Lee Mack raises eyebrows with NSFW Jill Scott joke at NTAs
Lee Mack is facing backlash after making a joke about former Lioness Jill Scott during his speech at last night's NTAs (5 September). The comedian won the category for Quiz Game Show for The 1% Club, when Scott handed him his trophy. "To receive a sex toy like this off Jill Scott is an absolute pleasure", as the audience laughed in response. However, some viewers have complained, branding the joke 'cheap' and 'inappropriate'. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-09-06 23:28
Piers Morgan admits he had a 'great night' after being booed at NTA's
Piers Morgan has admitted he had a 'great night' after being booed by the crowd at the National Television Awards. He had been nominated for his TalkTV show, Piers Morgan Uncensored, however, the audience didn't seem to be on board when his name got called out. “Got mocked by a host I’ve never heard of…Got booed by an audience of shrieking banshees…Got beaten by Graham bloody Norton..And now getting the first limo I can find to get the hell outta here", Morgan tweeted after the event. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-09-06 17:22
Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget finally has a trailer 23 years after original film
The trailer has been released for Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget, 20 years after the original hit film came out. Set to stream on Netflix from 15 December, the sequel follows fan favourites including Rocky and Ginger, as they try to break into a farm, rather than out. “For Ginger and her team, even if it means putting their own hard-won freedom at risk – this time, they’re breaking in!” an official logline says. Thandiwe Newton replaces Julia Sawalha, who claims she was dropped from the film for 'sounding too old'. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-09-05 23:52
Kenan and Kel's Good Burger 2 has a trailer - 26 years after original
Kenan and Kel's Good Burger 2 finally has a teaser trailer, 26 years after the original movie was released. The beloved comedy film based off the TV show was released in 1996, and the new version coming to Paramount+ follows a similar storyline. In the nostalgic sequel, Dexter reunites with his co-worker Ed at their old workplace, Good Burger, when things turn a little chaotic once again, with a new crew to manage. Good Burger 2 will be released in November 2023. Sign up to our new free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-08-22 22:27
Everything you need to know about 'The Blind Side' controversy with Michael Oher
The man who inspired film, The Blind Side, is taking his foster parents to court, after he alleges they 'tricked' him into signing a conservatorship agreement. Michael Oher, who used to be an NFL player, was fostered by the Tuohy family, and alleges they had profited from his misfortune. He also recently discovered they'd never 'officially adopted' him. The 2009 film earned Sandra Bullock an Oscar for her portrayal as Leigh Anne Tuohy and co-starred Tim McGraw as her husband, Sean, alongside Quinton Aaron as Oher. Sign up to our new free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-08-17 22:24
Ed Sheeran spotted serving hotdogs in Chicago - and gets brutal telling off from staff
Ed Sheeran got a brutal grilling when he went to work on a Chicago hot dog truck that's known for their Karen's diner-inspired insults. The 32-year-old joined The Wieners Circle where he served up food to screaming fans who had been to his concert. “We’re gonna have Ed Sheeran here at the motherf****** Wiener’s Circle and I’m gonna teach that w***** how to make a f****** hot dog", one employee shouts. They then turn to the award-winning artist and insist: "Shut the f*** up and shove [a hotdog] up your a**". Sign up to our new free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-07-31 18:46
Cast of iCarly belt out theme song while on actors' strike picket line
The cast of iCarly have been spotted on the SAG-AFTRA picket line amid ongoing actors' strikes, and even treated fans to a sing-along of the show's iconic theme tune. Jaidyn Triplett could be seen filming herself singing 'Leave It All To Me', while the likes of Miranda Cosgrove, Jerry Trainor and Nathan Kress dance behind her. They held up placards in support of the strike, which has seen over 15,000 actors walk out of jobs, demanding better conditions. Sign up to our new free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-07-19 23:17
Hilary Duff just revived Lizzie McGuire while on the actors' strike picket line
Lizzie McGuire fans have been left thrilled after Hilary Duff appeared to revive her iconic character while standing out on the picket line of the Hollywood actors' strike. She was joined by her How I Met Your Father costar Francia Raisa as they hit the SAG picket line outside of Paramount Studios. The 35-year-old held up a placard, as her song from the 2003 movie 'What Dreams Are Made Of' blared out, and they chanted along. A Lizzie McGuire reboot was on its way until it got halted in 2020. Click here to sign up for our newsletters
2023-07-18 21:28
Inbetweeners star James Buckley reveals why he'll never do a reboot
Star of The Inbetweeners James Buckley has revealed there's one major factor holding him back from ever doing a reboot of the hilarious comedy show. The actor appeared on Big Fish podcast, where he admitted 35-year-old him would not pass as being a teen. "Look at a state of me, look how old and haggard I am, and I'm the youngest out of the boys", he jokes, having previously said no amount of money could tempt him back. "You know, lot of people still ask if there's going to be some more Inbetweeners, and my answer is always the same." However, he'd love to work on another project alongside his old castmates. Click here to sign up for our newsletters
2023-07-14 00:18
The new Superman and Lois Lane actors were accurately predicted 3 years ago
David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan have been cast as Superman and Lois Lane respectively, in the new Superman: Legacy beating six other actors to the iconic roles. The duo will play the DC Comic characters in James Gunn's new film taking over the mantle last played on screen by Henry Cavill and Amy Adams. On Twitter Gunn wrote: "They are not only both incredible actors, but also wonderful people." The role of Superman and Clark Kent will by Corenswet's first major lead part in a movie having previously appeared in Pearl and the HBO series We Own This City. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Meanwhile, Brosnahan has previously been seen in House of Cards and The Marvelous Mrs Maisel. Despite the pair being relatively unknown to wider audiences their casting was amazingly predicted way back in December 2020 by one keen comic book fan. On December 1 2020, Kunal B wrote: "A #Superman reboot starring David Corenswet as Superman, and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. Let it be linked to Matt Reeves Batman franchise (not directly, just in the same universe)." The tweet has resurfaced following the news about Corenswet and Brosnahan and needless to say, people are impressed. "F**king impressive," one person wrote in response. Another added: "Bro seeing into the future." A third person asked him to: "now do James Bond." A fourth said: "You’re definitely a time traveler." No release date has been set for Superman: Legacy but it is scheduled to hit cinemas in the summer of 2025. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-06-28 22:15
Tom Hanks' niece goes viral for 'greatest TV moment ever' on reality show
The niece of Tom Hanks has officially cemented her place in Hollywood for all the wrong reasons - namely, a reality TV show meltdown for the history books. Carly Reeves appeared on Claim To Fame, where she was outed in the first episode by another contestant who recognised the clue of a park bench. She didn't take it well, however, storming out of the studio screaming. “I didn't even get to do any challenges. I don’t deserve this. I should have more camera time. I should be here longer!”, she yelled, as the other contestants sat on in shock. Awkward. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter
2023-06-28 17:21
Phillip Schofield's first appearance on This Morning 25 years ago resurfaces following exit
Footage has resurfaced of Phillip Schofield's first-ever This Morning appearance, following the news he would be stepping away from his long-standing role on the show. The host sat alongside Caron Keating in 1998, sporting dark brunette hair, but his same witty sense of humour. Schofield 'mutually agreed' with ITV to step down with 'immediate effect' last week following an alleged rift between him and co-star, Holly Willoughby. It's thought Schofield will take up a presenting spot on another prime time ITV show in the future. Click here to sign up for our newsletters
2023-05-23 18:16