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Brigitte Bardot relaxes in her hotel room at The Plaza Hotel in New York on Dec. 17, 1965.

Brigitte Bardot, film icon who renounced stardom, dies at 91

Brigitte Bardot, the tousle-haired French actress who redefined mid-20th-century movie sex symbolism in films, then gave up acting at 39 to devote her life to animal welfare, has died aged 91.

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French film icon of the 1960s Brigitte Bardot has died at the age of 91.

French 1960s screen siren Brigitte Bardot dies at 91

French actor Brigitte Bardot has died at the age of 91 at her home in southern France, her foundation says.

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The celebrity scandals that shocked us in 2025.

The 10 celebrity scandals that shocked the world in 2025

We all love a celebrity scandal - and 2025 has been filled with drama, break-ups, and some truly WTF moments. 

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Mitch McTaggart is back with The Last Year Of Television.

Love your TV? You NEED to watch Mitch McTaggart’s show

The Last Year Of TV, Run, Tales From Outer Suburbia, Dear Life & The Scarecrow’s Wedding: here’s what our Screen Queen Clare Rigden is dipping into this week.

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FILE: John Farnham in 2018.

‘Looking great’: Fans share love for Farnham Christmas pics

Legendary Aussie singer John Farnham has been seen for the first time in months as his family gathered on Boxing Day, with fans quick to share their thanks and adoration for the star.

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Dr Karl is still asking questions after all these years.

Inside Dr Karl’s Lifetime of Curiosity

From taxi driver to National Living Treasure, Dr Karl has spent 50 years asking the questions we didn’t know we had. He’s back with the second series of his fantastic ABC show, How Things Work.

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Perry Bamonte entered the Cure's world as part of its road crew in 1984 before joining in 1990. (EPA PHOTO)

The Cure star dies aged 65

Perry Bamonte, best known as guitarist and keyboardist in The Cure, has died at the age of 65 after battling a short illness at home over Christmas.

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George Mason is sensational as Brenden Abbott in Run, coming to Binge.

Everything worth watching on TV this week

Run, The Last Year Of Television, NYE on ABC, the new Harlen Coben series Run Away and the second series of Daddy Issues: here’s what we’re diving into on TV this week.

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Erika Kirk and Nicki Minaj speak during Turning Point USA's AmericaFest on December 21.

Nicki Minaj in hot water over Kirk ‘assassin’ comment

The rapper is copping backlash after she had an awkward encounter with Erika Kirk, the widow of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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The woman embroiled in the Lachie and Jules Neale marriage drama posted cheerful Christmas Day photos on Instagram, but there was person and item that was noticeably absent.

Woman at centre of Neale saga breaks silence in telling post

The woman embroiled in the Lachie and Jules Neale marriage drama posted cheerful Christmas Day photos on Instagram, but there was one person and an item noticeably absent from the pictures.

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American talk show host Jimmy Kimmel has taken aim at Donald Trump in a brutal Christmas Day message after his controversial suspension.

‘Right mess’: Kimmel scolds Trump in Christmas speech

American talk show host Jimmy Kimmel has taken aim at Donald Trump in a brutal Christmas Day message after his controversial suspension.

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Nicole Kidman pictured for the first time since splitting with Keith Urban, back on home soil with her daughters.

Nicole Kidman’s fresh look steals show at Christmas party

Nicole Kidman was snapped returning to the social scene on Wednesday, stepping out for her first Christmas party in Sydney since her shock split from husband Keith Urban.

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Pat Finn, a veteran television actor best known for starring in The Middle, Friends and Seinfeld, has died aged 60.

Seinfeld, Friends actor dies after cancer battle

Pat Finn, a veteran television actor best known for starring in The Middle, Friends and Seinfeld, has died after a prolonged cancer battle.

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The West staff have picked the best Christmas movies that will have even the biggest grinch feeling excited for Santa’s visit.

Christmas Eve sorted: The ultimate movie night lineup

Here’s a list of the best Christmas movies that will have even the biggest grinch feeling excited for Santa’s visit. 

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The TikTok Angel Tree drama has captivated millions.

How buying gifts for charity became a TikTok drama

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Influencers are posting about buying gifts for charity online. Some of their followers aren’t happy about it.

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