The Queen and Downing Street Pay Tribute to Dame Jilly Cooper Following Her Passing at 88 Monday, October 6, 2025 damejillycooper rivals author literature tribute queen downingstreet britain legacy writing Dame Jilly Cooper, the acclaimed author best known for her popular Rivals series, has passed away at the age of 88 after suffering a fall. Her death has prompted heartfelt tributes from both The Queen and Downing Street, … Read More
Remembering Dennis Apperly: Journalist, Author, Poet, and Beloved Father Monday, September 22, 2025 journalism author poet legacy fatherhood storytelling tribute writing community remembrance Dennis Apperly was a remarkable individual whose impact as a journalist, author, poet, and devoted father touched many lives. As a former reporter for the Citizen, Dennis brought stories to life with his insightful writing … Read More
Countryfile's Matt Baker and Wife Nicola Embrace New Paths Amid Time Apart Sunday, June 22, 2025 countryfile mattbaker nicolabaker ourfarminthedales writing farmlife television childrenbooks durham career Countryfile presenter Matt Baker and his wife, Nicola, have opened up about the challenges and rewards of spending more time apart as Nicola embarks on a new career path away from their farm life. Fans have enjoyed watching … Read More
Matt Baker Sees a New Side of Wife Nicola After Her Breakthrough as a Children's Author Sunday, June 8, 2025 mattbaker nicolabaker countryfile childrensbooks writing publishing farming television relationships careerchange Countryfile presenter Matt Baker has shared a heartfelt reflection on how he has come to see a new side of his wife and TV co-star, Nicola Baker. The couple’s journey began over 20 years ago after meeting at a disco-themed … Read More
James Corden Called 'Annoying' as Ruth Jones Teases New Project and Confirms Gavin and Stacey Has Ended Thursday, May 15, 2025 jamescorden ruthjones gavinandstacey bafta bbc comedy television writing collaboration seriesfinale Ruth Jones has confirmed that the beloved British comedy series Gavin and Stacey will not be returning to television, describing her co-creator and co-star James Corden as her “annoying younger brother.” On … Read More