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Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Beloved Brit sitcom becomes latest show to be slapped with trigger warning over ‘racist humour'
The entire show is flagged to contain 'sexual themes, nude images and moderate language throughout' ITV NAILS SHOW Beloved Brit sitcom becomes latest show to be slapped with trigger warning over 'racist humour' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CLASSIC sitcom Auf Wiedersehen, Pet has been slapped with a trigger warning by ITV for racist humour. Episodes on the channel's ITVX platform now warn the show, which follows a group of Brit builders stationed in Germany, makes 'racial remarks'. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 1 Iconic sitcom Auf Wiedersehen, Pet has been slapped with a trigger warning by ITV Credit: BBC The beloved series made stars of Jimmy Nail and Tim Healy and Timothy Spall, following their capers as they pursue high wages and plenty of frauleins. Episode five now warns: 'Contains frequent mild language and mild racial remarks.' The piece is called Home Thoughts From Abroad and follows Bomber, played by Pat Roach, as he travels home to find his missing daughter who them runs up on the building site in Dusseldorf. The flag could have been applied to cover jokes from Oz, played by Jimmy Nail, including one remark about Germany: 'They're the ba**ards that bombed me granny.' Another of his asides was that 'they started it'. The entire show is flagged to contain 'sexual themes, nude images and moderate language throughout'. In 2000, series one was ranked number 46 on the 100 Greatest British Television Programmes in a list compiled by the British Film Institute. The beloved series ran for four series in total, two from 1983 until 1986 and then after a sixteen-year gap, two series and a Christmas special were shown on BBC One in 2002 and 2004. Previously, viewers of the The Fast Show have been warned about 'discriminatory language' in a Suits You scene from an episode which aired in February 1996. It could concern a scene where the series' lusty Middle Aged Guys declare women who rebuffed their advances 'lesbians'. Star Wars film slapped with new trigger warning 26 years after it was first released The Office and Only Fools and Horses are also screened with BBC warnings about their appropriateness for modern audiences. Channel 4 has previously been branded 'humourless' for flagging a series of Father Ted episodes on its streaming service, and ITV has a similar caution on 1970s comedy George & Mildred.
Forbes
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Rip Currents And A Lasting Cultural Legacy
FILE - Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner is seen on the red carpet of the Mark Twain Prize for American ... More Humor, honoring Bill Cosby, in Washington, Oct. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File) AP2009 When news broke this week that Malcom-Jamal Warner died while on vacation in Costa Rica, I felt the same grief and sorrow that many of peers were expressing. Multiple media sources report the cause of death as asphyxia related to being caught in a rip current. For me, this tragedy evokes sympathy, reflections, and a desire to help in some way. Here is that convergence of thought. THE COSBY SHOW — Pictured: (back row, l-r) Lisa Bonet as Denise Huxtable, Malcolm-Jamal Warner as ... More Theodore 'Theo' Huxtable, Phylicia Rashad as Clair Hanks Huxtable, Sabrina Le Beauf as Sondra Huxtable Tibideaux, (front row, l-r) Keshia Knight Pulliam as Rudy Huxtable, Bill Cosby as Dr. Heathcliff 'Cliff' Huxtable, Tempestt Bledsoe as Vanessa Huxtable (Photo by Alan Singer/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images) NBCUniversal via Getty Images Warner is a cultural icon. He was 'Theo' on The Cosby Show. However, he was much more than that. For many middle-class Black boys like me, we saw a character on television that resonated with our lifestyle, reality, and culture. We were used to seeing athletes, entertainers, and other fictional characterizations that did not capture the 'marinades' many of us were steeped in. With this groundbreaking show, we saw a Black doctor, lawyer, and family dynamics often underrepresented on television at that time. Such imagery is important. I am meteorologist and climate scientist. As a child and even into my teenage years, I did not know any scientists. There was no template on how to become one either. After being bitten by the weather bug with a sixth-grade science project, I had to figure out the steps to become a research meteorologist. This involved reading books about Dr. George Washington Carver and Isaac Asimov. I would not meet a Black atmospheric scientist until my undergraduate years at Florida State University. Though I never interacted much with him, there as a meteorology professor named Thomas Carney. I remember being fixated on him in the hallways of one of the most storied meteorology departments in the country at the time. Later I would go on to meet the legendary Dr. Warren Washington, a Black climate scientist who received the Presidential Medal of Science. Warren became a significant influence in my life and career. Dr. Warren Washington and President Obama. UCAR To this day, I am cognizant of what boys or girls may be watching me or mimicking my trajectory. Theo and the positive images that we saw on that show presented a model or template for many families. It also provided an alternative narrative for people who had limited exposure to different races, cultures, and backgrounds. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with aspiring to be a successful athlete or entertainer, the family nucleus that Malcom-Jamal Warner was a part of on the show, presented a more realistic pathway or set of opportunities. For many of you reading this piece, The Cosby Show was just another sitcom on television. Others reading this, strongly resonate with the broader significance of the show. Its cultural legacy is secure. A rip currents safety sign at Punta Rassa Park. (Photo by: Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group ... More via Getty Images) Universal Images Group via Getty Images Malcom-Jamal Warner was more than just a character on a show. He was very close to my age and was vacationing with his family. That scenario represents many of us at this time of year. Only months ago, I was on tropical beaches with my family too. As a scientist, I am always distracted during visits to the beach because of my concerns about lightning and rip currents. Over the years, my kids could probably recite my paranoid speeches to them about rip currents. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration website stated, 'Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore. They typically extend from the shoreline, through the surf zone, and past the line of breaking waves. Rip currents can occur at any beach with breaking waves….' A rip current. NOAA Costa Rica, where Warner was reported to be visiting, is known for its rip current hazard. The website noted, '80% of the casualties in the Costa Rican beaches are caused by them…. In the country we find around 600 beaches and only around 30 are really affected by them.' According to The Tico Times , there are four types of rip currents in Costa Rica. A fixed rip current can be found near man-made structures. Flash rip currents are unpredictable, brief and affected by surf conditions, whereas a permanent rip is anchored to river estuaries or structures. A traveling rip current is common at lengthy, open beaches, and they tend to move with the dominant wave direction. A 2015 study of rip current hazards identified meteorological and oceanic conditions often associated with them. One finding is that lower wave height conditions associated with the Pacific-North American (PNA) oscillation can entice swimmers. Anatomy of a rip current. NOAA To survive a rip current NOAA recommends the following steps: Don't panic and exhaust yourself fighting the current. Stay afloat, keep your head above water and yell for help. Swim parallel to shore and try to buy time for a rescue or for the current to break up. Rip currents are typically close to shore but can extend hundreds of yards. Signs of rip currents include places along the beach where waves are not breaking. The NOAA website continued, '…. But instead you see sandy water or the white foam of a current headed back out to sea.' I wrote this essay with a sense of mourning, but like the legacy of Malcom-Jamal Warner, there is hope that it can help someone in the future. THE RESIDENT: Guest star Malcolm-Jamal Warner in the "Rude Awakenings and The Raptor" episode of ... More THE RESIDENT airing Monday, April 30 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (Photo by FOX Image Collection via Getty Images) FOX Image Collection via Getty Images
Forbes
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Women's March Madness Stars Bueckers, Van Lith Outpace Men In Media Buzz
THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON — Episode 2123 — Pictured: Basketball player Paige Bueckers ... More poses backstage on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 — (Photo by: Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images) Now that the 2025 March Madness tournament is in the books, it's pretty clear who's owning the spotlight—and it goes well beyond what happened on the court. The names making the biggest waves right now aren't just raising trophies; they're showing up on late-night talk shows, landing magazine covers, and becoming familiar faces far outside the world of college basketball. Paige Bueckers, Hailey Van Lith have become household names, and their growing presence signals a real shift in how today's stars break into the mainstream. Meanwhile, on the men's side, even standout players like Duke's Cooper Flagg, projected to go No. 1 in the NBA Draft, have been relatively quiet in the post-tournament media cycle. Bueckers and Van Lith, though? They're everywhere. And with the WNBA Draft just around the corner, this moment feels like the launchpad for something even bigger. It's not just their skill sets that set them apart—though there's no shortage of talent. What really makes the difference is how long they've been in the spotlight. A lot of top college players on the men's side jump to the pros after just one season, which doesn't leave much time to build a real connection with fans. Bueckers, Van Lith, and Clark have spent years competing at a high level, building loyal followings, and giving the media time to tell their stories. That kind of sustained presence? It's turning great players into cultural icons. THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON — Episode 2123 — Pictured: (l-r) Host Jimmy Fallon and ... More basketball player Paige Bueckers during a monologue interruption on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 — (Photo by: Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images) Sunday, April 6th, 2025 was a night to remember for Paige Bueckers and the UConn Huskies. They broke a nine-year title drought in spectacular fashion, dominating the reigning champion South Carolina Gamecocks with a commanding 82–59 victory to secure their 12th national championship. Bueckers finished with 17 points, six rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal. She also received the Nancy Lieberman Award for top point guard in women's college basketball and the Wade Trophy as the national player of the year. Bueckers, without a doubt, is projected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA Draft on April 14. But her moment didn't stop there. Just days later, Bueckers brought the trophy with her to The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, where she surprised host Jimmy Fallon in the middle of his monologue. Fallon had just joked about never getting to hold a championship trophy when Bueckers strolled out with it in hand. The audience erupted. Fallon lit up and asked, 'May I?' before proudly holding it up to cheers. It was one of those surreal, joyful TV moments that instantly went viral. On the show, Bueckers reflected on the emotional road that led to the title. 'It was a journey of resilience, of overcoming adversity. I wouldn't trade it for anything,' she said. She even embraced a viral fan theory that UConn's success came from 'the power of friendship.' With a smile, she confirmed, 'It's so accurate. That bond carried us.' PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JULY 18: Hailey Van Lith walks the orange carpet during the 2024 WNBA All-Star ... More Weekend at Phoenix Convention Center on July 18, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Hailey Van Lith has made history in a way no other college player has. She's the first ever, across all of NCAA basketball, to appear in five straight Elite Eights. Her path took her through three schools: Louisville, LSU, and finally TCU, where she capped off her career as Big 12 Player of the Year. At TCU this season, she averaged 20.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. Van Lith is an Olympic medalist too. Van Lith helped Team USA take home bronze in 3x3 basketball at the 2024 Paris Games, rounding out what's already an impressive international career before she even plays a pro game. Van Lith has earned a reputation for delivering in March Madness, consistently rising to the moment when the pressure is highest. This spring, she added a new kind of spotlight to her résumé: cover model. She appears as the digital cover star for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit in the April 2025 issue, presented by Batiste—her first feature in the iconic publication. She joins a short list of standout tournament stars to appear in the Swimsuit Edition, including former LSU star and current Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese in 2023, and former Stanford standout Cameron Brink, the No. 2 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft and now playing for the LA Sparks. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 15: Caitlin Clark arrives prior to the 2024 WNBA Draft at Brooklyn ... More Academy of Music on April 15, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by) Caitlin Clark's story is already legendary. After back-to-back NCAA championship appearances with Iowa in 2023 and 2024, and setting the all-time NCAA scoring record (with 3,951 career points), Clark surpassed Kelsey Plum (3,527 points) and Pete Maravich (3,667 points) to become the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I history, both men's and women's. Her impact hasn't slowed down since college. Most recently, Clark sat down with David Letterman on My Next Guest Needs No Introduction, a Netflix series known for in-depth conversations with hand-picked guests. The episode was filmed at Ball State University and marked another major moment in her fast-rising professional life. During their talk, Clark reflected on the whirlwind: 'Getting to walk out here and people go crazy and are so excited about you, that's pretty awesome. And it's cool to see people wearing my jersey.' That humility is part of what's helped her connect with fans—not just in Iowa or Indiana, but across the country. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 06: Angel Reese attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating "Sleeping Beauties: ... More Reawakening Fashion" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/MG24/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue) Back in January, former LSU star and current Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese made history as the first professional basketball player to appear solo on the cover of American Vogue. Reese first captured national attention by leading LSU to a national championship in 2023, then helped take the Tigers to the Elite Eight in 2024 before falling to Iowa. With a social media following of over 5 million across platforms, she's become one of the most recognizable faces in the game. In that same month, Reese was also featured in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, where she brought her signature confidence and authenticity to the set. 'I am a queen, I am confident, I am strong,' she declared. 'I am who I am.' Her ability to embrace her true self—both on and off the court—is powerful, and a message that continues to resonate with fans everywhere. It's the kind of energy that inspires others to do the same. Atmosphere at the WNBA Draft held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on April 15, 2024 in New York, ... More New York. (Photo by Cora Veltman/Sportico via Getty Images) All eyes now turn to the WNBA Draft on April 14, where Bueckers and Van Lith are expected to be early picks. Both arrive with enormous fanbases, media savvy, and championship experience. They're entering a league that's growing rapidly in viewership, sponsorships, and cultural relevance. What's refreshing about this new era is how much personality, power, and presence these stars bring—on and off the court. They're breaking records, winning championships, appearing on late-night TV, and landing magazine covers. They're inspiring kids, engaging new fans, and making sure the excitement of March Madness doesn't end when the final buzzer sounds. Basketball stardom doesn't have just one look anymore, and that's a win for everyone.
