BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker jokes about deserting Louise Minchin on her birthday

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Manchester United and, in particular, Tottenham were both keen on the 25-year-old.But Colombia international Diaz opted to make the move to Anfield in the January transfer window.The winger picked up an assist on his Reds debut in the FA Cup victory over Cardiff and impressed in the Premier League against Leicester.Spurs were gutted to miss out on Diaz, and United may end up feeling he is one that got away from them in the market too.Ultimately, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp played a big role in luring the talented attacker to Merseyside.Discussing the Liverpool deal, Diaz’s father – Luis Manuel Diaz - told Portuguese newspaper A Bola: “The impact was big, many people have been talking about him and his qualities.“Several clubs tried to sign him, but he wanted Liverpool for what they play and for the manager.“He sees in Klopp the same commitment and demand he had at FC Porto with [Sergio] Conceição. How good a signing is Luis Diaz for Liverpool? Let us know in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Spice Girls but she admits it was hard to disguise it during her time on ITV's The Masked Singer.The Feels So Good songstress, 46, competed back in season two back in January 2021 alongside celebrities including Martine McCutcheon, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and winner Joss Stone.She admits that she had initially thought about turning down the offer from producers but later fell in love with the idea of the programme.Speaking exclusively to Daily Star, Melanie joked that she put minders through their paces as she tried to crack several clues.Backstage, Melanie tried to crack the secrets as to who else was taking part, admitting she never stopped asking questions.The songstress laughed: "Even in the dressing rooms you are kept apart, covered up and walk around virtually blind with a helper…"I was trying to pick up any clues and asking a million questions but I didn't get any answers, they take the secrecy super seriously!"Reflecting on disguising her voice, she told me: "It was so hard, much much harder than I thought."They kept asking me to sing sweet and high and honestly that was so hard, I think I put the singing coach through a lot."While Melanie is no stranger to oversharing with Spice Girls news, she didn't tell her bandmates or any relatives about taking part in the show."I couldn't even tell my mum," she exclaimed.

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Strictly Come Dancing 2021 rivals last night.The Dragons' Den regular was pictured dining out with co-stars Ugo Monye, Dan Walker and Adam Peaty.The 37-year-old admitted she didn't anticipate being without her underwear or cosmetics, but "the spray tan was the priority".She shared a group shot with her 55,000 Instagram followers, saying it had been "the best night".The foursome and their BBC colleagues will film the first show this afternoon, ahead of the Strictly television launch next weekend.But it wasn't a hangover Sara was seemingly nursing the nexst day, but instead she was worried about having an extra item on her hotel bill.The British television personality shared a snapshot of her tan-stained bed sheets, alongside her concerns.It

Steph McGovern, 39, was feeling nostalgic after she came across an advert of herself for BBC Breakfast, two years after she left the show.The Packed Lunch star announced her departure to begin her own self-titled show (later renamed Packed Lunch) on Channel 4, but it seems she's sill considered one of the BBC family until they replace the enlarged images on Media City's walls.Taking to Instagram, the presenter was pleasantly surprised to see herself up there alongside regulars Dan Walker, Louise Minchin, Naga Munchetty, Charlie Stayt, Carol Kirkwood and Sally Nugent.She penned: "Walked past the building I used to work in at Media City."I look up… 'I know her’."Two years after leaving I’m still on the BBC Breakfast poster!"A post shared by

BBC Breakfast viewers only have three days left of watching Louise Minchin, 53, on their screens, as her last day on Wednesday September 15 is fast approaching.

Steph McGovern took to social media this morning to wish her former BBC Breakfast colleague good luck in the "next chapter" of her life.The 39-year-old shared a short boomerang video which captured Louise Minchin making a speech at her leaving do.After almost 20 years on the breakfast programme, she will present her last show on Wednesday.Steph on the other hand, left BBC Breakfast in October 2019 after landing her own Channel 4 lunchtime show.She now fronts self-titled programme Steph's Packed Lunch.The pair came together, along with members of the cast and crew, to bid an emotional farewell to their colleague and watched footage of their best moments together."Lovely to see everyone at Lou’s leaving do.

Steph McGovern made a surprise return to her old stomping ground, the BBC Breakfast studio in Salford, in honour of her former colleague Louise Minchin's leaving party on Wednesday.However, upon her arrival, Steph was shocked to see her face still on the large poster plastered across the building – two years on from her departure.MORE: BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker jokes about deserting Louise Minchin on her birthdayWATCH: Steph McGovern shares small glimpse into Louise Minchin's farewell party"Walked past the building I used to work in at Media City and look up… 'I know her,'" she remarked.

Homes Under The Hammer host announced he had some news earlier this week, leaving many wondering whether he was going to be an additional contestant on Strictly Come Dancing.The BBC star had launched a social media campaign where he pleaded with members of the public to raise his standing in the ranks to be picked, having been desperate to take part on the dancing show for a number of years.However this year once again, his name wasn't on the highly-anticipated line-up list, that included Dan Walker, Sara Davies, Tom Fletcher and Katie McGlynn.Taking to Twitter to answer fan queries after the big announcement, he answered one question addressing when he will be able to speak out about it.The fan asked: "Are you on @bbcstrictly??

Louise Minchin, 52, is due to leave BBC Breakfast next week and this morning her colleague Jon Kay, 51, said a final farewell on Twitter, as he shared a snap from their last shift together.The broadcaster said it has been a “pleasure” to work alongside her, as he urged her to enjoy the upcoming “lie-ins” after 20 years of 3.40am starts.On Twitter, Jon typed in view of his 35,700 followers: “That was my last @BBCBreakfast shift with @louiseminchin before she leaves the sofa next week. “It’s always been a pleasure to work with such a lovely and generous pro. “Thank you Lou - and enjoy the lie-ins.

BBC Breakfast where he spoke about his upcoming stint in Strictly Come Dancing.

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterBBC Breakfast's Louise Minchin is celebrating her birthday and shared a snap of some stunning flowers she received, as well as an emotional message from friend Rob Rinder.The star turns 53 today, and viewers have been admiring the beautiful blooms shown off on Twitter, at the same time as her co-star admitted he "deserted" her.She captioned the snap: "Thanks to the person who sent me these.

Fellow TV star Robert Rinder, 43, also known as Judge Rinder, was the first to wish Louise a happy birthday, sharing a photo with the birthday girl with her post."Happy Birthday Louise 'Bad***' Minchin," he wrote before adding an inspirational quote.“You have to fight through some bad days to earn the best days of your life.”"I love that @RobbieRinder is always first, thank you I will always treasure this picture," she replied, while sharing the post with her 217,100 followers."Happy birthday Lou, they're gorgeous, you're gorgeous! we're so going to miss you though," one social media user replied to her previous post."Happy Birthday Louise.So sad that your leaving.

BBC Breakfast's Matt Taylor was cringing on Wednesday morning after he forgot the name of the presenter, and tweeted a "helpful" reminder that producers made for him.He posted a picture on Twitter of a sign that spells out the day, his own name, and the names of the presenters.An embarrassed Matt wrote: "I'm being trolled by the crew up here on the room of Broadcasting House... after forgetting who was on the BBC Breakfast sofa earlier.

BBC has shared a brand new job advert as they search for a new BBC Breakfast presenter to replace Louise Minchin who is leaving the morning show.It follows Louise's announcement which came earlier this year, as she revealed she was leaving the show to pursue other interests - prompting the BBC to look for a replacement host.Whoever gets the top TV job would work alongside famous presenters including Dan Walker, Naga Munchetty, Charlie Stayt and Jon Kay.It comes as current anchor Dan Walker is set to star in the 19th series of Strictly Come Dancing - which kicks off later this month.The job appears to come with one of the top pay packages at the BBC - and is just three working days a week.The advert reads: "BBC Breakfast is seeking a chief

Strictly Come Dancing’s Len Goodman has revealed his thoughts on budding contestant Dan Walker as he shared his growing friendship with the BBC Breakfast presenter ahead of the competition.

BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin certainly had her work cut out for her on Tuesday morning, as she was forced to ask Nadhim Zahawi for a "clear" response regarding a potential lockdown.The politician, who has served as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the covid-19 vaccine, appeared to not be very forthcoming regarding possible restrictions in October, which Louise and viewers at home picked up on fairly quickly.Louise was then forced to probe Nadhim again and said: "I'm sorry I just need to ask that again if I could, just so I can get a clear answer.

Louise Minchin, 52, made BBC Breakfast weatherman Matt Taylor "blush" on the programme this morning.The TV host said she left her colleague flustered after making a remark about “steamy temperatures”, as the UK will sizzle this week in a three-day heatwave.On Twitter Louise typed: “I think I made @MetMattTaylor blush with my mention of steamy temperatures.”In response, fans found the incident hilarious as they urged the presenter to carry on with the “double entendre”.One said: “Blushing here too.”A second replied: “So funny. Louise, I am gonna miss you on Breakfast.