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John Whaite has opened up about what it was like to get his first “intimate wax” in 14 years following his cryptic messages about his relationship with his fiancé Paul Atkins.The Strictly star, 32, opened up about his relationship with the graphic designer on Steph’s Packed Lunch back in February as he explained how the pair had “grown apart” after more than a decade together.On the Channel 4 show, the star shared his belief that their independence since their separation had “strengthened their relationship.”Now, the Great British Bake Off winner has revealed he has gone bare downstairs as the summer months roll in, but confessed cosmetic procedure was as painful as one would think after he struggled to hold back his “screams.”On Friday (June 17), the TV chef took to his Instagram account to share his thoughts after the brutal procedure as he caught up with his loyal legion of fans on social media.In the candid clip, the presenter confessed the wax was just as bad as he remembered it to be all those years ago.He admitted: “I’ve just had my first intimate wax. First time in 14 years.

Strictly's Johannes Radebe has gushed over his close bond with former dancing partner John Whaite. The professional dancer was teamed up with the famous baker in 2021 in the program's first ever same-sex pairing.

Johannes Radebe has opened up about his special connection with John Whaite, three years after they danced together on Strictly Come Dancing.The pair made history as the show's first same-sex couple in 2021, and Johannes can't help but reminisce about their incredible bond even now. Spilling the tea on this week's episode of The Jonathan Ross Show, set to air on Saturday, April 13 on ITV, the 36 year old professional dancer shared his fond memories of dancing with the "caring" former Great British Bake Off winner.

Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe has broken his silence on dance partner John Whaite ’s recent romantic revelations about him, after the pair were partnered up on the iconic BBC show. The South African dancer, 36, was paired with John, 34, for the 2021 series of Strictly and while the duo struck up a strong friendship, John recently admitted that he had “fallen in love” with Johannes on the show, despite being engaged to someone else.

John Whaite has opened up about his time on Strictly Come Dancing where he fell in love with his professional dance partner Johannes Radebe.

Former Bake Off winner John Whaite has confessed that he almost succumbed to the 'dreaded' Strictly curse during his stint on the popular BBC dancing show. Strictly Come Dancing celeb John, 34, revealed he 'fell in love' with his dancing partner Johannes Radebe when they danced together in 2021.Their chemistry on the dancefloor impressed viewers and the pair, who were the first same-sex couple on the BBC ballroom show, finished in second place after Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice. But it seems their chemistry off the dancefloor also continued as John revealed he fell in love with Johannes during the competition - despite the fact he was in a long term relationship with his now fiancé, Paul Atkins.

Strictly Come Dancing star John Whaite has broken his silence after it was revealed earlier this week that he had previously cheated on his fiancé. The 34 year old star, who first shot to fame on the Great British Bake Off back in 2012, took to social media on Tuesday to address reports of his infidelity, just one year on since becoming a household name on the 2021 series of Strictly.

John Whaite has admitted that he was unfaithful to his fiancé with "soap stars and celebrities" after finding fame, amid his confession that he and his partner briefly split shortly after he appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021.

John Whaite referenced his "mental" exhaustion from the Strictly Come Dancing campaign back in 2021 - shedding new light on the revelations that he 'fell in love' with dance partner Johannes Radebe. Former Great British Bake Off champ John, 34, admitted to The Times that he ended up falling for his professional partner, 36, while they were competing together on the hit show, resulting in a brief separation from his fiancé Paul Atkins. Exclusively catching up with OK! two years ago, he commented: "It's been more mentally challenging to have that stamina to learn a new dance every week and to be with the same person for 10 hours a day, 6 days a week practically.

The infamous Strictly Come Dancing 'curse' doesn't at all surprise the competition's co-host Claudia Winkleman. Over the years, high-profile names such as Kevin Clifton, Katya Jones, Diane Buswell, Seann Walsh, Rachel Riley and Stacey Dooley were each swept up in series romances - some even going beyond a quick fling and into parenthood, in the case of Kevin, 40, and Stacey, 36 - despite often boasting established relationships back at home. Weighing in on the subject with The Sun, Claudia, 51, previously theorised: "I understand [the pressure], it's very intense.

A former Strictly Come Dancing star as admitted that he fell victim to the 'Strictly' curse, when he 'fell in love' with his professional dance partner - whilst already in a relationship. Great British Bake Off winner John Whaite, 34, appeared on the BBC show in 2021, where he became the first ever contestant to be part of a same-sex dancing couple, when he was partnered with Johannes Radebe, 36. John has now revealed that he and his partner of 15 years, Paul Atkins, 'spent time apart' following the end of the series after he developed romantic feelings for Johannes.

Strictly star John Whaite has admitted he split from his fiancé after he fell “in love” with pro dancer Johannes Radebe.

Strictly star John Whaite has opened up about his romance with fiancé Paul Atkins – prompting a number of supportive comments from his fans.John, 33, took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a black-and-white snapshot of the couple smiling for the camera. WATCH: John Whaite makes Giovanni Pernice suffer!He explained in the caption: "Relationships are complicated - the ones we have with ourselves, and those that we share with others."They aren't a blissful merging of freedoms, but rather a complicated sharing of experiences, both joyous and painful.

Strictly Come Dancing star John Whaite says his relationship with his fiancé Paul Atkins is stronger after "growing apart" from each other.The 32-year-old Great British Bake Off winner appeared on the latest episode of Steph's Packed Lunch when he was asked his opinion about financial autonomy in relationships. In response, John revealed on the Channel 4 talk show that he and Paul had "grown apart" since the more intertwined beginning of their romance.He also shared his belief that their independence had "strengthened their relationship".John said: "I think independence - financial independence, social independence, independence in every way shape and form - in a relationship is key.

John Whaite confessed he “cried every day” during his Scottish retreat with his loving partner Paul Atkins after he finished filming Strictly Come Dancing.During Tuesday’s instalment of Steph’s Packed Lunch, the TV chef, 32, confessed he was depressed after the 19th series of the popular BBC One dance competition ended last month.The Strictly star made it all the way to the grand final with his professional partner Johannes Rabede where he was pipped to the post by EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis and her Italian partner Giovanni Pernice.Following his whirlwind experience on the ballroom competition, the blonde hunk took a much-needed retreat with his loving boyfriend during the run up to Christmas to process the 14-week long series in peace.However, the Great British Bake Off winner revealed that taking a Scottish break in the wake of the series was the wrong thing to do as he “cried every day” during his retreat.He told viewers at home: "I went to Scotland after Strictly to live in a little cabin and get away from it all and I cried every day I was that depressed. "It was the wrong thing to do, from Strictly to the Scottish Highlands it was a bit much, a bit polarising." Steph sympathised: "Oh but it's gorgeous there, great to like [get away from everything]." Despite the winter wonderland scenery, the star still struggled to cope without the glitz and the glamour of Strictly life as he confessed how he wasn't ready to leave the show behind last month.

There's no stopping Great British Bake Off winner John Whaite who has danced his way into the Strictly final. The talented star has been impressing judges and Strictly viewers to no end, while partnered with Strictly Come Dancing professional Johannes Radebe.

Strictly Come Dancing, John Whaite rose to fame when he won The Great British Bake Off in 2012 – aged just 23 – but is now taking the world of dancing by storm.The Lancashire-born baker is partnered with Johannes Radebe for the popular BBC One dancing competition, which comes to an end next weekend.Away from Strictly, John is loved-up with his fiancé Paul Atkins. The pair have been together for more than 12 years, and after selling their London pad, they moved to Leeds – where they both now reside together.

Strictly final just around the corner, John Whaite is looking forward to his plans for after the show.MORE: Exclusive: John Whaite reveals big future plans with Johannes after StrictlyIn an exclusive interview with HELLO!, John revealed that he is going on a romantic holiday with his partner Paul Atkins over the Christmas period. WATCH: AJ and Kai experience mishap as they perform salsa in Strictly quarterfinalThe pair got engaged in 2017, having been in a relationship since 2008, and John is intending to spend some quality time with Paul once the show is over. He said: "I'm looking forward to spending time with my partner.

Strictly Come Dancing star John Whaite has revealed he's planning a quiet Christmas in a cabin in Scotland with his fiancé Paul Atkins. After admitting starring on the BBC One show has been “so manic”, John says that he and Paul are going to “dedicate” this Christmas to each other as they haven’t been able to spend much time together.

Strictly star John Whaite has had a difficult rise to fame since he won The Great British Bake Off in 2012.The Lorraine chef has battled with bulimia, depression and fear of homophobic 'hate' for his all-male partnership on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing.The Lancashire born 32-year-old is currently partnered with Johannes Radebe and the pair frequently top the leaderboard. They make up the second ever same-sex couple on the show.John won Bake Off when he was a 23-year-old university student.

Strictly Come Dancing's John Whaite was sweetly surprised by his fiancé Paul Atkins during rehearsals on Saturday's show.The Great British Bake Off 2012 winner, 32, went on to get the highest Samba score of the series with pro partner Johannes Radebe as they received 38 points from the judges after their routine to Acuyuye by DLG. Ahead of the routine, John was sweetly surprised by his fiancé Paul during rehearsals with Johannes, 34, even teaching him some of their dance moves.