Neil Jones: Strictly pro issues apology to ex Katya Jones after mocking her misfortune

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Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentFremantle has acquired a 70% stake in Italy’s Lux Vide, the prominent TV production company that has been steadily raising its standing in the international arena, most recently with the high-end TV series “Medici,” “Devils” and “Leonardo.”The long-gestating Lux Vide deal, which closed on Thursday, marks the latest acquisition by the expanding RTL-owned production and distribution giant. Fremantle, which has been on a buying spree, now owns or controls a panoply of independently operated production shingles across Europe, as well as in Israel, Australia and the U.S.Their stated goal is to invest and grow in the global scripted arena where, by their count, Fremantle delivered 81 scripted shows in 2021, including BBC One hit “The Responder,” HBO Max series “Lust,” from Sweden’s Miso Film, and Italian dystopian drama “Anna.” Previous Fremantle investments include acquiring the 12 former Nent Studios production labels in Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark (now rebranded This is Nice Group); Australian-American television production company Eureka Productions; U.K.-based Naked Entertainment; French label Kwai; and Israel’s Abot Hameiri, among others.The Lux purchase also marks Fremantle’s third acquisition of a production company in Italy, where the company already owns Wildside and The Apartment, the outfit behind Paolo Sorrentino’s Oscar-nominated “The Hand of God.” Fremantle also recently inked a pact with Italy’s Cinecittà involving the long-term rental of six sound stages at the iconic Rome studios.Founded in 1992 by Ettore Bernabei, who was a long-time former chief of Italian pubcaster RAI, Lux Vide has since been headed by his progeny, Matilde and Luca Bernabei.

Strictly Come Dancing favourite Katya Jones, 31, has issued an apology to fans after they presumed an elderly lady from a viral video she shared on Instagram was her great-grandmother.The Russian dancer said she was “sorry to disappoint” her 180,000 followers this evening after she sparked confusion with the slightly misleading inspirational post.It comes after Katya, who split from her estranged husband and fellow Strictly pro Neil Jones last year, shared a TikTok video of a great-grandmother who “gave her so much joy”.The clip was captioned by the original poster: “My grandgrandma is 108 and still loves art.”(sic)The elderly lady could be seen working on a mural outdoors in the heartwarming video.Katya praised her and added: “This gives

Strictly Come Dancing professional Neil Jones, 38, is keen to dance with Meghan Markle, 39, after watching Suits during lockdown, in which she played paralegal Rachel Zane.The dancer acknowledged Prince Harry, 36, is a fan of the show after he made an appearance via video link, to send his friend and former soldier JJ Chalmers good luck last year.At the time, the Prince said of his friend: "I'm so genuinely proud.

In a post to his 231,000 followers, Neil wrote on his Instagram Stories: "At the moment times are really hard for everyone."We are not just worried about the pandemic but we are worrying about our lives, homes, jobs."So today I want to use my platform to help others."In a second snap, he continued: "I have many friends who need help but are embarrassed to ask until now because it really is affecting them.One fan wrote: "Can i book a private dance session, but just watch you dance?"I haven't done tap, modern, or ballet since i was about 12 (sic)?"The Strictly star was quick to respond, saying: "Haha ok."Another commented: "Excited for my lesson with you on Tuesday."

Strictly Come Dancing star Katya Jones has shared a rare photo of her brother on social media, and we can't get over how similar they look – they're practically twins! MORE: Karen Hauer is major fitspo in her flattering workout shorts and slogan hoodieTaking part in a fan Q&A on Instagram, the Russian dancer was asked: "Are you the eldest in your family?"Responding with a photo that featured her older sibling, Katya wrote: "No, my brother is four years older.

 STRICTLY star Neil Jones’ ex has found love again — just a month after splitting from the dancer. Colombian Luisa Eusse, 24, wanted by immigration officials over an expired visa, is now in a relationship with Brit skateboarder Joshua Mayson.

Neil Jones, 38, has become a fan favourite after finding fame on the BBC show.

In the post, the cheeky star said: "I hope my neighbours don't mind seeing me naked."He later followed up the post with a video as he spoke of the messages he had received from fans questioning whether he was really naked below the camera.Neil explained in a second video: "People are asking me if I'm actually naked."He then joked: "I'm not fully naked... I'm wearing a hat silly ."The Strictly star then went on to lie on the ground as he made a snow angel, saying: "Because you all asked here you go....