BBC Entertainment & Arts News
Wicked composer latest to cancel Kennedy Center gig after Trump name change (Sun, 04 Jan 2026 10:02:47 GMT)
Stephen Schwartz says he will not appear at the arts venue as it "has now become an ideological statement".
Jesy Nelson told her twin babies may 'never walk' (Sun, 04 Jan 2026 12:09:08 GMT)
The former Little Mix star said her girls have been diagnosed with a rare genetic condition.
Corrie and Emmerdale collide for first time in explosive crossover episode (Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:34:25 GMT)
Characters from Coronation Street and Emmerdale come face-to-face for the first time in Corriedale.
Jessie Buckley 'overwhelmed' to be starring in Oscar-tipped Hamnet (Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:02:40 GMT)
"She was what I understand a woman to be", says Buckley on playing Shakespeare's wife and the mother of their son Hamnet.
The year angry men dominated Bollywood - and what it means for India (Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:12:34 GMT)
Violent, male-driven films dominated the Indian box-office and cultural conversations in 2025.
The Traitors returns with new 'secret traitor' in major shake-up (Thu, 01 Jan 2026 23:06:30 GMT)
Not even the viewers know who host Claudia Winkleman has assigned as the fourth "secret traitor".
Stranger Things draws to an epic and emotional close (Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:13:42 GMT)
Fans gathered at premieres in cities across the US and Canada to watch the finale on the big screen.
Clare Balding pays tribute to 'one of a kind' dad (Fri, 02 Jan 2026 12:58:34 GMT)
Ian Balding, the legendary trainer of the 1971 Derby winner Mill Reef, dies at the age of 87.
Matthew Rhys to play 'soft and cowardly' mayor of cursed island (Fri, 02 Jan 2026 19:25:32 GMT)
The Welsh actor will play Tom Loftis, a "soft and cowardly" mayor desperate to revive his struggling community.
'Breaking my neck on Harry Potter hasn't changed me as a person' (Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:39:57 GMT)
Harry Potter stuntman David Holmes describes living in a wheelchair and his hopes for the future.
From Harry Potter to Doctor Who - archives show stars before they were famous (Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:43:52 GMT)
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland has unearthed images of Scotland's most famous acting talent in their student days.
Tiffany Calver on breaking the glass ceiling as she leaves 1Xtra (Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:48:54 GMT)
Tiffany Calver made headlines when she was announced in 2018 but now she's ready for new challenges.
EastEnders actor 'grateful' to avoid driving ban for speeding (Thu, 01 Jan 2026 18:06:06 GMT)
Colin Salmon was shown leniency by the court because he cares for his seriously ill wife and daughter.
The Archers cast recreate lost first episode for 75th anniversary (Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:07:26 GMT)
The recording of the first episode didn't survive, so the current cast have recreated the opening scene.
I always wanted Paul Mescal to play Shakespeare, says Hamnet writer (Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:08:26 GMT)
Hamnet author Maggie O'Farrell says the Irish actor "stood out a mile" long before break out Normal People role.
Strictly's Ellie and Vito still dancing together every week (Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:01:59 GMT)
From Strictly sequins to presenting dreams, Ellie Goldstein speaks about her future ambitions.
Gladiator Giant to revert to birth surname... Bigg (Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:09:53 GMT)
Jamie Christian-Johal said his recent divorce and ADHD diagnosis prompted the move.
Female artists (and Oasis) drove UK music sales in 2025 (Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:03:06 GMT)
Taylor Swift was the biggest-seller, with Olivia Dean and Sabrina Carpenter also topping the charts.
Heated Rivalry author says TV success led to help with her Parkinson's (Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:45:20 GMT)
Rachel Reid says the publicity from the hit TV adaptation led a Parkinson's specialist to get in touch.
Isiah Whitlock Jr: The Wire and Veep actor dies at 71 (Wed, 31 Dec 2025 02:07:51 GMT)
Whitlock was known for his notably elongated, profane catchphrase, which he used on The Wire and in films.
Detective and crime novelist among new Traitors contestants (Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:24:42 GMT)
A barrister, nursery school teacher and cyber security expert will also enter the TV show's castle.
Look back at the notable deaths of 2025 (Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:55:44 GMT)
Pope Francis, Ozzy Osbourne and Diane Keaton are among those who died this year.
Cynthia Erivo's journey from nativity play solo to MBE (Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:30:25 GMT)
The London-born superstar is made an MBE in the New Year's Honours list for her musical and acting work.
In pictures: The life and career of Brigitte Bardot (Sun, 28 Dec 2025 10:18:24 GMT)
The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights.
Beyoncé, Labubu and Sydney Sweeney's jeans: 15 viral moments that defined 2025 (Sat, 27 Dec 2025 00:10:50 GMT)
Dubai chocolate, Adolescence and the parodied Jet2 advert were some of the other most talked about moments.
Sydney Sweeney: I want to make films that save people's lives (Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:10:15 GMT)
Sweeney is starring in The Housemaid, a psychological thriller based on Freida McFadden's hit book.
Brigitte Bardot: The blonde bombshell who revolutionised French cinema (Sun, 28 Dec 2025 10:18:57 GMT)
The cocktail of kittenish charm and continental sensuality who swept away the cinematic cobwebs of the 1950s.
Who's releasing new albums and will Oasis play Knebworth? (Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:05:40 GMT)
Music correspondent Mark Savage previews the biggest albums, tours and festivals of the coming year.
Some of the best TV in years is coming - here are the highlights (Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:27:06 GMT)
We look ahead to 18 notable shows and events to look out for in 2026, from drama to sport.
Style trends to look out for: Bold colours, tassels and loud luxury (Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:54:47 GMT)
These are some of the biggest trends you can expect to see hitting stores in the new year.
