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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Gavin & Stacey star Larry Lamb, 77, goes shirtless in navy swim shorts as he braves a chilly dip in the sea at Tynemouth beach
Gavin & Stacey star Larry Lamb went shirtless in navy swim shorts as he braved a chilly dip in the sea at Tynemouth beach on Thursday. The actor, 77, proved age is just a number as he took a bracing early morning swim in the North Sea. Larry arrived by taxi at the beach just before 8am, where he wasted no time stripping off and heading straight for the water. Onlookers were stunned as Larry swam confidently in the chilly sea for nearly 40 minutes, emerging refreshed and beaming as he dried off. One witness said, 'He looked totally at ease - like it was just another morning routine. Fair play to him!' Larry is best known for his role in the now concluded sitcom where he plays the lovable Mick Shipman. His trip to Newcastle comes after last month Larry revealed that two actors objected to Smithy and Sonia getting married during Gavin and Stacey's Christmas special and stormed off the set during filming. He confessed that the scene of the famed final episode caused huge upset with unknowing extras who did not know what to do with the news. Speaking on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show, Larry explained the two actors 'had enough' and 'thought no he shouldn't'. He told Chris: 'When you're doing film and television it's all according to locations it's not at all according the clock or the calendar. 'So you can do jobs where you do the end on the first day because they could only get that location for that day but this they'd engineered it so we were going to be filming the last day on the last day, which was extraordinary, just amazing, but you still had to go through it and it got really, really emotional.' To which Chris replied: 'Of course you knew it was coming because you read the script 10 months ago, but your character can't know it's coming because that's not what happened. Larry said: 'You've got to live with it and watch all the extras sitting in the wedding scene, watching their faces because they didn't know anything about this. 'They're in there watching a wedding and all and so it's like, "what's going on here? Do we laugh? Do we cry? What are we supposed to do?" 'And they asked for people to stand up, two of the extras at the back, they just got up, they'd had enough, they thought, "no, he shouldn't". That was never written, they just thought, "no he shouldn't".' The Christmas special and finale came five years after the show's last Christmas instalment in 2019. It was hailed 'perfect' by viewers, who were left in tears as the long-running show finally aired its last episode after 17 years. While fans tuned into the episode to see whether Smithy had accepted Nessa's proposal from the 2019 Christmas Special, a five-year time jump revealed that he was indeed set to tie the knot, but all was not as it seemed. It was revealed that Smithy had instead got engaged to his girlfriend Sonia, who failed to impress the Shipman/West clan when she met them in the last festive episode. Fans were also treated to the surprise return of Sheridan Smith as Smithy's sister Rudi, and Pam Ferris as his mum Cath. It was hailed 'perfect' by viewers, who were left in tears as the long-running show finally aired its last episode after 17 years Yet when it came to Smithy's big day he realised that Nessa was his one true love and called off the wedding. The entire family jumped into Dave's coach and rushed to Southampton, where Nessa was preparing to set sail, and in a scene 17 years in the making, he declared his love for her, and asked her to reconsider leaving. While an ever-stoic Nessa insisted she wouldn't propose to Smithy again, instead he returned her offer from five years earlier, finally getting down on one knee and asking her to marry him. The episode then cut to Smithy and Nessa exchanging their vows at long last in an intimate ceremony in Barry, with the series ending with an emotional montage of the family marking the occasion at The Dolphin pub, before posing for a family snap together.
The Sun
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
British Soap Awards in chaos as bomb scare sparks emergency evacuation and stars flee London's Hackney Empire
THE British Soap Awards descended into chaos last night as a bomb threat sparked an emergency evacuation at London's Hackney Empire. The glitzy bash, hosted by Jane McDonald, Sir David Jason, and Larry Lamb, was thrown into turmoil when revellers were ordered to leave the venue just before 1am. 2 2 A source told The Mirror: 'It was total panic. Security rushed around and told everyone to get out immediately. At first, they didn't say why — but soon we were told there was a bomb threat. Everyone was left standing outside, confused and shocked.' Video footage shared online shows soap royalty including EastEnders' Tameka Empson and Hollyoaks hunk Emmett J Scanlan milling about on the street as crowds were ushered out of the iconic venue. Some stars were seen steaming outside, clearly annoyed as security refused to let them back in. 'It was surreal. One minute we were celebrating, the next we were out on the pavement wondering what was going on,' the source added. Attendees eventually drifted home as the building remained off-limits. The Sun has contacted ITV and the Met police for comment.
Wales Online
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Gavin and Stacey's Larry Lamb caught in train toilet nightmare after door lock fail
Gavin and Stacey's Larry Lamb caught in train toilet nightmare after door lock fail The 77-year-old actor, who played Mick Shipman, the dad of the titular character Gavin Shipman (Mathew Horne), in the hit BBC comedy for 17 years, forgot to lock the door of a revolving train toilet Larry Lamb (Image: BBC ) Larry Lamb was left red-faced after a 'Gavin and Stacey' fan walked in on him in a train toilet. The 77-year-old actor, who played Mick Shipman, the dad of the titular character Gavin Shipman (Mathew Horne), in the hit BBC comedy for 17 years, forgot to lock the door of a revolving train toilet, and it resulted in a fan opening the door and being greeted by Larry "sitting on the pot". He told Russell Kane on the latest episode of the 'Pack Your Bags' podcast: "You know these amazing revolving toilets on trains, where you press the button and you get in? "Well, try being from 'Gavin and Stacey', and you've forgotten to press the button that says close it. "And you're sitting on the pot, right? And it opens, and there's a woman standing there staring at you going, 'Oh, it's you!'" The former 'EastEnders' star also recalled the time when he missed out on meeting the late renowned tenor Luciano Pavarotti backstage at a concert hall in Verona, Italy, because he was too busy "chasing some French bird" that night in 1983. Article continues below The avid traveller, who was filming an Italian TV drama called 'Due Fratelli', explained: "We're filming in Verona. I'm playing an Italian doctor who's very dodgy, with a brother who's a magistrate, an investigating magistrate, like a senior policeman. "So he is going to be arresting his brother that I'm playing. "So part of the thing is we have to go to a big concert. So we're in Verona where they have this massive concert hall. So we go to Verona. "I've got enough Italian. It's not perfect, but it's like, as they would say, 'Bastanza per la comunicazione.' Enough to communicate, right? "So, I'm communicating with a guy called Bruno, who's the head man. Bruno is the head of the backstage of the Verona. "So, I chat with old Bruno, and he says to me, 'Look, if you want to come backstage tonight, Luciano Pavarotti is doing a concert here tonight. Come backstage, come to the stage door. I'll take you around, and you can meet him and stand there while we listen to him tuning up.' Article continues below "What do I do? I go chasing some French bird that night and didn't go."
The Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Legendary EastEnders villain addresses possible return to BBC soap – over a decade after iconic storyline
AN EASTENDERS villain has broken his silence on a possible return to Albert Square - despite being killed off in one of the soap's most iconic storylines over a decade ago. EastEnders legend Larry Lamb addressed the possibility of a shock return from beyond the grave for Archie Mitchell. 4 4 More than a decade ago, his villainous alter ego Archie Mitchell was bumped off in one of the soap's most explosive Christmas whodunnits. The 77-year-old national treasure played the twisted crook and rapist for 18 months, before he met his maker courtesy of Stacey Slater and a deadly blow from the Queen Vic bust. When asked if a fat paycheck might tempt him back to Albert Square, Larry told The Express: "It's not about that. People have got to be prepared to face the fact that stories come to an end. "Archie Mitchell had his day. They wrote a character that was so strong, so powerful, what are you going to do? "You can't go back and pretend he's come back to life." He added: "You know, I had a wonderful time doing it, the same as I had a wonderful time doing Gavin & Stacey, but that's it, the story is done. That's it." Meanwhile, The Sun on Sunday revealed that actor Jake Wood is making a shock return to EastEnders as Max Branning - after four years away. The star, 52, will reprise his role as love rat later this year in dramatic scenes. Jake quit the BBC One soap in 2021 after 15 years to focus on other acting projects. His comeback coincides with former on-screen lover Stacey Slater, played by Lacey Turner, preparing to depart Walford. EastEnders most shocking deaths from Barry's cliff fall to Ronnie and Roxie's drowning A telly source said: 'Jake's return is huge news for EastEnders fans as his character made a massive mark on the show. 'It'll raise some eyebrows after he was absent from the 40th anniversary earlier this year. "Bosses are excited about what his character's reappearance means for spicing up the plots. 'There is plenty to go at. Max has loads of unfinished business in the Square and is set to ruffle some feathers.' Most devastating soap deaths SOAP viewers are frequently left heartbroken after watching some of their favourite characters bite the dust. Here is a list of the most devastating deaths that have taken place in soapland over the years. EASTENDERS Barry Evans - Evil Janine (Charlie Brooks) lured her trusting fiance to Scotland for a quickie marriage after learning he was dying. Her plan to inherit Barry's fortune was thwarted when Barry told her that the doctors had mixed up his medical files. Furious that she was no longer set for a windfall, she pushed Barry off a cliff after telling him their love was 'fake'. Bradley Branning - Bradley was accused of killing Stacey Slater's rapist Archie Mitchell (Larry Lamb) after he punched him twice on the night he died. He was spotted in the Square by a police woman who chased him up a fire escape. Bradley lost his balance and tragically plunged to his death. CORONATION STREET Tina McIntyre - Tina was getting it on with Peter Barlow - despite him being married to Carla Connor. When she threatened to reveal the truth, Carla's brother Rob got into a physical altercation with her. Tina lost her footing and fell off a balcony - then warned Rob she was going to tell the cops he pushed her. In a panic, Rob brutally clobbered her over the head with a metal pipe. Molly Dobbs - Molly was one of the victims in Corrie's 2010 tram crash, alongside Ashley Peacock (Steven Arnold). Married to Tyrone (Alan Halsall), Molly had been having an affair with Kevin Webster (Michael Le Vell) in the months before her death. This resulted in the birth of their son, Jack (Kyran Bowes), who was named after Jack Duckworth. As fate would have it, Kevin's wife Sally (Sally Dynevor) was by Molly's side in her final moments. Sally was stunned as Molly confessed Kevin was Jack's father, before dying of her injuries. Vera Duckworth - Having appeared regularly in Corrie since the 1970s, there was no denying Vera Duckworth was an iconic character. Alongside her husband Jack, the pair formed one of the soap's most beloved couples. Viewers were heartbroken when Vera was killed off in 2008, being discovered having passed away peacefully in her chair. Liz Dawn, who played Vera, made a brief return two years later for Bill Tarmey's exit as Jack. Paul Foreman - Fans were heartbroken when Paul Foreman succumbed to his illness after battling motor neurone disease. Introduced in 2018 as David Platt's (Jack P. Shepherd) cellmate, he later embarked on a romance - and marriage - with vicar Billy Mayhew. The MND storyline was announced in 2023 - with the expectation it would result in the character's death. EMMERDALE Sarah Sugden - After the family got into financial problems, Sarah's son Andy (Kelvin Fletcher) decided to make some quick cash from an insurance company by setting fire to the Sugden barn. He didn't realise his mum was inside the building, and she got trapped in the blaze. Nine villagers - The shocking 1993 plane crash episode brought in 18 million viewers for Emmerdale. Mark Hughes was killed by a falling wall, Archie Brooks was burned by jet fuel, Elizabeth Pollard was killed by debris and newcomer Leonard Kempinski died in a car crash caused by the crash. Five other non-recurring characters from the village also died. HOLLYOAKS Carmel McQueen - The talented singer died in shocking scenes when a train crashed into a her family's car. Carmel managed to free her cousin Theresa from the rubble - but got stuck in it herself. Moments later the train exploded and Carmel died in the arms of her family members, promising to be their guardian angel. Lothario Max had four marriages and ten affairs - luring a total of 15 women into his bed, including his son Bradley's partner Stacey. He left Albert Square to start to a new life in New Zealand. This comes after EastEnders scooped a TV Bafta for best soap - with executive producer Kate Oates teasing: 'If you like a return, I don't think you're going to be disappointed because there's potentially one on the cards. We've got some uncharted territory.' EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday at 7:30pm on BBC One or stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer. 4 4
Scottish Sun
09-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Major UK pub chain with over 500 boozers is giving away thousands of free pints next week – how to claim yours
One lucky customer is also in for the chance to scoop a life-changing £10,000 DRINK UP Major UK pub chain with over 500 boozers is giving away thousands of free pints next week – how to claim yours Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAJOR UK pub chain with over 500 boozers is pouring thousands of free pints next week - find out how to claim yours. Punters can nab themselves a drink on the house - from Birra Moretti to Gin and Tonic. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 A major UK pub chain with over 500 boozers pouring thousands of free pints next week Credit: Getty The offer couldn't come at a better time as evenings begin to feel warmer and beer gardens across the UK start to call your name. To mark it's 10th anniversary, Craft Union, is giving away 10,000 free pints at pubs across the UK. The deal applies on Wednesday, May 14th and customers can choose from a range of bevvies. Savvy drinkers could enjoy a free Birra Moretti, but if this doesn't take your fancy why not sip a single Gordons and mixer. For the kids, or those who prefer something non-alcoholic, Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero, Diet Coke, and Schweppes Lemonade are all included. The beauty of this giveaway is how simple it is - all you have to do to claim your free drink is turn up and ask. Alongside the freebie, Craft Union are also raising money for local causes. On Wednesday 10p from every pint sold will be donated and it's estimated £20,000 will be raised. The company's pubs have raised £1 million for local causes altogether so far. As part of the initiative, one lucky punter is also in for the chance to scoop a life-changing £10,000. Larry Lamb reveals his Channel 5 show with his son has been AXED after he quit TV for a totally different job Every pint purchased on the day will come with a QR code giving guests the chance to enter the draw. They only have to wait until the following day to learn if they've hit the jackpot. Since Craft Union served it's first customer in 2015 at their original site in Stoke-on-Trent. The chain now has a whopping 637 pubs to it's name. Frazer Grimbleby, Managing Director at Craft Union, said: 'We're proud to be marking our 10th anniversary with three initiatives to give back to our guests as a thank you for how they have supported Craft Union over the last decade. 'We're delighted to have raised more than one million pounds for local causes in the last 12 months, and we are incredibly grateful to our guests for their unwavering support and enthusiasm in raising funds for charities - so what better way to show our appreciation than a drink on us! 'Make sure you get yourself down to your local Craft Union pub on Wednesday to claim your one free drink while stocks last, we're expecting the nation to get through 10,000 drinks in no time at all!' Craft Union is now the UK's fastest-growing pub company with 78 pubs opening in the last 12 months alone. This comes as the best pubs around the UK have been revealed - check if your local is on the list. The National Pub and Bar Awards has shared its shortlist of boozers and restaurants in with the chance of claiming the prestigious title of Pub and Bar of the Year 2025. The awards, organised by the Pub and Bar magazine, recognise the best venues in the UK based on a range of criteria including service, style of offer, marketing and customer journey. Almost 100 county winners will be chosen from the shortlist before a grand final in June where regional winners then the grand title of National Pub and Bar of the Year will be announced. Among the nominees this year is The George in Castleton, a small pub nestled in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Another is Beekies Neuk in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, a pub and restaurant serving local produce and large selection of whiskies, rums and gins. Also on the shortlist is the Black Bear Inn in Gwent, Wales, a rurally-situated inn with a rustic feel. Bogans, in Tyrone, Northern Ireland, is also nominated this year, known for welcoming punters of all ages. The Red Lion in Kettering features too - a traditional village pub serving locally-sourced food. Find the full list here.
