BBC Entertainment & Arts News
Behind the scenes on Rivals season two: 'It's bigger, bolder, bonkier!' (Wed, 13 May 2026 23:10:20 GMT)
Stars including Danny Dyer, Aidan Turner and David Tennant share secrets on the set of the hit show.
Original Coronation Street cast member dies aged 89 (Thu, 14 May 2026 20:12:41 GMT)
Alan Rothwell was best known for playing David Barlow in the original cast of Coronation Street.
Israel's Eurovision entry 'shocked' by protests during semi-final show (Wed, 13 May 2026 17:05:44 GMT)
Noam Bettan was met with a mixture of cheering, boos and chants as he performed in Vienna on Tuesday night.
Swapping Love Island for Eurovision: Antigoni's pride at representing Cyprus (Thu, 14 May 2026 11:05:27 GMT)
Antigoni Buxton says appearing on the dating show was more "random" than her taking part in the song contest.
Madonna, Shakira & BTS to headline World Cup half-time show (Thu, 14 May 2026 10:36:41 GMT)
Madonna, Shakira and K-pop boy band BTS will headline the Super Bowl-style half-time show at this summer's World Cup final.
Olly Murs cheered on in charity challenge (Thu, 14 May 2026 05:11:45 GMT)
The singer is running, cycling and rowing between Manchester and London to raise money for charity.
Colbert discusses his show’s end with late-night peers (Thu, 14 May 2026 13:38:02 GMT)
Stephen Colbert met with Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon to talk about the end of his late night show.
Drug addiction counsellor sentenced in Matthew Perry's overdose death (Wed, 13 May 2026 18:46:05 GMT)
The drug counsellor was one of five people accused of supplying ketamine to Perry and exploiting his drug addiction.
New Eric Morecambe mural unveiled for centenary (Thu, 14 May 2026 10:22:48 GMT)
A festival is under way to mark 100 years of Eric Morecambe - including a new mural.
James Van Der Beek's widow posts emotional tribute: 'Words just don't capture what grief is' (Wed, 13 May 2026 10:55:23 GMT)
The Dawson's Creek actor died in February and his wife, Kimberly, says "the reality is settling in".
Paul Chuckle to make National Theatre debut (Wed, 13 May 2026 14:11:51 GMT)
The children's entertainer, 78, will play Mr Boo in The Rise and Fall of Little Voice.
Baby born on Attenborough's 100th birthday named after him (Wed, 13 May 2026 19:00:34 GMT)
Stephen Whyte says Sir David has been present in both their lives for as "long as they can remember".
BBC and YouTube launch creator training programme (Thu, 14 May 2026 15:18:26 GMT)
Under the scheme, 150 media professionals, including producers and journalists, will develop their skills.
Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo dies from cancer aged 40 (Thu, 14 May 2026 06:25:29 GMT)
The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.
Why is a Londoner representing Cyprus in Eurovision? (Wed, 13 May 2026 18:50:09 GMT)
The BBC's David Sillito speaks to Antigoni Buxton who was born and raised in London but is representing Cyprus in this year's competition
Eurovision boss: 'We're watching the voting very carefully' (Wed, 13 May 2026 10:58:50 GMT)
Martin Green says attempts to influence voters will be taken seriously, but stops short of sanctions.
Israel qualifies but Boy George is out of Eurovision (Tue, 12 May 2026 22:27:30 GMT)
The Israeli act is met with boos and chants, but also a chorus of support, at Tuesday's semi-final.
What you need to know about the second Eurovision semi-final and grand final (Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:48 GMT)
Eurovision 2026 is taking place in Vienna after Austrian singer JJ won the 2025 event.
Why Eurovision's fallout over Israel may change the competition forever (Sun, 10 May 2026 23:33:57 GMT)
With Eurovision facing its biggest boycott in 70 years, questions are growing over the competition's future.
Meet the UK's Eurovision entrant: 'The BBC is taking a risk on me' (Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:18:02 GMT)
Look Mum No Computer unveils his "completely wacky" song, and says he's surprised it was selected.
Anti-work anthems, Boy George and controversial lyrics: A guide to all 35 Eurovision songs (Fri, 08 May 2026 23:01:55 GMT)
From dancefloor bangers to heartfelt ballads, here are the highlights and low points of Eurovision.
Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it (Sat, 09 May 2026 23:03:37 GMT)
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
Margot Robbie backs Tudor play 1536: 'Women are still having the same conversations' (Wed, 13 May 2026 09:57:29 GMT)
Acclaimed Tudor-set play 1536 is co-produced by Margot Robbie and is being turned into a BBC TV drama.
Martin Lewis delivers emotional speech, and nine other Bafta TV moments (Mon, 11 May 2026 02:10:32 GMT)
There were tears, surprises and fabulous outfits - as one of the biggest nights for UK television took place.
Stars on red carpet at Bafta TV Awards - in pictures (Sun, 10 May 2026 19:48:32 GMT)
The biggest names in British TV walk the red carpet as they arrive for the prestigious Bafta Television Awards ceremony in London.
The Bafta TV Awards winners list in full (Sun, 10 May 2026 18:49:52 GMT)
Find out which shows and stars walked away with the most coveted prized in the British TV industry.
Our relationship with food is messed up - let's sort it out, says Stanley Tucci (Sun, 10 May 2026 00:59:02 GMT)
The new season of Tucci in Italy sees the actor travel the country finding out why there's a lot more to food than you might think.
Margaret Thatcher assassination story by Hilary Mantel gets stage premiere in Liverpool (Sat, 09 May 2026 00:02:08 GMT)
In The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher, the award-winning author imagined a plot to kill the PM.
Live from your living room: The rise of concert films and livestreamed gigs (Thu, 07 May 2026 23:39:48 GMT)
Can't see your favourite act in the flesh? There might be a solution - but not everyone's a fan.
Grogu is real star of new Star Wars film, says Pedro Pascal (Thu, 07 May 2026 20:36:03 GMT)
The Mandalorian and Grogu marks Star Wars' return to cinemas for the first time in more than six years.
