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Lily Ford is THR’s U.K. Reporter, covering breaking news, features, award shows, premieres and the like from across the pond in London. She came to THR from ITV News as a multimedia producer and before that, PA Media, on their social media desk. Lily graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Theology from the University of Cambridge and a year later, earned a master's in Broadcast Journalism from Cardiff University.

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Gary Lineker to Step Down As Host of BBC Sport’s Flagship ‘Match of the Day’ After 26 Years

The ex-England soccer captain has become the face of BBC Sport and the public broadcaster’s highest-paid presenter since he began presenting the U.K.'s biggest sports show in 1999.

Gary Lineker with yellow 'BBC Sport' microphone.

Hulu’s Amanda Knox Series Sparks Local Uproar as Filming Gets Underway in Perugia

Local residents in the Italian city of Perugia, where student Meredith Kercher was found murdered in 2007, displayed banners reading "Rispetto per Meredith" (respect for Meredith).

Amanda Knox.

Channel 4 Unveils Crime Thriller ‘In Flight’ About Flight Attendant Blackmailed Into Drug Smuggling

The new six-part series follows Katherine Kelly ('Mr Bates vs the Post Office') as Jo who finds her life turned upside down when her son is arrested.

Katherine Kelly stars as flight attendant Jo Conran.

‘Disclaimer’: Louis Partridge on “Horrific” Finale Twist and Real Villain in Alfonso Cuarón’s Thriller

The young British star, who plays Jonathan opposite Leila George, also talks to The Hollywood Reporter about his role in Steven Knight's 'House of Guinness,' George Clooney's career advice and dealing with a little bit of imposter syndrome: "I do doubt my ability all the time."

Louis Partridge as Jonathan Brigstocke in Alfonso Cuarón's 'Disclaimer'.

U.K. Government Forum to Scrutinize Future of TV Broadcasting Amid Streaming Concerns

A new government-commissioned report has found that by 2040, over 95 percent of households will be able to watch TV via the Internet, leaving 5 percent or 1.5 million people relying on traditional linear broadcasting.

Media minister Stephanie Peacock will chair the forum.

Dane DeHaan Considers ‘Wardriver’, ‘Oppenheimer’ Proof of Vital Hollywood Risk-Taking: “Like, Let’s F***ing Go!”

The 'Oppenheimer' actor, star of Rebecca Thomas' new film on the art of wardriving, told The Hollywood Reporter why it took 10 years to make this movie: "It fell apart two times this year. It feels like a miracle."

Dane DeHaan plays Cole in 'Wardriver'.

‘Magic Faraway Tree’ Director Ben Gregor Knows He Has an Amazing Cast (Exclusive First-Look Image)

Gregor talks to THR about the ensemble of Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy, Rebecca Ferguson, Nicola Coughlan, Jessica Gunning and Michael Palin, to name a few: "It was like a religious conversion."

The Magic Faraway Tree

Oscar Winner ‘20 Days in Mariupol,’ Channel 4 Triumph at British Documentary Awards

At The Grierson Trust's ceremony in London, Channel 4 won five awards, the highest number, followed by the BBC with three, and Netflix with two.

'20 Days in Mariupol' dir. Mstyslav Chernov

Channel 4 Kicks Ex-U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson Out of Election Panel for Plugging Book

The co-host of Channel 4's U.S. election program told Johnson that promoting his book was "so cheap", to which the former Tory MP replied: "There’s absolutely nothing you can do to stop me."

Boris Johnson was told to "put it away" when holding his book up on camera.

World Leaders, Including Netanyahu, Starmer, Congratulate Trump: “History’s Greatest Comeback”

After the Republican and former reality television star emerged victorious, he was sent a host of congratulations from politicians on X, including the Israeli Prime Minister: "This is a huge victory!"

Donald Trump

Police Ask U.K. Prosecutors to Consider Charging Russell Brand Over Sexual Assault Allegations

The Metropolitan Police confirmed in a statement to THR that their file, which includes allegations of sexual assault against the former comedian, has been passed on to prosecutors.

The offenses are alleged to have occurred when Russell Brand was at the peak of his fame.

Netflix’s Harlan Coben Follow-Up ‘Missing You’ to Land New Year’s Day

Led by Rosalind Eleazar, Netflix has confirmed the new Coben series will air on Jan. 1 following the success of 'Fool Me Once'.

Rosalind Eleazar and Ashley Walters star in new Netflix show Missing You.

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