Sophie Ellis-Bextor: ‘You were supposed to be adventurous, having one-night stands and drinking guys under the table'
It's hard to believe that Sophie Ellis-Bextor has a son almost as old as her 2001 track, Murder on the Dancefloor and even less so that the 21-year-old is the eldest of five.
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- Extra.ie
Trad, techno and throwbacks: Galway's Big Top line-up has something for everyone
West is best this festival season, with the Galway International Arts Festival returning once again. The arts festival is a staple of the city that was once named the Capital of Culture (never forget), where international legends and local heroes head to the tent in the heart of the city. But who's headlining in the Big Top this July? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amble (@ambleofficial) Kicking off the Big Top season, contemporary folk band Amble are continuing their huge tour of the country in the arts festival. The trio, who just met two years ago and bonded over their love for storytelling will be heading to Galway this July, with the lads recently speaking to about their remarkable formation. Sophie Ellis-Bextor's career renaissance continues, with her heading out west this summer. Pic: GMCD Noughties fans, rejoice — two of the biggest hitmakers from the era are heading out west. After Saltburn revitalised her career and her absolute smash that is Murder on the Dancefloor, Sophie Ellis Bextor will be enjoying her career renaissance in Galway, and won't be alone — with Unwritten hitmaker Natasha Bedingfield. A huge nostalgia trip awaits Galwegians. The Mary Wallopers will be returning to Galway this summer, but a man down following Sean McKenna's departure earlier this year. Pic: Sorcha Frances Ryder Despite the departure of founding member Sean McKenna earlier this year, the Dundalk folk band are set to bring their tour out west following huge gigs in Dublin and Cork before going international. The lads are on hand to put on another memorable show this summer. These lads are everywhere this summer, with Galway just one stop on their huge international tour. The Kildare band will be entertaining out west alongside other dates in Cork, Limerick and Letterkenny, and always put on one hell of a show. The UK DJ isn't coming alone when he heads to the big top — he's bringing some homegrown talent with him. The garage artist will be bringing his high energy set to Galway alongside Dublin techno artist Tommy Holohan, but Galwegians will be delighted to see Shampain on the marquee — with the G-Town Records co-founder (and Poblacht barber) joining the pair for what's set to be a massive set.
The Irish Sun
16-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Eurovision host pulls out of contest at the last minute and is replaced by huge British pop star
A EUROVISION host has suddenly pulled out of contest, with a HUGE popstar stepping in to replace them. The final for the famous Song Contest gets underway tomorrow, and the BBC 's plans have had to be changed at the last minute. 3 The Eurovision Song Contest final takes place tomorrow Credit: AFP 3 Ncuti Gatwa has pulled out of Eurovision at the last minute Credit: Getty 3 Sophie Ellis-Bextor will replace him on the show Credit: Instagram/BBC Press office Dr Who star A statement from the BBC read: "Due to unforeseen circumstances, unfortunately Ncuti Gatwa is no longer able to participate as Spokesperson during the Grand Final this weekend. "However, we are delighted to confirm that BBC Radio 2's very own Friday night Kitchen Disco Diva Sophie Ellis-Bextor will be presenting the Jury result live from the UK." A thrilled Sophie said: 'I love Eurovision and it's a privilege to be part of 2025's Grand Final. Read more on Eurovision "What an honour it is to announce the UK's jury score on such a special show which always puts music front and centre. I am very much looking forward to delivering the iconic douze points from the United Kingdom !' Sophie will be seen announcing the score from the British jury. Meanwhile, Graham Norton returns to provide his witty commentary that has become legendary over the years. He took over from the late Most read in Celebrity health Eurovision will kick off tomorrow night at in Basel, Switzerland. The Song Contest will be hosted by Hazel Brugger, Michelle Hunziker and Sandra Studer. More on this story to follow
Irish Independent
15-05-2025
- Irish Independent
Ncuti Gatwa ‘no longer able' to be UK Eurovision spokesperson and is replaced
The 32-year-old actor, who grew up in Scotland and rose to fame in Sex Education, had been due to reveal the points given by the UK national jury to other contestants during the competition's grand finale in Basel, Switzerland, on Saturday. He will be replaced by singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor, who is also a BBC Radio 2 DJ, the corporation said on Thursday evening, when the second semi-final took place, and the UK act Remember Monday performed for the first time. We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. Please review your details and accept them to load the content Ellis-Bextor said: 'I love Eurovision and it's a privilege to be part of 2025's Grand Final. 'What an honour it is to announce the UK's jury score on such a special show which always puts music front and centre. I am very much looking forward to delivering the iconic douze points from the United Kingdom.' A BBC post on X said: 'Due to unforeseen circumstances, unfortunately Ncuti Gatwa is no longer able to participate as spokesperson during the Grand Final this weekend.' Before the final on Saturday, a Eurovision themed episode of Doctor Who – The Interstellar Song Contest – will air. The sixth episode in the current season of sci-fi hit Doctor Who will see The Doctor (Gatwa) and companion Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu) travelling to the 803rd Interstellar Song Contest. In the episode, the Interstellar Song Contest features planets from across the universe competing for the top prize and is co-hosted by TV and radio presenter Rylan Clark, while Irish TV host and the 'King of Eurovision', Graham Norton appears.
