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Steven Moffat has received death threats from crazed 'Sherlock' fans.
The 53-year-old series creator has revealed he's been subjected to sinister messages from social media users, much like 'Sherlock' stars Martin Freeman and his real-life partner Amanda Abbington, who were recently sent threatening messages by a Benedict Cumberbatch-obsessed fan.
Steven shared: "I've had the threats as well, but I don't know how seriously you can take these things.
"I think you should probably take them reasonably seriously, though. It's got to be sorted out - people can't just go around making these threats."
Martin and Amanda - who also plays his spouse in the BBC drama - informed the police about the abuse they've received from an obsessive female fan of their co-star, and Steven thinks more ought to be done to tackle online abuse.
He told The Sun newspaper: "I think the internet, and things like Twitter and Facebook should be policed a hell of a lot better.
"People making these threats should face the consequences very fast and very severely. Then it will stop."
Among the abusive messages recently sent to the 'Sherlock' stars was one which read: "Both Martin Freeman and Amanda Abbington are starting to give Benedict and all his fans a bad name! They seriously just need to shut up and f***ing die already!"
Steven Moffat reveals death threats from Sherlock fans
Steven Moffat has received death threats from crazed 'Sherlock' fans.
The 53-year-old series creator has revealed he's been subjected to sinister messages from social media users, much like 'Sherlock' stars Martin Freeman and his real-life partner Amanda Abbington, who were recently sent threatening messages by a Benedict Cumberbatch-obsessed fan.
Steven shared: "I've had the threats as well, but I don't know how seriously you can take these things.
"I think you should probably take them reasonably seriously, though. It's got to be sorted out - people can't just go around making these threats."
Martin and Amanda - who also plays his spouse in the BBC drama - informed the police about the abuse they've received from an obsessive female fan of their co-star, and Steven thinks more ought to be done to tackle online abuse.
He told The Sun newspaper: "I think the internet, and things like Twitter and Facebook should be policed a hell of a lot better.
"People making these threats should face the consequences very fast and very severely. Then it will stop."
Among the abusive messages recently sent to the 'Sherlock' stars was one which read: "Both Martin Freeman and Amanda Abbington are starting to give Benedict and all his fans a bad name! They seriously just need to shut up and f***ing die already!"
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Jenna Coleman says Maisie Williams "fit right in" on the set of 'Doctor Who'.
The 'Game of Thrones' actress joined the cast of the BBC One sci-fi drama for the upcoming ninth series and Jenna - who plays the Doctor's companion Clara Oswald - has revealed she had no trouble getting to grips with the storylines.
Asked how the dynamic changes between her and Peter Capaldi - who plays the titular Time Lord - when guest stars are on set, Jenna said: "The two of us are always behaving as stupidly as we do, it's been lovely having Michelle [Gomez] back, she's always a laugh. Maisie is wonderful, I was a really big fan of hers before she came to 'Doctor Who', she fits right in so it's been really great having her join us. One of the most wonderful things about the show is every episode feels so different, it feels like a whole new show in a way."
The 29-year-old star - who originally planned to quit the much-loved show after the eighth series - has been enjoying filming her own stunts for the next instalment.
She explained: "I've done a lot of hanging upside down this series - upside down on a cliff in Tenerife was new, but surprising, it looks so easy but it's not at all. It was tricky because we could only do it in minute spurts, filming the scenes. I also had a scene where I was hanging outside of the TARDIS too, so it seems to be one of my specialities this series!"
Jenna Coleman: Maisie Williams ‘fit right in’ at Doctor Who
Jenna Coleman says Maisie Williams "fit right in" on the set of 'Doctor Who'.
The 'Game of Thrones' actress joined the cast of the BBC One sci-fi drama for the upcoming ninth series and Jenna - who plays the Doctor's companion Clara Oswald - has revealed she had no trouble getting to grips with the storylines.
Asked how the dynamic changes between her and Peter Capaldi - who plays the titular Time Lord - when guest stars are on set, Jenna said: "The two of us are always behaving as stupidly as we do, it's been lovely having Michelle [Gomez] back, she's always a laugh. Maisie is wonderful, I was a really big fan of hers before she came to 'Doctor Who', she fits right in so it's been really great having her join us. One of the most wonderful things about the show is every episode feels so different, it feels like a whole new show in a way."
The 29-year-old star - who originally planned to quit the much-loved show after the eighth series - has been enjoying filming her own stunts for the next instalment.
She explained: "I've done a lot of hanging upside down this series - upside down on a cliff in Tenerife was new, but surprising, it looks so easy but it's not at all. It was tricky because we could only do it in minute spurts, filming the scenes. I also had a scene where I was hanging outside of the TARDIS too, so it seems to be one of my specialities this series!"
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Cheryl Fernandez-Versini is to take over 'The X Factor' when Simon Cowell retires.
The talent show judge became the new executive producer on the ITV show this year and revealed that her ageing mentor has head hunted her for the top position at his Syco Entertainment production company when he retires.
She said: "He's saying that himself. He feels it's happening and he's proud of it. I love nurturing talent. It's what I want to do with my future, management, developing an artist. I understand it from both sides. I've learned from the execs how cut-throat it is, as well as being a performer, which Simon doesn't because he's never done it."
The 'Crazy Stupid Love' singer - who joked that Simon is on his "last legs" - also claimed she and new judges Nick Grimshaw and Rita Ora have helped to guide him on the new series.
She told ES magazine: " "He does have his eye on the ball. But we guide him. Simon thinks if you're a star, you're ready no matter what age you are."
Meanwhile, Simon previously admitted he felt it was the right choice to make Cheryl executive producer because he already goes to her with ideas.
He said: "I naturally consult Cheryl more because she's been working with me for a long time.
"She's passionate about the show and isn't just in it for the cash. She's very involved and she's definitely happier than a year ago, much happier."
Cheryl Fernandez-Versini eyes ‘The X Factor’ takeover
Cheryl Fernandez-Versini is to take over 'The X Factor' when Simon Cowell retires.
The talent show judge became the new executive producer on the ITV show this year and revealed that her ageing mentor has head hunted her for the top position at his Syco Entertainment production company when he retires.
She said: "He's saying that himself. He feels it's happening and he's proud of it. I love nurturing talent. It's what I want to do with my future, management, developing an artist. I understand it from both sides. I've learned from the execs how cut-throat it is, as well as being a performer, which Simon doesn't because he's never done it."
The 'Crazy Stupid Love' singer - who joked that Simon is on his "last legs" - also claimed she and new judges Nick Grimshaw and Rita Ora have helped to guide him on the new series.
She told ES magazine: " "He does have his eye on the ball. But we guide him. Simon thinks if you're a star, you're ready no matter what age you are."
Meanwhile, Simon previously admitted he felt it was the right choice to make Cheryl executive producer because he already goes to her with ideas.
He said: "I naturally consult Cheryl more because she's been working with me for a long time.
"She's passionate about the show and isn't just in it for the cash. She's very involved and she's definitely happier than a year ago, much happier."
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Peter Capaldi has teased "a lot of thrills" and "mystery" for the new series of 'Doctor Who'.
The 57-year-old actor reprises his role as the titular Time Lord in the highly anticipated ninth series of the BBC One sci-fi drama and has revealed what fans can expect when it returns later this month.
He said: "I think they'll find lots of thrills, a lot of mystery, a reckless Doctor in pursuit of adventure. It's hopefully full of spectacle and adventure - it's not a sitting back, domesticated, reflective series, it's the Doctor and Clara roaring through time and space in search of thrills. So I think it's great, it should be a fun watch for audiences at home."
Capaldi - who admitted it was "lovely" to return to the show for a second series - also opened up about where the new series will pick up.
The 'Paddington' actor said: "The opening episode of the new series is fabulous - the story is going to take us across the Universe into all types of dark, terrifying and funny places. It's a particularly epic one to start, with lots of old favourites, Missy [Michelle Gomez] and the Daleks are returning and particularly for those who are nostalgic with the Daleks of the 60s, there are some special surprises in store."
'Doctor Who' returns to BBC One on September 19.
Peter Capaldi teases ‘thrills’ and ‘mystery’ for Doctor Who
Peter Capaldi has teased "a lot of thrills" and "mystery" for the new series of 'Doctor Who'.
The 57-year-old actor reprises his role as the titular Time Lord in the highly anticipated ninth series of the BBC One sci-fi drama and has revealed what fans can expect when it returns later this month.
He said: "I think they'll find lots of thrills, a lot of mystery, a reckless Doctor in pursuit of adventure. It's hopefully full of spectacle and adventure - it's not a sitting back, domesticated, reflective series, it's the Doctor and Clara roaring through time and space in search of thrills. So I think it's great, it should be a fun watch for audiences at home."
Capaldi - who admitted it was "lovely" to return to the show for a second series - also opened up about where the new series will pick up.
The 'Paddington' actor said: "The opening episode of the new series is fabulous - the story is going to take us across the Universe into all types of dark, terrifying and funny places. It's a particularly epic one to start, with lots of old favourites, Missy [Michelle Gomez] and the Daleks are returning and particularly for those who are nostalgic with the Daleks of the 60s, there are some special surprises in store."
'Doctor Who' returns to BBC One on September 19.
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Carol McGiffin is loving having her old life back after beating breast cancer.
The former 'Loose Women' panelist - who was diagnosed with stage three of the life-threatening illness last April - admitted she still likes to have a party and has enjoyed being able to go out with her friends and not needing to go home early because she is exhausted from treatment.
She said: "It's great to go out and enjoy a meal and a bottle of wine with friends, without falling asleep at 9pm.
"I don't go out as much as I used to but I still love a party. I'm not ready to start knitting yet."
The 55-year-old presenter underwent a mastectomy, six doses of chemotherapy and 15 sessions of radiotherapy, but she didn't like to think of recovering from cancer as a "battle" and instead she tried to focus on "getting better".
She told Closer magazine: "I never thought about it in those terms. It can become a fight if you think you might lose it but, for me, it was always just about getting better.
"I tried not to think about it - if you think about something too much, it becomes terrifying."
Carol also praised her fiancé Mark Cassidy who was with her every step of the way and even offered to shave off his own hair as she began to lose hers.
She added: "He offered to shave his head too but I said don't be daft. It won't make me feel any better seeing you with no hair."
Carol McGiffin is ready to party after beating breast cancer
Carol McGiffin is loving having her old life back after beating breast cancer.
The former 'Loose Women' panelist - who was diagnosed with stage three of the life-threatening illness last April - admitted she still likes to have a party and has enjoyed being able to go out with her friends and not needing to go home early because she is exhausted from treatment.
She said: "It's great to go out and enjoy a meal and a bottle of wine with friends, without falling asleep at 9pm.
"I don't go out as much as I used to but I still love a party. I'm not ready to start knitting yet."
The 55-year-old presenter underwent a mastectomy, six doses of chemotherapy and 15 sessions of radiotherapy, but she didn't like to think of recovering from cancer as a "battle" and instead she tried to focus on "getting better".
She told Closer magazine: "I never thought about it in those terms. It can become a fight if you think you might lose it but, for me, it was always just about getting better.
"I tried not to think about it - if you think about something too much, it becomes terrifying."
Carol also praised her fiancé Mark Cassidy who was with her every step of the way and even offered to shave off his own hair as she began to lose hers.
She added: "He offered to shave his head too but I said don't be daft. It won't make me feel any better seeing you with no hair."
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Shayne Ward and his cat are "inseparable".
The 'Coronation Street' actor was delighted to keep moggy Princess Nunu when he and fiancee Faye McKeever split up last year and says the animal is devoted to him.
He said: "Don't laugh but my cat's called Princess Nunu. She's a British shorthair.
"My ex-partner, Faye, loved cats so we got one together. I got to keep one and we're now inseparable. She's a proper daddy's girl."
The 30-year-old hunk - who plays Aidan Connor in 'Corrie' - isn't sure whether he's a hit with women or not, but knows what he's looking for in his next partner.
He told Woman magazine: "People say that, like me, Aidan has a way with the ladies, but I haven't a clue if I have or not.
"I'm single, and more than anything, I'm looking for someone with a great personality, someone who is comfortable in their own skin and with no airs and graces. Who is my ideal woman? Well, she's married but I think Emma Willis has beautiful eyes."
Shayne Ward devoted to his cat
Shayne Ward and his cat are "inseparable".
The 'Coronation Street' actor was delighted to keep moggy Princess Nunu when he and fiancee Faye McKeever split up last year and says the animal is devoted to him.
He said: "Don't laugh but my cat's called Princess Nunu. She's a British shorthair.
"My ex-partner, Faye, loved cats so we got one together. I got to keep one and we're now inseparable. She's a proper daddy's girl."
The 30-year-old hunk - who plays Aidan Connor in 'Corrie' - isn't sure whether he's a hit with women or not, but knows what he's looking for in his next partner.
He told Woman magazine: "People say that, like me, Aidan has a way with the ladies, but I haven't a clue if I have or not.
"I'm single, and more than anything, I'm looking for someone with a great personality, someone who is comfortable in their own skin and with no airs and graces. Who is my ideal woman? Well, she's married but I think Emma Willis has beautiful eyes."
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Michelle Keegan feels "more settled" since getting married.
The former 'Coronation Street' star tied the knot with Mark Wright four months ago, and despite dating Mark for three years before they said 'I do', the brunette beauty now feels more secure than ever.
She said: "I do feel more settled [since we got married]. I don't know why but I feel like more of a team. You become your own little family."
The 28-year-old actress and her spouse have been inundated with questions about when they plan to have children, and though Michelle insists they aren't ready just yet, they do hope to have kids one day, though not as large a family as she initially envisaged.
She told LOOK magazine: "My mum and Mark's mum keep asking when I am going to have a baby.
"After the wedding, it's the next question, but we've not thought about it much. I've always said I wanted four kids - but reality has set in - I couldn't deal with four! I've seen it first hand and it's hard work. We're in no rush yet."
The 'Ordinary Lies' actress believes the key to her and Mark's strong relationship is being "best friends" and having fun together.
Asked for relationship tips, she said: "Just have a laugh with each other. Plus, we always have a date night once a week. That's the key, being best friends and having a laugh."
Michelle Keegan feels settled
Michelle Keegan feels "more settled" since getting married.
The former 'Coronation Street' star tied the knot with Mark Wright four months ago, and despite dating Mark for three years before they said 'I do', the brunette beauty now feels more secure than ever.
She said: "I do feel more settled [since we got married]. I don't know why but I feel like more of a team. You become your own little family."
The 28-year-old actress and her spouse have been inundated with questions about when they plan to have children, and though Michelle insists they aren't ready just yet, they do hope to have kids one day, though not as large a family as she initially envisaged.
She told LOOK magazine: "My mum and Mark's mum keep asking when I am going to have a baby.
"After the wedding, it's the next question, but we've not thought about it much. I've always said I wanted four kids - but reality has set in - I couldn't deal with four! I've seen it first hand and it's hard work. We're in no rush yet."
The 'Ordinary Lies' actress believes the key to her and Mark's strong relationship is being "best friends" and having fun together.
Asked for relationship tips, she said: "Just have a laugh with each other. Plus, we always have a date night once a week. That's the key, being best friends and having a laugh."
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Chris Ellison has been evicted from 'Celebrity Big Brother'.
The 'Bill' actor was the second housemate to leave the show after receiving the least amount of public votes.
Speaking to host Emma Willis after his exit, he said: "I've just got fed up with it. It's just so mad in there; I thought I was losing my sanity. Crazy arguments and shouting and screaming, it got a bit boring. I wanted to do my best."
The 68-year-old actor - who was nominated for eviction alongside Bobby Davro, Gail Porter and Stevi Ritchie and Chloe-Jasmine Whichello - also admitted the secret to avoiding a clash with fellow contestant Farrah Abraham was to ignore her and "tell her to not come near me".
In his exit interview, Chris revealed he was confident of the UK team's success.
He shared: "They're coping just fine. We are British darling. We don't turn on each other. We don't do that."
After the eviction, the show's 39-year-old host also revealed a twist is taking place shortly - a fake, fake eviction.
She explained to an excited crowd: "There is going to be a double fake eviction. Yes, we have got a secret room. Yes two housemates will be spying on the house.
"However, this time, we will be letting the rest of the house in on the plan. It's a fake, fake eviction and it's going to be awesome!"
Chris Ellison evicted from Celebrity Big Brother
Chris Ellison has been evicted from 'Celebrity Big Brother'.
The 'Bill' actor was the second housemate to leave the show after receiving the least amount of public votes.
Speaking to host Emma Willis after his exit, he said: "I've just got fed up with it. It's just so mad in there; I thought I was losing my sanity. Crazy arguments and shouting and screaming, it got a bit boring. I wanted to do my best."
The 68-year-old actor - who was nominated for eviction alongside Bobby Davro, Gail Porter and Stevi Ritchie and Chloe-Jasmine Whichello - also admitted the secret to avoiding a clash with fellow contestant Farrah Abraham was to ignore her and "tell her to not come near me".
In his exit interview, Chris revealed he was confident of the UK team's success.
He shared: "They're coping just fine. We are British darling. We don't turn on each other. We don't do that."
After the eviction, the show's 39-year-old host also revealed a twist is taking place shortly - a fake, fake eviction.
She explained to an excited crowd: "There is going to be a double fake eviction. Yes, we have got a secret room. Yes two housemates will be spying on the house.
"However, this time, we will be letting the rest of the house in on the plan. It's a fake, fake eviction and it's going to be awesome!"
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Gary Lucy's wife Natasha has given birth to a baby girl.
The former 'EastEnders' actor and his partner of 11 years - whom he married in November last year - are said to have welcomed their third child, according to OK! Online.
The couple - who already have nine-year-old daughter India and four-year-old son Elvis together - were thrilled to announce they were expecting another child in July.
Gary said at the time: "I was really excited when I found out."
However, Natasha - who was already six months pregnant when they decided to reveal their happy news - admitted they hadn't planned to get pregnant.
She said: "It was actually a bit of a surprise because although we've discussed having more children, it wasn't exactly planned.
"But it's like something's been gifted to us - it's the best wedding present ever. It's like it was meant to be."
Gary and Lucy also revealed Elvis was thrilled at the prospect of having a little sister as well as an older one.
Natasha shared: ""He keeps talking about how he's going to be a big brother and look after his little sister, which is really nice to hear."
And although their new daughter wasn't planned, the couple have confessed they'd like one more child to complete their brood.
Natasha added: "Two boys and two girls would be perfect, especially for Elvis to have another boy around when he's a bit older."
Gary Lucy’s wife gives birth to baby girl
Gary Lucy's wife Natasha has given birth to a baby girl.
The former 'EastEnders' actor and his partner of 11 years - whom he married in November last year - are said to have welcomed their third child, according to OK! Online.
The couple - who already have nine-year-old daughter India and four-year-old son Elvis together - were thrilled to announce they were expecting another child in July.
Gary said at the time: "I was really excited when I found out."
However, Natasha - who was already six months pregnant when they decided to reveal their happy news - admitted they hadn't planned to get pregnant.
She said: "It was actually a bit of a surprise because although we've discussed having more children, it wasn't exactly planned.
"But it's like something's been gifted to us - it's the best wedding present ever. It's like it was meant to be."
Gary and Lucy also revealed Elvis was thrilled at the prospect of having a little sister as well as an older one.
Natasha shared: ""He keeps talking about how he's going to be a big brother and look after his little sister, which is really nice to hear."
And although their new daughter wasn't planned, the couple have confessed they'd like one more child to complete their brood.
Natasha added: "Two boys and two girls would be perfect, especially for Elvis to have another boy around when he's a bit older."
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