People around the world gather to celebrate the new year, with fireworks shows in major cities.
The singer said he was working to improve symptoms caused by Tourette's Syndrome and anxiety.
Jenna Cole and Olivia Irwin, who have performed around north-east England, have won a recording contract.
He departs next year but it is unclear if his character will be killed off or return at some stage.
Model Ellie Goldstein, who has Down's syndrome, says people should never give up on their dreams.
The UK's most famous chimes were first broadcast live by the BBC on New Year's Eve 1923.
The singer will be joined by Rylan Clark and Sharleen Spiteri for the BBC's New Year's Eve concert.
Despite lay-offs and the end of a gaming mainstay, 2023 was a year filled with brilliant video games.
The British star won a Bafta for the hit 1997 film, and was nominated for two Oscars.
His credits ranged from British films like The Full Monty to Hollywood hits like Rush Hour.