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. 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. The series continues to captivate audiences, with over 100 million streams on ITVX, and includes exclusive interviews with evictees and commentary from hosts and guest celebrities.
**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.
**Prince Harry's Legal Victory Over Murdoch's Newspaper Group**
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. While NGN admitted wrongdoing at The Sun, it maintained that there was no senior-level cover-up.
**Ozzy Osbourne's Passing and Fans' Final Farewell**
Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, known as the "Prince of Darkness," has passed away at the age of 76. Fans have been invited to pay their respects, with plans for his funeral confirmed. The Black Sabbath frontman will be laid to rest on Wednesday, with details of the ceremony being shared with the public. Osbourne's death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from fans and fellow musicians alike, reflecting on his significant impact on the music industry and popular culture.
**Hannah Spearritt's Departure from Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins**
S Club 7 star Hannah Spearritt has reportedly quit Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins just hours into the first day of filming. The gruelling reality series, which puts celebrities through intense special forces training, has seen Spearritt's unexpected departure, leaving fans and fellow contestants surprised. The reasons behind her decision remain unclear, but her exit has sparked discussions about the pressures and challenges faced by celebrities participating in such demanding shows.
These developments highlight the dynamic nature of the UK entertainment industry, showcasing the successes, challenges, and personal stories of its celebrities. As the year progresses, audiences can anticipate more news and events that continue to shape the landscape of British showbiz.
