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Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Sir Tom Jones, 85, makes triumphant return to the stage after suffering illness
Sir Tom Jones has returned to the stage a week after being forced to cancel a show due to health issues. Last week the singer, 85, announced he was unable to perform in Bremen, Germany due to an upper respiratory infection. At the time he explained he 'needed treatment and rest', also apologising to fans for the 'disappointment and inconvenience'. A few days after the cancellation, Sir Tom had been due to headline a festival at the Dundee Waterfront this weekend. However, the organiser of Discovery Festival was confident the show would go on as planned, saying: 'We have no concerns ahead of Tom Jones' show on Sunday, July 27.' Their reassurances were luckily correct, with the crooner recovering in time to be able to delight fans at the event last night. Photos and videos from the festival show Sir Tom – best known for hits including It's Not Unusual, Sexbomb and Delilah – looking fighting fit, standing up on stage and swinging as he sung. Posting a clip on X, fan Anne Marie wrote: 'Tom Jones in Dundee yesterday, just wow! 85yrs old and he still has it.' Sir Tom's cancelled show had been part of his Defy Explanation tour, which kicked off in June and is set to run until the end of August with dates across the UK and Europe. During a recent show at the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark, he joked: 'Is my voice still working? Yes? So as long as it's here, I'm here.' Last year, Sir Tom told Metro the only way he would retire would be if he completely lost his voice. 'I wouldn't like to shortchange an audience, 'he said. Being old, you can't do what you used to do. 'I mean, I can't walk around like I used to, but I wouldn't want to now. When you're young you're full of p*** and vinegar and you're giving it plenty. Now I concentrate more on singing than I do anything else.' After releasing It's Not Unusual in 1965, the following year Sir Tom won best new artist at the Grammy Awards. More Trending Throughout his career, he's sold over 100 million records, with 36 Top 40 hits in the UK and 19 in the US. He also won an MTV Video Music Award in 1989, two Brit Awards: best British male in 2000 and outstanding contribution to music in 2003 and got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1989. In 1998 Sir Tom was awarded an OBE, before being knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2006 for services to music. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.
Eater
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
Restaurants to Try This Weekend in Las Vegas — July 25
It's the most pressing question of the weekend: 'Where should I eat?' Here, Eater editors issue tried and true recommendations for places to check out this weekend. For a cult-favorite without the line: Howlin' Ray's For a cult-favorite without the line: Howlin' Ray's. Janna Karel Las Vegas has fully embraced the modern food hall — a new take on the food court model that has replaced buffets with trendy stalls from big-name chefs. The newest, and arguably most exciting, is Via Via inside the Venetian Resort. Among its standout offerings is Howlin' Ray's, the cult-favorite Los Angeles spot known for round-the-block lines and Nashville-style hot chicken fried until golden and craggly. Here, the signature chicken sandwich lives up to the hype — juicy fried chicken with heat levels ranging from a mild zing to mouth-scorchingly hot, layered with slaw, cool pickles, and creamy sauce on a roasted bun. Sides like crunchy fries and indulgent thick banana pudding round out the meal. Best of all: Unlike the LA location, the Vegas outpost is still enough of a sleeper hit that there's no line at all. 3355 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89109. — Janna Karel, editor, Eater Southern California/Southwest For a celebratory brunch: Delilah For a celebratory brunch: Delilah. Janna Karel Delilah is a standout in Vegas nightlife. Dinners here are all glitz and glamour — think beef Wellington, lobster rolls, a live band, and dancers weaving through bronze palm trees. Now, that energy spills into daylight with a newly debuted Saturday brunch that's just as elaborate. The meal starts with pastries and a platter of fresh fruit for the table, followed by shared plates of chicken tenders and waffles with spicy maple syrup, salad, and artfully arranged smoked salmon with edible flowers, capers, and cream cheese for spreading on bagels. Brunch brings dishes like thick-cut brioche French toast with berries and mascarpone, an omelet topped with caviar and served with a fancy hash brown, or heartier options like a burger or steak and eggs. Live music continues through the 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. seatings, and it all wraps up with a tiered selection of miniature desserts. At $150 per person, it's a splurge — but one that makes Saturday feel special. 3131 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109. — Janna Karel, editor, Eater Southern California/Southwest For comforting dumplings: Xiao Long Dumplings Janna Karel A perfect soup dumpling is the stuff of dreams — soft, pleated dough wrapped around spiced pork and suspended in savory broth. It's exactly what the aptly named Xiao Long Dumplings does best. Baskets arrive under a shroud of steam, ready for the ritual: poke a hole to let the steam escape, slurp the hot broth, and add a few drops of black vinegar before the final bite. This popular Chinatown spot earns its following, with paper menus so tempting you'll want to check nearly every box — from crunchy cucumber salad to umami-rich noodle soups and crisp beef-stuffed pancakes. Just be sure to save room for dessert: the sweet, steamy chocolate bao is comfort in its own right. 4275 Spring Mountain Rd #D101, Las Vegas, NV 89102. — Janna Karel, editor, Eater Southern California/Southwest Eater Vegas All your essential food and restaurant intel delivered to you Email (required) Sign Up By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Brittany Hockley shocks her guests as she suffers epic wardrobe malfunction at second wedding on Sydney Harbour
Brittany Hockley has revealed the wardrobe malfunction moment that stole the show at her second wedding to footballer Ben Siegrist. The KIIS FM radio host, 37, legally tied the knot in front of a few close family friends on Tuesday, after having a destination ceremony in Bali last month. 'For our first wedding, we wrote and practiced our vows and I spent months learning my vows in German... so we decided to take a different approach for our second (legal) wedding,' Brittany said. But even the most impromptu plans for a last-minute boat wedding can go awry. In a hilarious video shared to Instagram on Friday, Brittany shared the moment she lost her veil to the wind. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The footage shows Brittany crouched down beside her Australian Shepherd dog Delilah for a photo in a Steven Khalil strapless gown and long gossamer veil. The Life Uncut podcaster was happily patting Delilah and beaming for the picture when she felt her veil literally fly off the top of her head. 'You're about to walk down the aisle. Nothing can ruin this moment,' she captioned the post. 'Mother nature: Hold my beer.' Brittany reached out to grasp the fabric in her fingertips and screamed in shock. Her former KIIS FM co-host Mitch Churi, who had been scrolling on his phone, glanced up at the chaos and froze. She thought she had held onto the veil, but it slipped from between her fingers and was carried from the rented vessel by a puff of strong wind. Brittany jumped to her stiletto-clad feet in her floor-length gown and chased after it, only to watch the garment become submerged in the harbour. The Life Uncut podcaster was happily beaming for the picture when she felt her veil literally fly off the top of her head and fly into the harbour 'I almost had it,' she continued in her caption. 'Rumour has it a bride in Hawaii is wearing my veil as we speak. I've never laughed harder. I should have expected nothing less. A day we will never forget.' On her Stories, she added the additional remarks: 'You couldn't have scripted this. 'But I will be writing it into my TV show.' Brittany and Ben were unable to be legally wed overseas, and so had a second micro-wedding in her hometown earlier this week. 'Ben's dream was to be able to legally get married on Sydney Harbour, the first place he went when landing in Australia for the very first time, two days before he met me for the very first time,' she explained on Instagram. 'Little did he know his life was about to change forever. He imagined the bridge and the Opera House in the background… 'So with just one week to make this happen, and thanks to some amazing people who helped me put it together in seven days, I got it done and it was just stunning. So imperfectly perfect!' 'We decided to improvise our vows and just look at each other and see what comes out in the moment!' Brittany continued. 'No pressure, just love.' Everything, including the dress, the boat, the cake, and shoes, was 'last-minute'. ''It was tiny and intimate and just simply perfect! We laughed the whole day. It was so relaxed and we were just bursting with all the feelings.' Brittany and Ben's first wedding took place in Bali last month in a romantic clifftop ceremony overlooking the Bukit Peninsula. She was ever the blushing bride on her big day, walking down the aisle in a strapless dress by Steven Khalil featuring a lace corset with a dramatic, long train. Brittany accessorised her dramatic frock with a large flower choker, pearl earrings and a veil that cascaded across the floor. The Life Uncut podcast team announced Brittany's engagement to Ben last year. Brittany, who formerly described herself as 'the perpetually single host', had been dating Ben long-distance for eight months when he popped the question. The duo met in November 2022 on the celebrity dating app Raya. At the time, the goalkeeper's soccer team, the Glasgow-based Celtic FC, was playing in Australia against Sydney FC.
BBC News
5 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Heaney will retire if Stoke City fight is not made
Former British middleweight champion Nathan Heaney says his upcoming fight will be his last if he cannot secure a future bout at Stoke City's bet365 34-year-old takes on Grant Dennis at the King's Hall in Stoke on Saturday in a 'must win' fight and the first in his home city for five has been a long-held dream for 'The Hitman' to finish his career at the home of his favourite football team and he says even if he beats Dennis it might be the last time he steps into a ring."I've always envisioned retiring from boxing on my terms. I never envisioned retiring after a loss," he told BBC Radio Stoke."So, for me, I would want to win and then have the option to retire on my terms." Heaney is promoted by Frank Warren and knows Saturday's show is another chance to prove his popularity in his own backyard is a strong as ever."It sold out immediately - I could've sold it four times over," Heaney said."So win and it will remind Frank Warren why he signed me all those years ago"The only fight I will have after Saturday is a fight at Stoke City in a year's time. No fight in between."I get why they would want you to fight in between - to stay relevant - but I've explained that doesn't matter. It would be the biggest sporting event our city's ever seen outside of football."Saturday is my last ever fight if I can't get the stadium."Heaney, who has won 18 of his 21 fights, says it is "strange" to be talking about retirement but knows his hand will be forced if a date at the home of the Potters cannot be finalised."Make no mistake, the plan is to win on Saturday and to have that final push to give the city what it deserves," he said."We've filled up every area we've ever been to for the last five years, it's outrageous."I deserve it. I love fighting for Frank so, best case scenario, we fight next year at the ground. "Worst case, I win and say 'thank you' and go out into the King's Hall and take one final bout." 'Make it an absolute bear pit' Heaney comes into Saturday's showdown with Dennis off the back of two defeats - a seventh-round stoppage against Sofiane Khati in February followed losing his British title to Brad Pauls just over a year young daughter will be among the sell-out crowd on Saturday which makes Heaney feel "like I've got to win"."I can't lose in front of my daughter. But I want her to feel that atmosphere," he said.A key part of that will be his trademark ring walk to the sound of the Tom Jones' classic wants the fans to savour the atmosphere as much as possible."It will mean everything," he said."Enjoy it like it's the last night. Sing it like it's the last Delilah. Make it an absolute bear pit. Make it intimidating and like nothing he's [Dennis] experienced before."And hopefully I will do the rest."
Western Telegraph
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Sir Tom Jones to undergo treatment due to infection
The 85-year-old, best known for hits like It's Not Unusual and Delilah, was due to perform in Germany on Tuesday (July 22). However, he has now postponed the concert after contracting an upper respiratory infection. Sir Tom, posting the news on Instagram, said: 'Hello to all the fans in Bremen. Unfortunately, I must postpone my show this evening, as I've contracted an upper respiratory infection that needs treatment and rest. 'I know this is really disappointing and will cause inconvenience to you all, and I'm very sorry about that. 'But the show will now go ahead on Monday 28th July, so I look forward to seeing you then. 'All tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled date. Until then, thank you for your understanding. Love, Tom.' The comment section was full of messages from fans, wishing the singer a speedy recovery. Sir Tom is midway through his UK and Europe summer tour, which began on June 13 at Hampton Court Palace in Surrey. RECOMMENDED READING: The tour is due to end in Wales with two performances scheduled at Cardiff Castle at the end of August. The Grammy-award winning artist was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2006 and is also the recipient of the 2003 Outstanding Contribution to Music Brit Award and the Silver Clef Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014. Sir Tom is also a coach on the singing competition series The Voice UK alongside McFly's joint judges Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones and former Destiny's Child singer Kelly Rowland, who is set to join the coaching line-up for the 2025 series
