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lifestyle

‘This is a big deal for me’: #BBM’s Nale on judging Miss SA Teen

Beast
Entertainment

Trailer alert: Idris Elba fights off lion in action-packed film ‘Beast’ [watch]

Africa
Music

YouTube announces superstar lineup for Africa Day Concert [watch]

Nale
Celeb News

‘This is a big deal for me’: #BBM’s Nale on judging Miss SA Teen

Beast
Entertainment

Trailer alert: Idris Elba fights off lion in action-packed film ‘Beast’ [watch]

Africa
Music

YouTube announces superstar lineup for Africa Day Concert [watch]

Idris Elba
Entertainment

‘Idris Elba’s Fight School’: Visit to South Africa inspires ‘life-changing’ series

By Naledi de Wee23-05-2022 18:20

‘I’m reminded of how powerful boxing can be,’ said the star actor of his series, ‘Idris Elba’s Fight School’. Take a look at the trailer here.

Elba
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‘DJ’ Idris Elba reveals biggest hits at Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding

By Alicia Naidoo06-04-2022 15:14

Idris Elba says Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg’s ‘Still D.R.E’ – among other 1990s songs – were a big hit at the 2018 royal wedding.

Idris Elba James Bond
Entertainment

Idris Elba ‘part of conversation’ for next James Bond

By BANG Showbiz22-01-2022 13:53

James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli has confirmed that Idris Elba is ‘part of the conversation’ to replace Daniel Craig as 007.

Idris Elba
Celeb News

‘No More Red’: Idris Elba condemns knife crime for Arsenal campaign

By BANG Showbiz10-01-2022 14:48

Idris Elba decried London’s knife crime crisis while supporting the ‘No More Red’ campaign, a collaboration between Arsenal FC and Adidas.

Jay-Z
Entertainment

#BlackCowboysMatter: Jay-Z busts myths in ‘The Harder They Fall’

By AFP10-12-2021 11:25

Jay-Z says his new Western, ‘The Harder They Fall’, aims to correct misconceptions about the film genre and how cowboys are portrayed.

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Fashion and Beauty

UK fashion awards honour Virgil Abloh and other big-hitters

By AFP30-11-2021 10:40

The British Fashion Council’s annual awards honoured prominent fashion industry names and paid tribute to Virgil Abloh.

James Bond
Entertainment

MGM boss Pamela Abdy admits the choice for new Bond is ‘wide open’

By BANG Showbiz27-11-2021 14:45

MGM’s President of Motion Pictures Pamela Abdy has revealed that it is ‘wide open’ as to who will be the new James Bond.

Ridley Scott says Idris Elba t
Entertainment

Ridley Scott says Idris Elba thought he was shot in ‘American Gangster’

By BANG Showbiz25-11-2021 10:27

Sir Ridley Scott has revealed Idris Elba thought he had been shot during a gun scene in the film ‘American Gangster.’

Idris Elba
Entertainment

Villain or 007? Idris Elba rumoured to be in ‘early’ talks for Bond role

By BANG Showbiz22-11-2021 13:22

Actor Idris Elba is rumoured to be in talks for a role in a Bond movie…but it might not be for the famous spy he’s been tipped to play.

‘Oi… I’m back!’: Idris Elba co
Entertainment

‘Oi… I’m back!’: Idris Elba confirms ‘Luther’ filming

By BANG Showbiz12-11-2021 11:03

‘Luther’ star Idris Elba confirms the big screen version of the series has started shooting, as he shared two behind-the-scenes pictures.

‘Into a new sphere’: Idris Elb
Entertainment

‘Into a new sphere’: Idris Elba thinks ‘Luther’ can reach James Bond levels

By BANG Showbiz08-11-2021 10:51

Veteran actor Idris Elba thinks the upcoming Netflix ‘Luther’ movie could rival any James Bond blockbuster.

Iconic DJ Pete Tong receives l
Music

Iconic DJ Pete Tong receives lifetime achievement award from pal Idris Elba

By BANG Showbiz03-11-2021 10:56

Actor and DJ Idris Elba presented DJ Pete Tong with a Music Industry Trusts Award for his contribution to music on Monday evening.

Idris Elba
Celeb News

No chance of a ‘beer boep’: Idris Elba keeps it ‘pretty simple’ with spirits

By BANG Showbiz01-11-2021 15:48

Idris Elba’s drinking habits have changed as he’s got older because beer is ‘not so kind on the belly’ anymore.

'The Harder They Fall' actors, Regina King and Idris Elba
Soapies

Mzansi’s Pretty Yende impresses Jeymes Samuel in ‘The Harder They Fall’

By Rae Seleme28-10-2021 14:35

SA soprano Pretty Yende, formed part of the score for the new Idris Elba movie, ‘The Harder They Fall’.

London solidarity: Adele wants
Entertainment

London solidarity: Adele wants Idris Elba to be the next James Bond

By BANG Showbiz24-10-2021 12:17

‘Easy on Me’ singer Adele revealed who she would like to see Idris Elba replace Daniel Craig as the next James Bond.

‘My answer to Bond’: Idris Elb
Entertainment

‘My answer to Bond’: Idris Elba says ‘Luther’ movie is his big role

By BANG Showbiz19-10-2021 12:33

‘Luther is my big character that lives in the same space as the Bournes and Bonds in the world,’ said veteran actor Idris Elba about his new movie.

Idris Elba - Sonic
Entertainment

Knuckle punch! Idris Elba to voice Knuckles in ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’

By Cover Media13-08-2021 14:47

‘Knock, knock, it’s Knuckles’: Veteran actor Idris Elba is no stranger to voice work, having lent his recognisable vocals to three animated movies to date.

Idris Elba
Celeb News

Idris Elba on acting and creativity: ‘Yeah, this is therapy time’

By Cover Media02-08-2021 11:30

Veteran actor Idris Elba admitted that he likes to tackle characters who are dealing with ’emotional battles’ that he can relate to.

Idris Elba
Celeb News

Idris Elba will be somewhere in South Africa for the next 10 weeks

By Storm Simpson24-07-2021 14:48

‘Beast’ a game reserve thriller starring Idris Elba and Sharlto Copley will be filmed in Limpopo, Northern Cape and Cape Town over the next few months.

Trio of trailers: ‘The Suicide
Entertainment

Trio of trailers: ‘The Suicide Squad’, ‘Ted Lasso’ and more [watch]

By Alicia Naidoo02-07-2021 16:15

A comedy, a supervillain adventure and a new-school Western…here are three trailers to watch this week.

Veteran actor Idris Elba to ho
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Entertainment

Veteran actor Idris Elba to host Africa Day concert [video]

By Erene Roux12-05-2021 14:03

From Johannesburg to Lagos: Viewers from around the globe can expect to see a spectacular display of African excellence this Africa Day.

rege-jean page dungeons & dragons
Entertainment

Fans shaken and stirred: Could Regé-Jean Page be the next James Bond?

By BANG Showbiz07-04-2021 14:54

Regé-Jean Page admits that he is “flattered” by speculation tipping him to take over from Daniel Craig as James Bond.

Actor and rapper Idris Elba te
Entertainment

Actor and rapper Idris Elba teases he has a song with Megan Thee Stallion

By BANG Showbiz23-02-2021 15:13

Multitalented Idris Elba, who is also a DJ, has revealed he has an upcoming song that will feature the rap megastar.

Idris Elba becomes Sierra Leon
Lifestyle

Idris Elba becomes Sierra Leone’s ‘son of the soil’ with citizenship

By Norma Young24-12-2019 16:21

Actor Idris Elba has been granted honorary Sierra Leone citizenship during his first-time visit to his father’s native country.

Eight Hollywood actors who played Nelson Mandela brilliantly
Lifestyle

Eight Hollywood actors who played Nelson Mandela brilliantly

By Tom Head05-12-2017 15:43

We are very much here for these acting masterclasses

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