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CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews last night's TV: A curfew for men? This dystopian thriller strives too hard to provoke

17/02/26 00:07

My first thought was: That's absurd. It could never happen - a police regime compelling all men to stay inside from 7pm to 7am, on pains of a two-year jail sentence? The British would never accept it... would we? Then I realised we embraced exactly that: repeated lockdowns by day as well as night, that lasted months (for men and women)... and believed we were being clever and virtuous to do it....read

Strictly star Robin Windsor 'slipped deeper and deeper into a depression' after he was dropped from show, ex-dancing partner Lisa Riley tells inquest
11/02/26 12:26
The professional Latin and Ballroom dancer, who featured on four series between 2010 and 2013, was found dead at a hotel in west London, on February 19 2024.
Would you Adam and Eve it? Queen of the castle Claudia Winkleman's iconic wardrobe inspired by queen of the Vic Anita Dobson
25/01/26 01:07
Claudia Winkleman's iconic wardrobe was itself inspired by another TV star - former EastEnders actress Anita Dobson.
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Brian May says Queen will NEVER perform at Glastonbury due to political differences with the organisers
15/01/26 23:27
It will no doubt come as a relief to his wife, Anita Dobson, who revealed she had pleaded with her husband of 26 years to stop touring because, 'I want him home,' she said.
Former Strictly star Anita Dobson says the show needs 'bigger names' if it is to survive as bosses consider 'moving the show to Manchester' to escape a string of scandals
16/12/25 12:59
Strictly Come Dancing star Anita Dobson has shared that the show needs to start attracting 'bigger names' if it is to survive, after the series was marred by a string of scandals.
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Rock legend Sir Brian May's wife Anita Dobson reveals the future of Queen after the guitarist suffered a stroke
11/12/25 01:51
Sir Brian May's wife Anita Dobson has shared an update on the future of Queen.
ROLAND WHITE reviews Play for Today: Big Winners - Will a £14million lottery win fix this unhappy marriage? Not a chance...
21/11/25 00:44
Channel 5 is developing a successful line in reviving things that the BBC used to do well (like All Creatures Great And Small).
Actress Anita Dobson says east London has become 'unrecognisable in a shocking way' and 'lost its sense of community'
10/11/25 13:43
The actress, 76, grew up in Stepney Green as the daughter of a tailoress and a dress cutter - but now says the streets she knew as a child have long since changed.
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Caprice, 53, flashes her underwear in a dress inspired by her 90s heyday as she attends the National Film Awards after revealing the secret to her sexy lad's mags looks
03/07/25 09:26
The model, 53, flashed her underwear in a racy sheer white fringed dress as she joined a slew of stars at the glitzy event.
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Brian May's wife Anita Dobson breaks silence on Freddie Mercury secret lovechild claim - after woman took DNA test to prove she is the Queen star's daughter
27/06/25 01:06
Queen legend Brian May was left stunned by bombshell claims that his late bandmate Freddie Mercury fathered a secret love child. - but wife Anita Dobson admitted they aren't convinced.
Anita Dobson wins big for her surprise EastEnders return while Emmerdale's Amelia Flanagan is overcome with emotion as she accepts Best Young Performer gong at British Soap Awards
03/06/25 20:21
Stars of the country's favourite soaps descended on London's Hackney Empire for the annual bash which was hosted by Jane McDonald .
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Anita Dobson reveals surprise way she tuned into Billie Piper's shock reveal in Doctor Who finale as she reflects on 'riotous' reaction to Mrs Flood twist
02/06/25 14:16
The EastEnders star, 76, had joined her co-stars in attendance for the glitzy red carpet at London's Hackney Town Hall on Saturday, just an hour before the finale was being broadcast.
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Queen's Brian May and Roger Taylor are awarded the 2025 Polar Music Prize by Sweden's King Carl Gustaf
27/05/25 22:13
Attending the Polar Music Prize gala at the Grand Hotel in Stockholm, the rockers were recognised for the entirety their career.
Brian May, 77, is the picture of health as he takes to the Coachella stage to perform Bohemian Rhapsody with Benson Boone in the wake of his stroke
12/04/25 06:52
Brian May looked the picture of health of Friday as he took to the stage at the Coachella festival, in Indio, California in the wake of his stroke.
Anita Dobson issues major Brian May health update live on Good Morning Britain in aftermath of stroke
10/04/25 14:39
The Queen guitarist revealed he had been rushed to hospital following the medical emergency back in September.
I got one of the rare tickets to the Doctor Who premiere and found out the truth behind the rumours of the show's uncertain future
02/04/25 20:26
With the new series of Doctor Who just around the corner, it was a welcome sight when I received an invite to the show's premiere last month.
Channel 4 axes comedy series with all-star cast amid mixed reviews and cliffhanger ending in blow to fans
10/03/25 08:55
The show stars the likes of Sue Johnston, Robert Lindsay, Lewis Gribben, Paul Benthall, Anita Dobson and Jay Lycurgo.
EastEnders legend Anita Dobson stuns fans as she reprises iconic role of Angie Watts after 37 years for 40th anniversary special in 'TV moment of the year'
19/02/25 20:28
The actress, 75, played the Queen Vic's first landlady from the show's very first episode in 1985 before bowing out three-years later.
EastEnders announces major schedule shake-up for live episode and 40th anniversary - and it's bad news if you watch on BBC iPlayer
12/02/25 11:16
To celebrate the anniversary, the soap is treating fans to a special hour-long episode on Wednesday, February, 20, which will then be following by a full live episode on Thursday.
Shocking new EastEnders pictures tease dramatic Queen Vic explosion - with 40th anniversary episodes set to cause chaos in Walford
11/02/25 01:18
To celebrate the soap's 40th anniversary, the BBC will air a special hour-long episode on Wednesday, February, 20, which will then be following by a full live episode on Thursday February 21.
Anita Dobson drops major health update about husband Brian May - following The Queen icon's dreadful stroke
18/01/25 00:50
The actress, 75, has reassured fans saying Brian, 77, is currently 'stable', while also revealing he felt well enough to take over a trip to Lapland over the Christmas festivities.
EastEnders legend Anita Dobson, 75, reveals why she no longer watches the BBC soap - 36-years after leaving iconic role of Angie Watts
23/12/24 00:27
The actress, 75, played Angie Watts from the show's very first episode in 1985 before bowing out three-years later.
Brian May's wife Anita Dobson gives his fans a major health update on the Queen legend following his 'scary' stroke
04/12/24 21:37
Anita Dobson has given a health update on her husband Sir Brian May, after he suffered a stroke in September and was left unable to use his arm.
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Channel 4 viewers 'switch off' just minutes into grisly new drama - branding it 'a load of rubbish' and insisting they would 'rather watch Gogglebox repeats'
28/10/24 14:28
Channel 4 aired the gruesome horror Generation Z on Sunday but viewers were underwhelmed by the Zombie series branding it a 'load of rubbish'.
Robert Lindsay says he struggles to recognise his Hollywood friends due to the amount of Botox they've had
22/10/24 00:03
Starring in the new Channel 4 drama series Generation Z alongside Sue Johnston, 80, and Anita Dobson, 75, the trio insisted hey have never been tempted to reverse the clock with surgery.
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Anita Dobson gives poignant Brian May health update after his stroke - calling ordeal a 'big wake up call' that has 'forced compromises' in both of their lives
18/10/24 15:46
Queen guitarist Brian, 77, who has been married to Anita for 23 years, had the health scare last month and was left unable to use his arm.
Meet Brian May's 'incredible' wife of 23 years who 'saved his life': How ex-EastEnders actress Anita Dobson, 75, offered support as Queen guitarist, 77, reveals he suffered a stroke
04/09/24 14:59
Brian's wife of 23 years Anita Dobson has been a constant support at his side and nursed him at his bedside after he struggled with his health.
Brian May's wife Anita Dobson is joined by close friends Carol Vorderman, Duncan Bannatyne and his wife Nigora as she celebrates her 75th birthday with dinner at Scott's
30/04/24 07:45
The EastEnders star was joined by her rocker husband Brian May as they dined with friends including Carol Vorderman, Duncan Bannatyne and his wife Nigora.
Duncan Bannatyne, 75, looks loved-up with his glamorous wife Nigora, 44, as they depart Anita Dobson's 75th birthday dinner at Scott's in Mayfair
30/04/24 07:24
The Dragon's Den star, 75, enjoyed a wholesome evening with Nigora at Scott's restaurant in Mayfair, to celebrate the actress' milestone.
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Strictly Come Dancing star 'set to join Celebrity Gogglebox with his younger brother and dad'
27/04/24 23:49
TV bosses and producers have been lining up to sign the Strictly star, 20, who also just landed a role for a new BBC drama thriller.
Bobby Brazier lands new TV role after sparking fears he is leaving EastEnders to pursue post-Strictly offers
25/04/24 09:59
Bobby Brazier has landed a major new TV role, alongside some acting legends.
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Doctor Who teaser trailer sees Ncuti Gatwa travel through time and space from prehistoric times to Regency Britain and the 1960s ahead of new series
23/03/24 15:12
Joined by his companion Ruby Sunday, played by Millie Gibson, fans were treated to a glimpse of the duo's adventures.
Strictly Come Dancing pays tribute to 'good-humoured, considerate and kind' former contestant Dave Myers following his death aged 66
29/02/24 15:39
It was announced on Thursday that the Hairy Bikers star had passed away the night before following a battle with cancer.
Robin Windsor's heartbroken family thank mourners for 'outpouring of love' after tragic Strictly star was found dead in London hotel room
22/02/24 14:28
The professional Latin and Ballroom dancer, who delighted millions when he appeared on the hit BBC show between 2010 and 2015, vanished last week before his body was found in a London hotel.
Strictly's Robin Windsor experienced dream safari holiday days before his tragic death - as friends detail his brave battle with 'mental health'
21/02/24 08:15
The professional Latin and Ballroom dancer, 44, was found dead in a London hotel, it emerged on Tuesday, as his friends detailed his brave battle with mental health.
Tragic former Strictly dancer Robin Windsor was found dead in a London hotel - with friends detailing his brave battle against 'mental health struggles and thoughts of suicide' and revealing he suffered a 'troubling incident' over New Year
20/02/24 23:19
The professional Latin and Ballroom dancer, 44, suffered a troubling incident over the New Year period, before embarking to perform on a luxurious cruise in South Africa.
A gentleman to the end: How 'depressed' Strictly star Robin Windsor 'struggled to get out of bed' amid injury, relationship and money woes but bravely spent his final weeks bringing joy to others as fans share their touching moments with the star
20/02/24 15:56
The beloved dancer appeared to have been living life to the fullest, including meeting up with the mother of his former Strictly host Deborah Meaden in South Africa.
Bruno Tonioli looks sombre as he's seen for the first time since the shock death of 'dear friend' and Strictly star Robin Windsor
20/02/24 14:50
The news of Windsor's passing was announced on Tuesday morning. The 44-year-old dancer's cause of death has not been revealed.
Strictly Come Dancing pays tribute to 'caring, considerate and kind' pro dancer Robin Windsor following his shock death aged 44
20/02/24 14:41
The news of Bobby's passing was announced on Tuesday morning but the 44-year-old professional dancer's cause of death has not been confirmed.
Strictly's Kristina Rihanoff claims Robin Windsor was in 'excruciating pain' before his death aged 44
20/02/24 14:16
The professional Latin and Ballroom dancer, best known for his appearances on Strictly Come Dancing between 2010 and 2013, was confirmed to have died on Tuesday.
Eamonn Holmes is visibly emotional as he announces Strictly's Robin Windsor's shock death on GB News and pays a heart-warming tribute: 'I even danced with him as did my wife'
20/02/24 11:36
The Strictly Come Dancing star, who died at the age of 44 , was best known for his appearances on the ITV show for fives years between 2010-2015.
Strictly's Brendan Cole fights back tears as he pays tribute to former co-star Robin Windsor after his death aged 44
20/02/24 10:41
The professional dancer, 47, appeared via phone on Tuesday's Good Morning Britain along with fellow pro dancer Erin Boag.
The Strictly stars we've loved and lost: After dancer Robin Windsor's shock death is revealed, a look at the other legends of the BBC show who have sadly passed away
20/02/24 09:51
As tributes pour in for Robin 'Bobby' Windsor' MailOnline has looked back at some of the other stars of the programme that we have loved and lost over the years.
How Robin Windsor's heart was 'broken' after being forced off Strictly by the BBC: Fans' favourite dreamed of becoming a dancer from the age of three and never gave up hope of returning to show but was forced to work on cruise ships to pay the bills
20/02/24 09:35
Robin Windsor became adored by millions and said he had 'never been happier' in his life after he partnered Anita Dobson , Patsy Kensit , Lisa Riley and Deborah Meaden.
Robin 'Bobby' Windsor's best Strictly Come Dancing moments after his shock death aged 44 - including reaching the semi-final with Lisa Riley and dancing with Alison Hammond
20/02/24 09:29
The news of Robin's passing was announced on Tuesday morning. The 44-year-old dancer's cause of death has not been revealed.
Robin Windsor's ex boyfriend breaks his silence after Strictly star's shock death: X Factor's Marcus Collins says the world is 'a lot less sparkly' in heartfelt tribute
20/02/24 09:21
X Factor star Marcus Collins, 35, dated the Ballroom and Latin professional for 18 months before ending their romance in 2015.
Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor posted black and white photo captioned 'hiding in the shadows' on Instagram weeks before his shock death aged 44 - as devastated stars pay tribute to beloved dancer
20/02/24 08:53
The beloved professional Latin and Ballroom dancer was best known for his appearances on BBC 's Strictly Come Dancing for five years between 2010-2015.
Susanna Reid becomes emotional as she announces the death of Strictly star Robin Windsor on Good Morning Britain
20/02/24 08:09
The professional dancer, who died at the age of 44, was best known for his appearances on the show between 2010-2013.
Robin Windsor's Strictly co-stars lead outpouring of grief after his shock death aged 44: Craig Revel Horwood pays tribute to 'kind and gentle' dancer while Lisa Riley praises his 'beautiful, electric energy'
20/02/24 07:52
James Jordan has led tributes to former Strictly Come Dancing star Robin 'Bobby' Windsor after his tragic death aged 44.
Strictly Come Dancing star Robin 'Bobby' Windsor dies aged 44: Heartbroken James Jordan and Susanna Reid lead tributes to beloved dancer who delighted millions of viewers following his shock death
20/02/24 07:36
The professional Latin and Ballroom dancer was best known for his appearances on BBC 's Strictly Come Dancing for five years between 2010-2015.
Doctor Who fans are stunned as Christmas special breaks the FOURTH WALL in a surprise mid-credits scene
25/12/23 21:47
The short scene saw Ruby Sunday's neighbour Mrs. Flood nonchalantly brush off the TARDIS disappearing from her doorstep, after her neighbour was stunned to see it vanish.
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EastEnders legend Anita Dobson reveals the sad reason she doesn't think she could ever make a comeback to the soap
22/12/23 21:27
The actress, 74, played Angie Watts in the BBC One soap opera from its very first episode in 1985 until 1988.
Blood Actually: A Murder, They Hope Mystery review - All-star cast meet gruesome ends straight out of Midsomer Murders, writes CHRISTOPHER STEVENS
18/12/23 01:00
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Anything The Crown can do, Lee Mack can do - well, not better, exactly, but much funnier.
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Queen guitarist Sir Brian May might buy a £35million estate on sale for the first time in 700 YEARS
29/07/23 21:41
Sir Brian May, 76, was spotted viewing the Rothbury estate, which has historically been owned by the Duke of Northumberland.
RICHARD EDEN: The £25m palace fit for a Queen… guitarist! Sir Brian May buys himself a sumptuous 76th birthday present
19/07/23 20:22
RICHARD EDEN: the Queen guitarist has shelled out nearly £25million for a palace of his own - a sumptuous, three storeyed property set in an estate of more than 200 Surrey acres.
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Doctor Who's Ncuti Gatwa cuts a suave figure in an orange zip-up top and blue trousers as he joins Anita Dobson to film Christmas scenes in Bristol
26/04/23 10:37
The Sex Education star, 30, appeared to be in jovial spirits as he transformed into The Doctor while shooting Christmas scenes on a residential street.
Doctor Who EXCLUSIVE: Anita Dobson lets slip the name of her mystery character and what role entails - while gushing over 'gorgeous' lead Ncuti Gatwa and companion Millie Gibson
18/02/23 01:24
It was announced the actress, 73, would be joining the BBC drama in an unnamed part last month, however she's now spilled the beans on the exciting new project.
Doctor Who: Millie Gibson transforms into companion Ruby Sunday while filming scenes with EastEnders legend Anita Dobson in Bristol
07/02/23 15:22
The Coronation Street star, 18, was joined on set by EastEnders legend Anita Dobson, who is joining the upcoming series in a as-yet-unconfirmed role.
The cast of BBC Two's comedy Inside No. 9 is REVEALED with star-studded line-up including Amanda Abbington, Anita Dobson and Phil Daniels in new series airing this spring
27/01/23 14:35
Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith have announced that five stand-alone episodes of their BAFTA Award-winning series will be launching up for the final time after a second revival in 2017.
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Brian May and wife Anita Dobson dress to impress in quirky steampunk costumes as they attend the Cirque Du Soleil KURIOS premiere
19/01/23 01:57
Brian May and Anita Dobson pulled out all the stops on Wednesday night as they donned steampunk costumes for the Cirque Du Soleil KURIOS European premiere.
'This is not a tea moment!': Anita Dobson recalls offering her Queen guitarist husband Brian May, 75, a cup of tea after mistaking his heart attack in 2020 as a result of over-exercising
20/12/22 16:00
The actress, 73, has been married to the Queen guitarist since 2000 and appeared on Loose Women on Tuesday afternoon to discuss her latest move to the panto stage.
'I said you've overdone it!' Brian May's wife Anita Dobson, 73, says she mistook his heart attack for overexertion due to exercise - but was shocked when it turned out rocker, 75, was 'very near death'
05/08/22 08:00
Anita Dobson has revealed she initially thought her husband Brian May's 2020 heart attack was down to him 'overdoing it' after too much exercise.
'He was in a really bad way': Anita Dobson, 72, admits she 'went into shock' after her husband Brian May, 74, suffered a heart attack in lockdown
26/10/21 15:22
Anita Dobson has admitted she 'went into shock' when her husband Brian May suffered numerous health battles during lockdown.
'We're never going to feel the same about that house again': Brian May and wife Anita Dobson quit 'brutal' London for good after their Kensington home was wrecked by floods
15/08/21 12:06
The Queen guitarist, 74, and his EastEnders legend wife, 72, are quitting 'brutal' London for good after recent flash floods wrecked their Kensington home.
Brian May's chauffeur is CLEARED of child sex abuse charges after Queen rocker and EastEnders star Anita Dobson defended his character and lawyer told court he was a 'demon to blame' for accuser's addiction and mental health problems
30/03/21 15:51
Driver to the stars, Phillip Webb, 59, was today cleared on all charges at Kingston Crown Court, after denying allegations of historic child sexual abuse.
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The chemistry that pulled in 30 MILLION viewers: As her classic EastEnders Christmas episode gets a rerun, Anita Dobson tells of those whirlwind years when Angie and Den were top of the box
07/12/18 22:31
Anita Dobson, 69, who is best known for her former role as Angie in EastEnders revealed how the soap boosted her career. The actress is currently preparing to star in musical Annie.
Decades after a showdown with Dirty Den on EastEnders, it’s Angie the WestEnder... Anita Dobson takes to the London stage in a timely play about three generations of women
19/05/18 21:01
Anita Dobson is about to star in a new play in the West End written by the comedian Katy Brand called 3Women, telling the story of three generations of, well, women
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Olivier Awards 2018: Ronnie Wood, 70, and wife Sally, 39, join Brian May and Anita Dobson for glam awards show
08/04/18 18:14
Ronnie Wood looked smitten as he stepped out with his wife Sally for the Olivier Awards, and the rock legend was soon joined by Queen guitarist Brian May and his wife Anita Dobson at the show.
Tired and past it... the show, not you Anita! Fine acting in She Stoops To Conquer lifts a creaky old comedy, writes QUENTIN LETTS
10/07/15 00:58
The two main characters have their moments, as does the production, but there is little avoiding the sense the 18th-century japes may have passed their sell-by date, writes QUENTIN LETTS.
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Who will be crowned Best Bess? As Anita Dobson is transformed into Elizabeth I, the other actresses who have played Britain's Virgin Queen
22/05/15 10:39
As momentum builds for the former EastEnders' actress's turn as the Virgin Queen, FEMAIL looks back other stars to play the Tudor monarch - from Helen Mirren to Anne-Maris Duff.
The Queen of Soap as you've never seen her before: EastEnders' legend Anita Dobson on her very unlikely new role as Elizabeth I
13/03/15 22:01
Anita Dobson, 65, on her warts-and-all portrayal of an ageing Elizabeth I, why she never had children – and how she plucked up the courage to go grey.
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Revealed after 30 years, the Angie that EastEnders never got to meet: Anita Dobson was not the first choice to play the role that propelled her to stardom
03/02/15 00:12
Jean Fennell (pictured) was initially picked to play Angie Watts, the landlady of the Queen Vic, but she was sacked after clashing with formidable EastEnders producer Julia Smith.
From the Queen Vic to Queen Elizabeth I: Anita Dobson set to play monarch in new BBC Two documentary Armada
02/02/15 12:23
The 65-year-old actress will play the hygiene-shy monarch in a three-part documentary series, which airs on BBC 2 this spring.
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