The UK entertainment industry is abuzz with recent developments, from the return of popular reality shows to significant legal victories and evolving industry dynamics. Here's a roundup of the latest news involving UK celebrities.
**Celebrity Big Brother 2025 Returns with Star-Studded Line-Up**
Celebrity Big Brother 2025 has made a grand return, airing nightly on ITV1, ITVX, STV, and STV Player, with its live final scheduled for April 25 at 9pm. Hosted once again by AJ Odudu and Will Best, the show features a diverse group of celebrity housemates, including EastEnders star Patsy Palmer, actor Mickey Rourke, Coronation Street's Jack P Shepherd, Olympic athlete Daley Thompson, and singer JoJo Siwa. As of now, Chesney, Chris, Danny, Donna, Jack, and JoJo are the six finalists competing for the top prize. The house has moved to a new location, and viewers can connect with the show through behind-the-scenes content and late-night coverage.
**Celebrity Traitors UK Set to Premiere with Star-Studded Cast**
Celebrity Traitors UK is set to premiere on BBC1 later in 2025, likely in late summer or early autumn, following the success of The Traitors UK season 3. Hosted once again by Claudia Winkleman, this celebrity edition will see well-known faces competing in the popular murder-mystery format. Confirmed participants include Tom Daley, Bob Mortimer, Stephen Fry, Jonathan Ross, and Clare Balding. The show, filmed at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, will follow the usual format: celebrities will start as Faithfuls, with a few secretly selected as Traitors aiming to deceive the rest. Through missions, players build a prize fund of up to £120,000, with celebrities aiming to win up to £100,000 for charity. Regular banishments and “murders” spice up the gameplay, culminating in either the Faithfuls or a remaining Traitor claiming the prize. Production began in spring 2025, and fans can anticipate plenty of deception, strategy, and entertainment in this new twist on the hit series.
**Prince Harry's Legal Victory Over Murdoch Newspapers**
Prince Harry has achieved a significant legal victory over Rupert Murdoch's UK newspaper group, News Group Newspapers . The publisher admitted for the first time to unlawful actions at its tabloid, The Sun, and agreed to a substantial damages payment. Harry had accused NGN of illegally obtaining private information about him from 1996 to 2011 and intruding into the private life of his late mother, Princess Diana. The settlement is reported to be over £10 million, mainly covering legal fees. NGN issued an apology for the serious intrusion into Harry's private life. This settlement may mark the end of similar lawsuits against NGN, which has faced significant financial repercussions from prior lawsuits involving phone hacking and other illegal information gathering activities.
**Upcoming Series of 'I'm a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!'**
The twenty-fourth series of 'I'm a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!' is set to return on 17 November 2024 on ITV. The series will be filmed in Murwillumbah, New South Wales, with Ant & Dec returning to present the series. The show's spin-off, 'I'm a Celebrity: Unpacked,' will also return, four years after being axed. It will be presented by Joel Dommett, alongside Sam Thompson and Kemi Rodgers. The series will feature a new lineup of celebrities competing in various challenges and trials.
**Ozzy Osbourne's Passing and Funeral Arrangements**
Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne has passed away at the age of 76. Fans have been invited to pay their respects, with funeral arrangements confirmed for Wednesday. The Black Sabbath frontman was known for his contributions to the music industry and his unique style. His passing has left a significant impact on fans and the music community worldwide.
These developments highlight the dynamic nature of the UK entertainment industry, showcasing a blend of legal battles, reality TV comebacks, and the enduring legacy of iconic figures.
