Channel 4 News has landed a major coup in booking Prince Andrew interviewer Emily Maitlis to head up its general election coverage.
Maitlis, who was portrayed by Gillian Anderson in Netflix movie Scoop about the notorious interview, will present alongside regular helmer Krishnan Guru-Murthy.
Channel 4 News has focused on Britain’s biggest podcasts by booking Maitlis, who co-hosts smash hit The News Agents, along with landing Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart, who present the popular Rest is Politics pod, as contributors.
The pair will bring “inimitable analysis,” according to Channel 4. The “eclectic line-up” will also feature some of the cast of Gogglebox, the network’s second most popular show. Cathy Newman will present from campaign HQs for the ruling Conservative and opposition Labour parties. Sports presenter CLare Balding will front the data coverage.
“Delighted to be involved with this election night and it’s brilliant cast of people,” said Maitlis.
Maitlis, who was portrayed by Gillian Anderson in Netflix movie Scoop about the notorious interview, will present alongside regular helmer Krishnan Guru-Murthy.
Channel 4 News has focused on Britain’s biggest podcasts by booking Maitlis, who co-hosts smash hit The News Agents, along with landing Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart, who present the popular Rest is Politics pod, as contributors.
The pair will bring “inimitable analysis,” according to Channel 4. The “eclectic line-up” will also feature some of the cast of Gogglebox, the network’s second most popular show. Cathy Newman will present from campaign HQs for the ruling Conservative and opposition Labour parties. Sports presenter CLare Balding will front the data coverage.
“Delighted to be involved with this election night and it’s brilliant cast of people,” said Maitlis.
- 4/22/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
The Off Air podcast, presented by leading broadcasters Jane Garvey and Fi Glover, has exceeded 10 million listens since it was launched by The Times in October 2022.
The award-winning journalists Jane and Fi joined Times Radio in an exclusive deal to present their first daily live news show last year. Fresh from their radio show the duo keep the mics on for their podcast, to say what they really think - unencumbered and off air. They are joined by a wide-range of guests, who have included Jamie Oliver, Eddie Izzard, Lorraine Kelly, Clare Balding and more. They also launched their Book Club this year, with special bonus episodes reviewing books hand picked by listeners.
Jane Garvey said; “Thanks for being there! It’s always such a pleasure to read your emails and know that we’re all part of something daft, meandering, but supportive. It’s a global podcast community!”
Fi...
The award-winning journalists Jane and Fi joined Times Radio in an exclusive deal to present their first daily live news show last year. Fresh from their radio show the duo keep the mics on for their podcast, to say what they really think - unencumbered and off air. They are joined by a wide-range of guests, who have included Jamie Oliver, Eddie Izzard, Lorraine Kelly, Clare Balding and more. They also launched their Book Club this year, with special bonus episodes reviewing books hand picked by listeners.
Jane Garvey said; “Thanks for being there! It’s always such a pleasure to read your emails and know that we’re all part of something daft, meandering, but supportive. It’s a global podcast community!”
Fi...
- 12/20/2023
- Podnews.net
Gabby Logan has launched the latest series of her chart-topping podcast The Mid•Point. Previous guests have included from Claudia Winkleman, Rio Ferdinand and Will Young, to Trevor Nelson, Clare Balding and Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill. Being unashamedly middle-aged, Gabby's aim is to shed light, reveal valuable insights and inject humour into a time in life that's often shied away from in mainstream media.
- 9/6/2023
- by PodcastingToday
- Podcastingtoday
Former world number one in both singles and doubles on the Atp Tour at the same time, John McEnroe , might be the highest-paid tennis commentator of all time.
The BBC released its annual payroll for the 2022-2023 period of highest-paid stars in various sports, a list topped by former footballer Gary Lineker for the sixth year in a row. Lineker is the only pundit who earned over £1 million in the latest figures.
But John McEnroe's two weeks of work pay covering the Wimbledon Championships has been a hot topic in UK tabloids. McEnroe took home a salary in the range of £205,000 - £209,999, which represents an estimated 10% increment from the previous year. Clare Balding, who led the TV coverage as Sue Barker's replacement, earned between £178,000 - £184,999.
McEnroe remains the most colorful of former players calling matches from the booth, becoming the yardstick for retired pros venturing into commentating. McEnroe's voice...
The BBC released its annual payroll for the 2022-2023 period of highest-paid stars in various sports, a list topped by former footballer Gary Lineker for the sixth year in a row. Lineker is the only pundit who earned over £1 million in the latest figures.
But John McEnroe's two weeks of work pay covering the Wimbledon Championships has been a hot topic in UK tabloids. McEnroe took home a salary in the range of £205,000 - £209,999, which represents an estimated 10% increment from the previous year. Clare Balding, who led the TV coverage as Sue Barker's replacement, earned between £178,000 - £184,999.
McEnroe remains the most colorful of former players calling matches from the booth, becoming the yardstick for retired pros venturing into commentating. McEnroe's voice...
- 7/30/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
King Charles III’s historic Coronation on May 6 starts at 10 a.m. BST in the UK at 5 a.m. Et/2 a.m. Pt in the U.S. Every major British and American network will have live coverage of the event, which you can watch live in the player embedded below.
The Itinerary
The first Coronation for seven decades will see Charles and Queen Consort Camilla take a King’s Procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey. There will then be a service during which the official Coronation will take place, beginning around 10:20 a.m. GMT (2:20 a.m. Pt)
King Charles III will be officially crowned, and his wife Camilla will become Queen Camilla during the ceremony. King Charles technically became King upon his mother Queen Elizabeth II’s death in September, but the Coronation — the first in the UK since 1953 — will make it official. Camilla has been Queen...
The Itinerary
The first Coronation for seven decades will see Charles and Queen Consort Camilla take a King’s Procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey. There will then be a service during which the official Coronation will take place, beginning around 10:20 a.m. GMT (2:20 a.m. Pt)
King Charles III will be officially crowned, and his wife Camilla will become Queen Camilla during the ceremony. King Charles technically became King upon his mother Queen Elizabeth II’s death in September, but the Coronation — the first in the UK since 1953 — will make it official. Camilla has been Queen...
- 5/6/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
For many royalists, the coronation of King Charles III is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Many royal family followers were not alive when Queen Elizabeth was coronated in 1953. Therefore, Charles’ ascension is something that will draw great public interest. There are many ways this historic event can be watched. Here’s a guide to keeping up with every minute of the day’s many elements.
King Charles’ coronation takes place on May 6, 2023, | Dan Kitwood/Getty Images How to watch the coronation of King Charles III
There are many options to watch the coronation of King Charles III. CBS, ABC, and NBC will all have reporters on the ground at the event.
As for cable services, both Fox News and CNN will have complete coronation coverage. The BBC and streaming service Paramount+ will also cover the event.
Sky News is streaming the coronation on its website, app, and YouTube channel. The coronation will...
King Charles’ coronation takes place on May 6, 2023, | Dan Kitwood/Getty Images How to watch the coronation of King Charles III
There are many options to watch the coronation of King Charles III. CBS, ABC, and NBC will all have reporters on the ground at the event.
As for cable services, both Fox News and CNN will have complete coronation coverage. The BBC and streaming service Paramount+ will also cover the event.
Sky News is streaming the coronation on its website, app, and YouTube channel. The coronation will...
- 5/5/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Award
British presenter, broadcaster, filmmaker, author and historian, professor David Olusoga, will be presented with a BAFTA Special Award at the upcoming BAFTA Television Awards on May 14. The award is one of BAFTA’s highest honors recognizing an outstanding contribution to film, games or television.
Olusoga’s credits include presenting history series “A House Through Time” (BBC Two), writing and presenting series “Black & British: A Forgotten History” (BBC Two) and the BAFTA-winning “Britain’s Forgotten Slave Owners.” In recent years he led major interviews with the former President of the United States, Barack Obama and lectures including the Edinburgh TV Festival MacTaggart Lecture in 2020.
Olusoga said: “It is humbling to have my work in television, as both a producer and a presenter, recognized in this way.”
Jane Millichip, CEO at BAFTA added: “We are honoured to present David Olusoga the BAFTA Special Award at our forthcoming BAFTA Television Awards with P&o Cruises.
British presenter, broadcaster, filmmaker, author and historian, professor David Olusoga, will be presented with a BAFTA Special Award at the upcoming BAFTA Television Awards on May 14. The award is one of BAFTA’s highest honors recognizing an outstanding contribution to film, games or television.
Olusoga’s credits include presenting history series “A House Through Time” (BBC Two), writing and presenting series “Black & British: A Forgotten History” (BBC Two) and the BAFTA-winning “Britain’s Forgotten Slave Owners.” In recent years he led major interviews with the former President of the United States, Barack Obama and lectures including the Edinburgh TV Festival MacTaggart Lecture in 2020.
Olusoga said: “It is humbling to have my work in television, as both a producer and a presenter, recognized in this way.”
Jane Millichip, CEO at BAFTA added: “We are honoured to present David Olusoga the BAFTA Special Award at our forthcoming BAFTA Television Awards with P&o Cruises.
- 5/2/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Tobi De Graaff Joins Sky Studios
Veteran UK exec Tobi de Graaff is joining Sky Studios as Senior VP of Commercial. The former BBC Studios Director of Commissioning and Co-Production has most recently been running his own business, Beiboot Representation, but is now stepping into an international role focused on commercial and co-production partnerships, including Sky’s distribution relationship with Comcast cousin NBCUniversal Global Distribution. He’ll work closely with Sky Studios’ editorial and commissioning teams across Europe. He’ll also take charge of the international scripted team, which is currently headed by Jason Simms in the UK and LA-based SVP Rebecca Segal, accorifn to an internal note from Sky Studios COO Caroline Cooper seen by Deadline. Both Simms and Segal will report to de Graaf, who has also worked for ITV Studios, when he joins in July.
Chris Kattan Joins Indie LA Drama ‘Angel City’
Chris Kattan (Saturday Night Live...
Veteran UK exec Tobi de Graaff is joining Sky Studios as Senior VP of Commercial. The former BBC Studios Director of Commissioning and Co-Production has most recently been running his own business, Beiboot Representation, but is now stepping into an international role focused on commercial and co-production partnerships, including Sky’s distribution relationship with Comcast cousin NBCUniversal Global Distribution. He’ll work closely with Sky Studios’ editorial and commissioning teams across Europe. He’ll also take charge of the international scripted team, which is currently headed by Jason Simms in the UK and LA-based SVP Rebecca Segal, accorifn to an internal note from Sky Studios COO Caroline Cooper seen by Deadline. Both Simms and Segal will report to de Graaf, who has also worked for ITV Studios, when he joins in July.
Chris Kattan Joins Indie LA Drama ‘Angel City’
Chris Kattan (Saturday Night Live...
- 4/20/2023
- by Jesse Whittock, Zac Ntim and Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Eight months after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, her son Charles is set to be officially crowned as king.
The monarch will be crowned King Charles III in a ceremony on Saturday 6 May, which comes during a special Bank Holiday weekend.
Thousands are expected to gather on the route from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, with procedings also set to be televised in full.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the coronation on TV...
A live broadcast of ceremonial events will air on the BBC throughout the day, including the procession to the Abbey, the coronation itself, and the journey back to Buckingham Palace.
Following their return to The Mall, King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort, will appear on the balcony.
Coverage will lead on BBC One, with BBC Two airing signed coverage of the ceremony.
Via the red button, there will also be...
The monarch will be crowned King Charles III in a ceremony on Saturday 6 May, which comes during a special Bank Holiday weekend.
Thousands are expected to gather on the route from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, with procedings also set to be televised in full.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the coronation on TV...
A live broadcast of ceremonial events will air on the BBC throughout the day, including the procession to the Abbey, the coronation itself, and the journey back to Buckingham Palace.
Following their return to The Mall, King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort, will appear on the balcony.
Coverage will lead on BBC One, with BBC Two airing signed coverage of the ceremony.
Via the red button, there will also be...
- 4/12/2023
- by Louis Chilton
- The Independent - TV
Veteran broadcaster David Dimbleby has turned down the chance to play a role in the BBC’s coverage of the King’s coronation, according to reports.
The BBC’s coverage of the 6 May event will be led by Kirsty Young, 54, in a studio outside Buckingham Palace, with Huw Edwards, 61, and Clare Balding, 52, providing commentary.
Dimbleby, 84, was offered a role in the coverage, according to a report in The Times, but opted against playing “second fiddle” in the presenting lineup.
The Independent has contacted Dimbleby’s representatives for comment.
It is not clear what exactly Dimbleby’s role would have entailed, but it signals a shift from tradition: his father Richard covered the funeral of George VI in 1952 and Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation the following year.
Dimbleby himself has been a prominent figure in the BBC’s royal coverage for many years and he came out of retirement last September...
The BBC’s coverage of the 6 May event will be led by Kirsty Young, 54, in a studio outside Buckingham Palace, with Huw Edwards, 61, and Clare Balding, 52, providing commentary.
Dimbleby, 84, was offered a role in the coverage, according to a report in The Times, but opted against playing “second fiddle” in the presenting lineup.
The Independent has contacted Dimbleby’s representatives for comment.
It is not clear what exactly Dimbleby’s role would have entailed, but it signals a shift from tradition: his father Richard covered the funeral of George VI in 1952 and Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation the following year.
Dimbleby himself has been a prominent figure in the BBC’s royal coverage for many years and he came out of retirement last September...
- 4/11/2023
- by Ellie Harrison
- The Independent - TV
The BBC has unveiled its presenter line-up for King Charles III’s Coronation next month.
Presenters revealed this morning include Huw Edwards, who will provide commentary on the Saturday May 6 proceedings, Anita Rani and Clare Balding. Rani will join the gathered crowds while Balding, the new face of the BBC’s tennis coverage, will provide commentary on the ceremonial route.
The event will take place on Saturday May 6 and involve a number of ceremonial proceedings with King Charles III and his wife Camilla, who will be crowned Queen alongside him in London.
Other presenters revealed this morning include Kirsty Young, JJ Chalmers, Sophie Raworth and radio presenters Mishal Hussain, Martha Kearney and James Naughtie.
The BBC said the event, which comes around eight months after King Charles’ mother Queen Elizabeth II passed away, will “be at the forefront of technology with proceedings on iPlayer streaming live from multiple locations in...
Presenters revealed this morning include Huw Edwards, who will provide commentary on the Saturday May 6 proceedings, Anita Rani and Clare Balding. Rani will join the gathered crowds while Balding, the new face of the BBC’s tennis coverage, will provide commentary on the ceremonial route.
The event will take place on Saturday May 6 and involve a number of ceremonial proceedings with King Charles III and his wife Camilla, who will be crowned Queen alongside him in London.
Other presenters revealed this morning include Kirsty Young, JJ Chalmers, Sophie Raworth and radio presenters Mishal Hussain, Martha Kearney and James Naughtie.
The BBC said the event, which comes around eight months after King Charles’ mother Queen Elizabeth II passed away, will “be at the forefront of technology with proceedings on iPlayer streaming live from multiple locations in...
- 4/11/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix Boards ‘Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now’
Netflix has boarded Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now from The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann indie Pulse Films. The Brit Award-winning superstar was followed at a pivotal moment in his career for the doc, as he returned to his Scottish roots to reconnect with his old life having achieved global success. Filmed over several years and directed by BAFTA-winning Bros: After the Screaming Stops helmer Joe Pearlman, How I’m Feeling Now finds the 26-year-old back at his parent’s house in Scotland to begin work on his second album. The film captures Capaldi’s defining year, struggling to balance the familiarity of home, normality, and all he’s ever known, with life as one of the biggest stars on the planet, gleaning an intimate portrait of his unique character, hopes and fears in his own words. Co-financed by BMG and Quickfire,...
Netflix has boarded Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now from The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann indie Pulse Films. The Brit Award-winning superstar was followed at a pivotal moment in his career for the doc, as he returned to his Scottish roots to reconnect with his old life having achieved global success. Filmed over several years and directed by BAFTA-winning Bros: After the Screaming Stops helmer Joe Pearlman, How I’m Feeling Now finds the 26-year-old back at his parent’s house in Scotland to begin work on his second album. The film captures Capaldi’s defining year, struggling to balance the familiarity of home, normality, and all he’s ever known, with life as one of the biggest stars on the planet, gleaning an intimate portrait of his unique character, hopes and fears in his own words. Co-financed by BMG and Quickfire,...
- 3/9/2023
- by Jesse Whittock and Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Married at First Sight UK is back for a new series, with a new group of singletons betting on love as they tie the knot with complete strangers.
The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.
The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.
When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.
Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...
Chanita and Jordan
The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.
Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...
The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.
The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.
When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.
Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...
Chanita and Jordan
The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.
Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...
- 9/16/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Married at First Sight UK is back for a new series, with a new group of singletons betting on love as they tie the knot with complete strangers.
The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.
The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.
When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.
Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...
Chanita and Jordan
The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.
Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...
The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.
The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.
When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.
Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...
Chanita and Jordan
The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.
Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...
- 9/16/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Married at First Sight UK is back for a new series, with a new group of singletons betting on love as they tie the knot with complete strangers.
The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.
The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.
When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.
Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...
Chanita and Jordan
The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.
Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...
The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.
The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.
When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.
Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...
Chanita and Jordan
The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.
Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...
- 9/12/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Married at First Sight UK is back for a new series, with a new group of singletons betting on love as they tie the knot with complete strangers.
The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.
The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.
When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.
Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...
Chanita and Jordan
The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.
Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...
The dating show returned to E4 at the end of August, showing a new group of contestants as they met their future spouses for the first time on their wedding days.
The couples have now been through their wedding days and honeymoons and are settling into married life.
When the show reaches its conclusion, the married couples must choose whether they will stay together or go separate ways.
Here are the Married at First Sight UK couples...
Chanita and Jordan
The first pair to couple up were Chanita, 29, and Jordan, who may be one of the best matched marriages of the series so far.
Jordan told Chanita she looked “beautiful” in her wedding dress and the pair bonded when Jordan opened up...
- 9/8/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Lorton Entertainment, who are currently working on highly anticipated Disney+ documentary “Wagatha Christie,” have set a new unscripted series titled “Horsepower” at Amazon, Variety can exclusively reveal.
A four-part documentary series which is set to launch on Prime Video U.K. and Ireland from Sept. 23, “Horsepower” gives viewers a rare glimpse into the world of horce racing via its two protagonists, leading trainer Andrew Balding and his principal jockey Oisin Murphy as they compete over a nine month period culminating in the horse racing world’s most prestigious annual event: Royal Ascot.
Audiences will get unprecedented behind the scenes access as they follow Balding (brother of sports host Clare Balding) and Murphy from fall 2020 to summer 2021, watching them train at Balding’s Hampshire stables and competing in events across the country. All seems lost, however, when Murphy tests positive for cocaine: will he be banned from the sport he loves...
A four-part documentary series which is set to launch on Prime Video U.K. and Ireland from Sept. 23, “Horsepower” gives viewers a rare glimpse into the world of horce racing via its two protagonists, leading trainer Andrew Balding and his principal jockey Oisin Murphy as they compete over a nine month period culminating in the horse racing world’s most prestigious annual event: Royal Ascot.
Audiences will get unprecedented behind the scenes access as they follow Balding (brother of sports host Clare Balding) and Murphy from fall 2020 to summer 2021, watching them train at Balding’s Hampshire stables and competing in events across the country. All seems lost, however, when Murphy tests positive for cocaine: will he be banned from the sport he loves...
- 9/7/2022
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations are almost upon us, with four days’ worth of events featuring some of the biggest stars coming up on the BBC and ABC News.
A packed schedule is incoming across the next four days, with Britons handed an additional day’s holiday from Thursday 2 June to Sunday 5 June and huge street parties planned across the UK.
In the U.S., viewers will be able to watch the majority of the events on ABC News following an agreement struck between the network and BBC Studios. This includes Saturday’s mega celebration and coverage of the major formal celebrations Thursday. Good Morning America has featured special weeklong coverage all week and will broadcast special editions live from London from tomorrow.
Scroll down for the full list but highlights include Saturday’s two-hour Platinum Party at the Palace, a Buckingham Palace-set celebration on BBC One and...
A packed schedule is incoming across the next four days, with Britons handed an additional day’s holiday from Thursday 2 June to Sunday 5 June and huge street parties planned across the UK.
In the U.S., viewers will be able to watch the majority of the events on ABC News following an agreement struck between the network and BBC Studios. This includes Saturday’s mega celebration and coverage of the major formal celebrations Thursday. Good Morning America has featured special weeklong coverage all week and will broadcast special editions live from London from tomorrow.
Scroll down for the full list but highlights include Saturday’s two-hour Platinum Party at the Palace, a Buckingham Palace-set celebration on BBC One and...
- 6/1/2022
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Tom Daley, who has four Olympic medals as the most decorated British diver of all time, is looking to break into the television business in the U.S. after signing with CAA.
The agency has signed Daley, who is married to the Oscar-winning Milk screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, and will work with management company Ymu Group, which continues to represent Daley globally.
Daley was previously an expert mentor on ITV’s diving competition series Splash!, which was remade in the U.S. by ABC.
The 27-year-old recently won gold and bronze medals at the Tokyo Olympics and won four Olympic medals in the 10-meter platform and synchronized 10-meter platform events, as well as 12 World, European and Commonwealth Championship gold medals. He made his Olympic debut in Beijing 2008.
Daley is also an activist for the LGBTQ+ community and came out in 2013 in a YouTube video that has been viewed more than 13 million times.
The agency has signed Daley, who is married to the Oscar-winning Milk screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, and will work with management company Ymu Group, which continues to represent Daley globally.
Daley was previously an expert mentor on ITV’s diving competition series Splash!, which was remade in the U.S. by ABC.
The 27-year-old recently won gold and bronze medals at the Tokyo Olympics and won four Olympic medals in the 10-meter platform and synchronized 10-meter platform events, as well as 12 World, European and Commonwealth Championship gold medals. He made his Olympic debut in Beijing 2008.
Daley is also an activist for the LGBTQ+ community and came out in 2013 in a YouTube video that has been viewed more than 13 million times.
- 11/4/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Russell Crowe Movie Shuts Down In Oz
Production on movie Poker Face, directed by and starring Russell Crowe, has been temporarily closed in Australia due to a Covid case among the crew. A second case is under investigation. The film had been shooting in and around Sydney, despite a local lockdown, and was six days away from wrap. Crowe announced the shutdown on Twitter this morning. The actor wrote: “Unfortunately 6 days from the end of our shoot on PokerFace we have had a confirmed positive Covid case amongst our crew and a second possible positive under further investigation by our PokerFace Covid team and NSWHealth…For the safety of cast and crew and the wider community, the production has been immediately paused and everyone instructed to isolate whilst the situation is looked into. We have followed strict protocols with cast and crew being tested 3 times a week for the past 11+ weeks…...
Production on movie Poker Face, directed by and starring Russell Crowe, has been temporarily closed in Australia due to a Covid case among the crew. A second case is under investigation. The film had been shooting in and around Sydney, despite a local lockdown, and was six days away from wrap. Crowe announced the shutdown on Twitter this morning. The actor wrote: “Unfortunately 6 days from the end of our shoot on PokerFace we have had a confirmed positive Covid case amongst our crew and a second possible positive under further investigation by our PokerFace Covid team and NSWHealth…For the safety of cast and crew and the wider community, the production has been immediately paused and everyone instructed to isolate whilst the situation is looked into. We have followed strict protocols with cast and crew being tested 3 times a week for the past 11+ weeks…...
- 8/31/2021
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton will headline the Royal Television Society’s annual conference in Cambridge.
The two women will appear in conversation with Cambridge professor and television personality Mary Beard.
“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them, and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” the Rts said in a statement.
This year’s Rts Cambridge Convention, which is titled “Broadcast Britain: Reshaping Britishness on the global stage,” will also welcome speakers including England football manager Gareth Southgate, broadcaster Clare Balding and The Spectator editor Fraser Nelson, among others.
Broadcasting and political supremos will also be in attendance including British Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden, BBC director general Tim Davie and ITV CEO Carolyn McCall.
“The eminent combination of Hillary and Chelsea Clinton in conversation with Mary Beard promises an erudite and unmissable session, and a great...
The two women will appear in conversation with Cambridge professor and television personality Mary Beard.
“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them, and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” the Rts said in a statement.
This year’s Rts Cambridge Convention, which is titled “Broadcast Britain: Reshaping Britishness on the global stage,” will also welcome speakers including England football manager Gareth Southgate, broadcaster Clare Balding and The Spectator editor Fraser Nelson, among others.
Broadcasting and political supremos will also be in attendance including British Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden, BBC director general Tim Davie and ITV CEO Carolyn McCall.
“The eminent combination of Hillary and Chelsea Clinton in conversation with Mary Beard promises an erudite and unmissable session, and a great...
- 8/31/2021
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Hillary Rodham Clinton and daughter Chelsea Clinton have joined the lineup of the Royal Television Society’s Cambridge Convention next month.
“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” organizers said on Tuesday.
Also joining the TV industry event’s roster of speakers is the manager of England’s national soccer team, Gareth Southgate, who will close the conference in conversation with broadcaster, journalist and author Clare Balding.
The conference, held at King’s College in Cambridge on Sept. 15 and ...
“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” organizers said on Tuesday.
Also joining the TV industry event’s roster of speakers is the manager of England’s national soccer team, Gareth Southgate, who will close the conference in conversation with broadcaster, journalist and author Clare Balding.
The conference, held at King’s College in Cambridge on Sept. 15 and ...
- 8/31/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Hillary Rodham Clinton and daughter Chelsea Clinton have joined the lineup of the Royal Television Society’s Cambridge Convention next month.
“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” organizers said on Tuesday.
Also joining the TV industry event’s roster of speakers is the manager of England’s national soccer team, Gareth Southgate, who will close the conference in conversation with broadcaster, journalist and author Clare Balding.
The conference, held at King’s College in Cambridge on Sept. 15 and ...
“They will talk about what they see in the world, the stories that fascinate them and how their production company HiddenLight facilitates their global approach to storytelling,” organizers said on Tuesday.
Also joining the TV industry event’s roster of speakers is the manager of England’s national soccer team, Gareth Southgate, who will close the conference in conversation with broadcaster, journalist and author Clare Balding.
The conference, held at King’s College in Cambridge on Sept. 15 and ...
- 8/31/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Exclusive: A re-examination of the life of South African Paralympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius is in the works from Religion of Sports and Prx.
The company founded by Gotham Chopra, Michael Strahan, and Tom Brady and the public media organization have teamed up on False Idol, a new narrative series about the athlete, who was once considered the greatest Paralympian of all time.
Hosted by sports reporter Tim Rohan, the seven-part podcast, which will premiere on August 26, will look at how six months after becoming the first amputee sprinter to compete at the Olympics, he was arrested for the murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.
The series will explore Pistorius’ rise and the tragic events that followed, in addition to complex issues like hero worship, gender-based violence, and race in post-Apartheid South Africa. False Idol tells the story through the eyes of the people Pistorius irrevocably changed, and brings needed attention...
The company founded by Gotham Chopra, Michael Strahan, and Tom Brady and the public media organization have teamed up on False Idol, a new narrative series about the athlete, who was once considered the greatest Paralympian of all time.
Hosted by sports reporter Tim Rohan, the seven-part podcast, which will premiere on August 26, will look at how six months after becoming the first amputee sprinter to compete at the Olympics, he was arrested for the murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.
The series will explore Pistorius’ rise and the tragic events that followed, in addition to complex issues like hero worship, gender-based violence, and race in post-Apartheid South Africa. False Idol tells the story through the eyes of the people Pistorius irrevocably changed, and brings needed attention...
- 8/12/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Set to collect Special Award for his contribution to industry and focus on diversity.
Idris Elba has scooped this year’s Bafta Special Award for his contribution to TV, with a focus on his work in the diversity space.
The Luther star, who just signed a first-look deal with Apple and also runs his own indie, will be awarded and make a speech at next Friday’s Bafta TV Awards, which will take place remotely.
Bafta cited Elba’s starring roles in the likes of BBC1’s Luther and his breakout in The Wire but said his contribution “goes beyond...
Idris Elba has scooped this year’s Bafta Special Award for his contribution to TV, with a focus on his work in the diversity space.
The Luther star, who just signed a first-look deal with Apple and also runs his own indie, will be awarded and make a speech at next Friday’s Bafta TV Awards, which will take place remotely.
Bafta cited Elba’s starring roles in the likes of BBC1’s Luther and his breakout in The Wire but said his contribution “goes beyond...
- 7/21/2020
- by 1101315¦Max Goldbart Broadcast¦0¦
- ScreenDaily
Acclaimed British actor, writer and producer Idris Elba will receive a BAFTA Special Award for his creative contribution to television and his commitment to championing diversity and new talent in the industry.
The Special Award is one of the British Academy’s highest honors, with previous recipients for television including Nicola Shindler, Clare Balding, John Motson, Henry Normal, Nick Fraser, Lenny Henry, Delia Smith and Cilla Black.
Elba’s breakout came in HBO’s “The Wire” and he shot to international fame with his starring role in hit BBC drama “Luther,” for which he won a Golden Globe and scored several Primetime Emmy and BAFTA nominations. Last year, Elba starred in and executive produced the fifth season of “Luther.” Sky’s “In The Long Run,” created by and starring Elba, inspired by his own experiences, is back soon for a third season.
He founded production company Green Door Pictures in 2013 with a focus on inclusion,...
The Special Award is one of the British Academy’s highest honors, with previous recipients for television including Nicola Shindler, Clare Balding, John Motson, Henry Normal, Nick Fraser, Lenny Henry, Delia Smith and Cilla Black.
Elba’s breakout came in HBO’s “The Wire” and he shot to international fame with his starring role in hit BBC drama “Luther,” for which he won a Golden Globe and scored several Primetime Emmy and BAFTA nominations. Last year, Elba starred in and executive produced the fifth season of “Luther.” Sky’s “In The Long Run,” created by and starring Elba, inspired by his own experiences, is back soon for a third season.
He founded production company Green Door Pictures in 2013 with a focus on inclusion,...
- 7/20/2020
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Gold Derby can exclusively reveal all of the Emmy episode submissions for the six 2018 contenders as Best Variety Sketch Series. Each program enters one episode from this past season, and those will be available for voters to view on the Television Academy voter portal.
The defending champ is “Saturday Night Live,” which is back competing for its 43rd season. Four of the previous nominees are also returning — “Drunk History,” “Portlandia” and “Tracey Ullman’s Show.” Newcomers are “At Home with Amy Sedaris” and “I Love You, America with Sarah Silverman.”
SEE2018 Emmy nominations complete list: All the nominees for the 70th Emmy Awards
“At Home with Amy Sedaris” is submitting the episode “Holidays,” which aired November 28 on truTV. Official description: Amy Sedaris invites viewers to her celebrity-packed festive spectacular, but due to an unforeseen mishap, she’s unable to continue with her celebration. With the help of a few otherworldly...
The defending champ is “Saturday Night Live,” which is back competing for its 43rd season. Four of the previous nominees are also returning — “Drunk History,” “Portlandia” and “Tracey Ullman’s Show.” Newcomers are “At Home with Amy Sedaris” and “I Love You, America with Sarah Silverman.”
SEE2018 Emmy nominations complete list: All the nominees for the 70th Emmy Awards
“At Home with Amy Sedaris” is submitting the episode “Holidays,” which aired November 28 on truTV. Official description: Amy Sedaris invites viewers to her celebrity-packed festive spectacular, but due to an unforeseen mishap, she’s unable to continue with her celebration. With the help of a few otherworldly...
- 7/27/2018
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
The BBC has revealed its programming plans to cover the May 19 wedding of Prince Harry and Suits star Meghan Markle.
The British public broadcaster has lined up The X Factor host Dermot O’Leary and Crimewatch and Desert Island Discs host Kirsty Young to present the nuptials alongside BBC news presenter Huw Edwards. Ore Odubda, who won Strictly Come Dancing, the British version of Dancing with the Stars, Radio One’s Tina Daheley and The One Show host Alex Jones will join, marking the BBC’s most diverse line-up to cover a royal wedding.
The BBC is the only broadcaster allowed to film the actual ceremony, which takes places in St George’s Chapel in Windsor, but it will share its coverage with global networks.
The broadcaster has also lined up major radio plans including Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, who also appeared on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here,...
The British public broadcaster has lined up The X Factor host Dermot O’Leary and Crimewatch and Desert Island Discs host Kirsty Young to present the nuptials alongside BBC news presenter Huw Edwards. Ore Odubda, who won Strictly Come Dancing, the British version of Dancing with the Stars, Radio One’s Tina Daheley and The One Show host Alex Jones will join, marking the BBC’s most diverse line-up to cover a royal wedding.
The BBC is the only broadcaster allowed to film the actual ceremony, which takes places in St George’s Chapel in Windsor, but it will share its coverage with global networks.
The broadcaster has also lined up major radio plans including Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, who also appeared on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here,...
- 5/4/2018
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Prince William and Princess Kate joined Queen Elizabeth at a thanksgiving service at grand St. Paul's Cathedral in London on Friday as the Monarch kicked off three days of official celebrations of her 90th birthday. Flanking the Queen was her husband of 68 years, Prince Philip who was marking his own special milestone too - he turned 95 on Friday. Kate, in a "Julia" wool crepe coat that designer Catherine Walker & Co. described as "mist blue", and a hat by Jane Taylor, arrived with William and brother-in-law Prince Harry and had to wait - chatting with royal relatives. That's because the principal...
- 6/10/2016
- by Simon Perry, @SPerryPeoplemag
- PEOPLE.com
This week sees tickets for BBC Sports Personality of the Year go on sale, with the ceremony set to be held in Belfast later this year.
For those wanting to sit amongst the sportsmen and women to be honoured at the Sse Arena on Sunday, December 20, tickets will be available to buy from Thursday (October 15).
Marking the first time the ceremony is held in Northern Ireland, Gary Lineker, Clare Balding and Gabby Logan will host the awards in front of the live audience and millions watching on BBC One.
We've still got a few more weeks of sporting achievement ahead of us, but milestones bound to feature this year include England's Ashes triumph, Wayne Rooney becoming the Three Lions' top scorer and Chris Froome claiming his second yellow jersey in the Tour de France.
Other achievements this year include Northern Ireland reaching their first major football tournament in 30 years, Great...
For those wanting to sit amongst the sportsmen and women to be honoured at the Sse Arena on Sunday, December 20, tickets will be available to buy from Thursday (October 15).
Marking the first time the ceremony is held in Northern Ireland, Gary Lineker, Clare Balding and Gabby Logan will host the awards in front of the live audience and millions watching on BBC One.
We've still got a few more weeks of sporting achievement ahead of us, but milestones bound to feature this year include England's Ashes triumph, Wayne Rooney becoming the Three Lions' top scorer and Chris Froome claiming his second yellow jersey in the Tour de France.
Other achievements this year include Northern Ireland reaching their first major football tournament in 30 years, Great...
- 10/11/2015
- Digital Spy
Over a million viewers tuned in for Friday night's instalment of Celebrity Big Brother.
Bobby Davro and Janice Dickinson's arrival was seen by 1.39m (7.6%) from 9pm on Channel 5 (+1: 159k), as Tila Tequila was dramatically removed from the competition less than 24 hours in.
Celebrity Big Brother's Bit on the Side followed at 11pm with 743k (6.3%) (+1: 102k), while 436k stayed with the channel at 11.30 for live footage from the house.
The One Show was Friday's highest-rated programme outside of soaps for the third week running, airing to 3.14m (19.5%) at 7pm. BBC One documentary Canals: The Making of a Nation followed at 7:30pm with 2.64m (15%).
With a panel featuring Clare Balding and new X Factor judge Nick Grimshaw, Would I Lie To You? entertained 2.91m (14.6%) at 8.30pm, while Ripper Street held steady with an audience of 2.83m (15.1%) at 9pm.
The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice topped the...
Bobby Davro and Janice Dickinson's arrival was seen by 1.39m (7.6%) from 9pm on Channel 5 (+1: 159k), as Tila Tequila was dramatically removed from the competition less than 24 hours in.
Celebrity Big Brother's Bit on the Side followed at 11pm with 743k (6.3%) (+1: 102k), while 436k stayed with the channel at 11.30 for live footage from the house.
The One Show was Friday's highest-rated programme outside of soaps for the third week running, airing to 3.14m (19.5%) at 7pm. BBC One documentary Canals: The Making of a Nation followed at 7:30pm with 2.64m (15%).
With a panel featuring Clare Balding and new X Factor judge Nick Grimshaw, Would I Lie To You? entertained 2.91m (14.6%) at 8.30pm, while Ripper Street held steady with an audience of 2.83m (15.1%) at 9pm.
The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice topped the...
- 8/29/2015
- Digital Spy
Sir Peter O'Sullevan has passed away, aged 97.
The BBC horse-racing commentator, dubbed 'the Voice of Racing', died at home in London following a long illness.
During his career, he commentated on 50 Grand Nationals and a massive 14,000 races in total before retiring in 1997.
BBC Sport's Frank Keogh paid tribute to O'Sullevan: "His honeyed tones were the rhythmic racing backdrop to my upbringing, the comforting BBC voice in the corner calling home thoroughbreds.
"Big races brought big stories and the 'Voice of Racing' knew how to deliver."
He added: "Even through illness, he was bright, funny and dignified. The ultimate gentleman, who will be deeply missed."
Incomparable, irreplaceable, indelible. Sir Peter will never be matched & never forgotten. The ultimate pro & the definition of a gentleman
— Clare Balding (@clarebalding) July 29, 2015
Following his retirement, O'Sullevan set up a charitable trust which raised around £3.5 million for animal and racing-related charities.
He also wrote about...
The BBC horse-racing commentator, dubbed 'the Voice of Racing', died at home in London following a long illness.
During his career, he commentated on 50 Grand Nationals and a massive 14,000 races in total before retiring in 1997.
BBC Sport's Frank Keogh paid tribute to O'Sullevan: "His honeyed tones were the rhythmic racing backdrop to my upbringing, the comforting BBC voice in the corner calling home thoroughbreds.
"Big races brought big stories and the 'Voice of Racing' knew how to deliver."
He added: "Even through illness, he was bright, funny and dignified. The ultimate gentleman, who will be deeply missed."
Incomparable, irreplaceable, indelible. Sir Peter will never be matched & never forgotten. The ultimate pro & the definition of a gentleman
— Clare Balding (@clarebalding) July 29, 2015
Following his retirement, O'Sullevan set up a charitable trust which raised around £3.5 million for animal and racing-related charities.
He also wrote about...
- 7/29/2015
- Digital Spy
The stars have come out in force to defend the BBC against government criticism.
Daniel Craig, Dame Judi Dench, Jk Rowling and Sir David Attenborough are among the names who have signed an open letter to David Cameron ahead of the BBC's Charter Review.
Describing the corporation as a "very precious institution", they have warned the Prime Minister that "a diminished BBC would simply mean a diminished Britain".
Rachel Weisz, Mark Rylance, David Walliams, Miranda Hart, Michael McIntyre, Steven Moffatt, Richard Curtis, Simon Schama and Sir Lenny Henry have also put their names to the letter.
They are joined by Gary Lineker, Clare Balding, Claudia Winkleman, Graham Norton, Chris Evans, Professor Brian Cox, Stephen Fry, Michael Palin, Lord Melvyn Bragg, Adil Ray, Jamie Oliver, Clara Amfo, Nick Grimshaw, Trevor Nelson, Annie Nightingale and Reggie Yates.
The letter reads: "The Government and the BBC are now entering the Charter Review. We...
Daniel Craig, Dame Judi Dench, Jk Rowling and Sir David Attenborough are among the names who have signed an open letter to David Cameron ahead of the BBC's Charter Review.
Describing the corporation as a "very precious institution", they have warned the Prime Minister that "a diminished BBC would simply mean a diminished Britain".
Rachel Weisz, Mark Rylance, David Walliams, Miranda Hart, Michael McIntyre, Steven Moffatt, Richard Curtis, Simon Schama and Sir Lenny Henry have also put their names to the letter.
They are joined by Gary Lineker, Clare Balding, Claudia Winkleman, Graham Norton, Chris Evans, Professor Brian Cox, Stephen Fry, Michael Palin, Lord Melvyn Bragg, Adil Ray, Jamie Oliver, Clara Amfo, Nick Grimshaw, Trevor Nelson, Annie Nightingale and Reggie Yates.
The letter reads: "The Government and the BBC are now entering the Charter Review. We...
- 7/15/2015
- Digital Spy
After complaints it didn't match up to John Inverdale's Today at Wimbledon, Clare Balding's Wimbledon 2Day has brought in higher audience figures following an overhaul.
The new-look BBC2 show, with Balding still in the umpire's chair, brought in 2.2 million viewers (a 10.8% share) on Monday night.
That figure was almost 1 million up on the previous Monday's show, which had 1.3 million viewers and a 6.8% share.
Last week's audience average was also 1.3 million across six episodes.
Wimbledon 2Day started as a more informal programme than Today at Wimbledon, with Balding chatting to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.
It also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action were largely reduced.
The show's unpopular studio audience has now been axed, while the venue has become a studio above Centre Court, and the tennis highlights have been increased.
The new-look BBC2 show, with Balding still in the umpire's chair, brought in 2.2 million viewers (a 10.8% share) on Monday night.
That figure was almost 1 million up on the previous Monday's show, which had 1.3 million viewers and a 6.8% share.
Last week's audience average was also 1.3 million across six episodes.
Wimbledon 2Day started as a more informal programme than Today at Wimbledon, with Balding chatting to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.
It also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action were largely reduced.
The show's unpopular studio audience has now been axed, while the venue has become a studio above Centre Court, and the tennis highlights have been increased.
- 7/7/2015
- Digital Spy
The BBC is making big changes to Wimbledon 2Day after largely negative reviews.
Clare Balding's nightly Wimbledon highlights show has not gone down well with viewers or critics since it debuted last week, mainly due to its replacement of the usual Today at Wimbledon series.
The show's unpopular studio audience will be axed tonight (July 6), and will be replaced by a studio above Centre Court.
In previous years, John Inverdale hosted an evening highlights package, but Wimbledon 2Day has featured a more informal programme in which Balding chats to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.
It has also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action has been largely reduced.
The changes have been met with poor reviews, with 56% of Digital Spy users currently declaring the show dreadful, while 29% said it could do better and just 14% giving their seal of approval.
Clare Balding's nightly Wimbledon highlights show has not gone down well with viewers or critics since it debuted last week, mainly due to its replacement of the usual Today at Wimbledon series.
The show's unpopular studio audience will be axed tonight (July 6), and will be replaced by a studio above Centre Court.
In previous years, John Inverdale hosted an evening highlights package, but Wimbledon 2Day has featured a more informal programme in which Balding chats to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.
It has also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action has been largely reduced.
The changes have been met with poor reviews, with 56% of Digital Spy users currently declaring the show dreadful, while 29% said it could do better and just 14% giving their seal of approval.
- 7/6/2015
- Digital Spy
The BBC has decided to make big changes to Wimbledon 2Day after largely negative reviews.
Clare Balding's nightly Wimbledon highlights show has not gone down well with viewers or critics since it debuted last week, mainly due to its replacement of the usual Today at Wimbledon series.
The show's unpopular studio audience will be axed tonight (July 6), and will be replaced by a studio above Centre Court.
In previous years, John Inverdale hosted an evening highlights package, but Wimbledon 2Day has featured a more informal programme in which Balding chats to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.
It has also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action has been largely reduced.
The changes have been met with poor reviews, with 56% of Digital Spy users currently declaring the show dreadful, while 29% said it could do better and just 14% giving their seal of approval.
Clare Balding's nightly Wimbledon highlights show has not gone down well with viewers or critics since it debuted last week, mainly due to its replacement of the usual Today at Wimbledon series.
The show's unpopular studio audience will be axed tonight (July 6), and will be replaced by a studio above Centre Court.
In previous years, John Inverdale hosted an evening highlights package, but Wimbledon 2Day has featured a more informal programme in which Balding chats to guests and fans at a wine bar named the Gatsby Club.
It has also included home video clips of babies playing tennis, while highlights of the day's action has been largely reduced.
The changes have been met with poor reviews, with 56% of Digital Spy users currently declaring the show dreadful, while 29% said it could do better and just 14% giving their seal of approval.
- 7/6/2015
- Digital Spy
Clare Balding's new Wimbledon highlights show has been met with largely negative reviews since it debuted on Monday (June 29).
Wimbledon 2Day has been criticised by tennis fans on Twitter, while Radio Times called it "a mess, a giddy mix of inane tweets, snippets of matches (let's not forget actual tennis is being played, something, presumably we all want to see, which is why we've tuned in) and a bit of chat."
Much of the criticism has been levelled at the name of the show, and the fact that it's replaced tennis highlights with The One Show-style chat, home videos from viewers and tweets.
The show replaced the long-running Today at Wimbledon series which presented highlights of the day's action for those who may have missed the live matches while at work.
Its second show on Tuesday (June 30) appeared to be slightly tweaked to show more tennis, but viewers were still not best pleased.
Wimbledon 2Day has been criticised by tennis fans on Twitter, while Radio Times called it "a mess, a giddy mix of inane tweets, snippets of matches (let's not forget actual tennis is being played, something, presumably we all want to see, which is why we've tuned in) and a bit of chat."
Much of the criticism has been levelled at the name of the show, and the fact that it's replaced tennis highlights with The One Show-style chat, home videos from viewers and tweets.
The show replaced the long-running Today at Wimbledon series which presented highlights of the day's action for those who may have missed the live matches while at work.
Its second show on Tuesday (June 30) appeared to be slightly tweaked to show more tennis, but viewers were still not best pleased.
- 7/1/2015
- Digital Spy
Murder in Successville star Tom Davis has revealed he wants David and Victoria Beckham to guest on a second series.
BBC Three's semi-improvised comedy series stars Davis as the burly Di Sleet, with celebrity guests helping him solve a murder in the fictional 'Successville'.
"Everyone involved in it is dying to do a second series," the actor and comedian told Digital Spy. "If I'm honest, it's just whether there's a channel there to make it for!
"But yeah, fingers crossed - I'm really hopeful. There's nothing confirmed yet, but I'd love to take it up to the next level.
"We've always had big plans if it goes to a second series of what we want to do - the worry would be that people think they know how to handle it, but they've only seen the tip of the iceberg and we can pull the rug out from under them a lot more!
BBC Three's semi-improvised comedy series stars Davis as the burly Di Sleet, with celebrity guests helping him solve a murder in the fictional 'Successville'.
"Everyone involved in it is dying to do a second series," the actor and comedian told Digital Spy. "If I'm honest, it's just whether there's a channel there to make it for!
"But yeah, fingers crossed - I'm really hopeful. There's nothing confirmed yet, but I'd love to take it up to the next level.
"We've always had big plans if it goes to a second series of what we want to do - the worry would be that people think they know how to handle it, but they've only seen the tip of the iceberg and we can pull the rug out from under them a lot more!
- 6/24/2015
- Digital Spy
UK TV ratings roundup - data supplied by Barb
Big Brother's latest eviction was seen by more than 1 million people on Friday (June 19) evening.
As Jade Lynch became the eighth housemate to be evicted, Big Brother: Live Eviction was seen by an average audience of 1.07 million (6%). It peaked with 1.15 million (6.2%).
A further 462k (6.8%) watched Big Brother's: Bit on the Side at 10.30pm, while 322k (4.4%) watched live footage from the house immediately after.
Featuring guests such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Emilia Clarke, The Graham Norton Show was the evening's highest-rated programme outside of soaps.
An average audience of 3.45 million (27.4%) tuned in to watch the talk show at 10.35pm.
BBC One's evening kicked off with 2.97 million (19.4%) for The One Show at 7pm, followed by 2.47 million (14.7%) for Would I Lie to You immediately after.
Celebrity Masterchef continued with 3.34 million (18.1%) at 8.30pm, and peaked with 3.98 million (21.4%) at 9.45pm.
Over on BBC Two,...
Big Brother's latest eviction was seen by more than 1 million people on Friday (June 19) evening.
As Jade Lynch became the eighth housemate to be evicted, Big Brother: Live Eviction was seen by an average audience of 1.07 million (6%). It peaked with 1.15 million (6.2%).
A further 462k (6.8%) watched Big Brother's: Bit on the Side at 10.30pm, while 322k (4.4%) watched live footage from the house immediately after.
Featuring guests such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Emilia Clarke, The Graham Norton Show was the evening's highest-rated programme outside of soaps.
An average audience of 3.45 million (27.4%) tuned in to watch the talk show at 10.35pm.
BBC One's evening kicked off with 2.97 million (19.4%) for The One Show at 7pm, followed by 2.47 million (14.7%) for Would I Lie to You immediately after.
Celebrity Masterchef continued with 3.34 million (18.1%) at 8.30pm, and peaked with 3.98 million (21.4%) at 9.45pm.
Over on BBC Two,...
- 6/20/2015
- Digital Spy
Chris Evans has said that his new-look Top Gear will "definitely" feature a female co-host.
The presenter told BBC Radio 5 Live's Nicky Campbell that installing a female host was one of the changes he wanted to make to the BBC Two series.
When asked if a female host may join him, he said: "Absolutely. But not for the sake of it. I can confirm that definitely 100%."
Jodie Kidd, Clare Balding and Suzi Perry have been linked to the series in recent months, with Perry being spotted at the Tfi Friday bar on Friday night (June 12).
"I want to have people who are knowledgeable about cars, people who have great energy, good timing, who are keen to do things differently," Evans added.
The BBC Radio Two DJ was announced as the new lead host of Top Gear last night, following the departure of Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond.
Evans...
The presenter told BBC Radio 5 Live's Nicky Campbell that installing a female host was one of the changes he wanted to make to the BBC Two series.
When asked if a female host may join him, he said: "Absolutely. But not for the sake of it. I can confirm that definitely 100%."
Jodie Kidd, Clare Balding and Suzi Perry have been linked to the series in recent months, with Perry being spotted at the Tfi Friday bar on Friday night (June 12).
"I want to have people who are knowledgeable about cars, people who have great energy, good timing, who are keen to do things differently," Evans added.
The BBC Radio Two DJ was announced as the new lead host of Top Gear last night, following the departure of Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond.
Evans...
- 6/17/2015
- Digital Spy
Sandi Toksvig has claimed that she was rejected as the original host of Have I Got News For You because she was a woman.
The presenter and comedian revealed in an interview with Radio Times that she was overlooked for the position in favour of Angus Deayton in 1990 because the BBC decided it "couldn't have a woman in charge".
Speaking about auditioning for the show, Toksvig said: "They made two pilots, one with me and one with Angus Deayton.
"I was told by the producers that they preferred my version, but the channel decided they couldn't have a woman in charge."
Toksvig also revealed how the decision "made [her] feel inadequate and question whether [she] was really up to it".
She went on to speak about the tabloid scandal involving Deayton in 2002, saying: "I thought Angus was very good and he's an extremely nice chap... but I would not have been caught with either prostitutes or cocaine,...
The presenter and comedian revealed in an interview with Radio Times that she was overlooked for the position in favour of Angus Deayton in 1990 because the BBC decided it "couldn't have a woman in charge".
Speaking about auditioning for the show, Toksvig said: "They made two pilots, one with me and one with Angus Deayton.
"I was told by the producers that they preferred my version, but the channel decided they couldn't have a woman in charge."
Toksvig also revealed how the decision "made [her] feel inadequate and question whether [she] was really up to it".
She went on to speak about the tabloid scandal involving Deayton in 2002, saying: "I thought Angus was very good and he's an extremely nice chap... but I would not have been caught with either prostitutes or cocaine,...
- 6/16/2015
- Digital Spy
UK TV ratings roundup - data supplied by Barb
Tfi Friday's all-star anniversary special attracted an audience of over 3 million, overnight figures suggest.
Chris Evans and star guests including Tom Daley, Shaun Ryder, Lewis Hamilton and Jeremy Clarkson entertained 3.35m (18.3%) on Friday (June 12) - the highest-rated primetime programme outside of soaps and news bulletins.
10 classic Tfi Friday moments, from Shaun Ryder swearing to Freak or Unique
Elsewhere in Channel 4 primetime, Marvel's Agents of Shield concluded with 621k (3.2%) at 8pm, with 831k (8.7%) tuning in for Alan Carr's Chatty Man at 11pm. Greg Davies sitcom Man Down aired to 370k (6.8%) at midnight.
Meanwhile on Channel 5, 1.13 million watched this week's fake 'eviction' on Big Brother at 9pm, along with the return of past housemates Helen Wood, Nikki Grahame and Brian Belo in a secret bunker.
Big Brother's Bit on the Side attracted an audience of 370k (6.8%) at 10pm.
BBC One...
Tfi Friday's all-star anniversary special attracted an audience of over 3 million, overnight figures suggest.
Chris Evans and star guests including Tom Daley, Shaun Ryder, Lewis Hamilton and Jeremy Clarkson entertained 3.35m (18.3%) on Friday (June 12) - the highest-rated primetime programme outside of soaps and news bulletins.
10 classic Tfi Friday moments, from Shaun Ryder swearing to Freak or Unique
Elsewhere in Channel 4 primetime, Marvel's Agents of Shield concluded with 621k (3.2%) at 8pm, with 831k (8.7%) tuning in for Alan Carr's Chatty Man at 11pm. Greg Davies sitcom Man Down aired to 370k (6.8%) at midnight.
Meanwhile on Channel 5, 1.13 million watched this week's fake 'eviction' on Big Brother at 9pm, along with the return of past housemates Helen Wood, Nikki Grahame and Brian Belo in a secret bunker.
Big Brother's Bit on the Side attracted an audience of 370k (6.8%) at 10pm.
BBC One...
- 6/13/2015
- Digital Spy
John Inverdale has been replaced by Clare Balding as the host of this year's Wimbledon highlights show on BBC Two.
Balding will now host the revamped show Wimbledon 2Day, as announced by the BBC yesterday (June 9).
The move occurs two years after Inverdale received complaints for making sexist comments about 2013 champion Marion Bartoli. Nearly 700 people complained after he said that she was "never going to be a looker".
Inverdale - who was also replaced by Balding on BBC Radio 5 Live last year - will remain as a commentator at the corporation.
In a statement, the BBC said: "John Inverdale will take up a new role on TV commentary duties at this year's championship, and we are looking forward to having him as part of the team.
"The introduction of Wimbledon 2Day, presented by Clare Balding, will provide a fresh new look for the highlights show and continue to develop the...
Balding will now host the revamped show Wimbledon 2Day, as announced by the BBC yesterday (June 9).
The move occurs two years after Inverdale received complaints for making sexist comments about 2013 champion Marion Bartoli. Nearly 700 people complained after he said that she was "never going to be a looker".
Inverdale - who was also replaced by Balding on BBC Radio 5 Live last year - will remain as a commentator at the corporation.
In a statement, the BBC said: "John Inverdale will take up a new role on TV commentary duties at this year's championship, and we are looking forward to having him as part of the team.
"The introduction of Wimbledon 2Day, presented by Clare Balding, will provide a fresh new look for the highlights show and continue to develop the...
- 6/10/2015
- Digital Spy
Andy Roddick is the latest tennis ace to join the BBC commentary lineup for its annual Wimbledon coverage.
The three-time Wimbledon finalist will join the likes of Tim Henman and John McEnroe as the BBC broadcasts the two-week competition from June 29 to July 12.
Sue Barker will once again host the main coverage of the tournament on BBC One and BBC Two, while Clare Balding will host a new evening highlights show called Wimbledon 2Day every night on BBC Two.
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Justine Henin has also joined the BBC Radio 5 Live team.
The BBC will make up to 15 televised courts available to watch live online, on the Red Button or on connected TV.
Roddick said of his new role: "I'm honoured to join the BBC team for Wimbledon. The Championships will always have a special place in my heart, and I'm excited to come back to cover them."
Andy Murray...
The three-time Wimbledon finalist will join the likes of Tim Henman and John McEnroe as the BBC broadcasts the two-week competition from June 29 to July 12.
Sue Barker will once again host the main coverage of the tournament on BBC One and BBC Two, while Clare Balding will host a new evening highlights show called Wimbledon 2Day every night on BBC Two.
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Justine Henin has also joined the BBC Radio 5 Live team.
The BBC will make up to 15 televised courts available to watch live online, on the Red Button or on connected TV.
Roddick said of his new role: "I'm honoured to join the BBC team for Wimbledon. The Championships will always have a special place in my heart, and I'm excited to come back to cover them."
Andy Murray...
- 6/9/2015
- Digital Spy
UK TV ratings roundup - data supplied by Barb
BBC One's Have I Got News For You leads Friday's viewing figures with an average audience of 4.35 million.
The topical panel show, guest-hosted by Jack Dee, attracted an audience share of 22.2% during it's airing on the channel at 9pm.
BBC One previously brought in 2.42 million (15%) for The One Show at 7pm, 2.09 million (11.9%) for A Question of Sport, followed by 2.32 million (11.9%) for The Vicar of Dibley at 8.30pm.
Mrs Brown's Boys was seen by 2.83 million (15.1%) at 9.30pm, before The Graham Norton Show attracted 2.67 million (22.7%) at 10.35pm.
Over on BBC Two, Antiques Road Trip was seen by 1.05 million (6.3%), followed by 1.98 million (10.7%) for Mary Berry's Absolute Favourites and 2.17 million (11.2%) for Gardener's World.
Kate Humble: Living With Nomads attracted an average audience of 1.53 million (8%) at 9pm, while The Clare Balding Show at 10pm was seen by 710k and (4.2%).
Gino's Italian Escape...
BBC One's Have I Got News For You leads Friday's viewing figures with an average audience of 4.35 million.
The topical panel show, guest-hosted by Jack Dee, attracted an audience share of 22.2% during it's airing on the channel at 9pm.
BBC One previously brought in 2.42 million (15%) for The One Show at 7pm, 2.09 million (11.9%) for A Question of Sport, followed by 2.32 million (11.9%) for The Vicar of Dibley at 8.30pm.
Mrs Brown's Boys was seen by 2.83 million (15.1%) at 9.30pm, before The Graham Norton Show attracted 2.67 million (22.7%) at 10.35pm.
Over on BBC Two, Antiques Road Trip was seen by 1.05 million (6.3%), followed by 1.98 million (10.7%) for Mary Berry's Absolute Favourites and 2.17 million (11.2%) for Gardener's World.
Kate Humble: Living With Nomads attracted an average audience of 1.53 million (8%) at 9pm, while The Clare Balding Show at 10pm was seen by 710k and (4.2%).
Gino's Italian Escape...
- 6/6/2015
- Digital Spy
UK TV ratings roundup – data supplied by Barb
Big Brother: Timebomb's latest eviction and shock twist peaked with 1.36 million (7.4%) viewers at 10pm on Friday (May 29) evening.
An average audience of 1.04 million (5.1%) watched the show in its entirety, while a further 128k (1%) watched on Channel 5+1.
Big Brother's Bit on the Side was seen by 795k (6%) at 10.30pm, followed by 465k (5.4%) for live footage from the house.
Unsurprisingly, the fifth and last Britain's Got Talent semi-final was the highest-rated show of the evening, entertaining 8.02 million viewers (39.2%) from 7.30pm.
An average audience of 6.78 million (32.1%) watched the Britain's Got Talent results show at 9.30pm.
Elsewhere, BBC One's evening kicked off with 3.30 million (19.5%) for The One Show at 7pm, Room 101 was seen by 1.93 million (9.6%) at 8pm, followed by 1.72 million (8.2%) for The Vicar of Dibley at 8.30pm.
Have I Got News for You continued with 3.58 million (16.4%) viewers at 8.30pm, while Mrs. Brown's Boys...
Big Brother: Timebomb's latest eviction and shock twist peaked with 1.36 million (7.4%) viewers at 10pm on Friday (May 29) evening.
An average audience of 1.04 million (5.1%) watched the show in its entirety, while a further 128k (1%) watched on Channel 5+1.
Big Brother's Bit on the Side was seen by 795k (6%) at 10.30pm, followed by 465k (5.4%) for live footage from the house.
Unsurprisingly, the fifth and last Britain's Got Talent semi-final was the highest-rated show of the evening, entertaining 8.02 million viewers (39.2%) from 7.30pm.
An average audience of 6.78 million (32.1%) watched the Britain's Got Talent results show at 9.30pm.
Elsewhere, BBC One's evening kicked off with 3.30 million (19.5%) for The One Show at 7pm, Room 101 was seen by 1.93 million (9.6%) at 8pm, followed by 1.72 million (8.2%) for The Vicar of Dibley at 8.30pm.
Have I Got News for You continued with 3.58 million (16.4%) viewers at 8.30pm, while Mrs. Brown's Boys...
- 5/30/2015
- Digital Spy
Mary Berry's Absolute Favourites opened to more than 2 million viewers on BBC Two.
The new cooking show was seen by an average audience of 2.3 million and secured an 11.8% audience share at 8pm.
It was sandwiched between Antiques Road Trip with 1.09 million (6.3%) and Gardeners' World with 2.13 million (10.5%).
Britain's Greatest Generation and The Clare Balding Show were seen by 1.15 million (5.6%) and 870k (4.9%).
Have I Got News For You was the evening's highest-rated show outside of soaps, securing 4.43 million (21.5%) at 9pm on BBC One.
BBC One's evening kicked off with 3.36 million (20.5%) for The One Show at 7pm, while 2.83 million (15.7%) watched A Question of Sport immediately after.
Repeats of The Vicar of Dibley and Mrs Brown's Boys drew respective audiences of 2.5 million (12.3%) and 3.39 million (16.7%).
The Graham Norton Show rounded things off with 3.34 million (26.3%) at its usual time of 10.35pm.
Over on ITV, Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis continued with 2.33 million (11.9%) at 8pm,...
The new cooking show was seen by an average audience of 2.3 million and secured an 11.8% audience share at 8pm.
It was sandwiched between Antiques Road Trip with 1.09 million (6.3%) and Gardeners' World with 2.13 million (10.5%).
Britain's Greatest Generation and The Clare Balding Show were seen by 1.15 million (5.6%) and 870k (4.9%).
Have I Got News For You was the evening's highest-rated show outside of soaps, securing 4.43 million (21.5%) at 9pm on BBC One.
BBC One's evening kicked off with 3.36 million (20.5%) for The One Show at 7pm, while 2.83 million (15.7%) watched A Question of Sport immediately after.
Repeats of The Vicar of Dibley and Mrs Brown's Boys drew respective audiences of 2.5 million (12.3%) and 3.39 million (16.7%).
The Graham Norton Show rounded things off with 3.34 million (26.3%) at its usual time of 10.35pm.
Over on ITV, Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis continued with 2.33 million (11.9%) at 8pm,...
- 5/16/2015
- Digital Spy
Have I Got Election News for You was Friday's (May 8) highest rated show outside of soaps.
Hosted by Jo Brand, the topical panel show was seen by an average audience of 4.49 million (21.9%) at 9.30pm.
It was preceded by Question Time Election Special with 3.16 million (15.4%) from 8.30pm.
BBC One's evening kicked off with 4.14 million (22.7%) for The One Show at 7pm, while 3.12 million (16.4%) stuck around for A Question of Sport immediately after.
Slightly later than usual, The Graham Norton Show, which featured guests such as Miranda Hart and Rupert Everett, entertained 2.74 million ( 26.4%) at 11pm.
Over on ITV, Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis was seen by 2.56 million (13%) at 8pm, while Slow Train Through Africa with Griff Rhys Jones picked up an average audience of 2.21 million (10.8%) at 9pm.
BBC Two's evening began with 770k (4.2%) for Iolo's Great Welsh Parks at 7pm, followed by 910k (4.8%) for The Cenotaph - Highlights at 7.30pm.
An...
Hosted by Jo Brand, the topical panel show was seen by an average audience of 4.49 million (21.9%) at 9.30pm.
It was preceded by Question Time Election Special with 3.16 million (15.4%) from 8.30pm.
BBC One's evening kicked off with 4.14 million (22.7%) for The One Show at 7pm, while 3.12 million (16.4%) stuck around for A Question of Sport immediately after.
Slightly later than usual, The Graham Norton Show, which featured guests such as Miranda Hart and Rupert Everett, entertained 2.74 million ( 26.4%) at 11pm.
Over on ITV, Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis was seen by 2.56 million (13%) at 8pm, while Slow Train Through Africa with Griff Rhys Jones picked up an average audience of 2.21 million (10.8%) at 9pm.
BBC Two's evening began with 770k (4.2%) for Iolo's Great Welsh Parks at 7pm, followed by 910k (4.8%) for The Cenotaph - Highlights at 7.30pm.
An...
- 5/9/2015
- Digital Spy
Have I Got News for You was Friday's (May 1) highest-rated show outside of soaps.
Hosted by Alexander Armstrong, the topical panel show attracted an average audience of 4.07 million (19.8%) from 9pm.
BBC One's evening began with 3.24 (19.1%) for The One Show at 7pm, followed by 3.11 million (16.9%) for A Question of Sport at 7.30pm.
A repeat showing of Wallace & Gromit: A Grand Day Out filled the void left by Masterchef at 8.35pm, and managed to secure an average audience of 2.12 million (10.9%).
Mrs. Brown's Boys entertained 2.88 million (14.4%) at 9.30pm, while The Graham Norton Show secured ratings of 2.72 million (23.1%) at 10.40pm.
Over on ITV, Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis was seen by 2.36 million (12.5%) at 8pm, while Slow Train Through Africa with Griff Rhys Jones entertained 2.05 million (10.2%) at 9pm.
BBC Two's evening was dominated by Live Snooker: The World Championship coverage from 6.30pm until 9pm. The event drew an average audience of 1.14 million...
Hosted by Alexander Armstrong, the topical panel show attracted an average audience of 4.07 million (19.8%) from 9pm.
BBC One's evening began with 3.24 (19.1%) for The One Show at 7pm, followed by 3.11 million (16.9%) for A Question of Sport at 7.30pm.
A repeat showing of Wallace & Gromit: A Grand Day Out filled the void left by Masterchef at 8.35pm, and managed to secure an average audience of 2.12 million (10.9%).
Mrs. Brown's Boys entertained 2.88 million (14.4%) at 9.30pm, while The Graham Norton Show secured ratings of 2.72 million (23.1%) at 10.40pm.
Over on ITV, Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis was seen by 2.36 million (12.5%) at 8pm, while Slow Train Through Africa with Griff Rhys Jones entertained 2.05 million (10.2%) at 9pm.
BBC Two's evening was dominated by Live Snooker: The World Championship coverage from 6.30pm until 9pm. The event drew an average audience of 1.14 million...
- 5/2/2015
- Digital Spy
With an average audience of 5.85 million (27.5%), the Masterchef final was Friday's (April 25) highest-rated show outside of soaps.
The final of the cooking competition peaked with 6.6 million (31.1%) as the winner was announced between 9.15 and 9.30pm.
BBC One's evening began with 3.75 million (22.2%) for The One Show at 7pm, followed by 3.07 million (16.8%) for A Question of Sport at 7.30pm.
Hosted by Stephen Mangan, Have I Got News for You continued with 4.74 million (23.6%) viewers at 9pm, which was up on last week's average of 4.61 million.
Avengers: Age of Ultron cast members Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner and Elizabeth Olsen helped The Graham Norton Show secure ratings of 2.75 million (23.1%) at 10.35pm.
Over on ITV, Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis was seen by 2.27 million (11.4%) at 8pm, while Slow Train Through Africa with Griff Rhys Jones entertained 2.21 million (10.7%) at 9pm.
BBC Two's Live Snooker: The World Championship coverage attracted an average audience of 820k (4.6%) at 7pm.
The final of the cooking competition peaked with 6.6 million (31.1%) as the winner was announced between 9.15 and 9.30pm.
BBC One's evening began with 3.75 million (22.2%) for The One Show at 7pm, followed by 3.07 million (16.8%) for A Question of Sport at 7.30pm.
Hosted by Stephen Mangan, Have I Got News for You continued with 4.74 million (23.6%) viewers at 9pm, which was up on last week's average of 4.61 million.
Avengers: Age of Ultron cast members Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner and Elizabeth Olsen helped The Graham Norton Show secure ratings of 2.75 million (23.1%) at 10.35pm.
Over on ITV, Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis was seen by 2.27 million (11.4%) at 8pm, while Slow Train Through Africa with Griff Rhys Jones entertained 2.21 million (10.7%) at 9pm.
BBC Two's Live Snooker: The World Championship coverage attracted an average audience of 820k (4.6%) at 7pm.
- 4/25/2015
- Digital Spy
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