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Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has credited the late Sir Bruce Forsyth as his inspiration while discussing his own career longevity on the hit BBC show.

Anton Du Beke shared a candid three-word reaction with his wife upon discovering she was expecting twins.

Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke has shared a rare snap of himself with his wife that went disastrously wrong.

Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez shared details of an 'exclusive' group he and some of his co-stars are part of. The dancer, who unfortunately left the competition during week three with celebrity dance partner Nikita Kanda, was opening up about juggling the show and being a new dad-of-two.

Anton Du Beke, 57, has opened up about becoming a father later in life, saying that he "loves" being an older dad.The Strictly Come Dancing star welcomed twins George and Henrietta with his wife Hannah, 46, back in 2017 and the family now live in Buckinghamshire. Anton, who'll be returning to Strictly as a judge later this month, said that having kids at the age of 50 completely changed his life. "I love it,” Anton told OK! in an exclusive interview.

Strictly Come Dancing favourite Anton Du Beke made a special family admission after sharing the truth about his difficult history growing up with an alcoholic and abusive dad, who stabbed him when he was a teenager. The professional ballroom dancer shared plenty of heartbreaking reveals during his appearance on Kate Garraway's Life Stories tonight (Wednesday 2 August), and the star fought back tears as he explained what happened when he was stabbed for the first time ever. But despite opening up about his painful background with his father Antal, who was Hungarian, 57 year old Anton insisted that he doesn't let it impact his own ability to be a fantastic role model for his twin children George and Henrietta, five.

Anton Du Beke finally settled down for good in 2017 when he tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend Hannah Summers. Anton, who recently opened up about his experience being stabbed in the leg as a child, and Hannah started dating back in 2011 when they hit it off after meeting during a round of golf.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice made a rare dating admission on BBC show, Anton & Giovanni's Adventures in Sicily, on Tuesday night.The new travel show sees Giovanni, 32, introduce co-star and friend Anton Du Beke, 56, to his beloved home of Sicily. During the latest episode, Giovanni and Anton, who were later joined by Rose Ayling-Ellis, explored Mount Etna - Europe’s highest and most active volcano.

Strictly Come Dancing star Anton du Beke, 56, became a proud dad to twins Henrietta and George at around the time he began his sixth decade of life.The dance champ turned judge has shared a studio with idols including Beyonce and Kylie Minogue, and even won a NTA this year for being the UK's most popular talent show judge. But despite all of his achievements, he feels the most monumental one by far is becoming a father.Anton's wife Hannah Summers gave birth aged 41 via IVF - and now a thrilled Anton admits that his children would love to follow in his footsteps and become dancers themselves one day."We had the greatest fortune," he marvelled as he thanked his "lucky stars" that Hannah had been able to get pregnant as a mature mum.He now regards his kids as his "greatest joy" and says that, no matter what career path they choose to follow when they grow up, he'll be supporting them every step of the way."[Having children] has been the best thing that ever happened in my life...

Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke, 56, has reflected on the gruelling IVF journey his wife Hannah Summers, 46, was forced to go on in order to welcome their twins. He spoke openly about their fertility struggles, as he revealed Hannah’s ongoing battle with endometriosis. Anton became a father for the first time in March 2017 when he and wife Hannah welcomed their twins, George and Henrietta.The dancer spoke about the trials of becoming a parent on the Parenting Hell podcast, where he called Hannah “practically perfect” and lamented the irony that she wasn’t able to conceive naturally.“She's everything I thought she would be,” he explained.

Anton Du Beke has revealed how Strictly come Dancing saved him from being "poor" and "a lunatic" as he reflected on his younger years in the competitive dance world.The 56-year-old got into detail about his life before the spotlight as he reflected on becoming a dad for the first time aged 50.The judge has five-year-old twins Henrietta and George with his wife Hannah Summers.Anton said having children at an older age was beneficial as he was "more sensible and more settled" than he was in his younger years.Reflecting on life in his mid-twenties/early thirties, he told Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe he was a "an absolute lunatic".He spilled: "I was really really poor for a start, I mean like I had holes in my shoes and second hand shirts, all that sort of stuff as a young man.Michael Douglas is unrecognisable as he unveils new long, dyed hair"And also not equipped, and an absolute lunatic as well, a competetive animal, ambitious and focused soley on me and what I was going to be doing and my next competition."Anton went on to say he always strived to be the best dancer at competitions which made him "hate everyone"."Everyone was against me," he added recalling his thoughts at the time on the Parenting Hell podcast."I was an absolute lunatic."Anton went on to say it was getting a job on Strictly Come Dancing which made him change his ways.At the time of being approached for the show, he had just finished competing in a big competition in China.He agreed to sign up as a professional, believing it would last for just one series.Over a decade later, Anton is the show's longest-serving cast member.He officially replaced Bruno Tonioli on the judging panel this year after previously stepping in temporarily. Strictly's Kym Marsh

Strictly Come Dancing official podcast with producer Kim Winston, Anton, 56, said that receiving the call offering him to become a judge permanently on the show was incredibly emotional. One of the reasons why the somewhat upgrade from dancer to judge meant so much to the star was because his ego was constantly bruised every time he was voted out of the competition with his celebrity partner.Joking around with Kim in their chat for this week's podcast, Anton said: “You know what it is.There are only so many times that you can get voted off without it starting to affect the ego.”Laughing as he spoke, Anton continued: “I have to be honest with you.“I thought I was the most popular person in the whole world.Turns out I’m not.”Known for his wicked sense of humour, Anton got serious for a moment saying how after being offered his “dream job” his wife Hannah Summers “burst into tears”, and he got emotional too.“I got a bit emotional too because I love the show so much and I love being a part of the show.“And having stepped into the role as judge, I just feel like I can contribute more to the show and I love that.”Anton has appeared in every series of the popular BBC dancing show since its inception.

Anton Du Beke, 56, has graced our TV screens every autumn for the last 17 years as Strictly Come Dancing’s longest-serving professional dancer. In 2021 he stepped down as a dancer and instead sat on the judging panel. He has returned to this role for 2022, alongside fellow judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse.

Anton Du Beke’s wife Hannah Summers has previously been mistaken for a member of the Royal Family.The surprising comparison between the Strictly Come Dancing judge’s wife and the royal has been made a number of times on social media.Anton, 55, and Hannah, 46, keep their lives fairly private, and it is perhaps because of that reason that she is sometimes mixed up with a certain royal. As fans do know so little about the Strictly star’s wife, when she is photographed some confuse her with Sophie, Countess of Wessex. The Countess of Wessex is the wife of Prince Edward and bears a striking resemblance to businesswoman Hannah.Back in 2018, when Hannah appeared on Michael McIntyre's Big Show, one viewer tweeted: “I’m sure Anton du Beke’s wife is married to Prince Edward.” Another added: “Was tryna think who Anton’s wife looks like, then it come to me… “Prince Edward’s missus The Duchess of Wessex #DeadRinger.” (sic) A third agreed, commenting: “Anton du Beke's wife looks like royalty!!”Anton married wife Hannah back in 2017, and the couple share two children together. The star has been a dancer on Strictly for many years, but began his career as a judge on the show last year.Anton is also set to return to the judging panel once more again this year, after he proved a popular choice with the public and his fellow cast members. Outside of his busy career, Anton enjoys spending time at home in Buckinghamshire with his wife Hannah and their adorable twins.Anton met his wife in 2010 when they were attending a dinner as members of the local golf club.Hannah is a successful business woman and Chief Marketing Officer at leading mobile network security company AdaptiveMobile.The pair got married in secret five years ago and welcomed

Anton Du Beke, 55, married his wife Hannah Summers in 2017 and the couple share two children.The Strictly judge recalled in an interview how the pair met and whether it was love at first sight.Anton will appear on The Chase tonight along with Alistair McGowan, Sarah-Jane Crawford and Adrian Edmondson.The Strictly judge spoke to Steph McGovern back in February about his relationship with Hannah and how the pair first met.He said: "I knew almost immediately that I loved her.She also loved me immediately."She was sitting across a big table at a do and I thought, 'wow she is absolutely gorgeous'."He then spoke about how he built up the courage to talk to Hannah.Anton continued: "She went off to the loo as one does. Outrageously, I followed her!"She went into the ladies and I waited outside for her.

Anton Du Beke has taken to Instagram to share three snapshots of his twins for a very special reason.MORE: Anton Du Beke's country home with wife Hannah and twins is full of rustic charm – insideThe pictures show George and Henrietta inside the family home and trying on some new items of clothing ahead of a skiing holiday.WATCH: Anton du Beke's twins gatecrash his live workout"Start 'em young!" Strictly star Anton, 55, wrote. "My little ones ready to hit the slopes in their gorgeous Smalls Merino wool base layers.

Anton Du Beke, 55, has opened up on noticing a positive change in his personal life after joining the BBC show’s judging panel this year. Prior to taking Bruno Tonioli’s seat alongside fellow judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, and Motsi Mabuse, Anton was rushed off his feet teaching celebrities how to dance as a Strictly pro.As a result, he had much less time to spend with his wife Hannah Summers and their four-year-old twins, George and Henrietta, at home.Fortunately, Anton’s new role on Strictly has afforded him more quality time with his family, and his children are really enjoying tuning in to watch him give his verdict on the couples’ performances each weekend.Speaking in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk, Anton said:

Strictly Come Dancing professional Anton Du Beke, 54, has previously said it was love at first sight with Hannah Summers, 45, who he met at an event she attended last minute.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Anton Du Beke, 54, has been married to Hannah Summers since 2017.The pair met at a dinner function, where Anton initially thought she was sat with her partner.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Anton Du Beke, 54, and wife Hannah Summers, 45, caught up with Lorraine Kelly to raise awareness about endometriosis.The couple also discussed their IFV journey, which led them to be parents to three-year-old twins George and Henrietta.Speaking from their home, the presenter pointed out that Hannah told Anton about her endometriosis pretty early on in their relationship.She explained: “The problem with me is, it’s quite hard to hide."It was one of those things where on a monthly basis, I looked like I was six months pregnant."One of the side effects is obviously the pain, but I had tremendous swelling.”She went on to say: “I was one of those women who was most asked that dreaded question, ‘When’s it

Anton du Beke, 54, has revealed he gets “anxiety” about offending people after welcoming his twins, George and Henrietta, into the world with wife Hannah Summers.The star opened up on his concerns after revealing he tends to “tease” his former Strictly Come Dancing partners on stage during his tours.Anton explained: “I have this anxiety that I never used to have now, maybe it’s because I’ve had children.“I really, really, hate more than anything else - it makes me ill if I’ve upset somebody unwittingly.“Say if I’ve said something idiotically, often you say things and you don’t mean it to come out the way it comes out.“I’m not one of those people who says something cruel and goes, ‘Im only joking,’ I’m not one of those people, those people