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Adele To Make Her Acting Debut In New Star-Studded Movie

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Adele is set to join the star-studded cast of Tom Ford’s new film in what will mark her acting debut.

The chart-topping star has long expressed her interest in pursuing an acting career, and teased last year that she would be taking a step back from the music scene after completing her string of live shows in support of her album 30.

On Wednesday, Deadline reported that Adele would be appearing in the cast of Tom Ford’s next film, which would be an adaptation of Anne Rice’s 1982 novel Cry To Heaven.

But the Someone Like You singer is far from the only famous face linked with the movie.

Deadline’s article named Adele’s co-stars in the projects as Nicholas Hoult, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Paul Bettany, Daryl McCormack and Colin Firth, who previously appeared in Tom Ford’s adaptation of A Single Man.

Also linked with the project are Ciarán Hinds, George MacKay, Thandiwe Newton, Euphoria’s Hunter Schafer and Owen Cooper, the British teen actor who recently won an Emmy for his stand-out performance in Netflix’s Adolescence.

Owen has since appeared in the BBC comedy Film Club, and will next make his big-screen debut in Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of Wuthering Heights in early 2026.

Owen Cooper
Owen Cooper

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Tom Ford’s team has since confirmed to HuffPost UK that Deadline’s story is accurate.

Adele said a decade ago that she’d be interested in trying out acting after her performance in her Hello music video, directed by filmmaker Xavier Dolan, and was previously linked with a role in a potential remake of the musical Oliver.

When The Hollywood Reporter asked in 2023 if she’d “ever considered acting”, she responded: “No. There is one movie I want to do, but the guy whose movie it would be, he’s not mentally ready to write the script for it.”

“I’m not giving you no clues, though,” she insisted. “But I bug him every now and then about it, but he’s just not there yet. But that’s the only role I ever want. Because I think I’d nail it. I think I’d do really, really, really good at it.”

Last year, the Daily Mail also quoted a “source” who claimed that Adele had been taking acting lessons with the hopes of taking her career in a different direction.

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You Might Catch A Breathtaking Glimpse Of The Northern Lights Tonight

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Stargazers could get more than they bargained for while looking up at the night’s sky tonight.

Thanks to a huge solar storm, the Met Office’s Space Weather forecast suggests the northern lights (aurora borealis) will be visible tonight.

The lights were on full display last night too, with people in America sharing stunning images of a range of colours lighting up the sky.

Where will the northern lights be visible tonight?

The Met Office said parts of northern UK (and similar geomagnetic latitudes) will get the best view. There’s also a chance of sightings for those further south across England and Wales.

That said, cloud cover might make it tricky to see the phenomenon in some parts. You can check your forecast here.

The BBC reported it’s looking like the strongest aurora will happen before midnight, so at least you won’t have too long to wait.

Why will the auroras be visible?

Coronal mass ejections (CMEs) – eruptions of plasma and magnetic field structures from the sun’s atmosphere – are currently reaching earth.

When this happens, it can result in a geomagnetic storm, which can cause disruptions to satellite navigation and even power grids.

But a pleasant effect of such a storm is that it can also cause auroras to show up vividly in the sky.

What causes auroras?

Per Nasa, auroras are natural light shows caused by magnetic storms that have been triggered by solar activity. Due to the coronal mass ejections, “energetic charged particles from these events are carried from the Sun by the solar wind”.

“When these particles seep through Earth’s magnetosphere, they cause substorms. Then fast moving particles slam into our thin, high atmosphere, colliding with Earth’s oxygen and nitrogen particles.

“As these air particles shed the energy they picked up from the collision, each atom starts to glow in a different colour.”

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‘I Told My Son I Knew He Was Gay, My Daughter Said I Made A Big Mistake’

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A parent has sparked debate over their choice to address their son’s sexuality with him directly – after finding out he had been romantically involved with another man.

The 62-year-old said their wife died a decade ago and, in her absence, he’s tried “to be a more nurturing presence for my kids”.

When attending church, he found out through a friend that his son, who’s in his twenties, had become romantically involved with another man.

“At first I was just surprised, but after I digested the news I was concerned that he clearly didn’t feel able to share this important part of his life with me,” said the parent in a Reddit post.

“We live in a more conservative part of the US and I am an active churchgoer, and we had never really discussed sexuality as a family. As such, I was concerned that he thought I would disown him or something: when in reality, I just love him and want him to find the happiness I had with his mother, whatever form that takes.”

Rather than wait for his son to approach him about it, he decided to address it directly with him, “so he knew I loved and supported him and he didn’t have to worry about telling me”.

“I invited him over for a beer, told him what I knew, and expressed as best I could that it wasn’t something he needed to hide from me,” said the parent, who noted that after his son’s initial shock, he hugged him and told him he appreciated it.

“I felt like the conversation went well and I was closer to him,” he added.

The story doesn’t end there however, as when his daughter found out what had happened, she told him he’d made “a big mistake” and warned that he’d “robbed” his son of the opportunity to come out in his own time.

“I really didn’t get the impression my son felt that way about our conversation, and she didn’t hear from him that he feels that way, but she says it’s obvious he’d be upset,” said the parent.

“So now I’m wondering if I’ve been an asshole telling him I knew? And if so, what I should do next?”

Was he in the wrong to approach his son about this?

Society’s default setting is often to assume someone is heterosexual, which means anyone who isn’t might feel they have to “come out” and share their sexuality with others. This can bring with it a range of emotions, including fear and anxiety, but also relief and excitement.

Whether someone comes out or not is their own personal choice – and they shouldn’t feel the need to do this before they’re ready.

That said, some have praised the father for how he handled this scenario.

One Redditor said: “Personally, as a lesbian who has really religious parents who I was terrified to come out to, I think what you did was lovely.”

Gay men also commented to say he “did good”. One person replied: “Gay here. NTA [not the asshole]. Robbing someone of coming out? That’s like robbing me of being drunk driver hit with a car. You didn’t rob anything. You did a great thing.”

Another respondent said: “Being forced out by someone else is unsettling (trust me, I know) and often dangerous. But this isn’t that. This is just a father saying to a son ‘I love you, gay, straight or purple dinosaur’ and sister needs to stay the hell in her lane.”

What a therapist thinks…

Bhavna Raithatha, BACP accredited psychotherapist and author, said there is “no manual for how to approach such a situation”.

“We don’t know the son’s reaction or response, however from experience, both personally and professionally, there can be immense relief in such a situation as for many, it is hardest for them to come out to their parents due to a variety of reasons including culture, religion, societal norms for them,” she said.

“For this father, he did what he felt was supportive. His intervention will have provided a safe place for his son – albeit sooner than the son might have felt ready, and that is something that can be discussed in due course.”

She noted that for parents in this position, another approach could be to wait until your child approaches you, while creating a safe space. So, if sexuality comes up in the media, on a show, or in conversation, her advice is to be open to discussing it, show that you are supportive, and use affirmative language.

The therapist acknowledged that there may also “be a myriad of emotions that come up as well as concerns, [as] the world still has an issue with LGBTQ+ people”.

“There are a huge number of variables to consider for a parent – their own feelings around sexuality, their religion, culture, family dynamics and their OWN sexuality which may be hidden, etc.”

She advised seeking out resources to educate yourself, such as through support groups like fflag.org.uk.

As for what the father should do now, BACP member Dr Paul C. Mollitt said the important thing is to continue being there for his son. “For now, it helps to centre his feelings, not your own – however difficult that might be. What matters most is that he feels safe, loved, and accepted as he is,” he said.

“In time, when he does talk to you, there may be space to explore what made it hard for him to open up.

“But for now, relating to him with warmth and genuine interest in his life, language that signals openness, and affection that doesn’t change will provide the conditions for him to share more about his personal life when he is ready.”

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Oscar Isaac Has Some Strong Words For Disney As He Rules Out Star Wars Return For Now

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Oscar Isaac has said that he’d want to see some changes behind the scenes at Disney before he agreed to appear in another Star Wars movie.

The Frankenstein star played the Resistance pilot Poe Dameron in the rebooted Star Wars trilogy between 2015 and 2019, and in the six years since, has repeatedly been grilled about whether he’d ever be keen to return to that galaxy far, far away.

During a recent interview with GQ, it was mentioned that he’d once said he’d only return to the sci-fi saga if he needed “another house or something”, commenting: “Yeah. That was a real likeable quote. Jesus Christ.

“Y’know, people ask you things, you say stuff, you don’t really think about it that much. I said a slightly dickish thing.”

The magazine’s reporter then pointed out that Oscar had seemingly softened on the idea in more recent years, to which he admitted that he is “open to” a new Star Wars movie – albeit not at this exact moment in history.

“Right now I’m not so open to working with Disney,” he admitted. “But if they can kinda figure it out and, you know, not succumb to fascism, that would be great.”

GQ pointed out that their interview took place during Jimmy Kimmel’s brief suspension from his US talk show, which led to a widespread boycott of the Walt Disney Company, the parent company of his employer, ABC.

Back in September, ABC announced that Jimmy was being taken off the air “indefinitely” as the result of remarks he had made days earlier about the fall-out from the killing of far-right political commentator Charlie Kirk.

The incident stemmed from a comedy monologue, during which the comedian observed: “We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterise this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them, and doing everything they can to score political points from it.”

After the news broke that Jimmy was being suspended because of this comment, many called for a boycott of the streaming services Disney+ and Hulu (both of which are owned and operated by Disney), with the company reported to have taken a hit of around $3 billion overnight.

Jimmy made light of this when he eventually returned to ABC days later.

Oscar isn’t the only member of the Star Wars reboot’s cast to have some choice words for Disney, though, after John Boyega claimed the studio failed to flesh out the characters played in the series by actors of colour compared to those portrayed by their white counterparts.

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Trump Vs The World? All The Recent Times Trump Has Tried To Sue The Media

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Donald Trump has just gone to war with the BBC – but it’s far from the first time he has attacked the media.

Lawyers for the US president have threatened to sue the corporation for $1 billion, following accusations that an episode from the BBC’s Panorama “doctored” footage of a speech Trump made to his supporters before the Capitol riots on January 6, 2020.

Two BBC executives had already resigned amid claims of “bias” even before Trump issued his legal threat.

But the president’s lawyers still want the BBC to apologise, issue a retraction and “appropriately compensate” Trump – and they’ve given the corporation until Friday to respond.

While questions remain over just how successful his legal bid may be, the president is known for his litigious attitude towards the media – and has launched several other legal challenges to various outlets…

1. The Chicago Tribune

Trump sought $500m from the Chicago Tribune way back in 1984, long before he got close to the White House.

He claimed an architecture critic for the newspaper had “virtually torpedoed” his plans to build a 150-story skyscraper in Manhattan.

But the case was dismissed as the judge decided the column in question was protected by the First Amendment (right to free speech and free press).

2. CNN

Trump sought $475m in damages from CNN back in October 2022, accusing the outlet of trying to sabotage his political prospects.

He pointed to five examples of articles or aired comments that referred to Trump’s claims of election fraud as his “big lie” – a comment which has been associated with the Nazi regime.

But the case was thrown out because “no reasonable viewer could (or should) plausibly make that reference”.

3. Disney

Trump sued after comments made by an ABC anchor George Stephanopoulos, in March 2024, who falsely claimed the president had been found “liable for rape”.

ABC, which is owned by Disney, ended up paying out $15 million in a defamation lawsuit – choosing to settle rather than fight.

4. Paramount

Trump filed a case in Texas in October last year against the parent company of CBS News, Paramount.

He claimed the company had violated consumer protection laws by editing a 60 Minutes interview with Kamala Harris in a misleading way.

While Paramount was expected to win any legal battle – because Trump’s claim.was under an unrelated statute and Trump was evidently not harmed by the segment after winning the election – the company still paid him $16 million.

Paramount also wanted the White House’s approval of a merge with Skydance Media, and so needed the president on side.

5. The Wall Street Journal

In July this year, the Wall Street Journal published an article stating Trump had written a sexually suggestive birthday letter to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein back in 2003.

The following day, Trump sued the reporters who wrote the article, as well as the newspaper, its publishing company Dow Jones & Company, its owner – and the parent company’s chief, Rupert Murdoch.

He claimed the letter was “fake”and meant to harm his reputation.

Dow Jones said it stands by its reporting and will challenge the lawsuit.

6. New York Times

The president tried to start a $15bn defamation lawsuit against the New York Times in September, claiming it had been “allowed to freely lie, smear and defame me for far too long”.

However, a judge struck down that claim due to issue with its contents, giving Trump’s team 28 days to file a new complaint.

He filed a new complaint in October, targeting individual reporters and a book publisher.

7. Jimmy Kimmel

The late-night talk show host – owned by ABC – was sacked from his show in September after making controversial comments on the assassination of pro-Trump campaigner Charlie Kirk.

The news was welcomed by Trump – but Kimmel was soon rehired following intense backlash, and insisted it was “never my intention to make light of the murder of a young man”.

But he also claimed Trump had “tried his best to cancel me” – only for Kimmel’s show ratings to go through the roof after his return.

Trump said Kimmel’s return would escalate his legal battle with the comedian and his network.

He said that this issue could be “even more lucrative” than his last £15m pay-out from ABC.

Will the BBC have to settle?

The BBC is not part of a wider corporation like many of the organisations mentioned above which often have deep pockets.

It is independent and publicly-funded instead, with its licence free model up for review in 2027 – and this incident will add to wider calls for major reform within the BBC.

Yet legal experts have also questioned just how successful this legal bid will be, considering it’s been more than a year since the original Panorama episode aired.

Others have questioned whether Trump will realistically be able to argue that the BBC did damage his reputation, considering he has already been under scrutiny by congressional hearings, global coverage of January 6 and ongoing civil lawsuits in Washington.

He also still won the presidential election last year, after the programme had aired.

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Why Is The UK Unemployment Rate Currently So High?

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The rate of UK unemployment in the UK has risen to 5% in a blow to Rachel Reeves, according to the new official figures.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said the increase occurred in the three months leading up to September.

That’s the highest rate recorded since the three months up to February 2021 amid the Covid pandemic.

Here’s what you need to know.

What is the 2025 UK unemployment rate?

The ONS revealed today that unemployment rose to 5.0% in the three months to the end of September. That’s up from 4.8% in the previous quarter, and works out to an increase in unemployment to 1.8 million.

We do not know the rate for the whole year yet as the data for October, November and December still need to be collected.

What is the youth unemployment rate?

There’s been an increase in the number of young people who are not employed, in education or in training recently.

The Resolution Foundation estimates that almost a million (940,000) young people are unemployed – the highest level recorded in a decade, and almost the same number recorded in the after math of the 2008 financial crash.

That’s an increase of 195,000 more young people not working in just two years.

According to the Resolution Foundation, most of these people are economically inactive rather than unemployed, with many pointing to health problems or “other reasons” for not working or studying,

Why has the unemployment rate increased?

Although many analysts had still expected the rate to be around 4.9% ahead of Reeves’ Budget on November 26, the 5% figure was still unexpected.

Average wage growth had only fallen slightly to 4.6% in the most recent quarter, down from 4.7% compared to the three months leading up to August.

The ONS’s director of economic statistics, Liz McKeown, said: “Taken together, these figures point to a weakening labour market.

“Meanwhile, the unemployment rate is up in the latest quarter to a post pandemic high. The number of job vacancies, however, remains broadly unchanged.”

It also comes after Reeves increased employer national insurance contributions by £25bn and increased the national living wage from April.

Critics claimed impacted part-time employment and jobs in the hospitality, leisure and retail sectors.

How much unemployment benefits can you receive?

Someone can only apply for Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) by getting an interview at the local Jobcentre Plus office.

This payment is reduced or stopped if the individual in question does not keep to the agreement to look for work and cannot offer a good reason.

Up to the age of 24, the JSA weekly amount can be £72.90.

For those aged 25 or over, it can be £92.05 per week.

It’s also only available for 182 days.

Universal Credit is gradually replacing income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, Income Support, income-related Employment and Support Allowance.

People may be eligible for Universal Credit if they have less than £16,000 in savings or other investments (not including the home you live in).

Any assets belonging to any partners the individual in question lives with is also considered and the exact amount depends on income and circumstances.

Does this mean anything for the Budget?

This suggests the jobs market is looking rather shaky ahead of the November 26 Budget – which is nothing the government will want to hear.

It could mean the Bank of England may be more likely to cut interest rates in December, weakening its lever meant to hold back inflation.

Meanwhile, Reeves is already trying to bridge a gap in the public finances of up to £30 billion in her Budget – which could mean hiking taxes again, thus hitting jobs and economic growth.

But, Labour is trying to address the employment crisis.

The government recently appointed former Labour health secretary Alan Milburn to lead an independent review into how mental health issues and disability affect unemployment in young people.

Meanwhile, a different review from Charlie Mayfield – former chief of John Lewis – said young adults were one of the main groups impacted by an “economic inactivity crisis” hitting the UK.

However, unemployment could increase beyond 5% next year which made it harder for workers to bargain for higher wages, according to warnings from the Bank of England.

Work and pensions secretary Pat McFadden said “there are challenges in the labour market” but claimed the “British economy is still generating jobs”.

He said: “Over 329,000 more people have moved into work this year already, but today’s figures are exactly why we’re stepping up our plan to get Britain working.

“We’ve introduced the most ambitious employment reforms in a generation to modernise job centres, expand youth hubs and tackle ill-health through stronger partnerships with employers.”

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Cancer Charity Shares The Love After Alan Carr Donates His Celebrity Traitors Winnings

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The children’s charity Neuroblastoma UK has heaped praise on Alan Carr if he donated his hefty prize money for winning The Celebrity Traitors to them.

Last week, it was revealed that Alan had done what four weeks earlier would have been unthinkable and pulled the wool over enough of his fellow players’ eyes to make it all the way to the end of The Celebrity Traitors.

Because of this, he managed to snag the full £87,500 prize pot for his charity, opting to give it all to Neuroblastoma UK, of which he is a patron.

Posting on Instagram after the episode aired, the charity said: “Alan, what a moment. We can’t tell you how grateful we are.

“We’ve adored watching you over the last three weeks; all the more so with that glimmer of hope that if you did well, it might just mean something big for our small charity. And you did it.”

Alan Carr reacts to his win during the Celebrity Traitors final
Alan Carr reacts to his win during the Celebrity Traitors final

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They continued: “As our faithful Patron for nine years, your commitment, compassion, and drive to bring hope to children and families facing this aggressive cancer have been nothing short of transformational. As a small charity with a big mission, you know how much this means to us.

“For many years, we’ve known you to be generous, warm, empathetic, and unfalteringly kind, and we’re so pleased the nation agrees with us on that. Now, we promise to do you proud. Our commitment to you is that through research, we will find better treatments and ultimately a cure for every child facing Neuroblastoma.”

Alan also said: “It’s an absolute privilege to be able to support Neuroblastoma UK, whether it’s raising awareness or funds, I’m so pleased I can use my platform to show how amazing this charity is.”

In one of the series’ more unexpectedly emotional moments, Alan broke down in tears of apparent guilt after it was revealed he’d deceived his fellow players for the duration of the game, to which they offered him assurance and reminded him to think of the charity he was helping.

He later told host Claudia Winkleman that Neuroblastoma UK is a “wonderful children’s cancer charity”, saying: “That money will change lives, thank you. All that lying, all that treachery, it was worth it, wasn’t it?”

After the first instalment of The Celebrity Traitors proved to be the most-watched TV moment of 2025 so far, it’s now been confirmed that a second season will arrive on our screens next year.

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4 Ways The Cold Weather Might Be Impacting Your Mouth (Yes, Really)

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The cold weather can impact our bodies in so many ways, from making menopause symptoms worse to triggering arthritis flare ups.

But one little-known effect of the winter weather is that it can also trigger or worsen a range of dental problems, according to Dr Raj Juneja, principal dentist at Face Teeth Smile Dental Clinics.

So, in the spirit of staying informed – and preventing any issues from cropping up when the worst of the cold weather hits – here are just some of the ways cooler climes can impact your gnashers.

1. Tooth sensitivity

Dr Juneja said one of the most frequent issues dentists see during winter is tooth sensitivity.

When your tooth enamel (the outer layer of your teeth) becomes worn or thin, the underlying dentin and nerves are more exposed.

This means external stimuli – like hot or cold substances (yes, your morning coffee en route to work is very much included in that) – can reach the nerve and cause a sharp, shooting pain.

If you’ve noticed a bit of sensitivity, the dentist advises using a desensitising toothpaste and a soft-bristled brush, as well as avoiding acidic foods and whitening products that can thin the enamel further.

2. Cracked teeth and damaged fillings

Unfortunately, cold temperatures can also make teeth and dental restorations (like fillings and crowns) more brittle, said the dentist.

This is because when you go from warm to cold environments rapidly, your teeth can expand and contract slightly. Over time, this stress may lead to micro-fractures in enamel or even damage old fillings.

If you notice pain when biting or temperature sensitivity in a specific area, Dr Juneja recommends scheduling a dental check-up promptly, as early detection prevents small cracks from turning into a bigger issue.

3. Dry mouth and chapped lips

It’s not just your teeth which might be feeling the strain as the winter weather hits, as you ramp your heating up, you might notice you have a dry mouth. This can lead to bad breath, tooth decay and discomfort, said the dentist. You might notice your lips feel positively desert-like, too.

Dr Juneja’s advice? Stay hydrated, use a humidifier at home, and consider sugar-free lozenges or gum to stimulate saliva flow. He also advises applying a protective lip balm to prevent cracked lips and corners of the mouth.

4. Jaw tension and tooth grinding

Lastly, cold weather can cause people to clench their jaws or grind their teeth subconsciously, said the dentist, especially if you’re spending a fair bit of time shivering.

“This can worsen temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain, lead to headaches, and wear down tooth enamel,” he said.

If you’ve noticed you’re a winter clencher, try relaxation exercises and keeping your face warm with a scarf. And don’t forget to ask your dentist about a night guard if you grind your teeth during sleep.

Keeping on top of dental check-ups can also help flag any signs of tooth damage or decay early on.

Good luck!

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Caroline Flack Documentary Search For The Truth Reviews: What Are Critics Saying?

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A new documentary about the last months of Caroline Flack’s live has now arrived on Disney+.

Caroline Flack: Search For The Truth was made in collaboration with the late Love Island host’s mum, Christine, and explores various various threads leading up to the presenter’s suicide in February 2020.

An official synopsis released by Disney explains: “This [documentary] follows Caroline’s mother, Christine, as she investigates the truth about her daughter’s final months – uncovering new shocking details, asking difficult questions, and exposing the misrepresentations, pressures, and failures from institutions and decision makers that shaped Caroline’s final days.

“With access to powerful testimony from Caroline’s inner circle and those who were there, the series tells the story she never got to share and reveals an unprecedented look at what really happened to Caroline Flack.”

What are the reviews saying about Disney’s documentary Caroline Flack: Search For The Truth?

Many early reactions to the two-part series have been positive, with The Guardian praising it in a five-star review.

“You may well wonder about the duty of care the programme-makers have towards Christine, and, in fact, to the whole Flack family,” the review points out.

“Gladly, Search for the Truth is neither exploitative nor cheap. “It’s clear that Christine wasn’t merely parachuted in to front the series: rather, the episodes offer a window into the work she has been doing since her daughter’s death.”

Good Housekeeping described the show as “the docuseries everyone should see”, while a piece in British Vogue agreed: “I’ll admit that before watching the two-part series […] I wondered whether we really needed a retelling of Flack’s tragic demise. I was wrong.

“What had been missing all along, I now realise, was her voice. For all the archival footage out there, in the final days of her life, she was entirely absent from the narrative. According to Flack’s mother, she was advised by lawyers and agents to stay quiet – so she did. It meant that the case for the prosecution was repeated endlessly in the headlines, and on Twitter, but the case for the defence – Flack’s version of events – was never heard before she took her own life.”

Meanwhile, Celeb Mix’s take on the doc highlights that “for many viewers”, watching Caroline Flack: Search For The Truth will be a “painful” experience as it “revisits a tragedy that remains raw in the public consciousness”.

“But,” they add. “It also offers an opportunity for reflection – for empathy, and for change.”

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A piece published in The Independent also points out that it had actually been Caroline Flack’s own idea to create a documentary allowing her to put forward her side of the story, though she took her own life before she was able to make it happen.

The i Paper’s take agreed that the project makes for some “incredibly grim” viewing, noting: “The documentary is neither impassioned eulogy, nor sermon about the ills of social media pile-ons, nor screed against what seems now like such obvious wrongdoing – there have been many of all those in the wake of Flack’s death.

“Instead, it is a focused investigation into how Flack’s case was handled, powered by regret from her mother that she could not prevent the unthinkable.”

However, it’s worth noting, though, that not all of the coverage of the project has been so positive.

The Standard gave it just two stars, branding it “gruesome” and a “repellent true crime framing of a tragedy”, while describing certain sections as “tasteless”.

“In trying to clear Caroline’s name and point fingers, I fear Christine will activate the internet sleuths and their insatiable appetite for true crime,” The Standard’s critic opined.

Both episodes of Caroline Flack: Search For The Truth are now streaming on Disney+.

Help and support:

  • Mind, open Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm on 0300 123 3393.
  • Samaritans offers a listening service which is open 24 hours a day, on 116 123 (UK and ROI – this number is FREE to call and will not appear on your phone bill).
  • CALM (the Campaign Against Living Miserably) offer a helpline open 5pm-midnight, 365 days a year, on 0800 58 58 58, and a webchat service.
  • The Mix is a free support service for people under 25. Call 0808 808 4994 or email help@themix.org.uk
  • Rethink Mental Illness offers practical help through its advice line which can be reached on 0808 801 0525 (Monday to Friday 10am-4pm). More info can be found on rethink.org.
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