News about Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Families mull taking legal action against Brighton's huge LGBTQ Pride festival as they face having to pay money to be able to invite guests to their own homes

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 16, 2024
With the blessing of the local Labour council, a grid of seven streets in Kemptown near the seafront will be cordoned off for a 'Pride Village Party' connected to the 'Fabuloso' two-day festival in Preston Park on August 2 and 3. Revellers will pay £15 a head to access the entertainment zone of bars, venues and eateries, for what organisers promise will be 'an unforgettable weekend of fundraising celebrations'. Brighton Pride attracts an estimated 500,000 people to the city and is estimated to contribute about £30million to the local economy each year. But some of those who live in the fenced-off streets or run businesses there  say they are being 'illegally' stripped of their civil rights for the duration of the event.

Sophie Ellis Bextor claims she's been victim of an AI-generated voice fraud that is imitating her music for fake advertisements... after Saltburn turned her hit song into a Netflix sensation

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 23, 2024
On Friday, Sophie Ellie Bextor warned of a new AI scam that has made fake advertisements for her music. Murder On The Dancefloor turned into a streaming sensation once more thanks to the hit film Saltburn. Following the success, the singer's, 44, is now being imitated by an AI voiceover system to create fake advertisements on Instagram.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor's £1.2 million killing: After Murder On The Dancefloor soared back to the top of the charts, the singer's earnings for 2023 were revealed

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 23, 2024
According to the old saying, life begins at 40. If you're Sophie Ellis-Bextor, who gave a show-stopping appearance at the Baftas this week, it goes into joyously insane overdrive at 44. And why shouldn't she? Murder On The Dancefloor, the singer's 2001 hit that is enrapturing a new generation of followers, she has reprised Murder On The Dancefloor, a tribute to her 2001 debut. It's thanks to its use in Saltburn's climactic scenes, the second film directed by Oscar winner Emerald Fennell. Sophie can afford to keep the party alive: latest reports show that her live music business DV Touring earned £1.2 million last year and generated a £342,000 profit, much more than in 2024.

Who is Sophie Ellis-Bextor's husband Richard Jones? With five boys, the family's lives were "chaotic" and the couple's sweet love tale was told

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 17, 2024
Sophie Ellis-Bextor is best known for her pop hits, including 2001's Murder on the Dancefloor, which recently appeared in the film Saltburn, and she is expected to perform the track at the BAFTAs on Sunday night. The singer has also opened up to fans about her personal life and her partner Richard Jones' marriage. The couple have previously shared an touching tale about how they met and how their love blossomed.

Fans of the Traitors' Diane and Miles are left hysterical as they ridicule their dramatic exits in comedic films

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 18, 2024
On Wednesday, the Traitors' most dramatic episode to date, as Diane and Miles left the show in a dramatic fashion. Diane was the youngest person to be ruled by Traitors Paul, Harry, and Miles after the latter gave her the poisoned chalice in Friday's story, sealing her fate. Following her death in a dramatic funeral contest, the group then debated who was to blame at the round table, with Paul throwing Miles under the bus and resulting in his expulsion.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor performs in The New Year to Murder On the Dance Floor, after her legendary track was used in the Saltburn scene to its full frontal

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 1, 2024
In the final scene of the Emerald Fennell directed psychological thriller Saltburn, her famous hit has been used. Sophie Ellis Bextor regained her position after the film's premiere in a recent Tik Tok video by mirrored Barry Keoghan's movements. Unlike Barry, the singer, 44, stayed fully clothed for her routine after the leading man, who plays Oliver Quick in the film, was stripped off for the scene.

In a chic black printed dress, Sophie Ellis Bextor takes the stage after switching on the lights at the historic Blackpool Illuminations

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 2, 2023
Sophie Ellis Bextor put on a chic display as she made her way to switch on the lights at the legendary Blackpool Illuminations. The English singer, 44, had the honor of pulling the lever at the Blackpool Tower, indicating the end of the British Summer Time. The songwriter wowed audiences with a live performance accompanied by a spectacular display of fireworks.

A former Eton College master, Robert Kennedy, will be sentenced to prison for the murder of his 84-year-old mother

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 10, 2023
Matthew Corry, 46, had been living in Beatrice Corry, 84, in her apartment within a converted grammar school when she was discovered with head injuries in January. He had denied murder before, but last week, he appeared on videolink to condemn a manslaughter on what was supposed to be the first day of his trial. Corry was a student at Eton from 2007 to 2008. Judge Peter Blair KC will sentence him to prison.

The father of Eton College, 46, admits to the murder of 84-year-old mother who was discovered in Cotswolds street

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 3, 2023
Matthew Corry, 46, had been living in Beatrice Corry's apartment in a former grammar school for the past 46 years. He appeared in court via video connection at Bristol Crown Court this morning to confess to the murder of Mrs Corry in January. Judge Peter Blair KC will have him sentenced on July 10. Mrs Corry was discovered with serious head injuries at her Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire home on the High Street. She died as a result of her wounds later. The'sprightly' former teacher and volunteer for a local history group had been leading a meeting only three days before she was killed.

Sophie Ellis Bextor's set on Pyramid Stage was ruined by 'camera crew shift patterns,' according to BBC DIDN't film Sophie Ellis Bextor's set on Pyramid Stage.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 26, 2023
On Sunday, the 44-year-old singer threw the audience into a tumultuous display, dubbed a 'career highlight'. However, viewers at home were unable to partake in the fun after the BBC skipped to broadcast her set during live coverage on BBC One, with ten seconds of highlights alongside an interview with her. On iPlayer, the corporation also failed to post the complete highlights. Sophie confessed that her appearance had not been filmed by BBC despite the fact she appeared on the festival's main stage after being surrounded with fans eager to see it.

Sophie Ellis Bextor fans slam 'rude' BBC for snubbing her Glastonbury set

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 26, 2023
Sophie Ellis Bextor supporters have been left outraged after her Glastonbury appearance wasn't shown by the BBC. When she appeared on The Pyramid Stage on Sunday, the 44-year-old singer ignited the audience to a ruckus, dubbed the performance a 'career highlight.' However, viewers at home were unable to participate in the festivities after the BBC failed to broadcast her set, and also refused to post it on iPlayer.

Fans are raving about Sir Elton John's 'last UK show ever'

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 26, 2023
Fans have lauded Sir Elton John's last UK appearance as the "best Glastonbury headliner ever" as he closed the show on Sunday night. The superstar singer, 76, cried sobbery at the Pyramid Stage in Glastonbury for the final UK show of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour. Elton walked on stage in a gold suit before taking a seat at the piano as fireworks went off, before claiming that he never thought he'd be attending the festival for a 'extraordinary and emotional' spectacle.

On stage at Glastonbury, Sophie Ellis Bextor puts on a leggy display in a gold tasseled leotard

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 25, 2023
Sophie Ellis Bextor appeared nothing less than magnificent on Sunday's Pyramid stage at day five of the Glastonbury Festival. In a gold sequinned leotard and tasseled cape, the singer, 44, wowed onlookers at Worthy Farm. A figure-hugging waist and push-up bust were included in the show-stopping number, putting her substantial wealth on full display.

As Britons pack out beaches, the Met Office warns of thunderstorms, with scorching 32C heat expected to reach London

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 25, 2023
Until Monday, the Met Office released a heat health warning, which covered the majority of England, until 9 a.m. on Monday. The forecaster also issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms in areas of England and Scotland today, which may result in localized flooding. According to the Met Office, certain areas could see 30-40 percent of rain in 1-2 hours, but this is expected to differ greatly, with some regions forecasting hail up to 3 cm in diameter along with strong, gusty winds. The forecaster forecast a 'hot and humid Sunday afternoon in the east and south, with long stretches of very good sunshine for today.' Temperatures in the far southeast could reach 32 degrees and even high 20s elsewhere in the south and east. Between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., there was another yellow weather warning for thunderstorms in Northern Ireland. On Worthy Farm in Somerset, the rays of hot weather has poured as Glastonbury revellers continued to soak up the sun ahead of Elton John, Blondie, Queens of the Stone Age, Lil NasX, and Sophie Ellis Bextor's appearance. Revellers opted for unusual methods to keep their cool amid the heat today using cans of water for makeshift showers and some even stripping off completely

At the premiere of Brokeback Mountain, Sophie Ellis Bextor joins her mother Janet Ellis

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 19, 2023
Sophie Ellis Bextor and her mother Janet Ellis enjoyed a family night out with her mother Janet Ellis as they attended the premiere of Brokeback Mountain's stage version. The Murder On The Dancefloor hitmaker, 44, cut a trendy figure in a fun black floral dress as she posed alongside her mother, 67, a former Blue Peter presenter. Sophie posed with a simple black blazer as she photographed alongside her mother at the premiere of the play in London's new theatre Soho Place.

Sophie Ellis Bextor, a celebrity, makes her way into the Eurovision Disco Party for semi-finals

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 12, 2023
Sophie Ellis Bextor was a glamorous figure when she hosted a Eurovision Disco Party at John Lewis Liverpool on Thursday. The Murder On The Dancefloor hitmaker, 44, enterended the audience who assembled for the second semi-finals on Saturday, the second semi-finalist instead of the final. Sophie was stunning in a light blue long-sleeved midi dress with an animal print and a v-neckline.

No seven-year itch here!Ex-model Yasmin Mills is engaged to eco-chef Justin Horne

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 19, 2023
Yasmin Mills, 57, who was once married to writer Simon Mills, has revealed her interest in Ibiza-based eco-chef Justin Horne. The couple, who have been together for seven years, revealed that rather than getting the 'itch,' they decided to get 'hitched' in an Instagram post that was shared on both of their pages.

EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Lady Clegg's got the blues over sexist souvenirs for the King's Coronation

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 19, 2023
EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Lady Clegg, 54, who uses her maiden name Miriam Gonzalez Durantez, is furious that the Royal Collection associates darker,'stronger' colours with men. "The Royal House thinks this blue is particularly masculine,' says Ms Gonzalez Durantez, who attended Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding at Westminster Abbey in 2011. 'Why - because it is a strong blue?'Referring to the record-breaking reign of Queen Elizabeth II, she adds: 'Seventy years! They spent 70 years as a good woman, but they learned nothing about true strength.' 'Colours have no gender,' she says in an online forum. There is no such thing as a "gender identity." Although the'masculine' shade of ultramarine, which appears on the souvenir chinaware, honors the first male monarch in 70 years, the Royal Collection Trust said the style celebrates how Charles and Queen Camilla "work in harmony."

During lockdown, Sophie Ellis-Bextor recalls her famous 'home discos.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 13, 2022
Sophie Ellis Bextor, 43, has fondly recalls the infamous 'home discos' she performed during the pandemic's outbreak. The celebrity, who rose to fame with the smash hit Murder on the Dancefloor, told the Herald Sun that she had found a community of new followers with the no-frills performances. On the one hand, so many people from around the world were flocking over to our kitchen every Friday, but on the other hand, we didn't see anybody,' she said.

Sophie Ellis Bextor transforms herself into a spooky witch for Halloween, turning her into a spooky witch

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 1, 2022
As she took her five children trick or treating on Monday, the singer, 43, pulled out all the stops, painting herself green to become a witch for Halloween. As she strolled around her neighborhood in the spooky ensemble with her family and friends, she looked to impress for the annual holiday. She spent quality time with her sons, aged three to 18, as they both wore fancy clothing.

Does it work as a makeshift camper van? Skoda Enyaq iV 80 review: Does it work?

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 10, 2022
A dad, a toddler, an electric car, a busy music festival and a tent on the roof - could this really be the recipe for an exciting adventure away, or pure madness? On the road, Lee Boyce enjoyed Skoda's first attempt at an EV, but it came with some nice camping equipment, making it a pleasant experience.

When crowd-surfing at CarFest, James Blunt goes for a strange appearance

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 1, 2022
On Sunday, James Blunt donned a strange look at the stage at CarFest in Hampshire. After his appearance to ensure he was shielded against Covid-19, the entertainer, 48, donned a gas mask while crowd-surfing. With his 771k Instagram followers, he jokingly wrote, 'Safety first.'