END OF THE PIERS SHOW?

The future of Britain's Got Talent is at risk.

It's been reported that Piers Morgan is set to quit - while Simon Cowell has already said he won't be at the audition rounds any more.

This morning's papers are reporting that Morgan has been offered a series of contracts in the United States worth 12 million pounds.

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STRICTLY SHAPING UP

This year's line up for Strictly Come Dancing is taking shape.

Confirmed celebrities include Patsy Kensit and Matthew Wright while Kimberley Walsh, Richard Madeley and former GMTV presenter Penny Smith are all apparently in talks.

The news comes a day after host Bruce Forsyth issued an ultimatum to bosses, saying he'd only sign up for another series if reassurances were made about the calibre of this year's contestants.

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EDINBURGH

A film by an Oscar-nominated French animator is to open the Edinburgh International Film Festival later.

The Illusionist, by Sylvain Chomet, has been described as a "fairytale depiction" of Scotland.

Other highlights include the first UK showing of Toy Story 3, with a special 3D gala to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the animated blockbuster.

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NO POTTER KEEPSAKE FOR RON

Rupert Grint has revealed that he did not get to take a souvenir from the set of Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows.

The actor recently finished shooting the franchise's final instalment after 10 years.

But he decided against it after revealing he was afraid of being caught by the film's bosses after previously being found with a valuable prop.

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HOLLYOAKS

Carley Stenson is leaving Hollyoaks, after more than ten years on the Channel 4 soap.

The actress - who plays Steph Cunningham in the show - will leave at the end of the year to pursue a career in musical theatre.

Since arriving, her character has faced epilepsy, her parents' marriage breakdown, the death of her husband Max on their wedding day, and an attack by stalker Niall.

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MORE WOE FOR JACKSONS

Michael Jackson's youngest brother has been admitted to hospital after suffering a mild heart attack.

Randy Jackson was immediately taken to Huntington Memorial in California after he began experiencing chest pains.

The 48 year old had been working on arrangements for a service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park to mark the first anniversary of the pop star's death on June 25.