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A 13-YEAR-old boy armed with a hammer, knife, and pistol has rampaged through a Russian school, wounding a teacher and three students, reports say.
One girl has been left fighting for her life after she had her throat cut and had been hit on the head with the hammer.
Biology teacher Nina Shoshina, 57, was wounded as she tried to overpower the boy and protect her children at the school in the Urals city of Chelyabinsk.
The suspected attacker, named as Roman G, was detained at School number 68.
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DERMOT O’Leary has landed his dream role – in BBC soap EastEnders.
The television presenter has made no secret of the fact that he’s a soap superfan and has wanted to be in the long-running show.
Last year This Morning soaps queen Sharon Marshall was asked to put a good word in for him with EastEnders bosses.
“I’d quite like to be a police officer on EastEnders or Corrie,” Dermot said at the time.
Sharon agreed that he had ‘the look of an off-duty copper’ adding: “I could see you with Jack [Branning, police detective].”
Presenter Holly Willoughby made the cheeky request on the show then – and now Sharon is a writer on the soap, she’s made it happen.
And now it is available to view – in today’s episode which is penned by Sharon.
But rather than playing a role, instead he played himself – but he sadly wasn’t seen.
Instead he appeared as himself as a radio presenter holding a competition to win a holiday to Greece.
Kathy Beale was listening in the cafe, as Dermot revealed the question:
He said: “What links these three words – mincing, frying pan, little Britain?”
“A trip for two, sun, sea sand, you know the rest…”
Kathy ranted about her last trip to Greece, while Harvey used her phone to enter the competition for her – and he got the answer right being a cabby – London streets.
Later Kathy received a call and was live on the radio with Dermot asking her another question to win the holiday.
Ed Sheeran
In 2015 the chart-topping singer/songwriter made his soap debut – down under. The star appeared in Home & Away as Marilyn Chambers’ former charge when she was a nanny in England. He even performed for her and the locals once they realised who he was.
Peter Kay
The iconic Bolton funnyman had always wanted a role in Coronation Street – so his pals on the cobbles made it happen. He played hapless Newton & Ridley drayman Eric Gartside, who took Shelley Unwin on a date. Obviously it all went wrong but it was hilarious to watch back in 2004.
David Walliams
David dropped by for Christmas Day in 2003 EastEnders, when Kat and Alfie Moon were getting married. The children’s writer played Ray, a fake registrar hired because Alfie’s divorce hadn’t been finalised yet. As expected, the truth came to light and the ceremony was swiftly cut short.
Lorraine Kelly
The adored daytime telly presenter took a short break from occasionally hosting her own show in 2019 – to get shot by Corrie icon Gail Platt. In the episode, Audrey (Sue Nicholls) and Gail (Helen Worth) were bizarrely indulging in a spot of archery when they got distracted. Shortly after, an unconvincing cry could be heard. Gail had shot Lorraine in the leg, who stumbled out saying: “You daft wee woman. You could have killed me.” Laughing about her performance, Lorraine told Graham Norton it was “as wooden as a forest of trees”.
Boris Johnson
Before Boris Johnson became Britain’s prime minister, he was the mayor of London – making him an ideal candidate for an EastEnders cameo. In one episode in 2009, Boris, known for his love of cycling, popped into Peggy Mitchell’s Queen Vic for assistance when his bike got punctured. Just before then, Peggy (Barbara Windsor) was telling other Walford residents how she wouldn’t hesitate to give Boris a piece of her mind if she ever met him. Spoiler alert – she didn’t.
Bonnie Tyler
When it comes to the Big Four soaps, Hollyoaks has a reputation for pulling out all the stops when it comes to whacky scenes. In its late-night spin-off Hollyoaks Later, pop icon Bonnie Tyler appeared to Carmel McQueen (Gemma Merna) as her guardian angel. A distressed Carmel had gotten herself locked up after she was arrested for prostitution. In ned of a friend, Bonnie was on hand to offer some words of advice. They even had a mini duet together when they sang Holding Out For a Hero.
She didn’t know that one either, but Harvey did – and she answered in the nick of time before deciding to give Harvey the holiday.
And Dermot got his role on EastEnders.
POPULAR BBC comedy-drama The Scotts has been cancelled after three series.
A fourth series was in the works, but all production has now been halted, according to the broadcaster.
BBC mockumentary The Scotts is officially coming to an end after three series.
The show is a spoof reality series which shadows the lives of “a typical Scottish family” in Glasgow.
It ran for 18 episodes from 2020 to 2023 and was created by stars Robert Florence and Iain Connell who play squabbling brothers Vincent and Henry Scott.
In the series, the duo is joined by Stevens & McCarthy star Louise McCarthy who plays their sister Colette.
Sharon Young, Shauna MacDonald, Taylor Stewart, Lee Greig, Amy Leith, Barbara Rafferty and stand-up Jamie MacDonald round out the main cast.
After the news broke that the show would be ending after three series, Robert directed fans to catch up on the Scott family drama in iPlayer.
“I loved doing this. It’s nice that you can catch it all from start to finish whenever you like,” he wrote on social media.
“Pilot is a bit patchy, still finding our feet. Gets better as it goes. Amazing cast made all the difference. It was fun!” Robert added.
Devastated fans of the show quickly responded to Robert’s post begging for a fourth series.
In the comments, one said: “Sad it’s finished, was really looking forward to Collette’s wedding. That would have been hilarious.”
“The pilot episode is one of my favourites, was delighted when it got added to the iPlayer,” another fan replied.
Meanwhile, a third called it the “best Scottish sitcom since Still Game.”
Sadly, fans won’t be getting their wish anytime soon as a BBC Scotland spokesperson confirmed to British Comedy Guide that production of a fourth series has officially been halted.
However, they also noted that the door is still open for the dysfunctional Glaswegian dynasty to return for further episodes in the future.
We look back at some of the best to ever grace the screen.
Fawlty Towers (1975-1979) – Only two series were made of the beloved institution. However, the cultural impact of the series starring John Cleese and Connie Booth spans decades. It follows rude and intolerant Basil Fawlty (Cleese) as he attempts to improve the reputation of his hotel.
Only Fools and Horses (1981-2003) – The show was crowned by some as the best British sitcom of all time by a TV poll in 2004. Seven series were broadcast on BBC until 1991 with additional sporadic Christmas specials airing until 2003. Sir David Jason starred as ambitious market trader Derek “Del Boy” Trotter whilst Nicholas Lyndhurst played his younger half-brother Rodney. Set in working-class Peckham in south-east London, it follows the highs and lows of the lives of the Trotters’, in particular their brazen attempts to get rich.
Blackadder (1983 – 1989) – Four series were made of the iconic show, created by Richard Curtis and Rowan Atkinson. Each series spans a different historical period as anti-hero Edmund Blackadder (Atkinson) tries to better himself in each society. Accompanied by his dogsbody Baldrick (Tony Robinson), trouble always ensues. A TV poll in 2004 found that Blackadder was voted the second-best British sitcom of all time
Absolutely Fabulous (1992 – 2012) – Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley star as failing PR guru Edina ‘Eddie’ Monsoon and alcoholic fashionista Patsy Stone. The pair embark on heavy-drinking sessions and abuse drugs in a desperate attempt to stay ‘hip’. Eddie constantly chases bizarre fads and fails to lose weight whilst her disappointed and neglected daughter Saffy (Julia Sawalha) looks on.
Little Britain (2003 – 2006) – The premise is simple. A sketch show which features different British people from all walks of life that are engaged in all sorts of comical scenarios. Starring Matt Lucas and David Walliams, the pair created iconic pop culture characters. Viewers loved obnoxious council estate teenager Vicky Pollard, morbidly obese scrounger Bubbles Devere, slimming coach Marjorie Dawes, despondent office worker Carol Beer, disgraced politician Sir Norman Fry, of course the iconic Lou and Andy!
The Catherine Tate Show (2004-2015) – A sketch show starring the likes of Catherine Tate. She made iconic characters such as rowdy schoolgirl Lauren Cooper with her line ‘Am I bovvered?’. Other characters featured Bernie the nurse, the aga saga woman, complaining couple Janice and Ray, and of course her infamous ‘Nan’, Joannie Taylor. The last character herself spawned multiple specials and even a movie.
Gavin and Stacey (2007 – Present) The series tells the story of Gavin (Matthew Horne) and Stacey (Joanna Page). The pair embarked on an online and telephone romance for six months. But when they finally decide to be together properly, their friends and family get in the way. Ruth Jones and James Corden created the beloved show, which has been going for over a decade. The 2019 Christmas special was the most-watched comedy in 17 years and the most-viewed non-sporting event in a decade.
“The Scotts won’t be returning for a fourth series this year,” they confirmed.
“We’ve stood down the film crew that followed one of Scotland’s most outrageous families … for now, at least.
“In the meantime, there are lots of new comedy series to look forward to in the coming months with Stevens & McCarthy, Only Child and The Chief on the horizon.”
Happily for fans of Robert and Iain, the long-time collaborators are continuing to work together as they are reprising their roles from the cult BBC sketch show Burnistoun which they created together in 2009.
Burnistoun ended in 2019, but Robert and Iain will return as popular characters Peter and Scott for four work-in-progress live shows at the Barras Art And Design venue in Glasgow, beginning on Friday 20 September.
They are also reportedly developing storylines for a potential spin-off film.
Speaking to BCG in 2021, Florence revealed that the film’s working title was Peter & Scott’s Dark Night Of The Soul.
All episodes of The Scotts and Burnistoun are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
SHOGUN had a sweeping win at this year’s Emmy Awards, while Netflix’s The Gentlemen missed out.
The 76th ceremony took place at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
Before the biggest night in television kicked off, stars including Sofía Vergara and Jennifer Aniston wowed in stunning dresses on the red carpet.
The big winners of the night were Shogun – with the Disney+ drama landing record-breaking wins.
Shogun scooped an incredible 18 Emmys in total, including for Outstanding Drama Series.
Netflix’s highly acclaimed Baby Reindeer walked away with Best Limited series while its creator and lead star Richard Gadd bagged outstanding writing for a limited or anthology series or movie.
Elsewhere, Prime Video’s Hacks beat off The Bear to win Best Comedy Series, but Christopher Storer did win outstanding directing for a comedy series for The Bear.
Despite ranking in Netflix’s charts and getting a second series, The Gentleman walked away almost empty handed.
The drama, created by Guy Ritchie, did win Outstanding Stunt Coordination For Comedy Programming.
But the British were well represented by The Crown’s Elizabeth Debicki as the star walked away with a gong for Outstanding supporting actress in a drama series.
During the ceremony John Oliver launched into a sweary rant after producers tried to rush his winner’s speech.
The Last Week Tonight presenter was paying tribute to his late dog when music began to play to usher him off stage.
Not giving in, John remained on stage to finish his speech and told show bosses ‘f**k you’.
Outstanding drama series – Shogun
Outstanding comedy series – Hacks
Outstanding limited or anthology series – Baby Reindeer
Outstanding lead actor in a drama series – Hiroyuki Sanada – Shogun
Outstanding lead actress in a drama series – Anna Sawai – Shogun
Outstanding lead actor in a comedy series – Jeremy Allen White – The Bear
Outstanding lead actress in a comedy series – Jean Smart – Hacks
Outstanding lead actor in a limited or anthology series or movie – Richard Gadd – Baby Reindeer
Outstanding lead actress in a limited or anthology series or movie – Jodie Foster – True Detective: Night Country
Outstanding supporting actor in a drama series – Billy Crudup – The Morning Show
Outstanding supporting actress in a drama series – Elizabeth Debicki – The Crown
Outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series – Ebon Moss-Bachrach – The Bear
Outstanding supporting actress in a comedy series – Liza Colon-Zayas – The Bear
Outstanding supporting actor in a limited or anthology series or movie – Lamorne Morris – Fargo
Outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie – Jessica Gunning – Baby Reindeer
Outstanding reality competition program – The Traitors
Outstanding scripted variety series – Last Week Tonight With John Oliver
Outstanding talk series – The Daily Show
Outstanding writing for a drama series – Slow Horses, Negotiating With Tigers – Will Smith
Outstanding writing for a comedy series – Hacks, Bulletproof – Lucia Aniello, Paul W Downs & Jen Statsky
Outstanding writing for a limited or anthology series or movie – Baby Reindeer – Richard Gadd
Outstanding writing for a variety special – Alex Edelman: Just For Us
Outstanding directing for a drama series – Shogun, Crimson Sky – Frederick EO Toye
Outstanding directing for a comedy series – The Bear, Fishes – Christopher Storer
Outstanding directing for a limited or anthology series or movie – Ripley – Steven Zaillian
LOVE Island star Ovie Soko has accused Georgia Harrison of “playing up for the cameras” on Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins.
The basketball player admitted that Georgia was the only co-star he didn’t bond with on the show.
Ovie revealed that he stepped up to the grueling military challenge for a “personal journey”.
However, he felt that not everyone had the same approach to the programme.
Ovie told The Sun: “I didn’t go on SAS to have drama moments, I went on SAS for a personal journey.
“I didn’t know whether that was Georgia Harrison’s full goal, at times it just felt like she played up for the cameras.
“Everyone understood we’re here to give it a good crack, we are here to help each other.
“I felt like everyone got that on the show besides her.”
Georgia signed up to the “toughest ever” installment of the hit Channel 4 show.
She headed to New Zealand with Pete Wicks, Bobby Norris, John Barrowman, Anthony Ogogo, Cherry Healey, Bianca Gascoigne and others.
Head Instructor Mark “Billy” Billingham oversees their progress, accompanied by Directing Staff (DS) Jason “Foxy” Fox, Rudy Reyes and Chris Oliver.
Georgia now a reality TV expert after appearing on TOWIE, Love Island, The Challenge: War of the Worlds and Celebrity Ex on the Beach.
Speaking about her time on the show, that sees stars undertake brutal challenges, she said: “It completely lived up to my expectation. It was like something off a movie.
“It was just brilliant and as much as there were times that I had to overcome the challenges I had to overcome, I wouldn’t change it for the world.”
Ovie has also had his fair share of TV appearances and modeling deals after stepping into the Love Island villa in 2019.
Ovie signed a huge six-figure deal to be the face of fashion brand Asos.
He has also appeared in numerous adverts, even landing the role of the Diet Coke hunk.
As well as Diet Coke, Ovie has also bagged tie-ups with mobile phone brand Voxi and takeaway giant Just Eat, which he promoted with Amber Gill.
He also appeared on Celebrity Bake Off.
