Richie Anderson: Last News

The second contestant to exit Strictly Come Dancing is Richie Anderson and his partner Giovanni Pernice after a shock dance-off with Fleur East. The radio DJ was booted from the show tonight after being in the bottom two with singer Fleur.

Richie Anderson has been revealed as the second celebrity to depart the Strictly dance floor. After the second public vote, the 34-year-old TV and radio personality found himself up against Fleur East, 34, in the dance-off. Richie, also 34, then performed his Lion King routine with partner Giovanni Pernice for the second time after Saturday evening’s live show.The pair danced their head-turning samba to Hakuna Matata from the much-loved Disney movie.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have branded the BBC One show a "fix" after Fleur East ended up in the bottom two. Performer Fleur danced the American Smooth to Little Mermaid's Part Of Your World with her partner Vito Coppola and after impressive improvements, she scored 29 out of a possible 40 from the judges. READ MORE: Strictly Come Dancing results leaked hours before show leaving fans furiousAlthough she wasn't at the top of the leader board, she did find herself smack bang in the middle, but sadly the votes from the judges were not quite enough to keep her safe.

Richie Anderson and his professional dance partner Giovanni Pernice – who previously won last year’s series – have become the second couple to be voted off Strictly Come Dancing.

Claudia Winkleman, 50, chose to wear a pair of eye-catching silver glittery trousers paired with a blazer, but according to Strictly Come Dancing viewers it was not her best fashion move. Fans of the BBC show thought the pairing was not in line to her usual style with comments ranging from “bizarre” to others comparing her to a “cotton bud.” "Not keen on Claudia’s trousers tonight #Strictly," wrote one with another adding: "@bbcstrictly I’d have thought twice about wearing that blazer with those trousers Claudia." READ MORE I'm A Celebrity's Seann Walsh thanks fans as he reveals he's set to become a dad No stranger to the fashion police, Claudia has had her fair share of harsh outfit comments in the past.She was blasted last year for appearing as if she was going for a workout rather than hosting a dancing competition.Viewers ripped into her choice of shorts and cardigan combination with one commenting: “Claudia just rocked up from the gym ha ha.”But equally the fashionista’s brave fashion choices have seen fans flock to get their hands on a similar outfit.Appearing in a grey sequin shirt from Mint Velvet last year the shirt sold out almost within minutes after her stylish appearance.It would seem Claudia was not the only star getting slated for poor outfit choices last night though as Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice’s Lion King-themed dance routine left many less than impressed.The duo threw themselves into the movie week theme appearing as Timon and Pumbaa for their Samba to Hakuna Matata but fans were quick to sum up their look as “unforgivable” and resembling their costumes to looking more like a onesie.One viewer added: "Embarrassing for Gio.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans slammed the judges for "overmarking" Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice in tonight's show. The pair opened Movie Night with a fun Lion King routine dressed as lovable duo Timon and Pumbaa.

As week three of Strictly Come Dancing got underway on Saturday night, fans of the show were treated to a collection of ballroom numbers inspired by the iconic films in the much loved staple of the series: movie week. Dancing to everything from Top Gun to the Lion King, there was even room for a little intergalactic fun inspired the Guardians of the Galaxy.

Strictly Come Dancing’s fan favourite movie week got underway on Saturday evening as week three of the competition kicked into full swing. Tasked with the daunting challenge of being the first to perform, Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice were the first couple to take to the floor in an animated Samba performance set to the Lion King classic Hakuna Matata.

Strictly Come Dancing with last year’s winner Giovanni Pernice. However, before he took to the dance floor, he bravely chose to set an example by coming out as gay to his football teammates on national television. Before Richie joined the Strictly cast of 2022, he was best known for working on BBC Radio 2's The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show.The likeable personality was also formerly a Sunday League footballer who played for Coombs Wood F.C.After a match in 2018, Richie made the bold decision to come out to his teammates as part of a documentary for The One Show, which aimed to highlight homophobia in the sport.Speaking to his teammates on camera, he said: "One of the big issues we've looked at this week, erm, it's really close to my heart, is homophobia in football.READ MORE: "The reason why that means a lot to me is – I'm a gay footballer.So I just wanted to be open and honest with you lot.

Strictly Come Dancing had a stellar week two and as week three kicked off, the social media account for the BBC series shared a very in depth behind the scenes look.The official Strictly Twitter account shared footage of exactly what the contestants and their professional partners say to each other when their microphones are turned off during their routines. Along with a video montage of some of last week’s best moments on the dancefloor they wrote: “Hidden mic time! Listen to the secret sounds of #Strictly Week Two!” It’s fair to say that Katya Jones got fully into character as she and her partner, football legend Tony Adams, could be heard chatting away as they performed their Charleston set in a pie n mash shop.

FANS were left confused last night after Strictly couple Giovanni Pernice and Richie Anderson sit SEPARATELY on It Takes Two. The pair - who dance together on the BBC competition - were separated during the show, while all the other celebrities sat side-by-side with their professional partners.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice doubled down on denials he's feuding with Richie Anderson behind the scenes. The pair scored a huge 32 out of 40 for their energetic routine last week, but away from the dancefloor, the pair have been subjected to rumours about their friendship. Sources claimed the pair were struggling in rehearsals, but Giovanni hit back at the claims, insisting the two of them get on really well as he praised the radio DJ for his commitment to training.

Peter Andre has slammed those who have criticised Strictly Come Dancing for being “too woke” and said “they’re overdoing it”.The BBC One dancing show recently came under fire for its same sex partnerships and the diversity of the contestants. Radio 2 presenter Richie Anderson is partnered with Giovanni Pernice, while comedian Jayde Adams is in a pairing with Karen Hauer.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were in floods of tears this weekend as they spotted professional dancer Giovanni Pernice’s nod to his previous partner Rose Ayling-Ellis.The pair were partnered for the 2021 series and lifted the coveted Glitterball trophy together after a series of incredible routines, including a moment of silent dancing as a nod to Rose’s experiences as a Deaf woman.This year, Giovanni is partnered up with Richie Anderson, and were lucky enough to make it through another tough week after Kaye Adams found herself on the wrong side of the dance-off. READ MORE: Strictly’s Kaye Adams makes X-rated confession after wild training session The first week in October saw celebs’ scores combined with what they got last week, before anyone was axed from the programme.The judges’ scores were then combined with a public vote, with Kaye Adams and Matt Goss finally deemed to be in the dance-off.But during the tense moment in which the celebs and their professional partners gathered to hear the results, Giovanni couldn’t resist paying a sweet tribute to his previous partner.Giovanni and radio DJ Richie thanked fans three times in British Sign Language after learning they would be dancing again next week.The sign involves tipping the fingers of one hand from the chin downwards to mean ‘thank you’.At home, viewers found the gesture to last year’s winner incredibly moving, as one fan commented on Twitter: “Giovanni still saying thank you in BSL got me all up in my emotions!”“I’m glad Giovanni is still doing the BSL for thank you,” someone else posted with a row of crying emojis.A third penned: “First Giovanni thank you of the season and he’s STILL SIGNING IT!”For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you

STRICTLY star Richie Anderson has revealed "gruesome" injuries ahead of tonight's second performance. Radio 2 host Richie, 34, who is partnered with pro dancer Giovanni Pernice, said the gruelling training has left him with some grim feet injuries. "I’ve lost two toenails.

Giovanni Pernice has hit back at claims that he and Richie Anderson haven't "clicked" after being paired together on this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing. Giovanni, 32, and radio host Richie, 34, appeared on spin-off show It Takes Two where they appeared to address claims of a feud between them. Host Janette Manrara asked them how training has been going following the first live show on 24 September, to which Giovanni replied: "We’re having a good time, we’re definitely having a good time.

Strictly pro Giovanni Pernice has called his dance partner Richie Anderson a "perfect student" as rumours of tension rumble on.The duo are dancing together in the BBC ballroom contest in a same-sex partnership.And just days into the competition there is already speculation about what's going on behind the scenes, with a source telling The Sun that Giovanni and Richie "haven't clicked".READ MORE: Helen Skelton tried to do runner from Strictly by fleeing through fire door before showHowever, there was no sign of that as they unveiled a cute video on Instagram of them dancing.In the clip, Gio introduces the Radio 2 presenter by saying: "Ladies and gentlemen it's Giovanni and Richie here, and today my perfect student now slash best teacher in the world is going to teach you a Cha Cha Cha."Richie then showed off his moves, bouncing through a Cha Cha Cha and demonstrating what to do with your knees and hips as Giovanni looked on proudly."Shoulders back, arms out, point your toes," said Richie, muttering "pesto, pasta, pesto..." to help him keep time.Smiling, he asked Giovanni if he gave him a score of 10."Eleven!" the dancer replied.At the end, the pair clutched hands in a traditional ballroom stance as they urged fans: "Keep dancing!"Strictly viewers were charmed by the video, calling it "too cute" and saying that Giovanni and Richie had "got this"."I hope the rumours are false," said one fan.Rumours of backstage troubles have been swirling for days, with The Sun quoting a source as saying: "The pair haven't clicked.

STRICTLY Come Dancing star Richie Anderson and his pro partner Giovanni Pernice looked deep in thought as they left rehearsals separately yesterday. Radio 2 host Richie was seen heading to lunch alone amid reports they have had a rocky start to the competition.

Katya Jones said she has "disconnected" from showbiz and isn't bothered about what people think about her.The 33-year-old told Tim Lovejoy that she learned "the hard way" after going from competitive dancing with ex husband Neil Jones to being in the spotlight on Strictly Come Dancing"Nobody prepares you for it," she said of first coming onto the BBC show back in 2016."Obviously I've learned the hard way from simply just doing interviews and talking to people and suddenly being on front of the press."But, I've grown so much from it and evolved so much that honestly now, it really doesn't matter.

Strictly Come Dancing professional James Jordan, 44, regularly shares his honest opinion about the show's dancing duos on social media.

Strictly Come Dancing's Richie Anderson had been plagued by rumours that he "hadn't clicked" with his dance partner Giovanni Pernice, who won the Glitterball trophy last year along with Rose Ayling-Ellis. However, the 34-year-old quickly refuted the rumour with a gushing Instagram tribute thanking the Italian dance pro for his partnership.Sharing a clip from the Strictly launch show with almost 50,000 followers, Richie wrote: "A moment I'll never forget and so grateful I got to share it with @giovannipernice."He praised: "Thank you Gio for being the most amazing teacher over the past fortnight.