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‘Men in wigs and brown make-up taking stunt jobs from black women’ – study

“Men wearing wigs and using brown make-up” are depriving black women and members of other ethnic groups of top stunt roles in movies, according to a new study. Dr Laura Crossley, a researcher at Bournemouth University, has found that despite an ...

17 Nov 2024 at 09:52

Movies

Batman performs daring stunt on London Eye

A superhero stunt double rode on top of the London Eye ahead of the cinematic release of new film The Batman. The Caped Crusader kept a watchful eye over the capital early on Monday morning from a high vantage point on the tourist attraction. ...

28 Feb 2022 at 13:25

Bankrupt British socialite is owner of centuries-old painting, judge rules

A bankrupt British socialite is the owner of a centuries-old portrait at the centre of a High Court legal dispute, a judge has ruled. James Stunt and his father, Geoffrey Stunt, had been in a legal row with the trustees of James’ bankruptcy ...

22 Mar 2024 at 12:43

Jackass creators say US comedy stunt show is ‘wholesome’

The creators of slapstick reality show Jackass say the franchise is “wholesome” and its comedy style is “unassailable”. Johnny Knoxville and Steve-O said there was “no hate or negativity” involved in the numerous stunts and pranks, adding ...

07 Feb 2022 at 11:25

Socialite ‘didn’t know it was an offence to ask assistant to forge signature’

Socialite James Stunt has told a court he “didn’t know it was an offence” to ask his personal assistant to “forge” his signature so he could buy an Andy Warhol painting. The 40-year-old said he was “jacked up on morphine” in a Los ...

27 Oct 2022 at 16:27

Socialite James Stunt accused of being part of £266m money-laundering operation

The socialite and former husband of heiress Petra Ecclestone, James Stunt, has gone on trial accused of being part of a £266 million money-laundering operation. Stunt is one of eight defendants charged with money laundering ...

03 May 2022 at 14:55

Bankrupt British socialite did not buy historic painting, High Court told

A bankrupt British socialite has said he did not purchase a centuries-old portrait which is at the centre of a High Court legal dispute. James Stunt and his father, Geoffrey Stunt, are fighting a legal battle with James ...

06 Mar 2024 at 13:15

Socialite bankrupt within year after assets frozen during money-laundering probe

Socialite James Stunt became bankrupt and shut himself away “like Howard Hughes” after his assets were frozen during an investigation into alleged money laundering, a court heard. The former son-in-law of F1 tycoon ...

14 Jan 2025 at 17:14

Movies

Hollywood star Glen Powell hails Tom Cruise’s acting advice

Hollywood star Glen Powell has said he is indebted to fellow actor Tom Cruise for his advice on performing stunts, as he warned him to “film yourself running because you don’t look as cool as you think you do”. ...

07 Nov 2025 at 12:07

Movies

Action star Jason Statham hails stunt doubles as ‘unsung heroes’ of films

Action star Jason Statham has praised stunt doubles, calling them the “unsung heroes” of the film industry. Speaking to the Press Association at the UK premiere of the his new film Shelter, the 58-year-old ...

21 Jan 2026 at 09:43

National News

WATCH: Kite Surfer launched a staggering 30 METRES into the air during Storm Ashley

A self-described 'kitesurf adrenaline junkie' was seen being launched 30 metres into the air while kitsurfing during Storm Ashley on Sunday. Ivan Tamborero shared footage of his airtime online, as winds ...

21 Oct 2024 at 14:41

Socialite tells court he became a ‘reclusive pariah’ after assets were frozen

Socialite James Stunt has told a court he became a “reclusive pariah” after his assets were frozen during an investigation into alleged money laundering. The former son-in-law of F1 tycoon Bernie ...

04 Nov 2022 at 16:19

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