Several prominent figures in the entertainment industry have recently made headlines, from unexpected holiday preferences to career-defining roles and personal milestones. Ed Sheeran, despite his £370 million net worth and global travels, revealed that one of his most enjoyable mini-breaks was a budget trip to Butlin’s in Minehead for a stag do. He attended an Eighties-themed weekender, dressed as Roy Wood from Wizzard, and was so impressed that he's keen to return for a Nineties weekender, contrasting sharply with his own “Wolf Of Wall Street”-themed, boozy stag do when he married Cherry in 2019.

In the world of acting, Paul Mescal is diligently preparing for his role as Paul McCartney in the upcoming Beatles biopics. Being naturally right-handed, he is committed to learning to play the guitar left-handed to accurately portray the legendary musician. Mescal is currently in rehearsals alongside Joseph Quinn as George Harrison, Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, and Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, immersing himself daily in the mannerisms and music of The Beatles.

Musically, rock legends Aerosmith are set to release their first new music in over a decade. Following a tribute performance with Yungblud for Ozzy Osbourne at the MTV VMAs, the band is teasing a new single titled “My Only Angel.” Their last album, “Music From Another Dimension,” was released in 2012, making this new offering highly anticipated by fans.

Pop sensation Charli XCX recently celebrated her second wedding to The 1975 drummer George Daniel in Sicily, just days after their first ceremony in London in July. The couple enjoyed a honeymoon after their Italian nuptials, which included a memorable “rave cave” after-party with live musicians, champagne, and cocktails, attended by close family and friends, including George’s bandmate Matty Healy and his mother Denise Welch.

Ariana Grande has also made significant news with her touring plans, doubling her upcoming London O2 Arena residency to ten shows next summer. The decision to add five extra dates came after an overwhelming demand for presale tickets for her initial five shows, with over two million people vying for tickets. These concerts represent her only announced European dates and her first performances in the UK since 2019, highlighting their significance for her dedicated fanbase.

Meanwhile, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds announced their exclusive UK headline show for 2026, which will take place at Brighton’s Preston Park on July 31. Calling it a “homecoming” to the city where he has resided for two decades, Cave promised an “epic show.” Adding a touch of humor, Noel Gallagher, during an Oasis tour in Mexico City, corrected his brother Liam’s suggestion that he’d play cards or chess post-show, revealing his preference for tiddlywinks, a nod to his playful side.

On a personal note, Never Mind The Buzzcocks star Simon Amstell quietly entered into a civil partnership with economist Daniel Chandler earlier this year in Camden, North London. Amstell shared the emotional details of the ceremony during a stand-up show, describing it as a “very healing thing.” He and Chandler chose earrings instead of traditional wedding rings as a symbol of their bond, aiming to retain a “hint of queerness” within the conventional celebration, expressing deep gratitude for his partner and his life.