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Strictly Come Dancing professional Kevin Clifton wanted the world to share in his joy as he marked girlfriend Stacey Dooley's birthday - and shared an Instagram snap in celebration of her.The photo, which showed her gazing pensively downwards, while wearing a white cut out dress, was liked almost 1700 times in a matter of minutes."Happy Birthday Beautiful Girl!" Kevin announced, in view of his 360,000 followers.He added affectionately: "I love you @sjdooley."Stacey, who boasts more than one million followers, turned 35 today.On her own Instagram account, Stacey shared a throwback photo of herself as a child sporting a face paint with a mask."35," Stacey wrote with a heart emoji to punctuate her special day."Feelin v v loved and v v lucky," she simply explained.(sic)Stacey and Kevin began dating months after they appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2018.Kevin has already been married twice, having last tied the knot with fellow Strictly pro Karen Hauer.His professional partnership with Stacey saw the pair sail their way to a Strictly victory.They confirmed their romance in 2019 and the loved-up posts have appeared intermittently on social media ever since.When she's not on the dancefloor, Stacey fronts documentaries about harrowing issues such as the abuse of children in sweat shops or the sex trafficking of young women.She has confessed to sometimes being unable to switch off when work ends and dinner dates with Kevin begin, as the trauma of the abuse victims she has encountered plays on her mind.Combining social justice issues with the likes of Michelin-starred restaurants and showbiz events is something she finds challenging to juggle.For example, after a day filming with Kyle, a patient on a psychiatric ward, the

Stacey Dooley has hinted that she might be engaged to her dancer boyfriend Kevin Clifton. Stacey, 34, shared a photo of a dessert adorned with the word 'congratulations' on her Instagram story last night (23 February.) The documentary maker added some waving emojis to the bottom of the picture, but didn't add any context to the story shared with her 1 million followers. OK! has reached out to representatives for Stacey for comment.

Stacey Dooley has addressed the "intrusion" faced when her romance with Strictly Come Dancing star Kevin Clifton, with whom she won the series with back in 2018, came to light.MORE: Strictly's Stacey Dooley forced to address Kevin Clifton engagement speculationDuring a Q&A with the Telegraph, the 34-year-old was quizzed about the "worst thing" about her job. "I do love my job, but I suppose what I hadn't anticipated when I became a bit more public-facing was the intrusion into my personal life," she explained.WATCH: Kevin Clifton shares rare glimpse into date night with Stacey Dooley"I hadn't realised there would be such an appetite for it. That, I don’t love.

Stacey Dooley joined Dan Walker and Sally Nugent on Monday's episode of BBC Breakfast.The Strictly Come Dancing winner opened up about her demanding schedule, from documentaries, a new book and the launch of her new BBC Three cooking show, Hungry For It.The 34-year-old was questioned about her culinary skills at home but admitted she is no "sous chef".Her admission comes after the BBC Breakfast presenters quizzed her about boyfriend Kevin Clifton, 39.The documentary filmmaker cheekily quipped about the pair's romance as neither of them is skilled in the kitchen.Stacey remarked: "It's so jokes because I'm useless in the kitchen. I'm rubbish."Dan interjected: "Kevin's rubbish at cooking as well right?""Kev's useless," she agreed, before adding: "It's a miracle we're still standing."Stacey added: "We just have toast."The presenter also opened up about her time working behind the scenes of her new series.Dan commented: "I'm disappointed you did a cooking show and didn't come out with a signature dish."Stacey replied: "No.

Strictly Come Dancing champion Stacey Dooley appeared on an Instagram Live stream today to chat to presenter Zoe Ball.

Strictly Come Dancing star has candidly admitted she wanted to “hide” the fact she had the condition.Joanne appeared in the hit BBC One show between 2014 and 2016.Her brother, Kevin Clifton, is also a dancer and was one of the professionals who regularly competed for the coveted Glitterball Trophy.Speaking in an interview last month with the Yorkshire Times, Joanne recounted the moment she found out she had osteoarthritis in her knees.She also called for anyone who suspects they might have the same conditions to get in touch with a health professional.About her diagnosis, Joanne said: “At first I wanted to hide I had osteoarthritis in both knees as I did not want it to hinder me getting jobs, but I have tried not to let it hold me back.”She went on to explain that she now works with a company called Arthr which “make products for people who have the condition”.Joanne highlighted that the diagnosis “can happen though to anyone at any age.”She added: “In lockdown, I was contacted by the parent of a nine-year-old who had been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, so I would say to anyone who feels they might suffer with this to go along to their doctor to be checked out.”Joanne went on: “The first time I became aware of it is when I was on Strictly and my knees swelled up.“I was diagnosed and thought my career was over, though I decided that it was not going to stop me as I like a challenge.“I have experienced pain before on stage – I was appearing in the musical Flashdance in Glasgow, it was only the second show in and I popped a calf muscle.“I have never experienced pain like that before and had to have a lot of physiotherapy afterwards.”Joanne first found out she had osteoarthritis thanks to an MRI scan in 2015.The condition

Stacey Dooley sometimes feels stressed. However, ahead of the release of her new book, Are You Really OK?, the 34-year-old has opened up on how difficult it can be to leave the horror stories behind when it's time to return to her personal life.Stacey is used to a glamorous life, after winning Strictly Come Dancing back in 2018 with her dancer boyfriend Kevin Clifton.However, combining showbiz events, Michelin starred restaurants, and a life of celebrity luxury with the hard-hitting social justice issues that she reports on when in front of the camera, has proved difficult on occasion.After a day of interviewing Kyle, a patient on a psychiatric ward, the presenter went out on the town, but was plagued by intrusive thoughts about how he must be feeling."It was such a juxtaposition that I was in this semi-fancy restaurant, there was laughing and cheering and people were half cut, and I just remember thinking, ‘All of those people are still in hospital really unwell and Kyle’s probably sat there in silence’," she mused.“Sometimes I feel like: 'This is a really different place to the one I’ve just been in.'”Fortunately, her partner Kevin is supportive of her struggles."Kev’s incredible.

Strictly Come Dancing winner Stacey Dooley has opened up about how the show's producers told her 'she'd win' the popular BBC programme following her audition.Speaking to Chris Evans this morning on his Virgin Radio Breakfast Show, the flame-haired star, 34, spoke about her stint on the dance programme, revealing that she had auditioned with pro Neil Jones.After speaking about the release of her new book, Are You Really OK? Understanding Britain’s Mental Health Emergency, the star went on to talk about how she landed her spot on the hit dance show.She told Chris: "We'd been back and forth, you sort of flirt with the idea a couple of times because they sort of touch base and say, 'Is anyone interested, what are people doing this year?'"Stacey went on to reveal that she'd decided to accept the offer and go on Strictly for a bit of fun.She explained: "2017 had been quite a heavy year, stories were heavy and I thought, 'I wouldn't mind having a bit of escapism, actually.'"And the dates worked out, because it's such a big commitment," she told the radio DJ, who agreed that five months was a long time.Continuing to speak about the audition process, Stacey told how she was partnered with a pro dancer who wasn't Kevin Clifton to show off her moves."So then you go and have a bit of a dance with one of the pros and my pro was Neil [Jones]," she revealed.Stacey went on: "And I didn't really know what I was doing."However, the star must have impressed Strictly producers as she told how they called her up offering her a spot.She said: "Anyway, then you get the call, and they say, 'Yeah, we're desperate, come, we can't make this show without you, we had a couple of seconds of you floating about the place and actually we think you're

Stacey Dooley, 34, has logged onto Instagram to apologise after she issued a rant during today’s appearance on The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show.The Strictly Come Dancing star admitted she “went on a bit” in a video shared in view of her 996,000 followers.Filming herself, Stacey explained: “I spoke to the gorgeous Zoe this morning on her breakfast show about various different projects…“I can only apologise to the listeners…“I went on a bit about Chandelier Gate, which is obviously massively important.“But that will be on BBC Sounds if you fancy having a listen.”Stacey continued: “And then tomorrow I am with Chris Evans.

Stacey Dooley was put on the spot during Tuesday's The One Show, where she was asked about rumours of an engagement between herself and boyfriend Kevin Clifton.MORE: Stacey Dooley shares intimate glimpse into romantic date night with Kevin CliftonSpeaking to hosts Lauren Laverne and Jermaine Jenas on the BBC Show, the presenter was quick to brush off speculation.WATCH: Stacey Dooley resembles a catwalk model in gorgeous series of outfits"Stacey, we mentioned that you're a Strictly winner, you took home the glitterball with the love of your life Kevin," remarked Lauren, to which Stacey replied: "I know, what a cliche."MORE: Kevin Clifton makes rare comment about 'marriage' to Stacey DooleyREAD: Stacey Dooley comments on relationship with Kevin Clifton's ex-wife Karen HauerLauren then quizzed: "You've got to get your hand out here, you don't have an announcement? Would we be the first to know?"Shutting the question down, Stacey quipped: "You would absolutely be the first to know. But no, I’m so dull.

Stacey Dooley brushed off engagement rumours with The One Show hosts earlier tonight.The documentary filmmaker was quizzed about this by host Lauren Laverne on the BBC One chat show.Stacey has been in a relationship with her boyfriend Kevin Clifton since they won Strictly Come Dancing back in 2018.The pair now live together, and regularly share updates on their life on social media.However, host Lauren was keen to know if there was anything they haven’t yet shared on The One Show today.Stacey was a guest alongside The Repair Shop’s Jay Blades.Lauren began by congratulating Jay on his recent engagement to his girlfriend.She then pointed out that Stacey is good at planning engagement parties as she shared a video of one the star did in her flat.Lauren said: “This was all done last year when the restrictions allowed.“Stacey, we mentioned that you’re a Strictly winner, you took home the glitterball with the love of your life Kevin.”To this, Stacey then interjected to say: “I know, what a cliche.”Lauren then quizzed her: “You’ve got to get your hand out here, you don’t have an announcement?“Would we be the first to know?”Stacey then quipped back: “You would absolutely be the first to know.“But no, I’m so dull. No, I'm not getting married.”Stacey was on the show to promote her new book, called Are You Really OK?This sees the presenter exploring “Britain’s Mental Health Emergency”.Stacey was planning to launch a book tour alongside its release as well.However, the star recently shared how she’s had to postpone this in light of Covid restrictions.Posting on Instagram on January 14, she said: “Gang, I'm bloody gutted.

Meat Loaf, whose real name is Michael Lee Aday, sadly passed away at the age of 74, tributes have been pouring in from his followers remembering his incredible music career. READ: Kevin Clifton shares emotional tribute following sad lossHowever, his daughter Amanda recently revealed that his home life was much more humble.

Kevin Clifton has been a part of various shows over the past few months, including Rock of Ages, and as the rock scene lost one of its biggest stars, he shared a moving tribute.PHOTOS: Strictly Come Dancing tattoos: From Kevin Clifton to Oti Mabuse, Giovanni Pernice and Gorka MárquezOn Friday, it was reported that American singer Meat Loaf had passed away at the age of 74, and the former Strictly pro shared a tribute to a man that had had a large impact on his life. Kevin shared a photo of the pair together when Meat Loaf had come to watch him perform as part of Burn the Floor back in 2009.WATCH: Meat Loaf has died aged 74"RIP Meatloaf," he wrote.

Strictly Come Dancing between 2014 and 2016.

ITV I'm A Celebrity: The Chase's Jenny Ryan flirts up a storm with David Ginola The comment came back in 2019 during the airing of a celebrity special version of The Chase with Mark 'The Beast' Labbett. He was facing off against Strictly pro dancer Kevin Clifton when Jenny tweeted: “NB I wasn't allowed to be the Chaser on this episode as producers wouldn't risk having me in the same room as @keviclifton… #TheChase”.

Louise Redknapp, 47, took part in Strictly Come Dancing back in 2016 when she was partnered with Kevin Clifton.The star has now opened up about her time leaving the show in a new interview, admitting she felt “vulnerable”.Louise has previously shared how she decided to leave her 19-year marriage to Jamie Redknapp following her time on the show.After reaching the finals, the singer admitted it made her reassess her priorities to “kids and music”.Speaking on a new podcast, Louise admitted this was a “vulnerable” time for her.She reflected on the early months of 2017, when she took on the role of Sally Bowles in Cabaret.She was appearing in the nationwide tour amid rumours she was seeking a divorce from Jamie.Chatting to Steve Anderson, Louise

Kevin Clifton took to Twitter to defend Rhys Stephenson after he danced an emotional Waltz with partner Nancy Xu to Light Up My Life by Whitney Houston.The former Strictly Come Dancing pro claimed Rhys never “gets the credits he deserves” when he felt the star was not getting enough love from fans on Twitter.Emotions were running high for CBBC presenter Rhys, 28, following his close call last week as he battled to keep his place in the competition. Rhys and Nancy, 30, were placed in the bottom two last weekend alongside Tom Fletcher and Amy Dowden, with the latter eliminated. This week, the pair came back fighting, earning a total of 35 points for their Waltz, which landed them in third place out of six remaining couples. Despite this, one

However, they have still not landed a place in the much-dreaded bottom two.Kevin appeared to believe that his performance had been likeable enough to avoid the dance-off in spite of any technical errors, much to the annoyance of some Strictly fans who thought they'd zoned in on a weakness.After Sunday's tense dance-off, Dan had tweeted: "I’m well aware that some people are furious that I’m still dancing, and that’s fine."He has also commented recently: "Please don’t shout at me! I’m having an amazing time, my kids are delighted and it’s only a TV show!"For those asking, I don’t know who is voting for us...

Express.co.uk has contacted the BBC for comment on this.Despite the fix claims, Gordon has already worked with the BBC on Bank Balance and Gordon Ramsay’s Future Food Stars.The public vote is also crucial in deciding who remains in the competition and who gets sent home, which means viewers ultimately have the final say on who they want to be saved, rather than the BBC or the judges.Of course, if Tilly does end up making it to the final, it would strongly contrast bookmaker Coral's odds that the Londoner could be the next star eliminated from the contest.The odds have taken a drastic slump for Tilly and her dance partner Nikita Kuzmin, with the numbers currently standing at 6-4 for them to be the next couple to receive the boot. The pair

“And what that tells me is any woman that is criticising them, those women would probably quite like to be that. You know, they see themselves as they could be quite as confident and sassy.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been on tenterhooks waiting for the latest instalment of The Kevin Clifton Show, after unexpected health issues left the ballroom star "hanging on for dear life".The 39-year-old has since issued an apology for the late running of the programme and spoken of the "bad cold" he was stricken with. "Both me and [sister] Jo have been pretty ill," he disclosed. "I was still performing in Rock of Ages, but I was hanging on for dear life with my voice."I was basically not talking because I had to do everything I could to protect [it]." He revealed that a virus had been spreading through the team like wildfire but, fortunately, he had tested negative for COVID."There's just this cold going round - it's not COVID, but