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Outrage Over Morrissey's Obscene Queen Photo
Rocker Morrissey has been branded "disgraceful" and a "vile creep" for performing a concert in front of a mocked-up image of Queen Elizabeth Ii making an obscene gesture.The former The Smiths frontman took to the...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 09 June 2014
Grandmaster Flash Prevented From Meeting Queen By Security Bosses
Hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash was left disappointed at his royal performance in 2002 because he was banned from meeting Queen Elizabeth Ii for security reasons.The Message hitmaker DJd at the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 02 June 2014
Wet Hot American Summer Rumored For Netflix As Sub Service Takes 'The Crown'
In a constant bid to dominate the ever-changing streaming-subscription landscape, Netflix are ordering their first British original drama, The Crown, a series inspired by the life of The Queen of England, while Wet Hot American...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 24 May 2014
Netflix Invests In £100m Queen Elizabeth Series 'The Crown'
Netflix has lined up a new £100 million dollar epic series about the life of Queen Elizabeth II. Entitled The Crown, the original programme concept will chart the British figurehead's six decades spent on the...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 May 2014
Celebrities Blossom & Bloom At Chelsea Flower Show Vip Preview [Pictures]
Following a week of sultry temperate and – for Britain – near tropical climes, the celebrities were out en masse to take in the sights at the Chelsea Flower Show on Monday (19th May).Alan Titchmarsh...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 20 May 2014
Angela Lansbury Honoured By The Queen At Windsor Castle
Beloved British actress Angela Lansbury officially became a Dame on Tuesday (15Apr14) when she received the honour from Queen Elizabeth Ii.The Murder, She Wrote star was named in the British monarch's New Year Honours List,...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 April 2014
Angela Lansbury "Very Proud" To Be Made A Dame
Angela Lansbury has today been bestowed with the honour of being made a dame by Queen Elizabeth in a special ceremony. The 88 year-old actress, who had previously been known as Angela Lansbury CBE, will...
By Lauren James in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 15 April 2014
Helen Mirren Guides Procession Of Stars To The Queen At Royal Arts Reception
Last night, Buckingham Palace hosted a star-studded reception for some of the world's most talented stars of stage and screen. The Royal Reception for Dramatic Arts celebrated the Queen's 60 years as patron of the...
By Lauren James in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 18 February 2014
Adam Ant Spent $96,000 On Queen Meeting
British pop star Adam Ant once spent more than $96,000 (£60,000) on a new suit and diamond jewellery to smarten himself up for a meeting with Queen Elizabeth Ii.The singer was given a brief audience...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 13 February 2014
Angela Lansbury Made A Dame In Queen's New Year Honours List
Beloved British actresses Angela Lansbury and Penelope Keith have landed Dame titles in Queen Elizabeth Ii's annual New Year Honours List.The Good Life star Keith and Murder, She Wrote's Lansbury join fellow thespians Michael Crawford...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 December 2013
Katherine Kenjins To Become An Obe
Katherine Jenkins will become an OBE in Queen Elizabeth's New Year Honours.The British monarch will present her annual awards and the singer will be recognised for her work supporting the nation's armed forces and a...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 29 December 2013
David Beckham Snubbed For Knighthood - Report
Sports superstar David Beckham has been snubbed for a knighthood in Queen Elizabeth Ii's New Year's Honours List, according to reports.The soccer icon's name was put forward as a potential candidate in May (13) following...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 December 2013
George Harrison Turned Down Obe Honour
Beatles star George Harrison turned down a special honour from British royal Queen Elizabeth Ii in 2000.The musician was chosen to a receive an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (Obe)...
By World Entertainment News Network in Music / Festivals on 22 December 2013
Adele Receives Mbe From Prince Charles
Singer Adele beamed with delight as she received a prestigious award in Queen Elizabeth Ii's Birthday Honours List on Thursday (19Dec13).The Someone Like You hitmaker attended London's Buckingham Palace for the formal ceremony, during which...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 19 December 2013
Judi Dench Sat On Throne At Buckingham Palace
Veteran actress Dame Judi Dench fears she accidentally sat on Queen Elizabeth Ii's throne during a visit to Buckingham Palace.The Bond star was attending a function at the royal residence in London with fellow actor...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 October 2013
Suspected Burglar Arrested At Buckingham Palace
A suspected burglar has been arrested after allegedly breaking into Queen Elizabeth Ii's official London residence Buckingham Palace.The unnamed man was detained on suspicion of burglary, trespass and criminal damage after allegedly scaling a fence...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 07 September 2013
Daniel Craig And Rachel Weisz Eyeing Up English Estate?
Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz are eyeing up an $18.7 million English estate.The 'Skyfall' actor and his wife of two years are reportedly interested in buying the 1,050 acre Dalby Hall Estate after being linked...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 06 September 2013
Royal Baby Photos And Facts: Here's What We Know Of 22 Day Old Prince George
22 days after the birth of Prince George of Cambridge, interest in one of the most famous babies in the world is still high. So here's a quick round-up of all the facts and photos...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 13 August 2013
Sharon Stone Left Speechless By The Queen
Sharon Stone was left tongue-tied when she met Queen Elizabeth Ii earlier this summer (13) because she was suddenly starstruck by the British royal.The Basic Instinct star gave up a planned vacation in Israel with...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 07 August 2013
Welcome, Prince George - The Youngest Royal Finally Has A Name
Baby names are usually a big decision, but few infants can boast that the eyes of a nation (much less the world) were on them, while it was made. The wait is now over and...
By Victoria Pavlova in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 24 July 2013
Odds Of Royal Baby Are 1:1, Everything Else Is Up For Grabs
While the world (or parts of it, anyway) awaits the birth of the royal baby with baited breath, bookies are making some serious dough every day that the infant bides its time. There are bets...
By Victoria Pavlova in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 17 July 2013
Katherine Jenkins And Kiri Te Kanawa Kick Off Coronation Celebrations
Katherine Jenkins and Dame Kiri Te Kanawa kicked off Queen Elizabeth Ii's coronation anniversary celebrations by performing for the British monarch at Buckingham Palace on Thursday night (11Jul13).The royal is marking 60 years since she...
By WENN on 12 July 2013
Adele & Rowan Atkinson Land Titles On Queen's Birthday Honors List
Singer Adele and Mr. Bean star Rowan Atkinson have been named among the recipients of coveted titles on Queen Elizabeth Ii's Birthday Honors List.The 87-year-old monarch has bestowed a Most Excellent Order of the British...
By WENN on 15 June 2013
Britain's Prince Philip Falls Ill
Queen Elizabeth Ii's husband the Duke Of Edinburgh has pulled out of an official engagement in London after falling ill.Prince Philip was due to attend the Royal National Institute of Blind People gala at St....
By WENN on 04 June 2013
Dame Helen Mirren Grants Dying Fan's Wish
Dame Helen Mirren thrilled a terminally ill young fan by dressing as Britain's Queen Elizabeth Ii and inviting him to join her for tea.The actress reached out to 10-year-old schoolboy Oliver Burton, who is battling...
By WENN on 19 May 2013
Stars Line-up For Queen's Coronation Concerts
Pop stars Katie Melua and The Feeling, and classical singers Katherine Jenkins and Russell Watson are set to perform for Queen Elizabeth Ii as part of a concert series marking the 60th anniversary of her...
By WENN on 30 April 2013
Kate Bush Receives Cbe From Queen Elizabeth Ii
Kate Bush has been honoured with a Commander of the British Empire (Cbe) medal by Queen Elizabeth Ii.The reclusive Wuthering Heights singer made a rare public appearance on Wednesday (10Apr13) to accept the accolade from...
By WENN on 10 April 2013
Helen Mirren Heading To America With The Audience
Dame Helen Mirren is set to thrill her American fans with her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth Ii in hit stage show The Audience - the production is heading Stateside next year (14).The actress has won...
By WENN on 29 March 2013
Helen Mirren Worried New Play Would Upset Queen Elizabeth Ii
Dame Helen Mirren initially planned to turn down the chance to portray Queen Elizabeth Ii for a second time because she was worried about upsetting the British monarch.The actress, who won an Oscar for her...
By WENN on 05 March 2013
Symptoms Of Gastroenteritis Sees The Queen Admitted To Hospital And Having To Cancel Events And Appearances
Now aged 86 it's a wonder that her Majesty the Queen doesn't suffer with more illnesses, but a lifetime of the best food and best healthcare available to her has probably stood her in good...
By Lorna Greville on 03 March 2013
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