What channel is Wales v Northern Ireland international friendly on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch Wales v Northern Ireland in an international friendly, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Wales host Northern Ireland on Tuesday evening in what is set to be a sombre international friendly at the Cardiff City Stadium. The pair were hoping to be battling for a World Cup place but defeats in the qualifying play-off semi-finals last Thursday ended their hopes of reaching this summer's tournament in North America. Wales were on course to beat Bosnia-Herzegovina before a late Edin Dzeko equaliser took the game to extra-time and then penalties, where Craig Bellamy's side suffered a gutwrenching defeat. The odds were always stacked against Northern Ireland, who travelled to Bergamo to face Italy and lost 2-0 despite a battling display from Michael O'Neill's young squad. In a cruel quirk of the schedule, neither nation will have long to lick their wounds and must instead ready themselves for a friendly on Tuesday evening. Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Wales v Northern Ireland on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Wales v Northern Ireland? Wales v Northern Ireland will take place on Tuesday 31 March 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Wales v Northern Ireland kick-off time Wales v Northern Ireland will kick off at 7:45pm. What TV channel is Wales v Northern Ireland on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on BBC One Wales, BBC One Northern Ireland, and BBC Three. There is also Welsh language coverage of the game on S4C. How to live stream Wales v Northern Ireland online You can live stream the online match via BBC iPlayer. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Wales v Northern Ireland on radio? Unfortunately this match will not be aired on national radio. Check your local BBC radio station for more information. Advertisement Wales v Northern Ireland odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Wales (7/10) Draw (5/2) Northern Ireland (7/2)* Bet Boost odds: Harry Wilson to score from outside the box – 6/1 7/1 For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. *Odds subject to change. 18+. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org. Note – The bonus code RT365 does not change the offer amount in any way. Check out more of our <a id="menurm6i" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sport/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sport/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Sport">Sport coverage or visit our <a id="menurm6k" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/tv-listings/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/tv-listings/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link TV Guide">TV Guide and <a id="menurm6m" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/streaming-guide/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/streaming-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Streaming Guide">Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to <a id="menurm6o" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/audio/podcasts/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/audio/podcasts/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link The Radio Times Podcast">The Radio Times Podcast.
BBC unveils YouTube spin-off series for popular comedy show as part of wider digital strategy
The new show promises to be "the maddest YouTube format ever".
The BBC has unveiled a YouTube spin-off series of popular comedy show Things You Should Have Done as part of its wider digital strategy. Things You Should Have Done is a BBC Three sitcom created by internet personality, comedian and actress Lucia Keskin, known online as Chi with a C. It follows Keskin as a self-confessed "stay-at-home-daughter" who is left to fend for herself after her parents suddenly die in a car crash. She is then only able to access her inheritance on the condition she completes a list of "Things You Should Have Done" left by her parents which includes everything from "pet a dog" to "get a job". Each episode sees her character unleashed in Ramsgate, Kent as she attempts to cross another item off the list. The first season debuted in 2024 and was renewed for a second series which aired earlier this year, following a wave of award wins, including a BAFTA, for its debut. Series two saw Chi once again grappling with life, death, and everything in between alongside her step cousin Lucas (Jamie Bisping) and unhinged and wildly unprofessional grief counsellor Ruth (Bridget Christie). Now, a new YouTube spin-off series, entitled What Have You Done?, where dysfunctional but lovable hosts Chi and Lucas invite eight bewildered celebrities to sit on their pedalo on Ramsgate Boating Lake, has been unveiled The celebrities and hosts discuss things they wish they'd done in their lives, alongside a few confessions about moments they perhaps wish they hadn’t. Jon Petrie, BBC Director of Comedy, said: "We’re excited to continue exploring comedy on YouTube, from the vantage point of Chi’s pedalo. Big thanks to all the brilliant guests who gamely climbed aboard to chat with Chi and Lucas." What Have You Done? is part of the BBC's strategy to commission content for YouTube, with short-form, personality-driven content that is designed to engage new audiences both on YouTube and BBC iPlayer. Joining Chi and Lucas on the pedalo to discuss their missed opportunities, failed dreams and hidden desires are rapper Big Zuu, broadcaster Kate Garraway, comedian Sam Campbell and drag queen Tia Kofi. Later episodes see them joined by TV presenter Konnie Huq, actress Tamzin Outhwaite and comedians Lou Sanders and Josh Pugh. The first two episodes featuring Kate Garraway, then Big Zuu are available to watch now on the official BBC YouTube channel and BBC iPlayer, with additional episodes released weekly. Series one and two of Things You Should Have Done are available on BBC iPlayer now. Add Things You Should Have Done to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
What channel is Italy v Northern Ireland World Cup 2026 qualifying play-off on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch Italy v Northern Ireland in the World Cup 2026 qualifying play-offs, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Northern Ireland's route to a first World Cup in 40 years is through Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo, where they face Italy in the qualifying play-off semi-finals on Thursday evening. Michael O'Neill's young squad are now just two wins away from securing a spot at this summer's tournament in North America and writing their names into football history. The odds are stacked against visitors but their defence and clinical finishing, which earned them a win against Germany and nearly saw them pip Slovakia to second in qualifying Group A, could be the recipe for a famous upset. The pressure is on Italy, who are desperate to avoid missing out on a third successive World Cup – a nightmare scenario for the four-time winners and two-time European champions. Gennaro Gattuso has plenty of talent in his ranks, including Man City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali, and Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori, but two defeats to Norway saw them miss out on automatic qualification. A trip to either Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina on Tuesday awaits Thursday's winner. Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Italy v Northern Ireland on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Italy v Northern Ireland? Italy v Northern Ireland will take place on Thursday 26 March 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Italy v Northern Ireland kick-off time Italy v Northern Ireland will kick off at 7:45pm. What TV channel is Italy v Northern Ireland on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on BBC One Northern Ireland and BBC Three. All of Northern Ireland and Wales play-offs will be live on the BBC, with the rest of the UEFA qualifiers on Amazon Prime PPV. How to live stream Italy v Northern Ireland online You can live stream the online match via BBC iPlayer. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Italy v Northern Ireland on radio? Unfortunately this match will not be aired on national radio. Check your local BBC radio station for more information. Advertisement Italy v Northern Ireland odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Italy (2/7) Draw (9/2) Northern Ireland (10/1)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. 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Watching I Kissed a Boy changed my life and its axing alongside I Kissed a Girl sets an ugly precedent
It proved that queer TV isn’t just important representation - we also make brilliant TV.
After more than a decade of calling out for more LGBTQ+ representation on Love Island, I Kissed A Boy came along and delivered more than anyone could have anticipated: a queer dating show that felt joyful and genuinely transformative. Hosted by Dannii Minogue, a woman who has proven herself to be one of the staunchest allies imaginable, I Kissed A Boy and I Kissed A Girl were not just game-changing moments in queer television. Even after more than 30 years of living as a gay man, I learned more about my community from one show than I had in my entire lifetime. The axe falling on I Kissed A Boy and I Kissed A Girl sets an ugly precedent: that queer reality television doesn't matter. It says that it doesn't work and that, despite such an overwhelmingly positive response from both queer and straight viewers, there is no space for LGBTQ+ reality television. "We are exceptionally proud of I Kissed a Boy/Girl, the UK's first dating show for the LGBTQ+ community," a spokesperson for the BBC announced. "We would like to thank our fabulous Cupid Dannii Minogue and the entire team at Twofour for bringing the series to screen. Unfortunately, we have to make difficult choices in light of our funding challenges and there are no current plans for the show to return." But even more important than ratings or changing the landscape of queer representation, I Kissed A Boy and I Kissed A Girl have been fundamental in making me feel like I belong. I saw so much of myself in some of the contestants when I had always thought the insecurities I felt were unique to me. In series two, when Adam put himself down and pushed Reuben away before he could be rejected, I recognised that instinct immediately. It’s a pattern so many queer people know: rejecting yourself before someone else can. Even better, Adam’s confidence began to flourish during his time in the Hacienda, he showed a self-love I could have only dreamed of at his age in the same position. Watching the importance of gay friendships play out on screen was incredibly powerful for me. It gave me the push I needed to actively seek out new gay friendships when I’d otherwise been coasting along in my straight circles, always struggling to find my place in the gay community. But there was a place waiting for me - I just had to make the effort to find it. I’ve since done just that and have never been happier. The I Kissed A Boy cast have done more to rid me of my shame, stop comparing myself to other gay men, and help me appreciate the qualities I already have than any therapy could. It showed me that all the parts of my queerness I once deemed unattractive in myself were, when I saw them in others, actually special - and deeply loved by the people around them. When it comes to my queerness, until my 30s I had lived such a sheltered life. I was carrying so much internalised homophobia - far heavier than I ever realised - until I finally let it go. Watching I Kissed A Boy and I Kissed A Girl made me see just how many years I'd lost: years I could have spent building queer friendships, embracing every part of my identity, and finding the kind of nourishment that only other queer people can provide. The cancellation of both shows isn't just the end of two of the best dating formats on television; it risks closing the door on stories that help queer viewers truly understand themselves - sometimes for the first time. Granted, I appreciate the BBC isn't in a position to fork out substantial sums of money just to give me free therapy. It is, however, a public service broadcaster that I pay a hefty fee to every year. And with the exception of I Kissed A Boy and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK - both still out of reach of the BBC’s two main channels - I see very little broadcasting that actually feels like it’s for me or my community. Perhaps my personal connection to I Kissed A Boy isn’t worth investing in. I would accept that if my relationship with both I Kissed A Boy and I Kissed A Girl were unique - but this is so far from the truth. The gay community has collectively never experienced such a unifying moment in dating television. Drag Race has been life-changing TV too - the world quite literally looks, sounds and feels different because of the impact of RuPaul’s international enterprise. But nothing has explored gay dating quite like this: gay relationships, rejection, the perils of confronting queer trauma, and finding your tribe to overcome it. Television is drowning in dating shows for straight people and there seems to be absolutely no sign of pulling the brakes on commissioning unoriginal new formats that do little to reinvent the wheel. Love Island still shows no sign of introducing more LGBTQ+ contestants, citing "logistical difficulties", when it could so easily introduce more bisexual contestants. It worked when Sophie Gradon and Katie Salmon pulled the rug from under producers to become the show's first same-sex pairing. For a format that now feels exhausted, bringing more queerness into the mix might finally make it relevant again. The chances of that happening have always been slim but with the premature cancellation of I Kissed A Boy and Girl, they now feel slimmer than ever. I Kissed A Boy and Girl were proof that the BBC was willing to take a gamble on us - crafting a show that wasn’t just a box-ticking exercise but something meticulously designed to authentically show what it means to be gay and what it means to find love as an LGBTQ+ person. It was a show clearly made for the queer community that ended up being loved by so many more. If there’s any justice - or sense - a rival channel will snap up the I Kissed A franchise. As queer people, we are always learning and evolving, and I Kissed A Boy and I Kissed A Girl, at least for me, were such an important part of that process. But ultimately, what matters most is this: it was simply fantastic television. And it proved that queer TV isn’t just important representation - we also make brilliant TV. A final season of I Kissed a Girl will air on BBC Three this summer. Previous seasons of I Kissed a Boy and I Kissed a Girl are available to watch on BBC iPlayer. 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BBC confirms acclaimed reality TV show format has been axed due to cost-cutting issues
The BBC has confirmed that acclaimed reality TV shows I Kissed a Boy and I Kissed a Girl have been axed due to cost-cutting issues. The same-sex dating show was the first of its kind for the BBC and was hosted by Australian pop legend Dannii Minogue, who was dubbed "Cupid". It launched in 2023 with an all-male cast with the following year's all-women edition called I Kissed a Girl, before switching back again in 2025. Despite the show's success, it's now been confirmed that "there are no current plans for the show to return" due to "funding challenges". A spokesman for the BBC told The Sun: "We are exceptionally proud of I Kissed a Boy/Girl, the UK’s first dating show for the LGBTQ+ community. "We would like to thank our fabulous Cupid Dannii Minogue and the entire team at Twofour for bringing the series to screen. "Unfortunately, we have to make difficult choices in light of our funding challenges and there are no current plans for the show to return." View Green Video on the source website A final season of I Kissed a Girl will be going ahead this year on BBC Three after which there won't be any future editions. Speaking of her time on the show, Minogue said: "Thank you Twofour Productions and BBC for allowing me to be a part of I Kissed a Boy and I Kissed a Girl series, it is such a powerful and important show. "I’m so proud the show has given us the chance to celebrate so many people from the LGBTQ+ community, who made up our cast. "I can’t wait for you to see the brand new series of I Kissed a Girl, bringing all the excitement and joy that this show represents. "The integrity and intention of why it was created, along with the love and care from the crew and production over the four seasons, has made it the most special experience for me in almost 40 years of television." As with similar dating shows currently popular, I Kissed a Boy/Girl features a cast of young people searching for love while living in a sunny Italian villa. Upon initially meeting the matches would kiss, as the title suggests, before even exchanging names or basic formalities. The couples would then attend regular "kiss offs" where they had to decide whether they wanted to stick with their current partner or seek a new connection. Whoever was not chosen was sent home. I Kissed a Girl will return to BBC Three this summer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
What channel is Palmeiras v Flamengo Copa Libertadores final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch Palmeiras v Flamengo in the Copa Libertadores final, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Palmeiras and Flamengo face off in an all-Brazilian Copa Libertadores final on Saturday evening. The 2025 champions of South America's elite club competition will be decided in front of 80,000 fans at the Estadio Monumental in Lima, Peru. The pair have been scrapping it out in Brazil's top tier this season, with Flamengo five points clear at the top, but put their domestic title aspirations aside this weekend. Both have three Copa Libertadores triumphs to their name already, with the winner set to become the most successful Brazilian side in the competition's history. If previous finals are anything to go by, Saturday's clash will not be short on drama or flair. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Palmeiras v Flamengo on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Palmeiras v Flamengo? Palmeiras v Flamengo will take place on Saturday 29th November 2025. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Palmeiras v Flamengo kick-off time Palmeiras v Flamengo will kick off at 9pm. What TV channel is Palmeiras v Flamengo on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on BBC Three from 8:50pm. How to live stream Palmeiras v Flamengo online You can live stream the online match via BBC iPlayer. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Palmeiras v Flamengo on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Advertisement Palmeiras v Flamengo odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Palmeiras (11/5) Draw (2/1) Flamengo (29/20)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. *Odds subject to change. 18+. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org. Note – The bonus code RT365 does not change the offer amount in any way. Check out more of our <a id="menurm6i" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sport/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sport/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Sport">Sport coverage or visit our <a id="menurm6k" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/tv-listings/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/tv-listings/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link TV Guide">TV Guide and <a id="menurm6m" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/streaming-guide/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/streaming-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Streaming Guide">Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to <a id="menurm6o" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/audio/podcasts/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/audio/podcasts/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link The Radio Times Podcast">The Radio Times Podcast.
Sex Education star Aimee Lou Wood's new rom-com and major career move confirms release date
Aimee Lou Wood's brand new romantic comedy-drama, Film Club, is coming to screens very soon. The series, which marks a big move for the former Sex Education star as her screenwriting debut, will begin on Tuesday 7th October at 10pm on BBC Three. But for those keen to watch it as soon as possible, all episodes will be released on BBC iPlayer from 6am before its BBC Three debut. The series stars not only Wood, but also Suranne Jones and Emmy award-winning Owen Cooper, who recently blew audiences away in Netflix's Adolescence. The series follows Evie (Wood) who hasn't left the house in six months after a 'wobble' but things are different one night at film club, as Noa (Nabhaan Rizwan) has big news. As per the synopsis, a dream job is taking him across the other side of the country, and for the first time, Evie and Noa are forced to consider that they might be more than just friends. The BBC has also released a trailer, offering a first glimpse at Evie and her film club, who deck her mum's garage out in whatever the movie calls for, and gives Evie the chance to spend a few uninterrupted hours with her best friend. You can watch the full trailer below. View oEmbed on the source website Also starring in the series are Arian Nik (Daddy Issues) and Fola Evans-Akingbola (The Night Agent) as film club members Kam and Samantha respectively and co-creator Ralph Davis is the film club's newest member, Dominic. Lisa McGrillis (Rivals) stars as Suz' friend and neighbour, Steph. Speaking of the series, Wood said: "When Ralph and I met a decade ago we knew pretty much instantly that we wanted to create something together and this feels deeply organic and idiosyncratic and right. "Jamie at Gaumont has been the most incredible collaborator and the BBC is the perfect home. Three of the most essential things to me have always been writing stories, watching films and acting so the fact I get to write a story ABOUT watching films AND act in it is beyond joyful.” Film Club begins on Tuesday 7th October at 10pm on BBC Three and iPlayer. Add Film Club to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
RuPaul's Drag Race UK 2025 cast: Meet the season 7 queens
The iconic RuPaul's Drag Race UK is returning for a sizzling seventh season on BBC Three, as 12 fierce drag queens all vie for the chance to be crowned the UK's Next Drag Race Superstar. Across 10 weeks, the season will see the queens go head-to-head in a series of challenges designed to test their skills. As ever, the queen who impresses Mama Ru the most will be awarded the RuPeter badge, while the bottoms will have to lip syncing for their lives and risk elimination. But RuPaul won't be alone in deciding who stays and who goes, with Michelle Visage, Alan Carr and Graham Norton all returning to the regular judging panel along with celebrity guests. So, who are the queens taking part? Scroll on to find out more about the cast of RuPaul's Drag Race UK season 7. RuPaul's Drag Race UK 2025 cast Catrin Feelings Tayris Mongardi Sally TM Silllexa Diction Pasty Nyongbella Paige Three Elle Vosque Viola Chai T Grande Bonnie Ann Clyde Bones Read on to find out more about the sensational queens taking part. Catrin Feelings Age: 26 Location: Rhondda Valley Instagram: @catrinfeelings Blonde bilingual bombshell Catrin Feelings hails from South Wales and has been doing drag for four years. "It started off in my bedroom, but I love the attention, and then after lockdown I just though life's too short," she said. "I thought, 'Chuck yourself out there Cat, what's the worst that can happen? Probably end up on Drag Race'. Look at me now!" We can expect camp classics and a bit of nana humour from Catrin, as well as lots of sparkles, as she's not going nowhere near a stage without a feather or a sparkly gown. Tayris Mongardi Age: 27 Location: Brighton Instagram: @tayrismongardi The self-described Titan of Brighton, Tayris Mongardi has all the glamour of an uptown girl and all the charm of a downtown girl. Describing her drag, Tayris said it's truest form is a "celebration of Black female pop culture", drawing inspiration from Janet Jackson, Megan Thee Stallion and Grace Jones to name a few. "They are powerful female icons who celebrate their Blackness, their identity and their heritage," she said. "And all their influence funnels its way down to me in a little corset, a gorgeous wig, and a big old smile. For me, drag is all about Black queer joy." Sally TM Age: 27 Location: South Shields Instagram: @sally.trademark Sally TM has been doing drag for 10 years. It all began after she watched a YouTube video and discovered the world of Drag Race. From there, she entered a few drag competitions and the rest is history. Speaking of her drag style, Sally said: "I embody the art, fun and graphic nature of video games. I represent the underbelly of classic drag – the alternative. "I'm here to represent all of those Geordie queens who are ingenuities, creative, a bit clowny, and a bit kooky. I want to showcase that anyone who has an alternative bone in their body can make it on to Drag Race." Audiences can expect an aura of "unpredictability" from Sally during Drag Race UK. Silllexa Diction Age: 26 Location: Leeds Instagram: @sillexa Silllexa Diction has been doing drag since she was 18 years old, teaching herself how to sew, design and make her looks, which truly spurred her love for the art. Since then, she has set up her own club night in Leeds where queens from across the UK come together to have a "camp old time". "I'm here to make everything as big and crazy as possible," Silllexa said of her drag style. "I love to exaggerate the female silhouette to the extreme." Pasty Age: 30 Location: Cornwall Instagram: @pasty_kween Hailing from Cornwall, Pasty first became interested in drag after watching Mrs. Doubtfire and Hocus Pocus and has been bursting with ideas from a young age. Comedy is very much Pasty's vibe, which is why she's looking forward to Snatch Game. However, she isn't keen on the design challenge. "I dress up as a sausage roll for a living so that tells you everything about my design aesthetic!" Nyongbella Age: 25 Location: London Instagram: @nyongbella_ Nyongbella is a self-described life-sized Bratz doll and fashion editorial who has come to life. She has been doing drag for two years, having spent time creating her own fashion editorials and taking photos of herself. It was then she realised she may as well go on stage and debut her drag artistry. "If you come to a show of mine you'll get a great music selection, a gorgeous outfit, and a really great performance," she explained. "You're going to have a fab time, and I'll socialise afterwards! I like to make sure the people are thoroughly entertained!" Paige Three Age: 28 Location: London/Surrey Instagram: @paigethree Paige Three already has an impressive resume, having performed for the Queen at her 90th birthday as a dancer with Beverly Knight. Speaking of her career, Paige Three said: "I've done all sorts of random stuff in my drag career. You might have seen me at brunches all around London, sometimes I run a bingo, I have performed with Kimberly Wyatt from The Pussycat Dolls. "I've worked really hard to get where I am, but I feel that I've reached a wall and I want to break through it and see what else I can do!" Elle Vosque Age: 22 Location: Belfast Instagram: @ellevosque The belle of Belfast City, Elle Vosque has been doing drag for four years and notes that she has done everything she could have done to prepare her for this moment. Elle is looking forward to be representing Northern Ireland, especially given it has quite the impressive track record, with the likes of Blu Hydrangea, Jonbers Blonde and Charra Tea appearing on the show. Elle said: "And now me – I'm from West Belfast, and I'm the best of the West!" Viola Age: 22 Location: Coventry Instagram: @playedbyviola Viola's name is no coincidence, as the 22-year-old is a skilled violinist! She has been doing drag for four years, which began with her love of musical theatre after being cast as a woman in her school musical. "I've been getting in skirts and putting on make-up ever since." Chai T Grande Age: 32 Location: London Instagram: @chai.t.grande Chai T Grande has been doing drag for just over four years after discovering it during lockdown. Speaking of how her love for the art began, Chai said: "I bought some make-up palettes, watched a few tutorials, and began to think that I love dancing, I love talking to people, I love performing, so why not bring all of these pieces of the puzzle together. "And so Chai T Grande was born. I've never looked back!" Bonnie Ann Clyde Age: 30 Location: Dublin Instagram: @bonnieannclyde_ When it comes to a Bonnie Ann Clyde show, audiences can expect the full package. Bonnie said: "We might have a little comedy, a spoken word lip-sync number before we move onto something fierce and dance-y in a bodysuit, and then we'll do a ballad, and mostly you will be enamoured by my presence and my glamorousness!" Bones Age: 25 Location: London Instagram: @itsjustbones Bones is a witchy boho queen from London and, when it comes to her act, you can expect the "full fantasy". "It's not just the costume, it's not just the song – it's the whole thing," she said. "You are brought into the full heavenly fantasy and you just live within. That’s why people come to the shows, because you’re not going to get it anywhere else!" RuPaul's Drag Race UK season 7 begins on Thursday 25th September at 9pm on BBC Three and iPlayer. Add RuPaul's Drag Race UK to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
EastEnders spin-off exploring toxic masculinity gets confirmed release date
EastEnders Investigates: The Manosphere is a brand new documentary coming to BBC Three next month, following an ongoing misogyny storyline playing out on the soap. The one-off special will air on Thursday 9th October at 8pm, with full details of its content yet to be announced. It had been reported last month that the soap would be making a documentary around themes of misogyny. A tabloid had reported that the documentary would feature cast members from the soap and executives hoped it would open up further discussions. It is understood that the documentary will coincide with relevant scenes on-screen. At the centre of EastEnders' toxic masculinity storyline is teenager Joel Marshall (Max Murray) who, since arriving in Walford, has sexually assaulted a stranger on a train while getting his friend to film it, recorded himself being intimate with Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James) without her permission, and leaked adult footage of Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) online. It was later confirmed that the real reason Joel couldn't return to Australia was because he had taken a photo under a girl's skirt, and Ross had paid off the family to avoid it becoming a police matter. And it has been confirmed by executive producer Ben Wadey that this storyline "is going to really come to a head". Alice Haig, who plays Vicki Fowler, echoed this sentiment and told The Mirror that audiences can expect scenes to become "very, very dark". Read more: EastEnders' Zoe Slater delivers explosive historic bombshell to Sharon Watts in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders airs big ultimatum for Zoe Slater in BBC iPlayer release amid tense Sharon Watts reunion EastEnders top 10 Slater moments revealed as the family celebrates 25 years in Walford EastEnders boss Ben Wadey teases "unusual territory" with one upcoming storyline EastEnders' Michelle Collins teases "more dysfunction" for scheming Cindy Beale EastEnders responds to calls for Jo Joyner return as Tanya Cross amid Branning reunions EastEnders Autumn 2025 Preview: Joel story explodes, Sharon returns, Lauren and Peter wedding drama EastEnders Investigates: The Manosphere will air on Thursday 9th October at 8pm on BBC Three and iPlayer. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Mawaan Rizwan on turning pain into comedy – and why Juice season 2 hits different
Mawaan Rizwan squeezes humour from his messy moments.
This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. “Monetising your trauma is very trendy at the moment, isn’t it?” Mawaan Rizwan muses, pointedly. “I’m someone who struggles with boundaries, so I have to be careful.” At 34, the YouTuber-turned-stand-up comedian, actor and writer has realised that “life isn’t just fodder”. “In the early days, I’d be in a writers’ room and I’d disclose a terrible thing from my life that would get worked into the script,” he recalls. “Then I’d get a note back saying, ‘I don’t think the character should feel that’, or ‘That makes me really dislike them.’ And I’d be dying inside, feeling vulnerable and exposed, because that was the choice I made. “Sometimes you go through a traumatic thing or horrific event and there’s a part of your brain that’s like, ‘This would make a great episode.’ But you have to be careful because sometimes it’s a coping mechanism and it stops you from feeling what you need to be feeling in the moment. You have to learn which one’s which. I’ve been learning to understand the difference between what’s for me and what’s for the art.” We are discussing the perils – and the pearls – of mining life for material because Juice, Rizwan’s glorious BBC Three comedy, has returned for a second series and concludes this week. The first, shown in 2023, earned rave reviews and won an RTS Award for best comedy drama. Rizwan, meanwhile, picked up the Bafta for best male comedy performance for his turn as Jamma, a hyper, hapless manchild whose inability – or unwillingness – to be a grown-up usually ends in disaster or humiliation. View oEmbed on the source website If the video above is not showing, you may need to change your privacy settings. In the Radio Times site footer, click ‘Manage Privacy Settings’. Under ‘Site Vendors’, consent to ‘YouTube’, then press Save & Exit. While Rizwan says that Juice is “definitely fictional”, it is undoubtedly at least semi-autobiographical. It feels authentic to be otherwise. Just don’t confuse “true” with “realistic”. One of the show’s joys is its tone. If Fleabag was cynical and Big Boys sentimental, Juice is surreal. When Jamma gets into a heightened emotional state, the world around him changes. Called into the office of his green-fingered boss, for instance, an anxious Jamma finds himself in a jungle of predatory plants, with malign vines making beelines for his ankles. Elsewhere, in a fraught moment with his buttoned-up older boyfriend Guy (Russell Tovey), an avoidant Jamma disappears down a tunnel in his bed. While being fantastical, Juice is also familial. His brother Nabhaan (Informer, Kaos) co-stars as Jamma’s brother Isaac, and their mother, Shahnaz, plays the boys’ mum Farida. “Back in the day, when I used to make YouTube videos, that was the thing that kept me close to my family. When we put on wigs and played these silly characters, we could talk about taboo subjects. Comedy sort of saved us. On Juice, I get to see my family and so avoid the guilt that comes with not seeing them. And, better still, I get paid for it.” Rizwan credits his mother – who emigrated from Pakistan to the UK, became a single parent and for years lived under the threat of being deported – with instilling his drive. It was her belief that the phrase was “When life gives you mangoes, make mango juice” that gives Juice its name. “There is a ferociousness with which my mum raised us and I really thank her for it. Because she achieved the impossible, coming to this country and doing what she did, in a way, I had no choice. I could not be a failure. Even if I was a plumber, I’d be smashing it.” Does smashing it come with its own pressure? Not really, he says. There was no “difficult second album” syndrome with Juice. “There were so many things I wanted to do that couldn’t fit into the first six episodes, so they’re in the second series.” That said, Rizwan did feel a certain weight. “Every now and again, I would turn to my left and see the Bafta staring at me,” he says. “So I gave it to my mum to keep and now it’s in her bathroom.” He also says there were times when he worried that success would remove him from the conditions that inspired him. “I remember when I was rich enough to afford my first Egyptian cotton bedsheets, I was like, ‘It’s the beginning of the end!’ But I got over myself.” Born in Pakistan, Rizwan describes himself as queer. By virtue of his identity – or more accurately, his identities – he believes anything he does is political. “If you’re creative and from a marginalised background, sometimes there’s a pressure to be heavy-handed with a message or to right some of the wrongs of society through your work. That’s a shame because it can squash creativity and reduce the joy. And joy can in itself be political.” He is wary of being seen as speaking for anyone other than himself. “My goal is always to be someone who can’t be put in a box – a slippery fish, never a spokesperson. I’m not representing a community. I’m just waking up every day and writing one more page of script or filming one more scene.” Long may it continue. The latest issue of Radio Times is out now – subscribe here. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
EastEnders set to produce documentary 'spin-off' from dark misogyny storyline and feature key cast members
It will reportedly coincide with upcoming scenes in Joel Marshall's storyline.
EastEnders is reportedly making a documentary around themes of misogyny, something which is currently being explored in the BBC One soap. Teenager Joel Marshall (Max Murray) is at the centre of a toxic masculinity storyline in which he has sexually assaulted a stranger on a train while getting his friend to film it, recorded himself being intimate with Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James) without her permission, and leaked adult footage of Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) online. It was also revealed that the reason Joel couldn't return to Australia was because he had taken a photo under a girl's skirt, and Ross paid off the family to avoid going to the police. According to The Sun, the new documentary will feature cast members from the soap, and executives hope it will open up further discussions. The BBC declined to comment on the report when approached by RadioTimes.com. However, we understand the documentary is in its early stages and will arrive on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer later this year to coincide with relevant scenes on-screen. This wouldn't be the first time EastEnders has produced a documentary based on a storyline, with the soap tackling the issue of knife crime in a special episode and follow-up on BBC Three back in 2018. View oEmbed on the source website This dark storyline is hot on the heels of Netflix's critically acclaimed Adolescence, in which 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper) is arrested for the murder of a girl from his school. The limited series tackles the issue of radicalisation through online 'incel' propaganda – something Joel is also embedded in, with viewers following his obsession with a male influencer who spews toxic views, which Joel appears to adhere to. Read more: 5 EastEnders spoilers next week: Anthony Trueman returns and Alfie Moon makes Zoe Slater confession EastEnders advance spoilers tease incident which "triggers huge consequences" to everyone's shock EastEnders' Michelle Ryan reveals her dream cast member return for reunion with Zoe EastEnders' Jessie Wallace wants a Mitchell-style flashback to Kat’s childhood Zoe Slater's biggest and best EastEnders moments – from Kat bombshell to Den Watts murder Visit our dedicated EastEnders page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add EastEnders to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Diamond League Paris 2025 on TV: Event schedule and coverage
Your guide to watching Diamond League Paris 2025, including TV coverage and live stream information.
For the first time since the 2024 Olympics, the eyes of the athletics world will be on Paris on Friday evening for the latest Diamond League meet. A host of last year's gold medallists will be returning to the French capital hoping for more success at the Parc des Princes. American track trio Rai Benjamin, Cole Hocker and Grant Holloway are all in action, while 400m winner Marileidy Paulino and high jump champion Yaroslava Mahuchikh will also go in search of another Paris triumph. A year on from their Olympic silvers, Dina Asher-Smith and Amy Hunt are back on the track in France as part of the British group at Friday's event. The eighth Diamond League meet of the 2025 season is the next step on the path to the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in September. RadioTimes.com brings you our guide to watching the athletics at Diamond League Paris 2025 on TV and online. Diamond League Paris 2025 on TV and live stream Diamond League Paris takes place on Friday 20th June 2025. Coverage of Diamond League Paris will be shown live on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer. The broadcast will start at 8pm UK time and run for two hours until the end of the meet. Diamond League Paris 2025 TV schedule All UK time. BBC coverage starts at 8pm and runs until 10pm. 6:50pm – Triple jump men 7:05pm – Pole vault women 7:10pm – Discus throw men 7:30pm – 110m hurdles men heat A 7:38pm – 110m hurdles men heat B 8:04pm – 400m hurdles men 8:06pm – High jump women 8:15pm – 800m men 8:23pm – 3000m steeplechase women 8:42pm – Javelin men 8:43pm – 110m hurdles men 8:51pm – 400m women 9:08pm – 200m women 9:20pm – 100m hurdles women 9:27pm – 5000m men 9:50pm – 1500m men Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
BBC's What It Feels Like for a Girl is the rare type of show that will save lives
This extraordinary series couldn't have come at a better time, writes David Opie.
What does it feel like for a girl? This question has plagued headlines in recent years as transphobic rhetoric aimed at trans women in particular has come to the fore. Emboldened by the UK Supreme Court's recent ruling that "sex" does not refer to a person's gender identity, you only need to glance at certain areas of social media to see just how much ground we've lost in the fight for trans rights. It's probably no coincidence, then, that trans representation has dropped sharply on screen as a result. Last year, GLAAD reported the lowest number of trans characters on TV since its 2017-2018 research, a far cry from just a few years prior. And that decline is even more evident in the realm of film, suggesting that networks and studios are growing more and more afraid of a potential backlash, as if the very existence of trans people is somehow controversial. So, at this point, it takes a bold show to not just include trans characters, but centre them, giving this marginalised group a much-needed voice at this critical juncture of history. Enter the BBC's What It Feels Like for a Girl, a series that's not just bold, but a defiant scream in the face of those who strive to silence trans people completely. The series, based on Paris Lees's coming-of-age memoir, is set at the turn of the millennium in a former coal mining town near Nottingham where nothing special ever happens. Or so it seems – because Byron (Ellis Howard) doesn't know it yet, but her coming of age journey, from a femme gay boy to an adult trans woman, will end up being the rare type of story that can inspire real change on an individual and even societal level. Byron's life is in need of saving first, however, as she navigates an era where drugs and sex work are all too easy to come by for a young queer person who's desperate to escape the horrors that come with living among small minds in a small town. But even in a place where slurs and batterings are the norm, queer people can still be found, and it's not long before Byron discovers a chosen family who are more accepting than her own, in turn lifting her up and showing Byron that there's a better, more truthful way to live. View oEmbed on the source website These Fallen Divas, as they call themselves, are chaos incarnate (complimentary), but they also look out for each other and are loyal to a fault. Well, except Sasha (Hannah Jones), an acid-tongued sex worker who always goes a little too far in her rivalry with Byron. But even she's there when it counts, delivering iconic lines like, "Call me Tranny and Susannah," while also offering a shoulder to cry on. Cis and trans alike, the characters in Byron's world aren't always likeable, including Byron herself, who can be selfish, at times to the detriment of those she loves. Lady Die (Laquarn Lewis), Byron's diehard bestie, learns this at a crucial moment early on. But that approach is vital. What It Feels Like for a Girl doesn't deify trans people because that's not reality. No efforts are made to conform and make the trans experience more palatable for mainstream viewers, which is exactly why the series works as well as it does. To be queer is to not conform, so it's heartening to see the script embrace that and do the same, be it through experimental segues or the realities of approaching sex as a trans person, then and now. At no point does What It Feels Like for a Girl shy away from how it feels in the bedroom department, encompassing everything from the sweet, loving embrace of the man you love to getting down on your knees for money. Lust and love of all kinds are intertwined throughout, depicting trans people as sexually desirable in the same way that cis people take for granted in every other show on screen right now. And it's in that type of acceptance that the series resonates most, be it sexual or otherwise. Byron and the divas have each other, yes, but they're also embraced by others too, even as they come to accept themselves. Scenes shared between Byron and her Mommar Joe (Hannah Walters) will hit especially hard for any queer people watching while giving a much-needed reminder that age doesn't define your capacity to love someone for who they really are. Bear in mind that this story is set in the early noughties, a time you might assume would have been less accepting than now. But even two decades ago, there were kind people who saw past one another's differences to understand the truth of a person, underneath it all. In fact, scenes where Byron watches Nadia win the public Big Brother vote in 2004, making her the first trans winner to do so, will have you questioning whether society was actually more progressive 20 years ago than it is today. It's an ingenious way to show how far we've not come in these intervening years, and how much work still needs to be done to even just reach noughties levels of acceptance when it comes to embracing the trans community. But just as Nadia's triumph gave hope to trans and queer people at the time, Byron's own highs and lows – based on Lees's real-life story – will undoubtedly do the same now. Because even at a time when Byron and people like her didn't necessarily have the words to define themselves in the same way we do today, she and others still reached the same conclusions about their identities regardless. Flashbacks to Byron's childhood show how the world around her pushed back every time she expressed her true gender identity, but no matter the era and no matter the odds, queer people will always find a way to live their truth and see themselves in any way they can. At the right moment, even a random Top of the Pops performance by the German techno musician Zombie Nation can open your eyes to something more. Yet, Byron's story isn't purely a trans journey. There's queer trauma and crucially, there's queer joy too, but Byron herself isn't defined solely in those terms. She has hopes and dreams and love and desires that have nothing to do with her gender identity, and that's key because being trans or queer in any way isn't a monolith. What It Feels Like for a Girl doesn't try to explain what it feels like for all girls, trans or otherwise. It's the story of Lees, aka Byron, a working class northerner whose gender identity just happens to not align with the body in which she was born. And it's through that specificity that the show finds its strength, humanising the trans experience at a time when it really is needed more than ever. Whether What It Feels Like for a Girl speaks to a trans teen around Byron's age or a family member who's struggling to understand, there's a raw power to this story that will save lives in the same way It's a Sin did, and perhaps even inspire new storytellers to do the same. What It Feels Like For A Girl airs on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer from Tuesday 3rd June. Add What It Feels Like for a Girl to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
I Kissed a Boy season 2 release schedule: When are the next episodes on BBC iPlayer?
Four episodes of I Kissed a Boy season 2 are now available to stream, with new instalments being released each week for fans to dive into. The series, which airs on BBC Three and iPlayer, was last on air back in 2023, with spin-off show I Kissed a Girl filling the gap last year. Naturally, fans are desperate to see the new episode after waiting so long, and the instalments released so far haven't been disappointing, as Dannii Minogue returns to playing cupid. In the third episode, which is now available to stream, three new boys are seen arriving and stirring things up, while one boy’s fate lies in another’s hands during the kiss-off. So what are you waiting for? Get watching! Scroll on to find out more about when the next episodes of I Kissed a Boy season 2 will be released on BBC Three and iPlayer. When is I Kissed a Boy season 2 next on BBC Three? The next two episodes of the 10-part series will air on Sunday 18th March and Monday 19th May at 9pm. We can't wait! When is I Kissed a Boy season 2 next on BBC iPlayer? Episodes 3 and 4 were released on BBC iPlayer on Sunday 18th May at 6am – so you can get watching now! Meanwhile, episodes 5 and 6 will be released on Sunday 25th May at 6am. I Kissed a Boy season 2 BBC iPlayer release schedule The release schedule for I Kissed a Boy season 2 is as follows: Episode 1 - Sunday 11th May at 6am Episode 2 - Sunday 11th May at 6am Episode 3 - Sunday 18th May at 6am Episode 4 - Sunday 18th May at 6am Episode 5 - Sunday 25th May at 6am Episode 6 - Sunday 25th May at 6am Episode 7 - Sunday 1st June at 6am Episode 8 - Sunday 1st June at 6am Episode 9 - Sunday 8th June at 6am Episode 10 - Sunday 8th June at 6am I Kissed a Boy season 2 BBC Three release schedule Episode 1 - Sunday 11th May at 9pm Episode 2 - Monday 12th May at 9pm Episode 3 - Sunday 18th May at 9pm Episode 4 - Monday 19th May at 9pm Episode 5 - Sunday 25th May at 9pm Episode 6 - Monday 26th May at 9pm Episode 7 - Sunday 1st June at 9pm Episode 8 - Monday 2nd June at 9pm Episode 9 - Sunday 8th June at 9pm Episode 10 - Monday 9th June at 9pm These dates and timings are subject to change based on the BBC's schedules. We'll be sure to keep this updated should anything change. I Kissed a Boy season 2 continues on Sunday 18th May at 9pm on BBC Three and iPlayer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
I Kissed a Boy season 2 cast: Meet the line-up of BBC Three dating show
There's a new set of singles looking for love!
It's time to head back to the glorious Masseria as I Kissed a Boy returns to screens this weekend for a summer of love. With promises of a wild ride in season 2, Dannii Minogue has let fans in on what to expect, with a new set of boys, a change of pace and even spicier chemistry tests. "These boys are brave and open-hearted, and here for love," Minogue said in a Q&A ahead of the new show. "I love how they all went at their own pace, but made the absolute most out of three sun-filled weeks in the stunning surrounds of Puglia in Italy." So, let's get to know these boys! Read on for more about the cast of I Kissed a Boy season 2. I Kissed a Boy season 2 cast Adam Aron Callum Jack D Jack S Jas Jordan B Jordon R Lars Rory Ruben Adam Age: 27 From: Reading Job: Marketing and brand manager Self-proclaimed "career gal" Adam thrives in a busy work environment, but when he isn't working, he throws himself into his creative group of friends and parties in East London. A lover of disco, Adam is keen to find a partner with emotional intelligence who isn't afraid to speak their mind. Adam's last serious relationship ended about four years ago, and he's ready to find love again. Aron Age: 27 From: Croydon Job: Civil servant and cheerleading coach Aron is "beyond proud" to be part of I Kissed a Boy as the show continues to make history across British television. "The experiences of queer people aren’t a monolith, and this show peels the layers to show the ways [of], and celebrate, our unique differences while also recognising the thing that unites us, our queerness," he said. Aron is a world champion cheerleader and has won world championships in Florida for the last two years. Ambitious and armed with a strong sense of self, growing up as a gay man in a traditional West African household didn't come without its challenges, but he was fortunate enough to have an accepting and supportive family. Callum Age: 27 From: St Leonard's on Sea, Hastings Job: Administrator Callum describes himself as "chaotic, cheeky and strong-minded", and in recent years he has gained a greater sense of his cultural identity after moving from his hometown to London, where the Nigerian side of his family live. His celebrity crushes include Joey Essex, Drake and Jack Harlow, and he is a sucker for a pretty boy with some edge. Jack D Age: 26 From: Glasgow Job: Hospital pharmacist Jack is keen to take himself off the market and find a man he can share a "nice pastry and a pint with". Sick of the same group of guys he comes across on dating apps, Jack is excited for viewers to watch the drama unfold in "the messy massy". Jack S Age: 22 From: Wigan Job: Banking advisor Jack is a hopeless romantic and describes himself as "androgynous but more fem presenting" and enjoys shocking people with his rap persona, Jack Maniac, at open mic nights. Over the years, Jack has had three relationships and a few situationships, and he is keen to break the chain of chasing after bad boys and meet someone with a good heart. Jas Age: 27 From: Glasgow Job: Finance analyst After an academic lifestyle in Glasgow, Jas moved to London after university and hasn't looked back. Jas wants to find a husband and dreams of getting married. "I Kissed a Boy is so much more than just kisses and I'm glad to have shared my story on such an amazing platform. Representation is and always will be important," he said. Jordan B Age: 25 From: Lake District Job: Retail store manager Jordan swapped life on the farm for the hustle and bustle of Manchester, and now he's ready to stop playing games and find someone with a calming nature who will have the capacity to tame him. Describing himself as a heartbreaker who isn't short of any offers from suitors, Jordan doesn't doubt that he'll be part of the drama if any arises. Jordon R Age: 27 From: Leeds Job: Sales manager Jordon is hoping to find the man of his dreams in the Masseria and is hoping to explore a dating world that doesn't involve guys who aren't emotionally available. While Jordon has dates, he has never had a proper boyfriend or been in love, admitting he struggles to truly open up and allow people to get to know the real him. Lars Age: 23 From: Wolverhampton Job: Hotel receptionist Lars is a hopeless romantic and is sick of the single life. Ready to find his person, Lars wants to be part of I Kissed a Boy to push himself into meeting someone face-to-face, away from phones and other distractions. Lars is the first transgender person to be on the show, something he is "so proud" about. Rory Age: 22 From: Galway Job: Mental health support worker Rory likes to observe and figure people out before making a move romantically, and when it comes to drama, he says he would rather watch the drama than be part of it. As well as his day job, Rory works part-time as a model. Ruben Age: 24 From: London Job: Artist and designer After his first serious relationship ended three years ago, Ruben has been single ever since, and he is scared of being vulnerable and letting someone in, but he's hoping his time in the Masseria will flip the script. I Kissed a Boy season 2 begins on Sunday 11th May at 9pm on BBC Three and iPlayer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
I Kissed a Boy finally confirms season 2 release date – Dannii Minogue returns
It's been a long time coming, but I Kissed a Boy season 2 is finally here! After a whirlwind summer of love in the Masseria last year, Dannii Minogue is back playing Cupid once more as the series returns on Sunday 11th May at 9pm on BBC Three and iPlayer. I Kissed a Boy debuted on BBC Three in 2023 and was met with high praise, and saw the release of I Kissed a Girl the following year – which was just as successful. Now it's time for the boys' turn once more. As ever, 10 singles are matched up and will meet for the first time as they seal it with a kiss. But will that kiss lead to love? "I am so excited that I'll be back in Italy to play Cupid," Minogue said of her hosting duties. "I can't wait to meet the next cast when the Masseria doors open... There are so many diverse and important stories yet to tell. And be sure that I'll have the party started for a wonderful summer of love." I Kissed a Boy received widespread acclaim upon its release, with the first season winning Screen Moment of the Year at the Pink News Awards as well as Best Multichannel Programme at the Broadcast Awards. Nasfim Haque, head of content for BBC Three, said: "I am thrilled to have this innovative, groundbreaking format return to BBC Three. "I Kissed a Boy’s success is testament to the channel’s unwavering dedication to producing content that both entertains and educates." Meanwhile, David Brindley, executive producer at Twofour, added: "We couldn’t be more thrilled that the BBC will be returning to I Kissed a Boy. "The 'I Kissed A...' world is a joyful, uplifting, and entertaining new take on the reality genre, and the entire team at Twofour - who are so passionate about making this show - can't wait to see what this next series holds, aside from Dannii's second-to-none fashion choices, they're guaranteed..." I Kissed a Boy season 2 begins on Sunday 11th May at 9pm on BBC Three and iPlayer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Just Act Normal's Nathaniel Martello-White: "We need more mainstream depictions of the Black experience"
"I think what people misunderstand about Black culture is that we really love to laugh and crack jokes."
On the face of it, you may think you know what Just Act Normal could be, but the delightful BBC Three series wastes no time in plummeting you into a tale that you couldn't have guessed from its outset. When first reading it, the story felt like "a bit of a warped fairy tale", according to its director Nathaniel Martello-White, saying that its subject matter only piqued his intrigue. Although he'd just made his directorial debut with Netflix thriller The Strays, Martello-White wanted to carry on directing things he'd written himself. But it was after some encouragement from his agents that the script for Just Act Normal came through and all the fateful pieces fell into place, if you will. "It just felt like I really connected to what it was in terms of authorship. A lot of the stuff that I'm interested in is looking at Black culture, but in sort of satirical spaces or in genre spaces where we get to elevate our experience to something more universal," he says. The new series has been written and created by Janice Okoh, adapted from her acclaimed 2013 stage play Three Birds. The original South London-set production starred Michaela Coel and Susan Wokoma, who obviously need no introduction, so it's safe to say that the series had some big boots to fill. Flipped to Birmingham for the BBC Three series, Just Act Normal centres on three siblings, Tiana (Chenée Taylor), Tanika (Kaydrah Walker-Wilkie) and Tionne (Akins Subair), who are hiding a major family secret about their mother's disappearance. If people start finding out that their mum isn't around, it could spell disaster for the youngsters and their future of being kept together. It seems a little random to state that there's a lot to love about a series like this, but that's because, while it deals with such tragic themes, it also isn't a stranger to levity, comedy and charm – all of which are delivered flawlessly through our three newcomer leads. Martello-White admits that he'd always felt "very ambitious" about the look of the series, which allowed him to return to an "indie, art house sensibility" after the £7 million budget for The Strays. He references the "joyous palette" of Sean Baker's The Florida Project, and Barry Jenkins's "confidence to just really just sit with an actor's face" in Moonlight. Close-up shots are delivered in plentiful supply in Just Act Normal, providing a near-claustrophobic feel to the siblings and the challenges they come to face throughout the six episodes. It helped that all three lead actors have "really great faces", Martello-White laughs, meaning that they can all seamlessly hold the frame, with extreme close-ups forming the "visual vocabulary" of much of the series. His initial pitch to the powers that be of the show was simply: "Can we make it feel like a fairy tale, even though it's about something really serious and weighted?" Without any spoilers, Just Act Normal and Martello-White manage to achieve just that, which feels like a near impossible task given the subject matter. While it is the kind of series that doesn't shy away from delivering an emotional gut-punch or two, it is one that almost instantly warms your heart. From the siblings' unlikely surrogate father relationship with drug dealer Dr Feelgood (Sam Buchanan), to Tiana's budding – yet complicated – romance or Tanika having her own Miss Honey from Matilda arc in the form of Ms Jenkins (Romola Garai), there are plenty of laughs to be had. Martello-White credits Okoh for the humour that's been woven throughout the story and the script, saying: "I think we really felt strongly that whilst this family are against it and trying to complete this impossible mission, they are still a family. "When the mum was around, even though she had her flaws or issues, she was still a loving mother, they still would have these joyous moments." He continues: "I think what people misunderstand about Black culture is that we really love to laugh and crack jokes, like, it's just part of our DNA. I think it was great to just bring that out in in the actors. "Part of my job, I think, especially working with new actors – and I never got this when I graduated from RADA, I never had somebody who looked like me or sounded like me, who kind of knew what it was like, to be stood on a set and deal with that kind of pressure – so my job really was to alleviate pressure from those guys. Almost tricked them into thinking that it wasn't really that much pressure. "My main thing was to come prepared and then we can play. So I think that joy sort of came through in the atmosphere we grew as well, naturally." Martello-White was always clear about his intentions of wanting to make a great show from the outset, but also that he wanted the work to feel as fun as it could. Working with 10-year-old Kaydrah Walker-Wilkie was a particular highlight, with the director admitting that he really loved working with her and that it "was great to just see her grow". It's undeniable that Walker-Wilkie is a complete scene-stealer in this series, managing to captivate viewers, make them laugh out loud and break their hearts – no easy feat for any actor, but for a 10-year-old? "I think she's one of the best actors I’ve worked with, to be honest. She's so good," Martello-White says with a proud smile on his face. It seems now more so than ever, there's a real conversation going on around the kinds of representations of young people on our screens. Adolescence has gone on to be one of Netflix's greatest series, but rightfully brought up debates about societal neglect and some children going unnoticed. In the wake of that and with the release of Just Act Normal now, what do stories like these signal about the depictions of young people on TV? "We're so exposed to misery, pain and the way things aren't good in the world. One thing I really loved about this show is that whilst it was dealing with something really challenging, these three young protagonists are also just really resilient, they have integrity. They're not perfect, but they're just really trying to find their way through this impossible situation they're in," Martello-White says. "I think it's easy to forget that young people are having all of those emotions at once and that maybe, actually, with the best intentions, they do want to be good people, they do want to make something of their lives. But let's face it – it seems that, in a capitalist society, the idea of nurturing a community and thinking about the majority rather than just individual is just fading and fading. "I think it's just harder and harder for young people to feel supported and nurtured. What I kind of love about the story as well is, like, even though they're pulled apart from each other, there’s just a sort of dignity that they have despite the fact that there is this neglect and ambivalence. "Sadly, I think [for] young people of colour and people of colour in general, there's already maybe that assumption being made about somebody before you even get to know them. So I hope that the show gives a window into the real humanity of people like these characters." As an actor, playwright and director, Martello-White has seen various sides of the process of bringing a story to life, and with plans to create more in the future, what are his hopes of bringing more stories of being Black in Britain to life? "I really hope that there's more joining of the dots of all these really exciting things that have happened. We've had I May Destroy You, Wild Cherry’s about to drop, we've had Supacell over at Netflix, Steve McQueen’s Small Axe. "I hope that, like in America, rather than these things just… in Britain, sometimes it feels like there are just these little spikes where you see Black-led work and then it's, like, five years later, we’ve got to wait five years for that next thing. To be quite candid, I’m sick and tired of that," Martello-White says. He explains that while many would likely think that these liberal spaces would be great for opportunity and inclusion, Martello-White says that "it's a very hypocritical kind of space". Black artists shouldn't be given opportunities "out of sympathy or some kind of diversity scheme", Martello-White says, "but because they're really great storytellers and can create great shows". He admits: "Oftentimes, as an artist of colour, you release a piece of work and it’s like the entire community is judging that work as if it has to include every nuance of what being Black is. I really hope that there is enough work being made that there's less pressure on each project to deliver on all of that." Having starred in the likes of The Winter King, Deceit, Guerrilla and I Hate Suzie, Martello-White has made the career jump from being an actor to a director, admitting that being in front of the camera has "100 per cent" helped in a behind-the-scenes way. "Ultimately, there’s just too much in my mind for me to just be an actor," Martello-White tells me, saying that naturally after starting to write, he became curious about directing and making that shift. But in terms of his own material, he understandably admits he was "quite paranoid about people turning it into something that it wasn't". "Also, as an actor, I sort of started to feel like, I already know what these actors are going through on sets, so maybe I can really be an actor’s director and communicate to them in a way that a lot of directors that I've worked with aren't able to communicate, quite frankly." The transition from being an actor and writer to a director must be difficult, and Martello-White admits it is the "hardest", saying: "It's like, every day on set, there's always two or three things that go wrong, and you're just sort of humbled by the schedule. "TV on a band-one show, there’s not loads of money, the schedule is very unforgiving. But you know what? I think having had the experience, I'm really excited to take the directing further." So, can we anticipate seeing more Martello-White directed projects in the pipeline? "I guess I’m sort of modulating between the three different disciplines," he says, but in terms of his storytelling, he remains "really interested in the line between authorship and commercialism". "I feel like I'm now post-The Strays, post-Just Act Normal, I feel like I'm really honing in on what that is. I've got a show in development with Sky, which I can’t say too much about other than that it's a kind of werewolf show set in the world of Top Boy," he reveals, much to my own squeals of excitement. "It's pretty out there, but even that for me was like, 'Oh, I love movies like Underworld and An American Werewolf in London.' We all grew up with Thriller, it’s sort of influenced us. "I think, for me, it's when I see what Ryan Coogler and Jordan Peele and those guys are doing, I think they're really being bold and confident with genres. They're taking really interesting aspects of the Black experience and kind of recycling them in that mode." View oEmbed on the source website Martello-White admits that he's as passionate about showrunning for TV as he is directing movies, especially because we're in what feels like a real TV moment, as opposed to days gone when film directors just wanted to stick to their silver screen medium. As of now, Martello-White can revel in the fact that Just Act Normal really is an example of superb storytelling, a showcase of incredible newcomer talent and another impressive string to add to his flourishing directing bow. It's clear that Martello-White is dedicated to bringing multifaceted Black stories to life through his work, but the need for representation within dramas especially is something that remains integral not just for adults, but for the younger generation too. "For me, it’s so important that young people see themselves represented in mainstream drama. It’s just important they feel as though their experience is important and that it is valued, because I think people need to feel valued and they need to feel like they are part of this British idea. "Americans are very patriotic, they’re very proud about being American. I sometimes feel that Black people shy away from this idea of Britishness because they can so often feel just discarded by that. "I think we need to see more mainstream depictions of the Black experience which, let's face it, the Black experience and the white experience are completely intermeshed. Let's take the brakes off and just allow that work to breathe." Just Act Normal premieres at 9pm on Wednesday 16th April on BBC Three, with all episodes available to stream on iPlayer now. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Glow Up: Britain's Next Make Up Star confirmed season 7 start date
Leomie Anderson returns to host the hit make-up series.
The seventh season of Glow Up: Britain's Next Make Up Star is coming to BBC Three very soon, with it now being confirmed that the series return will kick off on Wednesday 30th April at 8pm. The new season of Glow Up will once again see a batch of aspiring make-up artists competing to be named Britain’s next make-up star. Leomie Anderson will return to helm the series – having taken over from former presenter Maya Jama and previously, Stacey Dooley – guiding our make-up artists through various challenges to see who has what it takes to take home the crown at the end of the series. While details about the upcoming series remain under wraps for now, we're sure we're set to get some exciting new challenges that'll show off the artists skills, prowess and ability to think on their feet. View oEmbed on the source website Last season saw the contestants having to create looks for Lady Gaga's make-up brand, Haus Labs, while other episodes included impressing big-time influencers, major surprise guests and being whisked away to London's West End to create theatrical looks. Last year, the seventh season was announced as being a co-production between the BBC in the UK and LGBTQ+ streaming service OUTtv. Read more: Pilgrimage’s Jeff Brazier on Jade Goody’s death: 'I thought, if there is a God, this wouldn’t have happened' Made in Chelsea's Jules on "empowering" moment with Jazz as she comes out At the time of its series renewal, Philip Webb, chief operating officer of OUTtv, said: "Glow Up is a series that we have admired for years, and co-commissioning the upcoming season feels like a natural progression for us following the successful rollout of season six earlier this year on our platform globally. "We have audiences from the USA to New Zealand who love the series and the constant reinvention and creative inspiration make up offers all genders. We have found such excellent partners in both the BBC and Wall to Wall and look forward to working closely with them as production starts." Melissa Brown, executive producer at Wall to Wall Media, added: "OUTtv’s commitment to bold, diverse, and inclusive storytelling makes them the perfect partner for us and I look forward to creating a standout season that resonates with audiences everywhere." Glow Up: Britain's Next Make Up Star premieres on Wednesday 30th April at 8pm on BBC Three and iPlayer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Man Like Mobeen confirms release date for fifth and final season
It's (almost) time to bid goodbye to Man Like Mobeen.
Guz Khan's hit comedy series Man Like Mobeen will be coming to screens very soon, with it now being confirmed that it will air its fifth and final season on Thursday 1st May at 9pm. After its premiere, it will be directly followed by episode 2 at 9:20pm, with the series being boxsetted on the day of release also for any keen fans wanting to binge-watch. The BAFTA-nominated comedy picks up after season 4's cliffhanger, set to be one last final outing for the series, which went on to become BBC Three's most-watched comedy in 2023. It's set to be "an epic finale" according to the BBC synopsis. It also reads: "Mobeen is back on the outside and reunited with the gang in Small Heath, before embarking on an epic adventure overseas, if Mobeen can get his hands on a plane ticket and a fake passport that is." The new and final instalment sees the return of Khan as Mobeen as well as Tolu Ogunmefun as Nate and Perry Fitzpatrick as Harper. The rest of the returning cast also includes Salman Akhtar as Saj, Duaa Karim as Aqsa, Mark Silcox as Uncle Shady, Korkmaz Arslan as Emre and Hussina Raja as Nida. Read more: Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch in first look at The Roses after UK release date confirmed Black Mirror's USS Callister might turn into a trilogy, director says At the time of the release of first-look images of the series being released, Khan said: "Listen, please, this is very important to the sanctity and functionality of my life. I can’t even shop in Aldi without someone popping out from behind the bread aisle and asking me when there’s going to be more Man Like Mobeen. "So for you, and only for you, here’s one, final, very last, never to be done again season of Man Like Mobeen. PS Please don’t make me make anymore, I got loads of kids to raise and that. Love you." Jon Petrie, BBC Director of Comedy, also said: "Man Like Mobeen has been a comedy juggernaut for BBC Three, and saying goodbye is going to be tough for everyone. But as much as we don’t want to, we’ve got to be grown-ups and accept it's the end. "Guz Khan and Andy Milligan have crafted something truly special in these final scripts, and we're going out with a bang... even if keeping a straight face will be a challenge. It's the last series, but it’s bigger and funnier than ever." Man Like Mobeen returns on Thursday 1st May at 9pm on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
What channel is North Macedonia v Wales World Cup qualifiers match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch North Macedonia v Wales in the World Cup qualifiers, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Wales are back on the road on Tuesday as they head to North Macedonia to continue their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. The tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico has been expanded to 48 teams, meaning more places than ever before are available - a fact that Craig Bellamy's team are hoping capitalise on as they look to reach back-to-back World Cups for the first time in Welsh history. To qualify automatically, they will need to finish top of Group J, which also includes Belgium, Saturday's opponents Kazakhstan, Liechtenstein, and Tuesday's hosts, while second place would see them reach the play-offs. Watch North Macedonia v Wales on BBC One Wales The Red Army will have sour memories of North Macedonia, as Wales' only past visit ended in a 2-1 loss in Skopje, which confirmed they would not be going to the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Bellamy was part of that side but will hope his players can banish the demons of that defeat and boost their chances of reaching next summer's tournament. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch North Macedonia v Wales on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is North Macedonia v Wales? North Macedonia v Wales will take place on Tuesday 25th March 2025. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. North Macedonia v Wales kick-off time North Macedonia v Wales will kick off at 7:45pm. What TV channel is North Macedonia v Wales on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on BBC One Wales and BBC Three from 7:30pm and S4C from 7:20pm. How to live stream North Macedonia v Wales online You can live stream the match via BBC iPlayer or S4C. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Listen to North Macedonia v Wales on radio You can listen to the match on BBC Radio 5 Live. BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app. Advertisement North Macedonia v Wales odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: North Macedonia (TBC) Draw (TBC) Wales (TBC)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. *Odds subject to change. 18+. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org. Note – The bonus code RT365 does not change the offer amount in any way. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
What channel is Wales v Kazakhstan World Cup qualifiers match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch Wales v Kazakhstan in the World Cup qualifiers, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Wales kick off their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign at the Cardiff City Stadium, where they host Kazakhstan on Friday evening. There is fresh hope among the Red Army after the promising start to Craig Bellamy's tenure. The much-loved former midfielder is unbeaten through his first six games at the helm – having won promotion back to the top tier of the Nations League courtesy of a first-place finish in Group B4 in 2024. Wales have been drawn alongside Belgium, North Macedonia, Liechtenstein and Friday's visitors in World Cup qualifying Group J. The top side from each group will book their place at next summer's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico automatically, while second place will earn a play-off spot. Watch Wales v Kazakhstan on BBC One Wales A home tie against Kazakhstan represents a golden opportunity for Bellamy's team to make a fast start in the pursuit of reaching back-to-back World Cups. Friday's visitors endured a dismal 2024, losing eight of their 10 games and suffering relegation in the Nations League after finishing bottom of Group B3. New head coach Ali Aliyev will hope to turn the tide, and his team picked up a 2-0 win in a friendly against Curaçao on Wednesday, but anything other than a Wales win has to be seen as a major disappointment for the hosts. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Wales v Kazakhstan on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Wales v Kazakhstan? Wales v Kazakhstan will take place on Saturday 22nd March 2025. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Wales v Kazakhstan kick-off time Wales v Kazakhstan will kick off at 7:45pm. What TV channel is Wales v Kazakhstan on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on BBC One Wales and BBC Three from 7:30pm and S4C from 7:20pm. How to live stream Wales v Kazakhstan online You can live stream the match via BBC iPlayer or S4C. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. View Green Video on the source website Listen to Wales v Kazakhstan on radio You can listen to the match on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra. BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra is available on DAB radio or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app. Advertisement Wales v Kazakhstan odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Wales (1/5) Draw (21/4) Kazakhstan (16/1)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. *Odds subject to change. 18+. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org. Note – The bonus code RT365 does not change the offer amount in any way. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Tommy Fury access-all-areas reality series confirmed by BBC
The new series is entitled Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury.
The BBC has announced today that Tommy Fury will be at the centre of a brand new reality series that will follow his journey to getting back into the boxing ring. The new series, Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury., will follow the former Love Island star and professional boxer as "he attempts to get his life back on track the only way a Fury knows how". The news comes just one month after the release of ex-partner Molly Mae's own Prime Video series, Molly Mae: Behind It All, where she got candid about the breakdown of her relationship with Fury. Some of Fury's own problems were highlighted in Mae's documentary, but this new BBC series is set to get even more personal as he allows cameras into every aspect of his life. Described as a "candid, access-all-areas series", the new show will also include access to those closest to Fury. According to the synopsis: "Just a year ago Tommy Fury seemed to have it all - victory over his biggest adversary Jake Paul, love with Molly-Mae and a beautiful baby daughter, Bambi. "But in his last fight he damaged his hand and, unable to train, his life span out of control. "Tommy has spent over a year out of the ring, and so winning his upcoming fight means even more. "With unprecedented access to Tommy and his inner circle, the build-up to the fight is about much more than boxing, it’s a way of fulfilling a family legacy, which goes to the very centre of who Tommy is - and who he wants to be." Read more: The Boys confirms Supernatural reunion in season 5 – fans are thrilled Guy Ritchie crime series with Tom Hardy and Pierce Brosnan confirms title and release date On the announcement of his new series, Fury said: "A lot of people see me in the ring, they see me on social media, but they don’t see ME - the person behind all of that. "I’m excited for everyone to finally be able to see what goes on behind the scenes, how the big fights are made, all the ups and downs as well as a glimpse into my private life." The series will consist of 10 episodes in total and will be produced by All3Media’s Optomen, the production company behind At Home with the Furys, which Fury did feature in but which primarily focused on his older brother Tyson and his immediate family. On the announcement of Tommy's series, Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said: "The gloves are off in this candid, access-all-areas insight into the real life of Tommy Fury. "With unprecedented insights, audiences will see Tommy as they never have before. Whilst he remains undefeated in his boxing career, he is also determined to remain on his feet outside of the ring." Similarly, Rebecca McLaughlin, executive producer for Optomen, added: "Tommy has given extraordinary access, giving us a candid and unfiltered insight into his life and the unpredictable world of crossover boxing." An exact release date for Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury. has not yet been unveiled, but we do know that the series will be coming to BBC Three and iPlayer later this year. Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury. will debut on BBC Three and iPlayer later this year. Check out more of our Documentaries coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Boarders' season 2 character twist is bold – but could it spell trouble for its future?
Could Boarders be on the brink of making a mistake?
*Warning: This article contains spoilers for the final episode of Boarders season 2.* Having rightfully drummed up its fair share of critical acclaim and leaving fans crossing all their fingers for the BBC to make more, Boarders is back for season 2 – and a lot of change is on the horizon for our five students. After surviving one term at the prestigious St Gilbert's, Jaheim (Josh Tedeku), Leah (Jodie Campbell), Toby (Sekou Diaby), Femi (Aruna Jalloh) and Omar (Myles Kamwendo) are all back with fresh challenges awaiting them. While the first season of the comedy-drama was very much centred on them all navigating this new world of the elite upper classes, the show's second outing doesn't let up on the drama as Carol Watlington-Geese (Niky Wardley) has been named acting headmistress and is intent on doing everything she can to get the quintet out of the school. Each episode, like the first season, brings up new hilarious twists for the group and further exploration of their identities and hopes for the future. But its the show's finale which packs quite the unexpected punch, as the decision of which two of our five boarders will be kicked out of the scholarship programme looms large in the not-so-far distance. While it could be dealt with like a dark cloud, it actually turns out to be a clever story device used to explore each of the main characters further. We see how Leah furthers her algebra skills as she balances her activism, Femi discovers a love of drama, Jaheim steps up further into his Head Boy duties, Toby tries his best to bag rapper Unknown T for one of the school's major events and Omar becomes more deeply entrenched in the world of the Raisinettes. All done, really, to secure their place at the school. But it's the finale that sees them all somewhat relinquish control over the decision-making process and choose to just kick back and have a good time at the makeshift spring ball, even if it happens to be their final time partying with everyone. Much of the final episode of season 2 is centred around Jaheim, starting off with an awkward video call with his mother Grace – played beautifully and with real emotional depth by Wunmi Mosaku – and then descending as he's left to deal with the fallout of his fling with Florence (Rosie Graham) being exposed to everyone, including Beatrix (Tallulah Greive). Somewhat the leader of the group, it's unsurprising that Jaheim would take centre stage in the final episode, especially as this season deals more with his personal life and the complicated past he has with his mother. We see that he's notified along with Omar that they're to be the ones kicked out of St Gilbert's and so, just trying to live in the moment, Jaheim has fun with his friends after allowing his younger brother to spend the night at their mother's back in London. In the background of the season, Jaheim has also been toying with the idea of applying to an American summer school programme, something his teacher Mackers (William Andrews) recommends him for. But we learn in the show's final moments that while Jaheim wasn't successful for an MIT placement, Mackers has referred him to Midwest, which is "equally as prestigious", he explains. A place where he thinks Jaheim will shine, it does come with one big catch though – it's not a summer school placement but an exchange for one entire year, starting from next term. And just like that, the second season is over and the credits roll. What a cliffhanger. While the future of Boarders is yet to be confirmed, we can only hope for a third season and if it does go ahead, it looks as though Jaheim's future in the series remains uncertain. From a character point-of-view, fans will likely want the best for him, and if that means studying abroad in America for a year then 'that's the way the cookie crumbles', as they say. But from a selfish fan point-of-view (aka this writer), I can't help but instantly think of how it will impact the show's dynamic moving forward. On one hand, the other boarders could have the best kind of opportunity for their own stories to be fleshed out more without Jaheim around. We could get further into Femi's family life, Leah's navigation of girlhood, what has made Toby so much of a hustler, or what looks to be quite the love triangle that Omar has found himself in. But on the other hand, if the series is to take a trip stateside, it could lose the very essence of Boarders that has made it so special. The warranted fanfare around Boarders is that it dissects the British class and educational systems in a hilarious way, poking fun at the ridiculous classism and institutionalised racism that continues to permeate every corner of the UK. While the US has its own societal issues and themes that could surely be a hotbed of comedy inspiration, if Boarders were to follow Jaheim as he goes to America, it's taking a major risk that may end up making the series feel too crowded. An interwoven US plot-line also puts the show in danger of seeming like a spin-off. (But if an official one were to be on the cards, this writer certainly wouldn't say no either.) There are many possible routes that the series could take if season 3 were to be given the green light, one of them being to allow Jaheim to have his American adventure off-screen or who knows, he may not take up the place and remain in the UK. With actor Josh Tedeku having also starred in Netflix's Supacell, which has already been renewed for season 2, there's every possibility that Boarders could end up with Tedeku's Jaheim taking a backseat in a potential third outing with a reduced role. But having had Jaheim at the centre of the series for the past two seasons, it's another precarious option to wipe him from the storyline, especially when we've been digging deeper into his story. Nevertheless, the season 2 finale of Boarders is a bold move by Daniel Lawrence Taylor and a twist like that perfectly sets the show up for more. Boarders continues to traverse age to shine a light on a variety of Black experiences that resonate with its audience because of the relatability of loneliness or feeling like an outsider. While the divisive cliffhanger will get fans talking, it's just part of the joy of a show like this one and just goes to show that its future could be bright – even if it does make some surprising shake-ups along the way. Boarders arrives on BBC iPlayer and BBC Three on Monday 3rd February. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Boarders characters are in for a rough journey in season 2
What lies ahead at St Gilbert's for the Boarders cast?
The second season of Boarders couldn't come soon enough, with the BBC Three comedy-drama proving to be ever popular with fans who are keen to learn what lies ahead for the five boarding students at St Gilbert's. While we know that are some new exciting cast members joining for the second instalment, we also know that there's new era being beckoned in, with the arrival of acting headmistress Carol Watlington-Geese. So, what lies ahead for each of the cast's characters? Chatting to RadioTimes.com and other press, Josh Tedeku teased: “It’s a rough journey for Jaheim, it was fun to kind of dive into the psychology of it and how all of this can take a toll on a young boy’s mental health. "I think the storyline is cool, I think it just adds another layer that the audience will probably like to see and a layer of vulnerability that may not be seen in a lot of Black young boy characters on TV and screen.” Wunmi Mosaku joins the cast as Josh's mum Grace, so we can anticipate some further exploration of Josh's personal family story. In terms of Omar, Myles Kamwendo said: “I think with Omar, we really get into the world of The Raisonettes. We delve into that world and the mystery behind it, as well as his journey to love, if you like. How he deals and manages with relationships too.” Jodie Campbell, who plays Leah, also revealed: "Leah’s journey last season was more exploring how she has an effect on the school as an institution. But I feel like this time round, it’s like how is her being here for the second time affecting her? "Obviously, you saw how she’s smart, how she’s just as driven but I think, especially in that first episode, when her and the boarders are put in this situation, you see how that whole thing – how she struggles to maintain her academic life and her activism. "We’ve got some really cool, new characters that are going to add nuance to existing and future storylines for Leah so it’s a journey for her.” View oEmbed on the source website Linguist and all-round charmer Toby is also set to face some minor hurdles this season, with series star Sekou Diaby saying: "I think for most of the characters, it’s your classic teen problems but also, fish out of water [problems]. "He’s going through normal teenage problems and I think a lot of that boils down to authenticity, we see a lot of that from Toby and him tripping up on himself, trying to be an inauthentic version of himself." Read more: Happy Valley's Siobhan Finneran in new look at thriller with Katherine Kelly Unforgotten confirms release date for season 6 on ITV Last season saw Femi having to navigate his own sense of identity in a new environment. But what will season 2 bring for the character? Aruna Jalloh also teased: "With Femi, I feel like he’s just learning what it is to step into himself. "We witness that journey for him to discover himself and where his power lies. It was fun coming back to season 2 just partly because of the relationships we all built over a year because of season 1. "It’s quite exciting to be back. I think there’s a lot of growth for our characters, that’s something to expect without giving too much away. "There’s a lot of growth and difficult situations. You’ll see how they persevere and get through that." While the first season saw the group having to enter a new environment entirely, this season looks to be that bit more dramatic as the students are faced with the prospect of a dwindling scholarship scheme. As teased in the official trailer, the new acting headmistress is intent on cutting down the places from five to two, begging the question of what will happen to Jaheim, Omar, Leah, Toby and Femi. We'll just have to wait and see! Boarders season 2 will arrive on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer on Monday 3rd February 2025. Season 1 is available to stream on BBC iPlayer. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Traitors US season 3 confirms UK release date on BBC iPlayer
There will be plenty of Traitors content to get through January!
While there are a couple of weeks before The Traitors UK comes to an end, there is plenty more backstabbing to look forward to as the third season of the US series is coming to BBC iPlayer! The BBC has confirmed that after the finale episode airs in the UK, five episodes of The Traitors US will be available to stream on iPlayer. With Alan Cumming back at the helm to oversee the ultimate game of treachery, deceit and lies between an all-star cast, there is no better way to beat the January blues. After the first five episodes drop on iPlayer on Friday 24th January, a new episode will become available every Friday at 6am (beginning on Friday 31st January) thereafter, the day after each episode is broadcast in the US. This season's US cast includes the likes of Bob the Drag Queen of RuPaul's Drag Race fame, Real Housewives of New Jersey star Dolores Catania alongside Zac Efron's brother Dylan Efron. Much like the UK series, the contestants descend on the Scottish Highlands for the chance to win up to $250,000, and there will be plenty of drama to go around the roundtable once more. Read more: Celebrity Bear Hunt officially confirms cast with Spice Girl, Inbetweeners and Strictly stars The Traitors season 3 cast expose a big problem that needs fixing Host Alan Cumming said: "Come friend, come foe, come one, come all. To the highlands to see who lives and who falls. Jokers and fools. Queens and kings. They'll take to the stage on invisible strings." All episodes of The Traitors US seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream on BBC iPlayer now. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Vivienne remembered as tributes pour in for Drag Race star who died aged 32
Tributes have continued to pour in for the drag artist after the news of their death was announced on Sunday.
Ru Paul's Drag Race star The Vivienne has died aged 32, it was announced on Sunday by their public relations representative. James Lee Williams, known professionally by their stage name of The Vivienne, passed away at the weekend, with their publicist Simon Jones posting the news on Instagram. Jones wrote: "It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved James Lee Williams – The Vivienne – has passed this weekend. "James was an incredibly loved, warm-hearted and amazing person. Their family are heartbroken at the loss of their son, brother and uncle. They are so proud of the wonderful things James achieved in their life and career. "We will not be releasing any further details. We please ask that James’s family are given the time and privacy they now need to process and grieve." Since the news of The Vivienne's death, tributes have continued to pour in for the the drag star, who was the first ever winner of Ru Paul's Drag Race UK. View oEmbed on the source website Fellow drag queen and Ru Paul's Drag Race star Baga Chipz paid tribute to The Vivienne on Instagram with a carousel of images of the pair. They wrote: "My beautiful, talented, mad, bestest friend in the whole wide world. Not just my sister but also my brother. You would have laughed your b****cks off tonight Viv.. I was in the bloody bingo! How we loved the spinners, having a fag with the old girls outside.. "I had a jäger bomb and a fag in the smoking area on my own and raised a glass whilst talking to you in the sky beautiful (was very Eastenders). "What am I gonna do now without you? Who am I gonna be naughty with? A couple of naughty buggers always up to mischief and playing up. Being on Drag race has its ups and its downs, But I wouldn’t change anything for the world because it brought me to you. "You will always be the Velma to my Louise and I’ll always talk to you before I go onstage for every single show I do because let’s face it you were a bloody power house when you hit that stage. Always there for me when I needed you. My beautiful boy. My James. Our Viv. "You taught me the true meaning of sisterhood but more importantly you taught me how to do a cut crease. I'm sending all my love to your mama and family, me and the girls will always be there for them. I’m gonna bloody miss you friend. Get the drinks in for me love. I love you." View oEmbed on the source website The official Ru Paul's Drag Race account also posted a tribute to The Vivienne, writing: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of The Vivienne. Her talent, humor, and dedication to the art of drag was an inspiration. "She will be dearly missed, but her legacy will live on as a beacon of creativity and authenticity – she embodied what it means to be a true champion. Our hearts go out to her family and fans during this difficult time." Jinkx Monsoon also wrote: "I don’t entirely have words… She has made her mark in our hearts and on her stages. It’s too soon for a curtain call but I know it’s a standing ovation. I love you Viv." The BBC's Fiona Campbell, controller, youth audience (BBC iPlayer & BBC Three), released a statement which read: "We are currently processing the deeply sad news of the passing of James Lee Williams, known to many as The Vivienne. "We are fiercely proud of The Vivienne’s achievements, including winning the first ever series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK. Right now our thoughts are with their family and friends, the Drag Race sisterhood and their many fans." Ru Paul’s Drag Race judge Michelle Visage also said: "Heartbreaking, I don’t know how to say how I feel. My darling @thevivienne_ we go back to when I started coming over here to the UK. You were always there, always laughing, always giving, always on point. "Your laughter, your wit, your talent, your drag. I loved all of it but I loved your friendship most of all. You were a beacon to so many." View oEmbed on the source website Drag queen, singer and winner of Drag Race vs the World winner Tia Kofi wrote: "This is an incredible loss to the British drag community and to the world. Viv represented UK drag at its absolute finest on stage and screen internationally. She was a mentor, an inspiration and a friend. This shock will be felt deeply by us all. Love you Viv." After winning the first season of Ru Paul's Drag Race UK in 2019, The Vivienne went on to compete in Ru Paul's Drag Race All Stars in 2022 and became the first ever drag performer to take part in Dancing on Ice in 2023, finishing third in the show. In the world of TV, The Vivienne had also appeared in Emmerdale as a special guest, as well as This Is Going to Hurt, Celebrity Mastermind and The Chase: Celebrity Special. Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies paid tribute to the Drag Race star on Instagram, writing: "The Vivienne, James Lee Williams (1992-2025). We met a couple of times and chatted online, they were absolutely delightful. "I was expecting lots of drag queen banter and bitching, but they were far more than that, kinder and more thoughtful and glittering with shrewd observations. And what a talent! On the cusp of graduating to West End stardom. What a world. Night, darling." The Vivienne starred as the Wicked Witch of the West in the 2024 UK tour of The Wizard of Oz, and Wicked star Ariana Grande paid tribute to the drag artist, sharing a picture of The Vivienne with three heart emojis and an infinity emoji.
Gentleman Jack's Suranne Jones cast in Sex Education star's comedy-drama Film Club
Aimee Lou Wood makes her screenwriting debut with the new BBC series.
Romcom fans, step this way, as the BBC is bringing us a new six-part series, Film Club, which has been described as "piercingly funny and utterly heartwarming". Not only does the series mark the screenwriting debut of Sex Education actress Aimee Lou Wood, but it will also see her take on the leading role as Evie – with further casting details having now been revealed. Joining Wood in Film Club is Nabhaan Rizwan (Kaos), who will star as Noa, while Suranne Jones (Vigil) will play Suz, Evie’s eccentric and unconventional mother. Adam Long (Happy Valley) also joins the cast as Evie’s boyfriend Josh, while Liv Hill (Three Girls) is Evie's sister, Izzie. Co-creator Ralph Davis will play Dominic, Film Club’s newest member. Described as "a witty and emotional show about love and family, about whether we should follow our hearts or heads, and being in love with a friend", the new series will air on BBC Three and iPlayer next year, with filming having already kicked off in Manchester. The synopsis for Film Club reads: "Friday night. 7pm. Film Club Week 198. Evie hasn’t left the house in six months after a 'wobble', and Film Club is her escape. A weekly chance to create a world of wonder, deck the garage out in whatever the movie calls for and spend a few uninterrupted hours with Noa - her best friend and one of the few mates who still shows up. "But tonight, things are different. Noa’s got big news. A dream job is taking him across the other side of the country, which means that all of this is ending. "That reality is hitting. That they’re going to be forced to consider for the first time they might be more than just friends. Neither of them are the best when it comes to emotions, but this time those emotions might be impossible to ignore." Read more: Taskmaster star Susan Wokoma stars in first look at Cheaters season 2 Ghosts creator reveals what gag he wishes had been "cleverer": 'It was a placeholder' It continues: "As if life weren’t challenging enough already, Evie is going to be navigating this amongst the eccentricity of her family home - living with her fiercely loving single mum Suz, sister Izzie, and handsome boyfriend/sometime man of the house Josh." On the announcement of the cast, Aimee Lou Wood said: "I’m thrilled that our beloved TV series Film Club, a project that Ralph and I have been writing for the past decade, starts shooting this week. "We couldn’t be more excited, and grateful, to the incredible team we have assembled with the BBC. To bring this to life with Nabhaan and Suranne, two exceptional actors I have always admired, is a real honour." Of course, Wood is known for her roles in Sex Education, Daddy Issues and Seize Them!, with the actress also set to star in the upcoming third season of HBO's The White Lotus. Commenting on the casting news, Nabhaan Rizwan said: "I'm excited, I feel relaxed and I'm ready... to parrrtaaayyy with the best of them!" Similarly, Suranne Jones added: "I’ve loved Aimee for a while now and think she is a beautifully real, honest and brilliantly funny talent, so it was no surprise the script she and Ralph Davis have created was the same. "It’s smart, sweet and punchy. I can’t wait to be her tiger mum... and I get to film in my home town too." Film Club will be coming to BBC Three and iPlayer next year. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Traitors: New Zealand cast - Full line-up of contestants
The Traitors: New Zealand has made its way to the UK, with all 10 episodes from season 1 now available to watch on BBC iPlayer. In a game that UK viewers know all too well, host Paul Henry welcomes 19 contestant to an isolated lodge to take on the ultimate game of trust and treachery. Following a similar pattern to the UK series, the contestants are tasked with being a Faithful or a Traitor and as ever, only one person or a group of people can take home the cash prize. With mind games to last a lifetime, read on for everything you need to know about the cast of The Traitors: New Zealand season 1. The Traitors: New Zealand cast The full line-up for The Traitors: New Zealand is below. Anna Brodie Brooke Christen Colin Dan Dylan Fili Julia Justine Kimberly Kings Loryn Matt Mike Robbie Sam J Sam S Vanda Read more about the confirmed contestants below. Anna Job: Model and influencer Location: Auckland Status: Faithful Described as "not your typical mummy-blogger", Anna has some serious business behind her and joins The Traitors with an unassuming ease. Brodie Job: Broadcaster Location: Auckland Status: Faithful Broadcaster turned podcaster, Brodie is known for her energy and her interviewing skills will certainly bring good chat among the contestants. Brooke Job: Entrepreneur Location: Auckland Status: Faithful Brooke is a natural leader whose charisma and strategic thinking could make him formidable player amongst The Traitors: New Zealand season 1 cast. Christen Job: Influencer Location: Auckland Status: Faithful An advocate for self-acceptance, Christen's influencer skills could certainly add a touch of sway to the game. Colin Job: Model Location: Auckland Status: Faithful Colin is a model and a "self-confessed smiling assassin"- is The Traitors a game made for Colin? Dan Job: Professional poker player Location: Auckland Status: Traitors Dan's poker face should come in handy, especially with his "ability to micro read people right down to the hair on their arms". Dylan Job: Writer and filmmaker Location: Auckland Status: Faithful With a keen eye for conspiracy theories, Dylan brings serious smarts and analytical skills to the game. Fili Job: Influencer and IT consultant Location: Auckland Status: Faithful Fili has a determination and discipline that could give him a competitive edge. Julia Job: Former police officer Location: Hamilton Status: Faithful Julia knows a thing or two about fraud and is not to be underestimated by her contestants. Justine Job: Comedian Location: Te Atatū Peninsula Status: Faithful Justine will bring her blend of hilarious stealth and years of performing experience, and can spot a fake from a mile away. Kimberly Job: Psychic Location: Auckland Status: Faithful Dubbed "New Zealand's most accurate psychic", Kimberly brings observation by the plenty. Kings Job: Rapper Location: Auckland Status: Faithful Kings is no stranger to a TV competition, could The Traitors prove more difficult this time round? Loryn Job: Ballroom dancer Location: Auckland Status: Traitor Loryn is used to "performing with a smile to disarm". Matt Job: Radio presenter Location: Auckland Status: Traitor Matt comes to The Traitors lodge with some acting experience that may give him the upper hand. Mike Job: Broadcaster Location: Auckland Status: Faithful With an easy-going nature, Mike may surprise people with a cunning side up his sleeve. Robbie Job: Hair stylist Location: Christchurch Status: Faithful Robbie is determined to chat with anyone, but she takes no prisoners. Sam J Job: Gamer Location: Christchurch Status: Faithful As a gamer, Sa J is used to being under pressure. Sam S Job: Comedian Location: Auckland Status: Faithful Sam is sure to bring humour and loyalty to the game. Vanda Job: Crime writer Location: Dunedin Status: Faithful Crime novelist Vanda has a fierce eye and imagination for all things criminal. The Traitors: New Zealand begins airing on BBC Three at 8pm. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
David Morrissey on swapping drama for comedy and working with Aimee Lou Wood on Daddy Issues
"Aimee's so open. We make each other laugh. We trust each other. We're both Northern as well, which is handy."
David Morrissey, acclaimed actor of the stage and screen, had just finished the heavy-hitting dramas The Long Shadow and Sherwood season 2 when he decided it was time for something different. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, he says, “They were really wonderful and I love doing them, but they do take it out of you. You carry those things with you.” We’re used to seeing Morrissey in more serious roles, often as a police officer, while he’s also known for playing the psychopathic Governor in The Walking Dead, Gordon Brown in The Deal and British Army Captain Sam Webster in The Missing. For his latest series, BBC Three’s comedy Daddy Issues, the Liverpudlian actor is showing us that he is in fact also very, very funny – so much so that executive producer Phil Gilbert likens his physicality to that of Eric Morecambe. His character, Malcolm, is described as being “unable to load a washing machine, boil an egg or microwave rice without it exploding”. Can Morrissey relate? “I can load a dishwasher and a washing machine, but I'm not really a technical person. My kids tend to help me with my iPhone and my Sky subscriptions. I’ve stopped feeling guilty about that, because I taught them how to walk, so they can teach me how to use Sky Sports.” He adds, with a wry smile, “My personal love is ironing. I find it really cathartic. It's my happy place.” He shares three children – two sons, Albie and Gene, and a daughter, Anna – with former spouse Esther Freud, but in Daddy Issues, he plays the useless father of Aimee Lou Wood’s Gemma. View oEmbed on the source website When the 24-year-old discovers she’s pregnant after a one-off hook-up, Malcolm is the only one she can turn to. He’s living in a home for divorced men with Derek (David Fynn), mourning his recent separation, when Gemma asks whether he wants to move in with her. Sharon Rooney (Barbie), Sarah Hadland (Miranda) and Susan Lynch (Sex Education), also star. “I don't think my daughter would put up with Malcolm the way that Gemma does!” Morrissey says, but building the father-daughter relationship with Wood, despite never meeting before filming the series, was easy. “She's so open. Our approach to work is similar, where we just run at it. We're both Northern as well, which is handy.” Wood was born in Stockport, Greater Manchester, where the series is set and filmed. “We like to have fun. We make each other laugh, which was sometimes a problem for everybody else. We trust each other.” “I love comedy, and I love doing it, but I've done very dark comedy,” Morrissey says. He’s had entertaining appearances in Good Omens and Inside No. 9, and was brilliant as executioner Harry Wade in 2015 play Hangmen, written by Martin McDonagh. Blackpool was a similarly dark comedy, despite being a musical, with Morrissey as arcade owner Ripley Holden. “The fallacy is that comedy is easy,” Morrissey adds. “It's not, it's hard, if not harder than drama. It's all about rhythm and timing. It’s exhausting and quite full-on – you do feel quite crazed by the end of the day.” Morrissey is often asked whether he prefers theatre or TV/film work, but he says it’s a good story and a good character that’s the most important thing. “If I haven't done theatre for a while, I really miss it. I feel like I need to do it,” he says. “There’s nothing like the immediacy of theatre.” We spend some time discussing recent shows – he loved Next to Normal, Cold War, Sondheim’s Old Friends and he’s seen Standing at the Sky’s Edge three times. “It’s a really great political story about working-class people and a working-class area. It came out of Sheffield, it’s set in Sheffield, with the music of Richard Hawley, who I love. It’s unbelievable.” Watching Ken Loach’s film Kes when Morrissey was little, about a young boy who finds a kestrel and becomes interested in falconry, made him realise he wanted to be an actor. “That really blew me away. It’s a wonderful film, and it had a profound effect on me. I think a few actors of my age have said that, certainly working-class actors. Christopher Eccleston talks about it a lot. That got me interested in emotional storytelling.” His other favourite TV show as a child was Colditz. “In the episode Tweedledum, a great actor called Michael Bryant is attempting to escape Colditz by pretending to go mad so that the Nazis will have to let him go because of the Geneva Convention, but he does actually goes mad. Again, it had a profound effect on me. That's when I started to think I'd like to be able to provoke that emotion in other people.” Morrissey is known for conducting in-depth research into his roles, which involves meeting the people who have the real professions he portrays. For instance, in Sherwood, which returns for its second run on BBC One on Sunday 25th August, he plays DCS Ian St. Clair, who was a policeman and now runs a Violence Prevention Unit. “These units are real and they try to bring together all the various bodies in any local community – police, mental health, education, paramedics – to find a way to get ahead of crime,” says Morrissey. “I met a few people who run these units, and it’s a Sisyphean task. I admire them and I'm impressed by them. When I go to work, I have a loyalty to them. I carry that around. I find it hard to let it go when I'm playing a part. Sometimes I don’t want to shake it off, I sort of want to sit in it, which makes me a difficult person to be around, I should imagine, when I'm working.” Even when this research isn’t necessary, as was the case with Malcolm in Daddy Issues, Morrissey still wanted to dig deeper, and he actually wrote his own backstory for him. “What I need is some sort of psychological breakdown of why this person is like this. With Malcolm, it was important to think, ‘What's happened to this man to get to this place in his life?’ That’s why I needed to fill in the gaps.” He explains: “I feel like he was in a band and the band looked after him. Everything has been done for him. To me, he seems to have been bullied. I think he and his sister grew up in a very loud household, in a very manly household, and there was a lot of noise and shouting. The thing about Malcolm is his timidity. For a man like me, who’s six foot three, to be timid in the world, something's happened, so I looked at why he is so timid, why he is frightened. “He's devastated by his divorce, and he's lost the ability to function in the world, because that's been taken away from him, so I’m like, ‘What was the dynamic in that relationship?’ I know quite a lot of guys who are probably not as bad as Malcolm, but on the way, just ineffectually floundering and not knowing what's going on. I pinned him on a few people I knew, and some I didn't know, but that I’d read about.” Despite Morrissey wanting a change from his drama roles, comedy is still something he takes very seriously. “When I watch comedy, if I don't care about the people, then it’s not going to draw me in, they're not going to make me laugh,” he says. “You have to believe in them.” Daddy Issues begins at 9pm on BBC Three tonight (Thursday 15th August), with the whole series available to stream now on BBC iPlayer. 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Where is Chloe Ayling now? Subject of BBC Three's Kidnapped
What happened to the model at the centre of the shocking true crime case?
Oftentimes, there's no need for fictionalised drama in the TV schedules, as the wealth of true crime content at our fingertips is captivating enough. That's the case with the intriguing real story of Chloe Ayling, who is at the centre of a brand new BBC Three factual drama series. Kidnapped: The Chloe Ayling Story is based on Ayling's true story of being kidnapped in Italy in 2017, when she had travelled there thinking she was partaking in a photoshoot. Written by Killing Eve's Georgia Lester, the new six-part series is based on in-depth research, interviews, documented legal proceedings and Ayling's own book, Kidnapped. While the drama explores the events of the kidnapping, as well as the media storm fallout from it all, viewers will likely be wondering just what happened to Ayling. Well, read on to find out. Where is Chloe Ayling now? Subject of BBC Three's Kidnapped New series Kidnapped: The Chloe Ayling Story has been made in cooperation with Ayling herself, and is also based on Ayling's book, Kidnapped. In the run-up to the release of the series, Ayling was interviewed by BBC Breakfast, and when asked how she's doing seven years on from the kidnapping, she said: "I'm fine in myself. I'm happy, I've moved on. I'm happy that the drama is being made because, as you just said, still, seven years on there's still criticism. "I feel like my voice was never heard back then, it was really overpowered by negativity on maybe how I dressed or how I presented myself, or the fact I wasn't emotional. "So I'm glad that it can be just laid out and the facts can be shown visually, so that people can understand such a complex story." Ayling was 20 years old at the time of her kidnapping, and began modelling when she was 18. Originally from Croydon, London, Ayling had a child when she was in college. View oEmbed on the source website She was hired to do the Milan-based photoshoot by Lukasz Herba, who turned out to be her kidnapper, and she was freed after six days - but was subject to media scrutiny due to her appearance and details that emerged. As an example, CCTV footage of Ayling holding Herba's hand while out shoe shopping received great attention. She was infamously grilled by Piers Morgan on Good Morning Britain following her ordeal. As of now, Ayling is a public figure and currently boasts over 200,000 followers on Instagram. She is still a model and posts regular content to her Instagram and OnlyFans accounts. Ayling previously appeared on Celebrity Big Brother in 2018, and the media doubt over her case grew after her appearance, as well as the release of her book. The new drama - which stars Nadia Parkes (The Bastard Son & The Devil Himself) as Ayling - hopes to shift the attention away from the rumours and allegations, instead painting a picture of the events that actually occurred and alleviate any further doubts over the legitimacy of Ayling's experience. Speaking to The Times, Ayling said of the series: "Seeing it gave me chills because it’s such a relief. People will see all the evidence against [the Herbas] laid out word for word, without bias. "At the time, everything was so focused on me and no one was interested in how the brothers were changing their story every second to completely contradictory ones." Kidnapped will air on BBC Three on Wednesday 14th August at 9pm, with all episodes available to stream on BBC iPlayer from 6am the same day. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.