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Charismatic star who shunned the Hollywood limelight

THE “King of Cool” was one of the biggest blue-eyed heart-throbs of his time, but the Hollywood actor had humble and troubled beginnings. McQueen’s childhood was in no way rosy. Born to a teenage moth

Sundance kid (1936–2025)

At 1.30pm on Thursday 25 February 1971, the character of Mr Benn walked cheerfully into many children’s lives. The first episode of the animated series saw Benn, an ordinary resident of 52 Festive Roa

A shining light went out last week when Hollywood icon Robert Redford passed away at the age of 89. The twice-married actor – who tragically lost two of his four children – founded the Sundance Film Festival in Utah, promoting independent films. But he’ll always be remembered for these outstanding big screen moments. Goodnight, Mr Redford -the bright lights of Hollywood just got a little dimmer.

Already ruling Sunday nights as King Harold II in BBC1 period drama King & Conqueror, from Thursday, British actor – and reluctant heartthrob – James Norton is starring in Netflix series House Of Guin