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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Line of Duty star reveals surprise career move after huge series seven update
A LINE of Duty star has revealed a surprise career move, and also her hidden talent. It comes just days after two of the beloved show's 5 A Line of Duty star has revealed their hidden talent Credit: BBC 5 Vicky McClure is perusing a career as a singer Credit: Instagram 5 Vicky is best known for playing DI Kate Fleming on Line of Duty Credit: PA 5 It comes after Line of Duty season 7 was teased this week Credit: BBC Now The star has revealed she is now heading into the music industry now. In a post on Instagram, it was confirmed that Vicky has collaborated with Sheffield-based band Reverend and the Makers. Vicky can be seen singing on the group's latest song, Haircut. Read More on Line of Duty Sharing a clip from the video for the single, which saw the actress sing, she wrote: "I'm no Whitney [Houston] but I love music. "Making this with Jon [McClure] and Rev was such a chilled experience. "All I hope is you enjoy it, sing and dance along." Fans enjoyed what they heard, with one saying: "Is there nothing this incredible woman can't do???" Most read in Drama Another added: "Such a tune!!!!! What a voice!!! You're my Whitney!" This one simply said: "Amazing!" Line of Duty stars spark new episode rumours as they reunite for night out LINE OF DUTY TEASE Vicky's news comes just days after Line of Duty fans were thrilled when two of the show's biggest stars dropped massive hints that the The show about a police anti-corruption squad weeding out bent coppers, has been a ratings hit for the BBC since it first aired in 2012. But there hasn't been a new series of the smash hit series since 2021 - with many However, this week leading men Adrian Dunbar who plays Supt Ted Hastings on the BBC one cop thriller revealed an update on season 7. 5 The news will thrill fans left disappointed by the limp ending of the police drama's last series Credit: AP The Sun exclusively revealed in April that the ratings hit would be returning for a long-awaited seventh outing in 2026, Talking this week on the Nicky Byrne podcast, actor Martin was asked whether he'd be taking part in Sport Aid next May. He replied: "I think, already, I know I'm filming next year. This will be a pretty good one this next show." Asked by Nicky if he could give him the exclusive on what it is, Martin replied: "Not on this I think most people can have a guess though." Meanwhile Radio Ulster and was also asked about Line of Duty, which is filmed in Belfast, where the radio station broadcasts from. The actor said: "We're all keeping our fingers crossed, just waiting on the BBC to make an announcement. "I know Jed's working away. And I know me and Vicky and Martin really want to do it. So hopefully next year we'll be back in Belfast and rattling around the town making a nuisance of ourselves. "The wheel is turning on that. It's just down to the BBC to make an announcement."
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Line of Duty star reveals surprise career move after huge series seven update
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A LINE of Duty star has revealed a surprise career move, and also her hidden talent. It comes just days after two of the beloved show's stars gave a HUGE series seven update. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 A Line of Duty star has revealed their hidden talent Credit: BBC 5 Vicky McClure is perusing a career as a singer Credit: Instagram 5 Vicky is best known for playing DI Kate Fleming on Line of Duty Credit: PA 5 It comes after Line of Duty season 7 was teased this week Credit: BBC Now Vicky McClure, 42, who plays Detective Inspector Kate Fleming on Line of Duty has revealed she is perusing a different career. The star has revealed she is now heading into the music industry now. In a post on Instagram, it was confirmed that Vicky has collaborated with Sheffield-based band Reverend and the Makers. Vicky can be seen singing on the group's latest song, Haircut. Sharing a clip from the video for the single, which saw the actress sing, she wrote: "I'm no Whitney [Houston] but I love music. "Making this with Jon [McClure] and Rev was such a chilled experience. "All I hope is you enjoy it, sing and dance along." Fans enjoyed what they heard, with one saying: "Is there nothing this incredible woman can't do???" Another added: "Such a tune!!!!! What a voice!!! You're my Whitney!" This one simply said: "Amazing!" Line of Duty stars spark new episode rumours as they reunite for night out LINE OF DUTY TEASE Vicky's news comes just days after Line of Duty fans were thrilled when two of the show's biggest stars dropped massive hints that the show will return next year with a seventh series. The show about a police anti-corruption squad weeding out bent coppers, has been a ratings hit for the BBC since it first aired in 2012. But there hasn't been a new series of the smash hit series since 2021 - with many fans disappointed about how it ended. However, this week leading men Martin Compston who plays DI Steve Arnott and Adrian Dunbar who plays Supt Ted Hastings on the BBC one cop thriller revealed an update on season 7. 5 The news will thrill fans left disappointed by the limp ending of the police drama's last series Credit: AP The Sun exclusively revealed in April that the ratings hit would be returning for a long-awaited seventh outing in 2026, with filming starting in the first half of the year. Talking this week on the Nicky Byrne podcast, actor Martin was asked whether he'd be taking part in Sport Aid next May. He replied: "I think, already, I know I'm filming next year. This will be a pretty good one this next show." Asked by Nicky if he could give him the exclusive on what it is, Martin replied: "Not on this I think most people can have a guess though." Meanwhile Adrian was talking on Wednesday on Radio Ulster and was also asked about Line of Duty, which is filmed in Belfast, where the radio station broadcasts from. The actor said: "We're all keeping our fingers crossed, just waiting on the BBC to make an announcement. "I know Jed's working away. And I know me and Vicky and Martin really want to do it. So hopefully next year we'll be back in Belfast and rattling around the town making a nuisance of ourselves. "The wheel is turning on that. It's just down to the BBC to make an announcement."
Scottish Sun
03-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Line of Duty's Martin Compston breaks silence on hit BBC drama's return – insisting it will ‘be for the right reasons'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LINE of Duty's Martin Compston has broken his silence on the hit BBC drama's return - saying it will be 'for the right reasons'. The Sun exclusively revealed Line of Duty would be returning next year for a seventh series. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Line of Duty's Martin Compston has broken his silence on the hit drama returning Credit: AP 4 The show aired from 2012 up until 2021 Credit: BBC 4 Viewers best know Martin for playing DS Steve Arnott Credit: BBC The six-parter will reportedly see Martin, Vicky McClure and Adrian Dunbar all reprise their beloved roles for filming in January. When speaking to The Sun's TV Mag, the actor was grilled about rumours of the show making a comeback. Martin shared: 'We're always talking about possibilities and schedules and whatnot. "Everybody's got stuff going on at the minute, so I think anything, unfortunately, would be a way off. "You know, the day people stop asking about the show will be a sad day, so I'm delighted that people are still excited about it. "We'd all love to work together again at some point. We still all meet up. "I met with Jed [Mercurio, the show's creator], Adrian [Dunbar] and Vicky [McClure] in London before Christmas - we went out for dinner, to hear what everyone's up to." He added: 'It's amazing. It's the best feeling as an actor when you feel like the whole country's in the palm of your hand with what's coming next, and there's only a couple of you in that secret of who's surviving and what's going on. "But because we're all so close and we all want the best for the show, we wouldn't do it again just for the sake of it. "If it was just about doing it for the sake of it, we'd have probably done another three series by now. Line of Duty stars spark new episode rumours as they reunite for night out "We really care about the quality of it. So if we come back, it would be for the right reasons. "It won't just be: 'Get another one done.' It'll be because Jed thinks there's a story to tell." A TV insider previously told The Sun: 'This is the news Line of Duty fans have been waiting for since the sixth season left them deflated when it aired back in 2021. 'The BBC almost immediately requested more episodes to continue the story, but the success of the show meant Vicky, Martin and Adrian were instantly snapped up for other projects. 'But after several meetings with Jed [Mercurio, creator and writer] and the production team, they've finally managed to clear space in their calendars next year to commit to making the show.' The Sun first revealed in 2022 that the show, which drew up to 13million viewers, would return. The stars have been attached to other projects - Martin with supernatural thriller The Rig, Vicky with bomb squad drama Trigger Point, and Adrian with jazz singer detective show Ridley. Many of the 13million who saw the sixth series felt it a huge anti-climax to learn buffoon Det Supt Ian Buckells (Nigel Boyle) was H, the elusive mastermind with links to organised crime. Fans had wondered if it was a genuine end after nine years of nail-biting storylines, or a red herring by creator Jed Mercurio. TV Mag is available for free every Saturday, only in The Sun.
The Sun
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Line of Duty's Martin Compston breaks silence on hit BBC drama's return – insisting it will ‘be for the right reasons'
LINE of Duty's Martin Compston has broken his silence on the hit BBC drama's return - saying it will be 'for the right reasons'. The Sun exclusively revealed Line of Duty would be returning next year for a seventh series. 4 4 4 The six-parter will reportedly see Martin, Vicky McClure and Adrian Dunbar all reprise their beloved roles for filming in January. When speaking to The Sun's TV Mag, the actor was grilled about rumours of the show making a comeback. Martin shared: 'We're always talking about possibilities and schedules and whatnot. "Everybody's got stuff going on at the minute, so I think anything, unfortunately, would be a way off. "You know, the day people stop asking about the show will be a sad day, so I'm delighted that people are still excited about it. "We'd all love to work together again at some point. We still all meet up. "I met with Jed [Mercurio, the show's creator], Adrian [Dunbar] and Vicky [McClure] in London before Christmas - we went out for dinner, to hear what everyone's up to." He added: 'It's amazing. It's the best feeling as an actor when you feel like the whole country's in the palm of your hand with what's coming next, and there's only a couple of you in that secret of who's surviving and what's going on. "But because we're all so close and we all want the best for the show, we wouldn't do it again just for the sake of it. "If it was just about doing it for the sake of it, we'd have probably done another three series by now. Line of Duty stars spark new episode rumours as they reunite for night out "We really care about the quality of it. So if we come back, it would be for the right reasons. "It won't just be: 'Get another one done.' It'll be because Jed thinks there's a story to tell." A TV insider previously told The Sun: 'This is the news Line of Duty fans have been waiting for since the sixth season left them deflated when it aired back in 2021. 'The BBC almost immediately requested more episodes to continue the story, but the success of the show meant Vicky, Martin and Adrian were instantly snapped up for other projects. 'But after several meetings with Jed [Mercurio, creator and writer] and the production team, they've finally managed to clear space in their calendars next year to commit to making the show.' The Sun first revealed in 2022 that the show, which drew up to 13million viewers, would return. BBC crime dramas The BBC is reopening case files on an all-star line-up of crime dramas this summer. Here's a refresher on the popular programmes which span six decades. Campion: Aired from 1989 to 1990, this detective drama series was adapted from novels by Margery Allingham and stars Peter Davison. Dalziel And Pascoe: A gritty detective drama series about a mismatched pair of policemen, based on the award-winning books by Reginald Hill. Aired from 1996 to 2007. Death In Paradise: A misanthropic detective inspector is assigned to a Caribbean island against his will. Premiered in 2011 and is still on air to this day. Happy Valley: Created by Sally Wainwright, this northern noir follows Sarah Lancashire as Sgt Catherine Cawood – tough, defiant and facing her traumatic past. Hinterland: Welsh drama starring Richard Harrington. Brooding DCI Tom Mathias uncovers secrets – and links to his troubled past amid mountainous terrain and close-knit villages. Aired from 2013 to 2016. Inspector Lynley Mysteries: Based on the novels of Elizabeth George, this drama series is about upper-crust DI Thomas Lynley and working class DS Barbara Havers. Aired from 2001 to 2007. Jonathan Creek: Starring comedian Alan Davies, this comedy-drama series follows a inventor of magic tricks who is often called in to solve puzzling murders. Aired from 1997 to 2016. Law & Order: Originally broadcast in 1978, this four-part drama series is about the British judicial system. Stars include Peter Dean and Derek Martin. Life On Mars: Beguiling science-fiction police drama following a Manchester policeman who travels back to 1973 following a car accident. Stars John Simm and Philip Glenister. Aired from 2006 to 2007. Line Of Duty: Created by Jed Mercurio, this drama follows the investigations of AC-12, a controversial police anticorruption unit. Stars Martin Compston, Vicky McClure and Adrian Dunbar, aired from 2012 to 2021. Luther: Crime drama series starring Idris Elba as DCI John Luther. Aired from 2010 to 2019, with a follow-up film released in 2023. New Tricks: Warm-hearted drama following an eccentric group of old-fashioned detectives. Starring Dennis Waterman, Amanda Redman, Alun Armstrong and James Bolam. Aired from 2003 to 2015. Sherlock: Benedict Cumberbatch stars a modern day Sherlock Holmes, teaming up with Martin Freeman 's war veteran Dr Watson to solve impossible crimes. Aired from 2010 to 2017. Shetland: Detective drama starring Douglas Henshall, Ashley Jensen and Alison O'Donnell, showcasing the dark side of one of the most beautiful places on earth. Premiered in 2013 and is still on air to this day. The Cops: Set in the fictional northern town of Stanton, this acclaimed, provocative police drama stars Katy Cavanagh, Rob Dixon and John Henshaw. Aired from 1998 to 2001. Waking The Dead: With a cast including Trevor Eve, Sue Johnston and Wil Johnson, this series follows a cold case team who unearths sleeping secrets, but sometimes the past is best left buried. Aired from 2000 to 2011. Wallander: Starring Sir Kenneth Branagh, Kurt Wallander is unable to unsee the dark crimes he's tasked to investigate while Wallander's job comes at a cost to his family and relationships. Aired from 2008 to 2016. The stars have been attached to other projects - Martin with supernatural thriller The Rig, Vicky with bomb squad drama Trigger Point, and Adrian with jazz singer detective show Ridley. Many of the 13million who saw the sixth series felt it a huge anti-climax to learn buffoon Det Supt Ian Buckells (Nigel Boyle) was H, the elusive mastermind with links to organised crime. Fans had wondered if it was a genuine end after nine years of nail-biting storylines, or a red herring by creator Jed Mercurio. TV Mag is available for free every Saturday, only in The Sun. 4
The Irish Sun
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Line of Duty's Martin Compston breaks silence on hit BBC drama's return – insisting it will ‘be for the right reasons'
LINE of Duty's Martin Compston has broken his silence on the hit BBC drama's return - saying it will be 'for the right reasons'. The Sun exclusively revealed Line of Duty would be returning next year for a seventh series. Advertisement 4 Line of Duty's Martin Compston has broken his silence on the hit drama returning Credit: AP 4 The show aired from 2012 up until 2021 Credit: BBC 4 Viewers best know Martin for playing DS Steve Arnott Credit: BBC The six-parter will reportedly see Martin, When speaking to The Sun's TV Mag, the actor was grilled about rumours of the show making a comeback. Martin shared: 'We're always talking about possibilities and schedules and whatnot. "Everybody's got stuff going on at the minute, so I think anything, unfortunately, would be a way off. Advertisement Read more on Line of Duty "You know, the day people stop asking about the show will be a sad day, so I'm delighted that people are still excited about it. "We'd all love to work together again at some point. We still all meet up. "I met with Jed [Mercurio, the show's creator], Adrian [Dunbar] and Vicky [McClure] in London before Christmas - we went out for dinner, to hear what everyone's up to." He added: 'It's amazing. It's the best feeling as an actor when you feel like the whole country's in the palm of your hand with what's coming next , and there's only a couple of you in that secret of who's surviving and what's going on. Advertisement Most read in News TV "But because we're all so close and we all want the best for the show, we wouldn't do it again just for the sake of it. "If it was just about doing it for the sake of it, we'd have probably done another three series by now. Line of Duty stars spark new episode rumours as they reunite for night out "We really care about the quality of it. So if we come back, it would be for the right reasons. "It won't just be: 'Get another one done.' It'll be because Jed thinks there's a story to tell." Advertisement A TV insider previously told The Sun: 'This is the news Line of Duty fans have been waiting for since the sixth season left them deflated when it aired back in 2021. 'The BBC almost immediately requested more episodes to continue the story, but the success of the show meant Vicky, Martin and Adrian were instantly snapped up for other projects. 'But after several meetings with Jed [Mercurio, creator and writer] and the production team, they've finally managed to clear space in their calendars next year to commit to making the show.' The Sun Advertisement BBC crime dramas The BBC is reopening case files on an all-star line-up of crime dramas this summer. Here's a refresher on the Campion : Aired from 1989 to 1990, this detective drama series was adapted from novels by Margery Allingham and stars Dalziel And Pascoe : A gritty detective drama series about a mismatched pair of policemen, based on the award-winning books by Reginald Hill. Aired from 1996 to 2007. Death In Paradise : A misanthropic detective inspector is assigned to a Caribbean island against his will. Premiered in 2011 and is still on air to this day. Happy Valley: Created by Sally Wainwright, this northern noir follows Hinterland: Welsh drama starring Inspector Lynley Mysteries: Based on the novels of Elizabeth George, this drama series is about upper-crust DI Thomas Lynley and working class DS Barbara Havers. Aired from 2001 to 2007. Jonathan Creek : Starring comedian Law & Order: Originally broadcast in 1978, this four-part drama series is about the British judicial system. Stars include Life On Mars: Beguiling science-fiction police drama following a Manchester policeman who travels back to 1973 following a car accident. Stars Line Of Duty : Created by Luther : Crime drama series starring New Tricks : Warm-hearted drama following an eccentric group of old-fashioned detectives. Starring Sherlock : Shetland : Detective drama starring The Cops : Set in the fictional northern town of Stanton, this acclaimed, provocative police drama stars Waking The Dead : With a cast including Wallander : Starring The stars have been attached to other projects - Martin with supernatural thriller The Rig, Vicky with bomb squad drama Trigger Point , and Adrian with jazz singer detective show Ridley . Many of the 13million who saw the sixth series felt it crime . Fans had wondered if it was a genuine end after nine years of nail-biting storylines, or a red herring by creator TV Mag is available for free every Saturday, only in The Sun. Advertisement 4 Martin leads the Line of Duty cast alongside Vicky McLure Credit: Getty
