Monthly Archives: February 2011

Royal Roundup: Anti-monarchist Johnny Rotten is Rocked by Royal Love

By jimlyons | Posted on February 28th, 2011

Is this the story of Johnny Rotten? Even former Sex Pistol John Lydon (aka Johnny Rotten) has a soft spot for Kate and William.

Designer John Galliano Faces New Accusations After Release of Video

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on February 28th, 2011

Just days after John Galliano‘s arrest in Paris for allegedly physically and verbally abusing a couple in a Paris bar, British tabloid The Sun has released video of what they claim is a separate altercation. The clip apparently ...

The Tellyvangelist: Feb. 28-March 6

By David Molofsky | Posted on February 28th, 2011

In this week's Tellyvangelist — your weekly guide to all that's British on U.S. TV — learn how Emily Blunt’s fate has been adjusted and catch two performances by Taio Cruz!

Trendsetters Look to BBC Showcase for Next Big Thing

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on February 28th, 2011

Brighton is a popular resort town on the southern coast of England, but it’s not exactly a place you might seek out in wet, windy late February. That is, unless you’re a fan of British television.

Muse to Gather in London for Sixth LP

By MacKenzie Wilson | Posted on February 28th, 2011

Fresh from their Best British Band win at the Shockwaves NME Awards last week, Muse is readying for a future return to the studio.

Today’s UK Twitter Trends (Feb. 28): Barry Ferguson, Steven Davies

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on February 28th, 2011

What's trending on Twitter in the UK today? Soccer star Barry Ferguson faces accusations of unsportsmanlike conduct, and cricket player Steven Davies makes an historic exit from the closet.

WATCH: Jessie J on ‘The Graham Norton Show’

By MacKenzie Wilson | Posted on February 28th, 2011

The fantastic Jessie J is absolutely everywhere these days. The “Do It Like a Dude” singer paid a visit to The Graham Norton Show over the weekend to discuss all of her recent good fortune and more.

Sir Elton John Set for ‘Saturday Night Live’ Return

By MacKenzie Wilson | Posted on February 28th, 2011

For nearly two decades, Sir Elton John‘s annual Oscar bash has raised millions of dollars in support of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. And at Sunday night’s (February 27) auction at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles, ...

Should the Oscar-Winning ‘King’s Speech’ Receive a PG-13 Edit?

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on February 28th, 2011

The King’s Speech, which has made over $100 million at the domestic box office, is ready to bring in the big dough. Not only did the British period drama scoop up four Oscars last night (February 27), including the coveted Best ...

Oscars 2011 Recap: ‘The King’s Speech’ Prevails with Four Awards

By MacKenzie Wilson | Posted on February 28th, 2011

After Ricky Gervais took it in the chin for his “mean-spirited” hosting job at January’s Golden Globes, the 83rd annual Academy Awards tried to make sure Sunday evening’s (February 27) show from Hollywood’s ...