BBC defends Strictly’s first same-sex pairing as more than 100 people complain before the show’s even launched

Prince Harry fans have slammed Prince Charles for not publicly supporting his son during his current security row. The Duke of Sussex has launched a claim against the Home Office after they made a decision to disallow him funding his own police protection when he visits the UK.Harry lost his taxpayer-funded protection after he retired from the Royal Family and relocated to the United States in 2020.The court was told by Harry's lawyer Shaheed Fatima QC that the Duke wants to come back to the UK to support charities and see his family and friends.But the lawyer claimed the former Royal Family member doesn't feel safe when in the UK.“Most of all, this is and always will be his home,” she added.

Champions League final in St Petersburg if Russia invades Ukraine.This season's showpiece game is due to take place in the Gazprom Arena on May 28.But UEFA bosses would be left with no choice but to switch venues should Russian president Vladimir Putin go through with his threat to invade neighbouring Ukraine.And Wembley would be considered as a possible alternative to host club football's biggest game, especially if two English teams have reached the final.Staging the Champions League final is said to be worth more than £60m to the city involved.UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has told parliament there is "strong cause for concern that President Putin "is still committed to an invasion."UEFA are monitoring the Ukrainian crisis closely, with a view to drawing up a contingency plan if needed.Last season's final was switched from Istanbul to Porto just three weeks before kick off, after the Turkish city was placed on the Covid 19 red list, meaning supporters were unable to travel.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.

Emmerdale fans think they have worked out Meena Jutla's escape plan on the ITV soap after she was put into police custody. Only recently, Liam pushed Meena off the same bridge that she murdered his daughter Leanna after she shared sick details about killing his child. It came after Meena kidnapped Dawn Taylor in a limo during her Valentine's Day wedding to Billy Fletcher with the evil nurse also leaving Leyla Harding and Harriet Finch for dead after attacking them.

Perrie Edwards was spotted taking a stroll with her mum Debbie and baby son Axel around Cheshire town centre.The Little Mix singer looked the picture of cool as she bundled up in a pair of black jeans, top, matching coat along with a thick woolly scarf.The stunning star, 28, teamed her look with a pair of chunky calf boots and wore a black cap and tucked her blonde locks into her collar.The mum-of-one opted for understated eye makeup and bronzed cheeks, and held a large Starbucks coffee in her hand. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter Next to Perrie, her mum Debbie pushed adorable baby Axel along in a pram, as the new grandmother seemed more than happy to take the reins for a while.

Keeping things civil. Two months after Tayshia Adams and Zac Clark called off their engagement, a source exclusively tells Us Weekly that they are “still in communication” with each other.

Party time! Millie Bobby Brown has a lot to celebrate as she officially became an adult by turning 18 on Feb. 19! To help commerate the special occasion, a few of her A-list friends got together to throw her a big ole bash, as seen in the photo album (below) shared by her Stranger Things co-star Noah Schnapp. The festivities were on fire, as pic after pic showed the crowd going wild for the British actress’ big day!

something the series is famous for. “Around 10 people shared the post with me because all my friends and family know about my unhealthy obsession with the show,” said Townley.The “Simpsons” addict said he found the show to be “absolutely fascinating” as well as perennially relevant as “it’s a reflection on society and based on stereotypes!”“For example, a fat American dad with a trophy wife and kids, a police officer with a pig nose and a school principal with annoyingly good posture,” he explained.

Standing their ground. Cynthia Nixon and more of the And Just Like That cast brushed off Meghan McCain‘s criticism that the Sex and the City revival was ruined by its “wokeness.”

, in which she played eleven-year-old twins, Hallie Parker and Annie James. In case you forgot the plot of this frankly bonkers film, Hallie and Annie were separated when their parents got divorced and knew nothing of each other's existence until they met at summer camp years later.

Strictly pro Neil Jones has been dropped as a competitor in this year’s contest, we can reveal.Bosses have decided not to pair the hunk, 38, with a celebrity on the new series.Instead he will have a reduced role as a background dancer and a member of group routines.Neil is said to be “devastated” by the decision.It comes as his ex Katya Jones, 31, is tipped to get a plum role in the show’s first same-sex couple with Nicola Adams, 37.A show insider said: “After a lot of discussion it was decided that Neil will be dropped from the line-up of professional dancers, so he won’t be partnered with a contestant."He will still be part of the show, but only in group ­routines.

Strictly Come Dancing has faced over 100 Ofcom complaints from viewers after the show announced its first ever same-sex coupling.

Strictly Come Dancing ’s first ever same-sex pairing has prompted a string of complaints from unimpressed fans of the BBC One show, but bosses are determined to stand their ground.

THE BBC has issued a statement defending Strictly Come Dancing after viewers complained about Nicola Adams being paired with another woman. The Beeb revealed they'd received a flood of complaints after Olympic boxer Nicola, 37, made history by entering Strictly's first ever same-sex pairing.

Strictly Come Dancing 's first ever same sex couple has already prompted complaints, before anything has even aired.

The BBC has defended introducing a same-sex pairing on Strictly Come Dancing after receiving complaints about the move.

Nicola Adams is set to be the first female participant to not wear a dress on Strictly Come Dancing. The Olympic champion will take to the dance floor of the BBC's prime time show in suits and trouser pieces, it has been reported.

Nicola Adams will be the first female Strictly Come Dancing contestant "not to wear a dress", according to reports.The 37-year-old Olympic gold medallist is said to have asked to perform each week on the show wearing trouser suits as she stars in the BBC programme's first same-sex couple.A source told The Sun: "Anyone who knows Nicola will be aware that her wardrobe consists of jeans and trousers so it would be really unnatural for her to wear a dress."As far as the Strictly bosses are concerned, it's a personal choice and they want her to feel comfortable taking part."The costume department is famous for pulling out all the stops and thinking outside the box."They've got lots of ideas for themes and will be sure to incorporate some sparkle

With the new series of Strictly Come Dancing drawing closer, many fans are eager to know about that dance couples.

BBC spokesperson said.‘Whilst we’ll be unable to physically go to Blackpool this series, we’ll still be celebrating this iconic venue and bringing it to life from our studio in Elstree.’It’s definitely heartbreaking, but we understand the decision.The series start date has not been confirmed but this year is set to be shorter than before.

Strictly Come Dancing recruit Nicola Adams will be ditching dresses on the show, reports say.

Strictly Come Dancing star Katya Jones is close to winning a behind-the-scenes battle to partner boxer Nicola ­Adams, we can reveal.Many of the female professionals are desperate to be part of the show’s first same-sex pairing after Nicola said she would only dance with a woman.Whoever teams up with the ex-Olympic fighter will make TV history when the BBC hit returns next month.But a source claimed bosses are set to put Katya, 31, and Nicola, 37, together.They believe they will have chemistry and are poised to pair them up if they hit it off when they meet.The women are also a similar height.In past series, pro dancers and celebrities spent time with each other before being put together so producers could see which couples had a spark.But