This was very much the established version of the Joan Collins story, from baby to Dynasty - cue deafening cheers and catfight clips - and beyond... more
Never is there a time more poignant than Christmas to marvel at your mother, who magicked Christmas not from a hat or an M&S branch but from the vast reserves of her own selflessness. ... more
Please sir, in my next life can I be John McFall or, failing that, a member of his Treasury Select Committee? The reason I ask is that it must be great fun to sit in judgment on others, to not have a clue how their industry works or where they're coming from, and then to slag them off... ... more
Sir Cliff Richard is shocked to find people are more interested in learning about his sexuality than his music. Here, in a candid interview with the Mail, he sets the record straight.... more
Italy's Ennio Marchetto's paper-and-cardboard fancy dress comedy act is a gloriously camp and unique family show. Tear along and enjoy, says Bruce Dessau.
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Sound check: German industrial metal band Rammstein literally play with fire in their live performances - and now they are about to unleash their singeing spectacle on London. Watch out for your eyebrows