Anton Du Beke 'hasn't been told' whether he's returning to Strictly

Lise Pedersen Three fiction features and two documentary films were presented to an industry audience at the Cannes Film Market as part of its Thessaloniki Goes to Cannes, the Cannes Film Market’s Works-in-Progress showcase, on May 23.“Panellinion”Described as a movie about obsession, madness and loneliness, “Panellinion” is the debut documentary feature of Spyros Mantzavinos and Kostas Antarachas.The film is named after a coffee-house for passionate chess players in the heart of Athens, which has become a refuge for those who suffocate in modern life. Giannis, the owner, hates chess, but has a fatherly affection for his regulars.

Ellie has been on the show alongside her sister Izzi since 2015.She recently broke her social media silence in the wake of Nat’s accident.She said on her Instagram this week: "For my birthday this year, I'm asking for donations to Headway - the brain injury association."I've chosen this charity because their mission means a lot to me.“I hope that you'll consider contributing as a way of celebrating with me."She was told by Gogglebox producers to take as much time off as was necessary. Shortly ahead of her return two weeks ago, she said: “Looking forward to getting back on your screens tonight! “Thank you for all the well wishes, we are really grateful that things are getting back to normal."The car which struck Nat reportedly sustained a broken windscreen and dented roof.It kept moving for about 100 yards before stopping, according to reports.Speaking shortly after the incident, a source told The Sun: "Ellie is understandably in pieces and everyone is just hoping and praying Nat comes through this."Nat is Ellie's absolute world.She has been totally overwhelmed with messages of love and support."Continuing, the insider said: “She has barely left the hospital since this happened and Nat is getting brilliant care and treatment."At the moment they are living hour by hour and just praying that things get better."Ellie joined the show in 2015 after a friend approached her to join. She took some time off from filming Gogglebox to look after her boyfriend, but recently made a return.

This Morning fans have blasted the ITV show's decision to invite The Staircase's Michael Peterson live in studio.The 78-year-old was famously convinced of the murder of his wife Kathleen Peterson in 2001 after she was found dead at the bottom of the stairs in their house.In 2017, Michael entered an Alford plea to the voluntary manslaughter of Kathleen despite maintaining his innocence and he was released from prison for time served.

A man has been arrested after another man was raped at a hotel in Manchester city centre. Emergency services were called to a hotel in Portland Street shortly before 8.30am today (Wednesday).

Bruce Willis enjoyed a game of basketball as he made a rare appearance in a sweet family video. In March, the 67 year old actor's family came together to release a joint statement, revealing that Bruce was stepping away from acting following a diagnosis with the neurological disorder, aphasia.

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Emmerdale fans didn't hold back as they took a brutal swip at David Metcalfe and Victoria Sugden. The couple have been seen discussing their relationship on screen this week as David suggested the pair had got in a bit of a 'rut'.

Homes Under The Hammer presenter Martin Roberts made an emotional return to work on Tuesday after undergoing emergency heart surgery.The presenter, 58, was rushed to hospital last month after experiencing chest pains and told OK! he was given “hours to live” before doctors saved his life. After being told there was "a massive amount of fluid" surrounding his heart, the former I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star had the life-saving op before being discharged a week later.Taking to social media, he shared his excitement at returning to filming after the life-saving surgery.

Katie Price has pleaded guilty to breaching a restraining order against her ex-husband Kieran Hayler’s fiancee. The 44-year-old appeared at Lewes Crown Court on Wednesday morning (May 25) for a plea and trial preparation hearing.

Olivia Bowen and her husband Alex Bowen are easily one of the biggest romantic success stories to come out of ITV’s hit dating show Love Island. Appearing on the show’s second season back in 2016, the couple eventually came in second place and have been together ever since they left the iconic villa – going on to get married in 2018. Fast forward to 2022 and they’re currently expecting their first child together, and this week Olivia has indulged in a little bit of pregnancy pampering.

Becky Holt has spent over a decade adorning her body with body art, and now the 34 year old is Britain's most tattooed woman. Her boyfriend Ben Mason, 23, meanwhile has so far abstained from any inkings. They may not seem like a well matched couple on first appearances, but when OK! met their first photo shoot as a couple it was immediately clear that their love runs much deeper than their differing views on tattoos...

Rail passengers the length and breadth of the UK face a summer of major disruption after workers voted for the biggest strike more than 25 years. As the Manchester Evening News reported last night, members of the RMT union backed industrial action over pay, conditions, 2,500 Network Rail maintenance job cuts and reforms that the union claims will lead to a wave of ticket office closures.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have a number of useful parenting tips, and have even found ways to ensure their brood eat healthily and have an alternative to the naughty step. Kate, 40, and Prince William, 39, are proud parents to Prince George, eight, Princess Charlotte, seven, and four year old Prince Louis, and while they're part of the Royal family, the Cambridges still have a relatively normal home life.

Strictly Come Dancing dancer Giovanni Pernice has revealed that his co-star and close friend Anton Du Beke "doesn't like it", when he refers to him as the "past" of Strictly.

Anton Du Beke has revealed he 'hasn't been told' whether he will return to the Strictly Come Dancing judging panel later this year. The 55-year-old stood in for Bruno Tonioli, 66, on the BBC show last year after COVID restrictions meant he couldn't travel back to the UK.Strictly's professional line-up was confirmed late last month and with Anton not amongst the dancing stars, it could only be assumed that his seat would be on the judging panel, however, the dad-of-two has revealed that this is yet to be confirmed.Anton told Sussex Life Magazine: "I'm hoping to get a call to say, 'look, here you go, come back judging please'.""But we'll wait and see.

Anton Du Beke has spoken about his hopes to return as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing - but is still waiting for news on whether he will be welcomed back to the BBC show this year.

Arlene Phillip has recalled the 'awful' moment she found out she'd been axed from Strictly Come Dancing while consumed with grief at the loss of her beloved manager. The Prestwich-born dancer, choreographer, and TV star appeared as a judge on the BBC One dance show from 2004 to 2009.

Anton Du Beke was not prepared for one of Mark Labbett's famous insults as he appeared on The Chase Celebrity Special on Saturday (April 23).The 55-year-old was first up to face the chaser better known at The Beast on the popular quiz show.Up to his usual tricks, Mark was on fine form as he took to his seat on the gameshow while dishing out the insults to the professional dancer.The BBC ballroom expert explained that he'd met the might Beast before when he'd previously appeared on the programme and that it didn't end well.Digging his claws in while interjecting, Mark told the dancer: This is going to be just like Strictly, you haven't won that either."Looking red faced, Anton leaped to hug host Bradely Walsh declaring his feelings had been hurt.Getting back to the game, Anton wished his opponent well as they went head-to-head.The Glitzy TV personality managed to successfully answer four questions correctly in the cash builder.Putting a number of tempting offers on the table, The Beast encouraged the Anton to take a risk and play for the larger £20,000 amount.However, many of Anton's teammates urged him to take the lesser amount instead.Actor Ad Edmondson and impressionist Alistair McGown joked he wasn't good enough, while DJ Sarah-Jane Crawford backed her team mate.The Strictly star took his teams advice and played it safe - opting for the £4,000.It proved to be the right choice as Anton aced his round and made it back for the final round.In fact all stars of the celebrity special went on to have fluent and faultless games against The Beast who even admitted he "couldn't have caught any of them". With £113,000 to play for in the prize fund, it proved to be a tense match.

Anton Du Beke, 55, married his wife Hannah Summers in 2017 and the couple share two children.The Strictly judge recalled in an interview how the pair met and whether it was love at first sight.Anton will appear on The Chase tonight along with Alistair McGowan, Sarah-Jane Crawford and Adrian Edmondson.The Strictly judge spoke to Steph McGovern back in February about his relationship with Hannah and how the pair first met.He said: "I knew almost immediately that I loved her.She also loved me immediately."She was sitting across a big table at a do and I thought, 'wow she is absolutely gorgeous'."He then spoke about how he built up the courage to talk to Hannah.Anton continued: "She went off to the loo as one does. Outrageously, I followed her!"She went into the ladies and I waited outside for her.

Craig Revel Horwood is inviting a royal guest to his wedding - because they get on "so well". Craig will tie the knot in 2024, the BBC Strictly Come Dancing star told ITV Loose Women today.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas said she had a "wobble" after the BBC favourite learned of her friend and fellow dancer Maurizio Vescovo's struggles as a competitor.The on-screen star explained that his candid message brought back "not so pleasant memories" for the dancer.Taking to Instagram stories, the 61-year-old could be seen getting her hair done, in view of her 237,000.Shirley began: "I'm getting my hair done but I definitely had a wobble this morning.The state of my industry is terrible."Fighting, arguing, people not coming together and being on the same page."Consequently this morning, some things got written and it really triggered some of the things I've encountered in this industry.So, I had a wobble."She went on: "It's ok to have a wobble. My thoughts are always with the next generation of dancers."Keeping things transparent, clean and beautiful.