Celebrities

The Proud Trust have launched its #DeserveBetter campaign, where 30 LGBTQ+ celebrities and allies will take part in a film aiming to improve services for LGBTQ+ youth.

Middlesbrough sitcom stars join Sir Stephen Fry in LGBTQ+ new film

Brenda Blethyn played Vera Stanhope in ITV drama Vera for 14 series

Brenda Blethyn played Vera Stanhope in ITV drama Vera for 14 series

Brenda Blethyn teases return to North East ITV drama Vera which ran for 14 series

The Prohibition Bar, Middlesbrough, has issued a stark warning to fans ahead of their biggest event of the summer.

The Prohibition Bar, Middlesbrough, has issued a stark warning to fans ahead of their biggest event of the summer.

Drug consumption

Warning as fans to get 'up close and personal' with chart-topping DJ in Middlesbrough

Nigella Lawson has been pictured with Bake Off co-stars Paul Hollywood, hosts Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding for the first time

Nigella Lawson has been pictured with Bake Off co-stars Paul Hollywood, hosts Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding for the first time

Nigella Lawson pictured with Bake Off co-stars for first time as new series teased

Sir Patrick Stewart

Sir Patrick Stewart

The Yorkshire Dales village where Hollywood film star had a secret retreat

Farming brothers, from left, Dave and Rob Nicholson, with TV vet Peter Wright and the memorial bench they delivered to the World of James Herriot museum in Thirsk using an Ifor Williams trailer

Farming brothers, from left, Dave and Rob Nicholson, with TV vet Peter Wright and the memorial bench they delivered to the World of James Herriot museum in Thirsk using an Ifor Williams trailer

The Yorkshire Vet star Peter Wright launches touching tribute for beloved pets

Manfred Mann singer Paul Jones has praised the lasting appeal of North Yorkshire’s Whitby 60s Spectacular, saying its continued success offers valuable lessons for a music industry facing growing challenges.

Manfred Mann singer Paul Jones has praised the lasting appeal of North Yorkshire’s Whitby 60s Spectacular, saying its continued success offers valuable lessons for a music industry facing growing challenges.

Manfred Mann star on why this North Yorkshire festival holds key to music success

King Charles III.

King Charles III.

King Charles III

King Charles 'dreadfully saddened' in emotional message after tragedy

King Charles III

King Charles III

King Charles applauded as Dragons' Den star among 15 stripped of MBE

Behind James Arthur's emotional ballad 'Emily'

Behind James Arthur's emotional ballad 'Emily'

People just realising reason behind North East singer's most emotional song

Scarlett Moffatt

How County Durham’s Scarlett Moffatt went from 'self-critical' to proud of her body

Richard Hammond

Richard Hammond speaks out after court speeding conviction

Sir Rod Stewart has cancelled his remaining tour dates after undergoing surgery

Sir Rod Stewart has cancelled his remaining tour dates after undergoing surgery

Sir Rod Stewart

Sir Rod Stewart cancels remaining tour dates after undergoing major surgery

Kalani Ghost Hunter shared his classic seaside trip to Saltburn over the weekend.

Kalani Ghost Hunter shared his classic seaside trip to Saltburn over the weekend.

Viral American feels 'pretty brave' as he scoffs seaside treats on North East coast

Amy Beth Hayes, 43, has been in several super famous TV shows, but she hails from Darlington.

Amy Beth Hayes, 43, has been in several super famous TV shows, but she hails from Darlington.

The North East spot that raised Bridgerton and Mr Selfridge star Amy Beth Hayes

The singer is from North Sheilds.

The singer is from North Sheilds.

The North East fishing town that shaped Rein Me In singer Sam Fender

Durham University

Celebrities including Traitors star who were Durham University students

The County Durham town that raised Game of Thrones and Doctor Who legend

Nadia Sawalha has threatened ITV with legal action due to being dropped from Loose Women

Nadia Sawalha has threatened ITV with legal action due to being dropped from Loose Women

Loose Women panellist threatens ITV with legal action over removal from show

Rowan Atkinson, a comedy legend who created Mr Bean, is from County Durham.

Rowan Atkinson, a comedy legend who created Mr Bean, is from County Durham.

The County Durham village that raised Mr Bean legend Rowan Atkinson

Olympic medallist Kieran Reilly is headlining a BMX show in his hometown.

Olympic medallist Kieran Reilly is headlining a BMX show in his hometown.

North East Olympics star coming to Metrocentre in days to show off BMX skills

Faye Marsay stars in the new season of Ted Lasso.

Faye Marsay stars in the new season of Ted Lasso.

Ted Lasso new season starring Teesside-born actor as Apple TV hit returns

Jeremy Swift (left) could be one of Teesside's most recognisable exports in America.

Jeremy Swift (left) could be one of Teesside's most recognisable exports in America.

Meet the County Durham actor who became Ted Lasso favourite

Chris Kamara will be taking on the challenge with fellow presenter and friend, Ben Shephard.

Chris Kamara will be taking on the challenge with fellow presenter and friend, Ben Shephard.

Chris Kamara reveals he is taking part in the Great North Run for Prostate Cancer UK

Have you been missing new episodes of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids?

Have you been missing new episodes of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids?

When Amanda Owen and Clive will return for new More 4 Our Farm Next Door series

Kalani tucking into a lemon top at Pacitto's, Redcar.

Kalani tucking into a lemon top at Pacitto's, Redcar.

Viral American travels 4,000 miles to try 'bliss' North East sweet treat

Chris Ramsey has always been a fan of the BBC show

Chris Ramsey has always been a fan of the BBC show

Chris Ramsey replaced by The Traitors star on Celebrity Gladiators after leg injury

Fifty shades of Grey star Jamie Dornan studied at Teesside University.

Fifty shades of Grey star Jamie Dornan studied at Teesside University.

The celebrities and sporting stars you never knew studied at Teesside University

MasterChef and Drag Race UK winner Ginger Johnson is from Lanchester in County Durham.

MasterChef and Drag Race UK winner Ginger Johnson is from Lanchester in County Durham.

The County Durham village which shaped a MasterChef and Drag Race winner

Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape.

Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape.

Well-loved children's book character based on TV star's cats coming to County Durham

The Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen

The Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen

Yorkshire Shepherdess hits back at social media trolls after critical messages

Yorkshire Shepherdess, Amanda Owen

Yorkshire Shepherdess, Amanda Owen

Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen announces exciting new project inspired by TV farm

RuPaul's Drag Race UK

North East's Strictly and Drag Race favourite La Voix announces glamorous UK tour

Cllr Genner, Chair of Durham County Council Cllr Robbie Rodiss, and staff at the official opening of the new café.

Cllr Genner, Chair of Durham County Council Cllr Robbie Rodiss, and staff at the official opening of the new café.

County Durham park café reopens its doors following revamp

Richard Hammond was fined a total of £999 and given seven penalty points for his speeding offences

Richard Hammond was fined a total of £999 and given seven penalty points for his speeding offences

Richard Hammond

Richard Hammond convicted of two speeding offences and fined £999 by court

Wildlife presenter and comedian Bill Oddie has died aged 85, as his agent paid tribute to the

Wildlife presenter and comedian Bill Oddie has died aged 85, as his agent paid tribute to the

Wildlife presenter and comedian Bill Oddie dies aged 85

Shooting a scene in Heartbeat days.

Shooting a scene in Heartbeat days.

Popular TV star buys iconic North Yorkshire pub made famous by hit show

Rare signed Beatles ticket fetches £7,500 at Yorkshire Dales auction

Brain Clough's statue pictured on its return to Albert Park after major restoration

Brain Clough's statue pictured on its return to Albert Park after major restoration

Sir Geoffrey Boycott hails return of ‘unloved’ Brian Clough statue to Albert Park

Newcastle Pride Run.

Newcastle Pride Run.

Double Olympic champion joins 450 runners in sold out Pride 5K North East run

Queen Street Shopping Centre in Darlington.

Queen Street Shopping Centre in Darlington.

New Willow & Fox coffee shop to open in Darlington town centre

Paddington is visiting Darlington's Hopetown museum this weekend.

Paddington is visiting Darlington's Hopetown museum this weekend.

Paddington Bear coming to Hopetown Darlington for Summer Family Fun Day event

Alun Armstrong grew up in a mining village

Alun Armstrong grew up in a mining village

The County Durham pit village where theatre and screen actor Alun Armstrong grew up

Miriam Margolyes is set to visit Darlington.

Miriam Margolyes is set to visit Darlington.

Celebrities coming to Darlington including Miriam Margolyes and Chris Ramsey

Kevin Keegan, who died yesterday aged 75, had a connection to Stanley in County Durham.

Kevin Keegan, who died yesterday aged 75, had a connection to Stanley in County Durham.

Kevin Keegan's grandfather was a hero of a 1909 County Durham pit disaster

A 28-year-old man from Rotherham has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe

A 28-year-old man from Rotherham has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe

Ann Widdecombe was hit on head repeatedly with hammer, court hears

North East radio stars Steve and Karen launch breakfast show on new station

Kevin Keegan has died aged 75.

Kevin Keegan has died aged 75.

Tributes flood in for former England manager Kevin Keegan following death aged 75

Kevin Keegan has died aged 75.

Kevin Keegan has died aged 75.

Former England manager Kevin Keegan dies aged 75 after cancer diagnosis

Diddly Squat Farm has become one of Britain’s best‑known farms thanks to the Amazon Prime Video series Clarkson’s Farm.

Diddly Squat Farm has become one of Britain’s best‑known farms thanks to the Amazon Prime Video series Clarkson’s Farm.

Amazon Prime Video

Jeremy Clarkson 'genuinely scared' about problem being faced by hundreds of farmers

Peter Wright at The Great Yorkshire Show

Peter Wright at The Great Yorkshire Show

TV star shares memories of real-life people behind show All Creatures Great and Small

GYS26 Peter Wright visits the Primary Schools Veg Box competition at the Great Yorkshire Show

GYS26 Peter Wright visits the Primary Schools Veg Box competition at the Great Yorkshire Show

Yorkshire Vet teases Channel 5 show plans as two series and special in the works

Peter Wright, star of the Great Yorkshire Vet

Peter Wright, star of the Great Yorkshire Vet

The Yorkshire Vet star reveals how beloved TV show nearly never made it to air

John Cleese said scenes from the Durham Miners' Gala were like something out of Monty Python.

John Cleese said scenes from the Durham Miners' Gala were like something out of Monty Python.

Durham Miners Gala

Fury as Shrek 2 star makes 'Monty Python' jab at Durham Miners' Gala