Arlene Phillips: Last News

Dame Arlene Phillips may have turned 80 this year, but she certainly isn't slowing down anytime soon - and still boasts a myriad of unlikely pals.The Strictly Come Dancing legend has revealed to OK! that she has a 'close relationship' with DJ Naughty Boy, real moniker Shahid Khan, after appearing on I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here together in 2021. Appearing on the ITV show alongside other stars such as Richard Madeley and Frankie Bridge, Arlene now reveals: "I’m still close with everyone I did the show with, we’ve got a WhatsApp group.

Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman sadly passed away earlier this year at the age of 78. The professional dancer was only days away from turning 79 when he died unexpectedly.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has paid tribute to the late Len Goodman, deeming the former judge a “legend. ” Goodman, who served as head judge for both Strictly and its American counterpart Dancing with the Stars, passed away on April 22 at the age of 78 after a battle with bone cancer. Pernice, who debuted on the series in 2015 and won the Glitterball Trophy in 2021, paid an emotional tribute to the former judge in an interview with OK! Magazine, saying: “My memory of Len Goodman is the same one as everybody has, a legend.

Strictly Come Dancing together - and Arlene has admitted her world fell apart after the devastating news that he'd died on Saturday aged 78. The star, who previously said she'd turned down an opportunity to be contracted to the show no fewer than three times before Len stepped in and changed her mind, said they were the "perfect pairing". In an emotional tribute sent out to almost 100,000 Twitter followers, she wrote: "My heart is truly broken hearing the news today about @GrumpyLGoodman.

He only found fame in his 60s, taking part in a new Saturday night TV show for 2004, called Strictly Come Dancing. But as head judge on the hugely popular TV show, Len Goodman, who's sadly died from bone cancer in a Kent hospice aged 78, became known for his warm and quick-witted comments, as well as his score calling catchphrase, "Se-ven!" A regular and much-loved fixture on our TV screens for an incredible 14 series – alongside his fellow judges, Bruno Tonioli, Arlene Phillips and Craig Revel Horwood – the former professional dancer hung up his Strictly scoring paddles for the last time in 2016.

This Morning has been hit by 66 Ofcom complaints after Alison Hammond made some controversial comments during a row over rules and regulations in the theatre.The 48 year old presenter discussed the latest headlines with her co-host Dermot O'Leary, but became furious as she claimed she'd be "devastated" if she paid to attend a musical and was forced to leave part-way through or the performance was cut short. It comes as the police were called during a performance of new stage musical The Bodyguard, which is based on the Whitney Houston hit film of the same name, in Manchester.The authorities arrived at the theatre to break up a bust-up in the audience caused by certain attendees loudly singing along to the music.

Arlene Phillips has hit out at Alison Hammond after the This Morning presenter shared an apology following her recent comments about theatre performances. Alison, 48, came under fire following Friday's episode of This Morning, where she and co-host Dermot O'Leary, 49, as well as regular guest Vanessa Feltz, 60, debated whether it’s acceptable to sing along during musicals.

While most of us were tucked up scoffing chocolate eggs this weekend, there was a secret illegal rave taking over an industrial estate with more than 1,000 people in attendance. The event, which was known as EggTech, was a techno rave organised using coded messages.

Musical theatre fans have once again had their say on a topical debate following a recent incident in Manchester city centre. Social media users have responded after This Morning presenter Alison Hammond apologised for comments she made on the show regarding audience members singing during the performance of The Bodyguard at Palace Theatre.

Naman Ramachandran Australian stars Jason Donovan and Peter Andre will return to Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey’s iconic musical “Grease” at the Dominion Theatre in London’s West End following their acclaimed performances last year. Donovan will play the role of Teen Angel at some performances from Aug. 14-Oct. 28. Andre will play the roles of Vince Fontaine and Teen Angel at certain performances from Aug.29-Oct.19. Louise Redknapp will play Teen Angel from June 2-July 29, excluding Mondays. “Grease,” directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Arlene Phillips, follows the Burger Palace Boys and the Pink Ladies as they navigate the trials and tribulations of their senior year at Rydell High. Transfer student Sandy Dumbrowski speaks of her whirlwind summer romance with heartthrob Danny Zuko. Little does Sandy know that Danny’s also at Rydell High.

Strictly Come Dancing panel alongside Len Goodman and Craig Revel Horwood from 2004 until 2009. Arlene addressed the supposed advantage dance trained celebrities may have on the BBC show with the professional dancer saying all celebrities have a "real challenge" ahead of them.Prior to the start of the latest Strictly season, rumours spread about celebrities in the show lineup, who may have dance training.This included Helen Skelton who went to ballet school when she was younger and Kym Marsh who has training in theatre.Shutting down the criticism, Arlene said: "Everyones is aware when they go on Strictly that some people can dance and some people can't.

Strictly Come Dancing tradition, the cast and crew head up north for one week to perform at Blackpool's iconic Tower Ballroom. Arlene Phillips, 79, has said that during the earlier stages of the show when she was a judge, it was "not quite the glamour it is now".Elaborating, Arlene said she remembered being put up in a "promenade hotel" which was "neither very clean nor nice"."We could not believe it, we came to Blackpool and we were staying in a less than three star hotel."We laughed about it forever after but it was cold and horrible.That was with strictly – the very first time."They changed our hotel after that but we were like 'what is this going to be like?' There was nothing like the way it is now," she told the Daily Star online.Steph McGovern admits she 'starved' herself while on BBC BreakfastThe professional dancer said the show has since grown "in every way" and is "great to watch".One change she has picked up on over the years is the amount of time the judges get to critique. She added: "When I was there I felt like we were pushed and rushed.

Strictly Come Dancing panel alongside Len Goodman, Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Tonioli. As the dancer discussed her partnership with Wiltshire Farm Foods, Express.co.uk asked Arlene how she felt when the news broke of Bruno's departure from the show, with Anton Du Beke taking his position full-time.Anton took a permanent role on the judging panel this year alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Shirley Ballas.This comes after he covered for Bruno Tonioli last year when he took a break from the show due to travel limitations as he continued to judge on the US series, Dancing With the Stars.Express.co.uk asked Arlene if she was sad to see Bruno leave the show as he started on Strictly with her.She replied: "Was it sad Bruno was leaving? I don't think so.

Strictly Come Dancing panel alongside Len Goodman and Craig Revel Horwood from 2004 until 2009 and still shares her firm support for the BBC dance show. As the dancer discussed her partnership with Wiltshire Farm Foods, Express.co.uk asked Arlene what she thought of Anton Du Beke's permanent role on the judging panel.Anton took a permanent role on the judging panel this year alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Shirley Ballas.This comes after he covered for Bruno Tonioli last year when he took a break from the show due to travel limitations as he continued to judge on the US series Dancing With the Stars.Arlene was replaced on the BBC dance show in 2009 by Alesha Dixon.Express.co.uk asked Arlene what she thought about Anton's permanent judging role on the show.She revealed: "Oh I always thought Anton would make a good judge.

Strictly Come Dancing panel alongside Len Goodman and Craig Revel Horwood from 2004 until 2009. As the professional dancer discussed her partnership with Wiltshire Farm Foods, Arlene revealed whether she would ever return to Strictly as a judge.Arlene was replaced on the BBC dance show in 2009 by Alesha Dixon.Having been away from the show for many years and still being a huge fan, Express.co.uk asked Arlene if she would ever return.She replied: "It's not a question I would ever ask myself because it's not going to happen.So why even think about it?"However, I can say I loved the show and I loved being part of it and I do miss it."This comes after Arlene told The Mirror last year that she was never told why she was taken off Strictly.She revealed: "I gave myself 48 hours to kick, scream, cry and sob, and eat scones with cream and jam, then I made myself wake up and get on with it," she told the newspaper."I reflect and think, wow, I really didn’t ask the questions I needed to ask.

I'm a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! star Arlene Phillips has suggested that she would love to see Boy George enter the jungle. The pop icon is among the names rumoured to appear on the upcoming series of the show, and speaking at last night's (October 13) National Television Awards, Arlene seemed more than keen to see the star appear. "Seriously.

Martin Lewis, 50, as she admitted she regularly checks up on him, particularly with the nation's current financial pressure. As well as giving his advice to viewers on his show, he answers queries on ITV shows such as Good Morning Britain and This Morning.The presenter, who has partnered with Actimel this Autumn, praised the financial adviser for his work ethic and supporting her and others.She said: "That guy works so hard, we have such a good relationship."We try and meet for dinner about three times year because he is just so busy."He works tirelessly, he takes it on, he really really does.

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.

Naman Ramachandran The cast of “Grease The Musical” at London’s West End have dedicated the run of the show to Olivia Newton-John, who died on Monday.Newton-John was known for playing Sandy in the 1978 film and John Travolta played Danny Zuko. After Tuesday evening’s performance, Olivia Moore, who plays Sandy in the show’s current run, spoke to the audience against a giant backdrop of Newton-John.“Ladies and gentlemen, I am sure you have all heard the incredibly sad news that Olivia Newton-John passed away yesterday evening,” Moore said.“She of course played Sandy in the film and she is an icon who has inspired countless young performers across the world, especially all of us in this company.

Kate Garraway, 55, has been very open about her husband Derek Drapers journey since contracting Covid in March 2020.Things seemed to be getting better for the family, however, Kate had to take time away from Good Morning Britain after Derek took an "unexpected and frightening turn".The presenter has broken her silence on the situation and has confirmed her return to work after a three-week absence.Kate took to Instagram to share a sweet picture of her with her two children and Derek before he contracted Covid in 2020.She captioned the picture in view of her 1.1 million followers: "Thank you so so much for all your messages of support - they really do mean the world to me & the whole family."I have taken some time off @gmb @smoothradio & @garrawaysgoodatuff in the last three weeks as Derek’s health took an unexpected and frightening turn for the worse that landed him back in intensive care and fighting for his life - again."Thanks to the amazing NHS teams and his own extraordinary life force and spirit Derek -please God - is back on the right side of it now and I'm so looking forward to seeing you all back on @gmb from 6am tomorrow and @smoothradio - hopefully celebrating @lionesses #worldcup win! Love and see you in the morning!"Social media users and friends alike rushed to the comments to share their relief over the heartfelt update, with Derek's health improving.Co-star Susanna Reid said: "We love you Kate - so glad Derek is doing better - looking forward to watching you tomorrow morning."Arlene Phillips added: "Wishing Derek all the good health he needs to come to him."What a fighter, and you @kategarraway have shown the love, devotion and dedication needed to support him."Social media user welljell68 commented: "So