Caroline Frost

Five months after Hollywood's actors went back to work, the UK film industry continues to suffer with a reported 52% out of work. The Times newspaper recalls the effect of the actors' strike when dozens of film and TV production projects were halted in the UK, with sets closed and tens of thousands…

Actor Josh Hartnett has revealed why he chose to turn down two superhero movie roles at a time when he seemed destined for superstardom. Hartnett, who stars in M Night Shyamalan's forthcoming psychological thriller, Trap, told the UK's Guardian newspaper that the amount of attention he was receiving…

Another weekend, another allegation about bad behaviour behind the scenes of the UK's biggest entertainment TV show, with former contestant Laura Whitmore alleging she was the target of "inappropriate behaviour" when she took part in Strictly Come Dancing. The TV presenter was partnered with…

Kit Harington has defended the initiative of his new play to stage some performances, welcoming only Black audience members. The Game of Thrones star is appearing on at the Noel Coward Theatre in London's West End in Slave Play, which announced the decision earlier this year to have two "black out"…

Lady Gaga was one of the biggest names to perform during Friday evening's uniquely memorable Olympics Opening Ceremony in Paris. Gaga took to a specially built stage on the bank of the River Seine to give a performance inspired by French Cabaret. She sang Mon Truc en Plume, a well known French circus…

Veep creator Armando Iannucci has been hailed for his gifts of foresight, with fans detailing how his vice-president character Selina Meyer ended up in the top seat. However, the writer and producer – who also wrote the Oscar-nominated political comedy In the Loop – has expanded on his response…

One of the UK's leading cinema chains, Cineworld, has announced the closure of six venures across the country, as part of a major restructuring plan. The company says this move is to ensure the long-term future of the UK business, and is beginning a consultation process with employees at the affected…

Celine Dion has shared a message with her fans, following her triumphant comeback performance at the close of the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony. The French-Canadian chanteuse wrote on X: "I'm honoured to have performed tonight, for the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony, and so full of joy to be back…

James Corden has shared that he has finished writing the script for the final episode of UK comedy Gavin and Stacey. Corden, who co-writes the show with Ruth Jones – both also star in the BBC show – told Virgin Radio the script had been finished "a while back" but had to be cut down to size. He…

Sunday in the UK has brought another quiver of bad headlines for the BBC's beleaguered dance show Strictly Come Dancing, mothership of 60 spin-off versions across the world including the US's Dancing With the Stars, previously the broadcaster's jewel in its entertainment crown, and otherwise expected to…

Donald Trump was back at the lectern in Michigan last night, telling his supporters that he loves Elon Musk. This was the first joint event with his recent vice-presidential pick Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) and the first campaign rally since the attempted assassination attempt at last weekend’s rally in…

The 81st Venice International Film Festival has selected the members of its international juries ahead of this year's event, including Orizzonti and the 'Luigi De Lauentiis' Venice Award. This year's Festival will run August 28 to September 7. The Orizzonti (Horizons section) jury will include…