Dan Walker 'can't really explain' Strictly co-star Shirley Ballas wrapping leg around him

STRICTLY fans may be disappointed to learn the show won't air on Sunday December 4th. Bosses shuffled the schedule around to make room for the World Cup fixtures.

TV presenter Dan Walker has led tributes to the star, sharing a clip of Doddie being wheeled onto the pitch at Murrayfield as the crowd stood up and applauded.In the caption, Dan said: “I hope his family never forget how much he was loved #DoddieWeir.”JK Rowling shared a photograph of herself and Doddie with the caption: "Incredibly sad to hear about the death of Doddie Weir. A wonderful, funny, warm and courageous man who’ll be deeply missed."England rugby player Brian Moore took to social media to pay his respects.

Strictly Come Dancing star Dan Walker, 45, made it clear that he has not been forced to say anything that he disagrees with, but that he chooses to be as unbiased as possible since his move to Channel 5.The former BBC Breakfast host revealed he still believes in impartiality as a journalist, despite no longer having to follow strict BBC guidelines in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.Asked if it felt more freeing to be away from the BBC’s strict impartiality guidelines, Dan reflected on how he is no longer told “what not to say”.In spite of that, he suggested that he preferred to leave his personal opinion out of it all the same.“I’m never really told what to say or what not to say,” he reflected, as he spoke to Express.co.uk on the 2022 Pride of Britain Awards red carpet last month. “I don’t really care about my opinion and I don’t think anyone else does,” he added.“You know what I mean? My job is to talk about what’s happening in the news, not to make it.”Dan was a popular fixture on BBC Breakfast, presenting the show from 2016 up until 2022.He also hosted Football Focus for the BBC between 2009 and 2021, before announcing via social media that he would be moving to Channel 5 in April of this year.A few months later, Dan made his debut on the channel, presenting 5News Live from 10 Downing Street on June 6.The BBC is known for having rigid impartiality guidelines for all of their reporters and news presenters, who are expected to communicate the news without any bias.Elsewhere in the interview, Dan also spoke about the cost of living crisis, as well as the current political climate.The star reflected on the terrible conditions many in the country are facing as temperatures drop and called on politicians to do

Shirley Ballas, 62, has shared a rare image of her family reunion with son Mark Ballas, 36, and ex-husband Corky Ballas, 61.The Strictly Come Dancing star was bursting with pride after her son, who dances in the US equivalent show Dancing with the Stars, took home the trophy this year.Mark joined Dancing with the Stars for its fifth season back in 2007 and, after a five year hiatus, returned this year to win the competition in its 31st season. The professional dancer shared his victory with partner and social media personality Charli D'Amelio, as he celebrated his third win on the show.Mark’s parents, Shirley and Corky, are both former professional dancers, who won several Latin dance championship titles during their time together. BBC judge Shirley uploaded a picture of son Mark and husband Corky on different screens as part of a video call, in view of her 260,000 Instagram followers.Mark was triumphantly holding up his Dancing with the Stars trophy, while Corky was signalling a big thumbs up to his son.Shirley captioned the sweet snap: “When Mark Ballas and Corky Bllas call and we had family time to enjoy the moment of Mark and Charli D'Amelio winning the mirror ball trophy.

Strictly star Shirley Ballas was in tears after learning that her son Mark and his dance partner Charli D'Amelio have become the latest reigning champions of USA-based show Dancing With The Stars.The TV judge shared her joy with her 259,000 Instagram followers, admitting that she "couldn't be prouder".The proud parent uploaded a photo of the pair clutching their glittery disco ball shaped trophies, and admitted that she and her mum had stayed up all night to beat the West Coast USA time zones and catch a glimpse of the live final."A huge congratulations to @charlidamelio and @markballas. Champions of @dancingwiththestars Season 31," she wrote."Oh my goodness.

STRICTLY star Shirley Ballas says she fancies swapping the glamorous world of ballroom for life as a pig farmer. The show’s head judge said she’d gladly ditch the dresses and sequins she wears on the BBC One dance contest in favour of a simpler existence. Merseysider Shirley, 62, has been seduced by the delights of the countryside by her nature-loving son, Mark Ballas, and his wife, singer songwriter BC Jean.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans have been left furious after a guest's performance was "ruined" on last night's results show. Fans of the BBC One dance competition flooded social media to complain about the blunder that spoiled Sam Ryder's song.

STRICTLY Come Dancing viewers are convinced they’ve spotted a show ‘curse’ that caused Tyler West’s axe. After the judges chose to save Molly Rainford, Tyler, 26, was sent home from the ballroom this weekend, alongside pro partner Dianne Buswell, 33. And viewers of the hit BBC show have come up with a bizarre theory about why Tyler went home.

Tyler West, 26, made it to Blackpool with the other Strictly Come Dancing stars, but sadly bowed out over the weekend. He has now posted a montage of farewell photos, along with the admission he is "gutted" to be leaving. Fans were fuming last night as they declared Shirley Ballas had made the "wrong call", amid a tense dance off between Tyler and Molly Rainford.However, Tyler was all smiles despite his disappointment as he shared his feelings with more than 80,000 followers."And just like that our @bbcstrictly journey has come to an end.

Tyler West has become the eighth star to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing after a tough dance off.

STRICTLY Come Dancing's stars hit the town in Blackpool after the explosive live show last night. The BBC dance competition returned to the seaside resort for the first time in three years due to Covid restrictions. Spirits were high as the celebrities and their pro dancers showed off their best moves on the dance floor.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were left mesmerised after Shirley Ballas shared a secret off-screen dance with Giovanni Pernice. The enchanting clip saw the queen of Latin, 62, partnered with the Italian pro, 32, as they sashayed around the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom.

STRICTLY'S Shirley Ballas has dismissed feud rumours and shared her excitement as the hit show returns to its spiritual home of Blackpool. Strictly Come Dancing has returned to the iconic Tower Ballroom for the first time in three years due to the Covid pandemic - and judge Shirley Ballas shared a sweet throwback of her time as young dancer. Captioning the Instagram post she said: “In the excitement of @bbcstrictly returning to Blackpool tonight, I found these photos of me dancing at the Tower Ballroom almost 50 years.

Shirley Ballas, 62, opened up about her close relationship with her son Mark Ballas, 36, in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.The Strictly Come Dancing judge has found it hard to spend time with her son over the past couple of years as he lives out in the US.Speaking at the Pride of Britain Awards last month, Shirley became emotional as she discussed her son Mark. Asked what she was “most proud of” from the past year, the BBC judge answered with a touching tribute to her son. “My proudest achievement this year was that I got to fly to the United States and hold my son in my arms after three years of not seeing him. “That is the proudest moment that I have had this year,” the star admitted with emotion. Shirley’s son Mark, whom she shares with second ex-husband Corky Ballas, is an American dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, musician and actor.Following in his mother’s footsteps, Mark is a professional ballroom dancer on Dancing with the Stars, which is the American equivalent of Strictly Come Dancing.Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Shirley had been restricted from seeing her son Mark for a long time. Strictly’s head judge seemed on the verge of tears last December when Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab announced the government "couldn't make hard, fast guarantees" that there would not be a Christmas lockdown.Shirley shared a picture of herself hugging her son, as well as a long video where she unpacked how she was feeling at the prospect of a Christmas without him, admitting: “Yeah, so a little bit of an emotional day today, you know. “So we’re not sure - is there a lockdown? Isn’t there a lockdown? Will we get to see loved ones? Won’t we get to see loved ones?“Of course you all know I haven't seen my

Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas has bid farewell to one of her co-stars on the show in an emotional tribute. She referred to her "dearest Len" as she wished Len Goodman all the best after he announced his exit from Dancing with the Stars.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans are convinced they have worked out who is in danger on Saturday after spotting a "clue". Viewers of the BBC dance competition show have "worked out" a clue as to who will be at risk of leaving the competition on Saturday. Strictly Come Dancing has only just kicked off, but fans already think they know who will be eliminated from the show on Saturday.

A post shared by Shirley Ballas (@shirleyballas)“You are, and in my book will always be, a king. Your constructive criticism in helping celebrities improve along with your humour is irreplaceable.“An authentic dancer, judge and adjudicator from the head to toe.”Shirley continued: “My heart is full of so many memories with you over the years and I will treasure those forever.“I’m sad you are leaving DWTS USA but we gain you back here in UK.“You are a superstar, a one of a kind human with a talent beyond words.

This weekend the remaining Strictly Come Dancing stars will head to Blackpool - and BBC bosses have revealed the songs they will dance to this Saturday.

STRICTLY Come Dancing’s Shirley Ballas, 62, has slammed rumours that there’s a feud between her and competitor Fleur East. It comes as fans were left convinced earlier this month that the pair were in a ‘feud’ with one another.