Archive August 28, 2025

The legendary singers reunite in Apple TV’s KPOPPED

Apple TV is set to host an unexpected Spice Girls reunion in its new competition show.

KPOPPED, which lands on the streamer on Friday (August 29), follows iconic Western musicians as they reimagine their hit songs in the style of South Korean pop music.

The stars are paired up with a Korean group and sent off to rehearse for a final performance, which will be judged by a Seoul-based audience.

The synopsis reads: “This energetic music series, starring PSY and Megan Thee Stallion, features surprising collaborations and behind-the-scenes moments of connection from iconic Western artists and top K-pop idols while they create genre-blending covers of their biggest hits.”

While PSY and Megan Thee Stallion are pegged as the stars of the show, the series also features Spice Girls legends Mel B or and Emma Bunton.

The duo will compete in episode two, where they team up with Korean girl group Itzy to reimagine their hit singles ‘ Wannabe ‘ and ‘ Say You’ll Be There. ‘

Alongside a modern performance of these chart-toppers, viewers will also be treated to behind-the-scenes footage of Emma and Mel as they prepare for the final battle.

But the celebrity appearances don’t stop there, KPOPPED also features fellow pop icon Kylie Minogue, R&amp, B star Patti Labelle and rapper Vanilla Ice.

Other musicians taking the stage include Kesha, Eve, J Balvin, TLC, Boy George, Jess Glynne, Ava Max, and Boyz II Men.

As for the K-Pop groups, BILLIE, Itzy, KEP1ER, JO1, Ateez, STAYC, Kiss of Life, and Blackswan are all on the line-up.

As viewers gear up for the series premiere, many have taken to social media to gush about its star-studded cast.

Taking to the trailer video’s YouTube comments, one person penned: “IT’S SOOOO INSANE to see Boys to Men, Kylie, Megan and Spice Girls, legends that have directly inspire K-pop be finally put together in a show with live K-pop performers!”

Someone else gushed: “The show hasn’t even come out yet, but I already think it deserves another season”.

A third fan said: “Never have I ever imagined Megan, Billie, Spice girls will do a show with K-pop groups! I’m happy for Blackswan they’re underrated! Good luck with Kep1er, Itzy &amp, and Ateez! It will be ICONIC, I predict.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden has issues a desperate plea to her followers after her latest hospital appointment where her ‘heart sank’

Amy Dowden has shared a poignant update two years after her cancer diagnosis after recently admitting that she is now happier and healthier than ever after beating the disease.

The professional dancer, 34, was diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2023 after she discovered a lump in her breast in April, just before her honeymoon. She sought medical advice upon her return, leading to the diagnosis.

The much-loved BBC star then received the “no evidence of disease” news from her doctors in February 2024, following a health check after her cancer treatment.

Sharing an update with her fans on Thursday, the Strictly Come Dancing professional took to her Instagram stories to admit that her ‘heart sank’ at her latest hospital appointment before issuing a plea to all of her followers.

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Amy appeared on camera with a bare-face and wearing a striped pink jumper while sitting in her car. Speaking to the camera, she said: “Good morning all. I wanted to just come on my stories and firstly just say hello, but I have just literally finished my appointment and as always, it’s so lovely to see the wonderful Sheldon unit.

“As I always say, they are real life superheroes. Everybody is who works on that department. I went in and I asked how it’s been in there and they all said that it’s been ridiculously busy. And my heart just sank for them because that means that more people are needing treatment and more people are being diagnosed with cancer.

“My heart…just absolutely sank. It had me feeling low but then I realised just how important it is to raise awareness and to share my story. And to remember that if you’re not checking yourself, who is? And early diagnosis can save lives.”

Amy pleaded with her followers: “Please, please, make sure you’re looking after yourself and you know your own body better than anyone else does.

“If you feel different or like something is not right, please get it checked out by a GP. I am just in awe of all the people that work on that unit, they work so, so, hard.”

In a recent Instagram post reflecting on her diagnosis, Amy sent an inspirational message to her followers while she was enjoying some time away on holidays with her twin sister Becky. The Strictly Come Dancing star wrote: “Some much-needed twin time.

“We had the perfect little escape – full of sunshine, sangria, beach days, rooftop swims, incredible food, and most importantly, proper quality time together,” she wrote.

Amy went on: “After my cancer diagnosis, I promised my family (and myself) that I’d take more downtime. I used to live life at 100mph, saying yes to everything and everyone. But cancer shifts your perspective.

“This year I’ve been incredibly lucky with new job opportunities which have been full on but so rewarding and I can’t wait to share all to you very soon. So having time to slow down isn’t just okay – it’s essential.

“These past few days have been the perfect reset and I’m heading into the new season feeling recharged, happy, stronger, and HEALTHIER than ever.”

If you have been affected by this story, advice and support can be found at Breast Cancer Support.

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