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Johnny Rotten, a punk rock star, has revealed he wants to date Taylor Swift despite the Swift fans’ harsh criticism of the “incredibly dull” singer.

Sex Pistols legend Johnny Rotten – famed for albums like Never Mind the B******* – wants to duet with squeaky clean billionaire singer Taylor Swift.

His surprising revelation comes just months after he triggered a social media backlash from Swifties after calling Taylor “incredibly dull”. According to Rotten, the lead singer of Public Image Ltd. (PiL), who is now known as John Lydon, she is “one of those people that ends up in Vegas.”

In a ‘swift’ reverse ferret, 69-year-old Lydon now tells The Mirror : “Those that do that (kind of music) like Taylor, they do it very well. There was a period in music about 10 years ago when they were really out to kind of get her. I just thought all the boyfriends she dissed (on her songs), she deserves a go at me. Imagine that duet?

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I once performed a Kate Bush duet; I adore Heathcliff. She wanted to do a song with me, and I wrote a song called Bird in Hand. Canoe trips to the Amazon, saving parrots, and releasing them in Florida were the goals. She said, “I can’t sing that,” and she was right. F*ck off. ‘ Although it wasn’t exactly what she meant, it did.

John, who as well as insulting Taylor Swift in February had a dig at Lady Gaga, saying about her: “I don’t feel any soul,” rose to fame as one of the main agitators in the Punk Rock movement of the 1970s and 1980s.

Famously banned from the BBC when The Sex Pistols dissed the Queen with their single God Save The Queen, with lyrics like “she ain’t no human being,” he has made more surprising revelations about his musical mentors.

He says:” The band who influenced me the most were Slade. The New York Dolls and Patti Smith? No, don’t bother with your beard and moustache. But Slade and The Ballroom Blitz, Elton John with Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting. Is that bad, Watford fans, is that not?

The Rolling Stones are also my favorites. Yes, I have slagged off the Stones in the past. Not, why? We are all envious of Mick Jagger’s sputtering rubber lips, don’t we? But songs like Street Fighting Man and Sympathy for the Devil – you can’t knock them. More than enough cattle can be produced if someone releases one excellent song. How do I approach music in that manner. I copy none of it. I’m not required to.

Fans will be able to get more of John, his music and, most likely, his controversial views, when Public Image Ltd kick off their 40 date tour – titled This Is Not The Last Tour – in Bristol on May 22. Before traveling to Europe, they will be playing shows all over the country.

Following the tragic passing of his wife, German publishing heiress Nora Forster, who passed away in April 2023 after a five-year battle with Alzheimer’s, John is making a comeback.

Up until her death, John – who was married to Nora for 44 years – acted as her carer at the couple’s home in Malibu, California. Before The Sex Pistols made a big-money move, they first met at Vivienne Westwood’s punk label Sex in 1975.

And John says his own battle with meningitis, aged seven, when he spent several months in a coma and did not recognise his parents once he regained consciousness, helped him to care for her.

When she got Alzheimer’s, John says, “I remember her because I had meningitis and she had meningitis.” You were unable to fully connect everything. At the time, the hospital told my mum and dad not to mollycoddle me, and things would come back. I found myself in my own way, despite the fact that it initially seemed cruel. They could have given me the best gift, in my opinion.

” That memory loss, when Nora was going through that with Alzheimer’s, I could look back on that and think ‘ Wow, that served a purpose. ‘ Don’t squander life experiences because they might come back and be useful. Nora got it, and that helped no end when they had to deal with her, like not asking her any questions. It would snap in her head and the memory would come back in her head on its own.

I had meningitis and that sense of accomplishment. Your memories did indeed return with meningitis, but those of poor Nora would fade and deteriorate as they did.

John’s recovery from his employment with PiL has helped him deal with Nora’s passing, which was followed by John “Rambo” Stevens, his manager and best friend, who passed away suddenly in December of this year, at the age of just 66.

The double tragedy rocked his world, but John says having a sense of humour helps him when it comes to remembering his late wife.

He says: “The favourite thing I bought for Nora? I ended up getting her one of those Japanese toilets that flushed nice hot water like a bidet, which was incredibly challenging.

She exuberantly laughed every time, which thrilled her to no end. I was very pleased with that purchase, but then Nora died and I have spent the last year sitting on this toilet and the hot water flush has give me haemorrhoids! The entire thing won’t stop.

“I just thought I would share that with you. She also used to wear a Donald Trump hat. She never lost her marbles. That was when she was starting to get ill, and I wrote Trump on a Union Jack hat for her.”

John paid tribute to Nora by writing a song in her honor called Hawaii after her passing.

The song was submitted as one of Ireland’s 2024 Eurovision Song Contest contenders, but it was unsuccessful.

John remembers: “Yes, we did the song, and that was Rambo, my manager’s idea. I had no intention of doing it.

I broke down that night because it was difficult to write the song, but I had to travel to Dublin to perform it live on The Late Late Show.

“I just cried my way through it as I am human. You know, I’m not sure if I’ll ever play that song again. Too painful is it. You put a full stop on it, and you move forward”.

Instead, he attempts to make Nora famous in a painting while admitting that it is still in progress, saying, “I have painted a picture of us both.” Although I don’t believe I will ever finish it, I am not in a rush. I may be Johnny Rotten to some people, but I am really John Lydon, a much more loving guy”.

Following his former Pistols bandmates’ recent decision to reform without him, John’s new PIL tour comes to mind.

The Pistols have hired Gallows and the Rattesnakes vocalist Frank Carter to replace John, despite John contributing to the band’s anarchist anthems, God Save the Queen and Pretty Vacant.

And The Pistols have played a string of dates across the UK, as well as the Royal Albert Hall in London, in support of the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Back in 2021, John accused the surviving Pistols of collaborating on Danny Boyle’s Netflix biopic drama series Pistol without him.

John lost his fight to stop the Pistols’ music from being used in the 2022 TV drama, but the dispute reached the High Court.

In true Rotten style, John has more recently branded the Pistols reunion as “karaoke”.

When he discusses his life since he no longer calls himself Johnny Rotten, he says, “I have ended up with citizenship in Ireland, England, and America.

It’s fantastic, I think. What it means is that I don’t get searched when I come back to Blighty, which used to happen a lot.

They used to say, “Oh, it’s Johnny Rotten, yeah, let’s do a full search for him.” That used to occur frequently, didn’t it?

” How much Brussels sprouts and baked beans can you eat before a flight? They would find it less enjoyable, in addition.

“But I enjoy being an American. I love America, apart from the students who don’t study. My British passport just arrived, I believe. It was out of date, shame on me!

” I have to say getting it was hilarious. Johnny Rotten needed a sponsor to demonstrate that he was English, and I needed a sponsor too! I’m grateful for the support of my Indian accountant.

“But should I belong anywhere? Anyone interested in me anyway?

The audience has been left with me because the two people I loved left me. I call it family values. “

* www.johnlydon.com has tickets for his UK tour. official website

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The Dyers’ Caravan Park, a new series starring Dani Dyer and his daughter, Dani, was spotted filming in the rundown holiday spot.

Danny Dyer and daughter Dani were recently spotted filming for their new TV show, The Dyers’ Caravan Park, which will follow their investment in a rundown holiday site. The father-daughter duo work to breathe new life into the caravan industry after investing their time and money into it.

Dani was seen arriving on the set wearing a fluffy coat, a Louis Vuitton handbag, and baggy black pants in recent photos. Before the show’s filming began, she quickly changed into new clothes. Despite this, Danny wore a beige jacket, a matching sweater, and navy pants. As they prepared for filming, they were spotted circling the crew.

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Despite investing in it, locals have argued that the duo has hardly ever been on-site. The locals claim that they only spent three days there this year.

The father-daughter duo was filming earlier this week, but some TV sources claim they won’t be visiting the site altogether for about 15 times.

The Mirror have reached out to Danny and Dani’s representatives and Sky for comment.

Danny previously mentioned the new series, revealing, “I love a caravan, and I love a caravan site. I’m now in charge of one, with my daughter Dani by my side and the voice of reason.

I’m making an effort to make the most memorable British holidays once more cool with a few quid. This might turn out to be a success or a complete failure. However, the only way to find out is to roll the “f***ing dice,”

Dani said, “I love a caravan, so why not? My dad wants to get involved in the caravan park, and I’m all in.” Has my dad what it takes to succeed in this given that he is a very welcoming person and can bring everyone in?

“I believe he has,” he said, “as long as people stay away from Magaluf.”

Danny has had a busy few years as he’s been filming for Marching Powder, Christmas Karma, Tinsel Town and Three Quick Breaths.

He played Freddie Jones in the hit TV series Rivals and Mr. Bigstuff in his main role in 2024. Danny and his daughter, who co-starred in Absolutely Dyer: Danny &amp, Dani do Italy in 2023, have experience filming together.

Later this year, The Dyers’ Caravan Park will be broadcast.

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As fans question the stunt’s environmental impact and how legitimate the journey was, a PR expert has given her opinion on Katy Perry’s 11-minute spacewalk.

Katy Perry has never been one to avoid a spectacle. She has built her career off of being bold, bright, and unapologetically out-there, dressing in candy-colored outfits and performing on cartoon stage shows.

But this week, Katy took “out of this world” literally – with a headline-grabbing trip to space. Only, the response wasn’t as positive as she might’ve expected. Instead, the pop icon found herself in a media storm as fans questioned the legitimacy of her stunt.

The pop megastar, 40, was one of six women to fly in the Blue Origin NS-31 from Texas on Monday in a mission funded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezo’s space exploration company. The 11-minute journey has been criticised for its questionable environmental impact, and for the bizarre and dramatic antics of the crew, including Katy.

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What should have been a powerful moment of female empowerment, in the opinion of PR and personal branding expert Mayah Riaz, has turned into what she refers to as “a PR black hole.”

“Katy didn’t just shoot for the stars – she launched herself into a PR black hole,” Mayah tells the Mirror.

It appeared to be a slam dunk on paper. A woman in space inspires the next generation while pushing boundaries. However, it simply didn’t land for many.

“The big question is why she did it,” Mayah says. “In my opinion, this was a calculated brand move. Katy’s always been known for her eccentric image – she thrives on reinvention. A space flight fits with her whole ‘out of this world’ vibe.”

The gamble didn’t work out this time, though.

She got eye rolls, according to Mayah, rather than applause. Even some of the other celebs weren’t impressed. Everything has a tone and timing. Flying off in a billionaire’s rocket feels completely tone-deaf because of people’s financial difficulties and planet-related concerns.

And the attempt to incorporate a message promoting “femin empowerment”?

Mayah claims that “it felt forced.” You don’t buy empowerment with a space flight or a selfie in zero gravity, they say.

Katy also made her daughter known for the first time during the trip, adding an additional layer to the backlash, which ended up being overshadowed by the controversy.

According to Mayah, “that was a very personal reveal meant to humanize her.” Even that heartfelt moment felt out of sync or, worse, misjudged because of the incorrect backdrop.

Reports have since suggested Katy regrets introducing her daughter to the world. Mayah believes there is a way to recover, despite the possibility that the decision may have backfired.

That regret is “real and actually quite relatable.” Katie has the ability to completely revert to the overexposure and reshape those boundaries. That is wisdom, not weakness.

Mayah claims that Katy must remain calm in the wake of the criticism. She ought to address it. Fans want to know why she did it, what it meant, and, most importantly, how she is incorporating this feedback.

A sincere interview or open post on social media could be very helpful. Mayah claims Katy needs to follow up her empowerment message with action if she really wants to double down.

“Fund female STEM scholarships. collaborate with female aerospace engineers. That’s how you make the message meaningful.

Mayah believes that this incident doesn’t need to change Katy’s character in spite of the criticism.

“Cancell culture is a topic that we frequently discuss. However, no one is fired for a single PR error. When they reject it, they are terminated. She can make this mistake a breakthrough if Katy is humble and genuine.

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As villagers complain about the “eyesore,” Russell Brand’s disused village pub, which he purchased for £850,000 in 2021, is abandoned and rotting.

Locals complain that the village pub, which Russell Brand purchased in 2021, has turned into an “eyesore” and is now overgrown and abandoned.

The Grade II-listed Crown Inn in Pishill, Oxfordshire, has fallen into a state of disrepair after being left to rot by the comedian turned conspiracy theorist, who is currently facing rape and sexual assault charges – which he denies.

The 600-year-old structure, which was first constructed in the 15th century as a coaching inn and served weary travelers with ale, food, and beds, is dotted around the grounds.

Its thatched roof and historical details have recently allowed it to host wedding receptions, but since Brand bought the plot in December 2021, it hasn’t yet opened its doors.

The building’s condition is in poor shape, with weeds occupying the pathways and tape holding some of the windows together.

A wooden shed appears to be erecting one side, some of its planks missing, while the log fires no longer burn.

The Crown was once Oxfordshire’s hottest nightclub, becoming the first place to serve drinks and music after midnight. Ringo Starr and George Harrison, as well as Dusty Springfield, were among the celebrities and fans who flocked to the venue.

Instead of loud revelers, the paint is now silence and decay, with crumbling brickwork and rusted iron railings stains the paint orange.

After avoiding meat and dairy since 2019, Brand, 49, and his wife Laura, who is the younger sister of TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher, originally intended to open the restaurant.

Locals, however, expressed outrage and one resident wrote: “We’ve heard he plans to turn the pub into a vegan restaurant.” Who would want that, anyway? He obviously had no intention of utilizing the pub as a bar. He doesn’t consume any alcohol. If you don’t like to drink, why buy a pub?

Brand also obtained planning permission to convert the pub to a recording studio and gathering place for his Rumble podcast and meet other alt-right commentators.

However, after receiving 53 objections from neighbors, South Oxfordshire District Council decided to reject the application.

The Campaign for Real Ale’s South Oxfordshire branch’s David Cooper, the pub preservation officer, claimed Brand’s suggestions were “ill-defined” and would “in no way” make up for the village’s final pub.

Jeremy Tweddle, a resident of Berrick Salome, added that he had “enjoyed numerous visits to the Crown.”

According to him, it appears that the current owners bought a public house, made no effort to maintain it, and now say they are no longer able to support it.

Some neighbors now worry Brand, who is currently residing in Florida and has established an alt-right media hub in Miami, may shut down the bar.

Any modifications to the property would need to be carefully planned, and it might be challenging to get a change of use.

The pub’s owner, Caroline Dempsey, told the Sun that Brand could wait until the building is completely destroyed before selling the land to developers and double his profit, according to Caroline Dempsey, who lives right next door to the Crown.

She said, “This may take years, while it all turns into a sad, neglected, overgrown eyesore in the interim.”

Brand will return to the UK on Friday, May 2, for his first hearing.

According to Brand, who claimed the incidents occurred between 1999 and 2005, when he was at the height of his fame, he has been charged with two counts of rape, indecent assault, and two counts of sexual assault relating to four women.

The initial hearing will take place at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.

The Metropolitan Police’s Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy stated, “The women who have made reports continue to receive support from specially trained officers.

The Met’s investigation is still ongoing, and detectives want anyone with information to contact police who may be affected by this case to come forward.

Brand completely refuted all of the allegations in a video posted on X. I’ve always told you guys that I was a fool when I was young and single, and before I had my wife and family, “he said.

I had sex, drug, and impure tendencies. But I’ve never committed rape. I’ve never engaged in non-consensual behavior; I’m hoping you can spot it by looking in my eyes.

Since 2016, fashion designer John Playfair has started bringing the limelight to her after they appeared in Cotswold Kitchen, the Great British Bake Off star.

After their cookery show, Prue Leith claims that her husband has become a bigger TV star than her. Great British Bake Off favorite Prue, 85, claims he is being stopped by fans and not her when she opens up about sharing the spotlight with John Playfair.

The pair’s home was opened for John, the subject of the ITV series Cotswold Kitchen, who became a household name overnight. Prue laughed, “People keep saying that we’re like Johnny Craddock and Fanny and Johnny Craddock in the 21st century.” I’m not sure if I’m entirely relieved that he has succeeded. I’m supposed to be the family’s “tv star”!

Prue recalled a recent encounter with a fan, saying, “The girl at the till recognized John. Oh you’re the man on Cotswold Kitchen, she said. That show is my favorite. You are wonderful! You are so funny! and blah, blah, and blah. And she doesn’t even know who I am as I’m standing there, packing the bags. “

In 2016, Prue and retired fashion designer John wed. After her 80th birthday, Prue’s first marriage ended in 2002 with her second husband, Rayne Kruger. Prue stated this week that she wanted to make the most of their time together and made the most of it.

On Holly Rubenstein’s episode of The Travel Diaries podcast, she said, “I want to spend as much time with him as I can because I’m 85.” The pair’s ideal collaboration on their series has been.

He “is always willing to help out,” Prue exclaims. “I was very aware that filming takes place at our home, and how disruptive that is,” I said. “I was very aware that it typically takes longer than it should, and it occupies much more space than just the kitchen. Cables can be found everywhere! Why not involve him since I anticipated how much of a pain that would ensue? He seemed to be drawn in by it.

We have different activities, with John taking care of the outside. He frequently uses a tractor or something to cut the hedges, make the verges, or do other things. And he’s a lot more than himself. Giving him a script or anything of that kind is useless. He answers questions just like I do; he just asks.

Prue breaks down the existence of a particular clause in her contract, lifting the veil on life on set. She informed me that I should take an hour’s nap after lunch, according to my contract. I need some sleep in the afternoon while I’m working because I’m my age. Everyone enjoys it because it gives them an extra hour of rest each day even though “Madam” is upstairs and having a kip!

Prue, 85, is not exhibiting any signs of slowing down. sharing the secrets to a happy, long life with her?

I sleep well, eat well, and “I guess I love well,” the saying goes. I’m delighted to see you. I believe that having more energy is what makes you happy. I believe that you just want to curl up and do nothing when you’re unhappy. Therefore, I believe that having a sincere sense of happiness and having every reason to be happy is a big part. Being widowed, I found joy in John. My grandchildren and I are content and healthy. I love my job, don’t worry about money, and own a lovely house because of everything else that really matters. I’ve experienced sadness throughout my life, of course. My younger brother was my best friend, and I’ve lost both of my brothers. However, “Death occurs.”

Missing the celebrity version of Great British Bake Off so she could take time off to travel and spend it with family, Prue is back for the regular series later this year and for the US version. So what is her future on the Channel 4 show?

She admits, “I honestly don’t know,” We rarely negotiate a new agreement until we start shooting a new series. Instead of being pushed, I want to jump when I stop doing it. I’ll have to slow down for a while, but I’m already very happy.

Following the Supreme Court’s decision regarding the definition of a woman and sex in the Equality Act, pop star Sam Smith has issued a powerful message on social media.

Sam Smith has issued a powerful message following the Supreme Court ruling the definition of a woman and sex in the Equality Act relates to “a biological woman and biological sex”. The controversial decision has been branded as “erasure” of transgender people by critics.

Five senior judges made the choice to define the terms “women” and “sex” as biological woman and biological sex. It has raised questions over access to single-sex spaces and protections based on sex, especially for trans rights.

Singer Sam, who uses the pronouns they/them and doesn’t identify as a woman, responded to the decision with a powerful message of solidarity. Sam wrote in a social media post, “Trans people exist.

“A world without trans people has never existed and never will. Trans rights are human rights. I am heartbroken for our community. But we cannot and will not be erased. We are real.”

Sam’s words were echoed by Celebrity Big Brother star Kellie Maloney, who said life will become “very dangerous” for trans people. “This ruling has put a lot of fear in a lot of people,” said Kellie.

The campaign group For Women Scotland (FWS), which mandates 50% female representation on public boards, brought the decision after a lengthy legal battle over the definition of a woman in Scottish legislation.

Its effects are anticipated to be felt throughout Northern Ireland, Wales, and England. GRC-certified transgender people are entitled to sex-based protections, according to the Scottish government, while GRC-certified individuals are only limited to those who were born female.

The issue was whether or not a GRC-certified person who recognized their gender as a woman should be treated as a woman under the 2010 Equality Act.

The decision was made by UK Supreme Court Judge Lord Hodge, who defended the law’s protection against discrimination.

He said, “The Equality Act 2010 unanimously recognizes a biological woman and biological sex. However, we advise against viewing this judgment as a victory for one or more social groups over another.

The government responded, saying that the decision provided clarity in areas like sports clubs, hospitals, and refuges. The decision raises the possibility of additional laws regulating access to facilities, including changing rooms. However, judges emphasized that transgender people’s discrimination protections were not being violated.

A Government spokesman said: “We have always supported the protection of single sex spaces based on biological sex. This ruling brings clarity and confidence, for women and service providers such as hospitals, refuges, and sports clubs. Single sex spaces are protected in law and will always be protected by this government.”

Harry Potter author JK Rowling was among those praising the verdict and in recent years has been very vocal about trans people and their rights. She said on X: “It took three extraordinary, tenacious Scottish women with an army behind them to get this case heard by the Supreme Court and, in winning, they’ve protected the rights of women and girls across the UK. @ForWomenScot I’m so proud to know you.”

The writer continued, “Trans people have lost no rights today, although I doubt some (not all) will be angry that the Supreme Court upheld women’s sex-based rights.”

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