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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Emotional moment comedian Celeste Barber reveals why The Project axing is 'loss' to the arts - as hard hitting news show replacing it is revealed
Celeste Barber has shared an emotional moment with the outgoing cast of The Project after the show was axed. The comedian said she strong-armed her way onto the show after learning it was in its final days. The 43-year-old said she wanted to express how important the show was to comedians and people in the arts like herself. 'I actually nudged my way in to come onto the show tonight, everyone. I wasn't meant to be on, but when I heard that you guys aren't going to be around for much longer, I wanted to come on and say hi' she said. 'I know other people have said it, there is no other show that does what you guys do. There is no other show that supports the arts, supports touring comedians in this country, there just isn't. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'I appreciate it and I hate interviews, I hate them. I never do them. I really don't like them, but I always love coming here and talking with you guys. 'It means the world that you have always got me on. All through the weird stuff that I do' Celeste added. Her comments drew 'awws' from the show's panel of hosts, who were clearly moved. The Project was officially axed after 16 years last week, and will air its final episode on June 27. Network 10 announced the news last Monday, sharing a post to Facebook thanking viewers for their support before announcing the show's replacement. Hosts Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris and Hamish Macdonald will also reportedly exit the network, while comedian Sam Taunton will continue his guest appearances on other Ten shows. The news show, which has been in a ratings free-fall since Carrie Bickmore left her seat as host at the end of 2022, has aired 'nearly 4,500 episodes' to date and will wrap up in three weeks. Daily Mail Australia previously revealed The Project was under review and set to be axed on March 16. After announcing The Project was ending, Ten then released another statement announcing a news program will be replacing the axed show. 'Network 10 will be introducing a revised early evening program schedule later this month,' a spokesperson said. 'At the core of the changes will be an expansion of Network 10's successful news coverage, with the launch of a new national one-hour 6pm news, current affairs and insights program six days a week to complement 10's one-hour 5pm local news bulletins. 'This reflects the successful growth in audiences to Network 10 local news bulletins and coverage. Our focus continues to be on serving our free-to-air audiences with more of the content they are increasingly watching.' The new show taking over the slot left behind by the axing of The Project has dropped its first trailer. Channel Ten has shared a glimpse of their upcoming 'classy' current affairs show called 10 News+ in a teaser trailer posted to social media on Tuesday night. In the clip, hosts Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace promise to deliver 'trust and truth' and put the 'truth first' in their reporting on the new show, which begins airing on Monday, June 30 at 6pm, after the five o'clock news bulletin. 'After 30 years as an on the road journalist, travelling to every corner of the globe, two things are constant - trust and the truth' Hitchcock said. 'Covering news can really throw you into the thick of it. You get to see an experience history unfolding' Brace added. 'Now together, we're bringing you 10 News+ at six from Monday, June 30' Hitchcock announced. A preview of what the show will have on offer was then related by Brace, including 'a political party torn apart, conflicts causing chaos, bills pushing families to the brink. 'If it affects your life, we will ask the tough questions' the pair promised.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Comedian Celeste Barber shares sad confession as she reveals how she has been forced to relive childhood trauma
Comedian Celeste Barber has opened up about her traumatic high school years. The 43-year-old mother-of-two said that can't 'shake' the experience of being bullied by 'mean girls' as a teen during an appearance on the ABCs 7.30 Report on Wednesday. Asked by host Sarah Ferguson whether she would front up to a school reunion, Celeste confessed sadly that the last time there was a get together she was left off the guest list. 'I was invited to one and I went to that,' Celeste explained, 'And I was a ball of angst the entire time. 'There has been one since then and I wasn't invited to it.' Celeste teased that her old school mates may not have liked what she shared in her 2018 bestselling memoir Challenged Accepted, which detailed the bullying she suffered as a teen. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Comedian Celeste Barber (pictured) has opened up about her traumatic high school years. The 43-year-old mother-of-two said that can't 'shake' the experience of being bullied by 'mean girls' as a teen during an appearance on the ABCs 7.30 Report on Wednesday Asked by host Sarah Ferguson whether she would front up to a school reunion, Celeste confessed sadly that the last time there was a get together she was left off the guest list. Pictured: A throwback picture of Celeste during her school years During the segment she joked that she really wanted to go to her reunion because it was after her friendship with US designer Tom Ford had been making headlines. 'It [was] really annoying because that was the year I made out with Tom Ford, so I was like "this is the year...I can fly in on a jet with Tom Ford."' Elsewhere in the segment, Celeste had opened up about how her years of being bullied at school is still 'with her' as an adult. 'I think I would I would like to say it's not going to stay there forever. But it's still there now,' she said. 'Nothing hits like remembering what it was like to have people go after you for years for no reason.' Still, Celeste managed to find humour during the chat, adding that even she did get an invite for a reunion she would hit the pause button, 'I did see one of the girls [from school] at Bunnings the other day and I screamed and ran the other way' she said. The mother-of-two, who rose to stardom in the last few years with a series of hilarious viral videos mocking celebrities and influencers peddling fashion and wellness trends, is heading into a national tour in August and September. As well as playing gigs in Sydney, and Melbourne, Celeste's Back Up Dancer Tour will be doing shows in regional centres like Ballarat, Bega, Tamworth and Cairns. Celeste will also take in Rockhampton, Toowoomba, Wollongong, Townsville, and Western Sydney before finishing the tour in Caloundra on September 7. It comes after Celeste revealed the secret behind her glowing complexion as she celebrated her 43rd birthday earlier this month. The Aussie funnywoman, took to social media on Friday to share a candid clip with her followers – and to plug the latest product from her skincare line, Booie Beauty. 'I turned 43 on Tuesday and I spent a fair amount of time looking at my face in the mirror,' Celeste wrote in her caption. 'A) because I was testing new products and B) because I'm really grateful for my face and for the lines on my face and I wanted to make sure I kept reminding myself that I'm excellent just as I am.' Celeste, who launched Booie Beauty just 10 months ago, said she's proud of the community that's quickly formed around her brand, which champions ageing with confidence and humour.
ABC News
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Celeste Barber takes her comedy show on regional tour
Australian comedian Celeste Barber is a global sensation, with nearly 10 million followers on Instagram and sold-out tour dates across the world's major cities. In August she'll bring her hit show Backup Dancer home to Australia, visiting regional towns from Wendouree to Toowoomba for the first time.
Daily Mail
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Celeste Barber, 43, reveals the secret behind her youthful glow as she spruiks new skincare line: 'I'm excellent just as I am'
Celeste Barber has revealed the secret behind her glowing complexion as she celebrated her 43rd birthday this week. The Aussie funnywoman, known for mocking celebrity culture with her wildly popular parody videos, took to social media on Friday to share a candid clip with her followers – and to plug the latest product from her skincare line, Booie Beauty. In the footage, Celeste was seen having a hydrating cleanser gently applied to her face as she beamed at the camera. Her skin looks radiant and refreshed, proving she practices what she preaches when it comes to ageing gracefully. 'I turned 43 on Tuesday and I spent a fair amount of time looking at my face in the mirror,' Celeste wrote in her caption. 'A) because I was testing new products and B) because I'm really grateful for my face and for the lines on my face and I wanted to make sure I kept reminding myself that I'm excellent just as I am.' Celeste, who launched Booie Beauty just 10 months ago, said she's proud of the community that's quickly formed around her brand, which champions ageing with confidence and humour. 'If you haven't already, check out @booiebeauty,' she urged fans. 'It's all about bringing out the best version of you, and celebrating the excellent faces we have as they grow older and wiser and a little more pickled.' She also revealed the brand had launched a 'super sexy hydrating cleanser' on her birthday, with more products in the pipeline over the coming months. 'I'm proud as punch of the community we have already created in 10 short months. You guys are the t**s,' she added cheekily. She joked one of the benefits of her beauty product is that it would 'make it look like you actually slept.' Celeste is known for mocking models and celebrities, and is currently touring her latest stand-up comedy show across Europe. In July, Celeste moved into the beauty space by launching her own affordable makeup brand. Since launching, it has been a hit, with some items already sold out on the brand's website. Among the offerings are the Where The Hell Is My…? Nourished Lip Stick in three colours for $28 each. Also on sale is the Bam! Bam! Bam! Lip, Cheek and Eye Tint in two shades for just $22. In 2021, Celeste appeared on The Project and revealed that desperate influencers and celebrities often contact her begging to be parodied. 'Yep. Heaps,' she said when asked if anyone had asked to be featured on her profile. 'I also get people going, "Have you seen seen so and so? You need to parody her. She needs the followers." It's full on,' she added. However, Celeste has also made friends with some big names after mocking them. 'I am friendly with some of them, which is nice,' she said.
Sky News AU
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
‘It's important to blend in when travelling': Aussie comedian Celeste Barber shocks locals with Paris stunt
Celeste Barber has caused a sensation in Paris after stripping down to her underwear in the streets but some Parisians appeared unimpressed by the stunt. Barber, 42, is currently in the midst of her 'Backup Dancer' comedy tour through Europe and performed in the French capital on Tuesday. The following day, Barber took to the streets in nothing but lingerie, with several locals seen walking in the background with mouths agape. 'It's important to blend in when travelling,' Barber wrote alongside the snap. Barber's latest bold move was an homage to similar footage filmed by a young model in Italy. The Aussie comedian and actress has built an immense online following thanks to her social media posts spoofing glamorous models and Hollywood stars. Barber's latest clip attracted over 13,000 comments, with the likes of Lisa Wilkinson, Selma Blair and Real Housewives of Sydney's Caroline Gaultier all chiming in. 'The onlookers are gooooold!' Wilkinson wrote in reference to the stunned Parisians. 'Booking my tickets immediately. Togs packed. Put the kettle on,' actor Kate Mulvany added. The eye-popping stunt comes just weeks after Barber and her husband Api Robin unloaded their longtime Central Coast home after moving north to Tweed Heads. The couple, who share two children, originally paid just $565,000 for the five-bedroom home in 2014. The two-level home was built in the 1980s on just over 500sqm and ultimately sold last month for $1.045 million. It is understood the comedian and her tree surgeon husband now primarily reside in a ritzy $1.175 million penthouse atop a 1980s block overlooking Rainbow Bay.
