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Viewers were horrified by Auzzy Blood’s audition during the launch of Britain’s Got Talent’s new series on the weekend.

Some viewers found the sword swallower’s trickry to be unsettling, despite the real name Austin Punton. In one section of the audition, he had to put a hook through his mouth and through his nose. Since then, Ofcom has received complaints about the act.

However, three of the ITV show’s judges approved of Auzzy, who has previously appeared on television and auditioned for America’s Got Talent, in the final round of the competition. Simon Cowell said that it was one of his “favourite” acts from that day’s auditions in his feedback.

Auzzy wore face paint and makeup, which included highlights of red on his forehead and around his eyes for the recent BGT audition. In addition, he was seen in his long-running character in black lipstick.

Away from his on-stage persona, Auzzy looks quite different. Although many of the act’s Instagram photos show him sporting a similar makeup for other roles, some off-screen scenes reveal him without makeup. They include information from his partner’s various vacations.

In a photo released on the platform prior to the episode’s scheduled release on Saturday night, Auzzy had showcased his outfit for the audition. Alongside the teaser photos, he wrote: “Guess what my freaky friends? You can watch my freaky face enthral the judges this Saturday on @bgt and watch it on Saturday. He then added in the caption: “You won’t wanna miss this one, I think I finally won over]Simon] with this performance”.

ITV viewers watched Auzzy audition shortly after the first episode of BGT’s new series. The other three judges were more impressed and let him proceed in any case despite the fact that Lesha Dixon had to press her red buzzer during the audition. Alesha said: “I can’t watch this act but I appreciate how good you are”. She later added: “I’m on the fence with you”.

Simon however said: “No one’s ever seen this before. This was one of my favourite acts of the day, genuinely”. Whilst Bruno Tonioli commented: “It’s almost like watching a new art form”. And, providing the final vote in his favour, Amanda Holden said: “For me, it was horrifically brilliant”. She continued to make fun of her by saying, “I’m going to say because I’m afraid to say no.”

The new series of Britain’s Got Talent continues on ITV, ITVX, STV and STV Player on Saturday night from 7pm.

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According to a statement from his family, Henry Kelly, the creator of TV shows like Going for Gold and Game for a Laugh, has passed away at the age of 78.

The Irish radio and TV star was born on April 17, 1946, in Ireland, and went on to have a huge career in showbiz from the 1980s onwards.

“Henry will be sorely missed by his friends and family, including his partner Karolyn Shindler, their son Alexander, Henry’s daughter Siobhan and her mother Marjorie”, his family wrote in the statement. The family added that the star “died peacefully” on Tuesday “after a period of ill health”.

After graduating from University College Dublin, Kelly began writing for The Irish Times and authoring a book about the subject. He quickly grew his career and began a new challenge, joining the BBC to work for Radio 4.

In 1980, the talented journalist transitioned to TV and entertainment and began presenting Game for a Laugh on ITV the following year. He returned to the BBC to host Going for Gold from 1987 to 1996, where he later joined Good Morning Britain in 1983.

Kelly also worked for a number of other stations to become a very well-known voice in the country. The star worked on Classic FM, the Breakfast Show, LBC’s Drivetime, BBC Radio London, and BBC Radio Berkshire – working in the final role until 2015.

Kelly’s work took him from Ireland to London, where he lived in Hampstead until his death. With his wife Karolyn Shindler, the actor and her two adult children were separated.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, fans were devastated to learn of Kelly’s loss. One fan wrote, “It’s heartbreaking to learn about Henry Kelly’s passing. He was a lovely man who sent condolences to his family and friends. RIP Henry.”

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After a “magical” escapade in South Africa, Dianne Buswell bids her long-suffering boyfriend Joe Sugg a sweet yet hilarious farewell.

Earlier this month, Dianne jetted off for some downtime post-her latest Strictly affair. She took time off with Joe and her family, who flew in from Australia, after winning an emotional victory on BBC One’s dance floor alongside comedian Chris McCausland in the 2024 series.

She returned to stun audiences with her Strictly Live tour, which officially launched 2025. After the stunning performances were over, Joe and I took a plane to South Africa to attend a friend’s wedding. Before the grand celebration, they got to soak in the stunning vistas.

Dianne shared images from an early morning safari where followers viewed a sunrise over the Western Cape, leading to encounters with nature’s giants, including a majestic elephant sighting. The virtual safari continued, featuring giraffes and rhinos, enchanting followers with posts captioned: “The most magical experience #safari #southafrica @sanbonasafari #sanbonawildlifereserve”., reports the Manchester Evening News.

Dianne Buswell recently reflected on her magical travels following the wedding, describing the ceremony as “beautiful” and flooding her Instagram with photos of her in a vibrant maxi dress during the post-nuptials. The photos included moments of the couple horse riding, kayaking, and soaking up Cape Town’s charm.

Later, Dianne disclosed that they were venturing separately, with her now landing in Brisbane. Joe mimes his ideal woman, who gets his humor, in a humorous TikTok she shared. As they parted ways, Joe began to lark around at a window in absurd footage. A heart and a cry-laughing emoji were used to wrap up the caption, which Dianne gave as “This is how he said goodbye to me.”

Her caption also added: “Saying goodbye in our own little way]crying laughing and red heart emojis]. Miss him already”!. When he and Dianne met while he was on Strictly, the two started dating in 2018 and have a romantic relationship. They emigrated together exactly a year later, before committing to buying their own home in 2021.

She recently criticised Joe’s relationship with her fans for sending her invasive messages. She shared a screenshot of a message she received, which read: “Can’t believe you’re the only one who still hasn’t got kids yet your parents must be proud of your brothers for working and giving them grandchilden”.

Dianne responded: “Wasn’t going to post this. However, I’ve recently been receiving a lot of messages [sic] about very sensitive matters! So I wanted to just “remind the internet to really think before commenting on someone else’s life” or sending an SMS.

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Conan O’Brien, a late-night talk show host for the 97th Academy Awards, will be hosting the Oscars for the first time just days after a personal tragedy, which will take place on Sunday in Los Angeles.

The comedian, 61, sadly lost both of his parents in December of last year for three days. His father, Dr Thomas O’Brien, died on December 9 at the age of 95, while his 92 year old mother, Ruth Reardon O’Brien, passed away three days later at her home in Massachusetts. Her obituary read: “O’Brien, Ruth Reardon of Brookline passed away peacefully on December 12th, 2024, at age 92. Beloved wife of sixty-six years to Thomas Francis O’Brien, M. D., who passed away on December 9th, 2024”.

In a heartfelt Boston Globe interview the same day, Conan defended his father, saying, “Science has said there’s no such thing as perpetual motion, but my father was proof that that was wrong.

He recalled his father’s laughter as the loudest he’d ever heard, especially after seeing Peter Sellers in a Pink Panther film, and said, “For the rest of my time on earth, I will be hearing from people who want to talk with me about my dad.” I’ve never met anyone like him, and he happens to be my father. If I met him randomly in a hotel lobby, I’d think: ‘ Who the hell is this guy? He’s the most interesting person I’ve ever met'”.

Conan previously made up a hilarious story about his mother not recognising Jim Carrey at a Christmas party. Conan stated on Ryan Tubridy’s Virgin Radio show in 2024, “Years and years ago, I had a Christmas party at my house. You know, Jim Carrey was coming off of his fourth major hit movie at the height of his mania. “Everywhere Jim Carrey went, there was a riot,” he said.

“Out of the corner of my eye, I see my mother having a long chat with Jim Carrey, and I got nervous. When the party was over, I said: ‘ Mom, what were you talking to that man about? ‘ And she said: ‘ Oh… he told me that he’s a comedian, and I told him: ‘ Well my son’s had his difficulties but he just keeps at it, and eventually made it. So if you just keep at it Jim, you’re gonna make it too’. And I said to her, “Mom, I want you to go home to Boston and tell everyone you told Jim Carrey to keep at it”!

Conan’s parents married in 1958, and dad Thomas trained at Harvard Medical School, becoming the institution’s first director of the infectious diseases division. Before he retired in 2019, at the age of 90, he worked as a doctor and professor for more than 60 years.

Ruth Conan’s mother, one of only four women, was a member of Conan’s mother’s Yale Law School legal team, joining the Boston firm where she previously worked as a partner. The couple had six children including Conan, along with Neal, Jane, Justin, Kate and Luke.

Conan took over as Late Night’s host in 1993 after beginning his writing career for programs like Saturday Night Live and The Simpsons. Jimmy Kimmel will take over the Emmy Awards and MTV Movie Awards as host of the Oscars on Sunday, replacing him with Jimmy Kimmel, who did so in 2024.

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Ninja has reduced the price of its “compact” air fryer if you haven’t yet jumped on the air fryer bandwagon or need to replace your current kitchen appliance. The good news doesn’t end there, though, as the retailer claims the Ninja Air Fryer AF100UK will also save you ‘ up to 55% on your energy bill’.

Some customers have already purchased the air fryer, which has proven to be effective in lowering their electricity bills and lowering fuel costs. The Ninja air fryer is currently available for $78.

With little to no oil, air fryers can cook a wide range of foods quickly and simply. They cook ‘ up to 50% faster than ovens ‘ and produce ‘ up to 75% less fat ‘ than traditional frying methods, making them a healthier alternative.

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The Ninja Air Fryer AF100UK has a 3.8L basket and offers four cooking functions, air fry, roast, dehydrate and reheat. To date, over 1,300 customers have reviewed the product, with a remarkable average of 4.8 out of 5.

One satisfied customer declared, “My first air fryer so far, and I’m pleased with it. Ideal for a small kitchen with limited space because it is compact and doesn’t take up too much room on the worktop. Two people can fit in comfortably. Relatively quiet when in action”.

A second commented: “This is the very first air fryer I have ever used. Because I’m in my 70s, I adore it, and anyone can use it with ease. My son gave it to me as a Christmas present, and I really like how it works. He was more interested in assisting me in lowering my fuel costs, which is both excellent and the food tastes fantastic using my air fryer.

Sadly one Ninja shopper was left unimpressed, as they explained: “No where near as good as the Tefal air fryer, as it doesn’t rotate the food. No matter how much your shake chips/roast potatoes, it doesn’t cook them evenly”.

Someone else, however, was delighted with their purchase, as their five-star review reads: “This is my first air fryer… It’s smaller than I thought but plenty of room for my needs. I started cooking sausages wrapped in foil, salmon fillets wrapped in foil, and jacket potatoes wrapped in foil for only ten minutes before letting the food cook.

I like that the food comes in without having to bake for 15 minutes. This month’s electricity bill will be lower than I’m anticipating. As time goes on, I’ll start cooking more. It’s exciting. “

While the sale is ongoing, you can purchase the Ninja Air Fryer AF100UK right here for £78. Tefal’s Easy Fry Dual Air Fryer is currently discounted by £60 if you’re looking for a bigger air fryer. The 8.3L capacity gadget has two baskets and is now £129.99, down from £189.99.

The Russell Hobbs Compact Rapid Digital Air Fryer is currently available for 20% off on Amazon for those looking for a more affordable option. It has a 3.5L capacity drawer and is now £39.99 (RRP £49.99).

Fans of the Gloucester Festival are hoping to find a band who can “nailed on” at Worthy Farm.

Fans have been rumor-tagging each other online about who might make the lineup despite only being confirmed for Neil Young, Rod Stewart, Nile Rodgers, and Chic.

After some people convinced themselves that the band would headline the festival in the next two years, a legendary Sheffield band might be playing this year.

Users on the Reddit thread for the GlastonburyFestival were surprised to learn that Pulp hasn’t performed at the festival since their 2011 reunion, which has raised hopes for a headline slot this time.

One Redditor wrote: “Pulp in the mix? A lot of UK dates in the run-up to Glastonbury, including a big one in Sheffield on the 25th? Over the weekend, I’d like to see them. Make it happen, I say”.

Fans were unwavering in their support for Pulp, the band’s creators of songs like Common People and Do You Remember the First Time. One wrote: “I’d bloody love a bit of Pulp me”.

Another, slightly less certain but still holding out hope, commented: “If it was any other band, I’d think they’re 100% on the lineup, but I thought they’d be nailed on for the last two years as well! Hopefully, they’ll return someday.

Jarvis Cocker and his other band, Jarv Is, last performed on the festival stage in 2022. For their “Evermore” tour that ran through 2023 and 2024, band members Adam Betts, Andrew McKinney, and Emma Smith were present.

Some fans are hoping that the “more” announcement Pulp posted next to their 2018 tour dates makes an appearance at Glastonbury concerts, while others think it might serve as a teaser for a new album. Late last year, the band and Rough Trade Records made several new songs for the North American leg of their tour.

One fan speculated: “Reckon the ‘ More ‘ is an album – but you’d have to believe they’ve been talked to about Glastonbury. None on next year, do it Jarvis”! Another chimed in: “Pulp SO SO GOOD live. A secret gig at Park Stage was the last time I saw them.

One of Pulp’s first reunion performances in 2011 was reportedly a secret gig that one performer admits they sadly slept through.

They shared: “I missed this by minutes. One of my biggest ever Glasto regrets. It was my first one, in fairness, but I’d been awake from 6am Tuesday to 3pm Thursday (bad move! For the next few days, my body and brain were covered in the gaff. had set a alarm before playing Pulp until midnight.

Some people think Pulp are “nailed on” playing the festival, despite having previously performed on the Pyramid Stage twice, once in 1995 as a last-minute replacement for The Stone Roses and once more in 1998.

One wrote: “Yeah I think they are nailed on to be honest. It’s obvious Glasto-goers want to see them, it just didn’t stack the last two years due to other commitments. They will want to be there this year, according to me as the fallow year approaches.