Showbiz

American celebrities have praised Twitter bosses for banning president Trump from the social media platform.

Happy Mondays star Bez is launching his own online exercise classes after getting “seriously unfit” scoffing chocolate last lockdown.

Director Michael Apted has died aged 79, his agent has said.

Manchester theatre staff have swapped stage doors for kitchen floors in a bid to tackle the climate crisis and make homes more energy efficient during lockdown.

Celebrities including comedians and former rock stars have been sharing their experiences of receiving the coronavirus vaccine – as they hope to encourage others to get the jab.

Dame Barbara Windsor’s funeral has taken place, with a small number of family and friends in attendance due to coronavirus restrictions.

British supermodel Stella Tennant took her own life after being “unwell for some time”, her family have confirmed.

Jamiroquai singer Jay Kay has quashed speculation he was one of the rioters who stormed the Capitol building, telling fans he “wasn’t with all those freaks”.

Actress Marion Ramsey has died at her Los Angeles home aged 73, her agent has confirmed.

The Wanted’s Tom Parker says there has been a “significant reduction” in the size of his brain tumour, following hospital treatment.