Minnie Wright

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News Editor at Radio Times

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Articles

Avengers: Doomsday cast confirmed as Marvel shares dramatic unveiling

4 weeks ago | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

The live stream saw a camera moving through a production studio to reveal chairs for each of the cast members, including heroes who have been part of the MCU since its early days of Phase 1, like Chris Hemsworth's Thor, right through to new additions who haven't even been seen yet, like Vanessa Kirby's Sue Storm.
Love Island host Maya Jama reacts to viral Temptation Island clip: 'They'd never allow it on UK TV'

2 months ago | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

Maya called the drama a "10/10 performance" from Montoya, adding: "They would never allow this on UK TV for so many reasons but it's one of the best things I've ever seen."She went on to clarify that she was referring to whether such scenes would ever make it to air on UK screens nowadays. Lest we forget, some not entirely dissimilar explicit acts were shown in initial seasons of Love Island and Big Brother's early years were quite something to behold.
Who left Strictly 2024? Sixth celebrity to be voted out revealed

Nov 3, 2024 | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

It was JB Gill and Tasha Ghouri who really impressed on Saturday night, both performing stunning Couple's Choice routines which earned them a near-perfect score of 39 points each, leaving them joint top of the Strictly leaderboard. At the other end of the spectrum, Pete found himself languishing on just 22 points after delighting the judges with his performance and embodiment of Freddie Mercury but stumbling over a number of the moves in his Salsa to Another One Bites the Dust.
Matt Smith fans vote Doctor Who his greatest ever performance by a landslide

Nov 3, 2024 | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

And the result was a resounding "The Doctor". Over 80 per cent of fans named the actor's portrayal of Doctor Who's titular protagonist his finest work to date – a landslide victory for Whovians. That's right: over 1,000 fans selected the Eleventh Doctor as their favourite of his performances. Coming in second was his role as Daemon Targaryen in Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon, with The Crown's Prince Philip in third.
Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas addresses how long she'll stay on show

Nov 2, 2024 | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

"I’ve been on the show for eight years and I’ll stay on it until I pop my clogs," she told the Daily Star on Sunday. "Every year, when I’m asked to come back, I have a little think and then I say, ‘Yes, thank you’."Shirley doesn't want to outstay her welcome, however, it seems. "The only other reason I’d go is if they don’t want me anymore," the Queen of Latin told the publication.
Dame Maggie Smith, acting legend, star of Downton Abbey and Harry Potter, dies aged 89

Sep 27, 2024 | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

"She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September. An intensely private person, she was with friends and family at the end. She leaves two sons and five loving grandchildren who are devastated by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother. "We would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their care and unstinting kindness during her final days.
Huw Edwards won't be jailed – gets suspended sentence for child abuse images

Sep 16, 2024 | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

Edwards will also be placed on the sex offenders register for seven years. This means he will need to notify police of his whereabouts. In a statement (via BBC News), the Crown Prosecution Service said: "Accessing indecent images of children perpetuates the sexual exploitation of them, which has deep, long-lasting trauma for these victims. "The CPS and Metropolitan Police were able to prove that Edwards was receiving illegal images and videos involving children via WhatsApp.
Doctor Who's Russell T Davies explains delay confirming series future

Sep 1, 2024 | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

Despite what feels like a long time waiting for an official renewal for season 16, the showrunner says that's just how these things go. "It’s an industry decision, it's like any business – these things take time," he told SFZ Magazine, adding that Doctor Who fans shouldn't anticipate season 16's renewal until after the next season airs. "I think the decision will come after the transmission of season two," he said.
Fatman Scoop remembered by Missy Elliott – tributes paid after death | Radio Times

Sep 1, 2024 | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

Those nearby then administered CPR. The mayor of Hamden, Lauren Garrett, later confirmed on X (formerly known as Twitter) that he had suffered a "medical emergency" and had been transported to hospital by an ambulance. She asked fans to keep him in their thoughts and prayers. Fatman Scoop's family later announced his death in a post on his official Instagram page, saying the world had "lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life".
Charli XCX joins Hollywood stars in erotic thriller I Want Your Sex

Aug 31, 2024 | radiotimes.com | Minnie Wright

There are no details as of yet about what role Mercury Prize-nominated Charlie XCX will play in the erotic thriller, which is written by director Araki (Totally F***ed Up, Kaboom), and Karley Sciortino. Production is due to start in October. The synopsis for the film reads: "How far is too far? When fresh-faced Elliot (Hoffman) lands an exciting job for renowned artist, icon and provocateur Erika Tracy (Wilde), his fantasies come true as Erika taps him to become her sexual muse.