EastEnders scale back James Bye's storyline so he can win Strictly Come Dancing

Sir Rod Stewart, 77, was present and grinning proudly at the passing out ceremony, during which his 51-year-old wife Penny Lancaster was formally acknowledged as a fully trained Special Constable.The former model marched in a City of London police parade, clad in her black uniform and hat, to celebrate passing her training.Former model Penny had admitted to feeling as though her life lacked purpose following the menopause, and she was seeking a way to regain it through serving her country.She posed in her black, white and red checked uniform with a certificate of completion yesterday, confirming that her training programme was over, as she honoured the news by marching with a group of officers.Sir Rod has been fully supportive of her, proudly revealing on the Graham Norton show that she had trained for eight months and "loved" it."I backed her all the way.She says she loves giving something back, but more importantly she wants to protect the city she loves," he explained.Penny has already made her first arrest - of a man who tested positive for cannabis while driving earlier in the year - and she was able to serve the country during Queen Elizabeth II's funeral procession, too.She first got a taste for the police force when she appeared on the Channel 4 show Famous and Fighting Crime.The show sees celebrities trading in their usual day jobs to help the emergency services and walk in their shoes for the day.During the filming, she admitted to being "anxious" as she was harassed by a drug dealer who threatened to stab her.However, she was ultimately undeterred, and when her TV role ended, she applied to become a Special Constable - as a volunteer at first - to continue serving the country.No one had quite been expecting

Schitt’s Creek, has died at the age of 47.The talented TV heavyweight helped launch the CBC show worldwide. Ben won a number of awards during his time as a producer and worked in representation for over two decades. He was known to have played a big part in Schitt’s Creek’s launch, helping to craft its business model so that the series achieved international success. Ben helped to source financing for the show and sold it to a number of licensees worldwide, including popular streaming platform Netflix.He also masterminded the international tour with LiveNation and was involved in producing the Best Wishes, Warmest Regards: A Schitt's Creek Farewell documentary on Netflix.Ben died on Monday following a battle with pancreatic cancer, Deadline has confirmed. The producer received several awards during his long career, enjoying an Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2020 after previously receiving a nomination in 2019. Ben also went on to win a Golden Globe in 2021 and received a Producers Guild Award for Outstanding Producer of Episodic Television in the same year.Schitt’s Creek became a smash hit with Netflix users during the pandemic, as it made for heartwarming viewing during a time of isolation for many. The show’s cast includes father and son duo Eugene and Dan Levy, Home Alone’s Catherine O'Hara and Canadian actress Annie Murphy.Ben began his career at Warner Brothers before moving to William Morris to be a trainee agent.By 2006, he had moved to Anonymous Content and helped to found their enterprise and comedy divisions alongside acting as an agent for a number of stats and authors.The talented producer went on to make history early in his career when he pioneered the first-ever live-streamed event, which featured a

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Eamonn Holmes, 62, and former Strictly Come Dancing professional James Jordan, 44, have teamed up in order to educate others about the dangers of shingles after new research from GSK highlighted gaps in public awareness.The GSK-commissioned survey revealed that 48 per cent of participants incorrectly believed that they could catch shingles from someone else while four in 10 did not know that pain affecting a specific area of skin is a key feature of shingles.This is precisely what happened to both James and Eamonn, despite the pair developing the skin condition in different areas of their body.Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, Eamonn explained that he went to bed one day and woke up the next “looking like Quasimodo”.“My face was covered in blisters,” Eamonn continued. “I had absolutely no idea what it was.

Strictly Come Dancing star Ola Jordan has celebrated turning 40 by showing off her figure in a gorgeous red dress, but admitted she had “no idea” how she got into the frock.The British-Polish dancer celebrated the milestone birthday with a snap on social media as she smiled widely and raised her arms up.Showing off her amazing curves in the figure-hugging dress, Ola added some gold heels and looked as glamorous as ever with her blow-dried hair down.Read More:Former Strictly Come Dancing pro Kevin Clifton predicts Molly Rainford will winOla penned: “The big 40!!! Can’t quite believe I managed to get into this dress but I’m hoping it will distract from the number behind!!!“Thanks so much to all of you gorgeous people who’ve been sending me happy birthday wishes. I have had an amazing weekend thanks to my wonderful hubby James Jordan, my family and my friends.“The hangover is real today let me tell you.

@TheFash1988 is ready to score! #DancingOnIce @ITV pic. twitter. com/VQ6DnvRT7L— Dancing on Ice (@dancingonice) October 4, 2022He said: “I’m so excited to be a part of Dancing On Ice.

FORMER Strictly pro Joanne Clifton has hit back at Craig Revel Horwood's 'unfair' comments after he savaged Ellie Taylor's Paso Doble on Saturday night. Glitterball winner Jo analysed Ellie and Johannes Radebe's routine on last night's It Takes Two alongside host Rylan Clark.

Strictly Come Dancing alongside Len Goodman, Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Tonioli from 2004 to 2009 before her shock departure.The dancing legend has taken to Twitter to agree with former show professional James Jordan, 44, who shared his opinion this weekend over how much the BBC hit show has "changed".James originally took to Twitter over the weekend to commentate on the show, however he was unable to watch Saturday's show live due to celebrating his wife Ola Jordans 40th birthday.He however, wrote in view of his 320,500 Twitter followers his opinion on Sunday night's results show.He said: "Oh my how Strictly has changed."Arlene agreed with James' statement in view of her 99,800 followers, simply replying: "So much in every way."Many social media users rushed to the comments to share their view on the show and its changes with many agreeing with Jams and Arlene.Chrissey23 said: "I agree. Watched it from day one and was so disappointed in the change."I’m not bothered about two women or men together.

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional James Jordan sparked a debate after he exclaimed: "Oh my how Strictly has changed." James, who regularly gives his verdicts on the performances, spoke out minutes into the start of last night's results show.

Dan Walker, 45, who competed on Strictly Come Dancing last year, reacted to Kaye Adams' awkward moment following her exit with Kai Widdrington last night.The 59-year-old failed to win over three of the four judges with her Charleston routine in the dance-off against Matt Goss and Nadiya Bychkova.Following her final moment on the show, the Loose Women star experienced an awkward moment back at the hotel.She tweeted: "Just ordered room service in my hotel."The nice lady who brought it asked me ‘any idea who went out of @bbcstrictly tonight?’ I said ‘me’ awkward silence."Agreeing with Kaye, Dan replied saying the encounter sounded like "major league awkwardness".Amanda Owen admits split from Clive has been ‘release of pressure'However, he went on to tell the presenter that he enjoyed watching her on the show, adding: "I hope you made some good friends and have some lovely memories."Reflecting on her time on the dance floor, Kaye went on to tweet: "Well, it was a much shorter journey than I'd hoped for but a journey all the same!"I'll be talking more about it all on @bbcstrictly It Takes Two tomorrow and on the podcast when I've had more time to process it all, but right now I want to say a massive thank you to @Kaiwidd."She went on to call the 27-year-old dancer an "absolute gent" who made her "two left feet" into dancing ones.The Loose Women panellist added: "I'm just sorry we didn't get to dance together longer."And to my Strictly family.

Ola Jordan looked sensational as she celebrated her 40th birthday over the weekend and took to Instagram to mark the special occasion. MORE: Ola & James Jordan's Strictly verdict: 'There's no way Tony Adams is going home tonight'The former Strictly Come Dancing professional showed off her stunning figure in a bright red dress with a plunging neckline while posing in front of rose gold-coloured 40th birthday balloons. WATCH: James and Ola Jordan do fun crafts with toddler EllaThe caption read: "The big 40!!!"Can't quite believe I managed to get into this dress but I'm hoping it will distract from the number behind!!!" she wrote, adding a laughing crying emoji. "Thanks so much to all of you gorgeous people who’ve been sending me happy birthday wishes. I have had an amazing weekend thanks to my wonderful hubby @jamesjordan1978, my family and friends.

Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke, 57, and Hannah tied the knot at Cliveden House Hotel in 2017 after admitting it was love at first sight for him.The couple managed to keep their big day under wraps with only limited loved ones in attendance and no reception in the evening.The Strictly jude said the couple settled for a small wedding, an afternoon tea and then went back home to bed. He told Hello! Magazine: "Some people like a huge celebration, but I didn't feel comfortable with that because it's a very intimate moment and I just wanted to get married to Hannah."The couple met at a party back in 2012 and got together shortly after.In the same year as their wedding, his wife fell pregnant with twins three months into IVF treatment.Richard Gere's mortality fears as he hopes to live to see kids grow upOn March 30, she gave birth to their daughter Henrietta and son George.Anton's wife has been open about her struggles with conceiving in recent years.Speaking to Lorraine Kelly in 2021, Hannah spilled that she told the dancer about her battle with endometriosis pretty early on.She explained: "The problem with me is, it's quite hard to hide."It was one of those things where on a monthly basis, I looked like I was six months pregnant."Hannah suffered from swelling which often resulted in people asking her if she was expecting.Sitting by her side, Anton added: "It's one of those perverse things endometriosis, where if you're a woman who wants to have children and you have endometriosis and you find you can't have children, then the bloating looks like you're pregnant."People are like, 'Oh marvellous, you must be so delighted,' it's sort of compounded somehow."'Part of dwarfism' James Jordan corrected after Ellie Simmonds

Helen Skelton may have had her confidence shaken in her marriage split but she showed dazzling form on the opening show – and pro partner Gorka Marquez is urging her to “believe she can do it”. The Countryfile presenter, 38, was devastated earlier this year when husband of eight years Richie Myler ended their relationship. And then, in the week she made her Strictly debut, the rugby league player referred to his new girlfriend as his “family”.

Strictly Come Dancing, where he is paired with Nadia Bychkova.He is best known, however, for being the front man of eighties group Bros, which he founded with his friend Craig Logan and twin brother Luke Goss.MORE: Strictly Come Dancing star Matt Goss reveals heartache ahead of new seriesThe group was phenomenally successful, selling approximately 16 million records worldwide. After they split up back in 1992, however, the brothers' careers and lives went in different directions.While Matt continued singing, and performed in Las Vegas, his brother took a surprising path.WATCH: Matt and Luke Goss discuss Bros comebackLuke went on to become a Hollywood actor.

Strictly Come Dancing episodes. After every couple performs, James also gives his feedback and offers a score out of 10, similar to what the judges on the BBC show do.

Strictly Come Dancing co-stars, dance pro Nikita Kuzmin and his celeb partner Ellie Simmonds.The Spanish dancer, 32, reshared a sweet snap of the partnership ahead of the second week of the show.In view of his 703,000 followers, Gorka voiced his support for Nikita and Ellia.The Strictly pro reposted a picture of the duo which paralympian Ellie has shared to her stories.In the pic, Nikita affectionately had his arm around Elie's shoulder as she beamed while hugging him around his waist.The swimming champion also revealed that the Spaniard was the one who took a snap of the sweet moment.Ellie wrote: "@gorka_marquez bringing out his incredible camera...

Strictly Come Dancing in 2006.The stunning 40-year-old who is married to pro dancer James, was known to keep her dance partners on their toes as she trained them to perfection.Although Ola and James have now both departed from the show, it hasn't stopped the pair from being the centre of attention as the press have questioned what goes on between the couple behind closed doors and between the sheets.READ MORE: Helen Skelton says she's signed up for Strictly to 'smile' again after marriage splitWith the new series of Strictly underway, Daily star has taken a look into Ola's sex confessions.In 2016, Ola appeared on ITV's popular reality series I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!Once she was evicted from the show, the blonde bombshell made sure she wasted no time getting reacquainted with her husband James who she married in 2003.Sharing details on what she did after she was booted off, Ola said: "I had a bath, a proper scrub, then had a shower, to wash it all off. And we had a kiss and a cuddle.Outspoken James then added: "It only took two minutes."Ola replied: "A lady never tells, but we have a very healthy relationship."She later added: "Missing James was the hardest part.

Sylvester Stallone's wife Jennifer Flavin, 54, filed for divorce in August reportedly citing "intentional dissipation" of marital assets.