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News.com.au
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Annie Knight reveals why she's no longer friends with Bonnie Blue
Annie Knight has sensationally ended her friendship with Bonnie Blue over her most recent sex stunt – just eight months after the pair were kicked out of Fiji for filming their controversial Schoolies stunt together. The Gold Coast sex worker, famously dubbed 'Australia's most sexually active woman', said their friendship turned sour after Blue announced a 'horrifying' sex event that was so shocking, it got her kicked off OnlyFans. Blue was banned by the adult platform after her 'petting zoo' idea – where she was set to be tied up in a glass box 'like a zoo animal' for anyone of legal age to join her – copped widespread criticism. Many called out its 'dangerous' messaging, stating it glamorised sexual violence and 'promoted rape culture', with Blue later canning the stunt and stating 'it had to go'. Shortly after, Blue went on a rampage, claiming OnlyFans 'took unprecedented action' to punish her for 'making content, while multiple other creators are mimicking my entire marketing techniques and events'. 'The only difference is, I don't cry and I don't vlog hospital journeys. I just keep smiling,' she fumed, referring to Knight's recent hospitalisation for an endometriosis flare up. It was this 'stab in the back' that prompted Knight to reassess her friendship with the increasingly controversial porn star, resulting in her deciding to cut Blue out of her life for good. 'I'd spoken to her just a week prior and everything was fine and then she got banned from OnlyFans and the next thing I know, she's badmouthing me online, using my health issues against me and trying to get me banned as well,' Knight told 'Her ship was going down and she tried to pull down as many people with her as possible, that's something I would absolutely never do. 'She tried to take credit for other people's careers and insinuate that people copied her, namely me. It's a huge stab in the back.' Knight said she had been growing increasingly concerned about the direction Blue's content was going in, noting that 'consent' and 'respect' are at the forefront of her own videos. 'I think the derogatory nature of the 'petting zoo' was horrifying. It opened the floodgates for abuse and other horrible things to occur. It was a line I wouldn't even dream of crossing,' the 27-year-old, who is originally from Melbourne, explained. 'I think at the end of the day our morals are completely different. Consent is so important and it has always been important that I convey that in my content. 'Sex is meant to be enjoyable for both parties and that's the most important thing for me to educate people on.' Knight, who discusses their fallout on the latest episode of her podcast Annie Knight: Unhinged, said many of Blue's most problematic views never sat well with her. 'I disagree with cheating and I don't believe that women belong in the kitchen or on their knees,' she explained, noting the British porn star's now infamous views on marriage. 'I am a 'girls girl', and I am supportive of other women. Being a woman is hard enough in a world where the odds are pitted against us, we don't need other women trying to tear us down as well.' However, Knight has 'no regrets' about filming explicit content with 'barely legal' young men alongside Blue in Fiji back in November, arguing the Schoolies leavers involved were consenting adults. 'I always knew Bonnie did more extreme content than I did, but I didn't think that she would take it as far as she did.' Ultimately, the pair were kicked out by the country's Minister for Immigration, Pio Tikoduadua, in an effort to 'safeguard Fiji's integrity and immigration system'. Blue, whose real name is Tia Billinger, had to return to the UK after her Australian visa was cancelled the week prior while Knight came back to the Gold Coast. The women later went to Spring Break in Cancun in March but haven't seen each other since, with Knight getting engaged to Henry Brayshaw, a FIFO worker who is also the son of popular sports commentator James Brayshaw, shortly after. 'Her content is so in your face, it's crass as all f**k,' he noted on the podcast episode of the difference between his fiancee's content and Blue's. 'A lot of it is rage bait, and ridiculous, which I understand is common in the industry but predominantly I just feel worse off for seeing her stuff. 'When I saw that whole 'being in a box' thing, I as someone who is familiar with the world you guys are in, I knew that was f**ked up. That's ultimately what it comes down to.' A spokesperson for OnlyFans said 'extreme 'challenge' content is not permitted on the site,' stating it goes against its 'Acceptable Use Policy and Terms of Service'. 'Any breach of our Terms of Service results in content or account deactivation,' the spokesperson told The Sun last month.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Peaky Blinders' Steven Knight teases 'brilliant' movie and addresses future
Steven Knight spoke exclusively to Reach Screen Time about the Peaky Blinders universe. Peaky Blinders mastermind Steven Knight has dropped tantalising hints about the forthcoming big-screen version of the hard-hitting drama, reports the Express. During an exclusive conversation with Reach Screen Time, Knight declared the film was "brilliant". He went on: "We're a long way down the road and it's really, really good. So, hopefully people will look forward to it." Knight suggested the Peaky Blinders world appeared to have its own momentum, whilst discussing the movie's position within the franchise: "The series runs and then it felt natural to conclude that part of the story, not the whole world, but that part of the story. "With the movie, thankfully, it's worked really well. Then we looked to the future and who knows what other forms Peaky could take?" Netflix had previously announced that shooting on the Peaky Blinders film had concluded back in December 2024 and offered a sneak peek, though no launch date has been revealed as yet. There are also hopes of a new series. Nevertheless, Peaky Blinders enthusiasts have another treat to get excited about: Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby, which opens at the iconic Sadler's Wells Theatre next month. The dance production initially premiered in 2022 in Peaky's home city of Birmingham, before launching national and European tours. Knight disclosed that from Paris to Istanbul, shows of Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby had earned standing ovations, even during afternoon performances. Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby emerged after renowned dance troupe Rambert, which has existed since the 1920s, was initially recruited to choreograph sequences for a fifth series episode featuring a Swan Lake performance at Tommy Shelby's (portrayed by Cillian Murphy) countryside estate. Knight collaborated with Rambert's artistic director Benoit Swan Pouffer on the ballet production, with the creator crafting the screenplay whilst the latter handled choreographic responsibilities. The theatrical production centres on the romantic tale between Tommy Shelby and his initial spouse, Grace Burgess (Annabelle Wallis), with their relationship proving a viewer favourite. Knight hinted that devotees of the programme would witness an alternative perspective of the criminal mastermind that offered a "deeper" interpretation than his television counterpart. He continued: "It's a much more intimate portrayal of who he is." Looking back on the triumph of the Peaky Blinders television series, which drew inspiration from tales he encountered about Birmingham during his childhood, Knight remarked: "I think the whole thing about Peaky has been quite remarkable really." He hadn't originally anticipated the BBC programme would achieve such global acclaim, yet he was thoroughly wrong and observed that Peaky Blinders enthusiasts stretched from Argentina to China. Notable admirers of Peaky Blinders include Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Snoop Dogg and David Beckham, amongst others. Meanwhile, the programme has generated a festival, a video game, and even a Primark partnership. Indeed, the Peaky Blinders craze has infiltrated the national psyche, with baby names such as Arthur and Ada seeing a surge in popularity, as per the Office of National Statistics. Knight expressed that the reception was "great" and it gave him the confidence to transform Peaky Blinders into a dance show, confessing that the stage production's success was "beyond expectations".
Mint
a day ago
- Business
- Mint
‘Happy 80th to this guy': Wipro Chairman Rishad Premji shares pic with father Azim Premji
Wipro Chairman Rishad Premji extends wishes to his father, Azim Premji, the veteran businessman and former chairman of the tech giant, on his 80th birthday. Sharing a few pictures on the social media platform X, Rishad Premji wrote,"Happy 80th birthday to this guy." Born on July 24, 1945, Azim Premji has played a vital role in leading Wipro for nearly forty years, transforming the $2 million hydrogenated cooking oil company into a global IT, BPO, and R&D services organisation. In 2001, he founded the Azim Premji Foundation, a non-profit organisation aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of India's public school system. The Foundation collaborates with over 350,000 schools across seven Indian states. It also operates Azim Premji University, which emphasises teaching and research programmes in education and other areas of human development. As of December 2024, Premji's net worth is estimated at $35.9 billion, according to Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Azim Premji has earned several accolades over the years. BusinessWeek listed him among the top 30 entrepreneurs in world history. Additionally, Financial Times, Time, Fortune, and Forbes have all recognised him as one of the most influential people globally. He was recognised by the Journal of Foreign Policy as one of the leading global thinkers. Azim is the first Indian to receive the Faraday Medal. He was honoured with honorary doctorates from Michigan State University, Wesleyan University, and the Indian Institutes of Technology at Bombay, Roorkee, and Kharagpur. The Republic of France honoured him with their highest civilian award, the Knight of the Legion of Honor. In January 2011, he received India's second-highest civilian award, the Padma Vibhushan. Additionally, he was awarded the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy in 2017. Azim Premji also serves as director of the following group organizations such as Wipro Enterprises Private Limited, Azim Premji Philanthropic Initiatives Private Limited, Azim Premji Custodial and Management Services Private Limited, Azim Premji Foundation for Development, Azim Premji Trustee Company Private Limited, Azim Premji Trust Services Private Limited, Azim Premji Safe Deposit Company Private Limited, Wipro GE Healthcare Private Limited and Azim Premji Foundation.
Scoop
2 days ago
- Health
- Scoop
Rescue Crew Chief Issues Lifesaving Challenge
The crew chief of the Westpac rescue helicopter service is urging the community to help them get back to base this August, as demand for the lifesaving service continues to grow. 'Every time we take off could be the difference between life and death. This is vital work, but we can't do it alone,' says Crew Chief Rick Knight. The Canterbury Westpac and ROA Mining Rescue Helicopters have already completed over 520 missions this year across the Canterbury West Coast region and demand continues to increase. 'Whether it's a medical emergency in one of our rural communities, an accident in remote terrain, or an urgent response to a personal locator beacon activation, we all rely on the rescue helicopters to be there - and we are. 'But to continue to provide this world-class service we need our community's support. We need the community to take up this challenge and help us get Back to Base,' says Knight. Back to Base is a virtual event in which people are encouraged to challenge themselves to cover the distance equivalent to a real rescue helicopter mission. The Back to Base distances range from 9 km, the distance from Christchurch Hospital back to base, up to 155 km, the distance from Timaru to base. Alternatively, participants can set their own target. Last year, $45,000 was raised through Back to Base with participants finding unique ways to complete the challenge. A team of ocean swimmers swam 500 km, a mum and her two children walked and ran 349 km, while an 80-year-old man walked 9 km. 'It's simple. Choose your distance, get a few sponsors on board and get moving. It doesn't matter if you walk, run, swim, ski, or hit the treadmill – however you move you will be supporting the lifesaving work of the rescue helicopter crew,' Knight says. There are 39 crew who work across the Canterbury and West Coast rescue helicopter service, operated by GCH Aviation. For all of them physical fitness, and the mental strength that comes from that, is vital for their job. 'Crew roles demand a high level of fitness every day – whether we're swimming through rough seas during a marine rescue or trekking rugged terrain to reach an injured tramper. Even helicopter winch operations require strength and precision. It's an intense and highly specialised job. 'The Back to Base challenge reflects the grit and commitment required in air rescue, and it's a powerful way everyday Kiwis can support our mission,' Knight says. Funds raised through the Back to Base Challenge will go towards the Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust's MISSION 2026. MISSION 2026 is the biggest transformation the rescue helicopter service has seen in its 40-year history. The fleet is being upgraded with three H145 helicopters, along with a significant investment in new equipment, technology and advanced crew training. The biggest game-changer is the roll-out of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) across the fleet. IFR enables the helicopters to fly in more adverse weather conditions – an investment which means the rescue helicopters will be able to respond to an estimated 20% more missions. The Trust needs to raise $1.4 million towards MISSION 2026. Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust CEO Christine Prince says they need the community's support to get there. 'Please join our Back to Base challenge starting 1 August. Put simply, we need your help to save lives; every dollar contributes towards this. 'With challenge distances from 9 km, anyone can join the Back to Base challenge and be part of our life-saving MISSION 2026,' Prince says. Back to Base distance options are: • 9 km – Christchurch Hospital Helipad and Back to Base • 49 km – Akaroa to Christchurch Hospital and Back to Base • 97 km – Mt Hutt to Christchurch Hospital and Back to Base • 155 km – Timaru Hospital to Christchurch Hospital and Back to Base Back to Base Challenge participants who fundraise more than $100 will receive a Westpac or ROA Mining Rescue Helicopter pin, with a medal provided to those participants who raise more than $250. The highest fundraiser will receive a city flight for two, gifted by GCH Aviation, with other spot prizes up for grabs. Anyone can sign up for the Back to Base Challenge at The Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust has funded the life-saving Rescue Helicopters in Canterbury and the West Coast since 1989. Working alongside service provider GCH Aviation, the Trust is tasked with raising $6 million each year to support the operation of the service, which is not fully government funded. The Trust's funding also supports the provision of life-saving equipment and additional crew training, all of which improves patient care and outcomes.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
The Promise
Credit - In The Promise, a narrative podcast from Nashville Public Radio, host and reporter Meribah Knight examines Nashville's James A. Cayce Homes, the city's largest and oldest public-housing complex that's about to be razed and overhauled into a more modern space that will bring together young professionals and its preexisting residents. Easier said than done, especially considering the neighborhood's fraught history with violence and the gentrification sprouting around it. Knight, who would go on to be a Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2022, embeds herself within the community, interviewing the longtimers, new arrivals, and authorities as the project comes to fruition. She dedicates a Peabody Award-winning second season to examining how the racial and economic divide within the neighborhood manifests in the classroom, illustrating the deeply rooted tension that exists in so many of America's communities. Contact us at letters@
