The world of UK celebrities has been abuzz with recent events, from star-studded appearances at Wimbledon to the return of popular reality TV shows featuring well-known faces.
At the prestigious Wimbledon Championships, the Royal Box was graced by a host of celebrities, including singer Olivia Rodrigo, actor John Cena, and tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka, and Emma Raducanu. The presence of such luminaries added to the excitement of the matches, with Sabalenka admitting she avoided looking at the VIP guests to stay focused, while Raducanu acknowledged the added pressure of performing in front of such notable spectators.
In the realm of reality television, "Celebrity Big Brother 2025" has returned to ITV1, ITVX, STV, and STV Player, with its live final scheduled for April 25 at 9pm. Hosted by AJ Odudu and Will Best, the show features a diverse lineup of celebrity housemates, including EastEnders star Patsy Palmer, actor Mickey Rourke, and Olympic athlete Daley Thompson. The house has moved to a new location, and viewers can connect with the show through behind-the-scenes content and late-night coverage.
Additionally, "Celebrity Traitors UK" is set to premiere on BBC One later in 2025, following the success of "The Traitors UK" season 3. Hosted 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, among others. 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.
In the legal arena, Prince Harry achieved a significant 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.
These developments highlight the dynamic nature of the UK entertainment industry, where celebrities continue to captivate audiences through their performances, appearances, and personal endeavors.
