Showbiz Stars

07/26/2025

You're right to be excited about "Black Doves"! It's a highly anticipated Netflix thriller, and Sarah Lancashire's involvement certainly adds to that anticipation.
Here's the information about "Black Doves" in a paragraph:
"Black Doves" is a six-episode British spy thriller that premiered on Netflix globally on December 5, 2024. The series stars Keira Knightley as Helen Webb, a seemingly devoted wife and mother living a double life as a covert spy for a clandestine organization called the Black Doves, secretly passing her politician husband's secrets to them. When her secret lover, Jason, is assassinated, Helen's spymaster, the enigmatic Reed (Sarah Lancashire), enlists the help of Sam Young (Ben Whishaw), a suave assassin and Helen's old friend, to protect her. Together, they are plunged into a dangerous conspiracy that links London's murky underworld to a looming geopolitical crisis, forcing Helen to confront profound questions about her identity and allegiances. The series also features a strong supporting cast, including Andrew Buchan as Helen's husband Wallace Webb, and others in various roles such as Adeel Akhtar as the Prime Minister. Created by Joe Barton, "Black Doves" promises a twist-filled narrative set against a Christmastime backdrop.

07/26/2025

"Canal Boat Diaries" is a popular British reality series that offers viewers an intimate and authentic look at life aboard a narrowboat, presented by Robbie Cu***ng. Robbie takes audiences along on his journeys across the UK's picturesque canal network, documenting the daily realities of narrowboat living, from navigating historic locks and managing boat maintenance to encountering wildlife and adapting to changing weather. The series is a perfect watch for those who enjoy the slow-paced charm of shows like "Great Canal Journeys" or "Travels by Narrowboat."
The show first premiered in the UK on BBC Four in November 2019 and has since aired multiple seasons, gaining a dedicated following. In the UK, it is available on BBC iPlayer, U&Yesterday, and U (UKTV's streaming service). For viewers in the US, "Canal Boat Diaries" is available to stream on Acorn TV and BBC Select (via platforms like Amazon Prime Video Channels, Apple TV app, and The Roku Channel). There have been at least six seasons, with the most recent, Season 6, having premiered in the UK in May 2025, taking Robbie on new adventures through the South of England.

06/12/2025

Barbra Streisand, 83, and her husband, James Brolin, 84, on a recent outing.😎

06/10/2025

🌕🍓 A Rare Cosmic Event Is Almost Here! 🍓🌕
Tomorrow, June 11, 2025, the Strawberry Moon will reach its peak — but this isn’t just any full moon. It will rise at its lowest point in the sky, marking a once-in-18.6-year lunar event! 🌌🌙
🔭 This phenomenon is linked to the Moon’s 18.6-year nodal cycle, causing it to appear unusually low on the horizon, especially during moonrise.
🌍 Don’t miss this chance — the next occurrence won’t happen until 2044!
📸 Tip: Watch just after sunset for the most magical view as the moon glows near the horizon, large and luminous.

06/09/2025

"May you all live to be 150 years old, and may the last voice you hear be mine". —

06/07/2025

Classic Hollywood Charm: Richard Chamberlain as Father Ralph, a role that captivated hearts in The Thorn Birds (1983).
- Unforgettable Romance: A timeless performance in one of television’s most beloved miniseries.
- Legendary Performance: Richard Chamberlain brings depth and passion to the character of Father Ralph de Bricassart.
All wonderful actors!

06/07/2025

eatrix Potter, the beloved English author and illustrator of "The Tale of Peter Rabbit". 🐇📚 As a child, Potter and her brother developed a deep love for animals and nature, keeping a fascinating collection of creatures that they studied and sketched. 🌿✨ These early experiences on their Scottish and northern England estates would later inspire the iconic animal characters of her stories.
In 1902, "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" was published to immediate success, marking the beginning of Potter’s prolific career as a children's author. Over nearly two decades, she published 24 books, captivating generations with her charming tales and delicate illustrations. 🎨📖
Beyond storytelling, Potter was an avid observer of nature, with a particular interest in mycology (the study of fungi). 🍄 In 1897, she even presented a paper on fungal spore reproduction to the Linnean Society, despite the fact that women at the time were not allowed to attend meetings. Her passion for science and the natural world was as profound as her love for storytelling.....

06/06/2025

ARE YOU BEING SERVED. First broadcast on this day in 1972.
Are You Being Served? is a British sitcom created and written by executive producer David Croft (Croft also directed some episodes) and Jeremy Lloyd, with contributions from Michael Knowles and John Chapman, for the BBC. Set in London, the show follows the misadventures and mishaps of the staff of the retail ladies' and gentlemen's clothing departments in the flagship department store of a fictional chain called Grace Brothers.
The series was broadcast on the BBC for ten series, totalling 69 episodes between 8 November 1972 and 1 April 1985 – and included 5 Christmas specials. There was also a 1977 film, a spin-off series Grace & Favour with some of the same main cast in 1991–1992, and a one-off episode with a new cast in 2016. Since its original release, all 69 episodes, the restored pilot, the Christmas specials, the sequel and the film have been released on DVD.

06/06/2025

Prunella Scales and Timothy West❤️

06/06/2025

"Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World,(2003)" featuring Russell Crowe as Captain Jack Aubrey.

The title "Master and Commander" was an unofficial rank in the British Navy, a stepping stone between Lieutenant and Post Captain.

It referred to officers who commanded ships too small for a Post Captain but too large for a Lieutenant. This position allowed them to command ships like the HMS Sophie, a "sloop of war".

The movie is based on the historical exploits of Thomas Cochrane, a fiery naval captain, and his ship, HMS Speedy, inspired the fictional HMS Sophie.

06/05/2025

Brigitte Bardot 💛

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