Star Stories

Series 3 Episode 1
First Broadcast: Thu 4 December 2008

Investigating how and why Sir Elton became the Patron Saint of Celebrities. Discover how Reg Dwight overcame the odds and was reborn as everyone's favourite gap-toothed ivory tinkler. Meet David Furnish, Princess Diana, Graham Taylor and Gianni Versace and learn what role they played in the Rocket Man's meteoric rise to fame.

    1. victoria beckham Series 1 Episode 1 David and Victoria - Our Story

      Meet the world's most famous celebrity couple; a glorious union of the best footballer the world has ever seen, and a…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    2. george michael and andrew ridgley Series 1 Episode 2 George Michael - Watch Without Prejudice vol.1

      Maybe there was a better way of coming out than being arrested in a public toilet in LA, but in this warts-and-all…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    3. Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones Series 1 Episode 3 Catherine Zeta-Jones - Her Quest...

      The bravest woman in Hollywood - Swansea's very own Catherine Zeta-Jones - opens her heart about her trials and…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    4. Madonna and Guy Ritchie Series 1 Episode 4 Guy Ritchie - The Wife's Life

      For the first time ever on film, follow the Ritchie's rollercoaster ride as Guy Ritchie presents a Guy Ritchie film…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    5. Angelina Jolie Series 1 Episode 5 Sadie Frost - My Side of the Story

      Star actress, fashion designer, film producer, TV presenter, and inventor of Britpop, Sadie Frost pulls the curtain…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    6. Brad and Jen Series 1 Episode 6 Jennifer Aniston - The One Where Jen's Husband Dumps Her...

      Discover the pain behind the fringe of the Greatest Living Actor in the US. How did Anthony Hopkins help Brad become an…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    1. Take That Series 2 Episode 1 Take That

      Gary Barlow Productions Presents: Take That - Why Our Success Was Nothing to Do with Robert Williams. After that Robert…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    2. Star Stories: Mission Impossible Series 2 Episode 2 The Church of Scientology Presents...

      Hollywood's smallest actor (after Danny DeVito) expounds on Aliens from Outer Space and the best career choices ever…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    3. Star Stories: Simon Cowell Series 2 Episode 3 Simon Cowell - My Honesty, My Genius

      Multi-millionaire Simon Cowell reveals the combination of honesty, genius and trousers that lies behind his incredible…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    4. Star Stories: Britney, Madonna and Christina Series 2 Episode 4 The State of Louisiana Presents...The Ballad of Britney Jean

      Howdy y'all! Discover the real story of an ordinary good 'ol girl. See how Justin Timberlake was subtly influenced by…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    1. Star Stories: Elton Series 3 Episode 1 Sir Elton John

      Investigating how and why Sir Elton became the Patron Saint of Celebrities. Discover how Reg Dwight overcame the odds…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    2. Star Stories: heather Series 3 Episode 2 Heather Mills

      When a humble model married one of the biggest stars in musical history, the media loved it. Now learn the full story…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    3. Star Stories: peter and jordan Series 3 Episode 3 Peter Andre and Jordan

      The fairytale relationship of Peter André and Jordan AKA Katie Price is finally told in this revealing look behind the…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    4. Star Stories: kate Series 3 Episode 4 Kate Moss

      How did Naomi Campbell (Rosalyn Wright) help Kate Moss (Laura Patch) become a top model? Why was she attracted to all…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.
    5. Star Stories: bono Series 3 Episode 5 Star Stories: Bono

      Just how did Bono (Harry Peacock) meet his three trusty disciples/ band members? What did his Dad think of his beliefs…

      • Strong language and adult humour
      • This programme has episodes with subtitles available.

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