eurovision Song Contest (@Eurovision) May 13, 2023
Italian singer and former Eurovision contestant Mahmood opened the musical interlude – nicknamed the Eurovision All Stars – with a performance of Lennon’s “Imagine.” He was followed by Israeli winner Netta, who came first in the contest in 2018, performing “You Spin Me Around” by 1980s band Dead or Alive. Next came Daði Freyr from...
- 5/13/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
The Eurovision Song Contest is back, and we’ve got all the details on when and how to watch it from the comfort of your own home.
When does Eurovision 2023 take place?
The first semifinals were held on Tuesday, May 9, and the second will be on Thursday, May 11. The final is on Saturday, May 13.
Where is it being held?
The contest is being hosted in Liverpool, England, as 2022’s winning country, Ukraine, is still at war with Russia.
Where is it streaming?
All three days of Eurovision 2023 stream on Peacock at 3 p.m. Et/noon Pt.
Also Read:
What Is Eurovision? A Guide for Confused Americans
Who is hosting?
The four hosts for the semifinals and grand finale are “Ted Lasso” star Hannah Waddingham, British TV host Graham Norton, Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina of The Hardkiss, and singer Alesha Dixon, formerly of Mis-Teeq.
Which countries and artists are participating?
A full list is available here,...
When does Eurovision 2023 take place?
The first semifinals were held on Tuesday, May 9, and the second will be on Thursday, May 11. The final is on Saturday, May 13.
Where is it being held?
The contest is being hosted in Liverpool, England, as 2022’s winning country, Ukraine, is still at war with Russia.
Where is it streaming?
All three days of Eurovision 2023 stream on Peacock at 3 p.m. Et/noon Pt.
Also Read:
What Is Eurovision? A Guide for Confused Americans
Who is hosting?
The four hosts for the semifinals and grand finale are “Ted Lasso” star Hannah Waddingham, British TV host Graham Norton, Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina of The Hardkiss, and singer Alesha Dixon, formerly of Mis-Teeq.
Which countries and artists are participating?
A full list is available here,...
- 5/13/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Catherine, the Princess of Wales, made a surprise appearance during the opening of the Eurovision Song Contest’s grand final on Saturday evening alongside Andrew Lloyd-Webber, rapper Ms Banks and last year’s Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra, who hail from Ukraine.
The princess, who is married to Britain’s Prince William, appeared in a pre-recorded clip playing an instrumental version of Kalush Orchestra’s winning song “Stefania” on the piano, which she recorded in the Crimson Drawing Room of Windsor Castle earlier this month.
The clip was part of a montage of different artists – including Lloyd-Webber and Ms Banks – who performed a version of the song alongside Kalush Orchestra themselves. Also featuring in the line-up were last year’s runner-up Sam Ryder, Ballet Black, Bolt Strings, and Joss Stone.
Catherine’s instrumental version was arranged by Joe Price and Kojo Samuel.
This year’s Eurovision is being held in Liverpool,...
The princess, who is married to Britain’s Prince William, appeared in a pre-recorded clip playing an instrumental version of Kalush Orchestra’s winning song “Stefania” on the piano, which she recorded in the Crimson Drawing Room of Windsor Castle earlier this month.
The clip was part of a montage of different artists – including Lloyd-Webber and Ms Banks – who performed a version of the song alongside Kalush Orchestra themselves. Also featuring in the line-up were last year’s runner-up Sam Ryder, Ballet Black, Bolt Strings, and Joss Stone.
Catherine’s instrumental version was arranged by Joe Price and Kojo Samuel.
This year’s Eurovision is being held in Liverpool,...
- 5/13/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
The kitch-est night in music is finally here.
The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest is set to broadcast from Liverpool, U.K. at 8pm local time with an array of brilliant and bonkers acts from across Europe and beyond.
Hosted by musician turned “Britain’s Got Talent” judge Alisha Dixon, “Ted Lasso” star Hannah Waddingham and Ukrainian rocker Julia Sanina, this year’s extravaganza – which pays homage to last year’s winning country Ukraine – is set to be bigger than ever as 26 countries compete to take home the Eurovision trophy.
For those who can’t make it to the Liverpool Arena, here’s where you can watch at home live…
U.S.
NBC’s streaming service Peacock from 3pm Edt on May 13
U.K.
BBC One from 8pm BST on May 13
France
France 2 from 9pm Cet on May 13
Italy
Rai 1 from 9pm Cet on May 13
Germany
Das Erste from...
The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest is set to broadcast from Liverpool, U.K. at 8pm local time with an array of brilliant and bonkers acts from across Europe and beyond.
Hosted by musician turned “Britain’s Got Talent” judge Alisha Dixon, “Ted Lasso” star Hannah Waddingham and Ukrainian rocker Julia Sanina, this year’s extravaganza – which pays homage to last year’s winning country Ukraine – is set to be bigger than ever as 26 countries compete to take home the Eurovision trophy.
For those who can’t make it to the Liverpool Arena, here’s where you can watch at home live…
U.S.
NBC’s streaming service Peacock from 3pm Edt on May 13
U.K.
BBC One from 8pm BST on May 13
France
France 2 from 9pm Cet on May 13
Italy
Rai 1 from 9pm Cet on May 13
Germany
Das Erste from...
- 5/13/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Eurovision is back. The annual song contest is being held this year in Liverpool, with the Grand Final taking place on May 13 after two days of semifinals. This year, the event is hosted by "Ted Lasso" star Hannah Waddingham, UK TV host Graham Norton, British singer Alesha Dixon, and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina.
And yes, even though the United States is not competing in Eurovision (and never has), you can still watch it in the US. Ahead, learn everything you need to know about Eurovision 2023.
What Is Eurovision?
Eurovision, officially known as the Eurovision Song Contest, is an annual international song competition. The member countries are primarily (but not exclusively) in Europe. The first was held in 1956, mainly as a way to experiment with live broadcasting and to fund cheap programming. The only year the concert has not been held since is 2020, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The performances of...
And yes, even though the United States is not competing in Eurovision (and never has), you can still watch it in the US. Ahead, learn everything you need to know about Eurovision 2023.
What Is Eurovision?
Eurovision, officially known as the Eurovision Song Contest, is an annual international song competition. The member countries are primarily (but not exclusively) in Europe. The first was held in 1956, mainly as a way to experiment with live broadcasting and to fund cheap programming. The only year the concert has not been held since is 2020, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The performances of...
- 5/13/2023
- by Victoria Edel
- Popsugar.com
Never mind which country takes the Eurovision crown this evening in Liverpool, UK – the audience has already claimed its favourite, and it’s the host Hannah Waddingham.
The London-born actor – sharing presenting duties with UK TV star Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina – was previously better known in the US than her home country, but that has all changed this week.
Click here for the full lineup of Grand Final countries taking part this evening
Waddingham won over the audience, who began chanting her name during Tuesday evening’s first semi-final after she recited the rules in perfect French. She told the crowd: “You see, Europe, some of us Brits do bother to learn another language.”
And her exuberance, warmth and spontaneous dance moves have all caught the notice of viewers, who have captured her in memes and epithets on social media.
At the press conference ahead of this evening’s Grand Final,...
The London-born actor – sharing presenting duties with UK TV star Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina – was previously better known in the US than her home country, but that has all changed this week.
Click here for the full lineup of Grand Final countries taking part this evening
Waddingham won over the audience, who began chanting her name during Tuesday evening’s first semi-final after she recited the rules in perfect French. She told the crowd: “You see, Europe, some of us Brits do bother to learn another language.”
And her exuberance, warmth and spontaneous dance moves have all caught the notice of viewers, who have captured her in memes and epithets on social media.
At the press conference ahead of this evening’s Grand Final,...
- 5/13/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Sony looks for ‘Love Again’, with Celine Dion’s first on-screen role.
Universal comedy sequel Book Club: The Next Chapter leads the openers at this weekend’s UK-Ireland box office, starting its story in 612 cinemas.
Directed by Bill Holderman and written by Holderman and Erin Simms, the film follows four best friends who take their book club to Italy for the girls trip they never had.
It is a sequel to 2018’s Book Club, also directed by Holderman, which Paramount released and which opened to £721,512 in 519 cinemas at a £1,390 average. The film finished on a £4.2m cume; The Next Chapter...
Universal comedy sequel Book Club: The Next Chapter leads the openers at this weekend’s UK-Ireland box office, starting its story in 612 cinemas.
Directed by Bill Holderman and written by Holderman and Erin Simms, the film follows four best friends who take their book club to Italy for the girls trip they never had.
It is a sequel to 2018’s Book Club, also directed by Holderman, which Paramount released and which opened to £721,512 in 519 cinemas at a £1,390 average. The film finished on a £4.2m cume; The Next Chapter...
- 5/12/2023
- by Ben Dalton
- ScreenDaily
The second of two Eurovision Song Contest semi-finals took place on Thursday in Liverpool, northern England.
10 countries qualified for the Grand Final to take place on Saturday night, where they will join the 10 countries who triumphed in the first semi-final on Tuesday, along with Ukraine and ‘the big 5’ – Spain, Italy, France, Germany and UK. 26 countries in total will be competing at the Grand Final.
The UK is hosting the 67th Contest on behalf of Ukraine, who won in 2022 but were unable to accommodate proceedings this year due to the war. As on Tuesday night’s first semi-final, the hosts for the second semi-final were Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina and Brits Hannah Waddingham and Alesha Dixon.
The interval act on Thursday evening brought together different generations of Ukrainian music. Ukraine’s 2014 winner Mariya Yaremchuk performed well-known pieces of music from her country, before she was joined by rapper Otoy and Zlata Dziunka...
10 countries qualified for the Grand Final to take place on Saturday night, where they will join the 10 countries who triumphed in the first semi-final on Tuesday, along with Ukraine and ‘the big 5’ – Spain, Italy, France, Germany and UK. 26 countries in total will be competing at the Grand Final.
The UK is hosting the 67th Contest on behalf of Ukraine, who won in 2022 but were unable to accommodate proceedings this year due to the war. As on Tuesday night’s first semi-final, the hosts for the second semi-final were Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina and Brits Hannah Waddingham and Alesha Dixon.
The interval act on Thursday evening brought together different generations of Ukrainian music. Ukraine’s 2014 winner Mariya Yaremchuk performed well-known pieces of music from her country, before she was joined by rapper Otoy and Zlata Dziunka...
- 5/11/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
The 67th Eurovision Song Contest kicked off with a bang on Tuesday night in the UK with the first of two semi-finals.
The city of Liverpool in northern England is playing host to the event this year, on behalf of last year’s winners Ukraine – whose culture was visible throughout proceedings, as it will be all week. A moving interval dance paid tribute to the country who are unable to host this year due to war.
The newly-crowned King and Queen made a surprise appearance – one of their first since their Coronation on Saturday – in the the opening sequence before the first semi-final began at the M&s Bank arena in Liverpool.
The royal couple featured in the opening credits, in a Welcome to Liverpool film. They had previously attended the M&s Bank Arena to officially open the stage for this year’s competition.
The King and Queen make...
The city of Liverpool in northern England is playing host to the event this year, on behalf of last year’s winners Ukraine – whose culture was visible throughout proceedings, as it will be all week. A moving interval dance paid tribute to the country who are unable to host this year due to war.
The newly-crowned King and Queen made a surprise appearance – one of their first since their Coronation on Saturday – in the the opening sequence before the first semi-final began at the M&s Bank arena in Liverpool.
The royal couple featured in the opening credits, in a Welcome to Liverpool film. They had previously attended the M&s Bank Arena to officially open the stage for this year’s competition.
The King and Queen make...
- 5/9/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
The Coronation was but the warm-up event. This coming Saturday sees the UK play host to the 67th Eurovision Song Contest and venue city Liverpool is pulling out all the stops.
Sunday evening even saw local chart-toppers – from 40 years ago – Frankie Goes to Hollywood reunite after an acrimonious split in 1987. The band, responsible for huge hits ‘Relax’ and ’Two Tribes’, took to the stage at an outdoor event in Liverpool which signalled the beginning of this special Eurovision week for the city.
Frankie fans were delighted to see the band back together, although they were left bemused by them playing only one song ‘Welcome to the Pleasuredome’ before lead vocalist Holly Johnson told fans, “Bless you. Lovely to see you all,” and the band left the stage.
Ukrainian presence
The UK is playing host in place of last year’s winners Ukraine, who would traditionally host but are prevented this year by war.
Sunday evening even saw local chart-toppers – from 40 years ago – Frankie Goes to Hollywood reunite after an acrimonious split in 1987. The band, responsible for huge hits ‘Relax’ and ’Two Tribes’, took to the stage at an outdoor event in Liverpool which signalled the beginning of this special Eurovision week for the city.
Frankie fans were delighted to see the band back together, although they were left bemused by them playing only one song ‘Welcome to the Pleasuredome’ before lead vocalist Holly Johnson told fans, “Bless you. Lovely to see you all,” and the band left the stage.
Ukrainian presence
The UK is playing host in place of last year’s winners Ukraine, who would traditionally host but are prevented this year by war.
- 5/9/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
The 67th edition of everyone's favorite pop music show, the Eurovision Song Contest, is rapidly nearing. Eurovision week is less than a fortnight away, set to start on Tuesday, May 9, running until May 13. For the performing artists, no less than the hordes of Euro-crazy fans that descend upon the host city every year, anticipation is ramping up.
However, this year's edition will be rather different from the usual extravaganza - and not just because of the inevitable changes in trends in pop music. Here's why Eurovision this year will be an especially poignant occasion.
Related: Eurovision Song Contest 2022: What To Expect From This Year's Competition
Liverpool and Ukraine
As any member of the Eurovision cognoscenti will recall, last year's edition was won by the Ukrainian group Kalush Orchestra with a record score. However, the war in Ukraine last year shows no signs of abating. Although the Russian threat to the capital city,...
However, this year's edition will be rather different from the usual extravaganza - and not just because of the inevitable changes in trends in pop music. Here's why Eurovision this year will be an especially poignant occasion.
Related: Eurovision Song Contest 2022: What To Expect From This Year's Competition
Liverpool and Ukraine
As any member of the Eurovision cognoscenti will recall, last year's edition was won by the Ukrainian group Kalush Orchestra with a record score. However, the war in Ukraine last year shows no signs of abating. Although the Russian threat to the capital city,...
- 5/5/2023
- by Craig Jones
- MovieWeb
Rylan Clark will appear in a special Eurovision-themed episode of Radio 4 soap The Archers.
In an episode of the long-running radio show, Clark will stop by the fictional village of Ambridge on his way to Liverpool to judge the village’s Eurovision Variety Show.
The former X Factor star is part of this year’s Eurovision presenting team, and will be commentating on the semi-final shows alongside Scott Mills.
Clark said: “I’m looking forward to getting my wellies on and checking out what Eurovision excitement Ambridge’s residents have to offer as I pop into the iconic Archers.
“I’ve seen some drama throughout my time but nothing compares to what’s about to unfold in Ambridge.”
The episode will air on Friday 12 May, ahead of the Eurovision final in Liverpool on Saturday 13 May.
The Archers editor Jeremy Howe said: “We’re delighted to have Rylan stop over in...
In an episode of the long-running radio show, Clark will stop by the fictional village of Ambridge on his way to Liverpool to judge the village’s Eurovision Variety Show.
The former X Factor star is part of this year’s Eurovision presenting team, and will be commentating on the semi-final shows alongside Scott Mills.
Clark said: “I’m looking forward to getting my wellies on and checking out what Eurovision excitement Ambridge’s residents have to offer as I pop into the iconic Archers.
“I’ve seen some drama throughout my time but nothing compares to what’s about to unfold in Ambridge.”
The episode will air on Friday 12 May, ahead of the Eurovision final in Liverpool on Saturday 13 May.
The Archers editor Jeremy Howe said: “We’re delighted to have Rylan stop over in...
- 4/5/2023
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
The 2023 Eurovision Song Contest is right around the corner — May 9-13 to be exact. With that in mind, here’s everything you need to know about the world’s biggest, best, and brightest music competition.
When is the Eurovision Song Contest?
First up, the semi-finals will take place on May 9 and May 11, respectively. Then, after everyone has qualified, the grand final will take place on May 13 at 20:00 BST.
Where is the Eurovision Song Contest?
Usually, the contest is held in the country that won the previous year’s competition. However, Ukraine won last year and they are unable to host this year’s edition due to the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war.
Instead, this year’s competition will be held in the UK, who finished second last year. Specifically, the contest will take place in Liverpool at the Liverpool Arena.
Who is in the Eurovision Song Contest?
Ukraine qualify for the...
When is the Eurovision Song Contest?
First up, the semi-finals will take place on May 9 and May 11, respectively. Then, after everyone has qualified, the grand final will take place on May 13 at 20:00 BST.
Where is the Eurovision Song Contest?
Usually, the contest is held in the country that won the previous year’s competition. However, Ukraine won last year and they are unable to host this year’s edition due to the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war.
Instead, this year’s competition will be held in the UK, who finished second last year. Specifically, the contest will take place in Liverpool at the Liverpool Arena.
Who is in the Eurovision Song Contest?
Ukraine qualify for the...
- 3/29/2023
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
For the first time in its history, the Eurovision Song Contest will be broadcast live in cinemas across the UK.
The European Broadcasting Union, who runs the event, has confirmed the grand final of this year’s Contest – to take place in the northern UK city of Liverpool on May 13th – will be beamed into cinemas, where they also encourage fancy dress and singalongs.
After many years of Brits slighting the event, which they haven’t won since 1997, Eurovision has caught the imagination in the UK this year, following the British entry Sam Ryder’s second place last year.
Ukraine won, but the UK will be hosting in its place, while the war continues in the eastern European country.
Tickets for seats in the Liverpool arena – for the grand-final plus two semi-finals and rehearsals – were sold out within 40 minutes of going on sale.
In other Eurovision news:
TikTok has been...
The European Broadcasting Union, who runs the event, has confirmed the grand final of this year’s Contest – to take place in the northern UK city of Liverpool on May 13th – will be beamed into cinemas, where they also encourage fancy dress and singalongs.
After many years of Brits slighting the event, which they haven’t won since 1997, Eurovision has caught the imagination in the UK this year, following the British entry Sam Ryder’s second place last year.
Ukraine won, but the UK will be hosting in its place, while the war continues in the eastern European country.
Tickets for seats in the Liverpool arena – for the grand-final plus two semi-finals and rehearsals – were sold out within 40 minutes of going on sale.
In other Eurovision news:
TikTok has been...
- 3/25/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Hannah Waddinghan, Emmy-winning star of Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso, looks set to appear in Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two, the upcoming film in the billion-dollar spy franchise.
Director Christoper McQuarrie took to his Instagram page to welcome Waddington to the action sequel with a brief and cryptic “And Hannah Waddingham… #Godspeed#DeadReckoning.”
Waddinghan, who broke out as the tough-as-nails but complicated football club owner on Ted Lasso, has also been named as one of the hosts of the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Liverpool between May 9-13.
Waddingham will co-host the two semifinals on May 9 and May 11 alongside Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina, with Graham Norton joining the three for the grand final on May 13.
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Waddinghan, who broke out as the tough-as-nails but complicated football club owner on Ted Lasso, has also been named as one of the hosts of the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Liverpool between May 9-13.
Waddingham will co-host the two semifinals on May 9 and May 11 alongside Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina, with Graham Norton joining the three for the grand final on May 13.
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- 3/10/2023
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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- 2/22/2023
- by Erianne Lewis
- TVLine.com
Eurovision Song Contest now has a complete panel of hosts for its upcoming broadcast. While Irish host Graham Norton will return as he always does, this time alternating between hosting and commentating, the 2023 finale will also feature Ted Lasso star, Hannah Waddingham.
“There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years – from the camaraderie of all the acts backstage, to the epic scale of the show,” Waddingham shared in a statement.
She added: “It’s one of the world’s greatest music festivals,...
“There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years – from the camaraderie of all the acts backstage, to the epic scale of the show,” Waddingham shared in a statement.
She added: “It’s one of the world’s greatest music festivals,...
- 2/22/2023
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
From AFC Richmond to the Eurovision Song Contest.
Hannah Waddinghan, Emmy-winning star of Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso, has been named as one of the hosts of the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Liverpool between May 9-13.
Waddingham will co-host the two semifinals on May 9 and May 11 alongside Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina, with Graham Norton joining the three for the grand final on May 13.
The U.K. — which came second in 2022 — is hosting the 2023 Eurovision contest on behalf of last year’s winner Ukraine, which is unable to host due to the invasion of Russia.
“There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years — from the camaraderie of all the acts backstage, to the epic scale of the show,” said Waddingham. ” It’s one of the world’s greatest music festivals, but this year, perhaps more than ever,...
Hannah Waddinghan, Emmy-winning star of Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso, has been named as one of the hosts of the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Liverpool between May 9-13.
Waddingham will co-host the two semifinals on May 9 and May 11 alongside Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina, with Graham Norton joining the three for the grand final on May 13.
The U.K. — which came second in 2022 — is hosting the 2023 Eurovision contest on behalf of last year’s winner Ukraine, which is unable to host due to the invasion of Russia.
“There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years — from the camaraderie of all the acts backstage, to the epic scale of the show,” said Waddingham. ” It’s one of the world’s greatest music festivals, but this year, perhaps more than ever,...
- 2/22/2023
- by Alex Ritman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Ted Lasso” star Hannah Waddingham is set to host the Eurovision Song Contest final in May, it has been revealed.
Waddingham, who plays soccer club owner Rebecca Welton in the Apple TV drama, will host Eurovision alongside Graham Norton, “Britain’s Got Talent” judge Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina.
Norton is the BBC’s longtime commentator of Eurovision and on the night of the Grande Finale in Liverpool will be alternating hosting duties with commentating. Mel Giedroyc will fill in in the commentary box when Norton is on stage.
Dixon started her career as a pop star in R&b group Mis-teeq before pivoting to television presenting following a stint on “Strictly Come Dancing.” Sanina is a singer and composer as well as frontwoman of rock band The Hardkiss.
“There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years – from the...
Waddingham, who plays soccer club owner Rebecca Welton in the Apple TV drama, will host Eurovision alongside Graham Norton, “Britain’s Got Talent” judge Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina.
Norton is the BBC’s longtime commentator of Eurovision and on the night of the Grande Finale in Liverpool will be alternating hosting duties with commentating. Mel Giedroyc will fill in in the commentary box when Norton is on stage.
Dixon started her career as a pop star in R&b group Mis-teeq before pivoting to television presenting following a stint on “Strictly Come Dancing.” Sanina is a singer and composer as well as frontwoman of rock band The Hardkiss.
“There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years – from the...
- 2/22/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham will present the BBC’s Eurovision Song Contest coverage later this year.
Waddingham is part of a presenting and commentary line-up including stalwarts Graham Norton and Rylan, Julia Sanina, Alesha Dixon, Timur Miroshnychenko, Sam Quek, Mel Giedroyc, Scott Mills and Claire Sweeney.
Miroshnychenko is a Ukrainian presenter, coming as the UK stepped in to host the awards that should have been in Ukraine. Ukrainian rap trio Kalush Orchestra won last year’s contest but cannot host due to the war so the UK is hosting in Liverpool as the nation came second.
Emmy winner Waddingham plays Rebecca Welton in Apple TV+ comedy series Ted Lasso and past credits include Sex Education and How to Lose Friends and Alienate People.
“There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years – from the camaraderie of all the acts backstage,...
Waddingham is part of a presenting and commentary line-up including stalwarts Graham Norton and Rylan, Julia Sanina, Alesha Dixon, Timur Miroshnychenko, Sam Quek, Mel Giedroyc, Scott Mills and Claire Sweeney.
Miroshnychenko is a Ukrainian presenter, coming as the UK stepped in to host the awards that should have been in Ukraine. Ukrainian rap trio Kalush Orchestra won last year’s contest but cannot host due to the war so the UK is hosting in Liverpool as the nation came second.
Emmy winner Waddingham plays Rebecca Welton in Apple TV+ comedy series Ted Lasso and past credits include Sex Education and How to Lose Friends and Alienate People.
“There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years – from the camaraderie of all the acts backstage,...
- 2/22/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
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