BBC's Nick Knowles divides fans as he defends Tony Adams after controversial Strictly exit

STRICTLY star Tony Adams could be headed for I’m A Celebrity next year after telling fans: "I'm hanging up my dancing shoes for good.” The football legend, 56, confessed he's relieved to be free from gruelling training after his eight-week run in the competition. But, as a sucker for punishment, Tony hinted he'd be up for a stint in the jungle next year - if he's approached by ITV.

AMANDA Owen left fans in agreement after her latest social media post from Ravenseat. Amanda Owen regularly updates her fans on her day-to-day life at the famous farm.

TWO Strictly Come Dancing professional dancers have been spotted looking unrecognisable in a throwback as teenage pals. The snaps were shared to Instagram last night as a birthday celebration between the close friends - who have both competed as pros on the long-running BBC One programme.

Former footballer Tony Adams has spoken out about his decision to leave Strictly Come Dancing.

FORMER Top Gear presenter Sue Baker has died at the age of 67 after a battle with motor neurone disease. The TV icon of the 1980s died "with family around her" on Monday morning, her family said.

STRICTLY Come Dancing's Tony Adams got emotional on It Takes Two as he opened up about his difficult journey with sobriety. The 56-year-old footie ace withdrew from the competition on Sunday night due to injury, with his position in the bottom two proving to be the final straw. Joined by pro partner Katya Jones on spin-off It Takes Two, Tony admitted his time on the show proved to be a massive emotional journey, and fought back tears as he spoke.

Tony Adams withdrew from Strictly Come Dancing ahead of the dance-off last weekend after injuring himself during his Jive with Katya Jones, 33.The 56-year-old skipped performing the dance for a second time in a bid to save his place on the show against Tyler West.Presenter Tess Daly explained to viewers the Arsenal legend had made the decision to leave the show due to an injury.Following his withdrawal, many questioned whether alleged rows between him and Katya were the real reason for him leaving.His long-term wife Poppy Teacher has now shut down the speculation as she addressed his health issue.She said: "Taking part has taken its toll and it was time to drop out.Piers Morgan brands David Walliams 'one of TV's nastiest frauds'"He has gone much further on the show than he had hoped and it was time to leave."Poppy also shut down he had rows with Katya, but claimed they were both "punchy people".She added to the Mail Online: "He adored her and there was never a row as people have said.

STRICTLY'S Katya Jones was spotted walking through London looking down in the dumps following her shock departure. Katya who was partnered up with former Arsenal footballer Tony Adams, was seen for the first time since the pair were forced to quit the show as she strolled through the fog.

Strictly Come Dancing episode, Tony Adams, 56, withdrew from the competition after sustaining an injury during the live show.The 56-year-old performed an energetic Jive to Wilson Pickett's Land of 1000 Dances, which was met with cheers from the audience.His efforts however failed to impress the judges who only scored them 24 out of 40 points.Craig Revel Horwood went as far as calling their dance a "technical disaster".Following his performance, he landed himself in the bottom two alongside Dianne Buswell and Tyler West.Ahead of the two couples preparing to dance again, Tony made the decision to withdraw from the competition. Karren Brady brands Boy George ‘sanctimonious’ over Matt Hancock swipeHis departure meant that Dianne and Tyler got through to Blackpool week without needing to dance again.Now, Tony's wife Poppy has claimed he was given the chance to go straight through to this weekend's show, but he declined the offer. Taking to Twitter, a viewer named LizzieBiffo wrote: "Well Tony Adams showed his true narcissistic colours tonight didn't he?!"Too big of an ego and too much of a coward to do the dance-off! What an arrogant plum #Strictly."Hitting back, Poppy commented: "Are you a medical professional? Do you know what his injury was?"Do you know that they actually told him NOT to dance and instead go straight to Blackpool and he said no because that would have been unfair to everyone else?"In an emotional speech after his withdrawal, Tony said the show had taught him a lot about himself.He spilled: "I thought this 'journey' rubbish was nonsense but, my god, the rollercoaster of emotion.Michael Douglas looks frail as he continues to show off new red hair [PICTURED]Lori Harvey leaves little to the imagination in

Tony Adams, 56, had to sadly withdraw from Strictly Come Dancing after injuring himself on Saturday night's show.The Arsenal legend has been brought to tears today due to the overwhelming support he has received since making the "tough" decision, including a heart-wrenching tribute left by his dance partner Katya Jones.Tony's decision saved Tyler West and Dianne Buswell from last night's dance-off.Katya and Tony were bottom of the leaderboard after a 1960s-themed jive on Saturday night.The couple performed their Saturday night routine to Wilson Pickett's Land of 1000 Dances, making the studio audience cheer with excitement after executing a series of roly-polies.Since then, Tony has left an apology on Instagram, while Katya left a touching tribute to the Arsenal legend.Taking to Instagram to reply to the heartwarming tribute, he penned: "Stop making me cry.."A post shared by Tonyadamsofficial (@tonyadamsofficial)She shared a selection of snaps of the pair during their time on the show, praising Tony for "inspiring" those at home for his "surrender" to the experience.Katya continued: "I loved that Tony and Katya didn’t care what anyone would think, we did it our way! We took risks. We were fearless and bold.

OLIVIA Attwood has been spotted in the UK for the first time since her shock exit from I'm A Celebrity this week. The TV star appeared downcast as she headed out for the day with friends - keeping it casual in an all-black outfit and wellies. Olivia, 31, was forced to quit the ITV competition after abnormal blood results led to her being dramatically rushed to A&E.

MATT Hancock suffered a hilarious blunder just moments after he became Camp Leader ITV viewers recently watched as MP Matt, 44, was voted in and opted for Charlene White as his deputy. But after taking a seat in his new Camp Leader throne, Matt’s wind was very nearly knocked out of his sails as he fell off his chair. Evidently delighted by his new role, Matt got cosy in the red seat as his campmates sat around him.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans have called for Ellie Simmonds to be brought back into the competition after Tony Adams' departure. Sunday's instalment of the BBC show saw the footballer quit the competition after a shock injury.

STRICTLY's Ellie Taylor has admitted her daughter is convinced she sleeps with her dance partner Johannes Radebe in bed every night. The 38-year-old has moved out of the bedroom she shares with her husband Phil Black while on the BBC dance show.

DEVASTATED Tony Adams has been forced to quit Strictly Come Dancing after a shock injury. The 56-year-old made it through to week eight of the BBC show along with dance partner Katya Jones. Tonight host Tess Daly revealed his dramatic departure after he found himself bottom of the leaderboard on Saturday night.

Strictly Come Dancing and Arsenal fans were left devastated when Tony Adams, 56, had no choice but to withdraw from the competition this weekend due to an injury he had sustained during his Jive with Katya Jones, 33, on Saturday night. However, the England and Arsenal FC legend has now hinted that medical issues had been plaguing him for a while during his stint on the BBC series.Tony explained that he had gotten to the point where he was no longer able to brush medical advice aside.Writing in view of his 161,000 Instagram followers after his and Katya’s departure from Strictly 2022, Tony admitted: “There comes a point when you can no longer ignore medical advice, and very sadly my point came tonight.”The retired professional footballer went on to apologise to his co-star Tyler West, whom he was meant to face in the dance-off before his injury forced him to pull out of the show.Tony continued: “I’m sorry I couldn’t dance off against my beautiful friend @tylerwestt , but thank you thank you to ALL @bbcstrictly who made this into an unbelievable joyful, tough and exhilirating 8 weeks.(sic)“I will miss you all - an exceptionally kind cast and crew.”The sportsman also paid tribute to his professional dancing partner Katya, revealing all about their friendship behind-the-scenes.Tony added: “And just, well I have no words for @katyajones . “She is my absolute rock, queen, nemesis, HERO.

Tony Adams has handed in his dancing shoes and walked away from Strictly Come Dancing after claims he sustained an injury during Saturday night's show.

STRICTLY favourite Molly Rainford shook the dance floor last night with a rumba to Whitney Houston’s All the Man that I Need. The ex-Britain’s Got Talent child singing star, 21, wowed the judges as she performed in a thigh-cut dress with partner Carlos Gu, 28.

Tyler West, 26, admitted that one particularly annoying habit he has during rehearsals can cause his Strictly Come Dancing partner Dianne Buswell, 33, to lose her temper.The star gave an insight into their time dancing together on the BBC show so far in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk at the 2022 Pride of Britain Awards.Tyler and Dianne are one of nine remaining couples in the 2022 series of Strictly.The couple generally place near the top of the leaderboard week after week, although last Saturday night’s performance saw them at risk of being placed in the bottom two after they finished in eighth position. Luckily, the pair were saved by the viewers, and it was Molly Rainford and Ellie Simmonds who faced one another in the dance-off, with the latter party ultimately going home.Other celebs to leave the competition have included EastEnders’ James Bye, comedian Jayde Adams, singer Matt Goss, BBC Radio 2’s Richie Anderson and Loose Women’s Kaye Adams.Talking about his “bromance” with James shortly before he exited the show, Tyler revealed that the pair shared a dressing room together at Strictly.Asked if they ever pulled any pranks on each other behind the scenes, Tyler started laughing, as Dianne stepped in."Well you’ve pranked me a few times, though, haven’t you?” Dianne said in a mock-accusing tone.“I’ve pranked her a few times,” Tyler confirmed with a nod and a cheeky smile. “What was the first prank I did?” “Oh, let’s not even talk about that,” Dianne replied with a withering look as Tyler started giggling again.“I forget my dance shoes a lot,” Tyler admitted sheepishly.