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STRICTLY'S John Whaite placed his hand affectionately on his partner Johannes Radebe's leg as they left It Takes Two in the back of a taxi on Thursday night. The Bake Off star, 32, and his professional dancer, 34, looked cosy as they departed the TV studios in London together to head home.

John Whaite is making history on the Strictly dancefloor as he competes in the first all-male partnership on the show with Johannes Radebe.READ: Strictly stars John Whaite and Johannes Radebe on the 'impact' of their partnershipThe pair have already become quick fan favourites due to their infectious personalities and incredible routines, that often see them on the upper end of the judges' leaderboard.WATCH: Hilarity ensues as Strictly's Week five mics are releasedBut when he's not training hard, John spends time at home with fiancé Paul Atkins. Here's everything we know about their relationship…John Whaite is 32-years-old and rose to fame when he won the third series of The Great British Bake Off back in 2012.

John Whaite had initial reservations about being in a same-sex couple on Strictly Come Dancing.

Strictly Come Dancing star John Whaite has been flooded with comments thanks to his latest selfie.

STRICTLY Come Dancing's John Whaite almost FORGOT about his boyfriend Paul Atkins as he admitted that dancing with pro partner Johannes Radebe is the "happiest time of his life". The 32-year-old TV chef was forced to correct himself as he gushed about his time on the BBC dance show on It Takes Two this evening.

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterBake Off star John Whaite is going down in the history books as the first celebrity to dance with another man on Strictly Come Dancing.The TV baker is no stranger to reality TV competitions though, because he shot to fame as the winner of the third series of The Great British Bake Off in 2012.32-year-old John has become a familiar face on television as a regular presenter on Steph's Packed Lunch on Channel 4.He's now set to make history on the hit BBC One show as one half of the first ever male dancing pair, having been partnered up with Strictly pro Johannes Radebe.It comes after Olympic boxer Nicola Adams was paired up with Katya Jones as they became the first ever

Bake Off star John Whaite is making history on Strictly Come Dancing 2021 as the first ever celebrity to be paired with another man on the BBC show. Last year, we saw Olympic boxer Nicola Adams paired with professional dancer Katya Jones for the first same-sex and all-female partnership, and John will lead the way this year.

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterCountdown star Susie Dent and her husband Paul Atkins "did all they could" to make their marriage work, but ultimately ended their relationship after nearly 20 years of marriage.Despite many efforts to try and save their relationship, the pair parted ways but remain amicable and will continue to put their young daughters first.The couple are reportedly working on the best arrangement possible for their two daughters, Lucy, 17, and Thea, nine. A friend of the couple told The Sun that they had done all they could prior to their split and are currently trying to make the most of a "heartbreaking scenario".

Countdown star Susie Dent and husband Paul Atkins "did all they could" to make their marriage work.

Countdown star Susie Dent and her husband of 20 years have called it a day, it has been reported.

COUNTDOWN star Susie Dent has split with her husband of almost 20 years. The 56-year-old dictionary expert, who first joined the Channel 4 show in 1992, has been living apart from teacher Paul Atkins for the past year.

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterSad news for Countdown fan favourite Susie Dent, as it's believed she has split up from her husband of 20 years, Paul Atkins.The wordsmith, 56, first joined Countdown's Dictionary Corner back in 1992.She regularly wows fans with her knowledge, and regularly teaches people new words.The Sun is reporting that she has now split from her teacher husband Paul Atkins on amicable terms.A source told them that it is a "very sad situation" and that Susie has "handled everything stoically".They added: “She has ploughed on professionally with all aspects of her working life and is simply trying to make the most of a heartbreaking scenario."Obviously Susie and Paul did all they

Countdown's Susie Dent has reportedly split from her husband of nearly 20 years, Paul Atkins. The 56 year old is said to have been living apart from the teacher over the last year after they decided to part ways.

Countdown star Susie Dent has broken up with her husband of 20 years, it has been reported.

Channel 4 star Susie Dent may be one of the longest-serving members on the Countdown panel, but first and foremost, being a mother is at the top of her priority list.MORE: Rachel Riley's adorable baby daughter causes a stir on Countdown setWriting in The Times column Day In The Life, the 55-year-old - who is married to primary school teacher Paul Atkins - gave fans a rare insight into her family life with her partner and their two daughters, Lucy, 20, Thea, 12.Of spending time with her children, she said: "I'm an early bird, up at 6. Morning is mum-time.

Susie Dent has been a part of Countdown since 1992.Tonight sees the lexicographer feature in a compilation style episode of the Countdown spin-off series 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.The episode will look back on the outtakes of the recent series.Susie keeps her private life out of the spotlight, but she is still married to primary school teacher Paul Atkins.The couple are reported to live with their daughters Thea and Lucy in Oxford.In the past, the Countdown star has spoken of why she keeps her family life away from the spotlight.During an interview with Female First, Susie admitted why she is a "private person".She said: "It was a tricky decision for me to sign up for social media because I am a really private person and I don't like

Susie Dent is well known for appearing on Countdown alongside Rachel Riley.Susie has been apart of the tea time show for nearly 30 years after starting in 1992.Tonight she will appear on the cross over version of the show as the 8 out of 10 Cats team try to take on the word game.Susie is married to husband Paul Atkins who is a primary school teacher.It is not known when the pair tied the knot as Susie keeps her life out of the public eye.She has previously spoken out on why she prefers to keep her private life away from the spotlight.While talking to Female First, Susie said: "It was a tricky decision for me to sign up for social media because I am a really private person and I don't like to have too much attention, despite my job on TV."I

Susie Dent first joined the Countdown team in 1992.Tonight she will join Jimmy Carr, and Rachel Riley in the latest series of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown as it returns to our screens.