Strictly Come Dancing shares first update on 2021 series

Coronation Street fans think they have worked out how Amy Barlow came to be spiked.

Wanda Sykes, Amy Schumer and Regina Hall will be the hosts of the 2022 Academy Awards. After three years without a host, the Oscars are making up for lost time with three for its 94th ceremony. It has been 35 years since as many as three people hosted Hollywood’s biggest event, and never have that many women held the emcee position in a single night.

Julia Fox, fresh from her breakup with the artist formerly known as Kanye West, opened LaQuan Smith's New York Fashion Week show in black as the designer honored his beloved late mentor, Andre Leon Talley, with a moment of silence Monday night inside a century-old private club. His guests scattered around rooms at the Down Town Association, among the city's oldest private clubs, Smith put out a refined yet still signature sexy collection full of sparkle in gold, blue and red, and tiny minis with carved out cutouts in all the right places. After the show, Fox told The Associated Press of her split with Ye: “I love Kanye.

The Joker And The Queen by Ed Sheeran flies straight to Number 1 on the Official Trending Chart following the release of a brand-new version of the track with Taylor Swift.

Valentine's Day.But if you're anything like us, it can be a struggle to keep the beautiful blooms alive.Thankfully, there's a handy hack that stops petals falling so quickly.In the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips group on Facebook, a savvy user revealed you can use 2p coins to increase the longevity of flowers.Simply pop a few coppers in the bottom of your vase and jobs a good'un.The Facebook user shared a snap of their bouquet, explaining: “These are nearly 2 weeks old, with a 2p in the bottom! Definitely works.”Another agreed: “Works for me.”The Conversation says copper coins can be antimicrobial, which may be why they can be used to keep flowers looking freshly-picked.It explains: “Cut flowers begin to degrade almost instantly. Air and bacteria can block the small pores of the vascular system of plants, stopping vital water and food from being distributed around the flower, and they start to wilt.“So by reducing the microorganisms in the flower’s water you should be able to increase the life of your flowers.“So again, in theory, the copper in coins might be able to kill bacteria and keep cut flowers fresh."This isn't the only way to keep your flowers looking tip-top.Others shared their words of advice in the Facebook group, including sticking a needle in the stem below the buds.Apparently, this helps the buds to stand up straighter.Others recommend cutting the stems at an angle before placing them in water with plant food.Doing this is said to help the bouquet absorb more water and nutrients. For more lifestyle stories, sign up to the free Hot Topics newsletter here.

Rio Ferdinand claims Pep Guardiola is 'holding his middle finger up' to all his Premier League doubters as Manchester City continue to dominate.The Spaniard's side currently find themselves comfortably atop the Premier League's standings, nine points clear of nearest challengers Liverpool, having only played one game more.Since losing at home to Crystal Palace in late October, City have won 14 of their 15 league matches, only dropping points in a 1-1 draw at Southampton.Going into the season, many questioned whether Guardiola's team would be able to retain the Premier League title, especially given their lack of a recognised striker.Sergio Aguero departed for Barcelona last summer and City failed in their well-documented pursuit of Tottenham's Harry Kane, which led to many fearing the Sky Blues wouldn't have enough in attack.However, City have managed to hit a league-high 61 goals so far this season, the same amount as Liverpool, as their efforts have been spread around the team.Given their sheer dominance, Ferdinand believes Guardiola has silenced his doubters and essentially "put his middle finger up" to the rest of the Premier League.Can anyone stop Manchester City from winning the Premier League title again this season? Give us your thoughts in the comments section. “Points-wise it’s not over, but I just believe that City look too comfortable in their games," the former Manchester United defender admitted in the latest episode of Rio Ferdinand Presents FIVE. "City look like they're in total control all the time."There's no topsy-turvey games or moments where you go 'oh my god they're on the ropes they're going to get beat here'.

Rose Ayling-Ellis attended the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2022 wrap party with the fellow cast members, including close pal Luba Mushtuk.

SORTEDFood supplied some of his top tips for a quick and easy pasta carbonara style dish. Using feedback from his community of over 2.5 million YouTube subscribers from around the world, his easy recipe that breaks a few of the traditional rules to create the Italian classic, but still delivers on flavour.Ben has come up with clever hacks that deliver a great tasting carbonara without having to worry about sourcing the traditional – and often expensive – ingredients.From toasting black peppercorns to cooking the pasta in a frying pan and using basic supermarket spaghetti, Ben’s recipe is guaranteed to impress.Check them out below…One of the most important things when cooking carbonara is choosing the right cut of pork to deliver the meaty undertones for the sauce.The traditional Italian recipe for carbonara recommends using guanciale – a fatty cut of pork that comes from the jowl (cheek/jaw) of the pig, usually only found in Italian delis in the UK.Ben opts for more basic smoked pancetta – easy to find in most local supermarkets, and at a fraction of the cost, but delivers a similar meaty flavour.Ben commented: “Black pepper is, arguably the second most important flavour for the dish.

Nick Holdsworth The 67-year-old woman stands alongside an open-backed truck in a city under martial law fearlessly berating the young paramilitary policemen sat impassively behind the wood and steel bars that hold them back – for now.She is somebody’s daughter, probably wife, mother, grandmother.“You’re protecting the dictator, General Min Aung Hlaing!” she shouts wagging her finger like a fierce school ma’am of old.The at times shaky mobile phone footage is among the viscerally powerful opening shots of Berlinale Panorama documentary “Myanmar Diaries.”“We cry for the girl that was shot in the head. They shot her on purpose….

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© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Gorka Marquez has shared a precious video of his daughter Mia fast asleep - and the tiny tot certainly is one sleeping beauty. The Strictly Come Dancing star was pictured cradling his baby in his arms as he showed her off to fans on Instagram, with the caption: "PAPA-PILOW vol 2. I think someone is a bit tired after a long day playing @glouiseatkinson #bestthing. "MORE: Gemma Atkinson's baby Mia is her spitting image in previously unseen childhood snapWATCH: Gorka Marquez's daughter Mia reacts to unusual dinnerProud mum Gemma Atkinson was quick to reply, saying: "Mi familia [heart emoji]," which translates to, "my family".

Gemma Atkinson has shared an adorable video of daughter Mia speaking Spanish with dad Gorka Marquez.Taking to Instagram Stories, Gemma, 36, filmed the one year old sitting in her high chair as she tucked into dinner, while Spanish dancer Gorka, 30, chatted to her. Little Mia was heard repeating “hola” to dad Gorka as proud mum Gemma captured the sweet moment.

Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse reassured Emmerdale’s Charley Webb that she wasn’t as bad at learning dance routines as she thought.The professional dancer said she picked up numbers pretty quickly, despite the actress admitting that she struggled to nail the moves.Oti made her comments on Instagram last night.The 30-year-old TV star responded to a Story, which the mum-of-three shared with her 502,000 followers.Charley, who regularly films TikTok videos with her husband Matthew Wolfenden and their eldest son Buster, 10, had asked fans what video she should attempt next.The couple are also parents to Bowie, five, and Ace, one.“So all your messages about what TikTok to do next.

Strictly Come Dancing couple Maisie Smith and HRVY reportedly saw sparks fly after they met on last year’s BBC competition.Sadly, despite things apparently heating up at the show’s wrap party in December, the pair have now reportedly called it quits due to the difficulties of lockdown causing their spark to “fizzle out”.EastEnders actress Maisie and singer HRVY instantly had a connection on the show, and as they grew closer over the course of 10 weeks of training with their professional dance partners Gorka Marquez and Janette Manrara, things reportedly finally came to a head at the show wrap party.The gorgeous duo, who both made it to the final, were allegedly spotted sharing a sexy smooch as the celebrities and pros alike all got into the

Bill Bailey, Emily Atack, Jamali Maddix and Judi Love are on the celebrity pa nel with a new guest panellist each week. Episode one saw Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen join the judges.

JANETTE Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have delayed their baby plans for a year as they signed up for Strictly 2021. The professional couple originally planned to have a baby this year after realising there was no "perfect time".

Karen Hauer took to social media today with some exciting news for Strictly Come Dancing fans.The 38-year-old dancer has been named as one of the professionals in the 2021 line-up.Karen will be back for her 10th series when the BBC show returns to screens in the Autumn.The announcement makes her the longest-serving female professional dancer in the series.Of course, Strictly legend Anton Du Beke holds the overall title, having been a part of the cast since the very first series back in 2004.Karen took to social media this morning to share her delight at the news.“I am absolutely bursting with pride and happiness that I can now announce I am confirmed for my TENTH series of @bbcstrictly,” she wrote on Instagram today.“I don’t talk too much

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine The Strictly Come Dancing professionals have been confirmed for the upcoming 2021 series! Although we still have a few months to wait to find out the celebrity contestants and who will be partnered with who, the BBC has revealed that pro favourites including Dianne Buswell, Giovanni Pernice and Oti Mabuse will all be back for the much anticipated new show. Keep reading for the full line up. . . WATCH: Oti Mabuse won for Strictly a second consecutive year in 2020Aljaž ŠkorjanecAljaž clinched the prize with Liverpudlian model and TV presenter Abbey Clancy during the first all-female final in Strictly history back in 2013.

STRICTLY bosses will be doing a victory dance after persuading Oti Mabuse to stick with the show despite attempts to poach her. Producers feared the popular South African dancer, 30, would be tempted to quit the BBC1 programme having already been headhunted by ITV as a panellist on The Masked Dancer.

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Gorka Marquez has opened up on plans for his dream wedding with Gemma Atkinson. Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Gorka, 30, popped the question to former Hollyoaks actress Gemma, 36, on Valentine’s Day.