Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel Horwood says celebrities beg him to get on the BBC show

Rob Cross was “very unlucky” to miss out on selection from the Premier League to Joe Cullen.Cullen has been included in the eight players who compete in the Premier League, alongside Gary Anderson, Michael Smith, Peter Wright, Gerwyn Price, Michael van Gerwen, James Wade and Jonny Clayton.The 32-year-old owes his selection to his excellent recent form, which saw him win back-to-back Pro Tour titles with victory at Players Championship 4 in Wigan on the weekend. Cross won the European Championship in October and admitted recently in an interview with Oche180.com that he was “gutted and devastated” to miss out and slammed the decision-making process as “ruthless”.

The Apprentice star Karren Brady has defended Madonna after the star was criticised for sharing racy lingerie snaps on her Instagram page.Madonna, 63, has sparked backlash in recent months after posing up a storm in lingerie and fishnets for some X-rated snaps.Some of her 17.5 million followers have accused her of growing old disgracefully, while others have accused her of photoshopping her pictures after she showcased her pert rear in one of the snaps.Karen, 52, has now weighed in on the debate, saying Madonna should be able to wear whatever she wants at whatever age.She wrote in her column in The Sun: "Women should be able to wear what they want and do what they want without being shamed by anyone for any reason, especially age. "Just because you are 60 or 70 doesn't mean you have to dress like the older nuns on Call The Midwife.""You just know that some people will say that at 63 it's time for her to grow up.

James Haskell announced on Good Morning Britain that he and Chloe Madeley are expecting their first child together.The former England rugby star appeared on the ITV programme alongside his father-in-law and soon-to-be proud grandfather Richard Madeley.Prompting his son-in-law for the good news, the TV veteran quizzed James over the family news he had to share.Richard said: "And there's another thing that we now need to talk about and I'm now going to talk to you as your father-in-law and it's about my daughter Chloe - your wife - what do you want to tell us?"Well Richard, Chloe and I are expecting our first child," gushed James as co-star Ranvir Singh, 44, chirped: "Ahhhhh," at the sweet news. The rugby ace continued: "We're going to be having a little girl," turning to Richard he commented: "And you are going to be a grandfather once again."Ranvir led a round of applause in the studio.Richard interjected: "And we can see the child, Chloe has sent us this," as a scan picture flashed up on the screen."That's her three month scan, that's the little girl.

JAMES Haskell has revealed wife Chloe Madeley is pregnant with their first child. The retired rugby star, 36, announced his happy news live on Good Morning Britain today during an interview with his father-in-law Richard Madeley.

Tablo of South Korean hip-hop trio Epik High has voiced his appreciation for BTS and their leader RM.On the evening of Valentine’s Day (February 14), BTS’ leader RM shared several screenshots on Instagram Stories of himself listening to ‘Gray So Gray’ and ‘BRB’, two songs from Epik High’s new studio album, which dropped on the same day.“Oh they’re here..,” he captioned on a screenshot ‘Gray So Gray’, which is the lead single of the new record. In the Instagram Story, Rm also tagged the members of Epik High and featuring vocalist Younha.A fan soon posted a screenshot of RM’s Instagram Story on Twitter, which was later noticed by the Korean-Canadian musician.

Wonho has unveiled a teaser for the forthcoming music video of his new single, ‘Eye On You’.In the new visual, the idol looks fiercely into the camera as he navigates a maze of red thread. The song’s instrumental grows louder and more intense, and the clip cuts to Wonho in formation with a team of back-up dancers.

SHE is the Nineties music star who went from the top of the charts to rock bottom. But now Natalie Imbruglia is ready to play the fame game again after bursting back into the spotlight when she was unmasked as Panda — winner of The Masked Singer at the weekend. Next on the agenda is a new album and UK tour, following years of songwriter’s block.

KATIE Price's fiance Carl Woods has clapped back at one of her fans who accused him of using "bad" pictures of her on Instagram. The car dealer defended himself after one person berated him over his photos of the TV star.

Max George, who is making his debut on Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday, has revealed he fears he may clash with judge Craig Revel Horwood.

She’s currently playing Coronation Street battleaxe Evelyn Plummer, but it seems as if legendary actress – and new Dame – Maureen Lipman shares more than a little of her character’s no-nonsense, shoot-from-the-hip attitude.

Shirley Ballas welcomes HELLO! into her home this week to talk about everything from lockdown weight gain, counselling and the upcoming season of Strictly Come Dancing!MORE: Shirley Ballas reveals heated row with Craig Revel Horwood over hurtful commentsShirley, 60, spent the lockdown period in south London with her boyfriend of nearly two years, 47-year-old actor Daniel Taylor, and like all of us, put on a few extra pounds while cooped up during the coronavirus pandemic.But it wasn't until the Strictly Come Dancing judge paid a visit to her beloved mother that she decided to take action. WATCH: Shirley's reveals her favourite Strictly Come Dancing moments in 60 secondsShirley hilariously explained: "I went to visit my mother and she opened

Strictly Come Dancing aired a special tribute to Caroline Flack on Saturday night.Ahead of the new series, the BBC show has been airing various highlight episodes and the last one looked back at highlights from the many finals that have taken place over the years.And fans were left in tears as the episode closed with a poignant tribute to Caroline who won the show in 2014.The Love Island presenter died in February this year after she tragically took her own in her London flat.The emotional footage showed Caroline's Strictly journey to fans and featured tributes from Tess Daly, Claudia Winkleman, Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli, Janette Manrara and her Strictly partner Pasha Kovalev.Itroducting the tribute, Tess said: "We've had some

coronavirus curbs.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were overcome with emotion after viewing the show's moving tribute to Caroline Flack.Caroline, who won the 2014 season of Strictly alongside Pasha Kovalev tragically took her own life aged 40 at her north London flat in February 2020.Strictly alumni and singer Frankie Bridge paid tribute to Caroline alongside hosts Tess Daley and Claudia Winkleman, and judges Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Toniolo and professional dancers Pasha, Janette Manrara.Judge Bruno blew a kiss to the camera while saying: "We will always love Caroline and we will never forget you, my love."While Pasha gushed: "We saw how she transformed into that beautiful dancer with a big heart on her sleeve."Video footage of Flack's journey on the dancing

Strictly Come Dancing's fans were in tears over the show's Caroline Flack tribute.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has opened up on his reaction to the show's moving tribute for Caroline Flack.

STRICTLY Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood postponed his wedding to fiance Jonathan Myring to avoid the Covid restrictions. The judge, 55, is planning on avoiding a "Covid wedding" as he wants a "big and fun" celebration.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood is postponing his wedding due to coronavirus.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has slammed Rishi Sunak for his advice that arts workers should retrain.

Strictly Come Dancing is just weeks away from bursting back onto screens with an all-new lineup.The show is returning for its 18th season on BBC One with bosses at the network promising more glitz and glamour than ever seen before.Officially kicking things off, celebrity contestants will be partnered with a professional dancer ahead of the launch premiere on October 17, presented by non-other than Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.Judges Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood and head judge Shirley Ballas will once again be taking the seats on the judging panel, with Bruno Tonioli returning towards the end of the season.As 12 lucky contestants get ready to strut their stuff on the dancefloor, Daily Star Online is here to bring you up to speed on

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has promoted Shirely Ballas ' new memoir after she wrote of a row over him 'body-shaming' her.