Television & radioInterviewLucifer's Tom Ellis: 'I don't mind being remembered as Miranda's boyfriend'Stuart HeritageAs the fifth season of the Netflix smash begins, the actor talks about what he calls ‘the Lazarus of TV shows’, his desire to return to theatre and missing his kids in lockdown
Tom Ellis is waiting. The coronavirus shut down production of his TV series Lucifer. He is recovering from surgery following some sort of food reaction – he won’t be drawn on details, saying only: “I have a beef with beef. Read More...
Groot, Beaker and Maggie Simpson – people of few words. Photograph: Allstar/RexGroot, Beaker and Maggie Simpson – people of few words. Photograph: Allstar/RexShortcutsFilmThe Angry Birds movie features Sean Penn as a bird who does little but growl – but it’s just the latest in a long line of laconic film and TV roles
Sean Penn is one of the defining actors of our generation. A two-time Oscar-winner, his presence alone can add nuance and gravitas to the lightest of projects. Read More...
Steven GerrardAs a big-name appointment, the former Liverpool midfielder has been given more time than most – but patience is limited
After a fine start in Saudi Arabia, Steven Gerrard is in trouble at Al-Ettifaq. The former Liverpool captain hit the ground running in the east of the country with five wins from the first seven games in the Saudi Pro League, but the Dammam club have not won in the last eight and, amid a six-week Asian Cup-induced break, the pressure is on. Read More...