Strictly's Amy Dowden opens up on battling Crohn's disease and fears it could end career

Jennifer Garner shared an act of kindness on her Instagram story on Monday, buying $100 worth of coffee for those behind her.The 49-year-old actress took to her Instagram story on Monday with a brief video of her at a Starbucks getting her order.The video is captioned, 'No. 48 Coffee is always a worthwhile little act of kindness,' the 48th in a series of 50 acts of kindness she's seemingly doing in the 50 days leading up to her 50th birthday in April.

Russian model Irina Shayk was seen headed to a Santa Monica, California gym Tuesday after sending a message in support of Ukraine in the wake of the invasion from Russia.The 36-year-old supermodel donned an all-black athletic wear ensemble of a long-sleeved top with blue Yeezy trainers.Shayk wore black sunglasses and a necklace on the sunny day and carried a dark brown purse. The latest:Russian model Irina Shayk, 36, was seen headed to a Santa Monica, California gym Tuesday after sending a message in support of Ukraine in the wake of the invasion from RussiaThe Yemanzhelinsk, Russia native on Monday took to Instagram with an image of a peace sign, in expressing her support for the people of Ukraine.'No To War,' the 5ft10 beauty, who shares four-year-old daughter Lea De Seine Shayk Cooper with ex Bradley Cooper, 47, captioned the post.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse, 40, took to Twitter yesterday to express her anger at the way those affected by the conflict in Ukraine have been described.She urged her followers to “stop saying Ukraine people are inspiring!!!!!” and suggested that the situation is much more sad than it is ‘inspiring’.She added: “It’s not inspiring seeing woman and children suffer!!! (sic)“It’s sad.”The Strictly star also shared a quote from the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which read: “Do prove that you are with us, do prove that you will not let us go, do prove that you indeed are Europeans.“And then life will win over death and light will win over darkness…”In response to her Twitter outburst, @Emijo71replied: “But the spirit of facing the enemy and not shying from resistance is admirable.“I’m inspired by the soldiers and the plucky rescue services across Europe.”Motsi has continued to reveal her thoughts about the Russian invasion of Ukraine on social media.In view of her 72,000 followers, the professional dancer has been sharing tweets, reacting to the situation in Ukraine.Yesterday, Motsi admitted she feared that the conflict was “escalating”.Motsi explained: “Remember after the first lockdown how we all thought we will never see a lockdown again and then boom a second lockdown longer than the first one.“This is what the situation feels like!“It seems like the situation is escalating...“Just doesn’t feel good!!!!”Motsi is married to Ukrainian dancer Evgenij Voznyuk, whose parents remain in the country and have been unable to leave.Motsi and Evgenij have a three-year-old daughter together.On her Instagram story, Motsi shared: “This situation also makes me realise how I could never, ever be friends with some

PARIS (Reuters) - French fashion house Yves Saint Laurent hosted an evening catwalk presentation at Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday, showcasing a series of slender cocktail gowns from a catwalk overlooking the base of the Eiffel Tower. Long-legged models strode across a pale pink carpet in long, sleek dresses, some wispy at the bottom, and wrapped in sharp-shouldered tuxedos and oversize faux-fur coats, as electronic music by French DJ Sebastian played.

Gallery: ‘My mother and father didn’t know what to do!' Did you know these stars lived with epilepsy? (BANG Showbiz)However, the Emmy Award winning star went on to explain that she was inspired to go for the surgery after "admiring the grace" of other women who went public with their own health battles. She wrote on Instagram: "I have watched and admired the grace of other women who went public with their own health decision while I sat on the side-lines in awe and with a bit of fear.

Kanye West has shared footage from his Future Brunch event, which he hosted in February alongside Hollywood Unlocked’s Jason Lee as part of what the rapper dubbed “Black Future Month”.The roundtable event was attended by Black journalists from publications including Essence, Ebony, Billboard, The New York Times and many more, along with media executives and other notable guests. West gave an address during the event, part of which included him touching on Larry Hoover bringing his feud with Drake to a close.After a longstanding beef, West and Drake came together in December for a benefit concert in Los Angeles.

Papa Roach have announced their 11th studio album, ‘Ego Trip’ along with a new song, ‘Cut The Line’.Announced on Tuesday (March 1), ‘Ego Trip’ is set for an April 8 release via New Noize Records. The band have also shared a fresh cut off the upcoming record, titled ‘Cut The Line’.A post shared by Papa Roach (@paparoach)‘Cut The Line’ is slated to receive a music video on March 4.

bulldog has been hailed as a 'miracle mother' after she gave birth to bright green puppy. Trevor and Audra Mosher, owners of dog Freya, immediately feared the worst for her new pup after believing that its unusual colour meant she had been stillborn.But to their huge surprise the tiny female puppy — part of a litter of eight born in Canada — began moving almost immediately, and has been thriving ever since.She has begun life without any significant health problems, with her green tinge being put down to an unusual process in the womb.Describing the moment of their shock discovery, Trevor told Global News: “We started to dry her off and noticed she was green and immediately again thought there was something wrong.

Ian Evatt has told Bolton fans to not expect as busy a transfer window in the summer as there was in January at Wanderers as adding more strength in depth to the squad is among the chief priorities.

Tyson Fury and Dillian Whyte are headed for a titanic heavyweight duel under the Wembley arch in April, with a sellout croowd expected in London for the world championship bout. Fury currently holds the WBC belt for which Whyte is the mandatory challenger and an intense battle is expected, even more so after Whyte failed to turn up to Tuesday's pre-fight press conference.

While her hit show Killing Eve is coming to an end, actress Sandra Oh is moving forward with her film career.On Tuesday, the star was seen out promoting new movie Turning Red, a Pixar animation that she has lent her voice to.Rather than red, Sandra stunned in a blue gown that featured a plunging neckline. Killer look:Killing Ever star Sandra Oh takes the plunge in revealing blue gown at Disney's Turning Red premiere in LADespite her BBC series co-starring Jodie Comer being a big hit, the most recent series has had less than favorable reviews.

Fern also revealed how she went on a special expedition across the UK, which completely changed her attitude to life.She has cycled across the world in countries including India, Russia and China.During a trek from John O’Groats to Lands’ End, the group began discussing relationships and formed a close bond.Fern said: “The women who had come on the trip, particularly from John O’Groats to Lands’ End, as we were cycling down through the UK, started talking about their relationships and their husbands.“Well, they ended up divorced and going for someone else at the end of it.“One lady got to Lands’ End, took off her wedding ring, and threw it into the sea!“Because it brings you back to who you are, back to the woman that you lost when you got married and had children.“It’s our fault, you know, we bury ourselves in domestic life because we are good at it, and we want to do it.“Suddenly we came out of that, and we were swearing and drinking...

Her career in showbusiness has spanned six decades.And Brooke Shields still knows how to command attention on the red carpet.On Tuesday night, the 56-year-old looked sensational as she arrived at a screening in New York City for a new Andy Warhol documentary, turning heads in a clingy and revealing ensemble. Specs appeal! Brooke Shields, 56, stuns in revealing ensemble as she wears aviator glasses at a screening in NYC on Tuesday nightThe Blue Lagoon star was in attendance at the special screening of The Andy Warhol Diaries, held at The Whitney Museum of American Art.

The Adam Project stars Ryan Reynolds and Jennifer Garner were seen in New York City Monday promoting the motion picture.The A-list actor, 45, wore a blue, black and white flannel top over a button-up dark blue shirt with grey slack and brown shoes as he was seen leaving the Four Seasons on the weekday.The Vancouver native, who plays the titular role of Adam in the film, sported a beard and wore brown framed glasses on the outing in the city. The latest:The Adam Project stars Ryan Reynolds, 45, and Jennifer Garner, 49, were seen in New York City Tuesday promoting the motion pictureGarner, 49, was seen in a button-up navy blue trench coat over a patterned black dress with blue high heels as she was seen arriving at The Greenwich Hotel where a junket was being held for the sci-fi film.She had a cup of coffee and an iPhone in hand and wore her brown tresses down on the windy day.

Zoe Saldana spent her Tuesday bonding over Chinese food during an afternoon lunch in New York with her younger sister Cisely.The actress Zoe, 43, and her film producer sister Cisely, 42, were both spotted leaving Wonton Noodle Garden in the Chinatown area of New York City.The sisters stayed masked up amid the COVID-19 pandemic and stayed warm amid the chilly environment. Siblings:Zoe Saldana spent her Tuesday bonding over Chinese food during an afternoon lunch in New York with her younger sister CiselyZoe stepped out with a black button-up coat with her hands stuffed into its pockets after leaving the Chinese restaurant.She had a multi-colored scarf wrapped around her neck and a black face mask covering her mouth and nose.

JJ Chalmers gave an emotional performance last night (October 24) as he danced the Waltz alongside Strictly pro Amy Dowden.The former Royal Marine was sixth on the final leaderboard just below former professional boxer Nicola Adams.

SHE'S one of Strictly's brightest stars, but only now has Amy Dowden revealed how hard she's had to fight a potentially deadly disease to achieve her dream. Since her teens, the Welsh dancer, who's this year partnered with JJ Chalmers, has been working towards the burning ambition to be on the BBC1 show while constantly battling crippling Crohn's disease.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden and former Royal Marines Commando and Television Presenter JJ Chalmers have been partnered together for this year’s series. The pair, who will be performing a waltz as their first dance on Saturday, have already formed a strong bond over their shared experience of having medical problems.

The gorgeous Manor Hotel was the site of a Strictly Come Dancing social bubble in recent weeks to enable the professional dancers to perform together.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers have fallen in love with Scots contestant JJ Chalmers already. The ex- Royal Marine featured on the pre-series 18 episode of the popular BBC reality show on Saturday evening.

Strictly Come Dancing finally returns tonight, on Saturday, October 17.A brand new line-up of celebrities are set to take part, including Jamie Laing, HRVY, Jacqui Smith and Maisie Smith.They will be joined by professional dancers, including Anton Du Beke, Giovanni Pernice, Amy Dowden, Dianne Buswell and Oti Mabuse.It may come as no surprise that in order for the show to return, it has had to make some major changes in light of the coronavirus pandemic.The future of the BBC ballroom competition looked uncertain for a while, but in June Strictly bosses finally confirmed it would be going ahead.Here are all the changes to Strictly Come Dancing 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.In the beginning, Strictly bosses were preparing for the