Fremantle Backs Diversity Leadership Scheme
Fremantle has teamed with The TV Collective, Indigo Talent, and former ITV Studios executive Remy Blumenfeld to launch a scheme that will work with 50 middle-to-senior Bame professionals to help them break into industry leadership roles. Under the Breakthrough Leaders initiative, those chosen will be mentored by a top industry figure, have access to coaching, and be part of a cohort of fellow executives. Nominations can be submitted here, with a deadline for entries being set for January 15. The scheme is designed to address industry concerns that there are plenty of entry-level initiatives for people from diverse backgrounds, but Bame professionals are hitting a glass ceiling when it comes to breaking into top roles. Fremantle’s own global leadership team is made up entirely of white executives, while in the UK, Fatima Salaria and Athena Witter are part of the top team.
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Fremantle has teamed with The TV Collective, Indigo Talent, and former ITV Studios executive Remy Blumenfeld to launch a scheme that will work with 50 middle-to-senior Bame professionals to help them break into industry leadership roles. Under the Breakthrough Leaders initiative, those chosen will be mentored by a top industry figure, have access to coaching, and be part of a cohort of fellow executives. Nominations can be submitted here, with a deadline for entries being set for January 15. The scheme is designed to address industry concerns that there are plenty of entry-level initiatives for people from diverse backgrounds, but Bame professionals are hitting a glass ceiling when it comes to breaking into top roles. Fremantle’s own global leadership team is made up entirely of white executives, while in the UK, Fatima Salaria and Athena Witter are part of the top team.
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- 12/16/2020
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Catherine Tate's Nan Taylor has returned as Holby City's worst ever patient in a Children in Need sketch.
The actress is seen being rushed to the fictional hospital with her grandson Jamie, played by Gavin & Stacey's Matthew Horne. Watch below:
Nan continues to act the difficult patient and causes havoc, as part of the BBC's annual charity fundraiser.
Holby City regulars Chrissie Williams (Tina Hobley) and Chantelle Lane (Lauren Drummond) look after Nan, but she is left unimpressed with Chantelle's service.
The soap's Elliot Hope (Paul Bradley) and Ric Griffin (Hugh Quarshie) also feature in the sketch.
Digital Spy Soap Scoop video - press play below to watch Amie Parker-Williams reveal gossip on Jai's secret being exposed in Emmerdale, Kat and Alfie edging closer to a reunion in EastEnders, and bullying stories on the way in Coronation Street and Hollyoaks.
The actress is seen being rushed to the fictional hospital with her grandson Jamie, played by Gavin & Stacey's Matthew Horne. Watch below:
Nan continues to act the difficult patient and causes havoc, as part of the BBC's annual charity fundraiser.
Holby City regulars Chrissie Williams (Tina Hobley) and Chantelle Lane (Lauren Drummond) look after Nan, but she is left unimpressed with Chantelle's service.
The soap's Elliot Hope (Paul Bradley) and Ric Griffin (Hugh Quarshie) also feature in the sketch.
Digital Spy Soap Scoop video - press play below to watch Amie Parker-Williams reveal gossip on Jai's secret being exposed in Emmerdale, Kat and Alfie edging closer to a reunion in EastEnders, and bullying stories on the way in Coronation Street and Hollyoaks.
- 11/16/2013
- Digital Spy
A preview clip of a special Holby City sketch for Children in Need 2013 has been released.
Catherine Tate reprises her role as foul-mouthed Joannie 'Nan' Taylor, who visits Holby as a difficult patient and cause havoc.
The preview shows regulars Chrissie Williams (Tina Hobley) and Chantelle Lane (Lauren Drummond) looking after Nan, but she is left unimpressed with Chantelle's service.
Holby regulars Elliot Hope (Paul Bradley) and Ric Griffin (Hugh Quarshie) also feature in the sketch.
Nan's Holby visit will air as part of the Children in Need 2013 appeal show, which broadcasts tonight (November 15) from 7.30pm on BBC One.
Digital Spy Soap Scoop video - press play below to watch Amie Parker-Williams reveal gossip on Jai's secret being exposed in Emmerdale, Kat and Alfie edging closer to a reunion in EastEnders, and bullying stories on the way in Coronation Street and Hollyoaks.
Catherine Tate reprises her role as foul-mouthed Joannie 'Nan' Taylor, who visits Holby as a difficult patient and cause havoc.
The preview shows regulars Chrissie Williams (Tina Hobley) and Chantelle Lane (Lauren Drummond) looking after Nan, but she is left unimpressed with Chantelle's service.
Holby regulars Elliot Hope (Paul Bradley) and Ric Griffin (Hugh Quarshie) also feature in the sketch.
Nan's Holby visit will air as part of the Children in Need 2013 appeal show, which broadcasts tonight (November 15) from 7.30pm on BBC One.
Digital Spy Soap Scoop video - press play below to watch Amie Parker-Williams reveal gossip on Jai's secret being exposed in Emmerdale, Kat and Alfie edging closer to a reunion in EastEnders, and bullying stories on the way in Coronation Street and Hollyoaks.
- 11/15/2013
- Digital Spy
Catherine Tate has filmed a special Holby City comedy sketch for Children in Need 2013.
The actress has reprised her role as foul-mouthed Joannie 'Nan' Taylor, who will visit Holby as the patient from hell and cause havoc.
Holby City regulars Tina Hobley (Chrissie Williams), Paul Bradley (Elliot Hope), Hugh Quarshie (Ric Griffin) and Lauren Drummond (Chantelle Lane) all feature in the sketch.
Mathew Horne also appears as Nan's grandson Jamie.
Speaking of the sketch, Tate commented: "Thanks to everyone at Holby, I'm happy to be involved with Children in Need this year and wish you all the best for the night."
Tina Hobley added: "Over the years Holby City has faced flooding, riots and hostage situations - but nothing quite prepared us for the arrival of Nan."
Tate played the role of Nan on her self-titled BBC sketch show between 2004 and 2007. The character has also featured in various skits and one-off specials.
The actress has reprised her role as foul-mouthed Joannie 'Nan' Taylor, who will visit Holby as the patient from hell and cause havoc.
Holby City regulars Tina Hobley (Chrissie Williams), Paul Bradley (Elliot Hope), Hugh Quarshie (Ric Griffin) and Lauren Drummond (Chantelle Lane) all feature in the sketch.
Mathew Horne also appears as Nan's grandson Jamie.
Speaking of the sketch, Tate commented: "Thanks to everyone at Holby, I'm happy to be involved with Children in Need this year and wish you all the best for the night."
Tina Hobley added: "Over the years Holby City has faced flooding, riots and hostage situations - but nothing quite prepared us for the arrival of Nan."
Tate played the role of Nan on her self-titled BBC sketch show between 2004 and 2007. The character has also featured in various skits and one-off specials.
- 11/4/2013
- Digital Spy
Lauren Drummond and three other stars have quit 'Holby City'. Show bosses are concerned for the BBC One medical drama after the 25-year-old actress - who plays loveable nurse Chantelle Lane - has announced she's leaving the show alongside Guy Henry (Henrik Hanssen), Jimmy Akingbola (Antoine Malick) and Ty Glaser (Gemma Wilde). Lauren - who has seen her alter-ego wrapped up in a violent mugging storyline - has decided to depart the show after three years to try her hand at other roles in the industry, but she's grateful for the opportunity 'Holby' has given her because it helped her develop...
- 8/28/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Holby City's new regular Lauren Drummond makes her debut on the BBC medical drama tonight, taking on the role of agency nurse Chantelle Lane, who is brought into the hospital by Sacha Levy after staff shortages cause the Aau ward to descend into complete chaos. Warm and friendly, Chantelle looks likely to brighten up the wards of Holby in the months ahead, but how will the rest of the team react to her arrival? Here, Lauren discusses her new part in a quick Q&A. How would you describe Chantelle?
"Chantelle is a girlie girl! She is genuine, warm, naïve and full of fun. Her heart is firmly in the right place, but that does often get her into trouble." Who do you think will be her friends or enemies on the ward?
"She will most definitely aim to be friends with everyone and, although some will love to dislike her,...
"Chantelle is a girlie girl! She is genuine, warm, naïve and full of fun. Her heart is firmly in the right place, but that does often get her into trouble." Who do you think will be her friends or enemies on the ward?
"She will most definitely aim to be friends with everyone and, although some will love to dislike her,...
- 6/7/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Lauren Drummond and Sarah-Jane Potts have joined the cast of Holby City, taking on the roles of two new regular nurses. Drummond is to appear as agency nurse Chantelle Lane, who is brought into the hospital by Sacha Levy (Bob Barrett) after staff shortages cause the Aau ward to descend into complete chaos. Potts, meanwhile, will portray senior nurse Eddi McKee, who arrives at Holby on the same day as Chantelle as she accompanies a road traffic accident patient. When she witnesses the disorganisation around her, Eddi convinces Sacha to give her a job too.
From left to right: Sarah-Jane Potts as Eddi McKee, Bob Barrett as Sacha Levy and Lauren Drummond as Chantelle Lane. Speaking of her new role as Chantelle, Drummond commented: "I'm very excited to be part of such a successful show and to be working with such a great cast and crew. (more)...
From left to right: Sarah-Jane Potts as Eddi McKee, Bob Barrett as Sacha Levy and Lauren Drummond as Chantelle Lane. Speaking of her new role as Chantelle, Drummond commented: "I'm very excited to be part of such a successful show and to be working with such a great cast and crew. (more)...
- 5/13/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
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