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Alan Davies reveals key symptom that led to bladder cancer diagnosis

Alan Davies reveals key symptom that led to bladder cancer diagnosis

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Alan Davies has given fans a health update following his bladder cancer diagnosis. The stand-up comedian, writer and actor – best known for his role in the BBC mystery series Jonathan Creek and panel show QI – was diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2024. Davies, 60, also revealed the symptom that made him realise that something was wrong. Speaking to Jonathan Ross during an episode of the chat show due to air on Saturday (4 April), Davies said: “In 2024, I had bladder cancer. Luckily, [there was] a little bit of blood in the toilet bowl and I saw it…” He went on to describe the flexible cystoscopy procedure that he underwent in order to remove the tumour. “It’s not very nice and it’s not as bad as you think,” he said. “They got it out, so phew.” Davies has since …

The Kinks star Dave Davies says Moby made ‘clumsy mistake’ in Lola comments

The Kinks star Dave Davies says Moby made ‘clumsy mistake’ in Lola comments

Published by Sam Flores

The Kinks star Dave Davies believes Moby made “a clumsy mistake” by condemning their song Lola as “gross and transphobic”. Porcelain star Moby hit headlines after he told The Guardian that hearing the 1970 track on a Spotify playlist left him “taken aback” by what he viewed as outdated themes and Dave – who rose to fame in The Kinks alongside his brother Sir Ray Davies – hit back declaring he was “highly insulted” by the musician’s comments about his sibling’s lyrics. Now Dave has opened up about the row and revealed he was worried Moby’s comments could cause a major backlash against the band even though there is “nothing nasty” about Lola. He told The Telegraph newspaper: “I found it quite upsetting that he said it [Lola] was transphobic and old-fashioned. “I worried that it could turn people against us because it can feel like people are becoming weirder by the day. They are always quick to judge and make assumptions about others. It is very rigid thinking. They don’t know that there is …

Moby slammed by Dave Davies for calling The Kinks’ song Lola ‘transphobic’

Moby slammed by Dave Davies for calling The Kinks’ song Lola ‘transphobic’

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the inside track from Roisin O’Connor with our free weekly music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This The Kinks’ Dave Davies has suggested Moby should be “careful what he says” after the fellow musician slammed his band’s classic song, “Lola”. The American artist name-checked the single by the British rock band in a Q&A about his “honest playlist”, in which he chose songs for certain moods or situations. Asked by The Guardian about the song he could “no longer listen to”, he named “Lola” after it came up on a Spotify playlist: “I thought the lyrics were gross and transphobic,” he said. “I like their early music, but I was really taken aback at how unevolved the lyrics are.” Responding on X, Davies, 79, wrote: “I don’t wanna show the guy up, but Moby should be careful what he says.” He recalled The Cockettes, an LGBTQ+ theatre community formed in San Francisco, following the band around on tour: “We appreciated …

Taskmaster star Greg Davies to host the Bafta Television Awards 2026

Taskmaster star Greg Davies to host the Bafta Television Awards 2026

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Comedian and Taskmaster host Greg Davies will host the 2026 Bafta Television Awards. Nominations will be announced on Tuesday at midday ahead of the May 10 ceremony at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, London. Davies’ breakthrough role was headteacher Mr Gilbert in E4 sitcom The Inbetweeners, and he hosts Sky’s quiz show Never Mind The Buzzcocks and Channel 4’s Bafta-winning Taskmaster. The actor, himself nominated for a 2013 Bafta Television Award for playing Ken in the BBC’s sitcom Cuckoo, said: “I see the whole event as an opportunity to wave a flag for this beloved medium and, with the exception of one commissioner, two execs and a co-star that I have personal beef with, I will do everything I can to ensure it’s a night of warm celebration for all.” And for his next task… ✉️ Greg Davies will host …

‘Taskmaster’ Presenter Greg Davies to Host BAFTA TV Awards 2026

‘Taskmaster’ Presenter Greg Davies to Host BAFTA TV Awards 2026

Published by Daniella Wilson

Comedian and Taskmaster host Greg Davies will host the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises. The ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 10 at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London and air that evening on BBC One and iPlayer.  “Greg Davies is one of the U.K.’s most beloved comedians, writers and actors,” BAFTA said. “Known for his towering presence and distinctive comedy style, he first came to prominence as the intimidating but lovable Mr Gilbert in The Inbetweeners, before creating and starring in the critically acclaimed Channel 4 sitcom Man Down, writing and starring in BBC One’s hit crime scene comedy The Cleaner and hosting Sky’s Never Mind the Buzzcocks. As host of Channel 4’s BAFTA award-winning Taskmaster, he presides over Alex Horne’s mischief with warmth, wit and endless glee. His ability to bring genuine surprise and laughter to any occasion makes him a perfect choice to host this year’s BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises.”  The BAFTA Television Awards, Britain’s biggest night in TV, recognize the programs and talent that captured the hearts and minds of BAFTA’s television …

Hit Channel 4 drama It’s A Sin to be adapted for the stage by Russell T Davies

Hit Channel 4 drama It’s A Sin to be adapted for the stage by Russell T Davies

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Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Channel 4’s award-winning drama It’s A Sin is set to be adapted into a dance production, with legendary pop duo Pet Shop Boys involved in the project. Released in 2021, Russell T Davies’s emotional five-part drama followed a group of gay men and their friends as they navigated life in London as the HIV and Aids crisis hit in the 1980s. Davies will serve as executive producer on the stage show, as will Sink The Pink founder Glyn Fussell and Pet Shop Boys, whose 1978 single gave the TV series its title. Composer Roman GianArthur will create the music, with the support of duo Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe. The set and video design will be masterminded by Luke Halls Studio, who have previously worked on tours for the Pet Shop Boys, Adele, Dua Lipa and Take That. Rambert, the UK’s …

Strictly’s Amber Davies pulls out of Legally Blonde mid-show: ‘My body’s fighting for its life’

Strictly’s Amber Davies pulls out of Legally Blonde mid-show: ‘My body’s fighting for its life’

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Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Strictly Come Dancing star Amber Davies has stepped back from her role in the UK tour of Legally Blonde after pulling out of a show mid-way through due to health issues. The actor and ex Love Island star is playing Elle Woods in the musical, based on the 2001 Reese Witherspoon film, and started rehearsals after her stint on Strictly. Davies’s busy schedule seems to have taken its toll, with the 29-year-old admitting that her body is “fighting for its life” after falling ill last month. open image in gallery Amber Davies announced that she was stepping back from ‘Legally Blonde’ (Instagram: @amb_d) The performer took to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday (11 March) to update fans after being replaced midway through a performance of the musical. According to videos online posted by those in the audience, Davies became unwell after …

Bayern confirm Davies suffered muscle injury against Frankfurt

Bayern confirm Davies suffered muscle injury against Frankfurt

Published by Sam Flores

Feb 22 : Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies suffered a muscle injury during Saturday’s 3-2 win over Eintracht Frankfurt at Allianz Arena, the German club said. Davies, who recently returned to action after a long-term knee injury, was replaced by Hiroki Ito in the 50th minute after the Canadian collapsed and required medical treatment. “Alphonso Davies suffered a torn muscle fibre in his right hamstring in the 3-2 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. This was confirmed by … FC Bayern’s medical unit,” the side said in a statement. “The defender will be sidelined for the time being.” While the length of Davies’ absence remains unconfirmed, manager Vincent Kompany expressed hope he would return within two to four weeks. “It doesn’t look so bad,” Kompany said after the match.  “I don’t know if it will be two or four weeks,” he told reporters. “My gut feeling is that it won’t take that long.” Bayern, who are on top of the Bundesliga table with 60 points in 23 games, will face the second-placed Borussia Dortmund next Saturday. Source …