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On Trial: The Bling Ring

Why did teens rob their favourite stars — fame, fashion envy, or something darker?

In Love: What does it take to be a celebrity power couple?

Jack and Sarel break down how to go from celebrity couple to power couple.

On Trial: Tulisa vs The Fake Sheikh

How Tulisa fell into a career-faltering trap set by a notorious journalist.

In Love: How do the partners and families of politicians impact their public profile?

In Love: How do the partners and families of politicians impact their public profile?

On Trial: Miley Cyrus vs Teen Fame

After growing up in the spotlight, was Miley Cyrus' reinvention really that shocking?

In Love: Is cheating different for celebrities?

Jack and Sarel explore why there are so many celebrity cheating scandals.

On Trial: Stars vs The Supernatural

Do celebs have a special connection to the afterlife, or is it all smoke and mirrors?

In Love: Why is being a single celebrity seen as a big deal?

Jack and Sarel look at why society makes a big deal out of single celebrities.

On Trial: Goop vs California

What does the lawsuit around Goop’s jade eggs tell us about celebs and wellness?

In Love: What impact do scripted reality TV shows have on relationships?

Jack and Sarel explore the pressures scripted reality TV put on celebrity relationships.

On Trial: Reality TV Stars vs Reality TV

Stacey Dooley and Larry Dean ask: "Are reality TV stars being mistreated and exploited?"

In Love: What does success on a TV dating show look like?

Jack and Sarel discuss how TV dating shows can lead to fame.

On Trial: Celebs vs Cooking

Who are the worst celeb chefs, and whose dinner party do we want an invite to?

In Love: Why do we judge celebrity families?

Jack and Sarel discuss celebrity couples who turn their family into a business.

On Trial: Celebs vs Conspiracy Theories

From body doubles to illiteracy, are celeb conspiracy theories just harmless fun?

In Love: Why are we so obsessed with celebrity weddings?

Jack and Sarel explore celebrity weddings and if multiple marriages are still iconic.

On Trial: Kylie Jenner vs Hustle Culture

Are the likes of Kylie Jenner and Molly-Mae Hague working harder than the rest of us?

In Love: Do relationships always make good material for pop stars?

Jack and Sarel look at why pop stars use their relationships when writing hit songs.

On Trial: Sugababes vs The Music Industry

How did the girl group find themselves in a legal battle to get their name back?

In Love: What are the boundaries between fans and celebrities?

Jack and Sarel delve into parasocial relationships between celebrities and fans.

Winona: 6. The Upside Down

Maisie Williams follows Winona Ryder on her long journey back to the top.

Winona: 5. Free Winona

Maisie Williams explores the fallout from Winona’s notorious shoplifting scandal.

Winona: 4. Life, Interrupted

Winona Ryder is on a creative high in the run up to a career-threatening scandal.

Winona: 3. Feeling 22

Maisie Williams follows a turbulent era in the Winona Ryder story.

Winona: 2. Boy Trouble

Maisie Williams follows Winona Ryder as she grows up in the glare of the tabloid press.

Winona: 1. The Strangest Things

Maisie Williams on the origins of one of Hollywood’s most iconic talents.

Winona: Prologue

Maisie Williams explores the extraordinary life and career of Winona Ryder.

Famously: A message from Sarel...

While the four hosts are on their holidays, a new Famously boxset drops tomorrow

On Trial: Nepo Babies vs the Internet

Are we too harsh on “nepo babies,” or is the judgement deserved?

In Love: Can sex be used as a marketing tool for celebrities?

Jack and Sarel discuss whether sex is a beneficial way to market celebrities.

On Trial: Olivia Wilde vs Jason Sudeikis

Breakups are even harder in the spotlight. How did it get so messy for Olivia and Jason?

In Love: Is it ever okay to date an ex of someone close to you?

Jack and Sarel debate whether dating an ex of someone you know is ever okay.

On Trial: Scarlett Johansson vs OpenAI

How come a tech company’s AI voice sounded eerily similar to megastar Scarlett Johansson?

In Love: Do prenups ruin romance?

Jack and Sarel discuss whether prenups are beneficial for married celebrity couples.

On Trial: Celebs vs Pets

Stacey and Larry ask: Have celebs gone barking mad about their animal companions?

In Love: Do celebrities need to apologise in public?

Jack and Sarel dissect the wild world of public apologies from celebrities.

On Trial: Talk Show Hosts vs Toxicity

How did the friendliest faces in showbiz get a reputation for toxic workplaces?

In Love: How are LGBTQ+ couples treated differently in the public eye?

Jack and Sarel discuss how queer couples are treated differently in the public eye.

On Trial: Gwyneth Paltrow vs The Optometrist

Did Gwyneth Paltrow emerge from her ski collision trial more likeable than ever?

In Love: Can you be friends with an ex?

Jack and Sarel debate the age-old question of whether you can be friends with an ex.

On Trial: WAGs vs The Press

At Euro 06, WAGs were blamed for our poor performance — but were they really the problem?

In Love: Where have all the WAGs gone?

Jack and Sarel examine the decline of WAG culture and what the reasons for this may be.

On Trial: Katy Perry vs Real Estate (and Nuns)

Celeb real estate can be messy. We explore Katy Perry's shocking legal battle.

In Love: What are the ethics of age gaps in relationships?

Jack and Sarel look at the problems age gaps can have in celebrity relationships.

On Trial: Kendall Jenner vs Fyre Fest

How much responsibility do influencers bear when it comes to the products they promote?

In Love: How do celebrity’s relationships influence their status?

Jack and Sarel look at how ditching your partner - famous or not - can be a career move.

On Trial: Pamela Anderson vs The Leaked Sex Tape

Stacey Dooley and Larry Dean dissect the story behind Pamela Anderson's stolen sex tape.

In Love: What role does fame play in celebrity relationships?

Jack and Sarel examine the impact the press can have on a celebrity’s relationship.

Introducing Famously...

A fun and forensic look at fame and all the biggest celebrity stories.