Features, explainers and long-form stories from across the UK.
Ade Edmondson was the anarchic half of a comedy double act that defined a generation, but his personal life tells a quieter story of a long marriage, a drifting partnership, and survived illness. Here’s what’s fact and what’s still unclear about the man behind the mayhem. Born: 24 January 1957 · Spouse: Jennifer Saunders (married … Read more
If you’ve ever wondered how a student magazine column turned into one of YouTube’s most awkwardly charming interview series, you’re not alone. Amelia Dimoldenberg, the creator of Chicken Shop Date, has built a career out of deadpan humor and fast-food settings. Full name: Amelia Lily Dimoldenberg · Date of birth: 30 January 1994 · Nationality: … Read more
If you only know Sam Worthington as Jake Sully, the blue-skinned hero of Pandora, you might be surprised to learn that he actively chose to fade from the Hollywood spotlight. After Avatar turned him into a global star overnight, he did something few actors would: he moved back to Australia, started a family, and quietly … Read more
Few character actors leave a mark quite like Willie Garson did. Whether you knew him as the fast-talking con man Mozzie on White Collar or as the loyal, sharp-witted Stanford Blatch on Sex and the City, his performances felt like real people you’d want to grab a drink with. Behind those iconic roles was a … Read more
At 21, Henry Pollock is already a British and Irish Lion, a viral Instagram sensation, and the subject of a tug-of-war between England and Scotland—yet he’s only started one senior Test match. This piece separates verified facts from speculation, covering his rapid rise, the controversies that have followed, and what’s actually known about his family … Read more
Few TV shows challenged beauty standards quite like Ugly Betty, and even fewer managed to do it while making viewers laugh. The series, which aired on ABC from 2006 to 2010, turned a quirky Colombian telenovela into a beloved American comedy-drama that won a Golden Globe and two Primetime Emmys. This guide walks through why … Read more
It’s not every day that a new face walks into Albert Square and instantly sparks curiosity. When Pierre Moullier was announced as the latest actor to take on the role of Oscar Branning in EastEnders, fans quickly wanted to know more about the newcomer. Full Name: Pierre Joseph Counihan-Moullier · Age: 24 (born 2000) · … Read more
Otis Redding had the kind of voice that made you stop whatever you were doing. Three days after recording what would become his most famous song, he boarded a small plane that never made it to the runway. Died: December 10, 1967 · Age at death: 26 years · Cause of death: Plane crash · … Read more
A man in a tuxedo, a woman in a gown — that was the old rule. Marlene Dietrich broke it, striding on stage in a tuxedo, a cigarette in hand, and a smile that said she owned the room. Few stars have ever blurred the lines between glamour, rebellion, and moral courage so completely. By … Read more
If you’ve watched Viktor Hovland’s smooth swing and wondered who the guy behind the visor really is, you’re not alone. Born on 18 September 1997 in Oslo, Norway, Hovland has become a household name with eight PGA Tour wins and a FedExCup championship, and this article separates the verified facts from the rumors about his … Read more