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Daily Mirror
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Max Beesley's life from Robbie Williams link and famous ex-girlfriends to alcoholism battle
Max Beesley is part of the star-studded cast in the gripping real-life Disney+ drama Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles De Menezes with fans eager to know about the actor's life. Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles De Menezes was released in full on Wednesday, 30th April, on Disney+, retelling the tragic events from 20 years ago. Actor Max Beesley is among the four-part drama's cast, portraying the former assistant commissioner at the Metropolitan Police, Andy Hayman who was leading the investigation into the 2005 London bombings. With Suspect now ready to watch, Disney+ subscribers are curious to know all there is about the show's stars, including the 54 year old actor. Inside Max Beesley's life Musical career Long before his days working in front of the cameras as an actor, Beesley focussed on his passion for music, acting as a chorister at Manchester Cathedral and studying at Chetham's School of Music. He then attended Guildhall School of Music and Drama where he met the likes of Ewan McGregor and Daniel Craig but still continued to pursue music as well as acting. During his stint as a musician, Beesley worked as a session musician and keyboardist, performing with Take That, George Michael, Jamiroquai and played the drums for Stevie Wonder. Robbie Williams link Among the famous faces that Beesley worked with as a musician was Robbie Williams, playing keyboard in Robbie Williams' live concert video at Knebworth. Max Beesley also performed with the former Take That singer during a 2005 Hyde Park, five days shy of the London bombings. Their friendship dates back to their teenage years, Beesley and Williams having built their bond since ages 14 and 11. Beesley also previously reminisced about moving in with Williams in Los Angeles in the early noughties, sharing with The Telegraph: "I bumped into Rob in a shop in a classic car sales room. "I moved in with him for a couple of years, and we went on the road, touring." Alcoholism Despite enjoying professional successes, alcoholism cast shadows on Beesley's life and it was only after the birth of his daughter that he stopped drinking. In an intimate reveal to The Telegraph, he expressed: "Alcoholism is an incredibly quick, progressive disease that if you've not got your eyes on it, you can get in trouble very quickly. "You know, it's Christmas, have a drink. It's a nice day, let's have a drink. It's a very serious drug I don't like anything controlling me." Famous ex-girlfriends Beesley was in a three-year rleationship with former Spice Girls star Melanie Brown which began while her marriage to dancer Jimmy Gulzar was coming to an end. Reflecting on the impact their romance had on his career, Beesley told the Evening Standard: "It made the front pages wherever we went. "It wasn't a particularly nice situation to be in and, as far as I could see, it had no benefits and plenty of disadvantages. "It damaged my career 100 percent. I was getting painted with the same celebrity brush as her, and nobody was paying any attention to my work, which was really unfortunate. Everything slowed right down." Beesley then had a string of relationships with other celebs like Dannii Minogue, Melanie Sykes, Jodie Marsh, and Mica Paris. He also had a four-year romance with 'Footballers' Wives' actress Susie Amy before meeting his dancer wife Jennifer, marrying in 2000 and later having daughter Sabrina. What's next His IMDb suggests he's gearing up to star in the new Jack Ryan film alongside John Krasinski and Wendell Pierce. Despite the action drama wrapping up on Prime Video after its fourth season aired in 2023, this untitled movie is now in the pre-production stages and slated for release on Prime Video. It boasts a stellar ensemble including the likes of Sienna Miller, Michael Kelly, Betty Gabriel, and Douglas Hodge.
Wales Online
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
BBC One Show halted for important announcement as talk turns to 'horrific' real-world tragedy
BBC One Show halted for important announcement as talk turns to 'horrific' real-world tragedy Host Alex Jones was quick to offer viewers support Host Alex Jones halted The One Show briefly (Image: BBC ) BBC's The One Show was halted for an important announcement this evening following an intense interview on a "horrific" real-world tragedy. On Wednesday night (April 23), hosts Alex Jones and JB Gill welcomed celebrity guests Max Beesley and Edison Alcaide to the green sofa. The pair are starring in the upcoming Disney+ series Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles De Menezes. The upcoming four-part series, released on the streaming platform on April 30, tells the real-life story of the death of Brazilian man Jean Charles De Menezes who was mistaken for a terrorist in the wake of the 2005 London bombings. The bombing attack occurred on July 7 killing 52 people and injuring 770 more. Article continues below Newcomer Edison portrays Menezes on the Disney+ drama, which is his first-ever on-screen role. The cast also includes Game Of Thrones actor Conleth Hill as then-Met Police Commissioner Sir Ian Blair, with Years and Years and Being Human's Russell Tovey as his deputy assistant commissioner Brian Paddick. Max Beesley and Edison Alcaide appeared on The One Show (Image: BBC ) Meanwhile Max, who portrays assistant commissioner Andy Hayman, shared with One Show viewers where he was when the real-world bombings occurred. "I remember where I was on the day, we were meant to do a read-through of a show at 9, and the producers said let's start at 8.30 so we were on the infrastructure going into the workplace an hour earlier than we would have been," he began. "All of us were on that infrastructure and it was terrifying hearing the sirens at 9.30 and think what the heck is going on and of course we learned now what a tragedy that was." Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles De Menezes releases April 30 (Image: DISNEY PLUS ) "I think everybody remembers where they were, don't they?" host Alex Jones interjected. When the interview wrapped up, Alex halted the show's usual proceedings, swiftly turning to the camera to issue an important announcement for viewers watching at home. "Well, it's a really important show and you've done so well. Congratulations on your performances," she started. "Details of organisations offering help and support with PTSD and mental health are available of course at Article continues below The One Show continues tomorrow night at 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer
