Anton Du Beke: Last News

Strictly Come Dancing star Samantha Quek's husband Thomas Mairs has been cheering her all the way since she started on the hit show - to the extent that he's been berating the judges.The millionaire property mogul and TV star (more on that later) has regularly been posting about the BBC dance contest branding Anton Du Beke "harsh" for giving wife Sam his second-lowest score of the night last month.Tom, 38, even joked about the show's famous curse, which has seen a number of relationships crumble. Before her partner was announced he wrote: "Here’s hoping she gets Johannes as her partner." On learning it was ripped Ukrainian dancer Nikita Kuzmin, he added sarcastically: "Thank goodness! I was worried she’d get someone young, tanned, muscley and unbelievably handsome." As TV host and field hockey player Sam, 35, takes to the Strictly dance floor again tonight, we take a look at their life, relationship - and Tom's unusual path to his fortune.

Gorka Marquez has been flooded with praise from Strictly Come Dancing fans after jumping to the defence of his dance partner Dr Punam Krishan.

Strictly Come Dancing fans said they 'had a feeling' Tasha Ghouri would be the constant to get the first 10s of the series as the moment left her in tears.

Strictly Come Dancing fans appeared just as distracted as Anton Du Beke when it came to Gorka Marquez's appearance in the ballroom this weekend.

Giovanni Pernice has confirmed his next stint in the UK after making a huge announcement alongside his former Strictly Come Dancing co-star.

Giovanni Pernice shared 'breaking news' with fans as he confirmed he was reuniting with one of his friends and former Strictly Come Dancing co-stars.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice has revealed a massive 2025 tour with Anton du Beke. Despite rumours that the Sicilian pro was leaving the UK for good after announcing his participation in Italian dance show Ballando con le Stelle, he has now confirmed a 2025 tour with Anton, entitled Together Again.

Karen Hauer was seen hiding her face as Paul Merson failed to hold back in his thoughts about his dance-off experience on Strictly Come Dancing.

Sarah Hadland has told how if her latest Strictly Come Dancing performance had gone wrong it 'wouldn't have been acceptable' as she felt the pressure to pay tribute to acting legend Dame Maggie Smith.

Chris McCausland has poured water over fans' concerns that one of his Strictly Come Dancing co-stars had made a pointed dig amid their exit from the show.

Toyah Wilcox has shared a message with her online followers after she was accused of making a dig at Strictly Come Dancing co-star Chris McCausland.

Strictly Come Dancing star Neil Jones was showing signs of being 'mortified' as he and Toyah Wilcox became the latest couple to leave the competition.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left open-mouthed when Toyah Wilcox seemingly took a dig at Chris McCausland. The singer appeared on It Takes Two for her first interview since being eliminated from the content with dance partner Neil Jones.

EastEnders' Jamie Borthwick, who plays Jay Brown on the soap, might be in a bit of a pickle on Strictly Come Dancing, according to a body language expert.The 30-year-old actor and his professional dance partner Michelle Tsiakkas have been wowing both the audience and judges with their stunning performances. Their recent routine to Elton John's hit I'm Still Standing bagged them an impressive score of 30, with the judges showering them with compliments. However, body language guru Darren Stanton, speaking for Betfair Slingo, has predicted that Jamie and Michelle could be the next couple facing the chop due to technical issues.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left baffled after spotting a "toilet door left open" in live audience on BBC.

Karen Hauer has shared a message about surviving the second dance-off of Strictly Come Dancing's 2024 series alongside celebrity dance partner Paul Merson.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left “disappointed” after making one realisation about Chris McCausland on this year’s show. Since making his debut on the Strictly dance floor last month, comedian Chris, who is partnered with Dianne Buswell, has become a favourite among viewers at home thanks to his quick wit and incredible moves - some even revealed that they’d been brought to tears after seeing him impress the judges. However, despite winning over viewers of the show, some fans have said that they’ve been left upset after speculating that Chris may not be joining the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour for one particular reason.

Toyah Wilcox has shared the 'most valuable thing' she's taking away from the show after becoming the second contestant to leave Strictly Come Dancing.

Sarah Hadland's move in the closing moment of her latest performance on Strictly Come Dancing left viewers 'choked up' while dance partner Vito Coppola has since shared more emotional details.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left scratching their heads tonight as judge Anton Du Beke unveiled a dramatic new look for the show's movie-themed week.The 59 year old Strictly icon gave us major Blue Steel vibes with his transformation into super model Derek Zoolander, Ben Stiller's character from the hit film Zoolander. However, not everyone caught on to the homage straight away - some viewers were convinced they were seeing former Strictly pro Brendan Cole on their screens! One viewer shared a laugh on X, formerly Twitter: "I need everyone to know that my mum thought Anton Du Beke was Brendan Cole.

Strictly Come Dancing fans did a double-take tonight as judge Anton Du Beke unveiled a striking makeover. The 59 year old Strictly stalwart channelled his inner Blue Steel, transforming into Derek Zoolander, Adam Sandler's iconic character from the hit film Zoolander.