Strictly's Jayde Adams will 'surprise' fans with dance ability despite 'obvious handicap'

Fifteen celebs took to the dancefloor for the first time at the weekend as they launched the Strictly Come Dancing class of 22. A host of stars kicked off the BBC dance contest to take us through autumn through to December and topping the leaderboard on Saturday night was snake-hipped Will Mellor.

Strictly Come Dancing professional James Jordan, 44, regularly shares his honest opinion about the show's dancing duos on social media.

Strictly Come Dancing recruit Jayde Adams confessed that she “cringed” when she looked back at her opening dance with her professional dancer Karen Hauer.On Sunday (September 25), the blonde bombshell took to social media where she shared her thoughts after performing a stellar samba to Christina Aguilera’s hit song Dirty.The 37-year-old comic took to the stage in a sparkly black and silver dress as she danced the night away where she impressed both the viewers and the star-studded judging panel.READ MORE: James Jordan claims Strictly judges 'softened' Ellie Simmonds dance critiqueLess than 24-hours after her wild opening number, the TV star confessed that she couldn’t help but cringe as she watched herself back on the BBC One dance competition.Taking to Instagram, Jayde shared a sweet snap of the pair dazzling the dancefloor with her impressive dance moves.In full view of her 96.6k followers on the popular social media account, she opened up about her insecurities and how her dance partner has been helping her to overcome them.She wrote: “Full disclosure: when I saw this picture, I cringed a bit and the reason why? I can see in this picture that I am 100% happy and for a second I felt super vulnerable, how weird is that?“But then I looked over at my love @karenhauer in that amazing dress, with her incredible sense of style, her exemplary attention to detail, talent and creativity and I knew with complete clarity that everything was going to be just fine.”Jayde added: “Thank you to everyone, EVERYONE for every delicious thing you’ve said to me, my brain is going crazy with this oxytocin [heart emoji].“Massive shout out to @lubamushtuk and @arduinobertoncello who have been part of my team on the show as well.

Strictly Come Dancing's Jayde Adams has shared a hilarious wardrobe error in a behind-the-scenes video of her dance on the BBC One show.Taking to Instagram, the comedian, 37, posted a clip from rehearsals of her dance with pro partner Karen Hauer, where they performed a Samba to Dirrty by Christina Aguilera. In Jayde's dance on Saturday, the actress had to rip off blue overalls to reveal a stunning black sequinned gown complete with feathers on it.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were left stunned after a leaderboard-topping couple broke down in tears during the judges scores. The hit show finally returned to BBC on Saturday, as stars took to the stage to strut their stuff, including Helen Skelton, football and Arsenal legend Tony Adams and food writer Jayde Adams. But fans were left gobsmacked when Corrie actor Will Mellor and partner Nancy Xu broke down in tears when they go a leaderboard topping score of - making them joint first with Hamza and his partner Jowita Przystal at 34 points per piece.

Strictly Come Dancing pair Giovanni Pernice and Richie Anderson have reportedly got off to a rocky start following claims the professional is "frustrated" with his partner.Reigning champion Giovanni, 32, and the radio personality are one of two same-sex couples on this years series along with Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer.A source revealed to The Sun that the pair have "failed to click", adding that Richie is not listening to him during rehearsals.READ MORE: Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood defends Matt Goss after Anton Du Beke's catty remark"The pair haven’t clicked. Richie is so swept up by the whole experience that he is talking 100 words a minute, and it can be hard for Giovanni," the insider said.They continued: “He has told pals that Richie talks instead of listening during training, and it is frustrating.”The source went on to say that the pair are still getting used to each other, adding: "Giovanni thinks Richie has real potential in the competition." Giovanni and Richie are the second all-male partnership in Strictly history after Johannes Radebe and John Whaite who finished in second place in last years competition behind Giovanni and EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis.

GIOVANNI Pernice and partner Richie Anderson have already got off to a rocky start on the dance floor — with tensions building at rehearsals. Sources told how reigning champ Giovanni, 32, has struggled to get his points across to Radio 2 host Richie, 34, who is “extremely over-excited” to be taking part.

Strictly Come Dancing made its highly anticipated return on Saturday, with the first live show of its 20th series kicking off with a joyful group dance by the judges and professional dancers. Hosts Claudia Winkleman, 50, and Tess Daly, 53, welcomed viewers back for the new series of the popular dance competition, as they got set to watch 15 new celebrities make their dance floor debuts.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left baffled by Craig Revel Horwood's scoring on Saturday night, after he gave the first three contestants a four.The judge, 57, gave Kym Marsh, Tyler West and Jayde Adams a four sparking people to believe that was the only panel he had available. "Has Craig only got a 4 paddle tonight? #Strictly @bbcstrictly", someone said, as another quipped: "Prop department can you please supply Craig with the 9 paddles other than 4 please #Strictly".

Jayde Adams was left speechless after she received a standing ovation for her first ever dance on Strictly Come Dancing.The comedian and actress put her all into her debut dance, a samba to Christina Aguilera's Dirrty, and received a big response from the audience because of it - with the crowd taking to their feet and cheering loudly. Jayde, 37, appeared visibly stunned by the crowd's reaction, before making her way over to the judges' table and presenter Tess Daly.Tess said: "Oh my goodness. Okay Jayde, you just danced on Strictly and got a standing ovation.The judges are about to comment, do I need to pinch you?" Jayde, still panting from the dance, said: "Thank you, Tess." Tess then pinched her arm and said: "It's real, it's real! Well done darling, it was amazing!" The judges were convinced too, giving her an overall score of 23 - a more than decent score for her first ever dance.

ONE of Strictly Come Dancing's top pros is already "frustrated" with their celebrity partner, according to a body language expert. BBC show favourite Katya Jones is feeling the "glitter ball slipping from her grasp once again," according to Judi James.

STRICTLY Come Dancing legend James Jordan has slammed show bosses for snubbing British pro Neil Jones in favour of foreign dancers. The 40-year-old ballroom dancer missed out on being partnered with a celebrity in last night's launch show.

Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is set to kick off in a matter of days, with the launch show now airing on Friday 23 September. During the first show, which was filmed on 7 September, fans will finally find out which celebrity has been paired with which professional dancer and then the following evening (24 September) the first live show of the series will air.

STRICTLY Come Dancing only kicked off last night, but fans think they already know who will be booted off the show first. The new series of the hit BBC One show launched yesterday, with the celebrity pairings revealed.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were left irked by the reaction of contestants as the 20th series launch played out. All too familiar with the format, BBC One viewers watched the Strictly professionals squeal with excitement when they discovered their new celebrity pairings.

-Who are the Strictly Come Dancing judges?-Who are the Strictly Come Dancing pro dancers?-How to apply for tickets to the show BRITISH COMEDIAN Jayde Adams has made Strictly history by choosing dancer Karen Hauer as her dance partner. They have now become the programme’s first same-sex female couple.

KYM Marsh and Dianne Buswell were all smiles as they headed to the final Strictly Come Dancing rehearsal ahead of the first live show.  The Coronation Street actress cut a casual figure in black top, matching gym leggings and a pair of trainers. She donned a pair of headphones around her neck and styled her brunette locks straight as she left her hotel in London.

Strictly Come Dancing's Jayde Adams has said that being paired in a same-sex couple with pro Karen Hauer "feels natural" and that it is about a "sisterhood". During Friday's launch show, the comedian, 37, was paired with pro Karen, 40, as the celebrities found out their pairings.Talking about being the BBC One show's second same-sex pairing after Richie Anderson was paired with Giovanni Pernice, Jayde told OK! and other press: "I think my partnership with Karen is more about sisterhood and if you're in the dance world, which I was as a child, the sort of all-girl and all-male partnerships is quite commonplace. "Obviously, it's a new thing in these dance shows.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers have praised the show for having two same-sex couples for this year’s series. 2021 winner Giovanni Pernice has been paired up with Richie Anderson, while comedian Jayde Adams will be dancing with Karen Hauer. People have since applauded the pairings, and branded them as “historic”.