Entertainment
Julian Sands: British actor confirmed dead
Julian Sands: British actor confirmed dead
Sadly, Julian Sands is dead. Human remains found in mountains in California have been confirmed to be those of British actor Julian Sands, who went missing on a hike in January.
Walkers found the remains on Saturday, police said, and they have now been formally identified.
Sands, 65, was best known for his roles in the Oscar-winning film A Room With A View and TV dramas 24 and Smallville.
His other credits included 2011’s The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, in which he appeared opposite Daniel Craig.
Sands disappeared on 13 January during bad weather in the Baldy Bowl area of the San Gabriel Mountains.
Air and ground searches were hampered as California was battered by deadly storms, as well as icy conditions and a threat of avalanches.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said the remains found in the Mount Baldy area at the weekend had been positively identified as the missing actor.
“The manner of death is still under investigation, pending further test results.
“We would like to extend our gratitude to all the volunteers that worked tirelessly to try to locate Mr Sands,” they said in a statement.
Last week, the star’s family thanked the Californian authorities for their efforts in trying to locate him.
“We are deeply grateful to the search teams and coordinators who have worked tirelessly to find Julian,” they said.
“We continue to hold Julian in our hearts with bright memories of him as a wonderful father, husband, explorer, lover of the natural world and the arts, and as an original and collaborative performer.”
At the end of January, brother Nick Sands, who lives in North Yorkshire, where he, Julian and their three other brothers grew up, said he had already said his “goodbyes”.
“I have come to terms with the fact he’s gone and for me that’s how I’ve dealt with it,” he said.
Sands was a keen hiker. His friend and hiking partner Kevin Ryan has previously said that it was a true passion of his, and that “he was the most advanced hiker I know”.
Born in Otley, Yorkshire, and educated at Lord Wandsworth College in Hampshire, Sands started his acting career with roles in such films as The Killing Fields.
That brought him to the attention of director James Ivory, who cast him, ahead of the likes of Rupert Everett, in the 1985 film adaptation of EM Forster’s novel A Room With A View.
Set in Edwardian-era England and Italy, the film centred around Helena Bonham Carter’s character Lucy Honeychurch and her ever-growing love for Sands’ free-spirited George Emerson.
The film, which also featured Dame Maggie Smith, Daniel Day-Lewis, and Dame Judi Dench, was a box office hit and won Oscar, Bafta, and Golden Globe awards. The British Film Institute has named it one of its top 100 British films.
Later, Sands played the English Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley in Ken Russell’s psychological thriller Gothic, before moving to Hollywood.
He played the title role in the 1989 horror film Warlock and its sequel, and his other big screen credits included prominent parts in Arachnophobia, Boxing Helena, and Leaving Las Vegas, as well as starring opposite Jackie Chan in the action-comedy film The Medallion in 2003.
His TV roles included a Russian terrorist in Kiefer Sutherland’s TV drama 24 in 2006, and Superman’s biological father Jor-El in Smallville in 2009.
A friend and fellow actor John Malkovich introduced Sands to his wife, the writer Evgenia Citkowitz. The couple, who had two children, lived in North Hollywood.
Sands was previously married to Sarah Sands, former editor of BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, with whom he also had a son.
Comedian IGOSAVE lavishes over £10,000 pounds Popping Bottles Of Champagne in London
Legendary comedian Igosave who has been on a European tour since last month, was recently spotted on a spending spree in London.
According to an eyewitness, the entertainer spent over £10,000 popping premium bottles of champagne, which has got everyone talking.
Entertainment
Africa’s Largest Comedy Show, Laffmattazz, Announces 2025 UK Tour Featuring Gbenga Adeyinka and a Star-Studded Lineup
Africa’s Largest Comedy Show, Laffmattazz, Announces 2025 UK Tour Featuring Gbenga Adeyinka and a Star-Studded Lineup
Nigeria’s premier entertainment brand, Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends, is delighted to unveil its highly anticipated 2025 UK tour as Gbenga Adeyinka lands in London for the shows scheduled to run across six major cities in August.
Headlined by the legendary African comedian Gbenga Adeyinka, the tour promises a spectacular display of comedy, music, and cultural celebration, featuring some of Africa’s most celebrated performers and entertainers.
Gbenga Adeyinka: A Legend of African Comedy:
Hailed as one of the most influential comedians on the continent, Gbenga Adeyinka’s wit, charisma, and comedic mastery have earned him a revered status in African entertainment. His presence ensures an extraordinary experience for all attendees.
A star-studded lineup of performers:
The tour will showcase an impressive lineup of entertainers, including:
- King of Comedy Alibaba
- MC Abbey Da Prof
- MC Larry J
- MC OJB
- Arkbishop
- Aridunnu
- MC Obete 1 of Manchester
- Toastmaster
- Cris Da Enteratainer
- Okikiade
- Bidemi Alaran
- MC Questionnaire
This diverse ensemble guarantees a night filled with side-splitting comedy, captivating performances, and lively music.
The tour is supported by industry leaders, including FIRS, Air Peace, and TMS UK Properties Ltd. The tour underscores their ongoing support of African entertainment and cultural diplomacy.
Tour Schedule & Venues
- Cambridge – August 22, 2025
Venue: Arbury Hall, The Centre, Campkin Road, Cambridge, CB4 2LD
Tickets & Info: 07787427862 | @moneevents
- Nottingham – August 23, 2025
Venue: St Jude Hall, Mapperley, 405 Woodborough Rd, Nottingham, NG3 5HE
Tickets & Info: +44 7706 655327 | @olubadanoneproductions
Oxford – August 24, 2025
Venue: Comies Caribbean Grill, 202A Garsinton Road, Oxford, OX4 6NQ
Tickets & Info: +44 7300 205911 | @dncmusicgroup
- London – August 25, 2025
Venue: Unit 3-4, Blenheim Business Centre, 18-20 Locks Lane, Mitcham, CR4 2JX
Tickets & Info: 07787427862 | @moneevents
-Manchester – August 29, 2025
Venue: 137 Cheetham Road, Manchester, M8 8LY
Tickets & Info: +44 7877 587857 | @kinshowproductions
-Northampton – August 31, 2025
Venue: The Black Diamond, Lower Harding Street, Northampton, NN1 2JL
Tickets & Info: +44 7534 212192 | @SilhouettePromotions, @DACPromotions, @ChristianMent, @IvoryTopazEvents
Entertainment
Fuji Music Star, Abass Obesere Allegedly In Secret Romance With UK-Based Relationship Expert, Yinka TNT
Fuji Music Star, Abass Obesere Allegedly In Secret Romance With UK Based Relationship Expert, Yinka TNT
There’s a hot gossip in town involving an alleged secret romance between star Fuji musician, Abass Akande Obesere and UK based popular talkshow host, Oluyinka Ayanda a.k.a. Yinka TNT.
According to insiders, friends of Obesere are worried about the potential consequences of the alleged secret affair for his marriage; the associated scandal, heartbreak and the impact on his reputation as his wife was already in the know and reportedly spoiling for a showdown.
Sources said the clandestine nature of the saga makes it difficult to know how long their affair has been going on and how often the lovebirds meet or interact.
Speaking on the rumour, an ally of Yinka who didn’t want to be named for confidential reasons, said “it is not impossible”, adding that though it wasn’t a public topic yet.
“A single lady romancing a married man is part of socializing, especially if both of them have always known and supportive of each other,” the source quipped.
Yinka is a single, career woman with kids while Obesere is married. Thus, a close relationship between such high-profile celebrities who interestingly are also showbiz aficionados, is bound to attract intense media attention and public speculation.
Calls made to both Yinka and Obesere to confirm the authenticity of this information went unanswered while text messages sent to their known mobile telephone numbers were not replied as at press time.
_More details in due course…_
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