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Strictly Come Dancing star Helen Skelton has shared her rehearsal injuries after practising for the show has left her bloodied and bruised.

Helen Skelton's ex Richie Myler has made a thinly-veiled dig at the star as she began her Strictly Come Dancing journey this weekend.The presenter, 39, split from the rugby player, 32, in April this year - just months after giving birth to their baby daughter Elsie Kate. In a recent Instagram story, the sportsman shared a snap with his new girlfriend Stephanie Thirkill, 32, alongside her family. He captioned it: "Finished this season as a family." Meanwhile, his Countryfile ex landed in sixth place on the Strictly leaderboard with her professional dance partner Gorka Marquez.

Strictly Come Dancing 2022 kicked off with its first live show on Saturday night (September 24) and Helen Skelton and her professional partner Gorka Marquez won hearts while scoring 26 points. After the former Blue Peter presenter made her dancing debut on the BBC dance contest her ex Richie Myler shared photos of himself and new partner Stephanie Thirkill on his Instagram.

Helen Skelton says Strictly Come Dancing is the perfect opportunity for her family to see her smiling again.

Helen Skelton has spoken out on her upcoming time on the hit BBC show Strictly Come Dancing, explaining how it'll be a "good chance" for her family to see her smiling.Th 39 year old TV presenter and actress was the final contestant to be announced to have joined the 2022 line-up of the programme, which kicks off on Friday 23 September after a year-long wait. Speaking out about what made her decide to take part in the show, Helen explained: "I just wanted to do something fun! It was a good chance for my family to see me smiling and it's a fun adventure." She went on to share her excitement as she added: "Anybody who's had anything to do with Strictly will say, the make-up people are the best, the costume people are the best, the set designers are the best, the dancers are the best.

Helen Skelton, 39, recently announced she had split from her husband of eight years, Richie Myler.The Countryfile star surprised many when she announced that she would be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing and admitted the real reason why she decided now was the right time to take part in the show.Helen was asked in an interview prior to her debut this weekend why now was the best time for her to take part in the show.She replied: "I just wanted to do something fun!"It was a good chance for my family to see me smiling and it's a fun adventure."This comes after Helen announced back in April that she had split from her husband of eight years.This came months after Helen had given birth to the former couple's third child and daughter, Elsie Kate.Helen married Richie in December 2013 and the pair have three children together.Until the announcement of the break-up, they appeared to the outside world to have the perfect marriage, with many expressions of their devotion on social media in recent weeks.Helen will battle it out for the Glitterball Trophy on Strictly this year alongside the likes of Kym Marsh, Will Mellor, Richie Anderson and Kaye Adams.As she began training Helen proved all was well behind the scenes as she told fans she understood why people raved about taking part.Helen wrote on Instagram: "Totally understand why people rave about being part of this show in the way they do…"Smiles and laughter are infectious. Very grateful to be part of the class of '22' still in awe this is technically work."For however long it lasts I have already made memories to last a lifetime.

Helen Skelton has shared that she has started rehearsals for Strictly Come Dancing in a candid glimpse into her new life as a single mum. Helen announced her split from her husband of nine years, Richie Myler, back in April. It came not long after welcoming their third child together.

Strictly Come Dancing star Helen Skelton's Summer On The Farm co-star Martin Hughes-Games has warned she's "dodgy to work with" ahead of her appearance on the show. Countryfile presenter Helen, 39, who was confirmed as the 15th and final star of this year's line-up this weekend, joins the likes of Fleur East and EastEnders star James Bye on the glitzy BBC1 series.

Helen Skelton has reportedly signed up to take part in Strictly Come Dancing, following her shock split from husband Richie Myler earlier this year. The 39 year old TV host is said to be the latest celebrity to join this year's line-up, alongside the likes of Kym Marsh and Will Mellor, according to The Sun. A source said: “It’s the perfect way to bounce back.

Helen Skelton has reportedly been left ‘devastated’ after estranged husband Richie Myler shared photos from his romantic trip with his new girlfriend last week.The Countryfile presenter, 39, confirmed she and rugby player Richie, 32, had split in April, four months after welcoming their third child together.Richie was soon revealed to have moved on with new girlfriend Stephanie Thirkill, the daughter of Leeds Rhinos president Andrew Thirkill.The new couple have been enjoying some time away together in Cornwall, with Richie sharing a photo of them embracing at sunset, adding that the visit was ‘worth a 32 year wait’.Stephanie responded to the post to comment: ‘Thanks for the best weekend! LOVE YOU.’A source has claimed Helen was left feeling ‘devastated’ after seeing the post, telling New! magazine: ‘Helen is devastated. It’s one thing knowing it’s happening, but it’s another thing actually seeing it.‘For him to post it all over Instagram has been hard.

Helen Skelton, 39, looked amazing as she posed in the pool with her daughter Elsie Kate, seven months.The Countryfile presenter took her three children to the lido for some summer fun. Helen then appeared to take a dig at her ex-husband Richie Myler, 32.Helen shares Ernie, six, Louis, five, and seven month old daughter Elsie Kate, with her ex Richie.Putting on a brave face, Helen looked incredible in the plunging navy swimsuit as she held her baby up in the swimming pool.In view of her 314,000 followers, she captioned the sweet post: "You wouldn’t believe it but it’s Cumbria."Hands up if you’re from the Eden Valley and spent your summers in an unheated outdoor pool?? #lido #summer #villagepool #schoolhols #cumbrian."Many social media users rushed to the comments to praise the presenter on her incredible postpartum figure.However, Helen took the opportunity to take to her Instagram story to share a quote about recovering from having a baby.It read: "It takes 18-24 months to recover fully from having a baby."If you feel like you're 'behind' or 'not where you want to be' at 11 weeks or 6 months postpartum, just remember that you're not."Her dig at her estranged husband comes after the rugby player recently went Instagram official with his new love interest Stephanie Thurkill last month.Richie shared a loved-up snap of the pair during a romantic getaway to Cornwall.He captioned the post: "Cornwall aas worth the 32 year wait."With comments turned off on the post, the only visible reply was from Stephanie.She wrote: "Thanks for the best weekend! LOVE YOU."Meanwhile, Helen gave an insight into her "chaotic" life when she appeared on Lorraine in July.Lorraine began: "Helen, it's so good to see you.

Helen Skelton has been left feeling “devastated” after her estranged husband Richie Myler posted a string of loved-up holiday snaps with his new girlfriend Stephanie Thirkill last week. Shortly after their shock split in April following eight years of marriage, rugby star Richie began dating Stephanie, who is the daughter of the president of his club, Leeds Rhinos. While Helen, who shares three children with Richie – Ernie, seven, Louis, five, and seven-month-old Elsie Kate – is now focusing on the future, a source says it’s understandably difficult for her to see.

Helen Skelton returned to TV for the first time following her sudden split from her husband Richie Myler.

Helen Skelton made a much welcome return to TV for the first time following her sudden split from her husband. It's been a couple of months since she announced she has split from her husband Richie Myler, not long after welcoming their third child together.

Helen Skelton has revealed that her mum has moved in with her to help out with her children as her work increases. The Countryfile presenter announced that she was splitting from her husband Richie Myler of nine years with whom she shares three children Ernie, six, Louis, five and Elsie Kate who is just over six months old.

Countryfile star Helen Skelton was left mortified this morning after she had to abandon a live interview with Lorraine Kelly to deal with her dog. The presenter was appearing on the ITV show to discuss some upcoming projects.

Helen Skelton had to quickly ditch her interview with Lorraine Kelly as her house descended into chaos just as she started speaking to the host live on her ITV show. The Countryfile presenter was live on Lorraine's self-titled show on Monday morning (July 4) via video link to chat about her upcoming projects.

Helen Skelton is no stranger to an exciting social media update and on Wednesday it was no different when she shared a very special milestone alongside her daughter Elsie Kate.MORE: Helen Skelton enjoys a girl's night out with very surprising companyThe 38-year-old took to her Instagram feed with two glorious photos beside her baby girl at Victoria shopping centre in Leeds.WATCH: Helen Skelton shares incredibly relatable parenting momentCaptioning the post, Helen penned: "Six months of city strolls with you has flown by. Time for the big girl pram.

MORE: Helen Skelton enjoys a girls night out with very surprising companyThe mother-of-three was captured posing in the park alongside baby Elsie Kate as the pair met for a special sun-soaked playdate with a friend.WATCH: Helen Skelton films the reality of raising three children in lively family homeCaptioning the epic meet-up, Helen penned: "@vanessamaiolo She made it!!! She has a one year old!!!" with a red love heart emoji.READ: Newly-single Helen Skelton stuns in risqué pink jumpsuit at Royal AscotSEE: Helen Skelton reflects on special bond with baby daughter amid marriage heartacheHelen paired the chic shorts with a light shirt which she tucked in, and accessorised the ensemble with a stylish gold chain. Helen looks fabulousHer fabulous blonde locks were worn down and styled into an elegant summer wave.The 38-year-old also shared a snap of her son Louis, four, holding a lacrosse racket and wrote: "sport 126," on the update of her middle child, who is facing away from the camera.The heartwarming post comes just one week after Helen celebrated her first Father's Day without her husband Richie Myler, since they announced their split in April.

Helen Skelton has shared an insight into a day out with her children after the news of her split from husband Richie Myler.The presenter was all smiles as she posed for the poignant Instagram post with her little ones.Helen, 38, took to instagram to share her joy with her 305,000 followers.The Countryfile star penned the sweet snaps: “Squad [heart emoji] these are the days. “Weekend well spent #family.” (sic)The first picture saw Helen cuddling her six-year-old son Ernie on a sports field.READ MORE: Elton John ‘booed by crowd’ at farewell tour after Newcastle quipThe star wore a black denim jumpsuit with a zip running down the front.Helen accessorised her look with some black wedged sandal heels and some shades.Ernie looked adorable as he was all smiles in a pink and purple shirt and black shorts.The next snap saw the mum-of-three holding her next oldest son Louis, five, in her arms. The photo revealed Helen had also thrown on some silver bangles to compliment her look.The nature-loving presenter also wore her long blonde hair in a natural down-do.Louis looked cute in a black top, matching black shorts and a pair of white trainers.The third picture was of Helen holding tiny six-month-old Elsie Kate. In this photograph, Helen had removed her shades to reveal she was wearing some subtle makeup as she smiled at the camera.Elsie Kate looked like a ray of sunshine in a bright yellow dress. Helen shares her three children with Richie, whom she married in 2013.She took to Instagram on April 26 to announce the end of their marriage just four months after her daughter was born.At the time she wrote: “Very sad to say that Richie and I are no longer a couple."He has left the family home."We will be doing our best to co-parent our

Helen Skelton gave fans a small insight into her weekend on Monday. Sharing three images, each snap showing her with one of her children, the Countryfile host beamed with pride as she posed for the camera.MORE: Helen Skelton stuns in risqué pink jumpsuit at Royal AscotThe heartwarming post comes as she celebrated her first Father's Day without her husband, Richie Myler, since they announced their split in April.