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Stormzy responds to criticism over McDonald's deal

Stormzy has said brands "can't tell me what to do" in response to a backlash over his McDonald's collaboration and accusations he deleted a pro-Palestine social media post.

Music • 21 Feb

Stormzy banned from driving for nine months

Rapper Stormzy has been banned from driving for nine months after an undercover police officer caught him using a phone while behind the wheel of a Rolls-Royce in west London.

Music • 02 Jan

Stormzy and Maya Jama announce split: "We tried, and it didn't work, and that's okay."

Stormzy, Maya Jama say they 'decided to call it quits'

Stormzy and Maya Jama have announced they have broken up, a decade after the first met and "fell madly in love".

Music • 17 Jul 24

Brad Pitt makes a star turn at Silverstone

Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt brought star power to the Silverstone racing circuit ahead of qualifying for the British Grand Prix.

Movie • 06 Jul 24

What's on? Top TV and streaming tips for Sunday

Benedict Cumberbatch stars in The Power of the Dog, there's the Women's World Cup Final, The Summer Show hits Dublin, food becomes crucial in Alone, and Stormzy is Live in London . . .

Television • 19 Aug 23

Stormzy explains why he won't be the next James Bond

Stormzy said he wouldn't make a good replacement for Daniel Craig as the next James Bond because he is a "rubbish actor".

Music • 25 Nov 22

Stormzy: stigma of the token black act 'needs to die'

British grime star Stormzy has said the stigma of the token black act "needs to die".

Music • 16 Nov 22

What's on? 10 top TV and streaming tips for Tuesday

It's final night on The Great British Bake Off, Louis Theroux Interviews Bear Grylls on his Welsh island, Anna Daly hosts a new run of Future Island, there's A Stormzy Special and The Rickshaw Relay Rides Again . . .

Television • 15 Nov 22

Stormzy: "I'm going on my journey as a man and I'm also trying to figure out how to be the greatest artist."

Stormzy 'depressed and withdrawn' making debut album

British rapper Stormzy has admitted he became "depressed and withdrawn" while making his debut album, which he described as a "super heavy" experience.

Music • 26 Oct 22

Stormzy: Don't use diversity as a buzzword or tick box

Stormzy has asked that diversity is not used as a "buzzword" or "a box to tick" while accepting an award acknowledging his work to improve diversity in music.

Music • 28 Sep 22

A portrait of David Bowie, commissioned by Sky Arts to celebrate Bowie topping a new list of Britain's 50 most influential artists of the last 50 years All photos: Press Association

David Bowie tops list for influence over past 50 years

The late David Bowie has been named Britain's most influential artist of the last 50 years for his ability to transcend music, film and fashion.

Music • 10 Aug 22

Louis Theroux to explore lives of stars including Stormzy in new BBC Two series

Louis Theroux to explore life of Stormzy in new series

Louis Theroux is to explore the life of Stormzy and other stars within the world of entertainment in a new celebrity interview series.

Television • 05 Apr 22

Nines leads the MOBO nods with five nominations

Nines leads the way to this year's MOBO Awards with a total of five nominations, crowning a year in which he scored his first number one album in the UK.

Music • 24 Nov 20

Stormzy unveils new video at Dublin school

A school in Dublin has become one of the locations where UK rapper Stormzy has unveiled the video for Superheroes, the latest single taken from his recent album Heavy is the Head.

Music • 09 Sep 20

Dua Lipa - Among the nominees for Future Nostalgia

Mercury Prize nominees announced in London

The nominees for the Mercury Prize for Album of the Year have been announced in London with Dua Lipa, Laura Marling and Stormzy among the 12 shortlisted acts.

Music • 23 Jul 20

Stormzy brushes up on his decorating skills

Stormzy helps decorate youngster's bedroom in London

Rapper Stormzy has helped to decorate a youngster's bedroom in London as a reward for good behaviour in school.

Music • 09 Jul 20

Stormzy has pledged £10 million to support charities fighting for racial equality and social justice

Stormzy has pledged £10m to black British charities

Rap artist Stormzy has announced he will donate £10 million, over 10 years, to "organisations, charities and movements that are committed to fighting racial inequality, justice reform and black empowerment within the UK".

Music • 11 Jun 20

Stormzy impresses in BBC drama Noughts + Crosses

UK rapper Stormzy was so convincing as a newspaper boss in BBC drama Noughts + Crosses that the makers of the show want him back if there's a second season.

Stormzy • 31 Mar 20

Lewis Capaldi won Song of the Year and New Artist of the Year

Lewis Capaldi makes it a double at Brit Awards

Lewis Capaldi was the big winner at the Brit Awards at London's O2 Arena on Tuesday night, winning Song of the Year and New Artist of the Year.

Music • 19 Feb 20

Stormzy leaps to the defence of embattled Meghan Markle

Rapper Stormzy has defended the embattled Meghan Markle, claiming there is no "credible" reason to dislike her.

Meghan Markle • 14 Jan 20

Stormzy announces Dublin show next year

Stormzy has announced Dublin as a date on his highly anticipated 55-date world tour.

Music • 29 Nov 19

Stormzy, The 1975 and Lewis Capaldi triumph at Q Awards

Stormzy, The 1975 and Lewis Capaldi were among the big winners at this year's Q Awards which were held in London on Wednesday night.

Music • 16 Oct 19

The 1975 and Billie Eilish to battle it out at Q awards

The 1975 and Billie Eilish will battle it out for the two top prizes at this year's Q Awards.

Music • 12 Sep 19

Stormzy on stage at Longitude, image via Stormzy/Twitter

Stormzy on Irish fans: 'I love you guys differently'

Stormzy has spoken about his Irish fans after performing at Dublin's Longitude Festival at the weekend, saying: "I love you guys differently - you lot hold a very special place in my heart."

Music • 07 Jul 19

What's on? TV picks for Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Here are some tips on what's worth watching on the box this weekend between now and Sunday night . . . as always, it's a busy one!

Television • 05 Jul 19