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Laura Carmichael is "delighted" with the final series of 'Downton Abbey'.
The 29-year-old actress - who plays Lady Edith Crawley in the ITV period drama - has revealed that while she's devastated the show is coming to an end, she's happy with the way creator Julian Fellowes has tied up the storylines.
Asked how they manage to keep the plots a secret, Laura said: "I think there's an element that people don't want to know ... And Julian, he's very clever. He knows what you want but he's not going to give it to you in the way that maybe you'd expect.
"I hope people will be pleased. I was delighted with the last series."
The blonde beauty struggled to contain her emotions as she filmed her last ever scene, which is also closing scene of the sixth and final series.
Speaking about how it felt to film it knowing it was the last series, she told ITV's 'This Morning': "The first few months were fine but the last six to eight weeks of filming we were just in bits the whole time.
"[The final scene] was a night shoot which we hadn't really done before so we started at one in the morning and filmed until six ... So I was just trying to hold it together until the last minute and the last shot was my close up and then he said, 'Cut', and I just sort of dissolved."
Laura Carmichael ‘delighted’ with Downton Abbey finale
Laura Carmichael is "delighted" with the final series of 'Downton Abbey'.
The 29-year-old actress - who plays Lady Edith Crawley in the ITV period drama - has revealed that while she's devastated the show is coming to an end, she's happy with the way creator Julian Fellowes has tied up the storylines.
Asked how they manage to keep the plots a secret, Laura said: "I think there's an element that people don't want to know ... And Julian, he's very clever. He knows what you want but he's not going to give it to you in the way that maybe you'd expect.
"I hope people will be pleased. I was delighted with the last series."
The blonde beauty struggled to contain her emotions as she filmed her last ever scene, which is also closing scene of the sixth and final series.
Speaking about how it felt to film it knowing it was the last series, she told ITV's 'This Morning': "The first few months were fine but the last six to eight weeks of filming we were just in bits the whole time.
"[The final scene] was a night shoot which we hadn't really done before so we started at one in the morning and filmed until six ... So I was just trying to hold it together until the last minute and the last shot was my close up and then he said, 'Cut', and I just sort of dissolved."
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Jeremy Clarkson's new motoring show may be titled 'Gear Knobs'.
The former 'Top Gear' presenter was sacked from the BBC after punching a producer in a row over steak and is heading an as yet unnamed show on Amazon Prime alongside Richard Hammond and James May.
However, Buzzfeed reports that the term "Gear Knobs" and "Gear Nobs" have been registered with the Intellectual Property Office in relation to broadcast, publishing as well as merchandise, prompting speculation this could be the chosen name.
Meanwhile, Richard, 45, previously revealed he knew he was going to quit 'Top Gear' almost instantly after Jeremy was sacked from the show.
He said: "It all became a bit obvious past a certain point, you know, we do what we do and for whatever reason and whether you agree or not there are those that think we do it quite well, so it became obvious and I thought, well if we're going to carry on doing that, we'll do it together."
The new show is scheduled to premiere on the online streaming service in 2016 and the trio couldn't be more thrilled.
Jeremy said at the time: "I feel like I've climbed out of a bi-plane and into a spaceship."
Whilst cracking a joke as usual, Richard added: "Amazon? Oh yes. I have already been there. I got bitten by a bullet ant."
Jeremy Clarkson’s new motoring show to be named ‘Gear Knobs’?
Jeremy Clarkson's new motoring show may be titled 'Gear Knobs'.
The former 'Top Gear' presenter was sacked from the BBC after punching a producer in a row over steak and is heading an as yet unnamed show on Amazon Prime alongside Richard Hammond and James May.
However, Buzzfeed reports that the term "Gear Knobs" and "Gear Nobs" have been registered with the Intellectual Property Office in relation to broadcast, publishing as well as merchandise, prompting speculation this could be the chosen name.
Meanwhile, Richard, 45, previously revealed he knew he was going to quit 'Top Gear' almost instantly after Jeremy was sacked from the show.
He said: "It all became a bit obvious past a certain point, you know, we do what we do and for whatever reason and whether you agree or not there are those that think we do it quite well, so it became obvious and I thought, well if we're going to carry on doing that, we'll do it together."
The new show is scheduled to premiere on the online streaming service in 2016 and the trio couldn't be more thrilled.
Jeremy said at the time: "I feel like I've climbed out of a bi-plane and into a spaceship."
Whilst cracking a joke as usual, Richard added: "Amazon? Oh yes. I have already been there. I got bitten by a bullet ant."
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The 'This Morning' studio has been vandalised by celebrities.
Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield announced on the ITV show today (17.09.15) that they'd had some unwanted guests in the studio overnight.
Holly announced: "We have some bad news for you today. Our beloved studios were broken into last night.
Phillip added: "It turns out Alan Carr's 'Chatty Man' was filmed here last night and afterwards, he and his guests decided to make their way into our studios, where they hung out and left their mark."
The culprits were Canadian pop star Carly Rae Jepsen, 'Celebrity Juice' frontman Keith Lemon and 'Joy' hitmaker Will Young.
Despite seeing the damage done to the studio, the presenters and crew were left unaware as to who the perpetrators were until they checked security footage.
Phillip said: "We were alerted to the incident by our CCTV cameras - and you won't believe what they picked up."
He added: "Who would have thought."
Meanwhile, Holly has revealed she has no plans to have any more children after taking a year off to look after her newborn son Chester last year.
Celebrities vandalise ‘This Morning’ set
The 'This Morning' studio has been vandalised by celebrities.
Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield announced on the ITV show today (17.09.15) that they'd had some unwanted guests in the studio overnight.
Holly announced: "We have some bad news for you today. Our beloved studios were broken into last night.
Phillip added: "It turns out Alan Carr's 'Chatty Man' was filmed here last night and afterwards, he and his guests decided to make their way into our studios, where they hung out and left their mark."
The culprits were Canadian pop star Carly Rae Jepsen, 'Celebrity Juice' frontman Keith Lemon and 'Joy' hitmaker Will Young.
Despite seeing the damage done to the studio, the presenters and crew were left unaware as to who the perpetrators were until they checked security footage.
Phillip said: "We were alerted to the incident by our CCTV cameras - and you won't believe what they picked up."
He added: "Who would have thought."
Meanwhile, Holly has revealed she has no plans to have any more children after taking a year off to look after her newborn son Chester last year.
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Mat Riley has been eliminated from 'The Great British Bake Off'.
The 37-year-old fireman became the sixth contestant to be booted off the BBC One baking competition last night (16.09.15) after he struggled to keep his cool during Victorian week.
He said: "I felt from the beginning that I was surrounded by better bakers, my knowledge was nowhere near that level.
"I knew I was out of my depth in Victorian week with the techniques and the bakes involved. Some of the recipes we were given in advance but I never practised because I didn't ever expect to get to week seven."
Although Mat was named star baker during pastry week last week, he failed to impress judges Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood with his Charlotte Russe and Tennis cake and he's now vowed to never attempt the recipes again.
He shared: "I know for sure I won't ever make a Charlotte Russe ever again! It went quite badly on the show but I said to Mary it was actually the best one I ever made. You are trying to cage a jelly with one of the world's flimsiest biscuits, it's a crazy thing to make."
Meanwhile, Tamal Ray took home the title of star baker for the first time and admitted he'd achieved his goals of not going home in the first week, baking something the judges thought was tasty and being named star baker just once.
Mat will join Jo Brand on 'The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice' on BBC Two tomorrow (18.09.15) at 9pm.
Mat Riley eliminated from The Great British Bake Off
Mat Riley has been eliminated from 'The Great British Bake Off'.
The 37-year-old fireman became the sixth contestant to be booted off the BBC One baking competition last night (16.09.15) after he struggled to keep his cool during Victorian week.
He said: "I felt from the beginning that I was surrounded by better bakers, my knowledge was nowhere near that level.
"I knew I was out of my depth in Victorian week with the techniques and the bakes involved. Some of the recipes we were given in advance but I never practised because I didn't ever expect to get to week seven."
Although Mat was named star baker during pastry week last week, he failed to impress judges Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood with his Charlotte Russe and Tennis cake and he's now vowed to never attempt the recipes again.
He shared: "I know for sure I won't ever make a Charlotte Russe ever again! It went quite badly on the show but I said to Mary it was actually the best one I ever made. You are trying to cage a jelly with one of the world's flimsiest biscuits, it's a crazy thing to make."
Meanwhile, Tamal Ray took home the title of star baker for the first time and admitted he'd achieved his goals of not going home in the first week, baking something the judges thought was tasty and being named star baker just once.
Mat will join Jo Brand on 'The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice' on BBC Two tomorrow (18.09.15) at 9pm.
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Simon Cowell is to replace Howard Stern on 'America's Got Talent'.
The 55-year-old music mogul - who is currently head judge on 'The X Factor' - has reportedly been signed up to take over from the comedian and talk show host on the next series of the US talent show following his decision to quit earlier this year.
A source shared: "Simon has been off the television in the last couple of years focusing on family life. But with his comeback to British screens, he also wants to make his way back into America.
"And he's more than used to the travel."
Simon - who is also a judge on 'Britain's Got Talent' - first appeared on US television on 'American Idol' from 2002 to 2010 before launching the US 'X Factor' in 2011.
However after the show failed to take off in the States, the Syco boss decided to return to the UK version last year.
And if Simon does join 'America's Got Talent' he will be reunited with his former fellow 'X Factor' judge Mel B - who was axed in favour of Rita Ora earlier this year - who sits on the judging panel alongside Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and the departing Howard Stern.
Simon Cowell for ‘America’s Got Talent’ role?
Simon Cowell is to replace Howard Stern on 'America's Got Talent'.
The 55-year-old music mogul - who is currently head judge on 'The X Factor' - has reportedly been signed up to take over from the comedian and talk show host on the next series of the US talent show following his decision to quit earlier this year.
A source shared: "Simon has been off the television in the last couple of years focusing on family life. But with his comeback to British screens, he also wants to make his way back into America.
"And he's more than used to the travel."
Simon - who is also a judge on 'Britain's Got Talent' - first appeared on US television on 'American Idol' from 2002 to 2010 before launching the US 'X Factor' in 2011.
However after the show failed to take off in the States, the Syco boss decided to return to the UK version last year.
And if Simon does join 'America's Got Talent' he will be reunited with his former fellow 'X Factor' judge Mel B - who was axed in favour of Rita Ora earlier this year - who sits on the judging panel alongside Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and the departing Howard Stern.
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Stevi Ritchie warned his 'Celebrity Big Brother' housemates that he's like "the Hulk" when he's angry.
The former 'X Factor' contestant stood up for his fiancee Chloe-Jasmine Whichello in the reality show house during last night's (16.09.15) episode after she got upset about her fellow celebrities including US reality star Austin Armacost not taking her alcoholism seriously.
Stevi said: "I'm like Hulk when I'm on fire.
"I don't want to get into any arguments ... I'm just a chilled f***ing guy ... I respected Austin's night the other night. I totally get what you say but I've got to stick up for my girlfriend."
Stevi got irate as Austin refused to accept Chloe's apology after she refused to get out of bed and join all of the housemates when they made a toast to Austin's late brother on the anniversary of his death.
Austin argued that he couldn't understand why it was an issue for her to be around booze while they were making the toast but not when she was taking bottles of beer to her fiance.
And whilst Stevi was previously keeping quiet on the subject, he finally waded in yesterday.
He insisted: "I'm not getting into a spat... I've got to defend my other half."
Meanwhile, all of the remaining housemates - Stevi, Chloe, Austin, James Hill, Bobby Davro, Sherrie Hewson, Jenna Jameson and Farrah Abraham - are up for eviction tomorrow (18.09.15) where the four housemates with the most votes will be saved while the remaining housemates will battle it out to stay in.
CBB’s Stevi-Ritchie goes ‘Hulk’ on Austin
Stevi Ritchie warned his 'Celebrity Big Brother' housemates that he's like "the Hulk" when he's angry.
The former 'X Factor' contestant stood up for his fiancee Chloe-Jasmine Whichello in the reality show house during last night's (16.09.15) episode after she got upset about her fellow celebrities including US reality star Austin Armacost not taking her alcoholism seriously.
Stevi said: "I'm like Hulk when I'm on fire.
"I don't want to get into any arguments ... I'm just a chilled f***ing guy ... I respected Austin's night the other night. I totally get what you say but I've got to stick up for my girlfriend."
Stevi got irate as Austin refused to accept Chloe's apology after she refused to get out of bed and join all of the housemates when they made a toast to Austin's late brother on the anniversary of his death.
Austin argued that he couldn't understand why it was an issue for her to be around booze while they were making the toast but not when she was taking bottles of beer to her fiance.
And whilst Stevi was previously keeping quiet on the subject, he finally waded in yesterday.
He insisted: "I'm not getting into a spat... I've got to defend my other half."
Meanwhile, all of the remaining housemates - Stevi, Chloe, Austin, James Hill, Bobby Davro, Sherrie Hewson, Jenna Jameson and Farrah Abraham - are up for eviction tomorrow (18.09.15) where the four housemates with the most votes will be saved while the remaining housemates will battle it out to stay in.
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Ben Cohen's estranged wife is furious he's opened his marital home to his dancer girlfriend.
The 37-year-old retired sports star has reportedly enraged his divorcing wife Abby, 37, after he told his 'Strictly Come Dancing' star girlfriend Kristina Rihanoff that she'll always be welcome at their five-bedroom home on the outskirts of Northampton.
A family source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Abby's not at all happy at the prospect of Kristina staying there, but she knows there is nothing she can do but grin and bear it."
The 37-year-old hunk has moved back into the £1.75 million property he shared during his marriage, while Abby and their twin seven-year-old girls are currently living in a nearby home that Ben has rented.
The luxurious property has been on the market for the last six months and is less than 90 miles from the London studios where Kristina is currently partnering Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell on the latest series of 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
However, it remains unclear if Kristina has accepted Ben's invitation to stay with him at the property.
This comes after it was recently reported Ben and his estranged wife had decided to live together because of the cost of their mortgage.
A source previously said: "Ben thought he'd be able to sell the house and rent somewhere for Abby and the kids before their divorce went through.
"But there's been little interest and the cost of the mortgage and renting has become very expensive.
"He gets to see his kids more, but it has been really awkward for him and Abby."
Ben Cohen ‘invites Kristina Rihanoff to live in marital home”
Ben Cohen's estranged wife is furious he's opened his marital home to his dancer girlfriend.
The 37-year-old retired sports star has reportedly enraged his divorcing wife Abby, 37, after he told his 'Strictly Come Dancing' star girlfriend Kristina Rihanoff that she'll always be welcome at their five-bedroom home on the outskirts of Northampton.
A family source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Abby's not at all happy at the prospect of Kristina staying there, but she knows there is nothing she can do but grin and bear it."
The 37-year-old hunk has moved back into the £1.75 million property he shared during his marriage, while Abby and their twin seven-year-old girls are currently living in a nearby home that Ben has rented.
The luxurious property has been on the market for the last six months and is less than 90 miles from the London studios where Kristina is currently partnering Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell on the latest series of 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
However, it remains unclear if Kristina has accepted Ben's invitation to stay with him at the property.
This comes after it was recently reported Ben and his estranged wife had decided to live together because of the cost of their mortgage.
A source previously said: "Ben thought he'd be able to sell the house and rent somewhere for Abby and the kids before their divorce went through.
"But there's been little interest and the cost of the mortgage and renting has become very expensive.
"He gets to see his kids more, but it has been really awkward for him and Abby."
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Holly Willoughby doesn't want another baby.
The 34-year-old presenter, who already has Harry, six, Belle, four, and 11-month-old son Chester with her husband Dan Baldwin, is adamant she doesn't want to add anymore children to her brood because she hates taking maternity leave from her shows 'This Morning' and 'Celebrity Juice'.
Speaking to The Sun newspaper, she said: "We keep having babies! But I am done now. I am not going anywhere."
The busty blonde also misses starring alongside her pal Fearne Cotton - who has just welcomed her second child, daughter Honey, into the world with husband Jesse Wood - in the late night irreverent topical panel show every week.
She said: "I miss Fearne -- she is a huge part of the show."
Holly feels she's able to let loose a little with adult humour on 'Celebrity Juice,' which her co-stars seemed to love.
Leigh Francis - who portrays Keith Lemon on the show - said of the curvaceous beauty: "People like to see her a little bit naughty because she is not offensive-naughty. She hasn't got a dirty mouth. Her mouth is not too bad."
Meanwhile, Holly returned to her hosting gig alongside Phillip Schofield on 'This Morning' a few weeks ago after spending a year away from the camera.
She explained: "Coming back from maternity leave is always slightly scary. I have been away for a year from 'This Morning' and lots has changed."
Holly Willoughby doesn’t want another baby
Holly Willoughby doesn't want another baby.
The 34-year-old presenter, who already has Harry, six, Belle, four, and 11-month-old son Chester with her husband Dan Baldwin, is adamant she doesn't want to add anymore children to her brood because she hates taking maternity leave from her shows 'This Morning' and 'Celebrity Juice'.
Speaking to The Sun newspaper, she said: "We keep having babies! But I am done now. I am not going anywhere."
The busty blonde also misses starring alongside her pal Fearne Cotton - who has just welcomed her second child, daughter Honey, into the world with husband Jesse Wood - in the late night irreverent topical panel show every week.
She said: "I miss Fearne -- she is a huge part of the show."
Holly feels she's able to let loose a little with adult humour on 'Celebrity Juice,' which her co-stars seemed to love.
Leigh Francis - who portrays Keith Lemon on the show - said of the curvaceous beauty: "People like to see her a little bit naughty because she is not offensive-naughty. She hasn't got a dirty mouth. Her mouth is not too bad."
Meanwhile, Holly returned to her hosting gig alongside Phillip Schofield on 'This Morning' a few weeks ago after spending a year away from the camera.
She explained: "Coming back from maternity leave is always slightly scary. I have been away for a year from 'This Morning' and lots has changed."
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Verity Rushworth wants to be the next companion in 'Doctor Who'.
The 30-year-old actress is a big fan of the sci-fi series and is keen to follow in the footsteps of her friend and former 'Emmerdale' co-star Jenna Coleman - who is reportedly quitting the BBC One show - and join Peter Capaldi's Time Lord in the TARDIS.
Speaking to BANG Showbiz at the at the premiere of new musical 'Kinky Boots' at London's Adelphi Theatre, she said: "I'd love to be in 'Doctor Who', he's going to need a new companion soon, right?
"They obviously like the Northern girls so I'm putting myself forward for it. I watch 'Doctor Who', I have a friend in 'Doctor Who', Jenna was in 'Emmerdale' with me so I grew up with Jenna.
"Jenna can give me some tips for it and some wardrobe tips, she always looks gorgeous."
Verity - who left her role as Donna Dingle in 'Emmerdale' in 2014 after returning to the ITV soap for a second stint as the character - already has an idea of what her companion could be like and believes she could be a "kooky" friend to the Doctor.
She added: "I'm quite kooky so I think I could be quite kooky on the show and I could keep the Doctor on his toes. I'd also bring a bit of banter to the TARDIS which would be fun."
It was reported earlier this week Jenna had decided to quit playing Clara Oswald in order to take on the role of Queen Victoria when she ascended to the throne at the age of 18 in 1837 in upcoming ITV drama 'Victoria'. The BBC is yet to confirm her exit.
The new series of 'Doctor Who' begins with 'The Magician's Apprentice' this Saturday (19.09.15) on BBC One.
Verity Rushworth wants to be new Doctor Who companion
Verity Rushworth wants to be the next companion in 'Doctor Who'.
The 30-year-old actress is a big fan of the sci-fi series and is keen to follow in the footsteps of her friend and former 'Emmerdale' co-star Jenna Coleman - who is reportedly quitting the BBC One show - and join Peter Capaldi's Time Lord in the TARDIS.
Speaking to BANG Showbiz at the at the premiere of new musical 'Kinky Boots' at London's Adelphi Theatre, she said: "I'd love to be in 'Doctor Who', he's going to need a new companion soon, right?
"They obviously like the Northern girls so I'm putting myself forward for it. I watch 'Doctor Who', I have a friend in 'Doctor Who', Jenna was in 'Emmerdale' with me so I grew up with Jenna.
"Jenna can give me some tips for it and some wardrobe tips, she always looks gorgeous."
Verity - who left her role as Donna Dingle in 'Emmerdale' in 2014 after returning to the ITV soap for a second stint as the character - already has an idea of what her companion could be like and believes she could be a "kooky" friend to the Doctor.
She added: "I'm quite kooky so I think I could be quite kooky on the show and I could keep the Doctor on his toes. I'd also bring a bit of banter to the TARDIS which would be fun."
It was reported earlier this week Jenna had decided to quit playing Clara Oswald in order to take on the role of Queen Victoria when she ascended to the throne at the age of 18 in 1837 in upcoming ITV drama 'Victoria'. The BBC is yet to confirm her exit.
The new series of 'Doctor Who' begins with 'The Magician's Apprentice' this Saturday (19.09.15) on BBC One.