BBC's Dan Walker admits he angered football icon Pele after asking him not to sign bag

BBC dragon Deborah is a fan favourite on the big money investment programme and has been a Dragon since 2003, after taking over from Rachel Elnaugh on the third series.The businesswoman is one of the wealthy investors on the BBC show and has amassed a mega fortune through years of savvy business decisions, but what else do we know about her?From her 10-bedroom Somerset mansion with a whole farmyard work of pets to a whopping net worth, let's take a closer look...Somerset-born Deborah married long-term boyfriend Paul in 1993 and they live in her home county.The couple met in 1985 when he was working at her former holiday company Weststar during his university break.However, things weren't always rosy as they split briefly due to Deborah not wanting a family with him.She then took a trip to Venezuela, but on her return to London came back and married him.In a 2011 interview with the Telegraph, Deborah revealed that she never does any housework because her husband is in charge of "domestic chores."The Dragon’s Den has a seriously impressive house - a 10-bedroom mansion in fact.After selling her Weststar Holidays company for £33m back in 2006, the couple bought the lavish property in Somerset to have a calm life in the countryside. Since the move, the couple have been constantly renovating their home, using period-accurate materials - which is a factor to environmentalist Deborah’s heart.At the time they bought the property, Deborah said: "We have done it up in an ethical way, restoring whatever we can using traditional materials."That has cost us at least twice as much as it needed to.

Netflix series Cheer, has pleaded guilty to receiving child pornography and soliciting sex from minors.During a change of plea hearing in a Chicago federal court yesterday (February 10), Harris admitted to one count of travelling with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a 15-year-old and one count of receiving child abuse images from a 17-year-old.Harris, 22, pleaded guilty to two of the seven felony counts against him. Prosecutors agreed to drop the remaining five counts under a plea agreement.Harris was arrested in September 2020 on a charge of production of child abuse imagery.

The Voice UK judge Olly Murs, 36, regularly interacts with his fans on Twitter during and after the show and tonight, he celebrated finalising his team.The singer proudly showed off his final 10 contestants following weeks of auditions. Alongside a graphic of his team, he wrote: “Team completed Voice 2021 my chosen 10,” followed by their respective Twitter handles.But, it appeared as though the coach got the year wrong and wrote 2020 instead.The singer followed up his post saying he got confused with dates after filming the show last year.Olly added: “2021 [laughing face] no edit button on this FFS in my defence we filmed it last year.”Many of his 7.1 million followers flocked to his post to comment.Dan Walker shuts down Piers Morgan with

Dan Walker told his Instagram followers that applications for his breakfast club were “flooding in”.The BBC Breakfast presenter shared an update on the picture-sharing site as well as Twitter today, after being inundated with entries.The father-of-three posted a picture of one entry online along with a witty reply for rejecting it.“I normally do this on twitter but...

Strictly Come Dancing professional Anton Du Beke, 54, is often mistaken for Gavin and Stacey actor Rob Brydon, 55, but he realised just how much when a fan ran up to him and asked for his autograph.

DON'T MISS...Dan Walker shuts down Piers Morgan with Antigua holiday taunt [UPDATE]Claudia Winkleman could quit new Radio 2 job amid Norton backlash [INTERVIEW]Death In Paradise Josephine Jobert compares working with Ralf to Ardal [INSIGHT]Earlier in the footage, the mum-of-two revealed that she had felt “sexy” when pregnant with both of her children.She made her comments after her pal described her as being an “earth mumma,” which was in stark contrast to her own experience of pregnancy.“I felt sexy every single day of every single one of my two pregnancies,” Halle said.“I was walking around naked, like, ‘bam, look this!’ I was so happy.“I remember telling you this is the best, most amazing, rewarding [experience], you were like ‘Is it

DON'T MISS...Dan Walker shuts down Piers Morgan with Antigua holiday taunt [UPDATE]Claudia Winkleman could quit new Radio 2 job amid Norton backlash [INTERVIEW]Death In Paradise Josephine Jobert compares working with Ralf to Ardal [INSIGHT]“So nice to see your face,” another person added.“Sending love and good wishes to you both,” a third social media user added.In the accompanying picture, the couple smile for the camera on a past family holiday.Bill and Sarah are parents to three grown up children, Henry, 32, Will, 31, and Flora, 29.The Prostate Cancer UK website states that last year almost 12,000 men lost their lives to the disease, however an early diagnosis can greatly improve the chances of survival.A new test, which can

BBC Breakfast host and sports-enthusiast appears to be fully on the road to recovery, after she took part in an open water swimming challenge which sparked concern from viewers online.The broadcaster took an extended break from the show but returned to the Breakfast sofa alongside her co-host Dan Walker in December.Louise had recently shared she was "uncertain" about her recovery time as she returned to her job, sporting a walking boot that protects fractures and using crutches.Taking to Twitter, the broadcaster shared a candid photo of herself in the open water as she prepared for her swimming challenge.Louise donned a full-body wetsuit, swimming hat and goggles for her dip this week.The TV anchor chose to take part in her challenge during

Carol Kirkwood, who announced on Thursday that she has written her first novel!MORE: Carol Kirkwood 'shocked' by awkward Dan Walker jokeThe BBC Breakfast weather presenter took to Twitter to share the exciting news, writing: "So excited! Can't quite believe that something that started out as just an idea in my head, has materialised into my FIRST NOVEL!!! Here is a sneak preview of the cover!!! Coming summer 2021." WATCH: Carol Kirkwood leaves Naga Munchetty in hystericsThe cover reveals the title of the novel, Under a Greek Moon, and fans went wild for it, many wondering if they would be able to get a signed copy."For those asking...

Piers Morgan was ridiculed on Twitter by rival Dan Walker who brought up his controversial holiday to Antigua.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker, 43, discussed how he deals with abuse online particularly if he’s discussed a controversial topic on the show, but said it’s his wife Sarah’s opinion that he values the most.The host has been married since 2001.The father-of-three was asked if ever feels as though he can’t win with some viewers.He said: “It’s really important to have a bit of perspective I think, I get a lot of bile and a lot of people shouting at me on social media and accusing me of this and that.“I know when I’ve done a good job and I know when I’ve done a bad job, and if I’ve had an horrendous morning, I know that my wife will tell me and that’s essentially the most important opinion as she’s invariably right.”Dan went on to say he

Dan Walker, 43, has informed his 680,000 followers of his decision to “switch Twitter off for a bit” in the aftermath of an error, which sparked outrage, on BBC Breakfast this morning.

Dan Walker, 43, has been at the receiving end of one of Piers Morgan's jibes this evening.The outspoken Good Morning Britain presenter, 55, took to Twitter to question if he could hear the Football Focus presenter's "saintly halo cracking" after he was called out for making, what some BBC Breakfast viewers have branded, a "sexist error".Following a blunder on BBC Breakfast this morning where the show didn't refer to guest Professor Claire Hopkins by her title, Piers Morgan took to Twitter to take a jab at the presenter.Piers tweeted to his seven million followers: "Oh dear.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker, 43, responded to Professor Claire Hopkins after she queried why her title was taken away on the header, when she appeared on the show today.The guest was introduced as an ears nose and throat surgeon, as part of a segment discussing coronavirus symptoms.Later on in the show, Professor Nirmal Kumar, who has the same job as Claire, took part in a live discussion and was introduced with his title.After the show, Claire took to Twitter to accuse the show of "unconscious bias" and queried why she hadn’t been treated in the same way.She went on to point out the same mistake had been made during a previous appearance on the show.The guest shared a picture of her and Professor Nirmal, comparing what had been

Dan Walker ruined his chances of getting his dream job of a PE teacher – when he dropped his trousers in an interview.

Dan Walker, 43, has said he often questions whether he could’ve done more to help save his friend.The BBC Breakfast star interviewed Gary’s two sons Thomas and Edward about their father’s passing in his book Remarkable People.Reflecting on the football captain's death in a new interview, Dan said his last discussion with Gary was about the latter's plans for the Wales national football team on Football Focus. He said: “I think about it a lot really, if I’m honest with you.“As a friend, could I have done more? As a Christian, should I have done more? Could I have picked up on something either that day or another day and spoken to him about it?Alex Scott left blushing over Neil Jones' 'beautiful' compliment“I suppose the encouragement out of

BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker attempt at recreating viral TikTok dance live on TV ended miserably when he accidentally punched out a studio light with his arm.The origina amusing clip showed BBC freelance journalist Katie Wong and her friends and has racked up more than a million views,Dan decided to do his own version but as he busted moves to the iconic BBC theme tune, the clumsy presenter struck the light with his arm, and was left with a sore hand.While's Dan's blunder left him feeling embarrassed, viewers were howling with laughter and took to social media to make jibes at him.One said: "Love it Dan walker, you have made my day."Another said: "@BBCBreakfast that was tv gold with @mrdanwalker best watch for months.

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker has been urged to stick to his day job after attempting to recreate a TikTok dance!The 43-year-old appeared in a hilarious video shared by the show's official Twitter account, showing him in the studio and trying to copy the routine.MORE: BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker reveals daughter's surprising help behind the scenesHis admirable enthusiasm did lead to a minor mishap, however, with Dan managing to "punch the light" at the end of his dance. WATCH: Dan Walker's hilarious attempt at TikTok danceProving himself to be a good sport, the dad-of-three shared the clip on his personal Twitter account, along with the caption: "Nailed the armpit sniff! The light has been fixed.

Louise Minchin left fans divided over her decision to keep her Christmas decorations up well into the New Year.

Piers Morgan took to Instagram and Twitter to share a story about himself and Dan Walker.The outspoken journalist highlighed the headline, which saw him labelled a Doberman to his Poodle rival.The 55-year-old made sure to tag the BBC Breakfast host into his update, in his latest swipe about viewing figures.The Good Morning Britain presenter claimed "sometimes a headline says it all".The article he shared came with the title: "'Doberman and poodle' snarl from their sofas in battle of breakfast TV."It questioned: "Could outspoken Piers Morgan win the morning ratings fight for ITV? Not if the BBC's laid-back Dan Walker can help it."It claimed GMB was "squeezing" BBC Breakfast, increasing its average share of the audience to 23.9 per