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Strictly Come Dancing star Dan Walker, who formerly hosted BBC Breakfast, has taken to Instagram to show off his newspaper appearance which took a swipe at ITV’s day time show This Morning.The Daily Mirror had used a picture of the Strictly cast from the National Television Awards, which was held on 13 October.The NTA’s is an award show that recognises some of the biggest names in news, soaps, dramas and daytime television across channels such as BBC, ITV and Channel 4. READ MORE: Strictly star Will Mellor gives health update after judges slammed for harsh critiquesITV’s daytime show This Morning, regularly hosted by channel favourites Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield, won the award for Best Daytime Show.Dan proudly posted the newspaper page on his Instagram profile, which showed him beaming with pride as he chilled backstage with his former co-stars. The headline read “This Moaning” and showed pictures of the Strictly Come Dancing crew dressed to the nines as they all posed for the group selfie.More snaps from the evening were dotted around the page, including pictures of Alison Hammond, Dermot O’Leary, Holly, Phil and Anton Du Beke as they all celebrated the night.Dan shared a screenshot of the newspaper page and wrote: “Our little NTA’s Strictly selfie made the papers on the weekend.

Dan Walker, 45, has taken to Twitter to praise Matt Goss for his "class and style" after the star became the third celebrity to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2022 last night. It comes after the official Strictly account shared a short clip of the Bros star on the BBC show on Saturday night.In the clip, which showed the singer's final speech on the show, he said the experience had drastically alleviated his "shyness".When reminded by Tess Daly that he said he had a "shy bone", Matt admitted he still does, but that the show has helped a lot. Host Tess said: "You came to us, you said you had a shy bone."Matt candidly replied: "Yeah, I do.

Strictly Come Dancing star Matt Goss has revealed he was banned off a dating app after being accused of imitating himself. The singer – who has dated the likes of Melanie Sykes, Martine McCutcheon and Rebecca Fersguson – hasn't had a great time while trying to find love more recently.He even did as many do and signed up for a dating app, but his time on it was short-lived as he discovered he'd been kicked off and accused of "catfishing" – which is when someone uses photos of someone else as their own. READ MORE: Dan Walker speaks out on Nadiya Bychkova and Matt Goss Strictly relationship The 54-year-old said: "I got kicked off because they said, 'We don't think Matt Goss would appreciate you imitating him.'"He added while speaking on BBC Radio 5: "I was too embarrassed to say, 'No, it's me, it's actually me.

Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova's relationship is going from strength to strength, and the pair have now welcomed a new edition to their family.READ: Nadiya Bychkova reacts to boyfriend Kai Widdrington's Strictly exitTaking to his Instagram on Friday, Kai joked about having kept a secret from fans, as he and his girlfriend revealed that they had adopted a bulldog. The couple posed in a gorgeous garden with Kai protectively holding the adorable puppy in one hand, while cradling Nadiya with his other.

Dan Walker, 45, might be a TV star, but he says his kids are "behind their friends" when it comes to accessing media on their phones.The BBC Breakfast turned Channel 5 News presenter has even forced the youngsters to sign strict contracts governing the use of their devices.The presenter has also lamented the "toxic landscape" that he feels his children live in due to social media.He has two daughters, Susanna and Jessica, and a son, Joe - and all three are aged between 11 and 15.Dan only began giving them phones of their own for safety when they started walking home from secondary school by themselves - and he has warned them that smartphone use is a privilege which he is willing to withdraw.His motto when it comes to the kids' contracts is: "You lose it if you abuse it"."There are things we expect from you in terms of what you do with [your phone] and how you use it," Dan explained as he recounted the conversation he's had with his trio."If you cross the line, we will take it away for a period," he added to The Times.Deeply religious Dan has also forbidden the children from using their phones upstairs, where he will be unable to supervise them.He insists that the devices are left downstairs charging overnight.Dan added that he is all too aware of the problems that social media can cause, after being hit with a flurry of threats in the past from trolls."I often get threats of violence on social media… I have a family to protect and look after and I take their safety more seriously than I take my own," he explained.He has also been deeply affected by the death of schoolgirl Mollie Russell, whose father believes social media content "glorifying" suicide played a role in her death.In Dan's latest book, Standing on the

Rose Ayling-Ellis enjoyed a mini Strictly Come Dancing reunion with fellow 2021 competitor Dan Walker and his dance partner Nadiya Bychkova on Monday night.MORE: Giovanni Pernice's touching tribute to Rose Ayling-Ellis on Strictly revealedTheir little get-together comes shortly after Rose's former dance partner Giovanni Pernice and Richie Anderson became the latest pairing of this year's series to leave the competition.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice's sweet gesture to Rose Ayling-Ellis revealedTaking to Instagram, Rose shared pictures as both she and her mother Donna went to support 5 News presenter Dan at the launch of his latest book, Standing On The Shoulders. "Lovely evening at @mrdanwalker book launch," she remarked alongside a snap of Dan talking on stage.READ: Strictly's Giovanni Pernice addresses fallout rumours with dance partner Richie AndersonMORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Strictly's Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipRose, who made history by becoming the first deaf person to compete and going on to win Strictly last year, also praised the former BBC Breakfast host for bringing a British Sign Language BSL interrupter to the event."How brilliant Dan brought a BSL interpreter this evening and I never asked for it or mentioned it," she added.

Dan Walker, 45, appeared on the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show today, where he was quizzed about his former Strictly Come Dancing partner Nadiya Bychkova, 33, and her new pair-up with Matt Goss, 54.The former BBC Breakfast star insisted that the Bros singer is “very shy” and told Zoe Ball, 51, that the star needs more time to change the public’s minds about his dancing ability.Dan appeared on BBC Radio 2 today to promote his new book, Standing on the Shoulders. When radio host Zoe started taking calls, one Sheffield-based listener named Bruce Davis asked Dan what he thought of Nadiya’s new Strictly partner. “I’m really enjoying watching them,” Dan revealed. “I think Nadiya is brilliant and doing a fantastic job.”The Channel 5 presenter then went on to address the fact that Matt had not yet hit his stride in the competition. “I think Matt is very shy,” Dan suggested.

Dan Walker has revealed his thoughts on Matt Goss, who is paired up with Dan's former Strictly Come Dancing partner Nadiya Bychkova on the BBC show.The Channel 5 presenter, 45, reached the semi-finals of Strictly with show pro Nadiya last year before being booted out of the TV ballroom.Dan and Nadiya formed a close friendship during their weeks of training, with Dan even inviting Nadiya to visit his wife Sarah and their family at his Sheffield home.READ MORE: Dan Walker makes cheeky jibe at fan after rushing to defend BBC's StrictlyBut now, the former BBC Breakfast host has had to ditch the dancing shoes for the TV remote and watch Nadiya dance with former Bros singer Matt Goss.It might have left fans wondering what Dan thinks of pop star Matt dancing with Nadiya, and how he feels the duo are getting on in front of the Strictly judges.Dan spoke about Matt and Nadiya's partnership during a chat on Tuesday's (October 11) episode of ITV's This Morning with Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.Luckily, it seems he's fond of the couple as he hopes Matt stays in for as "long as possible".Asked by Phil how it feels watching the show, Dan said: "I'm really enjoying it. I hope she [Nadiya] and Matt Goss stay in as long as possible, because I think she's such a good teacher, and she can really show him all sorts of things."Dan also slammed the notion that Strictly contestants get show "FOMO" after leaving the show.He added: "Everyone says you get FOMO the year after but I don't!", but Holly wasn't convinced.Holly hit back: "You must do, though! It's such a brilliant show."Dan insisted: "I don't! This is the way I look at it, right.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were unimpressed as Shirley Ballas said she would have sent Fleur East packing after the latest dance-off.The TV star, 62, came under fire after Sunday's instalment of the BBC ballroom contest, which saw her back Richie Anderson over Fleur.Singer Fleur and presenter Richie had both ended up in the dreaded dance-off after their performances, and were left facing the boot.READ MORE: Dan Walker makes cheeky jibe at fan after rushing to defend BBC's Strictly Judges Craig Revel Horwood, Anton Du Beke and Motsi Mabuse all chose to save Fleur and her pro partner Vito Coppola, so Richie was eliminated. But head judge Shirley said that she would have sent Fleur packing."Well with the two couples the public put in the bottom two I would have saved Richie," she said.Many viewers flocked to Twitter to share their outrage over Shirley's comment."Shirley would have kicked out Fleur? Whaaaaat?" said one.Another posted: "I have never used this site before but like many others I cannot believe that Shirley would have not saved Fleur! Unbelievable!""Shirley would rather have saved the men darting around in animal costumes than the technically skilled and beautiful dancer Fleur?" asked another incredulous viewer."I love Shirley but surely not," said someone else."Can't believe Shirley was planning to save Richie over Fleur," said another.

Naga Munchetty had her fans working up a sweat as she shared a selfie on social media during a gym workout.The 47-year-old uploaded a snap after she had been running, leaving the BBC Breakfast presenter hot and bothered.Naga took to Instagram, where she regularly shares updates from her workouts, to post the pic to her 54,000 followers.READ MORE: Dan Walker makes cheeky jibe at fan after rushing to defend BBC's StrictlyIn a caption accompanying the image Naga wrote: "Decided to run at the gym rather than run home in pouring rain in Manchester... Needn't have worried about getting wet!"Fans were quick to comment on the selfie, with one writing: "Looking good, Naga! Beautiful as ever."A second said: "Wow! You look absolutely stunning - even after a workout..." While a third added: "Your honest posts inspire me.

Dan Walker gave a Strictly Come Dancing fan some stick after the presenter's defence of the BBC show was questioned on Twitter.Viewers had been shocked to see Fleur East end up in Sunday's (October 9) dance off after her performance of the American Smooth to Little Mermaid's Part Of Your World with her partner Vito Coppola scored 29 out of a possible 40 from the judges.Walker, who spent over a decade at the BBC presenting Football Focus and Breakfast before moving to Channel 5, was quick to defend the show after fans expressed their anger online.READ MORE: Katie Piper's acid attacker flees country as police warn people not to approach him“Surprised by the #Strictly result but there is no need to start shouting about people 'needing to go',” Walker wrote on Twitter.“It’s always been a mix of those who can dance a bit and those who are learning from scratch and… it’s not a dancing competition… it’s an entertainment show!” One Twitter user replied to point out that “The show is called Strictly Come Dancing Dan” but Walker quickly fired back, replying: “I don’t see any ninja warriors on Ninja Warrior”.

youngster who was kicked out of school for bad behaviour has now spent a whole year out of education after no replacement was found.Riley Roberts, aged 12, was booted from Haywood Academy in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, after multiple warnings and temporary exclusions for misbehaving.But his fuming mum Katey Cowans and step-dad Dan Walker have blamed the school as they claim it didn't give their child enough support in lessons.READ MORE: Hard-up Brits resort to hanging out in bakeries to stay warm this winter Dan told Stoke-on-Trent Live: “He was always wanting attention and pushing teachers to the limit. They couldn’t handle him.“My partner was constantly called in to talk about his behaviour.

A 12-year-old boy has spent the past year playing football and reading books at home - after he was expelled from school. Riley Roberts was thrown out of Haywood Academy, in Burslem, due to ‘behavioural issues’ after multiple warnings and suspensions.

Dan Walker has opened up about how “strict” he and his wife are about their children’s mobile phone usage. The former BBC Breakfast presenter said that his three kids have their own devices - but with stringent conditions. All three have to sign a contract after sitting down and discussing responsible usage and “the things we expect from them in terms of what they do with it and how they use it”.READ NEXT: Dan Walker discovered BBC were removing him from Football Focus 'through rumours'The contract allows both Dan and his wife Sarah to regularly check the kids’ phones.

Strictly Come Dancing pro James Jordan took aim at the judges, explaining how their scores can affect the result and who goes home.

Dan Walker, 45, was partnered with Nadiya Bychkova, 33, on last year's Strictly Come Dancing, with the pair finishing an impressive fifth place.The former BBC Breakfast presenter has taken to Twitter to defend his pal as former Strictly pro James Jordan, 44, criticised her new partner Matt Goss' dance moves.James took to Twitter to hit out at Matt without having watched his performance, in view of his 321,100 followers.He exclaimed: "Just from reading all of your comments on Matt Goss this evening I don’t even need to watch the show to say I think he’ll be in the bottom 2."After all - YOU are the ones that vote."Dan did not agree with the professional dancer and jibed back at James.The Channel 5 News presenter smirked: "He was much improved big man. Clearly worked hard this week."James replied: "They nearly all work hard as you know - but if you’re not good at least be entertaining."Dan then quipped that dancing to entertain was his "mantra".James then made sure to bring their Twitter debate back to Matt's performance alongside Nadiya this evening.He responded: "And you was mate - I b****y loved it!"He has a slight awkwardness about him and needs to let go and not take himself so serious - just an observation."Dan then added: "Thank you.

Strictly duo Amy Dowden, 32, and James Bye, 38, delivered an excellent performance during Saturday night's live show - but, as a candid video uploaded to Instagram has revealed, things turned out very differently during their dress rehearsal.

Dan Walker being the most recent presenter to bow out. Walker left the show in May 2022 after six years to work as Channel 5's news anchor and host other programmes on the channel as well.Before that, Louise Minchin was the last BBC Breakfast veteran to leave the popular morning show, waving goodbye in September 2021 after 20 years on the channel.

Strictly Come Dancing star Kaye Adams shared an awkward interaction with a member of hotel staff hours after her ballroom exit.On Sunday night (October 2), the Loose Women panellist and her professional partner Kai Widdrington found herself in the dreaded dance-off against Matt Goss and Nadiya Bychkova.Despite an impressive performance from both contestants, the 59-year-old podcaster was eliminated much to the shock or the disappointment of the millions of viewers up and down the country.READ MORE: Former Strictly Come Dancing pro Kevin Clifton predicts Molly Rainford will winBut not everyone managed to tune into the hugely popular BBC One dance competition, as the blonde bombshell shared her embarrassing interaction with her hotel waitress online.In full view of her 87.5k followers on Twitter, the loving mum-of-two explained her uncomfortable service hours after she was booted from the TV show.She penned: “Just ordered room service in my hotel. The nice lady who brought it asked me ‘any idea who went out of @bbcstrictly tonight?’ and I said ‘me’.

Strictly Come Dancing star Kaye Adams shared a pretty uncomfortable encounter she had with a hotel waitress hours after being eliminated. The Loose Women presenter, 59, and professional partner Kai Widdrington, 27, found themselves in the first dreaded dance-off against singer Matt Goss, 54, and Nadiya Bychkova, 33. Kaye and Kai performed their Charleston to Music! Music! Music! by Dorothy Provine, while Matt and dance partner Nadiya then performed their Samba to Night Fever by the Bee Gees.

Kaye Adams was put in a bit of an awkward situation just hours after being booted off Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday night.