Vincent Simone: Last News

TV presenter Annabel Giles has sadly died after being diagnosed with a brain tumour back in July, her children have announced in a statement. A statement shared to her Instagram by her children Molly and Tedd said their "incredible mother" died on Monday afternoon at Martlets Hospice in Hove. It read: "In July, Mum was diagnosed with a stage 4 Glioblastoma, a fast-growing and highly aggressive malignant brain tumour.

A former Strictly Come Dancing star has said one of this year's contestants will be going to Blackpool as a 'target' this year as they risk leaving the competition.

Former I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! campmate Vincent Simone has claimed that Oti Mabuse has the "upper hand" as she prepares for life in the Australia jungle. The cast of the 2024 series was announced earlier this week with the likes of Coleen Rooney, Danny Jones, Alan Halsall and GK Barry joining dancer Oti in camp.

Tom Dean, who was the first celebrity to be booted off the dance floor during this series of Strictly Come Dancing, seems to have fallen victim to the Strictly curse that has affected the relationships of both professional dancers and celebrity contestants throughout the show’s history. Olympic swimmer Tom, 24, has sadly split from his girlfriend Charlotte Phillips, whom he had been dating for a year.The medal-winning star, who was paired with pro Nadiya Bychkova on the dance show, was the first celebrity to leave Strictly this year following a dance off with Toyah Willcox and Neil Jones.

Strictly Come Dancing stars paid tribute to their late co-star Robin Windsor on Sunday night, 3 November. Many dancers and celebrities were in attendance at the evening, Robin Windsor: The Final Act, at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane to remember Robin, who passed away earlier this year at the age of 44. Robin appeared on Strictly Come Dancing from 2010 until 2014.

Tasha Ghouri has seemingly confirmed that being on Strictly Come Dancing really is a dream come true as she took a night off from preparing for her next performance for a night with 'legends' of the dance show.

Former Strictly Come Dancing pros have mocked the newly implemented 'chaperone' rules on the BBC show, following accusations of bullying during rehearsals. Ahead of the new series, which kicks off on Saturday, 14 September, a group of ex-Strictly stars have shared a video on social media, where they can be seen joking about the introduction of chaperones in rehearsals.

I'm A Celebrity will be returning to our screens this November, with Ant and Dec moving a new batch of famous faces into the infamous camp in the Australian jungle. Last year's series saw former Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson take home the title of King of the Jungle after making it to the final with Tony Bellew and Nigel Farage, but just who will be heading into the jungle this year? ITV are yet to confirm the identities of the famous faces heading Down Under, but the rumour mills have been going into overdrive with rumoured appearances.

The Strictly Come Dancing family is mourning the loss of one of their own, Robin Windsor.The talented dancer, who was a founding member of the Burn The Floor dance company, sadly passed away at the age of 44. His death was announced by his dance company, and tributes have been pouring in from fans and friends alike. Robin was a beloved figure on Strictly, even after he left the show.

Friends of Strictly star Robin Windsor launched a desperate three-day search after he went missing last week.

Robin Windsor's friends were left worried when he disappeared last week and launched a three day search to look for the Strictly star before he was tragically found dead in a London hotel room on Monday. Vincent Simone, who has been friends with Robin since they were teenagers, said that one of Robin's close friends started calling everyone when he couldn't be found. Sadly, it was too late, and Robin was later found dead at just 44 years old.

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Robin Windsor was announced dead in the early hours of Tuesday morning after he was found in a London hotel room at just 44 years old. The sad news about Robin's passing was shared by the Ballroom and Latin dance company Burn The Floor, where Robin was a founding member. Fans and friends quickly paid tribute to the beloved dancer who was part of the original Strictly line-up and remained a popular figure even after his departure from the show.

Strictly Come Dancing alumni Vincent Simone said viewers who believe Nigel Harman has been marked too harshly during this year’s competition are wrong. The 44 year old professional dancer, who appeared on the hit BBC show from 2006 to 2012, believes the judges have treated the former EastEnders actor, 50, and his partner Katya Jones fairly so far this season. It comes after fans of the show complained that Nigel had been consistently undermarked on Strictly - including last weekend’s Rumba and the previous week’s Quickstep.

TV presenter and actress Annabel Giles has died aged 64 after being diagnosed with a brain tumour in July, her children said in a statement.

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Vincent Simone has named who he thinks will win - but he says they're not the 'best dancer'. The Italian professional dancer, who appeared on the hit dance show from 2006 until 2012, has been casting an eye over this year's competition.

Former I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! star Vincent Simone has admitted he used to beg the show's crew to sneak him food during his time in the Australian jungle. The 44 year old professional dancer, who was a pro on Strictly Come Dancing from 2006 to 2012, starred on I'm A Celebrity in 2013, where he lasted 11 days. In an exclusive chat with OK!, Vincent, who is speaking on behalf of ICE36, shared some jungle secrets ahead of the return of I'm A Celebrity on Sunday, 19 November.

Strictly Come Dancing competitor Angela Rippon and ex-pro Ian Waite's surprise history has been revealed. Joining Kate Garraway and Richard Madeley on Monday's edition of Good Morning Britain, 28 August, alongside his pal and fellow dancer Vincent Simone, Ian was discussing the 78 year old journalist's upcoming Strictly journey when their connection cropped up. "Angela, she's just so youthful and I believe she can still do the splits...

The phrase “bog off” lives rent free in every millennial kid’s mind, thanks to the one and only Tracy Beaker.The children’s show, which was adapted from Jacqueline Wilson’s best-selling books, ran from 2002 to 2005 initially, before returning for multiple spin-off shows from 2010. But while we know that Tracy herself is now a mum to her daughter Jess, and has since moved to the cosy seaside town of Cooksea, what about the actor who played her, Dani Harmer? Not to mention the other OG Dumping Ground kids that we grew up with… From Louise and Justine to Dolly and Layla, here are all the Tracy Beaker cast’s transformations.

Strictly Come Dancing from 2006 until 2012, has dished on a royal encounter with Prince Charles and Camilla which left the Duchess of Cornwall "blushing".His comments come as the Strictly legend returns to the stage this autumn in his brand-new show Tango Passions.The dance champion addressed his previous show, Midnight Tango, alongside his pal Flavia Cacace, which was attended by the royals.It's not uncommon for the Argentine Tango King to have a host of celebrities in the audience watching his moves on stage.But one particular moment had left the future Queen Consort taken aback.Vincent explained: "I've had loads of celebs come and watch myself and Flavia, especially in the West End."The main one was Camilla, [Duchess of Cornwall] she came and watched my show, Midnight Tango at The Aldwych."I didn't even know until the very end when the company manager came and said, 'Guys we've got Camilla.She wants to come on stage with her security to meet all of you.'"We were like, 'Oh wow.'"He continued: "She came and we said hello and she asked me and Flavia if would be happy to teach Prince Charles to dance."I said, 'Yes, Flavia can do that.' But I said, 'I will dance with you Camilla.

Mayor of Guildford! “I lived there for 25 years,” said the 43-year-old Foggia-born dancer who competed in seven series of Strictly Come Dancing and is famous for igniting the viewers’ love for the Argentine tango. “I wanted to be the mayor of Guildford at one point! I love Guildford, it’s my favourite place in the whole of the UK. Being a dancer you become quite a sensitive person and I always go with the feeling and when I’m out on tour every place you go has a different feel.

Their lavish wedding was held in London hotel Claridge's where Rachel walked down the aisle to her own S Club 7 hit, I've Never Had A Dream Come True. The pair put on a visual show for their guests, including ice sculptures and orchids. Guests at the wedding included Coronation Street’s Kate Ford, known for playing Tracy Barlow, as well as former Strictly judge Arlene Philips. Having hit the spotlight in her teens as a singer, Rachel found some success as a solo artist after S Club's split.Her second album then peaked at 28 in the charts and plans for a third were later cancelled.She disappeared from the public eye for some years, before resurfacing in 2008 to compete on Strictly Come Dancing with partner Vincent Simone, and the pair came second.Rachel has since decided to focus on her family. She previously told the Daily Mail: "My first proper job was in fashion, but at lunchtimes I’d nip into the canteen at Sony Music for a free meal, because my brother worked there."One day, two producers came over and asked me if I could sing… [Now] my goal is to create my own fashion and lifestyle brand."