He joined Plymouth College when he was just 11 years old. Hywel Bennett. Ball is a concert artist: he tours frequently around the United Kingdom and has also performed concerts in Australia and the United States. The show aired on Sunday mornings between 11a.m. and 1p.m. until September 2011, latterly sharing its time slot with Weekend Wogan presented by Terry Wogan. Erin, 59, in 1963 and their son Michael, 53, in 1970. The 'Love Changes Everything' singer started suffering from depression in 1986 while engaged in the musical Les Miserables. "I just love her. [3] He was awarded an MBE for services to industry. Sep 12, 1999, 3:00:00 AM. Ancestors. They were broadcast in 2016, 2017 and 2019. This one dates back to the days that he was still with his wife. In other news, the star appears on Michael Balls Wonderful Wales on Channel 5 at 8pm. Alone Together was his one-man show first performed at the Donmar Warehouse (which was reprised in 2004 for the Singular Sensations season at the Haymarket). But fortunately for him, she turned out to be a lifesaver, helping him overcome his illness. I was depressed, destructive, and unfocused, and she made my life better," Ball revealed in his confession. Ball also has an established career as a recording artist with his hit songs; "Love Changes Everything". the new-ish bio of Edward..though I have always heard it was true and that Edward. Double act: Michael Ball, pictured with his partner of 22 years Cathy McGowan, says he's happily a one woman man Another devotee, Julia, first saw Michael on stage in 1985, when she was 15. 1 in the weekly "Official" UK Singles Chart, making Moore the oldest person to achieve that position and meaning that he will be at No. Amazing!"[3]. The One Show hosts Alex Jones and Ronan Keating were left a little red-faced on Friday's (May 7) episode after the latter read out a message from a rather confused viewer.. She married Norman Cook - aka Fatboy Slim - in 1999, and while the pair lived a party lifestyle together, things came to a head in 2009 when Norman went to rehab, and Zoe vowed to cut down on booze herself. Promotional activities took place throughout October and November 2007 for these releases including appearances on Friday Night with Jonathan Ross and Loose Women. This is split into five sections: Musicals, Love Songs, Personal Favourites, Party Time, and Unplugged. His concert at the Royal Albert Hall on 19 September 2009 was filmed for DVD release. Ball then headed to Glasgow and Aberdeen before returning for shows in London, Birmingham and Northampton. He sang three tracks from his latest album, Since You've Been Gone; "Home" and "One Voice", as well as two duets with Clark. When he viewed a recording later, he realised that no one would have noticed how nervous he was, and he became less worried about his anxiety problem. Brother of Joseph Ball, Alice Ball, Jonathan Ball and Sarah Ball. Michael Ball, 58, is well-known as a singing sensation after he has been performing in the West End since the 1980s. He is from British. rumors appeared during the run of ASPECTS OF LOVE. He has an average body figure of measurement of 38-45-35 inches with 8(US) as his shoe size. Michael Ball (1992-present) Children. Ball has also turned his hand to presenting both on TV and radio. In November, he returned to Broadway after a 15-year absence, playing Count Fosco in the Broadway production of The Woman in White. It entered the UK charts at number 10. Despite nearly three decades together, the pair have never tied the knot. During his 2019 interview with Express, Ball blasted the topic of their age difference, calling it an irrelevant subject. He has never had singing lessons, but as a boy he learned to sing by singing along to music, for example; songs by Ella Fitzgerald, Mahalia Jackson and Frank Sinatra. Ball consults his iPhone to clarify the issue. In April 2020, Ball recorded a duet with 99 year old World War II veteran Captain Tom Moore, in aid of the NHS during the COVID-19 pandemic. It featured Alfie Boe as Jean Valjean, Norm Lewis as Javert, Lea Salonga as Fantine, Ramin Karimloo as Enjolras, Hadley Fraser as Grantaire, Katie Hall as Cosette, Matt Lucas as Thnardier, Jenny Galloway as Madame Thnardier, Samantha Barks as ponine, Nick Jonas as Marius Pontmercy, the role Ball delivered in the original London production. [7] This began a run of top 20 albums released over the next two decades. The pair decided not to get married as husband and wife due to personal reasons; somethingBall had always refrained from discussing in his interviews. Ball is stepfather to McGowan's daughter, Emma, and grandfather to Emma's children. Michael Ball says he was so drunk when he narrowly missed out on winning Eurovision, that he might not have been able to sing again even if he had won. Whatsonstage.com Theatregoers' Choice Award for Best Actor in a Musical. Casts of the current London, international tour and original 1985 London productions took part, comprising an ensemble of 300 performers and musicians. [citation needed], In February 2013, Ball released his album "Both Sides Now" featuring the song "Fight the Fight" from Tim Rice's new musical From Here to Eternity.[8]. On 26 December 2014, Ball starred in Victoria Wood's musical That Day We Sang, reuniting him with his Sweeney Todd co-star Imelda Staunton. Michael Ball and his partner Cathy McGowan have been together since 1992, although they have never married. George Clooney irritated after Meghan Markle gave birth to Archie, Piers Morgan calls out Alastair Campbell for 'hypocritical' remarks, Michael Ball reveals why he has never married his long-time partner 'No need! They met when McGowan, a former TV presenter, interviewed him when he was appearing in Lloyd-Webber's Aspects of Love, and have been together for 30 years. McGowan is a British journalist and broadcaster who is best known for hosting the rock music television show "Ready Steady Go!" When McGowan was working as an entertainment reporter for a BBC London magazine show in 1989, they met for the first time. Hunnicutt on M*A*S*H, was married to his M*A*S*H co-star Judy Farrell for 20 years before finding love with Shelley Fabares. The West End star praised her for helping him achieve everything he has in his life. The couple was in a relationship since 2012. Michael Ashley Ball OBE (born 27 June 1962) is an English singer, presenter and actor. Michael Ball is a member of the following lists: 1962 births, English people of Welsh descent and English stage actors. Relationships. Michael had a brother four years older than him, Kevin, and a sister ten years his junior, Katherine. The show aired on Sunday mornings between 11a.m. and 1p.m. until September 2011, latterly sharing its time slot with Weekend Wogan presented by Terry Wogan. In August 2007 he made his BBC Proms debut with An Evening with Michael Ball at the Royal Albert Hall, which marked the first time a musical theatre star had been given a solo concert at the classical music festival. Ball took on the role of Caractacus Potts in the Sherman Brothers musical, "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" in 2002. Cathy was previously married to actor Hywel Bennett, the marriage producing a daughter Emma. In 2009, he became engaged to Nicole Murphy, former wife of. Born about 1672 in Stafford County, Colony of Virginia. The show was broadcast live on BBC Four, as well as on BBC Radio 3. A post shared by Michael Ball OBE (@mrmichaelball) on Mar 9, 2019 at 6:03am PST. He made his New York City Opera debut as Reginald Bunthorne in Gilbert and Sullivan's "Patience" in 2005. All profits made went to this charity. He has recorded 3 albums with Alfie Boe.. 2 reached number 1, Ball & Boe Together:in 2016, Ball & Boe: Together Again in 2017 .. their third album Ball & Boe:Back together in 2019 reached number 2 in the album charts. presenter when she interviewed him, Zoe Ball admits dressing boyfriend up like Monty Don, Alex Jones halts Caroline Quentin as she risks spoiling announcement, Michael Ball: I've become a songwriter after surviving an anxious year, Loose Women fans accuse Michael Ball of miming, Michael Ball made up 'back injury and heart condition' to skip class, The One Show viewers outraged as Tom Jones 'rushed', Alex Jones leaves Michael Ball in hysterics with raunchy The One Show, Alex Jones hits out at The One Show's Michael Ball over Strictly jibe, Captain Tom Moore news: Michael Ball issues emotional One Show message, Michael Ball shares emotional update from Captain Tom's daughter. Were passionate. I did get briefly talking once to one of his co-stars (Maria Friedman, very nice woman). He continued in the role of Edna Turnblad in the musical at the Shaftesbury Theatre until 29 April 2009. The original 1985 cast then led the ensemble in a performance of "One Day More". Two reached number 1; Ball & Boe: Together in 2016 and Ball & Boe: Together Again in 2017. Michael Ball was born on June 27, 1962, in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England. His first regular show on Radio 2 was Michael Ball's Sunday Brunch in 2008, replacing Michael Parkinson whose show Parkinson's Sunday Supplement had ended the previous year. Who is her daughter? He has twice won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical. Saturday, 4th March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. His album Heroes was released on 14 March 2011. Later the same year he was a guest star at Clark's Concert, also broadcast by the BBC. In April 2020, Ball recorded a duet cover of "You'll Never Walk Alone" with 99-year-old World War II veteran Captain Tom Moore. The show premiered at the Chichester Festival Theatre for six weeks starting 24 September 2011 before transferring to London in March 2012. Discover today's celebrity birthdays and explore famous people who share your birthday. Eamonn Holmes fans baffled over his unrecognisable appearance in new photo as they make plea, GMB host Kate Garraway called out by viewers for behaviour today. Michael, 68, was never married to Nicollette Sheridan, 57, but the two did date between 1992 and 1995. At the time, Cathy was an entertainment reporter at the BBC. Ball sang two songs on this show; the first was the song Born Free, which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and was a hit for the British male singer Matt Monro in 1966. As an actor, Ball briefly appeared as Malcolm Nuttall in Coronation Street in 1985. She understood the need to have focus and stability at the beginning of my career and shes been crucial to everything.. Meanwhile, she also saved him from a house fire in 2000. "I can't properly explain it, but I don't mind admitting I suffered a breakdown," Ball said in his recollection. [15] Within 24 hours,[16] the performance was recorded, and made into a digital single featuring the NHS Voices of Care Choir, and Moore's spoken words. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? "He returned to "Les Miserables" twice - in 1995 to re-create his role of Marius for the 10th Anniversary Concert Performance at Royal Albert Hall, and again in 2004 when he was asked to play Jean Valjean in a special performance for Queen Elizabeth II and French President Jacques Chirac at Windsor Castle.In 2004, Michael traveled to Australia, where he did five sold-out concerts. He toured the United Kingdom with an orchestra and five West End stars, (Louise Clare Marshall, Louise Dearman, Emma Williams, Adrian Hansel and Ben James-Ellis), in the autumn, celebrating 25 years in the music industry. Join Songkick to track Michael Ball and get concert alerts when they play near you. Michael Bolton was married to Maureen McGuire for 15 years before fans got to know him as a music icon of the early '90s. Obviously, I'm not in the business but fans talk at stage doors! . . Ball co-judged the second series of ITV reality television show Soapstar Superstar in 2007. Michael Ball and Alfie Boe's new album, Together Again, is out now. Nicholas Ball is a 76 year old British Actor. This began a run of top 20 albums released over the next two decades. His albums include; "The Movies", "One Voice", "Both Sides Now", "If Everyone Was Listening", "Coming Home To You". "I was in a bad place when we first met. He is not dating anyone. It was announced in February 2019 that Ball will star as Inspector Javert opposite Alfie Boe (Jean Valjean) in a staged concert production of Les Misrables. [1] He did join his fellow junior boarders on Sunday morning at the Pathfinder bible group in St Andrew's church. He celebrated his 59th birthday in 2021. Ball played Alex in Aspects of Love, both in London and New York, and Giorgio in the London production of Stephen Sondheim's Passion. [21], Ball's step granddaughter Grace Crompton represents England at rugby sevens and was chosen for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.[22]. If you have a . Ive always been in Connor and Graces lives. His first regular show on Radio 2 was Michael Ball's Sunday Brunch in 2008, replacing Michael Parkinson whose show Parkinson's Sunday Supplement had ended the previous year. Zoe has now moved onas of today, she is dating Michael Reed. In 2010, Ball presented 30 episodes of The Michael Ball Show, his own daytime series for ITV. In 2013, Ball was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of the Arts from University of Plymouth. The pair met in the 1980s and have lived together since 1992. Zoe was married to Norman Cook - aka Fatboy Slim - from 1999 until they separated in 2016. On 29 December 2013, Ball was a contestant on a celebrity Christmas edition of Catchphrase. He had once even been the subject of gay rumors. Released by Decca Records, with all proceeds going to NHS Charities Together, the recording went straight to number one in the United Kingdom's "The Official Big Top 40" chart. Michael explained: It was a really scary thing. However, the couple are yet to make it official. In September 2005, Ball made his New York City Opera debut as Reginald Bunthorne in Gilbert and Sullivan's Patience. Heidi and Mike 'went to sh*t' - her words (Picture: Nine) Heidi Latcham and Mike Gunner. Michael Ball made up 'back injury and heart condition' to skip class[VIDEO]The One Show viewers outraged as Tom Jones 'rushed'[INSIGHT]Alex Jones leaves Michael Ball in hysterics with raunchy The One Show[VIDEO]. But not many people know about his personal life. No props, no orchestra, it was simply Michael alone on the stage with only a pianist accompanying him. Athlete February 28, 2023. Weve been together about 30 years now, and all I can say is I wish I looked as young as she does, because she looks amazing! Casts of the current London, international tour and original 1985 London productions took part, comprising an ensemble of 300 performers and musicians. "People sometimes ask about the age difference. ( m. 1970; div. A lyric baritone, Ball also sang the role of Valjean at a special concert performance of Les Misrables for the Queen and her guests at Windsor Castle in 2004. His ethnicity is White while Cancer is his zodiac sign. SINGER Michael Ball has spoken of his secret sadness - he can never know the joys of being a father following a tragic accident when he was a teenager. [17] On 24 April it became No. The 37-year-old star of the hit musicals Les Miserables and Aspects Of Love suffered appalling injuries when he took part in a charity parachute jump. Michael with his long-term partner Cathy (Image: Getty Images). "When you have so much shared history with someone, theres a lovely comfort to that, although the mad rush of youth is terrific.". His other West End roles include Giorgio in Passion (1997) and Caractacus Potts in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (2002). [6] He also did several tours throughout the United Kingdom. Aside from being engaged to his two ex-wives, Michael nearly married Nicole Mitchell who is the ex-wife of actor and comedian Eddie Murphy after five years of dating. Ball appeared in the Royal Variety Performance at the Empire Theatre in Liverpool on 3 December 2007 singing "You Can't Stop the Beat" with the rest of the cast from Hairspray, the musical he was appearing in at the time. It was released along with a performance DVD of his 2007 tour, One Voice Live, filmed at London's Hammersmith Apollo. His next important role came when Cameron Mackintosh cast him as Marius in the original London cast of Les Misrables, but he caught glandular fever and he took six or seven weeks off sick to recover from the associated tonsillitis and post-viral fatigue. On 29 March 2019, the album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart. The pair met in the 1980s and have lived together since 1992. In December 2000, she saved his life by dragging him out of a house fire. On 10 February 2010, Ball recorded a television pilot for ITV1, which was commissioned as a full series in the summer, titled The Michael Ball Show. He has also had success in the charts with his recording work. is 180cm . In 2013, Ball was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of the Arts from University of Plymouth[13], In 2017, Ball backs children's fairy tales app GivingTales in aid of UNICEF together with Roger Moore, Stephen Fry, Ewan McGregor, Joan Collins, Joanna Lumley, Michael Caine, Charlotte Rampling and Paul McKenna. [citation needed], In 2004, he co-starred with Petula Clark in a production of Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard at the Cork Opera House, later broadcast by the BBC. His family moved to Dartmoor when he was just 3 years old where he spent much of his childhood days. Michael and Imelda were both awarded Olivier awards, best actor and best actress in a musical for their Sweeney Todd performances. The DVD also included a brand new "Unplugged" session which Ball recorded especially with four other musicians in the studio. Heidi and Mike's MAFS journey was a real roller-coaster, there were steamy ups and fiery downs and . Ball co-hosted the Olivier Awards with Imelda Staunton on 13 March 2011 at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. The song was a cover of 'You'll Never Walk Alone' which went straight to number one in the UK charts, with all proceeds going to the NHS. His big break came when he appeared in Gilbert and Sullivan's "Pirates of Penzance" in the role of Frederick. On 3 January 2014, BBC Four broadcast a special tribute programme to the lyricist Don Black called Diamonds are Forever: A tribute to Don Black which took place at the Royal Festival Hall in London. The couple aren't married but have lived together since 1992 . Discover Michael Ball's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Ben Hull in Coronation Street: Where have you seen Sarahs business contact before? We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. Tiffany's net worth is not available as of 2023, however, Michael is estimated to have a net worth of $20 million. Alfie is married to Sarah Boe, who he met while rehearsing La bohme in San Francisco, and the pair tied the knot back in 2004. ", Michael opened up about their 20-year age gap. Michael Bolton, a successful . His net worth is estimated to be around $25 million. Ball had his own TV series, Michael Ball, in 1993 and 1994 a Christmas Special in 1995 and a three-part series in 1998 filmed by BBC Cymru Wales Ball in the Hall. Forever synonymous with her six-season '50s sitcom, I Love Lucy, the starlet is truly loved by many with reruns of her show still making audiences laugh to this day."Give her an ashtray, and she could do 20 minutes of shtick; she was one of the greatest comedians of all time," mused one of Ball's closest friends, Lillian Briggs . In 1998 Ball performed at three big concerts: The Fiftieth Birthday Concert of Andrew Lloyd Webber at the Royal Albert Hall (released on DVD), Sondheim Tonight at the Barbican Centre (released on CD) and Hey, Mr. Producer: The Musical World of Cameron Mackintosh (released on CD and DVD). "Weve been together about 30 years now, and all I can say is I wish I looked as young as she does, because she looks amazing!". Michael Ashley Ball, OBE, is a British singer, actor and broadcaster. Click here to help us to improve this page. Coronation Street spoilers: Daisy faces Justin in court, but who will win? . Michael Ball shares a photo with his partner Cathy McGowan. Ball was interested in the theatre and his father took him to see shows in the school holidays, including a Royal Shakespeare Company production at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre of King Lear, which impressed him as a youngster of about 14 years' age. [12], On 14 February 2010, Ball stepped in as a guest judge for Robin Cousins on ITV1's Dancing on Ice while Cousins was in Vancouver for the Winter Olympics. Well, according to his love life Lonzo is unmarried although does lives with his daughter from his ex-girlfriend. On 2 March 2008, Ball appeared as the guest on the BBC Radio 4 show Desert Island Discs, during which he talked about his early life and his career, including his struggle with stage fright in his early career, and a little about his personal life. He took a leading role in Kismet in June and July 2007 for the ENO, and appeared on Channel 4's Richard & Judy on 22 June 2007 to promote this production. All rights reserved, Permalink: https://gossipgist.com/michael-ball. However, some fans will be keen to know a bit more about his life outside of stardom, including if hes married. In 2007, he made his West End return starring as Edna Turnblad in the hit musical Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre. By the middle of July, Ball had taken part in the Royal Court Theatre's celebratory performance of The Rocky Horror Show. After speeches from Cameron Mackintosh, Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schnberg, the performance concluded with pupils from school productions of Les Misrables entering the arena. 2019 - Ball and Boe: A Very Merry Christmas. When he returned to work he was still suffering from fatigue, and began to get on-stage panic attacks overwhelming anxiety, a rapid heartbeat, sweating, and problems with vision. Michael Oher was the starting left tackle of the Baltimore Ravens when they won the NFL Super Bowl in 2012. It featured Alfie Boe as Jean Valjean, Norm Lewis as Javert, Lea Salonga as Fantine, Ramin Karimloo as Enjolras, Hadley Fraser as Grantaire, Katie Hall as Cosette, Matt Lucas as Thnardier, Jenny Galloway as Madame Thnardier, Samantha Barks as ponine, Nick Jonas as Marius Pontmercy, the role Ball delivered in the original London production. Michael Ashley Ball, OBE (born 27 June 1962) is an English actor, singer and radio broadcaster. Michael Balls income source is mostly from being a successful Broadcaster. He made his West End debut in 1985 playing Marius Pontmercy in the original London production of Les Misrables, and went on to star in 1987 as Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera. Shoppers say this new no-needle 'instant filler' is a game changer for lines and wrinkles, This 'curated ear design' brand is a go-to for fashion influencers - and we have a discount, 6 of our favourite bags from the luxe new accessories label to know. In terms of his personal love life, Michael is not married but has been in a serious relationship with Cathy McGowan since 1992. In 2004, he co-starred with Petula Clark in a production of Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard at the Cork Opera House, later broadcast by the BBC. Michael Jordan has been married to Yvette Prieto since 2013 By Effie Orfanides Published on October 27, 2022 04:09 PM Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Michael Jordan will go down in history as one. 10 Kylie Ireland. As fans know, this is not the first time Hall has been married, and he was actually married to his Dexter co-star Jennifer Carpenter from 2008 to 2010. The 25th Anniversary Concert of Les Misrables was held at The O2 Arena. Despite a brief breakup, Zoe and Michael have been together since December 2017, and often share photos of each other on . He is also a radio presenter and has hosted his own show on BBC Radio 2 since April 2008. The crooner recently opened up about why this was in an unearthed chat. According to our records, Nicholas Ball is possibly single. Afterwards Cathy married and gave birth to her daughter Emma who is now 27 years old. His album Heroes was released on 14 March 2011. [10] Claudia Winkleman took over the vacant Sunday evening slot later that month. In April 2020, Ball recorded a duet with 99 year old World War II veteran Captain Tom Moore, in aid of the NHS during the COVID-19 pandemic. After a successful run with the Baltimore Ravens, Oher signed a five-year, $20 million deal with the Tennessee Titans in 2014. Ball appeared on a number of television and radio programmes to promote the album. This song was released as a single by Ball in 1989 and stayed in the British pop charts for fourteen weeks. 1 charting songs; "Love Changes Everything" and "You'll Never Walk Alone". The singer then added to the Mirror about how important Cathy has been to him. If you wish to change your mind and would like to stop receiving communications from hellomagazine.com, you can revoke your consent by clicking on "unsubscribe" in the footer of the newsletter. Sandi Toksvig memory show: Who is her wife? In March 2019, he released the album "Coming Home To You". The Shooting Star Children's Hospice and CHASE Hospice Care for Children joined together to become Shooting Star CHASE in 2011 and Ball is a patron for this charity. She first found fame in the 60sas the presenter of TV show Ready, Steady, Go!. They have two children together, son Woody, 17, and daughter Nelly, eight. He stands tall with a height of 5ft. Ball and Colm Wilkinson anchored the encore, with four Jean Valjeans singing "Bring Him Home": Wilkinson from the original London cast, John Owen-Jones from the 25th Anniversary touring production, Simon Bowman from the current London cast and Alfie Boe, who sang the role in the concert. Son of Tony Ball, M.B.E. In 2005, with 10 days' notice, he replaced Michael Crawford as Count Fosco in The Woman in White after poor health forced Crawford to give up the role. Michael is currently dating Zoe ball, but since he has 3 daughters it's obvious that he is divorced or had a past relationship. 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Chatting about the children to The Daily Mail, Michael explained: "Theyre sort of my step-grandchildren, I suppose, but it doesnt feel like that. Entertainment & Recreation linktr.ee/michaelballobe Born June 27 Joined November 2009. Lorraine Kelly today: Star faces backlash as shes accused of bashing another womans looks on live TV, Loose Women viewers slam ridiculous debate over whether tattoos should be free on NHS, Dancing On Ice star The Vivienne wades into hugely divisive row about Baby Drag shows on This Morning. You have to enable javascript to fully function this website. In 2005, with 10 days' notice, he replaced Michael Crawford as Count Fosco in The Woman in White after poor health forced Crawford to give up the role. Princess Diana's 30-year-old niece, Lady Kitty Spencer, has married 62-year-old billionaire Michael Lewis. Michael Ball has enjoyed a very successful and varied career over the last 20 years, both in the West End and on the Concert Stage, working with some of the 20th century's most prolific musical theatre composers.After graduating from the Guildford School of Acting, his professional debut was in "Godspell," playing the role of John the Baptist/Judas. Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter. Tiffany runs her online store and is also working as vice president of 'Beat The Odds Inc.'. Michael Ball was born as the second child to his Welsh mother, Ruth Ball, and an English father, Tony Ball. He then appeared as the solo artist in a controversial 'Musical Theatre' Prom on 27 August 2007 for the BBC at London's Royal Albert Hall. [citation needed]. He does have another child, with a former girlfriend, but he, the child, and her mother, and both families prefer to keep any history about that private. The album includes a compilation of previously released material celebrating Ball's 25th anniversary in the music industry, as well as six new tracks, including "You Can't Stop the Beat", from Hairspray. By registering to HELLO! Ball lives with the former presenter of Ready Steady Go!, Cathy McGowan. Smooth Breakfast with Eamonn Kelly Michael and Cathy met during an interview for hismusical Aspects Of Lovein 1989. Since reaching Number 2 in the UK Singles Chart with "Love Changes Everything" from Aspects of Love, Ball had lesser success with follow up singles, but in the main has concentrated on releasing albums, all of which achieved gold status within weeks, and in the case of The Movies album in 1998, platinum in seven weeks (released 26 October, confirmed platinum status on 12 December). Per Ball, McGowan,who's nearly eighty-year-old, acts as his consultant giving him career tips while looking after him. Edward Ball. From October 2007 July 2009, Ball made his West End return starring as Edna Turnblad in the hit musical Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London.