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Aidan Turner tells Susan Griffin how his Ross has matured in the latest series of Poldark

Hollywood star Michael Fassbender has ruled himself out of becoming the next James Bond — suggesting a woman should play a female 007.

BRITISH TV channels have been quick off the mark in revealing some of their big shows for the autumn season. Here’s a selection:

Daniel Craig has reportedly said he is “done” playing James Bond, just days after a bookmaker suspended betting on his replacement following a large bet on Tom Hiddleston.

Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today

A host of famous faces will descend on the capital this weekend ahead of the eagerly anticipated Irish Film and Television Awards.

Room, Sing Street, and My Name is Emily look set to be the big winners at the Irish Film and Television Awards (Iftas) as they have bagged eight nominations apiece.

A leading Irish talent agency which counts Pierce Brosnan and Laura Whitmore among its clients returned to profit last year.

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

RTÉ’s new Easter Rising drama, Rebellion, has three of the most talented actresses of their generation, writes Ed Power

Poldark star Aidan Turner famously made female viewers swoon by scything topless, but his activities have also boosted the numbers of those wanting to learn more about the country craft.

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Aidan Turner, he of The Hobbit fame, is set to feature in a lavish and star-studded adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie tale

She’s been in the news with her famous boyfriend, but Cork actress Sarah Greene deserves her profile very much for her own achievements, writes Ed Power

AIDAN Dooley is from Claddagh, Co Galway, and gave up a job in AIB to work in theatre. He brings his Tom Cream — Antarctic Explorer to the Everyman in Cork on May 19-23.

Leech therapy is among the alternative medicine practices featured on Inside Harley Street, Monday.

Tom Hughes’s character uses his allure to wring secrets from women in a major new Cold War thriller, says Susan Griffin

The Mortal Instruments movie didn't do great numbers at the box office back in 2013 so the producers have moved to a TV format

Would You Believe? The Tuam Babies, Sunday, RTÉ One.

Some Easter Sunday shows for your viewing pleasure.

He is the tall, dark and handsome Irish star of hit BBC drama Poldark — and we’re not talking about actor Aidan Turner.

Your guide to the day's best television programmes.

Irish actor Aidan Turner has revealed he has stayed relatively in the dark over his new status as TV’s biggest heartthrob because he doesn’t use social media.

Tonight's TV tips.

Our guide to the best TV to watch tonight.

Cork-based couple Nora and Katriona go for a casino-themed event on Don’t Tell The Bride, on RTÉ2 on Thursday.

Former soccer star David Bentley joins Crossmaglen Rangers for The Toughest Trade on TV3.

Irish actor Aidan Turner tells Ed Power how his role as Kili the dwarf became part of a major storyline in The Hobbit trilogy.

'The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug' leads the Jameson Empire Film Award nominations.

Investments costs in expanding into new British and European markets resulted in Ireland’s best-known talent agency recording a loss last year.

It’s been one of the most anticipated films in cinema history, but will Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit live up to the hype, asks Marjorie Brennan

A COMPANY that operates an agency representing some of Ireland’s best known film and stage actors, writers and comedians went into the red last year.

Irish actress Saoirse Ronan’s casting in ‘The Hobbit’ appears to have been confirmed.