Amy Dowden says Strictly Come Dancing is 'home' during emotional BBC Breakfast chat

Following Baby Reindeer creator Richard Gadd’s treble win at last weekend’s Emmy Awards – for acting, writing and producing the Netflix hit – the woman who claims he defamed her in his story of being stalked has shared the extent of her suffering.

The family of a banker who was shot on his doorstep say they have lost confidence in Police Scotland as his murder remains unsolved almost 20 years on.

Claudia Winkleman, a staple on British television since the 90s, has appeared in numerous popular shows including Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC series Holiday, God's Gift, Pyjama Party and most recently The Traitors.

Martin Lewis' MoneySavingExpert (MSE) has issued a fresh warning about 'mis-sold' car finance, suggesting that vehicle owners could be owed more than £1,000. This primarily concerns anyone who purchased a car, van, campervan or motorbike between April 2007 and January 28, 2021.

Diesel car or van owners between 2009 and 2020 have just one day left to potentially benefit from a legal claim. This comes as Audi and Volkswagen (VW) face regulatory action over allegations that some of their diesel cars contained 'defeat devices' to cheat emissions tests, leading to the scandal now known as 'dieselgate'.

Saturday Kitchen's Matt Tebbutt has reflected on a tough choice he and his wife Lisa faced, as they gave up running the Foxhunter Inn in Monmouthshire, Wales, after 14 years due to its "relentless" demands while Matt balanced a demanding television career.

James Martin has quipped he might need to "pay someone a backhander" to bring his ideal ITV travel show to life, after butting heads with channel bosses about the next country to be featured. The famous TV chef let slip that he was keen on a travel series set in Japan to delve into its food and culture.

Strictly Come Dancing's head judge, Shirley Ballas, has shared her daily two-ingredient meal that helps her maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Prince Harry graced the stage at Kevin Costner's polo field last Friday, while Meghan Markle was noticeably absent due to illness. The Duke of Sussex honoured a fellow helicopter pilot for their bravery at the event celebrating first responders.

The Prince and Princess of Wales share many common interests, but there's one hobby of Prince William's that Kate absolutely dreads. Back in 2015, during a royal visit to Dundee, Scotland, the couple participated in a family fun day where Kate revealed her fear for William's love of motorbiking. When asked if he still rides, she confessed: "He's still riding it.

Daniel Radcliffe cradled his one year old son in a baby carrier as he stepped out for a stroll in New York City.The Harry Potter star, 35, welcomed his bundle of joy with girlfriend Erin Darke in April 2023, with the news breaking after he was snapped pushing a pram in the city.The couple, who have been together since 2012, have decided not to reveal their baby boy's name. Before becoming a father, Daniel previously disclosed in an interview that he wouldn't want fame for his kids, meaning they are likely to not be pictured in public and instead, lead a private life. Daniel told Newsweek: "I want my kids, if and when they exist…I would love them to be around film sets.

Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly has teased that one celebrity is "not to be missed" in the upcoming live show. Chatting with Vernon Kay on his Radio 2 programme, Tess couldn't contain her excitement, saying "the excitement is palpable" as they gear up for Saturday's extravaganza. She singled out football legend Paul Merson, who's dancing with Karen Hauer, as a must-see despite him being tipped by bookies as the first to leave.

Motsi Mabuse celebrated her 41st birthday last year with an emotional Instagram post expressing her profound gratitude for the life she's leading.The South African-born star, who gained fame on Germany's version of Strictly before taking up a judging role on the UK show in 2019, shared her journey alongside her sister Oti Mabuse, who also transitioned from the German to the British series. Despite their success, the sisters have faced personal tragedy, as Motsi opened up about the loss of their older half-brother Neo to suicide during their childhood in South Africa in a message on her birthday.

Frankie Bridge opened up about splashing all her earnings from her pop heydays and lamented, "I don't have anything to show for it anymore, I think that's one of my biggest regrets." The singer-turned-Loose Women favourite, who shot to fame with S Club Juniors at just 12 before soaring to chart success with The Saturdays, spoke candidly about her financial past. She told the Big Fish podcast with Spencer Matthews that despite working hard from such a young age, she didnt save and now she's got nothing left from her pop star wealth. She explained how her parents' lenient approach to spending due to her hard work meant there was little control over her finances.

System Of A Down‘s Shavo Odadjian has revealed in a new interview that he’s open to recording new material with the band.The band’s last LPs ‘Hypnotize’ and ‘Mezmerize’ were released in 2005. The following year they announced a hiatus which lasted until 2011, when they reunited for a string of European festival dates. Though they’ve toured intermittently since then, in terms of new music they’ve only released two singles: 2020’s ‘Protect the Land’ and ‘Genocidal Humanoidz’.Now, Odadjian has said that his “door is always open” to making new music.

Donald Trump has shared a fake image of Kamala Harris appearing in a photograph alongside Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs.The picture was posted on the former president’s Truth Social website and shared by TMZ, with the image implying that the Vice President attended one of Diddy’s sex events called “freak offs”.The rapper was arrested in New York this week and charged with sex trafficking, racketeering and transporting for prostitution. It followed a string of sexual misconduct allegations filed against him over the past year.He was quickly denied bail after his arrest, with the latest reports claiming that he had been placed on suicide watch as he awaits trial.The indictment alleges that Diddy and his associates would coerce victims into participating in days-long “freak offs”, which were “elaborate and produced sex performances that Combs arranged, directed, masturbated during, and often electronically recorded.”“Kamala doing the Diddy? Madam Vice President, have you ever been involved with or engaged in one of Puff Daddy’s freak offs?” a caption read over the photo, which also features another woman.The photo shared by Trump was indeed doctored, and the original image actually featured the Democratic presidential nominee with her ex Montel Williams and his daughter Ashley at the 2001 Race to Erase Multiple Sclerosis.This is hardly the first time Trump has shared falsified images online during his ongoing campaign for reelection.The Republican nominee falsely claimed Taylor Swift’s endorsement with a series of AI-generated posts.

Zoe Ball's son, Woody Cook, has been her rock during her recent break from the BBC Radio 2 show.The much-loved presenter, aged 53, has been off-air since August 8, leaving listeners puzzled about her absence. She was recently seen with her former husband and music legend Fatboy Slim, aka Norman Cook, in Hove, which raised fans' eyebrows.They were spotted sharing a moment at a local cafe, where they stayed for just over an hour. After her unexpected hiatus, Zoe is rumoured to be returning to her radio slot this coming Monday, as per the new schedule.

With many airlines now only offering a small handbag or backpack option instead of a free cabin bag, it can be a real challenge to travel on a budget with all your essentials.This is especially true if you're like me and love having enough outfit changes for every possible occasion. Luckily, Antler's new Underseat Cabin bag, available for £130 here, is here to save the day.

As the last remnants of autumn's dry weather linger, it's the perfect opportunity to get some wear out of your beloved ballet flats before the rainy winter season sets in. With the trend showing no signs of slowing down any time soon, there are still plenty of styles out there that have been catching our eye, including Emma Louise Connolly's Boden Vic Chisel Toe Mary Janes, which immediately caught our eye.

EastEnders icon Rudolph Walker, known to fans as the Square's charmer Patrick Trueman, bravely opened up about being broke and homeless for two years, a dark chapter in his life he kept secret from fellow actors and his kids.The 84 year old heartbreakingly revealed that the journey to Elstree Studios was often marred with tears as he battled the "utter despair" of living this traumatic "double life". Despite starring in one of the BBC's flagship programmes, Rudolph faced such dire financial straits following a harrowing divorce from his second wife Dounne Alexander MBE, whom he wed back in 1998, that he was left living out of a suitcase and depending on the kindness of friends for accommodation. To his EastEnders co-stars, his troubles remained unknown; theyd had no clue about his struggles that began in the mid-2010s and had plunged him into poverty despite over four decades in the acting business.

Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page are totally chill about the Strictly Come Dancing curse rumours.The 26 year old star, who's strutting her stuff on the latest series of the BBC dance extravaganza, has shrugged off any worries about her romance hitting the rocks like some past contestants. She's all confidence when it comes to her relationship with her beau, whom she met on Love Island a couple of years back, declaring he's the "hottest man on this whole planet".