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Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Never Mind The Buzzcocks star quits after four years as replacement confirmed
Daisy May Cooper has stepped down from her starring role on a hit TV show after four years and her replacement has been announced It's been almost a decade since Daisy May Cooper found fame alongside her brother Charlie Cooper when they created the hit sitcom This Country. And since then, Daisy has gone on to even further success with Am I Being Unreasonable? whilst also making appearances on shows such as The Masked Singer and Ru Paul's Drag Race. Since 2021, she has acted as Team Captain on Never Mind the Buzzcocks and featured alongside the likes of host Greg Davies, and Noel Fielding has appeared as a fellow team captain. But whilst her co-stars have all been confirmed to have signed on for the next series of Sky's music-themed comedy panel game show, Daisy has quit and will be replaced by Sophie Wilan for series five, who previously stepped in when the comedienne was on maternity leave. Jamali Maddix will be coming back as a regular panellist and the series, which was revived by Sky in 2021 following a near-20-year run on BBC Two, will feature themes such as the nineties, noughties, as well as girl bands, boy bands and rock groups when its latest batch of episodes airs this autumn. Viewers can also expect to see a host of celebrity guests taking part when the cult classic returns to screens for its latest outing. It comes after Gary Lineker 'signs a huge deal with ITV to host new show' after BBC exit. Director of Sky Arts and Entertainment, Phil Edgar-Jones said: "It's the starriest line-up you could hope for this year on Buzzcocks with something to satisfy every musical taste from the nineties through the noughties via boy and girl bands right to the present day. Throw in a healthy dose of unpredictability and mad comedy and you'd get the perfect fourth album." Daisy's Buzzcocks axing comes after she reportedly stepped down from Celebrity Traitors, which is also set to air in the autumn. A source said at the time: 'It's caused producers a real headache as it's so close to filming. "They'd banked on Daisy and Charlie being TV gold so it's disappointing they won't be a part of the first Celebrity Traitors. They're hilarious and brilliant on telly together - plus being brother and sister would have brought a really interesting element to the series.' Away from the world of showbiz, the BAFTA-winning actress welcomed baby Benji with partner Anthony Huggins, 45, in June. She also has Pip, six, and Jack, three, from a previous relationship. Charlie, 35, has two children with his wife Leighanne. Daisy and Will Weston married in The Cotswolds in September 2019, and they have two children together, whom they are "both devoted parents" to. However, they decided to part ways in 2021 after the Covid-19 lockdown "shone a spotlight" on their marital difficulties. Daisy, 38, is now in a relationship with her new partner, Anthony Huggins, who is Benji's father. The couple met on dating app Hinge in December 2021 and welcomed their child a year ago. When her youngest son was born, Daisy announced the news via Instagram and detailed how the little one arrived earlier than planned, penning: "You came a bit earlier than we expected and gave me the worst post op constipation that I nearly had to phone the Samaritans but my god you are perfect. "I cannot thank @deliverysuitegrh enough. The way you looked after us through such a scary time was above and beyond." Daisy's pregnancy was announced in March last year when she and Anthony packed on PDA while shopping for baby clothes in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. The couple held hands when they stepped out for a spot of shopping, with the actress's bump on full display in a figure-hugging all-black look. The pair could barely keep their hands off one another while making the most of the sunny weather, and Daisy was seen heartily laughing as they went about their day. At the time, a source said: "Daisy is pregnant and is really excited to become a mum for the third time with her new partner. The pair have been going strong, so the addition of a baby will only bring them closer together." Then earlier this year, the couple sparked engagement rumours after Daisy was spotted wearing a diamond rock on her ring finger. Speculation that Anthony had popped the question began in February when Daisy was promoting her BBC series Am I Being Unreasonable? on her Instagram Stories and referred to Anthony as her "fiancé" for the first time. In a clip, she jested that her "fit fiancé and baby daddy" would make an appearance on screen.
Metro
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Daisy May Cooper makes shock exit from ITV series before second series
ITV has revealed that Daisy May Cooper will not be returning for the second series of one of their most popular game shows. Hosted by Stephen Mangan, Password sees team captains Daisy and Alan Carr team up with a civilian contestant to win a £10,000 prize. Each captain is given a secret word in the show – the password – which their teammate then has to guess based on a one-word clue. However, according to reports, neither Daisy or Alan will be returning to the gameshow, which comes from the makers of Britain's Got Talent and QI. A source told The Sun: 'Password did brilliantly on its first outing and it's always a shame to make changes, but Alan and Daisy are both incredibly busy and diaries just wouldn't align. 'Something had to give and sadly it was their roles as team captains. 'But there's an exciting line-up of celebs ready to take part instead, and everyone's confident that the format works without them.' This comes after Daisy, along with her This Country co-star and brother Charlie, revealed they would not be featuring in the upcoming Celebrity Traitors. The duo pulled out of the show just weeks before filming, according to the Mirror. It is believed that both actors decided they did not want to be away from their young families. In July last year, it was also revealed that Daisy would not be returning for the next series of Never Mind The Buzzcocks. The 37-year-old This Country star joined as team captain opposite Noel Fielding when Sky brought back the iconic 1990s music quiz in 2021, but she was replaced for the revival's upcoming fourth run. Following its debut on television in September last year, Password was met with mixed reviews from the public. Taking to X during the show to vent their frustrations, viewers pointed out a major flaw in the show's format. Unfortunately for eager participants at home, they were prevented from playing along when the password was announced by a voiceover as the round began. Writing on X, user originalfran blasted: 'Why ask if we can guess the #Password when some guy announces it at the beginning of each round, then you show it on screen??? What's the point in this show if we can't play along at home?' More Trending Queenie_2312 agreed: 'When we filmed the #Password pilot, the password was only shown to the audience and not said out loud, they should of kept that format as you can't play along as an audience member at home when the password is being said out loud'. The reactions weren't all bad, though, as a handful of viewers did warm to the concept. ThisIsMeUK1 said during the launch: 'Been looking forward to this sooooo much!!!' Metro has contacted Daisy and Alan's representatives and ITV for comment. View More » Password is available to watch on ITV and ITVX. 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. MORE: Vanessa Feltz guest apologises after 'disgraceful' remarks spark almost 2,000 complaints MORE: Wincey Willis, ITV's first female weather presenter, dies aged 76 MORE: Netflix drops every episode of 'suspense-filled' period drama with Line of Duty star
Daily Mail
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Daisy May Cooper surprises fans as she reveals her real legal name in throwback photo to celebrate her son Benji's first birthday
Daisy May Cooper stunned fans as she revealed her legal name, while sharing a throwback snap to celebrate her son's first birthday. The actress, 38, took to her Instagram Stories on Friday to mark it being a year since she and partner Anthony Huggins welcomed son, Benji, by sharing a photo of her hospital chart from the birth. Over the top, she penned: '1 year ago today at 03.04am we welcomed our baby boy into the world'. But as well as listing the medical details, timings and staff, the photo revealed that the comedian was legally called Daisy May Weston, not Cooper as fans know her. Weston is the surname of her ex-husband Will, with it appeared that Daisy has retained the legal name despite their split four years ago. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Daisy and Will were married from September 2019 to July 2021 and share two children together, daughter Pip, seven, and son Jack, four. Daisy admitted their relationship hadn't been working for around three years, but they only split shortly after Jack was born, after she read about a woman who felt as if she had become 'trapped' by marriage. Speaking about their split in 2022, the This Country star gushed that Will is 'amazing' and an 'incredible' father but admitted lockdown 'shone a spotlight' on their marital difficulties. She explained how they both realised that 'there wasn't real love there' and that they had felt pressure to get married and settle down once they reached their thirties. While becoming friends with Selin Hizli, an old adversary from drama school, made her realise she needed to leave her marriage as their platonic love for each other helped Daisy to realise what 'real love' was and that 'life's too short' not to be happy. Following their split, Daisy briefly dated Ryan Weymouth, but the pair parted ways in May 2022 after a whirlwind five-month romance. She went on to find love with current partner, Anthony, who she met on the dating app Hinge. A DJ on the Bristol night scene who plays club shows under the moniker Fuse One, Anthony also has two children from a previous relationship. The couple welcomed their son Benji in June last year, but went through a 'scary time' as their little boy was born seven weeks premature. Announcing his birth at the time, Daisy shared a heartbreaking video of her being pushed by a nurse into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where she broke down in tears when she saw her little one. The mother-of-three was seen crying 'hi bubba' as she reached into his incubator to touch him, and captioned the clip: 'You came a bit earlier than we expected and gave me the worst post op constipation that I nearly had to phone the Samaratins but my God you are perfect. 'I cannot thank @deliverysuitegrh enough. The way you looked after us through such a scary time was above and beyond. You are all bloody superstars. I am so blessed. Welcome to the world little Benji, ya nutter Born 06/06/24.' Despite Benji making a full recovery, Daisy has admitted the 'terrible and scary' childbirth experience has made her not want any more children. She told Closer in October: 'No way. Oh my God, it was terrible. It was so scary having him seven weeks premature. 'I don't think I've quite processed it. It's one of those things that five years down the line I'll think... "F***, how did we get through that?"' The TV star admitted that the little one is 'fine now' but jokingly called him a 'miserable b******'. Meanwhile, she has sparked engagement rumours with Anthony, after flashing a glitzy diamond ring during a loved-up outing together in March. Daisy wore the ring on her wedding ringer, underneath where she got the name of her ex-boyfriend Ryan tattooed, before covering it up with a new floral inking. She also appeared to let slip the news in a post on Instagram Stories, where she referred to Anthony as 'her fiancé'. In a video promoting her BBC series Am I Being Unreasonable?, Daisy told fans her 'fit fiancé and baby daddy' Anthony would make a cameo in the show. While in February, sources revealed the couple had taken the next step in their relationship and are set to tie the knot after secretly getting engaged. An insider told The Sun: 'Daisy and Anthony are madly in love with each other and are a success story for dating apps. 'Their relationship has gone from strength to strength and already have a baby boy together. 'It felt the natural step for them both, and their friends and family are made up for them.'
Daily Mirror
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Daisy May Cooper shares her 'real name' in sweet social media post
In a post marking her son Benji's first birthday this week, Daisy May Cooper seemingly revealed that her legal surname is still the same as her ex-husband, Will Weston Daisy May Cooper has seemingly shared her real legal name as she posted a sweet throwback photo on social media. The actress and writer, who won the 2018 BAFTA TV Award for Best Female Comedy Performance for playing Kerry Mucklowe in the BBC Three series This Country, has always been known by the surname Cooper since rising to fame. However, in a post shared this week, she revealed that her surname is actually Weston. The photo, shared by Daisy on her Instagram Stories on Friday, is an image of her hospital visit on June 6, 2024, when she gave birth to her son Benji. She wrote: "1 year ago today at 03.04am we welcomed our baby boy into the world." In the snap, her full name is written as Daisy May Weston - the surname of her ex-husband, Will Weston. The pair married in The Cotswolds in September 2019 and they share to children to whom they are "both devoted parents". However, they decided to part ways in 2021 after the Covid-19 lockdown "shone a spotlight" on their marital difficulties. Daisy, 38, is now in a relationship with her new partner, Anthony Huggins, who is Benji's father. The couple met on dating app Hinge in December 2021 and welcomed their child a year ago. When her youngest son was born, Daisy announced the news via Instagram and detailed how the little one arrived earlier than planned, penning: "You came a bit earlier than we expected and gave me the worst post op constipation that I nearly had to phone the Samaritans but my god you are perfect. "I cannot thank @deliverysuitegrh enough. The way you looked after us through such a scary time was above and beyond." Daisy's pregnancy was announced in March last year when she and Anthony packed on PDA while shopping for baby clothes in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. The couple held hands when they stepped out for a spot of shopping, with the actress' bump on full display in a figure-hugging all-black look. The pair could barely keep their hands off one another while making the most of the sunny weather, and Daisy was seen heartily laughing as they went about their day. At the time, a source said: "Daisy is pregnant and is really excited to become a mum for the third time with her new partner. The pair have been going strong, so the addition of a baby will only bring them closer together." Then earlier this year, the couple sparked engagement rumours after Daisy was spotted wearing a diamond rock on her ring finger. Speculation that Anthony had popped the question began in February when Daisy was promoting her BBC series Am I Being Unreasonable? on her Instagram Stories and referred to Anthony as her "fiancé" for the first time. In a clip, she jested that her "fit fiancé and baby daddy" would make an appearance on screen. It was reported at the beginning of the year that Daisy and Anthony were happily engaged and "over the moon" with the news after a secret proposal. A source told The Sun at the time: "Daisy and Anthony are madly in love with each other and are a success story for dating apps. Their relationship has gone from strength to strength and already have a baby boy together." In addition to son Benji, Daisy shares children Pip, five, and Jack, three, with her ex Will. After their break-up, Daisy admitted to The Times: "Will is amazing, an incredible, incredible dad - but fundamentally, there wasn't real love there, I don't think there ever was, really." She went on to reveal that the lockdown "shone a spotlight" on their marital difficulties" and that she needed to be by herself after the strains of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Metro
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Daisy May Cooper reveals 'real name' in adorable throwback snap
Daisy May Cooper is known for her comedic prowess and instantly recognisable name, but turns out that's not her real name anymore. The This Country star shared a throwback snap, celebrating the first birthday of her baby boy, Benji. On her Instagram story, Daisy May, 38, posted a picture of the hospital board with her full legal name. '1 year ago today at 03.04am we welcomed our baby boy into the world,' she wrote with 'Thursday 6 6 2924' written below. Written clearly as the patient's name was Daisy May Weston, the surname of her ex, Will Weston, who she wed in 2019. It seems, while she uses her maiden name professionally, the Am I Being Unreasonable? actress has kept her ex's last name. The pair split in 2021 and she is now with Anthony Huggins, who is the father of little baby Benji. She also has two other children; Pip, five, and Jack, three, from her relationship with Will. Daisy May met Anthony on Hinge and are 'madly in love', with the star referring to him as her fiancé in February. A source said: 'Daisy and Anthony are madly in love with each other and are a success story for dating apps. 'Their relationship has gone from strength to strength and already have a baby boy together.' They added to The Sun: 'It felt the natural step for them both, and their friends and family are made up for them.' Daisy herself told Katie Price on the reality star's podcast: 'I'm with the same guy I've been with for a year and he's so f*****g good for me. More Trending 'He's so calming and it's made me realise that I can actually be a f*****g good partner, if I have a nice partner in return, if he's not trying to f*****g control me, or compete with me or put me down.' Benji arrived early, in what Daisy called 'a scary time' with the tot believed to have spent some time in the NICU (neonatal intensive care ward). The happy couple shared snaps of their newborn, one in Anthony's arms and one in an incubator. View More » Cooper is Daisy May's maiden name and her professional, working name, having risen to fame in mockumentary-style sitcom This Country with her brother Charlie Cooper. 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.
