The Rest Is Entertainment The Beckhams vs The Peltz: Class War
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Jan 27, 2026 They unpack the Beckham family scandal and why trivial celebrity rows grip the public. They debate Robbie Williams topping UK charts and what that says about modern music milestones. They marvel at Alan Carr’s TV workload and why star-led formats thrive. They also weigh celebrity branding, wedding drama and how private lives become public fuel.
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Why We Crave Small Celebrity Stories
- Celebrity gossip thrives because it’s trivial and safe compared to real-world crises.
- Richard Osman says people enjoy it precisely because it doesn’t matter to their lives.
Branding Versus Family Realities
- Public family disputes reveal tensions between brand management and private relationships.
- Marina Hyde argues commodifying children creates long-term family and reputational problems.
The 26-Minute Wedding Speech
- Marina Hyde recounts a 26-minute wedding speech that mixed shocking and hilarious elements.
- She says the speech left guests crying with laughter despite its odd disclosures.
