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Category: Celebrity

  • Jim Parsons And The Gay Jackpot

    When Jim Parsons signed his new deal earlier this year for more episodes of the US’s hit CBS TV Series The Big Bang Theory, the 41-year-old became the highest paid openly gay actor. His $1 million paycheck per episode surpasses all other LGBT actors currently in a major or recurring role on network and cable television.

    Parsons, 41, has also just received his seventh Emmy Nomination, this time for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for portraying Tommy Boatwright in ‘The Normal Heart’ a role which he had previously played on Broadway.

    CelebrityNetworth.com estimates that Jim Parson is worth $30 million, stating that he’s earned most of his worth from The Big Bang Theory.

  • Britains Got Talent Drag Star La Voix In Panto

    Oh yes she is…

    Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist La Voix will star as Widow Twankey alongside Ben Richards as Abanazar in Aladdin, one of the only traditional pantomimes in central London, playing at the Shaw Theatre in Kings Cross from Thursday 11 December. On sale now.
    Aladdin is a traditional pantomime for the whole family, featuring a live band, stunning sets, glittering costumes, and plenty of audience participation. Aladdin promises to be a truly spectacular pantomime, and one of the only traditional pantomimes in central London. So get ready to take a magical carpet ride on an enchanting journey you’ll remember forever!

    La Voix will star as Widow Twankey. La Voix is a 2014 Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist, whose accolades include Best Drag Act at this year’s London Cabaret Awards. A vivacious performer with live spine-tingling vocals, La Voix’s uncanny ability to switch between the vocal styles of Tina Turner, Shirley Bassey, Liza Minnelli, Judy Garland or Cher with the click of a finger leaves audiences mesmerised.

    Ben Richards will star as Abanazar. Ben recently starred in the UK Tour of Rock of Ages, with other recent theatre including leading roles in Oliver! at Sheffield Crucible, the UK Tour of 9 to 5, Priscilla Queen of the Desert at The Palace Theatre, Guys And Dolls at the Piccadilly Theatre, Grease at the Victoria Palace Theatre and Saturday Night Fever at the London Palladium. Ben is well known for TV roles including PC Nate Roberts in The Bill, Justin in Holby City and Bruno Milligan in Footballers’ Wives.
    The cast also features Justin Thomas (Wicked, Dirty Dancing) as Aladdin, Helen Kurup (CBBC’s I Dream) as Princess Jasmine, Matthew Wesley (From Here to Eternity, Cabaret) as Genie of the Lamp, Lauren Storer as Genie of the Ring, Paul Lawrence Thomas as Wishee Washee, Oliver Broad as PC Pongo and Mark Lyminster as Emperor of China.

    LISTINGS
    THURSDAY 11 DECEMBER 2014 TO SATURDAY 3 JANUARY 2015
    SHAW THEATRE
    100-110 Euston Rd, London NW1 2AJ
    Press Performances: Saturday 13 December at 2.00pm and 5.30pm, Tuesday 16 December at 7.00pm
    Tickets: £10.50-21.50 (£68.00 Family of 4)
    Box office 0844 248 5075 | www.shaw-theatre.com
    ON SALE NOW

  • Andrea Faustini Overwhelmed To Be On X Factor Tour

    It’s that time of year again, when the X Factor announces its springtime tour and is set to feature bookies favourite Andrea Faustini as its headliner.

    You’ve joined them on the journey from the judges’ room to the arena, been on the edge of your sofa during the dramatic six-chair challenge at Bootcamp, travelled to Judges’ Houses, tuned in to see the starlets transform in the live studio shows…and now is your chance to see your favourite acts live in person as they embark on The X Factor 2015 Live Tour.

    On hearing the news Andrea said, ‘I feel overwhelmed. It’s an amazing chance for me to show everyone who I am. It’s going to be a massive experience for me.’

    Joining him on the tour will be, Ben Haenow, Fleur East, Jay James, Lauren Platt, Only The Young, Stevi Ritchie and Stereo Kicks.

    Tour Dates:
    February
    Friday February 13th Belfast Odyssey Arena
    Sunday February 15th 3 Arena Dublin
    Wednesday February 18th Bournemouth BIC
    Thursday February 19th Bournemouth BIC
    Friday February 20th Manchester Arena
    Sunday February 22nd Nottingham Capital FM Arena
    Thursday February 26th Newcastle Metro Arena
    Friday February 27th Glasgow The SSE Hydro

    March
    Sunday March 1st Aberdeen GE Arena (AECC)
    Thursday 5th March Sheffield Motorpoint Arena
    Saturday March 7th Leeds First Direct Arena
    Sunday March 8th Liverpool Echo Arena
    Monday March 9th Cardiff Motorpoint Arena
    Tuesday March 10th Cardiff Motorpoint Arena
    Thursday March 12th London The SSE Arena, Wembley
    Saturday March 14th Birmingham LG Arena
    Monday March 16th Brighton Centre
    Tuesday March 17th Brighton Centre
    Friday March 20th London The O2
    Saturday March 21st London The O2 Matinee show

  • Win a Double Date with Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black

    Yes you read that right, one of the cutest and hottest gay couples around are offering YOU the chance to hang out with them both to raise money for their favourite charities.

    They will fly you and your best mate to London for the best double date of your life! You’ll spend the morning poolside with Lance cheering on Tom at diving practice. Next, you’ll explore the city, from ice skating at Somerset House to High Tea at The Ritz. Then you will get the chance for the best selfie atop the iconic London Eye. After sightseeing, a professional styling session will have you looking smashing for our dinner at one of the best restaurants in Town. And to wrap up the night? They will show you some of their favourite local spots.

    Tom is going to donate his portion of the money raised to OMAZE The Brain Tumor Charity in honour of his late father, whilst Dustin will be donating his half to HRC The Human Rights Campaign in memory of his brother

    If you are too shy to meet the boys (as if) there are other ways you can help them raise more money for their favourite charities. E.G. give a $1000 and receive a signed pair of Tom’s Speedos. Now there’s a thought.

    Full details fromhttp://www.omaze.com/experiences/tom-daley-dustin-lance-black but in the meanwhile check out the video that these couple of charmers made.

    P.S. I’ve already had my selfie Dustin, and he will not stop talking about it.

     

  • Rumoured Jungle Celeb Tom Daley Already Bookies Fave To Win

    So Tom Daley is rumoured to be heading into the Australian jungle for the new serious of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here after leaving a heavy hint on Instagram this morning.

    Well, the champion diver is already, in fact, the favourite to WIN according to Ladbrokes.

    He is already the favourite to be crowned king of the jungle with odds at 7/2 to win!

    Tom Daley himself 2 hours ago Instagrammed this pic of himself… is it a slight hint?

    A number of celebrities have already been hinted at to join ITV flagship programme including Jake Quickenden, who was recently axed from XFACTOR. TOWIE’s Gemma Collins and Melanie Sykes have confirmed their participation in the show.

    EARLY WINNER

    The bushtucker trials await this year’s I’m A Celebrity contestants and the bookies make Tom Daley the early 7/2 favourite for glory, or it’s a 7/1 shot fellow Olympian Nicola Adams lands the knockout blow.

    X Factor reject Jake Quickenden could soon be back on ITV screens and it’s 10/1 he wins, or odds of 16/1 are on offer that Melanie Sykes lasts the longest in the jungle.

    TOWIE babe Jessica Wright could fancy heading Down Under to get over her break-up and it’s a 25/1 shot she finds happiness again and is crowned the 2014 winner.

    Jessica Bridge of Ladbrokes said: “There’s still a fortnight to go but Tom’s already been backed by punters and he’s clearly the one to beat this year. Unfortunately with heavy rain showers predicted it looks like the bikini babes are going to struggle to pick up votes without the infamous shower scenes.”

    Ladbrokes latest betting I’m A Celeb winner 2014

     

    7/2 Tom Daley

    6/1 Jim Davidson

    6/1 Robbie Savage

    6/1 Tulisa Contostavios

    7/1 Nicola Adams

    8/1 Vicky Pattison

    8/1 Max George

    8/1 Michelle Keegan

    10/1 Jake Quickenden

    12/1 Dynamo

    14/1 Gemma Merna

    14/1 Alex Reid

    14/1 Gemma Collins

    16/1 Chloe Jasmine

    16/1 Teri Hatcher

    16/1 Melanie Sykes

    16/1 Lucy Watson

    20/1 Rustie Lee

    20/1 Hulk Hogan

    20/1 Brianne Delcourt

    20/1 Chloe Sims

    20/1 Roy Keane

    25/1 Pascal Craymer

    25/1 Jessica Wright

    25/1 Nik Speakman

    33/1 Kellie Maloney

    33/1 Josie Cunningham

     

    The new series of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here starts this weekend on the 16th November.

  • Harry Styles In Sexuality Speculation Overdrive

    Harry Styles In Sexuality Speculation Overdrive

    The rumour mill is in overdrive after an interview with the One Direction star casts speculation on the star’s sexuality.

     

    Harry Styles

    During an interview with Harry and Liam from the World’s most successful boyband, Harry dropped a rather heavy hint that perhaps his sexuality maybe isn’t just that of heterosexual.

    When the pair were asked what they looked for in a partner, Liam answered,

    ‘Female, that’s a good trait.’

    However Harry said, with an awkward giggle:

    ‘Not that important’.

    ‘I would say sense of humour, and like natural”.

    Later he added,

    “Someone who’s nice, you know’

     

    So apparently gender is not important to Styles. Whatever or whoever he is, TheGayUK wish him well.

    In 2013 Boy George caused a stir when he said,

    ‘Odds Are One Of One Direction Are Gay.’

    ‘I wouldn’t know who One Direction were if they fell on my head,’ he joked. ‘I’m older than them, they should treat me with respect. I blocked all the band, I couldn’t be bothered to hear anything they said but I couldn’t help winding up their fans.’

    ‘The odds are one of One Direction must be gay. I think everyone is a bit bisexual deep down, so the odds are they are probably all bisexual. They’re rock stars so it’s what you’d expect, isn’t it? I’d be disappointed if they weren’t.’

  • John Barrowman Gives Husband A Puppy

    John Barrowman MBE, celebrity ambassador for the charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, has sponsored an adorable cocker spaniel puppy called Merry as a gift for his husband, Scott, this Christmas.

    John has supported the charity for many years, and recently went ‘deaf for the day’ to raise awareness of the challenges that deaf people encounter on a daily basis. Both John and Scott already have two dogs, a cocky Jack Russell called Captain Jack and an adorable Cocker Spaniel called Harris. John Barrowman commented:

    “Scott and I love dogs. We’ve always had two or three in the family so when I had the opportunity to add one more to our brood, I couldn’t resist. I’ve sponsored a puppy called Merry for Scott this Christmas. Scott will get regular updates, lots of adorable photos, and the best part is that this Christmas present will be a gift that will change the life of a deaf person…

    When I experienced going deaf for the day, I was anxious and isolated. When Merry grows up, she’ll not only help make a deaf person’s life safer, she’ll also bring them companionship. We’re going to have a very MERRY Christmas!”

    Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is now asking the public to sponsor an adorable puppy as a gift for a loved one this Christmas, and help change the life of a deaf person.

    The public can also choose to sponsor John Barrowman’s puppy Merry, or Cockerpoo puppy Berry, from just £3 a month. Each supporter will receive a welcome pack which includes a certificate, gorgeous photos, and other exciting gifts, and sponsors donating £5 or more per month will also receive a cute and cuddly soft hearing dog toy.

    To find out more about sponsoring a puppy through their training, visit www.hearingdogs.org.uk/puppy or call Hearing Dogs for Deaf People on 01844 348100.

  • Ant And Dec To Host The Brits 2015

    Ant & Dec, the primetime kings of British entertainment TV, will take over the prestigious hosting duties of The BRIT Awards with MasterCard next year. The BRITs will take place Wednesday 25th February at The O2 and will be broadcast live on ITV.

    The BAFTA award winning duo will return once again to take the helm of the biggest night in the UK music calendar having hosted in 2001, and will bring their popular humour and presenting prowess to proceedings, to ensure a truly memorable occasion.

    Ant & Dec said, ‘We’re really excited to be hosting the BRITs again next year, it is undoubtedly the biggest night in the British music calendar. We’re especially excited now we’re No.1 recording artists ourselves. We’ll be offering our advice to the fledgling pop stars backstage as to how to have a No.1 hit, as long as they’re prepared to wait 19 years for their records to top the chart like ours did!’

    Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have had an incredible career in TV broadcasting: starting off in BBC’s children’s drama Byker Grove they went on to make TV shows such as the BAFTA-award dinning Ant & Dec show which ran on BBC1 for two series, followed by a move to Channel 4 to make Ant & Dec Unzipped. Through their own production company, the duo launched SM:TV and CD:UK in 1998, and by 2000 had signed an exclusive contract with ITV1 which saw them present Pop Idol.

    In 2002, Ant & Dec were back on Saturday night TV with the launch of a new prime time show, Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, before travelling all the way across the globe to host I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here which they continue to win awards for now. In 2007, the pair launched another entertainment giant with ITV1, Britain’s Got Talent. Ant & Dec have won a staggering number of awards throughout their career – including 26 National Television Awards, six British Comedy Awards and a BAFTA, and have risen through the ranks of British TV broadcasting to become two of the country’s true national treasures.

    The pair have also enjoyed an exciting music career which produced fourteen Top 20 hits including the pop smash Let’s Get Ready To Rhumble (re-released in 2013 to go straight to the top of the charts), three multi-platinum albums, as well as re-writing and recording the official World Cup anthem for the England football team in 2002.

    BRITs Chairman Max Lousada said: “Ant & Dec are two of the most popular TV broadcasters this country has ever produced and it’s a real honour to have them take centre stage once again to host the BRITs. It’s great that these two pillars of British TV will be part of a night about celebrating icons in British music.”

    The designer of the BRITs statue was recently unveiled as Tracey Emin, continuing the impressive lineage of British artists who have re-worked the famous Award with their own unique creative spin. Further campaign announcements will be made in the coming months including details for the second ever BRITs Week. The 2014 (and first ever) BRITs Week saw a host of musical events take place in the week running up to the main Awards date itself.

  • X Factor’s Andrea Faustini Thinks Dermot O Is Cute

    Ah… That Dermont O’Leary fella off the X Factor has been making Andrea Faustini feel right at home by buying him Italian food.

    Taking to Twitter, Bookies favourite to win X Factor 2014, Andrea Faustini tweeted a picture of the pair saying, ‘How cute is @radioleary who brought to me proper Italian food from @linastores #WeLoveDermot #AndWeLoveLina’ to his 146 thousand followers.

    Last week we profiled the student from Rome and hot favourite after his rendition of Beyoncé’s Listen brought down the X Factor studio and reduced Cheryl and Mel B to tears.

    In tonight’s episode, Andrea will be performing Relight My Fire, we’re wondering whether Lulu will turn up for the Halloween special, fright night. Andrea went on to say, ‘ Big SCARY day today! One of us is leaving the competition tonight, so I need your support more than ever! I’ll try my hardest … #thankyou’

    X Factor continues on ITV Tonight At 8:00PM

  • Apple boss, Tim Cook “proud to be gay”

    Writing in a column in Bloomberg today, Tim Cook, chief exec at Apple has said that he is proud to be gay.

    It wasn’t a secret that Tim Cook is gay, especially around Silicon Valley, but up until today, he hadn’t formally come out, in an attempt to maintain some privacy.

    In his article, he said,

    “While I have never denied my sexuality, I haven’t publicly acknowledged it either, until now. So let me be clear: I’m proud to be gay, and I consider being gay among the greatest gifts God has given me.

    “I don’t consider myself an activist, but I realise how much I’ve benefited from the sacrifice of others,

    “So if hearing that the CEO [chief executive] of Apple is gay can help someone struggling to come to terms with who he or she is, or bring comfort to anyone who feels alone, or inspire people to insist on their equality, then it’s worth the trade-off with my own privacy,”

    Cook also wrote how being gay gave him more empathy saying,

    “Being gay has given me a deeper understanding of what it means to be in the minority and provided a window into the challenges that people in other minority groups deal with every day. It’s made me more empathetic, which has led to a richer life. It’s been tough and uncomfortable at times, but it has given me the confidence to be myself, to follow my own path, and to rise above adversity and bigotry. It’s also given me the skin of a rhinoceros, which comes in handy when you’re the CEO of Apple.”

  • Jake Quickenden In The Dog House For Naked Pictures

    Scary is not happy with hunky Jake Quickenden after he posed nude in another magazine spread.

    The X FACTOR Star, who finds it hard to keep his clothes on got a dressing down from the former Spice Girl after she discovered the new nudes, with fellow X Factor contestant Jack Walton.

    ‘I told you to keep your clothes on for at least one week,’ she said to the cheeky singer.

    She decided to teach him a lesson by making him eat spicy chocolate. She called it ‘his punishment.’

    To be honest, we would have thought whips and chains would have been better… But there you go.

    Jake who is no stranger to getting nude in front of the camera shot back at Mel’s derision by saying, ‘I know Mel wasn’t too happy but I love getting naked.

    ‘So who really cares what I do?’

    See whether Jake manages to stay in the competition another week, after failing to impress the judges with his cover of She’s Like The Wind.

     

    X Factor continues tonight on ITV 1.