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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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Race Across The World pays heartbreaking tribute to show star Sam Gardiner after tragic death age 24
HUGE LOSS Race Across The World pays heartbreaking tribute to show star Sam Gardiner after tragic death age 24 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RACE Across The World pays a heartbreaking tribute to former show star Sam Gardiner. The former contestant passed away aged 24 after he was involved in a car crash. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Sam Gardiner took part in the second series of Race Across the World Credit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture 6 The programme paid a heartbreaking tribute to the contestant on tonights edition after he passed away Credit: BBC Sam Gardiner was involved in the second series of the hit BBC One factual entertainment programme. He appeared on the show alongside his mum Jo, where the pair came in fourth place as they tried to make it to Argentina from Mexico. They were forced to withdraw from the travel game after they ran out of money to finish the seventh leg. At the end of tonight's episode, the programme paid tribute to the former contestant with an end card after the credits. READ MORE ON SAM GARDINER HEARTFELT TRIBUTE Moment BBC star has heart-to-heart with mum on show as he dies aged 24 Producers displayed a poignant picture of Sam when he was on Race Across The World in his backpacking gear. The caption that was emblazoned on the screen read: "In loving memory of Sam Gardiner. "2000-2025." Viewers took to X - formerly known as Twitter - as they were left in tears by the slide and praised the corporation for their end of episode tribute. One user remarked: "Lovely tribute to Sam at the end." A second posted the same displayed image on the screen as they wrote: "RIP Sam." Moment Race Across The World's Sam Gardiner has emotional heart-to-heart with mum on BBC show as he dies aged 24 "Rest in peace to Sam Gardiner, who took part in series 2 with his Mum, Jo, back in 2020," commented a third viewer. While a fourth said: "They gave Sam Gardiner an end card. Sad." And a fifth user added: "The tribute to Sam Gardiner," along with a crying face emoji. On Monday night, Sam had been driving on the A34 near Manchester. Race Across The World - Winners so far Since launching in 2019, BBC travel competition series Race Across The World has had four series to date. Let's take a look at back at the winners so far... Series one: Elaine and Tony Teasdale: This married couple, who are retired PE teachers, won the very first series of Race Across The World. Elaine and Tony Teasdale: This married couple, who are retired PE teachers, won the very first series of Race Across The World. Series two: Emon and Jamiul Choudhury: The uncle and nephew duo emerged victorious in the show's second outing. Emon and Jamiul Choudhury: The uncle and nephew duo emerged victorious in the show's second outing. Series three: Tricia Sail and Cathie Rowe: These lifelong friends became the first non-familial pair to win a series. Tricia Sail and Cathie Rowe: These lifelong friends became the first non-familial pair to win a series. Series four: Alfie Watts and Owen Wood: Both aged 20, these friends bested four other pairs to win series four. Greater Manchester Police said his car suddenly left the road and rolled over before it eventually landed on its side. In an emotional tribute, his father Andrew said: "We are devastated by the loss of our beloved son Sam in a terrible accident. "Sam left us far too soon, and whilst words will never fully capture the light, joy and energy he brought into our lives, we hold on to the memories that made him so special. "Sam was adored by his family. As a son, brother and nephew, he was loyal, funny and fiercely protective." 6 Sam competed on the second series of the hit travel show Credit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture 6 The former contestant was killed after he was involved in a tragic accident Credit: Sam Gardiner 6 Greater Manchester Police revealed his car left the road and rolled over before landing on its side Credit: BBC
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Race Across The World pays heartbreaking tribute to show star Sam Gardiner after tragic death age 24
RACE Across The World pays a heartbreaking tribute to former show star Sam Gardiner. The former Advertisement 6 Sam Gardiner took part in the second series of Race Across the World Credit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture 6 The programme paid a heartbreaking tribute to the contestant on tonights edition after he passed away Credit: BBC Sam Gardiner was involved in the second series of the hit BBC One factual entertainment programme. He appeared on the show alongside his mum Jo, where the pair came in fourth place as they tried to make it to Argentina from Mexico. They were forced to withdraw from the travel game after they ran out of money to finish the seventh leg. At the end of tonight's episode, the programme paid tribute to the former contestant with an end card after the credits. Advertisement READ MORE ON SAM GARDINER Producers displayed a poignant picture of Sam when he was on Race Across The World in his backpacking gear. The caption that was emblazoned on the screen read: "In loving memory of Sam Gardiner. "2000-2025." Viewers took to X - formerly known as Twitter - as they were left in tears by the slide and praised the corporation for their end of episode tribute. Advertisement Most read in News TV One user remarked: " Lovely tribute to Sam at the end ." A second posted the same displayed image on the screen as they wrote: "RIP Sam." Moment Race Across The World's Sam Gardiner has emotional heart-to-heart with mum on BBC show as he dies aged 24 "Rest in peace to Sam Gardiner, who took part in series 2 with his Mum, Jo, back in 2020," commented a third viewer. While a fourth said: "They gave Sam Gardiner an end card. Sad." Advertisement And a fifth user added: "The tribute to Sam Gardiner," along with a crying face emoji. On Monday night, Sam had been driving on the A34 near Manchester. Race Across The World - Winners so far Since launching in 2019, BBC travel competition series Race Across The World has had four series to date. Let's take a look at back at the winners so far... Series one: Elaine and Tony Teasdale: This married couple, who are retired PE teachers, won the very first series of Race Across The World. Series two: Emon and Jamiul Choudhury: The uncle and nephew duo emerged victorious in the show's second outing. Series three: Tricia Sail and Cathie Rowe: These lifelong friends became the first non-familial pair to win a series. Series four: Alfie Watts and Owen Wood: Both aged 20, these friends bested four other pairs to win series four. Greater Manchester Police said his car suddenly left the road and rolled over before it eventually landed on its side. In an emotional tribute, his father Andrew said: "We are devastated by the loss of our beloved son Sam in a terrible accident. Advertisement "Sam left us far too soon, and whilst words will never fully capture the light, joy and energy he brought into our lives, we hold on to the memories that made him so special. "Sam was adored by his family. As a son, brother and nephew, he was loyal, funny and fiercely protective." 6 Sam competed on the second series of the hit travel show Credit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture 6 The former contestant was killed after he was involved in a tragic accident Credit: Sam Gardiner Advertisement 6 Greater Manchester Police revealed his car left the road and rolled over before landing on its side Credit: BBC 6 Fans praised bosses for their decision to include the tribute at the end of the episode Credit: Sam Gardiner
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The 1% Club's Lee Mack reveals snub by A-list rock legend and why his ‘half-diagnosed' ADHD helps him write jokes
The new series of Not Going Out, kicks off this month, will feature special guests NOT GOING OUT QUIETLY The 1% Club's Lee Mack reveals snub by A-list rock legend and why his 'half-diagnosed' ADHD helps him write jokes LEE MACK's long-running comedy Not Going Out is one of the increasingly rare studio-based sitcoms still on TV. And the funnyman fears the format, a staple for generations, could soon die out and blames 'risk averse' commissioners and up-and-coming writers who are unfamiliar with its concept. Advertisement 9 Comedian Lee Mack worries that sitcoms could soon die out 9 Not Going Out is one of the increasingly rare studio-based sitcoms still on TV Credit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture 9 Mrs Brown's Boys is one of the only shows left of its type Credit: PA Speaking at the launch of a record 14th series of his BBC One hit, which makes it Britain's second longest-running sitcom ever, Lee says shows such as Not Going Out, Fawlty Towers and Dad's Army may soon be a thing of the past. He said: 'A 25-year-old comic now will remember The Office or the Royle Family, and will probably be even too young for that, but certainly won't have grown up watching Fawlty Towers, Dad's Army, Steptoe And Son, Rising Damp, all the things I used to watch, that I used to love thinking 'wouldn't it be brilliant to do something like that one day'. 'That's the worry in a way. If you're a fan of studio sitcom, the younger people coming through haven't been brought up on it to want to do it.' Gag rate And young writers aren't the only problem, as commissioners are less likely to take a punt on a new studio sitcom with a live audience, because they think it's too 'risky'. Advertisement Instead they play it safe by making viewers feel 'awkward', as that's easier and less likely to get a bashing from critics. Lee, who names his sitcom, Mrs Brown's Boys and Miranda (which may or may not return) as the only shows left of this type, explains: 'Love or hate a studio sitcom, there's no denying — especially with Mrs Brown's Boys for example — they are really trying to go for the laughs, there's a real attempt to do that. 'So if you attempt something, and it doesn't work in the eyes of the person who doesn't like it . . . people are being more risk-averse now by saying 'why don't we make people feel awkward'.' The BBC has commissioned two new series of Not Going Out, and with the second running next year, the comedy will have aired for 20 years and racked up 15 series — second only to Last Of The Summer Wine. Advertisement Lee prides himself on his sitcom's gag rate of five jokes every minute, as well as the comedy's ability to play out in real time, 'like a play', meaning they attempt to shoot a 30-minute episode in one go. The comic, who also stars in TV juggernauts Would I Lie To You? and The 1% Club, admits he's always 'obsessively writing jokes' during states of 'hyperfocus' which he puts down to his 'half-diagnosed' ADHD. The 1% Club's Lee Mack shocked as record number use pass on question - but can you get it right- The new series kicks off this month with Lee, who plays a fictional version of himself, and on-screen wife Lucy (Sally Bretton) moving to the country as their kids fly the nest. The show has fast-forwarded seven years since its last outing in 2023, with the 100th episode and Christmas special watched by 4.6million viewers. Advertisement The series will also feature special guests, one of which will not be a Gallagher brother, despite Lee's best efforts to lure in Noel Gallagher for a cameo. Lee says: 'I texted Noel and it was the day after the Saturday release of the (reunion) tickets. 'I suspect his inbox was quite big. I said 'I know this isn't a good time but I reckon everyone is asking for tickets — and I'm probably the only one who isn't but will you be in my sitcom?' 'Never got back to me. It's been almost eight months now and I am tempted to send one more message saying 'is it a no?'' Advertisement He may have had better luck asking his brother Liam, who counts himself as a Lee fan — well, sort of. The comedian adds: 'I've never met Liam, but I was once in a play with Mathew Horne from Gavin And Stacey, who said to me, 'I met up with Liam Gallagher last night and told him I was in a play with you and he said 'ah yeah, I've always thought Lee Mack's a bit of a w*nker but I suppose he's all right' — which I take as a high compliment.' Indeed he should. 9 Lee is concerned that there may not be another iconic comedy like Fawlty Towers Credit: Alamy 9 Miranda may not ever return to screens Credit: Handout Advertisement 9 Hits like Dad's Army may soon be a thing of the past Credit: BBC UK DEBUT AMERICAN thriller The Consultant gets its UK debut on Sunday, with all episodes dropping on ITVX. Based on the novel of the same name, it sees Christoph Waltz as the title character Regus Patoff navigating the challenges of improving a gaming firm that pushes him to the limit. Auction bid for Sarah 9 Channel 4 will air I Bought It At Auction, fronted by Sarah Beeny Credit: Getty CHANNEL 4 is adding another property series to its roster – following people who have bought their home at auction. The broadcaster, which already has shows including Location Location Location, Grand Designs and Amazing Spaces, will air I Bought It At Auction, fronted by Sarah Beeny. Advertisement The six-part programme is being made by the production company behind ITV's Mr Bates Vs The Post Office. It will document the journey of the buyers from initial purchase to the final renovation, with property expert Sarah on hand to offer advice along the way. She said: 'Buying property at auction is risky and not for the faint-hearted but for those who dare, it can be exciting, albeit nerve-racking.' Chase for top escape 9 The Chase stars will feature on a fun new holiday format called The Great Escapers Advertisement IF you've ever dreamt of watching The Governess, The Beast and The Dark Destroyer slap suncream on each other in foreign climes, then ITV may just have the show for you. I can reveal the channel is working on a fun new holiday format called The Great Escapers. It will take groups of TV fan favourites from the likes of The Chase - including Anne Hegerty – Loose Women, I'm A Celeb and Coronation Street and send them off on a jaunt. A source said: 'The show will be lots of fun, showing a whole new side of each celebrity and even shining a light on some unusual holiday hotspots. Advertisement 'The celebs will fight it out to give the others the best holiday experience with the aim of being crowned 'the great escaper'.' Filming across Europe will begin this summer with the show to air later this year. I'd pay good money to see the Loosey Wims take Benidorm. Footy flick HOW To Have Sex writer Molly Manning Walker is making Channel 4 drama series, Major Players, about two young women trying to start a football team. She said: 'It is a coming-of-age story, filled with first love, grief and bicycle kicks. I'm excited to shine a light on women's football.' Chloe's tantric antics 9 Ex Love Islander Chloe Burrows ditches matchmaking apps and gets dating on her latest TV outing Credit: Splash Advertisement FORMER Love Islander Chloe Burrows is on a new quest for romance on her latest TV outing. Chloe, who featured on the 2021 series of the ITV2 reality show, ditches matchmaking apps and gets dating to see how singletons meet now. Love In The Wild: The Real Dating Experiment sees Chloe asked to dance, hug, meditate and hold hands with strangers at a tantric dating night, in the hope it will cause a spark. Chloe says: 'They have a 94 per cent match success rate, so I was hopeful. Advertisement 'It's really intense, there's so much touching, I don't think I'm a tantric girlie. I don't even hug my mum that much.' It streams on Channel 4 from tomorrow.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The 1% Club's Lee Mack reveals snub by A-list rock legend and why his ‘half-diagnosed' ADHD helps him write jokes
LEE MACK's long-running comedy Not Going Out is one of the increasingly rare studio-based sitcoms still on TV. And 9 Comedian Lee Mack worries that sitcoms could soon die out 9 Not Going Out is one of the increasingly rare studio-based sitcoms still on TV Credit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture 9 Mrs Brown's Boys is one of the only shows left of its type Credit: PA Speaking at the launch of a record 14th series of his BBC One hit, which makes it Britain's second longest-running sitcom ever, Lee says shows such as Not Going Out, Fawlty Towers and Dad's Army may soon be a thing of the past. He said: 'A 25-year-old comic now will remember The Office or the Royle Family, and will probably be even too young for that, but certainly won't have grown up watching Fawlty Towers, Dad's Army, Steptoe And Son, Rising Damp, all the things I used to watch, that I used to love thinking 'wouldn't it be brilliant to do something like that one day'. 'That's the worry in a way. If you're a fan of studio Gag rate And young writers aren't the only problem, as commissioners are less likely to take a punt on a new studio sitcom with a live audience, because they think it's too 'risky'. READ MORE ON TV STARS Instead they play it safe by making viewers feel 'awkward', as that's easier and less likely to get a bashing from critics. Lee, who names his sitcom, Mrs Brown's Boys and Miranda (which may or may not return) as the only shows left of this type, explains: 'Love or hate a studio sitcom, there's no denying — especially with Mrs Brown's Boys for example — they are really trying to go for the laughs, there's a real attempt to do that. 'So if you attempt something, and it doesn't work in the eyes of the person who doesn't like it . . . people are being more risk-averse now by saying 'why don't we make people feel awkward'.' Most read in News TV Lee prides himself on his sitcom's gag rate of five jokes every minute, as well as the comedy's ability to play out in real time, 'like a play', meaning they attempt to shoot a 30-minute episode in one go. The comic, who also stars in TV juggernauts Would I Lie To You? and The 1% Club, admits he's always 'obsessively writing jokes' during states of 'hyperfocus' which he puts down to his 'half-diagnosed' ADHD. The 1% Club's Lee Mack shocked as record number use pass on question - but can you get it right- The new series kicks off this month with Lee, who plays a fictional version of himself, and on-screen wife Lucy (Sally Bretton) moving to the country as their kids fly the nest. The show has fast-forwarded seven years since its last outing in 2023, with the 100th episode and Christmas special watched by 4.6million viewers. The series will also feature special guests, one of which will not be a Gallagher brother, despite Lee's best efforts to lure in Noel Gallagher for a cameo. Lee says: 'I texted Noel and it was the day after the Saturday release of the (reunion) tickets. 'I suspect his inbox was quite big. I said 'I know this isn't a good time but I reckon everyone is asking for tickets — and I'm probably the only one who isn't but will you be in my sitcom?' 'Never got back to me. It's been almost eight months now and I am tempted to send one more message saying 'is it a no?'' He may have had better luck asking his brother The comedian adds: 'I've never met Liam, but I was once in a play with Indeed he should. 9 Lee is concerned that there may not be another iconic comedy like Fawlty Towers Credit: Alamy 9 Miranda may not ever return to screens Credit: Handout 9 Hits like Dad's Army may soon be a thing of the past Credit: BBC UK DEBUT AMERICAN thriller The Consultant gets its UK debut on Sunday, with all episodes dropping on ITVX. Based on the novel of the same name, it sees Christoph Waltz as the title character Regus Patoff navigating the challenges of improving a gaming firm that pushes him to the limit. Auction bid for Sarah 9 Channel 4 will air I Bought It At Auction, fronted by Sarah Beeny Credit: Getty CHANNEL 4 is adding another property series to its roster – following people who have bought their home at auction. The broadcaster, which already has shows including Location Location Location, Grand Designs and Amazing Spaces, will air I Bought It At Auction, fronted by The six-part programme is being made by the production company behind ITV's Mr Bates Vs The Post Office. It will document the journey of the buyers from initial purchase to the final renovation, with property expert Sarah on hand to offer advice along the way. She said: 'Buying property at auction is risky and not for the faint-hearted but for those who dare, it can be exciting, albeit nerve-racking.' Chase for top escape 9 The Chase stars will feature on a fun new holiday format called The Great Escapers IF you've ever dreamt of watching The Governess, The Beast and The Dark Destroyer slap suncream on each other in foreign climes, then ITV may just have the show for you. I can reveal the channel is working on a fun new holiday format called The Great Escapers. It will take groups of TV fan favourites from the likes of The Chase - including A source said: 'The show will be lots of fun, showing a whole new side of each celebrity and even shining a light on some unusual holiday hotspots. 'The celebs will fight it out to give the others the best holiday experience with the aim of being crowned 'the great escaper'.' Filming across Europe will begin this summer with the show to air later this year. I'd pay good money to see the Loosey Wims take Benidorm. Footy flick HOW To Have Sex writer Molly Manning Walker is making Channel 4 drama series, Major Players, about two young women trying to start a football team. She said: 'It is a coming-of-age story, filled with first love, grief and bicycle kicks. I'm excited to shine a light on women's football.' Chloe's tantric antics 9 Ex Love Islander Chloe Burrows ditches matchmaking apps and gets dating on her latest TV outing Credit: Splash FORMER Chloe, who featured on the 2021 series of the ITV2 reality show, ditches matchmaking apps and gets dating to see how singletons meet now. Love In The Wild: The Real Dating Experiment sees Chloe asked to dance, hug, meditate and hold hands with strangers at a tantric dating night, in the hope it will cause a spark. Chloe says: 'They have a 94 per cent match success rate, so I was hopeful. 'It's really intense, there's so much touching, I don't think I'm a tantric girlie. I don't even hug my mum that much.' It streams on Channel 4 from tomorrow.
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders' Lorraine Stanley looks slimmer than ever as she shows off five-stone weight loss and reveals huge milestone
FORMER EastEnders star Lorraine Stanley looked slimmer than ever on her social media. The actress took to her Instagram as she showed off her impressive five-stone weight loss. Advertisement 6 Lorraine Stanley is best known for her role as Karen Taylor on EastEnders Credit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture 6 The actress flaunted her tiny waist in a new snap on Instagram Credit: Instagram She made her EastEnders debut in 2017 before departing the long-running serial drama in 2024. Since then, the actress has undergone a huge transformation as she now looks almost unrecognisable from her alter-ego. The star took to her social media page as she flaunted her slim physique. Advertisement READ MORE ON EASTENDERS STARS She sported a slimming flower print crop top and trousers combo as she partied the night away at a special bingo event. Underneath the tied top, she sported a skin-tight white vest which only emphasised her tiny waist. For shoes, Lorraine opted for complimentary open-toe leather platform strapped heels for the occasion. Alongside flaunting her slim physique, the star also opened up on a huge new milestone in her life. Advertisement Most read in Soaps She captioned the snap: "5 months sober & still had a good night dancing! #Sobriety." Lorraine added: "@Bingobangouk @thegaietysouthsea thanks for having us." EastEnders legend reveals secret to five stone weight loss The actress was written out of Eastenders in 2023 after seven years on the show in a huge shock to fans. Her character's axing was as part of a shock cast shake-up and her final scenes were aired in December of that year. Advertisement She went onto Since her exit, she has faced speculation over her dramatic weight loss transformation. EastEnders stars who QUIT MICHELLE Collins has seen her second EastEnders stint boost her bank balance. Yet what stars have quit this year? The Sun exclusively reported how Michelle, 62, was down to £20,000 in her company accounts when she agreed to a Her character, Cindy Beale, was presumed dead off-camera in 1998. Yet what about the 2024 exits? Earlier this summer, loyal soap fans appeared to note how It came after Alan Ford enjoyed just six-months on-screen. Fans also Additionally, a host of stars have One of the most successful stars to come from the BBC One soap is Rob Kazinsky. He played Stacey Slater's brother Sean Slater from 2006 to 2009, he has starred in Hollywood blockbusters Pacific Rim and Ben Hardy, who quit EastEnders as Bobby Beale almost a decade ago, went on to break Hollywood the following year, when he starred as Archangel in X-Men: Apocalypse. Since then, he has played Roger Taylor in Queen biopic Michelle Ryan played Zoe Slater until 2005. She starred as the lead in short-lived American series Bionic Woman from 2007 to 2008. However, Lorraine admitted it was not down to popular jabs like Ozempic or Mounjaro. Instead, Lorraine opted for the more traditional gastric sleeve operation. Advertisement 6 The actress looks completely different from her former soap days Credit: PA 6 Lorraine is almost unrecognisable from her former on-screen alter-ego Credit: BBC 6 Lorraine Stanley instagram post, Credit: instagram 6 After undergoing traditional gastric sleeve surgery, she lost five stone Credit: Instagram Advertisement
