Ex Strictly judge Arlene Phillips 'always knew' Anton Du Beke would fit perfectly into job

Strictly Come Dancing contestant Tony Adams had already been amusing fans since the moment of his Full Monty performance, when he strutted on the stage topless in just a pair of red sequin shorts.The routine had been branded "entertaining" rather than technically competent by Shirley Ballas, but that didn't change the fact that the former footballer has his fans' full support as he grapples with his moves - and some were in stitches when he posted his latest dance mishap. "I'm not sure how @craigrevel and @shirleyballas would have marked this from rehearsals!" Tony joked to his 157,000 Instagram followers as he shared a snippet from his routine."Come ON, I clearly nailed the New Yorker," he reasoned with fans, before Katya laughingly corrected that it was called "the New York"."Kat does her best to replace the @mattgoss bum slap in her own inimitable style: What a Saturday!" Tony exclaimed, referring to the part of their act when pro dancer Katya Jones stood behind him and rhythmically slapped his bottom several times.He added in explanation of the blunder: "[She] tells me I went off too quick - so excited to channel my inner Des Lynam and David Coleman!"Thanking fans for their "love and support", he concluded: "Really so thrilled to still be in this extraordinary show: bring on spoooooky times and halloween." (sic)@sherriesilver laughed: "This bum of yours has gone through a lot! Slapped every week!"@harrysurplus excused the moment when Tony fell down with his legs in the air, and assured him the judges would have loved his performance, quipping: "I’m sure it would have been 10s all round Tony."However, @jjwooley argued: "I thought they were harsh this week and the full Monty week - talked all about the comedy yet you

Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse, 41, has been mischievously described as a "diva" for having an entourage backstage to do her hair and makeup. Meanwhile, sidestepping the criticism, the star posted a photo of herself and fellow female judge Shirley Ballas, marvelling that the anniversary special was "an interesting show"."Girls just want to have fun @ShirleyBallas!!" Motsi captioned the photo of the pair of them, as she showed off her bright red sequin dress and an attention-grabbing red lipstick to match.However, Craig has already hit back that the incredible makeup she models during the shows is the result of a hard-working team of six.“Motsi’s got six people in her dressing room doing the make-up, the lipstick, the eyes, the false eyelashes, her hair, her dress.She’s a diva," Craig exclaimed.Meanwhile, he insisted to the Sun: "I have no one...

Bublé in the building! The Dancing With the Stars contestants performed to music by Michael Bublé during the Monday, October 24, episode.

KYM Marsh was spotted looking emotional after a difficult week on Strictly Come Dancing. The TV star attempted to keep a low profile as she visibly fought back tears after a difficult weekend on the BBC Dancing competition. The former Hear'Say singer was seen looking downcast as she left her hotel in London in a tracksuit with a make-up free face.

WHEN Hamza Yassin was named as the 13th contestant on this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, many asked: “Who?” But now the shy wildlife photographer and presenter has captured the hearts of the nation, with head judge Shirley Ballas telling him on Saturday night: “You make our hearts sing, you make everybody smile.” And even the usually waspish Craig Revel Horwood admitted last night: “My goodness, you are a fantastic dancer.” His star moments on Strictly — a light-footed foxtrot in week one that was praised by the judges and marked Hamza out as a contender, and his electrifying salsa in week four that blew the roof off the ballroom bagging him the highest score of the series so far — hurtled him ahead of the much more well-known celebs. But it has not always been easy to get to the top of the leaderboard three times.

Jayde Adams has become the fourth star to leave Strictly Come Dancing.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were not impressed with the BBC centenary special this evening. The dance competition honoured the occasion with routines to classic BBC theme songs and references to popular shows.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were left furious at head judge Shirley Ballas this evening over 'inconsistent scoring’. Viewers branded her ‘jealous’ after she gave Kym Marsh low scores once again and many called for the 62-year-old to go.

ACID-tongued Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has branded Motsi Mabuse “a diva” in an outspoken interview. The Aussie choreographer, 57, also claimed that Anton Du Beke, 56, has a “big head” since winning a National Television Award for his role. He added former co-star Bruno Tonioli, 66, would have liked to have left with “more of a fanfare” and insists that head judge Shirley Ballas is not sexist.

THE MASKED Dancer fans were in shock as Bruno Tonioli was unmasked as Pearly King. The spin-off to The Masked Singer has kept everyone guessing for weeks, and tonight the answers were finally revealed.  The final saw the three masked celebrities remaining, Scissors, Onomatopoeia and Pearly King, dance to be crowned the winner. But unfortunately, Pearly King was pipped at the final and was given the boot by the judges.

Matt Goss, 54, was the third contestant to be voted off Strictly Come Dancing last weekend, with the singer in tears as he heard the judges' choice. As the singer recorded his new Christmas single The Beautiful Unknown, Matt took some time to speak to Express.co.uk about the judges' "harsh" scoring, due to his "improvement" week to week.Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton du Beke make up this year's Strictly judging panel and have been met with criticism this year due to their scoring.Express.co.uk asked Matt what he thought of the judges' scores, with the Bros singer admitting: "I think if I'm improving maybe the scores should reflect that."But I don't want to be that guy who moans about my scores.

Anton Du Beke, 56, who worked as a professional dancer on the show since it began in 2004, revealed that after his co-star Brendan Cole, 46, was cut from the show he feared for his own place, saying he never took it for granted or a given that he was going to be invited back the following year.The admission came when Anton appeared on an episode of Lorraine back in 2018.Speaking to the Glaswegian presenter, Anton said that Brendan’s exit from the show came as a complete shock, hinting that it had been an “editorial decision” by BBC bosses.In fact, Anton only found out that Brendan was leaving the show after Brendan himself appeared on Lorraine to drop the bombshell.“[I was] stunned,” Anton said to Lorraine.“It was one of the saddest things I've watched on telly. I was heartbroken for him, for me a little bit as well, I'm going to miss him enormously.

Shirley Ballas, 62, posted a picture of her and Motsi Mabuse, 41, on social media laughing away on the most recent Strictly Come Dancing live show, Motsi was quick to reciprocate Shirley’s affirmation, sharing on her own social media page that she hoped there would be “many years of laughing” to come.The pair’s public display of affection comes soon after some members of the public called for Shirley to be removed from the panel after she was accused of preferring male celebrity dancers to women.Shirley and Motsi’s friendship was plain to see after Shirley posted the following to her 81,700 followers on Twitter: “Cherry on the cake @MOTSI_MABUSE we laughed so much yesterday.“Brilliant lady, love sitting next to you.“You are a star x @bbcstrictly.”In response to Shirley’s high praise, Motsi was not short of admiration for her fellow judge.Replying to the tweet, Motsi wrote to her 76,500 followers: “With my dearest @ShirleyBallas.To many years of laughing like this.”Sharing their friendship online, it was clear that despite speculation, many fans of Strictly want the panel to remain exactly how it is.User Ioana Vladoi wrote: “Love you both! You just bring so much happiness every Saturday.”And Jackie Carreira also added: “You two make me wish I was in your gang!”With many calling the pair “friendship goals,” there was one disgruntled Twitter user who shared his option on Shirley’s judging style.User Charlie Smorley commented: “Why are you giving Matt Goss low score he so doing very well and giving who are really rubbish at dancing higher score for don’t make sense.“You used to be my favourite Judge but I’ve seen a nasty side to you and I’m very disappointed in you shouldnt be on the show anymore ROOD.” (sic)Replying to the

Strictly critics pointed out that this year's edition of the show, for the first time ever, contains two same sex pairings, a diverse range of bodyshapes and a Paralympian with dwarfism. Now Anton Du Beke, 56, has hit back at claims that the show has "gone woke", insisting that Strictly has simply evolved to reflect modern times. Speaking from the red carpet, Anton declared firmly: "Strictly hasn't gone woke — it's modern."The show is going from strength to strength and is a reflection of all the people who watch the show.

Katya Jones, 33, gave fans on social media a candid update on her concerns over preparations for Strictly Come Dancing, ahead of this week's live show.The professional dancer took to Instagram last night to share a glimpse of her and Arsenal legend Tony Adams' break amid a busy rehearsal schedule.Posting a video in full view of her 212,000 followers, Katya admitted it had been an "intense" day, as she rested on the floor of a rehearsal studio next to Tony.Panning the camera towards Tony’s face as he grinned broadly, Katya began: “It’s a bit intense today, isn’t it?”Tony then interrupted while still making a funny face and quoting the late Hollywood actor Humphrey Bogart: “In all the towns in all the world, you have to come into my studio,” said the former footballer, before bursting into laughter.Looking confused, Katya insisted: “It’s been intense today, that’s all I’m going to say.”Katya then panned the camera back to her, before zooming into one of her eyes, while pulling a terrified expression.Progressively zooming in more as she looked intensely into the lens, Katya added: “Fear in those eyes, look!”Last week's live show saw Tony apologise for swearing after he got lost in the moment following his successful American Smooth routine.After receiving praise from Craig Revel Horwood, Tony went to walk off before swearing when he realised he hadn't heard from Motsi Mabuse.He then apologised to presenter Claudia Winkleman for the blunder before breaking down as he reflected on the positive comments from the judges.It happened after he received some impressive feedback from the notoriously hard-to-please Craig, with the sporting legend shouting: "Oh s***".Following his own apology, he said he'd like to dedicate his dance,

STRICTLY judge Anton Du Beke has warned fans to expect shock dance-offs EVERY week. The 56-year-old says top-scoring celebs are at risk of an early exit because of the "fifth judge's votes". He says this year, more than any, has proved no one is safe.

Strictly Come Dancing star Tony Adams reveals he and professional partner Katya Jones had a huge argument ahead of Saturday night's live show.

The man behind a website which leaks the Strictly Come Dancing result each week has defended his decision to share the result before it airs on BBC One. The Strictly results show is recorded on Saturday night and aired almost 24 hours later, on Sunday evening.

is back just one night after their emotional Most Memorable Year Night, and this time took the celeb contestants back to their high school days with Prom Night!Disco hits, retro style and a whole lot of fun, Tuesday's Prom Night proved to be the perfect balance to Monday's heartstring-tugging theme and brought out the best from a number of talented couples.Host Tyra Banks and co-host Alfonso Ribeiro emceed the proceedings as stalwart judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Len Goodman, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli critiqued and scored the fun, high-energy performances.Here's a look at some of the best, most Prom-worthy routines of the night, and a breakdown of which celebs are already leading the pack as front runners in the race for the Mirrorball trophy.