Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova bids farewell as she recalls 'special' moment with Dan Walker

BBC Breakfast stars Dan Walker and Sally Nugent have been replaced in a shocking presenter shake-up. The popular presenters - who are the regular faces of the morning news show - were missing from the iconic red sofa on Monday morning. Dan, 44, and Sally, 50, normally host BBC Breakfast on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6am.

BBC Breakfast was involved in a major presenting shake-up on Monday (February 14) as both its regular hosts were absent from the iconic red sofa.Permanent presenters Dan Walker and Sally Nugent - who usually host the show on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays - had been replaced by Jon Kay and Nina Warhurst.It represented a major change for viewers, as the last time both presenters were missing from the same episode was around the Christmas period - with both taking annual leave to enjoy the festive season.But both Nina and Jon proved popular with viewers, as one thrilled fan couldn't help but take to Twitter to say: "YESSSSS!!!! What a wonderful day to watch #BBCBreakfast! Two decent presenters - no need for Sky News this morning!"Another suggested: "Much better line up this morning with John and Nina. Should be Dan and Nina!"One baffled fan wrote: "Have Dan & Sally got Valentine's Day off or Jon+1 finally replaced them?"Other regular stars of the show, including weather presenter Carol Kirkwood and business correspondent Ben Boulos, made up a host of familiar faces for fans in Dan and Sally's absence.Dan's absence from the show soon made sense to fans, as he had been busy covering the US Super Bowl, which took place overnight.Though Dan wasn't presenting the show, he has been heavily involved in the run-up along with Jason Bell and Osi Umenyiora - so it made sense he would be watching the game overnight, and having a well-deserved rest in the morning.And as a sports journalist, the same does make sense for Sally - though she has not yet been on social media to confirm the reason behind her absence.

Strictly star Aljaz Skorjanec has melted hearts after sharing an incredibly sweet tribute to two very important ladies in his life.MORE: Aljaz Skorjanec acts as the perfect bodyguard for wife Janette Manrara in sweet videoThe 31-year-old professional dancer is gearing up for the very last Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour dates this weekend, which will see the professional dancers and their partners descend on the O2 Arena in London for five shows across three days. WATCH: Strictly's Janette Manrara sizzles in sequinned mini dressTaking to Instagram ahead of the first London show, Aljaz shared a photo of himself snuggled up to wife Janette Manrara as they enjoyed some downtime between rehearsals - but dedicated his caption to both Janette and his Strictly 2021 partner Sara Davies.MORE: Janette Manrara sizzles in sparkly mini dress with daring thigh slitMORE: Strictly's Aljaz Skorjanec heartbroken after sad family farewell"My missis is hosting 5 shows at the @TheO2London this weekend while I am dancing with a ballroom QUEEN.. LIFE IS GOOD!" he wrote.

Stacey Dooley joined Dan Walker and Sally Nugent on Monday's episode of BBC Breakfast.The Strictly Come Dancing winner opened up about her demanding schedule, from documentaries, a new book and the launch of her new BBC Three cooking show, Hungry For It.The 34-year-old was questioned about her culinary skills at home but admitted she is no "sous chef".Her admission comes after the BBC Breakfast presenters quizzed her about boyfriend Kevin Clifton, 39.The documentary filmmaker cheekily quipped about the pair's romance as neither of them is skilled in the kitchen.Stacey remarked: "It's so jokes because I'm useless in the kitchen. I'm rubbish."Dan interjected: "Kevin's rubbish at cooking as well right?""Kev's useless," she agreed, before adding: "It's a miracle we're still standing."Stacey added: "We just have toast."The presenter also opened up about her time working behind the scenes of her new series.Dan commented: "I'm disappointed you did a cooking show and didn't come out with a signature dish."Stacey replied: "No.

Dan Walker had been invited to go wild swimming with his Strictly Come Dancing co-stars, but had to decline - and Sara Davies wasn't accepting his excuse.The sheepish BBC Breakfast star attempted to explain away the situation on his Instagram Stories.Talking during a special Q&A session on social media, he was quizzed on whether he'd be willing to brave the water."Would you ever go wild-swimming like the Strictly tour lot?" the question read."I was going to, actually, when we were in Sheffield," Dan recalled, referencing his hometown."I was invited down by the Reverend Kate Botley and Sara - but I just couldn't get back from work in time."It looked like fun, and I'd love to have a go."However, he added of his ill-preparedness: "Appropriate footwear always essential when wild swimming, I think!"If the luxurious-looking work shoes he has posted on Instagram to show off his shoe-sock combinations are anything to go by, they would have been nowhere near casual enough for a sporty swimming trip.However, he also reposted Sara's feisty assessment of the situation, where she'd written: "Yeah we invited him and he totally flaked on us."This excuse about not getting back from work on time is total BS - he chickened out!" she added, using a chicken emoji to punctuate her point.Dan appeared to own up to his antics, adding a GIF which read: "GUILTY."However, in previous Q&A footage from yesterday, Dan took the moment to present himself as courageous.He told fans: "The best thing about being a journalist is the opportunity to be a sword for those without weapons and a shield for those who can't defend themselves."However, his job wasn't always deeply serious, as he demonstrated when he revealed one of his embarrassing moments in the

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker has been caught out over a story he told fans about wild swimming.The 44-year-old presenter took to his Instagram page on Thursday to take part in a question and answer session with his followers before his appearance on The One Show.After opening up about his favourite chocolate bar and favourite presenter, Dan was asked: "Would you ever go wild swimming like the Strictly tour lot?"He replied: "I was going to actually when they were in Sheffield."I was invited down by the Reverend Kate Bottley and Sara [Davies] but I just couldn't get back from work in time."But it looked like fun and i'd love to have a go."Dan went on to joke: "Appropriate footwear is always essential when wild swimming I think but it looked amazing."However, Dragons' Den star Sara has since revealed the real reason why Dan failed to turn up.Sharing his video onto her own Instagram story, the entrepreneur penned: "Yeah we invited him and he totally flaked on us.....

Dan Walker quit Football Focus last April after 12 years as its lead presenter.The star went on to compete in Strictly Come Dancing later that year, whilst also juggling his presenting role at BBC Breakfast and hosting The NFL Show alongside fellow former Strictly contestant, Jason Bell. Former professional American Football player Jason Bell, 43, joined Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show today to discuss the upcoming Super Bowl 56, which will take place this Sunday. The Super Bowl is the USA’s biggest sporting event of the year, featuring a playoff championship game of the National Football League (NFL). Jason was a cornerback in the NFL for the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, and New York Giants. However, in recent years, the sports star has strapped on his dancing shoes to compete in BBC fan-favourite show Strictly. Jason competed in the series in 2020 alongside professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk, but was unfortunately second out of the competition after former Labour Party politician Jacqui Smith.Nonetheless, when quizzed by Zoe about Strictly, he gushed about his time on the show, admitting that he still likes to dance and that his young daughter is “infatuated” with it. Zoe then asked Jason if his pal Dan Walker, 44, had asked him for advice before entering the latest series of the show back in September, as the pair have both been presenting on the NFL Show together since November 2020. “He did ask me and I said, ‘Dan, you’ll be great on it,’ because I know Dan’s personality,” Jason confirmed.  “Dan is one of the best people I’ve ever met, he is just a nice human being.So I said, ‘This will be perfect for you.’“Dan steps up to challenges and that’s what you need to do when you get on Strictly.”The BBC

Dan Walker let slip that Strictly Come Dancing professional Nadiya Bychkova had made a sweet promise to him after the show.The 44-year-old BBC Breakfast star appeared on The One Show on Thursday (February 10) to speak about his recent stint on the ballroom dancing programme.During a chat with hosts Alex Jones, 44, and Ronan Keating, 44, Dan opened up about a cute gesture that Nadiya had insisted was included in the recent Strictly tour.The duo had become incredibly popular with viewers and judges alike for their fun-loving lobster routine during their fight for the Glitterball trophy.Knowing that Dan was unable to attend the tour because of his conflicting work schedule, Nadiya promised Dan that she would honour her partner with the famous pincer move.Alex opened the discussion: "Dan, we'll have to talk Strictly first. Now Adam [Lambert - who was on screen], hopefully you saw Dan on Strictly he was fantastic."The host gushed: "His lobster dance...

Dan Walker, 44, has discussed whether he would be willing to move to London from Sheffield, where he is currently based.The BBC Breakfast presenter took to his Instagram Story today to respond to questions from some of his 270,000 followers.Asked whether he would ever consider moving to the capital, Dan said: “We have lived in London before but I don’t like the idea that you have to live in London to do a decent job.“So, Sheffield’s brilliant, not too far away from the BBC up North and you can’t get Henderson's Relish in London - very important.”Last month, the broadcaster announced he was writing another book in yet another big move away from BBC Breakfast.He did so in a reply to one Instagram user who had left a comment in one of his posts about his novel, Remarkable People.Dan had uploaded a series of pictures of him and his dog walking in the wintry sunshine.He captioned the post: "1: Human. 2: Dog.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker made sure he didn't get on the wrong side of his co-host Sally Nugent after he joked that he could possibly get into trouble for disagreeing with her.Before heading into their main headlines, the morning duo discussed Adele's win at the BRIT Awards which took place in London on Tuesday night.But when broadcaster Sally admitted that Adele's album was great, Dan was lost for words and confessed that he hadn't listened to it all.Discussing her win, Dan said to Sally: "She had a great night, didn't she."Saly agreed: "Yeah, making a point as well!"Mentioning the number of awards she received on Tuesday evening, Dan replied: "Three out of four isn't bad." Sally chimed: "She did really well, it's a great album though." But Dan who hadn't listened to Adele's album to its entirety looked back at Sally and giggled. Realising, that Dan didn't know what she was talking about Sally was also left laughing at her co-host in disbelief.Giggling he said: "I wasn't disagreeing with you by the way, you'll get me in trouble."Picking up on their reactions, one viewer chimed: "Can't believe how much fun Dan & Sally are having this morning.

Strictly star Dan Walker had become fond of seeing him sporting his suave suit, shoes and socks combinations on social media, and came to look forward to his regular posts, but all that could be set to change.

BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker was left shocked after co-host Sally Nugent took a swipe at his stint on Cbeebies Bedtime Stories. Earlier today the pair discussed Kate Middleton's upcoming debut on the story-telling programme.

BBC Breakfast presenter Sally Nugent has taken to Instagram to warn her colleague Dan Walker to "watch out" as she followed in his footsteps by taking to the dance floor.The newsreader, 50, posted a snap of herself with Dan's Strictly Come Dancing partner Nadiya Bychkova, as he responded jokingly to the "mutiny" that was going on in the dance studio.In view of her 48,100 followers, Sally told how she had been dancing with the Ukrainian-Slovenian star in preparation for Robert Burrow's new initiative, the Strictly Come Dancing Ball.Sally wrote: "Spent a lovely day with @nadiyabychkova learning how to dance."Watch out @mrdanwalker I think she prefers me," she added with a wink face emoji.She continued: "We are all getting ready for the @burrowstrictlyball next month.A post shared by Sally Nugent (@sallynugenttv)"I will be terrible but doing it for the one and only #robburrow @rob7lindsey"Ps pic two is my favourite x," Sally ended her post.The first pictures showed Nadiya and Sally hugging as they posed for the snap following rehearsals.The second photo also featured Dan as the trio larked about on the dancefloor.Responding to the snap, Dan penned: "This is mutiny @nadiyabychkova," followed by a laughing face emoji.Nadiya also commented: "You are a natural dancer, beautiful lady."Following the snap, Sally's followers took to the comments section, excited at the prospect of seeing her on the dance floor.Claireliddy1 wrote: "Can’t wait to see the frock! Please don’t do the [lobster] though Sal," referencing Dan's signature dance move.However, others were convinced that the BBC star would appear on the popular dance show this year.Liftonmark penned: "This will be your year Sally on strictly."While Laurence9772 added: "Strictly

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker playfully hit back at Sally Nugent as she made a dig about his former TV stint.Sally, 50, made the cheeky dig towards Dan, 44, while the pair discussed Kate Middleton's upcoming debut on Cbeebies Bedtime Stories.The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, is set to appear on a special edition of the popular children's programme that features a different celebrity reading a bedtime story each week. Ed Sheeran, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Reynolds have all previously made appearances on the BBC show as well as Dan himself.Sally told viewers during Tuesday's show: "If you've ever watched CBeebies Bedtime Stories, you'll know they've had some incredible people read their stories.She later turned to Dan and said: "I mean, some quite ordinary people read them aswell."What you saying?" He asked his co-host before flashing a cheeky grin.Sally added: "They've got a really special one now.

Nadiya Bychkova is a great dance teacher on Strictly Come Dancing, and this week she had a very special student – BBC presenter Sally Nugent!MORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova reacts to Kai Widdrington's sizzling modelling picture amid romance rumoursDan Walker's BBC Breakfast colleague is taking part in a charity ball and didn't hesitate in calling on Nadiya's expertise.WATCH: Dan Walker: Strictly has given me a new appreciation for dancingSharing the news on Instagram, Nadiya posted six photos of the pair together, alongside Dan too, and revealed: "I had a real treat last week when I got to dance with my favourite @bbcbreakfast presenter … @sallynugenttv.READ: Dan Walker treated to ultimate surprise by newly-single Nadiya Bychkova during Strictly tourRELATED: Dan Walker shares rare peek inside colour-pop home with sweet family photo"Sally is taking part in the @burrowstrictlyball on the 19th March and I was giving her a few tips before she starts training." Strictly fans went wild for Nadiya and Sally's snaps togetherShe continued: "I will also be judging the competition in Leeds with @mrdanwalker and we'll be performing one of our #Strictly dances.

BBC Breakfast weather man had forgotten to remove his sticker that read "do not vaccinate" as he took his daughter for her second jab.After realising what had happened, Matt took to Twitter to inform fans of his embarrassing error."Just walked around town like a campaigning anti-vaxxer," he penned."Forgot to remove the sticker I was given on taking my eldest for her second jag."As fans reacted to his post, he quickly explained to those who were confused that he grew up in Glasgow, where the term "jag" is short for "injection"."Get any funny looks?" one fan wondered.Another cringed: "Awkward!""Oooooops!" exclaimed a third.Others found the Scottish slang word rather amusing, prompting them to take to the comments section to make some quick-fire jokes."I’d love just one jag," one quipped.Another giggled: "Lucky daughter if you’ve got her two jags!""They're paying you too much if your kids get 2 Jags each! Any chance you could get me one too just out of interest?" a third teased.Matt recently stepped in for regular weather present Carol Kirkwood on the flagship morning program, leaving host Dan Walker in hysterics after he found referred to himself as her "stunt double".The meteorologist shared a cheeky GIF of a man donning a blonde wig to mirror the locks of the 59-year-old he is standing in for, while advertising his new slot.Up bright and early, the BBC star announced: "I’m @carolkirkwood’s stunt double on @BBCBreakfast all this week."Full forecast for the week coming up between now and 9am."Strictly star Dan instantly reacted to the post with a less-is-more response, featuring nothing other than grimace and laughter emojis.The GIF featured a man swishing his faux blonde locks around for the camera, looking dramatically

Dan Walker has taken a social media swipe at his BBC Breakfast co-star Sally Nugent for 'having a lie in'.Posting to Twitter on Monday, the 44-year-old presenter was replying to a fan's question about what time he and his co-stars wake up for the early morning news show when he made the not-so-subtle dig at Sally.Replying to the fan, Dan revealed Carol Kirkwood is the earliest of the colleagues to get up, while Sally is the last to awake from her overnight slumber.Dan said: "Carol gets up at 0245 and I’m just behind her just after 3am. "Sally Nugent gets a lie-in… she [won't] surface until 0345."He then advised the fan to "dig in.

Strictly Come Dancing fan, who goes by the username @dani.comrie, had created two card signs with doting messages to the Ukrainian dancer and fellow ballroom star Kai Widdrington.In the Story post, one sign read, "Love you Kai", while the other said, "Love you Nadiya".Both cards were filled with love colourful love hearts.And for her caption, Dani wrote: "Sat in our hotel making cute signs for front row tonight."Nadiya reposted the Story after the show as she hopped onto her Instagram account to share the self-made cards with her 135,000 followers."Oh so cuuute!" the 32-year-old wrote. (sic)Nadiya has been very busy since Strictly Come Dancing returned with season 19 back in September.She was partnered with BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker, who survived a whopping nine weeks before being eliminated in Week 10 after losing in a dance-off against AJ Odudu.The blonde beauty has been on the Strictly tour since January 20, when the first show kicked off at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham.Alongside the likes of Tilly Ramsay, John Whaite, Rose Ayling-Ellis and Sara Davies, the Strictly cast have travelled around the country as part of their 22-date concert trek, which held its third and final show in Glasgow on Monday.Aside from the tour, which concludes its run at the O2 Arena in London on February 13, Nadiya is also gearing up to participate in the forthcoming Burrow Strictly Ball on March 19.The one-time occasion will see a string of Strictly celebrities join forces to raise money for The Rob Burrow Centre and MND Appeal.Taking to Instagram to gush about her first project after concluding the tour, Nadiya shared that she will be joined by Dan's BBC Breakfast presenter Sally Nugent, who will be showing off her dance moves

Strictly Come Dancing partner Nadiya Bychkova's comment section on Instagram after the professional dancer gushed about getting to work with her "favourite" BBC Breakfast presenter.The Ukrainian TV personality posted a string of photos from her dance rehearsal with Sally, who is joining the Strictly cast for the upcoming Burrow Strictly Ball. The event, taking place on March 19 in Leeds, will raise money for The Rob Burrow Centre and MND Appeal. And while Sally wasn't part of the Strictly 2021 cast, she is joining the one-off occasion to do her part in helping raise awareness and money to help treat motor neurone disease. In view of her 135,000 followers, Nadiya captioned her post, writing: "I had a real treat last week when I got to dance with my favourite @bbcbreakfast presenter … @sallynugenttv.""Sally is taking part in the @burrowstrictlyball on the 19th March and I was giving her a few tips before she starts training.A post shared by Nadiya Bychkova (@nadiyabychkova)"I will also be judging the competition in Leeds with @mrdanwalker and we'll be performing one of our #Strictly dances. "I hope he can remember it!" she quipped. "I can't wait to support such a wonderful charity."Now… back to the Strictly tour. Glasgow, you've been amazing "Let's make the final night in Scotland an incredible one."Dan certainly wasted no time in reacting to Nadiya's remark when he posted his response in her comment section. "Now hold on a minute," the TV journalist said with a crying of laughter emoji.

Kai Widdrington has refrained from posting on social media whilst he is busy taking part in the Strictly Come Dancing nationwide tour – but that changed on Friday when he decided to share a picture of his off-duty look.MORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova shows off stunning new look amid Kai Widdrington 'romance'Taking to Instagram, the professional dancer turned model for a few minutes as he posed up a storm in his new leather jacket.WATCH: Dan Walker and Kai Widdrington bond at the golf course"Loving this @bodaskins leather jacket and T combo, Thank you guys for kitting me out #GIFTED," he captioned the pictures, which saw him leaning against a metal railing whilst looking handsome in an all-black look.READ: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova reveals surprising new 'love'RELATED: The Strictly Come Dancing couples who survived the so-called curseHis Strictly tour colleagues were quick to react, with Max George calling him "Gorgeous" and Cameron Lombard simply sharing several fire emojis. Kai proudly showed off his new jacketMany others, such as Janette Manrara, Katya Jones and his rumoured flame Nadiya Bychkova, simply liked the post.While Kai has been rather silent on social media, he has been dominating the headlines after pictures of him appearing to kiss Nadiya were published.The couple have been photographed looking very cosy together on several other occasions - but are yet to comment on the nature of their relationship.

Dan Walker made a brutally honest assessment of his BBC Breakfast co-star John Watson when his sports segment went wrong.The savage segment ended up with Dan slamming John's athletic ability in front of his viewers, with Sally joining in to tease that John was 'ignoring them' on air.BBC Sports presenter John was delivering a segment on curling in Edinburgh as the Winter Olympics in Beijing have just kicked off.To liven things up, John decided to try his hand at curling in front of the viewers, but it didn't quite go to plan.Presenters Dan and his co-host Sally Nugent proceeded to commentate on John's performance, but couldn't resist making some cheeky digs at John whilst doing so.At one point, Dan poked fun at John's athletic ability when he said that John "lacks power".When John slid off on the ice, he looked impressive and Dan remarked: "Nice technique, that," and Sally agreed: "He's good!"Sadly though, the curling stone didn't move quite as far as John hoped and he stayed rooted to the ice on his knees.Summing up his performance, Dan cheekily jibed: "I can't believe [it] John, you lack power there John. I thought you had it in you..."Backing Dan on the teasing front, Sally said: "Shall we just stay on this [segment] so we can see John get up off the floor? See how that goes?"However, John got good feedback from the expert, Michael, who told him it was a "strong start"."If Michael says it's a strong start then I'm happy with that.