Carol Vorderman grins as she reunites with her rarely seen brother after two years apart

She said that Kempton (played by Jim) would be fighting to save the BBC.The dame said: “If Kempton was around now, he’d have been fighting to save the BBC.“He’d be on the side of the BBC against the Government.”Commenting on her great working relationship with Jim Broadbent and reacting to hearing that he was more proud of his The Duke role than anything before, she said: “And he’s right, because he’s absolutely wonderful in it.“I’d always known at the back of my mind that Jim and I would be a pretty good pairing, although it’s an unlikely pairing – but sometimes the best pairings are the most unlikely.”Helen also recently spoke about her relationship with husband Taylor Hackford on The Graham Norton show.She said: “For the first time in 30 odd years of marriage we sat at the table opposite each other and had dinner together every night for six months.“It was fantastic, brilliant.”The full interview can be read on www.radiotimes.com  

Strictly Come Dancing Live with a heartfelt tribute to the cast and a huge thank you to the legions of fans who came out to watch.The professional dancer shared the emotional message with her 502,000 Instagram followers.She said alongside a photograph of a packed O2 Arena: “What a ride.Still pinching myself that Strictly Come Dancing Live has happened!“Thank you to every single one of you that came out to support dancing.“I looked out into the audience every single day and savoured the fact that arenas were selling to support a dance show.“Some of the biggest names in showbiz played our venues in the past, and here we are, dancers and fans of dance in the same places.“It’s truly magical and makes my heart sing.“Keep supporting live entertainment, keep supporting the arts, and as always...’keeeeeeeeep dancing’!” (sic)Janette also posted a clip of the Strictly cast dancing and cheering to La Vida Es Un Carnaval, the song former winners Kelvin Fletcher and Oti Mabuse performed their iconic Samba to.The stars, including Luba Mushtuk, Katya Jones and Nancy Xu jumped and clapped as Giovanni Pernice and Nikita Kuzmin danced topless on stage.A post shared by Janette Manrara (@jmanrara)Janette and Dan Walker’s partner, Nadiya Bychkova, then hugged each other before planting a kiss on each other’s lips.Dozens of Strictly fans took to the comments to express their sadness that the tour was over as well as congratulate Janette on her “incredible” performance.Katie penned: “I’m so sad it’s over! You did such an amazing job Janette! There really is nothing you can’t do!”Becca echoed: “We went on Sunday evening and it was incredible.

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Carol Vorderman has sent temperatures soaring with her latest snaps as she donned a more casual look for a lengthy trip out. The 60-year-old never shies away from the camera - and her latest s nap is no different as the beauty decided to ditch her makeup and throw on casual clothes as she headed out on a walk.

Carol Vorderman began her week with momentum as she donned the perfect outfit for an exciting night out with her brother, who she had not seen for two years.MORE: Carol Vorderman's curves look incredible in waist-cinching bodycon dress for special eventThe mother-of-two shared several pictures ahead of heading out and showed off her gorgeous look to her fans.WATCH: Carol Vorderman reveals exciting news about her "new man"The 60-year-old perfectly dressed her curves in a tight black jumpsuit, which she paired with a cream high neck jumper and black ankle boots.

"Off to see Astronaut @astro_timpeake tonight at @stdavidscardiff Hall," she enthused on Instagram.  "Can't wait to be in awe of what he's achieved." The former Countdown mathematician admitted that her fascination with the world of space has dated back a long time, as she promised to show fans photographic evidence. "The space industry holds a special place in my heart," she explained. "I'll post a pile of pics going back years of the rocket launches and events I've been to."  She added that she had been "privileged for many years to be the only Brit to sit on the Board of Directors of NASA Challenger Centers, set up to encourage young people into understanding and enjoying human spaceflight even more".The event is billed as "an epic and

Carol Vorderman, 60, stunned last night in an all-black outfit featuring a show-stopping leather midi dress.The former Countdown star had travelled to Liverpool to attend the Football For Change gala.She took to Instagram to share a series of selfies showcasing her curves in the fabulous Bardot dress.Her outfit also featured a statement belt with an oversized gold buckle.Carol, who chose to wear her long locks down, could be seen in good spirits as she smiled for the camera.She also shared a selfie with Liverpool FC legend Jamie Carragher.The TV star said about him in the caption: “Having THE BEST funniest night at @ftblforchange gala dinner... @titanichotelliverpool…“Loads of money being raised...“Jamie C is bloody hilarious @23_carra.”In

I'm A Celebrity star Carol Vorderman sent her fans wild as she got glammed up for a night out in Liverpool, sharing pictures of her fun on Instagram.Carol, 60, shared a video of herself dancing in her hotel room at the Titanic Hotel on Stanley Dock before she headed out to attend a glitzy sport star event.She opted for a racy black leather dress with a Bardot neckline and a figure-hugging design, adding a buckle belt to cinch in her waist.The blonde bombshell posed for a picture in her room to show off her toned figure in the glamorous outfit, sending her fans wild.Carol also posed for a picture with Liverpool FC legend Jamie Carragher during her night away from home as she gushed about the city.She wrote: "At the @titanichotelliverpool for

Carol Vorderman has made it clear her Countdown past is still dear to her heart as she teased an epic return to the programme.She also admitted that she keeps a box of letters from the game show in her house for old times' sake.Posting to her Instagram Stories on Thursday, Carol snapped a picture of the blue-and-white square letter cards laid out on the table to spell out 'Countdown', 'Springbok' and 'Flankers'.'Flankers', of course, refers to the position in rugby union, while a springbok is a variety of antelope found in southern Africa.Writing alongside the snap, Carol posted: "Did a little Countdown game for a group of fine peeps at the rugby on Saturday @welshrugbyunion."Found a box of old letters at home… awwwww.

Carol Vorderman, 60, looked stunning as she poured her ageless curves into a skintight grey gown for a throwback snap at Cambridge University.The Cambridge graduate was celebrating being awarded an Honorary Fellowship from the iconic educational institute and looked suitably glammed up for the occasion.Carol’s stunning gown fell just to her knees and featured a plunging neckline and sweet short sleeves.With her brunette tresses falling in gentle waves down past her shoulders, Carol was grinning as she looked away from the camera for a candid snap.The dress hugged her ageless figure effortlessly, and Carol matched the frock with a pair of simple black heeled sandals.Captioning the post on Instagram, Carol wrote: "Proud to have just received

Carol Vorderman, 60, put on a busty display as she sizzled in a curve-hugging beige dress, after receiving her Honorary Fellowship from the Institute of Engineering and Technology.The mathematician graduated from Cambridge University over four decades ago and has “done her best” to continue promoting “the language of engineering” ever since.On her Instagram, Carol looked flawless while posing next to a painted window in Cambridge’s Sidney College, wearing a mid-length taupe dress which she styled with minimal accessories.She wore her long brunette tresses down in polished waves and kept her make-up natural to mark the formal occasion.The former Countdown host typed: “Proud to have just received an Honorary Fellowship from the Institute of

Carol Vorderman recently confessed to HELLO! that she had ordered a 4x4 van which she would be converting and taking on exciting trips around the country, and now the former Countdown presenter has revealed she will be learning how to drive it this week.MORE: Carol Vorderman shows off national pride in 'ageless' skin-tight outfit as she shares reason for tearsTaking to Instagram, the 60-year-old star told her followers via several videos posted on her Stories: "Thursday morning I'm going to meet my van, my "man van," my "new man van," ahh! And I'm going to learn how to drive it.WATCH: Carol gives exciting update about her new van "It's got to be converted yet, but I am so excited. Awww, I'm a lucky girl," she said.

Carol Vorderman, 60, opened up about her marriage to former international rugby league player Christoper Mather during Saturday’s edition of her radio show. The broadcaster explained how the absence of one item in the house made him realise she was “gone for good”.Speaking about treasured possessions and what memories they brought back, Carol confessed: “I shouldn’t tell this story…”She continued: “This was when I was married [for] the first time very briefly.“And I left… Doesn’t matter - we were babies back then.“And I left and then I went back and then I left again and my then-husband said to my mum, ‘I know she’s gone for good because the teddy bear’s gone’.”Carol opened up about her teddy bear in previous interviews, explaining that the

Carol Vorderman was still delighted to be back in her home country, as she proved on social media over the weekend.Taking to Instagram before the game, she posted a photo that showed herself smiling as she wore a skin-tight red long-sleeved rugby shirt with CYMRU across the chest.MORE: Carol Vorderman reveals 'new man' in her life – and fans brand it a 'perfect match'The glam star wore natural makeup and her long blonde hair flowed in loose waves past her shoulders.The 60-year-old shared her excitement in the caption, writing: "It's GAME DAY.... @welshrugbyunion vs South Africa @bokke_official...

Carol Vorderman has taken to Instagram to show off her incredible figure in a patriotic outfit ahead of her beloved Wales playing rugby against South Africa this evening.The mother-of-two, 60, stunned as she let her hair down for the match, just days after she was all dressed up to present The Pride of Britain 2021 awards.Taking to her Instagram, the star flaunted her ageless figure in view of her 183,000 followers.In a series of selfies in her Welsh rugby top, Carol threw her support behind her national team.Smiling at the camera, the star tucked her sports top into a pair of black skinny jeans which hugged her curves in all the right places.Carol added a patent black belt which served to highlight her tiny waist.The star wore her hair in

Carol Vorderman brought the heat as she treated fans to a trio of selfies over the weekend.

Carol Vorderman surprised her fans on Friday evening by revealing the exciting news that she has a "new man" in her life – and she couldn't be happier.MORE: Carol Vorderman stuns GMB viewers in elegant bodycon dressThe former Countdown star took to Instagram to announce the new addition, but it wasn't quite what her followers were expecting.

Laughing, show host Gethin Jones interrupted her and said: “That’s probably a good place to stop as you’re about to start talking about mischievous stuff.“Maybe for another day. Carol, thank you.”Carol recently signed up for celebrity matchmaking service Raya after previously shunning dating apps.She told The Sun that she had been bombarded by offers from men and women on the network for elite singletons, which counts Hollywood actor Channing Tatum, Normal People star Paul Mescal, singer Lewis Capaldi and BGT’s David Walliams amongst its famous clientele.She's made it clear to potential suitors she isn't looking for anything long-term during a brief stint on the app.She said: “A mate of mine said it would be a laugh.