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Daily Mirror
30 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Huge Coronation Street star quits soap and exit has already aired
One Coronation Street star's departure from the ITV soap has been confirmed after two years on the cobbles - and his final scenes have already aired on screen Coronation Street star Jack Carroll, known for his role as Bobby Crawford on the ITV soap, has left the show after two years - and fans have already seen his final scenes. The 26-year-old, who previously starred on ITV's Britain's Got Talent, joined the soap in 2023 as the nephew of Carla Connor, and the secret son of Rob Donovan. Last year, fans were left puzzled regarding the whereabouts of the character with some believing he had secretly quit the show then. He featured quite heavily in the soap earlier in the year and then suddenly disappeared with no mention of where he was. It's now been confirmed that Bobby has made his exit from the soap, although the door has been left open for a return. A source told The Mirror: "Bobby has had a dramatic couple of years on the cobbles, but the time has come to bid farewell. Actor Jack enjoyed his time on the soap, but it's time to move on. Viewers won't see the character exit the street as he's already left, with Jack filming his final scenes some time ago." "The door has been left open for Jack should he wish to come back to the show in the future. With his Aunty Carla there, Bobby will always have a place in Weatherfield." The character was last seen in the soap last month when he headed off to Spain to visit Simon Barlow. The trip came after he was accused of being Lauren Bolton's blackmailer. During his time on the cobbles, Jack's character Bobby was involved in a number of hard hitting storylines, including his shock reveal that he was killer Rob Donovan's secret son. His aunty Carla took him under her wing, but was left reeling when she found out Bobby had planned to help Rob escape after he had kidnapped her. Jack's exit follows a number of departures of young actors from the soap. Recently, Colson Smith left the soap after his character Craig Tinker was killed on the line of duty. Luca Toolan also departed the soap after his character Mason Radcliffe was stabbed and killed. Charlotte Jordan, who played Daisy Midgley also left the soap earlier this year as she left for Bali.
USA Today
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Why 'Brokeback Mountain' still stuns 20 years later
I remember the first time I heard about "Brokeback Mountain," the love story between two cowboys. My mom told me that my grandfather enjoyed the movie. A simple sentence, one that other prepubescent children might have forgotten. But as a closeted gay child, this sentence meant everything to me. It meant that maybe, someday, if I ever realized or told someone that I was gay, at least one person I knew close to me would be OK with it. And 20 years later, that's the film's legacy. "Brokeback Mountain," which returns to theaters June 20 to mark the movie's 20th anniversary, still stuns as a universal love story trapped in an unforgiving, hateful time. Director Ang Lee's film is also worth watching again and again to witness the importance of not merely tolerance, but unquestionable acceptance. Join our Watch Party! Sign up to receive USA TODAY's movie and TV recommendations right in your inbox What is 'Brokeback Mountain' about? "Brokeback Mountain" begins with two cowboys in 1963 Wyoming: Jack Twist (Jake Gyllenhaal) and Ennis Del Mar (Heath Ledger). They work atop the titular mountain for a summer, herding sheep and eating beans. The pair's natural chemistry and banter develops into a sexual relationship – and ultimately a loving one. But neither can express what's obvious to all watching, even with each other. "It's nobody's business but ours," Jack tells Ennis. Ennis insists he isn't "queer," and Jack says the same. Nonetheless, they carry on an affair for nearly two decades. Both marry women, have kids and sneak away for "fishing trips" together. Over time, Jack grows increasingly frustrated with not being able to spend more time with Ennis and even suggests they get a ranch together. Ennis is less than sold on the idea and can refer to their love only as "this thing" that takes hold of them when they're around each other. Even after Ennis and his wife, Alma (Michelle Williams), divorce, he still can't be all in with Jack the way Jack wants. (Spoilers ahead if you haven't seen the movie and don't want to know.) "I wish I knew how to quit you," Jack says, invoking the film's most famous line. It's implied a short time after that Jack is killed, perhaps in a hate crime – the very thing Ennis was always afraid of, after seeing the aftermath of such a murder when he was a child. Does 'Brokeback Mountain' still resonate? An initial thought that may percolate in a film nerd's head is that "Brokeback Mountain" lost the 2006 best picture Oscar to "Crash" – a decision that has left heads scratching to this day. But there's much more to talk about than losing an award. The film broke ground for the LGBTQ+ community the same way "Philadelphia" did more than a decade earlier, bringing the AIDS discussion to mainstream audiences and earning Tom Hanks his first Oscar. "Brokeback," on top of eight Oscar nominations, also showed that there was an audience for gay stories: It made $178 million worldwide. But the chief piece of its footprint on film is the love story. The actual "love" part of the story of Jack and Ennis is simple, despite difficult circumstances, and happens quickly. Other high-caliber LGBTQ+ movies, like "Call Me By Your Name" and "Portrait of a Lady on Fire," are beautiful, but the build-up to the romance makes up more of the film than the romance itself. "Brokeback Mountain" takes a different approach: The main characters have sex before the film wraps up its first act, allowing viewers to linger in the established love for the rest of the movie. This decades-long, nuanced relationship, presented to a mass audience, altered the way people felt about gay romance and reflected a growing broader societal shift in favor of gay rights. That shift panned out in some respects, but backlash to LGBTQ+ progress has made the film ever more vital. What 'Brokeback Mountain' means for gay culture It may seem like gay culture has changed tremendously (and it has) since the movie's release. "Don't Ask Don't Tell," the ban on gays in the military, was repealed in 2010. The Supreme Court has since both legalized gay marriage and made it illegal to fire someone if they are gay, lesbian or transgender. But the LGBTQ+ community is still under threat, with legislation targeting the community ramping up the last few years. Outward anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment has surfaced amid the Trump administration's efforts to root out DEI in both public and private institutions. One film on its own cannot inherently create sweeping change. But "Brokeback Mountain," just by telling the story of two cowboys in love and the societal conventions that tore them apart, instructs its audience to listen. Sure, the film has its issues. Did straight actors take on roles in a gay love story? Yes. Did one of those characters die in service to the plot? Yes. Were these characters miserable through most of the film? Yes. But anything that could move the needle further toward LGBTQ+ acceptance is a film worth watching and discussing – especially one that also doesn't choose to put a sexuality label on its main characters, suggesting they aren't even necessary. When I think of a modern day Jack and Ennis, I picture them eyeing each other across a crowded bar in the same cowboy hats and jeans. Daring each other to make a move. No trauma holding them back, no secrets, no lies. Just smiling and flirting – everything society should've afforded them in the first place. My fervent hope: A parent or guardian watches this film, looks over at the teenager next to them and says how much they enjoyed the movie. You have no idea how that affirmation could change a life.
Glasgow Times
4 hours ago
- Glasgow Times
Calls made for safety cameras to be installed on Renfrewshire road
Jack Goodfellow was riding his KTM 790 Duke motorcycle when he was involved in an incident with a car on the B790 Houston Road in Johnstone last month. Emergency services attended, but tragically, the 30-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. Jack, who lived in Johnstone, had been with his partner Christina Jenkins for nearly seven years and doted on his two sons and three step-children. A petition has now been set up by Christina calling for speed cameras to be installed on the route. READ MORE: Fiancée pays tribute to 'amazing' partner who died in crash She feels Jack's death could have been prevented "if better safety measures" were in place on the route A statement read: "My partner lost his life on Houston Road, a place that has become synonymous with tragedy for many in Renfrewshire area. "Our beautiful moments together were cut short in a heartbeat, a heartbreaking reality no one should have to face. "His death could have been prevented if there were better road safety measures in place. "Houston Road has seen numerous accidents, yet despite these dangerous conditions, no significant action has been taken. "In 2022 alone, there were over 150 reported accidents on this stretch. "Many of these incidents could have been avoided with the installation of speed and surveillance cameras, measures proven to reduce road accidents by up to 59 per cent according to Traffic Safety Facts. "The local community has repeatedly expressed concern over reckless driving and speeding on this road. "Installing cameras would not only act as a deterrent for dangerous behaviour but would also provide valuable evidence in case of accidents, ensuring justice and accountability. "Safety cameras are an effective tool used in cities around the world to enhance road safety by discouraging speeding and reckless driving. "Renfrewshire should be no different. By installing cameras on Houston Road, we can protect lives and prevent further tragedies. "Join me in prioritising the safety of residents by installing cameras on Houston Road. "Your signature can drive change and save lives. Please sign this petition to make our roads safer for everyone."
Scottish Sun
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Coronation Street star quits after two years – and his final scenes have already aired
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CORONATION Street star Jack Carroll has quietly quit the show after two years. Actor and comedian Jack, 26, who lives with cerebral palsy, joined the soap back in October 2023 as Bobby Crawford, the secret son of killer Rob Donovan, and nephew of Carla Connor. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Jack Carroll has quit Coronation Street after 18 months Credit: ITV 2 The actor played Rob Donovan's secret son Credit: ITV Bosses made a big deal of his casting with Jack saying at the time: 'I'm delighted and honoured to be playing a part in the history of the cultural institution that is Coronation Street. "I hope Bobby brings viewers a lot of laughs in the vein of some of the street's classic comedy characters." But The Sun can reveal that Jack filmed his final scenes back in March, with his low-key exit airing on screen last month after his storyline came to a natural end. In scenes that played out on the 12th May, Bobby decided to fly out to Spain for a last minute holiday after close friend Lauren Bolton accused him of being her blackmailer. He told his aunt Carla, actress Alison King, that he would be joining Simon Barlow on his travels. Simon Barlow actor Alex Bain was also axed by bosses and left the soap last year. A Corrie source said: 'Jack loved his time on the cobbles but it came to a natural end for now. 'He did 18 months on the street and loved every minute of it. 'His exit was very low-key and even the viewers didn't realise his last minute holiday to Spain would be a permanent move. 'Jack wanted to go quietly and not make a fuss. Jack Carroll on Britain's Got Talent 'The door is very much open for him to return in future storylines.' Jack shot to fame at 14 when he was the runner up on the seventh series of Britain's Got Talent in 2014. Coronation Street's 2024 shock exits Corrie has said goodbye to several cast members this year. Let's break down who's left the famous soap: Eliza Woodrow (Savannah Kunyo) has said farewell to Corrie to start a new life in Germany. The youngster moved to live with her dad Dom Everett, who went back on the £10,000 bribe Eliza's grandfather Stu had offered to keep him out of her life. Paul Foreman (Peter Ash) will bow out of the soap this summer when he loses his fight with motor neurone disease (MND) in tragic scenes. After being diagnosed last year, the fan favourite was devastated to learn he only had months left to live. Viewers know he is planning to take his own life to end his suffering. Summer Spellman (Harriet Bibby) departed the cobbles after being offered the opportunity of a lifetime to study in America. Though she struggled to decide with her stepdad Paul's impending death from MND, she was convinced she had to live her life to the full. Simon Barlow (Alex Bain) has struggled with the sudden departure of his father Peter from the cobbles. The Weatherfield legend left his family and loved ones behind on Boxing Day, 2023, when his wife Carla Connor encouraged him to travel around the world with a friend. Simon's been on a downward spiral ever since and his exit could end in tragedy. Alya Nazir is set to leave the cobbles as actress Sair Khan prepares to go on maternity leave ahead of the birth of her first child. It looks likely she'll be heading to Dublin after securing a lucrative new job, leaving her colleague and fling Adam Barlow behind. Show stalwart Sue Cleaver, who plays Eileen Grimshaw, is taking a break to star in the Sister Act The Musical UK tour. She will be back filming in May once her dates on the tour come to an end. Her character left the Street after her son Jason broke his back after falling off a moped in Asia. His stand up comedy routine was a hit with the judges and viewers alike and he went on to appear on Saturday Night at the London Palladium, Jason Manford's Funny Old Week and Live At the Apollo as well as completing his first national live tour. Since filming his Corrie exit Jack has been busy with a new podcast, Love int North, which celebrates the most northern love stories.
The Irish Sun
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street star quits after two years – and his final scenes have already aired
CORONATION Street star Jack Carroll has quietly quit the show after two years. Actor and comedian Jack, 26, who lives with cerebral palsy, joined the soap back in October 2023 as Advertisement 2 Jack Carroll has quit Coronation Street after 18 months Credit: ITV 2 The actor played Rob Donovan's secret son Credit: ITV Bosses made a big deal of his casting with Jack saying at the time: 'I'm delighted and honoured to be playing a part in the history of the cultural institution that is Coronation Street. "I hope Bobby brings viewers a lot of laughs in the vein of some of the street's classic comedy characters." But The Sun can reveal that Jack filmed his final scenes back in March, with his low-key exit airing on screen last month after his storyline came to a natural end. In scenes that played out on the 12th May, Bobby decided to fly out to Spain for a last minute holiday after close friend Lauren Bolton accused him of being her blackmailer. Advertisement Read more on Coronation Street He told his aunt Carla, actress Alison King, that he would be joining Simon Barlow on his travels. Simon Barlow actor Alex Bain was also axed by bosses and left the soap last year. A Corrie source said: 'Jack loved his time on the cobbles but it came to a natural end for now. 'He did 18 months on the street and loved every minute of it. Advertisement Most read in Soaps 'His exit was very low-key and even the viewers didn't realise his last minute holiday to Spain would be a permanent move. 'Jack wanted to go quietly and not make a fuss. Jack Carroll on Britain's Got Talent 'The door is very much open for him to return in future storylines.' Jack shot to fame at 14 when he was the runner up on the seventh series of Britain's Got Talent in 2014. Advertisement Coronation Street's 2024 shock exits Corrie has said goodbye to several cast members this year. Let's break down who's left the famous soap: Eliza Woodrow (Savannah Kunyo) The youngster moved to live with her dad Dom Everett, who went back on the £10,000 bribe Eliza's grandfather Stu had offered to keep him out of her life. Paul Foreman (Peter Ash) After being diagnosed last year, the fan favourite was devastated to learn he only had months left to live. Viewers know he is planning to take his own life to end his suffering. Summer Spellman (Harriet Bibby) Though she struggled to decide with her stepdad Paul's impending death from MND, she was convinced she had to live her life to the full. Simon Barlow ( The Weatherfield legend Simon's been on a downward spiral ever since and his exit could end in tragedy. It looks likely she'll be heading to Dublin after securing a lucrative new job, leaving her colleague and fling Adam Barlow behind. Show stalwart Sue Cleaver, who plays Eileen Grimshaw, is taking a break to star in the Sister Act The Musical UK tour. She will be back filming in May once her dates on the tour come to an end. Her character left the Street after her son Jason broke his back after falling off a moped in Asia. His stand up comedy routine was a hit with the judges and viewers alike and he went on to appear on Saturday Night at the London Palladium, Jason Manford's Funny Old Week and Live At the Apollo as well as completing his first national live tour. Since filming his Corrie exit Jack has been busy with a new podcast, Love int North, which celebrates the most northern love stories.
