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Beatles Paul McCartney biopic casts Oscar nominee as Linda McCartney

Saoirse Ronan will reportedly reunite with fellow Irish star Paul Mescal for role

The Independent UK

Saoirse Ronan 'to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes' Beatles films'

American-Irish actress Saoirse Ronan has signed up to play Linda McCartney, the late first wife of Sir Paul McCartney, in Sir Sam Mendes' upcoming four Beatles films, The Beatles - A Four-Film Cinematic Event.

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Saoirse Ronan to reportedly play Linda McCartney in Beatles biopic

Oscar-nominated actor rumoured to play Paul McCartney’s first wife opposite Paul Mescal in Sam Mendes set of movies

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Harris Dickinson humiliated by ‘w*****’ co-star early in his career

Recalling how he was mocked over his working-class background, actor Harris Dickinson has detailed how he was humiliated by a “w*****” co-star early in his career.

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5 best war movies on Netflix I recommend you stream

Netflix's movie library includes several riveting and emotionally-charged war movies, from "1917" to "All Quiet on the Western Front."

Tom’s Guide

Without Hesitation, Paul Mescal Addressed Whether He’ll Be Singing In The Beatles Movies

Will Paul Mescal be laying down a tune for us?

Cinemablend

Paul Mescal thinks it's 'crazy' to be playing Sir Paul McCartney

Paul Mescal thinks it is "crazy" that he's hung out with Sir Paul McCartney and will play the Beatles legend on film.

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Trumpeter Alison Balsom to retire from performing after Last Night Of The Proms

Balsom will play the Hummel Trumpet Concerto in E flat major.

Evening Standard

Sam Mendes’ wife Alison Balsom says director took her to Quentin Tarantino film on first date

Classical musician called the film ‘violent’ but described the director as ‘unique’

The Independent UK

Previously unheard Beatles tracks to accompany new Peter Jackson documentary episode

Songs announced as ‘The Anthology’ series, long-hailed as the definitive documentary about the Fab Four, is set to stream exclusively on Disney+

The Independent UK

'The Batman 2' Just Lost Its Secret Weapon

Cinematographer Greig Fraser won't be helming 'Dune 3' or 'The Batman II,' according to Josh Brolin.

Inverse

Sam Mendes, Adrian Lester and James Nesbitt honoured by Paul McCartney at LIPA

Indie band The Wombats, who met while studying at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, were also honoured.

Evening Standard

Joseph Quinn’s back! The Fantastic Four star confirmed for MCM Comic Con London

Hot off The Fantastic Four, Stranger Things star Joseph Quinn confirmed for MCM London Comic Con 2025

Evening Standard

Michael C Hall: ‘Dexter: Resurrection was kind of a crazy notion. But I like crazy notions’

INTERVIEW: The American actor speaks to Louis Chilton about his own ‘origin story’, why ‘Six Feet Under’ was the ‘black-sheep sibling’ of ‘The Sopranos’, and his delightful return as the murderous Mr Morgan in the new ‘Dexter’ revival

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From Kate Middleton to Stanley Tucci: Who is in the Royal Box for the Wimbledon women’s finals?

The Princess of Wales joins a star-studded Royal Box to watch Amanda Anisimova v Aryna Sabalenka

Evening Standard

Cedar climbed by Beatles and oak in Woolf poem among Tree of the Year nominees

Trees that witnessed key moments in history, provided inspiration to writers and played supporting roles onscreen made this year’s shortlist.

Evening Standard

Joseph Quinn says Beatles role is beyond his ‘wildest dreams’

The 31-year old Londoner, best known for playing Eddie Munson in the sci-fi Netflix series, will be portraying the Beatles’ guitarist.

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Sir Ringo Starr provides 'extensive notes' for biopic director Sir Sam Mendes

Sir Ringo Starr has been offering advice to Sir Sam Mendes, as he works on a biopic of the Beatles star.

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The Independent UK

Why Ringo Starr wanted a rewrite of his story in the Beatles biopic

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The Independent UK

Ringo Starr says he told Sam Mendes to rewrite parts of Beatles biopic: ‘We would never do that’

Biopic is set to release in April 2028

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Victorian health acknowledges family’s distress; Trump accused of using antisemitic slur; and the brooding charisma of Michael Madsen

Messages show department sent two messages two days apart advising parents to test for different sexually transmitted diseases

The Guardian - UK

‘We would never do that’: Ringo Starr says he asked for changes in Beatles movie script

The drummer says he met with director Sam Mendes to clarify the depiction of himself and his then wife Maureen

MusicRadar

“That’s not how we were. We would never do that”: Ringo has put his foot down over parts of the Beatles biopics

Plus the drummer says he still feels like a young man

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Sir Ringo Starr: I feel like I'm still 24

Sir Ringo Starr believes his passion for music helps him to feel young.

Evening Standard

John Lennon's sister criticises casting for Beatles biopics as she takes aim at Paul Mescal

‘There are more actors out there waiting for a go, and for a chance,’ Julia Baird said

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