Getty Images Minecraft Movie star Jack Black joined SNL cast member Michael Longfellow in a recent Saturday Night Live sketch US TV institution Saturday Night Live has entertained viewers and created comedy stars for 50 years. Can a British version reach the same heights? For five decades, the phrase “Live from New York, it’s Saturday … Read more
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Paul Glynn and Annabel Rackham Culture reporters Getty Images Charli XCX’s album Brat topped the UK charts in October 2024, after it was re-released as a remix album The Brit Awards belonged to Charli XCX on Saturday night, who completed her transformation from underground hero to bona fide pop star by winning five awards including … Read more
Annabel Rackham Culture reporter Getty Images The Brit Awards red carpet is well underway, with some amazing musical talent making an appearance for the UK’s biggest night in music. Sabrina Carpenter and Teddy Swims have so far stolen the show with their outfits. Teddy, whose track Lose Control was nominated for international song of the … Read more
Pop star Charli XCX has been named songwriter of the year by the Brit Awards, indicating that she could dominate this year’s ceremony when it takes place on Saturday. The English singer already had the most nominations of any artist this year – five in total – recognising the global success of her agenda-setting album, … Read more
