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Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Never Mind The Buzzcocks star quits after four years as replacement confirmed
Daisy May Cooper has stepped down from her starring role on a hit TV show after four years and her replacement has been announced It's been almost a decade since Daisy May Cooper found fame alongside her brother Charlie Cooper when they created the hit sitcom This Country. And since then, Daisy has gone on to even further success with Am I Being Unreasonable? whilst also making appearances on shows such as The Masked Singer and Ru Paul's Drag Race. Since 2021, she has acted as Team Captain on Never Mind the Buzzcocks and featured alongside the likes of host Greg Davies, and Noel Fielding has appeared as a fellow team captain. But whilst her co-stars have all been confirmed to have signed on for the next series of Sky's music-themed comedy panel game show, Daisy has quit and will be replaced by Sophie Wilan for series five, who previously stepped in when the comedienne was on maternity leave. Jamali Maddix will be coming back as a regular panellist and the series, which was revived by Sky in 2021 following a near-20-year run on BBC Two, will feature themes such as the nineties, noughties, as well as girl bands, boy bands and rock groups when its latest batch of episodes airs this autumn. Viewers can also expect to see a host of celebrity guests taking part when the cult classic returns to screens for its latest outing. It comes after Gary Lineker 'signs a huge deal with ITV to host new show' after BBC exit. Director of Sky Arts and Entertainment, Phil Edgar-Jones said: "It's the starriest line-up you could hope for this year on Buzzcocks with something to satisfy every musical taste from the nineties through the noughties via boy and girl bands right to the present day. Throw in a healthy dose of unpredictability and mad comedy and you'd get the perfect fourth album." Daisy's Buzzcocks axing comes after she reportedly stepped down from Celebrity Traitors, which is also set to air in the autumn. A source said at the time: 'It's caused producers a real headache as it's so close to filming. "They'd banked on Daisy and Charlie being TV gold so it's disappointing they won't be a part of the first Celebrity Traitors. They're hilarious and brilliant on telly together - plus being brother and sister would have brought a really interesting element to the series.' Away from the world of showbiz, the BAFTA-winning actress welcomed baby Benji with partner Anthony Huggins, 45, in June. She also has Pip, six, and Jack, three, from a previous relationship. Charlie, 35, has two children with his wife Leighanne. Daisy and Will Weston married in The Cotswolds in September 2019, and they have two children together, whom they are "both devoted parents" to. However, they decided to part ways in 2021 after the Covid-19 lockdown "shone a spotlight" on their marital difficulties. Daisy, 38, is now in a relationship with her new partner, Anthony Huggins, who is Benji's father. The couple met on dating app Hinge in December 2021 and welcomed their child a year ago. When her youngest son was born, Daisy announced the news via Instagram and detailed how the little one arrived earlier than planned, penning: "You came a bit earlier than we expected and gave me the worst post op constipation that I nearly had to phone the Samaritans but my god you are perfect. "I cannot thank @deliverysuitegrh enough. The way you looked after us through such a scary time was above and beyond." Daisy's pregnancy was announced in March last year when she and Anthony packed on PDA while shopping for baby clothes in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. The couple held hands when they stepped out for a spot of shopping, with the actress's bump on full display in a figure-hugging all-black look. The pair could barely keep their hands off one another while making the most of the sunny weather, and Daisy was seen heartily laughing as they went about their day. At the time, a source said: "Daisy is pregnant and is really excited to become a mum for the third time with her new partner. The pair have been going strong, so the addition of a baby will only bring them closer together." Then earlier this year, the couple sparked engagement rumours after Daisy was spotted wearing a diamond rock on her ring finger. Speculation that Anthony had popped the question began in February when Daisy was promoting her BBC series Am I Being Unreasonable? on her Instagram Stories and referred to Anthony as her "fiancé" for the first time. In a clip, she jested that her "fit fiancé and baby daddy" would make an appearance on screen.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Never Mind The Buzzcocks star quits show as replacement is revealed ahead of new series
NEVER Mind The Buzzcocks has been rocked by a shock exit — as one of its stars quits ahead of the new series, with a replacement already lined up. The music quiz show, known for its wild antics and cheeky banter, is shaking things up once again — and fans might be surprised by who's stepping in to fill the gap. 4 Daisy May Cooper is officially off the panel on Never Mind the Buzzcocks Credit: �Sky UK Ltd 4 Sophie Willan is taking the captain's chair full-time Credit: Sky Never Mind the Buzzcocks is back for Series 5 this autumn — but one familiar face is missing. Greg Davies returns as host, with Noel Fielding back as a team captain and Jamali Maddix returning as a regular panellist. Expect more chaos, music madness and celeb guest captains in a fresh round of themed specials. But the biggest shake-up? Daisy May Cooper is officially out. After Sophie Willan stepped in to cover during Daisy's maternity leave, it's now confirmed she's taking the captain's chair full-time — meaning Daisy won't be back this series. Never Mind the Buzzcocks first hit our screens back in 1996 and quickly became a cult classic, thanks to its savage one-liners, celeb takedowns and off-the-wall musical trivia. After being axed by the BBC in 2015, fans thought the music quiz was gone for good — but Sky brought it back with a bang in 2021, with a slick new look and Greg Davies in charge. The revival proved a hit, mixing classic chaos with fresh faces, and pulling in a new generation of fans who couldn't get enough of the panel show's wild energy and ruthless roasting. Now heading into its fifth season on Sky, the show is showing no signs of slowing down — even with a few shake-ups in the lineup. Four episodes in the latest series will have specific themes, Buzzcocks Does... The Nineties, Noughties, Rock and Girl & Boy Bands. Noughties pop star unrecognisable as she appears on Never Mind The Buzzcocks 21 years after chart hits Director of Sky Arts and Entertainment, Phil Edgar-Jones teased: "It's the starriest line-up you could hope for this year on Buzzcocks with something to satisfy every musical taste from the nineties through the noughties via boy and girl bands right to the present day. "Throw in a healthy dose of unpredictability and mad comedy and you'd got the perfect fourth album." Since stepping back from Buzzcocks, Daisy May Cooper's been keeping busy — both on and off screen. The This Country star recently welcomed her third child and has been focusing on family life, while also juggling a string of exciting new projects. She's been filming for the next series of Am I Being Unreasonable? and is rumoured to be working on a top-secret comedy script for a major streamer. Meanwhile, Sophie Willan, who won a writing BAFTA for the pilot episode of Alma's Not Normal, premiered the upcoming second series of the BBC Two sitcom in Manchester on Tuesday night. The stand-up, who also stars as titular aspiring actor Alma Nuthall, hosted a screening of the first two new episodes of the Bolton-set comedy at the Everyman Cinema, ahead of its return to television in the autumn. 4 The show first hit our screens back in 1996 - but was axed by the BBC in 2015 Credit: Andrea Southam for Sky UK Ltd
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Never Mind The Buzzcocks star quits show as replacement is revealed ahead of new series
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NEVER Mind The Buzzcocks has been rocked by a shock exit — as one of its stars quits ahead of the new series, with a replacement already lined up. The music quiz show, known for its wild antics and cheeky banter, is shaking things up once again — and fans might be surprised by who's stepping in to fill the gap. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Daisy May Cooper is officially off the panel on Never Mind the Buzzcocks Credit: �Sky UK Ltd 4 Sophie Willan is taking the captain's chair full-time Credit: Sky Never Mind the Buzzcocks is back for Series 5 this autumn — but one familiar face is missing. Greg Davies returns as host, with Noel Fielding back as a team captain and Jamali Maddix returning as a regular panellist. Expect more chaos, music madness and celeb guest captains in a fresh round of themed specials. But the biggest shake-up? Daisy May Cooper is officially out. After Sophie Willan stepped in to cover during Daisy's maternity leave, it's now confirmed she's taking the captain's chair full-time — meaning Daisy won't be back this series. Never Mind the Buzzcocks first hit our screens back in 1996 and quickly became a cult classic, thanks to its savage one-liners, celeb takedowns and off-the-wall musical trivia. After being axed by the BBC in 2015, fans thought the music quiz was gone for good — but Sky brought it back with a bang in 2021, with a slick new look and Greg Davies in charge. The revival proved a hit, mixing classic chaos with fresh faces, and pulling in a new generation of fans who couldn't get enough of the panel show's wild energy and ruthless roasting. Now heading into its fifth season on Sky, the show is showing no signs of slowing down — even with a few shake-ups in the lineup. Four episodes in the latest series will have specific themes, Buzzcocks Does... The Nineties, Noughties, Rock and Girl & Boy Bands. Noughties pop star unrecognisable as she appears on Never Mind The Buzzcocks 21 years after chart hits Director of Sky Arts and Entertainment, Phil Edgar-Jones teased: "It's the starriest line-up you could hope for this year on Buzzcocks with something to satisfy every musical taste from the nineties through the noughties via boy and girl bands right to the present day. "Throw in a healthy dose of unpredictability and mad comedy and you'd got the perfect fourth album." Since stepping back from Buzzcocks, Daisy May Cooper's been keeping busy — both on and off screen. The This Country star recently welcomed her third child and has been focusing on family life, while also juggling a string of exciting new projects. She's been filming for the next series of Am I Being Unreasonable? and is rumoured to be working on a top-secret comedy script for a major streamer. Meanwhile, Sophie Willan, who won a writing BAFTA for the pilot episode of Alma's Not Normal, premiered the upcoming second series of the BBC Two sitcom in Manchester on Tuesday night. The stand-up, who also stars as titular aspiring actor Alma Nuthall, hosted a screening of the first two new episodes of the Bolton-set comedy at the Everyman Cinema, ahead of its return to television in the autumn. 4 The show first hit our screens back in 1996 - but was axed by the BBC in 2015 Credit: Andrea Southam for Sky UK Ltd
The Independent
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Daisy May Cooper and Alan Carr among stars to quit popular ITV quiz show
The ITV quiz show Password - which is based on the US quiz show of the same name - is set for a major shake-up in its second series. Team captains Alan Carr and Daisy May Cooper will not be returning due to conflicting schedules. Instead, a revolving roster of celebrities is expected to replace the duo in future episodes. Stephen Mangan, star of The Green Wing and The Split, will continue to host the show, which offers a £10,000 prize. The next series of Password is scheduled to begin filming in July and air later this year.
Daily Mail
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Popular ITV show sees a huge shake-up as two big name stars QUIT ahead of new series launch
ITV show Password has suffered a huge shake up as two big name stars have quit ahead of the second series launch. The gameshow, hosted by Stephen Managan, sees members of the public have to guess passwords, with the help of celebrity team captains Daisy May Cooper and Alan Carr. But Daisy and Alan are reportedly not returning for the new launch as Stephen will head the show alone, according to The Sun. While the pair made a brilliant duo fronting the programme, it is believed that they are too busy this year to keep the commitment. According to the publication, the second season will see a revolving panel of celebrities instead. A source said: 'Password did brilliantly on its first outing and it's always a shame to make changes, but Alan and Daisy are both incredibly busy and diaries just wouldn't align. 'Something had to give and sadly it was their roles as team captains. 'But there's an exciting line-up of celebs ready to take part instead and everyone's confident that the format works without them.' MailOnline has contacted ITV for a comment. While the show has only aired one season, it has already seen some backlash. ITV viewers furiously slammed the broadcaster's newest gameshow as 'the worst thing on TV' after it's pilot aired. Fans have already spotted a huge blunder with the format of the programme, meaning those at homes are unable to play along. Viewers were puzzled by the fact that the passwords were being announced by a voiceover to those at home, so there seems to be no way of trying to join in and guess yourself. Before the contestants got stuck in, host Stephen explained: 'The game is simple. Get your partner to guess the password before your opponent does. 'You can only give one-word clues. No made up words, no hand gestures, no miming, no running, no ducking, no bombing... If your partner gets the password on the first clue it's worth 6 points, then 5 points for the second clue and so on. 'First team to 25 wins the round, win two rounds and you'll go through to the final where you'll be playing for our £10,000 jackpot.' However, fans were left less than impressed with the concept and took to social media to brutally slate the show after its launch, writing: 'WTAF is this new #Password game show? What a load of old b*******. Juvenile beyond belief. Saturday night prime time everybody.' '#password I mean @ITV must be bloody desperate... this isn't even a 3pm quiz show, why is it on prime time on a Saturday?' 'I love a good quiz BUT Password is the worst thing I have seen on TV for years #Password.' 'How the f*** is this prime time TV? Should be on at 3pm if at all #password' 'I had to keep watching to see if it got any better. It's like an episode of The Apprentice where the contestants had a day to create a tv quiz show with no budget.' Fans were left less than impressed with the concept and took to social media to brutally slate the show after its launch 'Why ask if we can guess the #Password when some guy announces it at the beginning of each round, then you show it on screen??? What's the point in this show if we can't play along at home?' 'Why the hell is it called password.. pathetic #Password.' 'We are just watching people playing a rubbish game. I'm out. #password' 'I'll put my bets on that #password isn't on next week, surely people aren't still watching. It's hardly @1PercentClubITV levels.' 'Cant even play it cos you tell us the answers, s*** #Password' 'Not saying ITV has lost its way, but #password is the lamest thing I have ever seen. How it got commissioned, let alone scheduled for Saturday prime time is beyond me.' But, fans are in luck as the disappointment comes just before two beloved ITV quiz shows will finally be returning to ITV after a long-running break. Bosses have announced that both Tipping Point: Lucky Stars and Family Fortunes will be making a comeback, much to the delight of viewers. And fans don't have long to wait as the celebrity spin off of Tipping Point is set to kick off on September 8 at 7pm on ITV1. Meanwhile Family Fortunes will be soon making a come back for its fourth series in early 2025, after it was originally pulled from screens in 2002 - but it won't be hosted by the show's original presenter, Les Dennis.
