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Strictly Come Dancing 2022. Instead, Anton du Beke will take his place alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and head judge Shirley Ballas.

Strictly star Giovanni Pernice treated Anton Du Beke to a London lunch date on Wednesday to celebrate his 56th birthday.MORE: Exclusive: Giovanni Pernice on fitness, his BAFTA win, and learning BSL thanks to Rose Ayling-EllisBringing the birthday cheer, the professional dancer took Anton to an Italian restaurant in Covent Garden called '21' where the duo tucked into a celebratory meal.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice pays tribute to his 'leading lady'Taking to his Instagram Stories, the Sicilian-born star filmed snippets of their joyous outing. At one point, Giovanni made a hilarious tongue-in-cheek comment, poking fun at Anton's age.

Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway is actually turning 20 years old, and we can’t believe how young they looked. Over the past two decades, Ant McPartlin, 46, and Declan Donnelly, also 46, have left viewers in hysterics, from chaotic pranks with some of the world’s biggest stars, to iconic moments like the Geordie duo’s drag performance earlier this year.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has revealed that before he met his fiancé Jonathan Myring, he was regularly getting messages from people on the dating app Tinder because they wanted to meet the hunky younger professional dancers.The Australian ballroom dancer, 57, who recently got emotional when his family travelled over to the UK, has been a judge and staple on the BBC competition ever since it launched nearly two decades ago. He has seen pros come and go, and other original judge Bruno Tonioli recently announced his permanent departure, but Craig has remained on the panel throughout the hugely-popular show's run. Appearing on The Chris and Rosie Ramsey show on BBC2 with his partner Jonathan, Craig opened up on how they met.

Maisie Smith has shared the next role she will be starring in, since leaving EastEnders in December. The 20-year-old left her role as Tiffany Butcher on the BBC One soap to pursue new professional opportunities. Now, Maisie is joining forces with Strictly Come Dancing professional Kevin Clifton once again, after the duo danced together in the Children in Need special in 2019.

Bruno Tonioli has explained his reasons for leaving Strictly Come Dancing behind as the BBC show judge spoke out on the news fellow dancer Anton Du Beke will be replacing him permanently. Along with Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno is one of the original pros who sat on the panel for every season until 2020, when the panel was one down.  Anton, 55, then took over the 2021 season while the Italian star was working in America and earlier this week it was confirmed that the pro dancer would remain as a judge for good.  And now after 18 years on the hugely-popular dance competition, Bruno, 66, admitted he finds the travel too tough. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

One of Dancing with the Stars‘ most effervescent judges, Bruno Tonioli, has revealed his decision to quit the UK version of the show after 18 years, saying juggling both shows had become “unsustainable”, following the former’s move to Disney Plus.

Shirley Ballas, 61, took to social media to praise her long-time boyfriend Danny Taylor, 48, who she called “her everything” in a series of adorable Instagram posts.The Strictly Come Dancing judge mysteriously referred to a “wedding” while updating her fans, adding that she “couldn’t wait to share” some news with all of them. Shirley shared a series of updates with her 236,000 Instagram followers yesterday. The star was already in a fantastic mood, thanks to the news that she had been invited back as a judge for the latest series of Strictly alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke. She shared a picture to her story which showed herself and Danny standing either side of a grandfather clock, flanked by two ornate, golden candelabras. She captioned the photo: “Where are we. What are wedding ahhhh.

Motsi Mabuse, 41, penned earlier today a heartfelt message on social media after Bruno Tonioli confirmed he will not be returning to Strictly Come Dancing in 2022.The Italian judge announced his departure today alongside Michelle Ackerley and Ronan Keating on The One Show, explaining he wouldn't be returning due to the "travel situation" as he lives in the US. In view of her 529,000 Instagram followers, Motsi thanked Bruno for his “kindness and warmth” when she joined the BBC programme.Sharing two pictures of her time on Strictly, Motsi wished him “all the best” in the future.She said: “Last year’s series of Strictly was one of the highlights of my career, it has had such a real impact to us all which has been incredible to witness.“I am so proud to be a part of this show and I am so looking forward to returning for my fourth series! @bbcstrictly !!A post shared by Motsi Mabuse (@motsimabuse)“I sincerely want to Thank you @brunotonioliofficial for your kindness and warmth , I came in and I was met with such love.”The professional dancer added: “Wishing you all the best!!!!!!!”In her post, Motsi also admitted she was excited to be back on the judging panel for a new series alongside her co-stars - Anton Du Beke, Shirley Ballas and Craig Revel Horwood.She wrote: “It’s so exciting to be back !!!!!!!!!!“Can’t wait to see you all @shirleyballas @mrantondubeke @craigrevel & what 2022 has in store for us ……… seriously how do you top 2021.” (sic)Motsi concluded her message with the hashtags “#strictly”, “#strictlycomedancing” and “#strictlycomedancing2022”.Fans of the Strictly judge rushed to the post’s comments section to show their support as they shared their excitement for the upcoming series.Jamiedavy_ said: “I can’t wait

Strictly Come Dancing 's Anton Du Beke will replace Bruno Tonioli on the judging panel.

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Strictly Come Dancing judge Bruno Tonioli has quit the popular BBC competitive dance series after eighteen years, it has been claimed.The 66 year old was unable to participate in last year's judging panel after Covid restrictions prevented him from travelling to the UK, and professional dancer Anton Du Beke took his place alongside Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood, and Shirley Ballas. However, it has now been reported that Bruno will completely leave the UK behind to focus all of his attention Stateside on Dancing With The Stars US, in which he also serves as a panellist. "Bruno has quit the show for good,' a source told The Daily Mail.

Dan Walker, 45, took to social media to respond to fans who were left disappointed after meeting him in Sheffield.The Strictly star posted on Instagram to apologise to disappointed fans he met at a Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals show.In view of his 274,000 followers, Dan publicly apologised to his fans for not wearing his famous lobster costume. He joked that his Strictly dance partner Nadiya Bychkova had advised him against it.The 45-year-old said it wouldn’t have been “appropriate”.The apology came after Dan met with fans after a show and one of them posted the selfie they had taken together, while commenting: “So lovely to see you @mrdanwalker - thanks for chatting.”She added: “Still think you should have worn your lobster costume.”Dan responded: “Sorry about the lack of lobster…“@nadiyabychkova told me it wouldn’t be appropriate.”BBC Breakfast presenter Dan took part in Strictly Come Dancing 2021 and quickly became a fan favourite, even winning over Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood.Speaking to the Daily Mail in 2021, Craig said he “rather fell in love” with his co-star but admitted he “didn’t expect to”. Last Tuesday, Dan tweeted to confirm when the date of his last day presenting BBC Breakfast will be.He announced that his last day on BBC Breakfast, when he will be saying goodbye to the red sofa, will be in just over a week - May 17.Dan, who has been presenting BBC Breakfast for six years, described his news as “surreal”.Last month, he confirmed that he will be starting his new role with Channel 5.Some fans said they will follow him to his new channel.Scarysarah1 said: “We will miss you Dan, will be tuning in to 5 news though.”Derwenfawr wrote: “You’ll be greatly missed."“Good luck for the future and

Anton Du Beke has joked he is going to get his first tattoo in honour of Strictly Come Dancing after feeling out of place on the show. The professional dancer, 55, has been a part of Strictly since it first aired on BBC in 2004 and last year became a judge. He admitted that since younger, inked male professionals joined the show he had been pushed to the back of group dances and didn't feel in the spotlight anymore.

Strictly Come Dancing dancer Giovanni Pernice has revealed that his co-star and close friend Anton Du Beke "doesn't like it", when he refers to him as the "past" of Strictly.

Anton Du Beke has spoken about his hopes to return as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing - but is still waiting for news on whether he will be welcomed back to the BBC show this year.

Anton Du Beke has revealed he 'hasn't been told' whether he is returning to the Strictly Come Dancing judging panel, despite claims he's set to permanently replace Bruno Tonioli.  The 55-year-old, stood in for Bruno Tonioli, 66, on last year's series when the Italian star was unable to travel to the UK from the US last year due to pandemic travel restrictions. When Anton wasn't on the list of professionals when the line-up was announced last week, it was assumed he would be back on the judging panel, but the dancer has insisted this is yet to be confirmed.

Arlene Phillip has recalled the 'awful' moment she found out she'd been axed from Strictly Come Dancing while consumed with grief at the loss of her beloved manager. The Prestwich-born dancer, choreographer, and TV star appeared as a judge on the BBC One dance show from 2004 to 2009.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has taken a swipe at his fellow Strictly professionals, Anton Du Beke and Kevin Clifton, revealing he was less than impressed when told he would take a backseat to them during a performance on the hit show.

Craig Revel Horwood was reduced to tears when he realised his family had flown in from Australia to surprise him.The Strictly Come Dancing star has been UK based for years, but with Covid rules in his native Australia being some of the strictest in the world, he, unfortunately, went years without seeing his family. But that all changed on Monday evening as he sat on stage to do a Q&A with the audience at his All Balls & Glitter tour at the Royal & Derngate venue in Northampton.

Loose Women star Judi Love had the time of her life on Strictly Come Dancing last year and made a lifelong friend in her dance partner Graziano di Prima. And while the pair have remained close enough for Judi to be invited for his wedding, Judi says she's not expecting to be invited to Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood's big day. Find out why in her latest OK! column below! Are you an OK! VIP? If not, why not? It’s free and gives you backstage access to stories like this, exclusive home tours, special discounts and so much more! All you need to do is pop your email address below! P.s.