Emily Stedman
Emily is an experienced freelance entertainment writer and editor, reporting on all things TV, film, soaps and showbiz. An NCTJ-qualified journalist, with a First Class Honours degree in Journalism from the University of Sussex, Emily is a former Deputy News Editor and Evening News Editor at Digital Spy. She has previously worked at Hello magazine, BBC South News and GoodtoKnow.
A small and big-screen obsessive – with subscriptions to every TV and film service under the sun – Emily knows her movie stars from soap stars, and is always clued up on the latest reality show dumping, just-dropped trailer or off-screen spat. She's interviewed a number of celebrities over the years, with highlights including The Masked Singer host Joel Dommett and GMB's Kate Garraway (who "loved" her trousers).
Emily counts Sharon Horgan and Julia Davis as her TV heroes, and is a loyal Wes Anderson fan. LinkedIn
Celeb Bake Off confirms Prue Leith replacement in judging shake-up
There's a new judge in the tent...
Nicola Walker addresses her hopes for the future of The Split
An annual special...?
The Split's Nicola Walker recalls filming 'embarrassing' champagne scene
"It’s a great moment of them meeting."
Paul Mescal confirmed for new Beatles movies
"Paul is actually stacked up."
Emily Blunt addresses return for The Devil Wears Prada 2
"It's quoted to me every week."
Anne Hathaway lands next lead movie role in new Colleen Hoover adaptation
She'll play a tortured writer with a troubled past.
Alex Jones teams up with Harry Judd for new project
"Can you guess what's going on?"
White Lotus teaser reveals first look at season 3 character return
Check-in opens in 2025.
Jennifer Aniston shares The Morning Show season 4 update
The Friends star teased another new cast addition.
Strictly's Karen Hauer addresses show future after reaching milestone
"I mean, I'm 42."
Derry Girls boss confirms cast for new Northern Irish Netflix series
Unforgotten's Sinéad Keenan is set to star.
And Just Like That season 3 teases new romance for Miranda
Has Miranda met her match?
Downton Abbey's Joanne Froggatt is pregnant with first child as she debuts baby bump
The actress debuted her baby bump on the red carpet.
James Corden shares Gavin & Stacey filming update
"It's going to be tight to get it in and delivered."
Happy Valley's James Norton announces surprising new TV role
He's back on our screens this week.
Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan is set to star in a brand new movie
They join Claire Foy and Andrew Garfield in a reimagined children's classic.
BBC confirms brand new show with Bake Off's Nadiya Hussain
Delicious recipes incoming...
Jodie Comer and Hugh Jackman’s Robin Hood movie confirms UK release
Filming begins next year.
BBC sitcom Outnumbered to return for 2024 Christmas special
The Brockmans are back!
Line of Duty's Vicky McClure to appear in classic BBC show
She will spotlight her partnership with the Nottingham Police.
Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers dies, aged 66
"I will miss him every day."
Bridgerton cast tease season 3 tension for Eloise and Penelope
"I think the level of the betrayal is quite large."
Line of Duty star among cast announced for Netflix crime series
Downton Abbey's Matthew Goode also stars.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor recreates Saltburn dance scene
"Happy Saltburn New Year!"
Michelle Yeoh confirms she's a grandparent with adorable baby photo
"A little miracle on the first day of 2024."
Bridgerton season 3 confirms release date schedule
Add these dates to your diary!
Strictly's Angela Scanlon breaks silence following show exit
"I’m crying in an Epsom salt bath while eating a cinnamon swirl."
Strictly's Dianne Buswell reveals dad is undergoing chemotherapy in emotional health update
"i’m so proud of you dad."
John Lewis unveils 2023 Christmas advert
The one we've been waiting for!
Strictly's Hamza Yassin lands exciting Christmas role
The 2022 winner hopes to bring "some added sparkle" to proceedings.
Strictly's Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington reveal secret weapon behind Charleston routine
"We are having a ball."
First look at Strictly star in Pretty Woman musical
Coming to a theatre near you soon.
Strictly’s Janette Manrara shares sweet update on baby daughter
"She’s incredible."
Strictly's Adam Thomas offers dance "lessons" to brother Ryan ahead of Dancing on Ice
"So happy for the adventure he’s about to embark on."
Davina McCall reacts to Big Brother re-launch
She presented the original TV programme for over a decade.
Happy Valley star to lead cast of twisty new ITV police thriller
Katherine Kelly also co-stars.
Strictly's Alexandra Burke welcomes second child
"We are now a family of four."
Strictly's Kevin Clifton returns to spin-off show in new role
"Strictly Come Dancing champ Kevin Clifton returns."
Meryl Streep has an excellent idea for Mamma Mia 3 return
"I’m up for anything."
Bake Off confirms release date for new series
"Bake a date in your diaries."
Outlander star Caitriona Balfe unveils blonde hair transformation
The actress has ditched her signature brunette do.
Davina McCall opens up about dating in midlife
The star is hosting a new dating show for single parents.
Strictly drops first-look clip of 2023 cast
"It's all about the hips."
First Dates star Laura Tott welcomes baby boy and shares sweet name
"He’s here."
The One Show confirms new host in presenter shake-up
"It’s a dream-come true to be on prime-time BBC One."
Jenna Coleman's thriller Wilderness unveils first-look trailer
"We trust each other, right?"
Matt and Emma Willis are hosting a new dating show together
"I can't wait for people to come on this journey with us."
First look at Frasier revival with Only Fools and Horses star
He plays Frasier's old friend Alan.
Jamie Dornan auditioned for Superman movie in "pyjamas"
"Was that a mistake?"
Atomic Kitten star Natasha Hamilton welcomes fifth child
"Our family is complete."
Paul O'Grady's final TV documentary confirms release window
The project was one he was "incredibly passionate about".
Strictly Come Dancing completes line-up with fifteenth contestant
"It's been so hard to keep the secret."
First look at Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott's new movie
They play close friends Harry and Adam.
Strictly Come Dancing announces sixth celebrity for 2023 contestant line-up
"It turns out I'm not good at keeping a secret."
EastEnders star Lorraine Stanley announces her engagement
"I can’t wait to marry you Mark Perez."
Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan reveals reason behind brief role in Barbie film
She plays Diplomat Barbie.
Strictly's Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Márquez welcome baby boy
"Little man is here!"
Kate Ferdinand welcomes baby girl with husband, Rio Ferdinand
The little one has such a sweet name!
Barbie's first reactions have finally arrived ahead of cinema release
Come on Barbie, let's go party.
Strictly couple Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg share exciting "life update"
"It's been stressful."
BBC Breakfast star Nina Warhurst welcomes baby girl
"She has welcomed a very healthy, beautiful baby girl."
Game of Thrones' Kit Harington and Rose Leslie welcome second baby
"They're delighted to have welcomed a little girl into the family."
Gogglebox announces Strictly duo for current celebrity series
"Excited to be putting the telly world to rights with my beautiful friend and Strictly sis."
Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse is available on Airbnb
"This life-size toy pink mansion is a dream come true!"