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NAGA Munchetty left Bradley Walsh speechless with a cheeky quip she made on The Chase. Naga, 47, joined celebrities Brendan Cole, Amanda Byram and Adam Thomas to take part in the hit game show and raise money for a chosen charity. Naga took on Mark ‘The Beast’ Labbett but before she got started Bradley quizzed the star on her career in broadcast journalism.

BBC Breakfast’s Naga Munchetty admitted she “enjoys” the fact that The Chase’s Bradley Walsh “wakes up to her” each morning in a cheeky quip.During Saturday’s visit to the ITV studios, Bradley Walsh welcomed a slew of new contestants onto the show – but this time there was a celebrity twist. The former Coronation Street star introduced Brendan Cole, Amanda Byram, Adam Thomas and Naga onto the show in a bid to raise money for their chosen charity.

Coronation Street star introduced Brendan Cole, Naga Munchetty, Amanda Byram and Adam Thomas onto the show in an attempt to raise money for their chosen charity. And the show got off to a great start when the Total Wipeout star managed to add £5,000 to the joint jackpot after beating Mark ‘The Beast’ Labbett in the intense one-to-one round.But the show quickly turned to chaos when the soap star struggled to correctly answer one question in the high-pressure lightening round.

READ MORE: The hidden tunnels and bunkers that were Manchester's 'best kept secret' From Belle Vue to The Water Place: Manchester's lost attractions and what they became While some contestants failed to impress with their footwork, others went on to become exceptional dancers. Below are all of the celebrities who have lifted the glitterball trophy, their professional partners and their most memorable moments. Who is your all-time favourite Strictly winner? Let us know in the comments section below.

FORMER Strictly star Brendan Cole gave fans more than they bargained for as he prepared for surgery on a hernia. The dancing champ, 45, couldn't resist a cheeky selfie before entering theatre.

Dancing on Ice star Connor Ball is still suffering from pain three months after injuring himself while taking part in the ITV competition.The 25-year-old star has revealed he's concerned the injuries he's suffered could be permanent.Fans will remember that he was left bleeding after slicing his leg open in a horrific show accident.He took a tumble with partner Alexandra Schauman's blade going into his leg.Connor needed urgent medical attention and required stitches.The Vamps bass player told The Sun: "I am always injured. I have scars, still, and my leg is pretty dead.

Brendan Cole has teased that he only stood up for his Strictly Come Dancing partners if he liked them. The 46-year-old was one of the pro dancers on the BBC ballroom show for many years and got a bit of a reputation for answering back to the judges after they'd dished out their critiques.Speaking on Celebrity Catchphrase he explained that he liked to stand up for his famous partners after they had worked hard to produce routines for each show.But he admitted that if he wasn't that keen on his partner, he let the panel have their say."When you are on a show like Strictly you work very very hard to perfect this performance and you want the best for your partner," he said."If they give her a bit of stick you want to support them and stand up for them.

DANCING On Ice star Vanessa Bauer has told for the first time how she was suicidal after battling eating disorders from the age of seven. As a teen she was one of Germany’s best Olympic skating hopes — but grew obsessed with her weight after cruel coaches branded her a “fat cow”. By the age of 15 Vanessa was trapped in a vicious circle which saw her make herself vomit up to eight times a day in a desperate attempt to stay skinny.

Brendan Cole certainly had an exciting weekend as the former Dancing on Ice star tuned in for the Monaco Grand Prix with his wife, Zoe, and some friends.READ: Dancing on Ice's Brendan Cole: Inside his relationship with wife ZoeAlthough the group-of-four opted to stay at their Spanish home rather than head out to watch the race live, they were happy with their decision as they basked in the sunshine instead of the rain clouds that were over Monaco. They also kicked back with some glasses of wine as they relaxed on a set of rattan furniture, which included a sofa and a coffee table.WATCH: Brendan Cole dances with his daughter in rare videoBrendan and his wife looked very loved-up in the snap, as they cuddled up to one another, and Zoe rested an arm on his knee.READ: Brendan Cole breaks silence after losing Dancing on Ice final to Regan GascoigneMORE: Brendan Cole shares big update on his children with heartwarming video of daughterIn his caption, he wrote: "Great day! @thezoec0le Team #F1 party.

Love Island boss Mike Spencer says he would "love" to make an "all-star" series of the dating show that features former contestants from past series.Participating in an Ask Me Anything session on forum site Reddit, Executive Producer Mike Spencer was asked if he would ever bring back Celebrity Love Island.Though he wasn't keen on reviving the old format, he did offer an alternative... which might be an even better option for fans.For those not in the know, Celebrity Love Island was the original format of the dating show and was a big hit on TV from 2005 to 2006 – but then fizzled out.It starred the likes of Paul Danan, Bianca Gascoigne, Calum Best, Brendan Cole and Shane Lynch – but only lasted for two seasons in total.Producer Mike doesn't seem keen on the idea of a celebrity version of the popular dating show returning though but did offer a potential alternative.

Former Hollyoaks actor Lee Otway looks completely unrecognisable seventeen years on from his iconic role on the soap. Fans of the soap will remember that Lee took on the role of dim-witted Bombhead, who shared an unbreakable bromance with Lee Hunter before packing his bags to join the circus. After four years playing the popular character, Lee, now 40, left Hollyoaks in 2005 - and while he has worked steadily in the entertainment industry since, fans will be surprised to see his transformation now.

ITV Dancing On Ice star Vanessa Bauer is in a new relationship, according to reports. Vanessa has been pictured cosying up to a mystery man in sunny Malibu. Vanessa split from her boyfriend Rory McCall last year.

ONE very famous Dancing On Ice star looks unrecognisable in a childhood throwback - but can you guess who it is? This particular skater is still riding high after coming second on the latest series with her celebrity partner Brendan Cole. That's right, that sweet little girl is Vanessa Bauer, now 25.

Strictly Come Dancing in 2012, just five days after she had competed in the London Olympics.The sports star has recalled the experience exclusively to Express.co.uk while also discussing how "clumsy" she was on the show.Victoria was partnered with professional dancer Brendan Cole who just took part in ITV's Dancing on Ice.Talking about a funny memory, she said: "Honestly, the pair of us were just really clumsy."It was really funny, just always tripping over or slipping over."During the Quickstep, I had to run up a couple of stairs and I fell down at the last minute on some cases that were part of the stage set."In rehearsals, Brendan hit on my skirt and I tripped on the stairs but in the performance, he tripped over at the last minute, and then pretended it didn’t happen.She continued: "We just smiled and tried to ignore it. We were both just having trouble with stairs that day."I had a big bruise on my shin from tripping over my own skirt but it was funny that Brendan then did it."I kept telling them to make my dresses smaller as I was only small and short and I couldn't walk in them."The Strictly pair made it to week eight of the show, before being eliminated after their rendition of the Salsa.Express.co.uk also asked Victoria if she had met up with Brendan since they finished competing on the BBC show.She recalled: "Well, occasionally.

Dancing on Ice since he won the ITV show last month.

Strictly Come Dancing in 2012, just a mere five days after she had competed in the London Olympics.The sports star was partnered with notoriously outspoken pro Brendan Cole, and has recalled exclusively to Express.co.uk about their "strange" reunion.The couple made it to week eight of the show, before being eliminated for their rendition of the Salsa.Brendan recently took part in this year's Dancing on Ice, finishing second on the show, with Regan Gasgoigne taking first place.Victoria was asked if she had met up with Brendan since they finished competing on the BBC show.She recalled: "Well, occasionally. We still text and see how each of us are doing, how's the family..."It’s strange as when I moved to Oxfordshire, we lived, literally, in neighbouring villages and he invited me over for food a couple times."I saw him here, there and everywhere.So, yes we occasionally catch up."Victoria also recalled how "clumsy" the pair were together when they were on the show.She said: "Honestly, the pair of us were just really clumsy."It was really funny, just always tripping over or slipping over."During the Quickstep, I had to run up a couple of stairs and I fell down at the last minute on some cases that were part of the stage set.She continued: "In rehearsals, Brendan hit on my skirt and I tripped on the stairs, but in the performance, he tripped over at the last minute, and then pretended it didn’t happen."We just smiled and tried to ignore it.

A post shared by Ben Foden (@ben_foden)"It’s taken me all over the world and I feel privileged to say it’s given me friendships and a family I can always depend on."To everyone who has been part of this journey with me, thank you for everything!"Ben continued: "Rugby really is a wonderful game and has certainly enriched my life."I promise to always, (wherever possible) give back to the game I loved playing so much."But despite ending one chapter in his life, the sportsman told how he was looking forward to future career opportunities.Ben wrote: "Excited for the next chapter in my life and what’s around the corner."Finally thank you Dad for making this incredible journey possible."Foden 15 out," he ended his post, alongside the hashtags #retired #rugby #saints #sharks #rooster #England.The star was soon inundated with messages of support from his celebrity friends.Lorriane presenter Ria Hebden wrote: "So proud of you Ben, what an inspiration."While Strictly Come Dancing star Brendan Cole penned: "Mate.

Brendan Cole has revealed his "bad boy persona" on Strictly Come Dancing was a result of BBC manipulation following his success on Dancing on Ice.The professional dancer, 45, has spoken out about what life was like for the professional ballroom dancer during his 15-year career on the beloved TV show.But after the New Zealand native completed the 14th series of the ITV show, he has lifted the lid on how he was portrayed on the ballroom dancing series.In a tell-all interview with The Sun, the dad-of-two insisted that BBC bosses only showed one side of his personality, with a heavy focus on his fiery competitive nature.Brendan told the publication how the ITV show has given him the opportunity to show “the real me and complained that he was forced to play a “tiring” character by former producers on Strictly.He said: “I came on Dancing on Ice hoping to show people that Strictly only showed one side of me."They pushed the narrative for 15 series and it was tiring. That’s actually not me.

Regan Gascoigne and Karina Manta have been crowned the winners of Dancing On Ice 2022 .

Dancing on Ice 2021 winner Sonny Jay has revealed what Jane Torvill and Christopher Dean are like off camera.The Capital FM host won the 2021 series of the popular ITV skating show last year alongside his pro skating partner Angela Egan.Reigning champ Sonny spoke exclusively to Daily Star ahead of the grand final of this year's series, offering his hot take on world renowned figure skating duo Torvill and Dean, who sit on the judging panel of the show.The final took place on Sunday, March 27 and millions of viewers watched Regan Gascoigne beat Kimberley Walsh and Brendan Cole to become the 2022 winner.When asked about what it was like to dance in front of Torvill and Dean week on week, Sonny admitted it was "surreal" as he knew how iconic the skating "legends" are.However, that didn't stop him from teasing Jane that she was flirting with him when he saw them in the studio.Sonny said: "[It's a] bit surreal to be honest because you know how amazing they are and you know how much they’ve achieved and you know how the reason that show exists is really because of them. So you do really want to impress them."The thing I loved about them so much is I just had a laugh with them everytime I saw them.

DANCING on Ice fans were left furious with last night's "boring" final as the judges doled out maximum high scores across the board. Regan Gascoigne romped to victory with professional partner Karina Manta in Sunday's grand finale. But fans hit out at the show after the judges awarded all three dancers - Kimberly Wyatt, Regan and Brendan Cole - full marks for all their routines.