Strictly Come Dancing confirm Blackpool return after two- year absence

Helen Skelton threw her support behind her Strictly co-star Ben Fogle after his emotional post about his son's death.Animal Park star Ben took to Instagram on Wednesday (August 24) with a heartbreaking post about his late son Willem, who tragically died a stillborn back in 2014.In his powerful post, the TV presenter admitted the pain "never goes a way" and that he misses his son dearly even though he never got to know him.READ MORE: Strictly fix row as Helen Skelton claims she can't dance despite winning awardHe also told his 478k followers that losing Willem reminded him to "chase happiness" and to "make the most of every moment".Ben's post clearly resonated with his pal Helen as she decided to share the post to her Instagram Story so her 322k followers could see it.Both Helen, 39, and Ben, 48, have been confirmed to take part in this year's series of BBC's Strictly, which is due to return next month..In her post, Helen simply wrote: "This" with two raised-hand emojis that highlighted her appreciation.Ben shared a sweet snap of his family, including his wife Marina and their two children, Iona and Ludovic.The dad began in his post: "August 24, Austria," which was the time and place he lost his son Willem.He went on: "The date we lost little Willem. A little boy I love and miss dearly even though I never got to know him."While the pain never goes away, it is like the surf, it sweeps in and out and with time you learn to surf.

ADAM Peaty has announced that he has split from girlfriend Eiri Munroe as the Strictly curse has struck again. The Olympic swimmer, who took part in the BBC1 dance show last year, shared the news on Instagram this evening.

Helen Skelton's ex husband Richie Myler has revealed that his sister is expecting a baby.The rugby ace shared the happy news on Instagram by sharing a snap of his sister Rachel showing off a baby bump as she posed in the sea with her partner Thomas."@rachelmylerx and @thomasmusa congratulations," he captioned the sweet shot.READ MORE: Inside Helen Skelton's net worth and marriage as Countryfile star announces StrictlyRachel posted on her own Instagram that her baby is due next year."We can't wait to meet you…" she wrote.

Loose Women's Brenda Edwards has praised Ed Sheeran for supporting her following the death of her son Jamal Edwards. Jamal, who founded the music platform SBTV, which helped launch the careers of huge stars such as Ed and Rita Ora, died at the age of just 31 after he collapsed at his west London home in February.Brenda, 53, has thanked Ed and his family for their support during the heart-breaking ordeal.

Helen Skelton’s ex-husband Richie Myler has shared his delight on social media, after learning that his sister Rachel is expecting a baby. The 32 year old rugby player, who plays for the Leeds Rhinos, shared the happy family news on Tuesday 23 August, as he took to Instagram to share a sweet photo of his sister. The proud brother, who split from Countryfile presenter Helen earlier this year, shared a photo from his sister’s Instagram account that featured her posing alongside her longterm beau Thomas, while sporting a baby bump.

BBC's Strictly Come Dancing is the highlight of the autumn TV calendar and fans of the show are in for a special treat this year as a new themed episode will be making it's debut. Celebrating 100 years of the BBC, the fun-filled new theme will see each of the couples take to the Strictly ballroom floor, either dancing to a theme tune from an iconic BBC programme or in tribute to one of the BBC’s most loved services.

Kym Marsh is hard at work training for Strictly Come Dancing.The 46-year-old star was announced to be one of this year's contestants for the long-running celebrity BBC dancing competition. And the former Coronation Street actress has given her fans a glimpse into her training as she prepares to take to the famous dancefloor at Elstree Studios.

Countryfile presenter Helen Skelton is currently the bookies' favourite to win the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing.

The return of Strictly Come Dancing is almost upon us after a launch date of September 17 was announced. The 20th series of the Saturday evening TV staple looks set to mark the occasion in style, after the themed weeks were also confirmed.

Former Coronation Street star Kym Marsh has posted a number of snaps to Instagram as she cuddled up to her husband Scott Ratcliffe on a trip - days after she became a grandmother for the second time. The 46 year old, who found fame as part of pop band Hear'Say in 2001, enjoyed a romantic getaway with her husband of almost a year at a hotel the UK, where they enjoyed dinner and spa treatments.

Kym Marsh is gearing up for the start of Strictly Come Dancing.MORE: Strictly Come Dancing 2022: all the celebrities confirmed to take partBut before she takes to the dance floor, the actress is making the most of some quality time with her husband, Scott Ratcliff. WATCH: Kym Marsh reveals army boyfriend isn't returning home as plannedKym, 46, and Army officer Scott enjoyed a romantic weekend away at boutique hotel and spa, The Swan, in the Lake District.READ: Kym Marsh reveals excitement after son confirms baby newsMORE: Kym Marsh planned sudden wedding amid heartbreaking family newsShe later shared a series of photos with fans – including one intimate image that showed her cuddled up to Scott in a jacuzzi.

The Countryfile and former Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton, who is in the lineup for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, won a tap-dancing competition as a teenager – but has insisted she cannot dance. When asked to reveal a little known secret about herself in an unearthed 2016 interview, Skelton replied: “I won a Ken Dodd tap-dance award when I was 17. “Not a lot of people know this, but I’m very good at tap-dancing.

Countryfile presenter Helen Skelton is one of many celebrities taking to the Strictly Come Dancing stage ahead of the show returning later this year.

Strictly Come Dancing. The line-up of celebrities taking part in the long-running BBC dance competition was revealed earlier this month. Among them is Helen Skelton, the former Blue Peter presenter who is joining the series months after splitting for her husband, Richie Myler, reports the Mirror.

Steph McGovern is approached to take part in Strictly Come Dancing, and every year she turns it down – including this one.MORE: Strictly Come Dancing 2022: all the celebrities confirmed to take part"I think it's a brilliant show. And I’ve got some friends on it again this year, including Helen Skelton, who I'm really pleased is doing it.

Strictly Come Dancing - despite winning a tap award named after Ken Dodd.The 39-year-old Countryfile presenter is set to appear on this year's series of the hit BBC One dancing show, which returns next month.It comes after her recent marriage split from rugby star Richie Myler back in April this year.READ MORE: Inside Helen Skelton's net worth and marriage as Countryfile star announces StrictlyLast week, Helen said people keep asking her if she can already dance, before claiming she couldn't and that you sign up to the show to learn your way around the ballroom.She told BBC's radio 5 Live: "People keep saying, ‘Can you dance?’ and I say, ‘No’ because isn’t it the point to learn to dance?"However, she bagged a prestigious Ken Dodd tap dancing award 22 years ago when she was just a teenager.When asked to reveal a secret about herself in 2016, Helen said: "I won a Ken Dodd tap-dance award when I was 17."The Cumbrian star later added: "Not a lot of people know this, but I’m very good at tap dancing.

Strictly Come Dancing camp concerning last year’s champion Giovanni Pernice have reportedly “raised eyebrows” among some of the show’s professional dancers. The BBC competition is set to return to our screens next month, with celebrities including Will Mellor, Helen Skelton, Matt Goss and Fleur East all joining this year’s stellar line-up of contestants. While this year’s dance pairings are yet to be officially announced, reports have surfaced that suggest pro dancer Giovanni could be heading to the final once again, according to The Mirror .

STRICTLY star Helen Skelton was a Diddy bit out of step when she insisted she can’t dance — because she once won a tap award named after Ken Dodd. The TV presenter, who will be in the new series which starts next month, waltzed off with comic legend Doddy’s gong when she was a teenager.

The new series of Strictly Come Dancing will kick off on September 17, former contestant and TV presenter AJ Odudu has announced.The 34-year-old, who was forced to withdraw from the final of the dancing competition last year after suffering a torn ligament, revealed the news on The Big Breakfast alongside co-host Mo Gilligan. She said: “We do have the exclusive that the launch of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is going to be September 17.