18 h. ago ‘We have so many talented black British actors who had to leave in order to work’: Sharon D Clarke on typecasting, industry tensions, and the truthfulness of Mr Loverman

As part of a Bafta TV special, the best actor nominated star talks about institutional racism, the remarks that made Cressida Dick look like a ‘fool’, and how Bernardine Evaristo’s coming out story reflected her ownPure charisma – that’s the best way to describe Sharon D Clarke. As she has her picture taken, she fills the room with easy laughter, dancing along to Bob Marley. At 58 years old, the Londoner is one of Britain’s most commanding performers. During a three-decade career she has lit up the West End (winning three Olivier awards) and become a household name (as the formidable Lola Griffin in Holby City). Last year, she also starred as DCI Ellis in the Channel 5/Acorn TV crime drama Ellis, and brought sparkling levity to the National Theatre’s production of The Importance of Being Earnest, alongside Ncuti Gatwa. Now, Clarke has earned her first Bafta TV nomination for her searing performance in Mr Loverman, the BBC adaptation of Bernardine Evaristo’s novel, in which she plays...

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30 h. ago Beloved British drama is getting a US remake with Emmy nominated actor set to take over iconic role

The Fox network will remake the iconic show, but set it on the east coast of the US instead of Cornwall. It will also change its name to Best Medicine.

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4 d. ago ‘Women wouldn’t get nominated’: Last of Us star Bella Ramsey says awards shows need male and female categories

Non-binary British actor tells podcast that recognition for women in the entertainment industry should be preserved – but doesn’t know how to address gender non-conforming actorsThe Last of Us star Bella Ramsey has said awards shows should preserve separate prize categories for male and female entertainers.The British star, who identifies as non-binary, said it was important to distinguish performers, as “a lot of women wouldn’t get nominated” if there was one category for all actors. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Bella Ramsey’s ‘miscasting’ has only made The Last of Us more fascinating

The young British actor is brilliant in the hit post-apocalyptic drama, but some have claimed they’re an odd fit for the character of jaded teen survivalist Ellie. That might be the case, writes Louis Chilton – but, as episode four showed, it ends up working in the series’ favour

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9 d. ago British Hallmark actor's heartbreaking tribute to wife who was killed when they were rammed by vehicle in Vancouver car attack

Jenifer Darbellay is shown smiling happily with a child believed to be their seven-year-old daughter Darby on her shoulders.

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1 week ago British actor in tears as wife killed and young child injured in Vancouver attack

Actor Noel Johansen held back tears as he spoke of his wife at a vigil in Vancouver, Canada following the horror incident when a car rammed into a crowd, leaving eleven dead

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1 week ago Comedian Ross Noble forced to reschedule 'next few shows' due to a kidney infection as he shares snap from hospital bed

The British standup comedian and actor, 48, who is currently in Australia, posted a snap from his hospital bed to announce the news to his 59,600 followers.

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2 w. ago Daisy Ridley: ‘The fact is, all actors are mainly known for one thing’

Since leaving Rey behind – though a top-secret spin-off is in the works – the British actor has repeatedly upended expectations. She speaks to Louis Chilton about surviving early fame, being ‘battered and bruised’ on the set of her new action film ‘Cleaner’, and why she’s never believed in the so-called ‘Star Wars curse’

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2 w. ago Daisy Ridley on life after Star Wars: ‘I was 20 years old and suddenly standing in a spotlight’

Since leaving Rey behind – though a top-secret spin-off is in the works – the British actor has repeatedly upended expectations. She speaks to Louis Chilton about surviving early fame, being ‘battered and bruised’ on the set of her new action film ‘Cleaner’, and why she’s never believed in the so-called ‘Star Wars curse’

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2 w. ago Aimee Lou Wood skips White Lotus event as 'enemy' Walton Goggins hits the red carpet for the first time since his SNL hosting gig was revealed

The actor, 53, is rumoured to be feuding with the British actress, 31, after the pair portrayed couple Rick and Chelsea on season three of the hit show.

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3 w. ago The new Hogwarts staff – who are the actors joining the Harry Potter TV series?

The new HBO original series will feature British actors Nick Frost and Paapa Essiedu alongside US star John Lithgow.

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4 w. ago Beatles biopic star Harris Dickinson is 'engaged'! Actor who is set to play John Lennon 'proposes to singer girlfriend Rose Gray' as she shows off her HUGE diamond ring

The British actor, 28, whose set to play John Lennon in Sam Mendes' multiple movies, is said to have got down on one knee 'a while back' .

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