Strictly's Tony Adams opens up on addiction as he reveals why he signed to BBC show

Kimberley Walsh has shared her and her Girls Aloud bandmates' vow as they prepare for a special charity event in the late Sarah Harding's memory. The remaining former members of pop group are to host a fundraising gala for cancer research next week in honour of their late friend and bandmate.

A nurse will go on trial today accused of the murders of seven babies.

Former Manchester United assistant manager Rui Faria has explained why he made the decision to stop using GPS to track players' data during training sessions at Carrington.

Oodie first became popular in the UK in 2020 as we all adjusted to lockdown life. Orders for the Australian company's products rose by more than 200% from the UK.

There are less than 12 weeks until Christmas and supermarkets are going head to head in a bid to be the cheapest to bag everything you need for the big day, from toy sales to price cuts on essentials. Big shiny offers and discounts may make you feel as though you're getting the best price, but that's not always the case.

For Katie Nicholl, it’s easy to see why Kate Middleton, the new Princess of Wales, was successful in navigating royal life while Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle struggled. Vanity Fair’s royal correspondent has written a new book titled, "The New Royals: Queen Elizabeth’s Legacy and the Future of the Crown," which explores the lives of those who are now leading the house of Windsor. In it, she details how Kate managed to thrive as a member of the British royal family while Markle ultimately stepped back with her husband, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex.

Brooke Vincent has opened up about the pride she feels towards her stretch marks on a stunning bikini shoot with her sons Mexx and Monroe.The former Coronation Street star revealed she has been working out at the gym twice a week since last October and has discovered a newfound appreciation for her body since becoming a mum. Speaking exclusively to OK! , Brooke said: “I’ve got stretch marks from having the boys – I’ve got them on my stomach and legs.

Coronation Street's Nathan Graham has bid an emotional goodbye to the cobbles as his character James Bailey's exit scenes aired on Monday night. The actor, who plays footballer James, first joined the soap in 2019 as part of the Bailey family and has recently been part of a huge storyline after his character suffered a heart attack. During Monday's episode, James decided to move to London for a new exciting opportunity as a football coach after he was forced to retire early from his football career following his heart attack.Talking in a new interview about the exit, James star Nathan said: "Yes it was emotional and I did fill up.

Fleur East is no stranger to big performances and putting on a show but how will she fare in the ballroom? Well, we'll soon be finding out as the singer and radio and TV star is among the 15 stars lined up for Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

Tony Adams MBE will be coming out of retirement but not to head back on the football pitch. The former football player and manager will be swapping his football boots for dancing shoes as one of the 15 celebrities signed up for Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

Strictly Come Dancing has returned to our TV screens as a host of new contestants have their eyes on the Glitterball trophy.

Helen Skelton is now the favourite to win Strictly and it appears Loose Women's Kaye Adams is currently least likely to take home the Glitterball Trophy at William Hill. However, this could all change when the 2022 series begins tonight, Friday 23 September. Postponed from last weekend in respect for Her Majesty the Queen, the launch show will air on BBC One at 7pm.

Kaye Adams is looking to a fellow celebrity who has previously starred in the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom as she dusts off her own dancing shoes. Ann Widdecombe partnered up with Anton Du Beke in 2010, lasting ten weeks on the series. The former conservative MP couldn’t quite make it to the semi-finals after scoring just 14 out of a possible 40 points during the live shows.

THEY are the fab four who have the power to turn household names into dancefloor superstars. Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke have their scoring paddles poised, ready to welcome the Class of 2022 to Strictly. As BBC One prepares to launch the 20th series tomorrow, Felicity Cross asks the judges to reveal their favourite contestants, most memorable performances and dream dance partner.

Anton du Beke has confessed how envious he can get over watching pairs compete on the dance floor while he's a judge, ahead of the new Strictly Come Dancing series launch this week.The 20th series of the BBC show will see 15 celebrity contestants – including TV presenter Helen Skelton, EastEnders actor James Bye, singer Fleur East and former England footballer Tony Adams – taking to the dance floor. Du Beke will once again join Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse on the judging panel when the hit dance competition returns to screens on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on 23 September.

Strictly Come Dancing's Tony Adams opened up about his battle with drink and drugs. The former footy star, who served almost 60 days in prison following a conviction for drink-driving in the 90s, will take to the dancefloor on Friday. Speaking in a candid interview, the ex-Arsenal and England defender says 'his message' to viewers is to raise awareness surrounding addiction.

Arsenal player spoke openly to Express.co.uk explaining that he wishes to bring some awareness to “mental health and addiction” to the BBC show, after having his own battles.The footballing legend has decided this is the right time to commit to the show after turning down the offer back in 2016 when he still wanted to work as a football coach.Speaking to Express.co.uk after having done his first rehearsals ahead of the first Strictly live show on Saturday, September 24, Tony explained that celebrating being 26 years sober was the motivation he needed to take to the ballroom.He said: “I'm 26 years free of doing drugs or drink and want to bring some mental health and addiction awareness around life.“What I do today, I run a business, I run a couple of charities and dance is all part of the process.“We use dance therapy for athletes and during rehab. And it's good for the mind.”The former club captain has become, over the years, one of the most high-profile champions of mental health, following his own recovery from alcoholism.But what some may not realise is the star also suffered from a mental breakdown when he turned 49.Explaining more about this difficult time in his life, Tony shared: “I thought you gotta go for it.

Strictly Come Dancing 2022.The Loose Women star also gave a small hint of who her professional dance partner will be as she asked fans who they thought will be dancing with her in the new series.In view of her 140,000 Instagram followers, Kaye shared a short clip of a man wearing patent, lace-up dance shoes moving his feet.While she did not disclose whose feet they were, Kaye added a text box at the bottom of the video asking her fans “Who is my partner?”Kaye is set to battle it out for the Glitterball Trophy amongst 14 other celebrities and their professional dance partners.The TV star will be joined by Kym Marsh, Will Mellor and Fleur East, Richie Anderson, Matt Goss, Helen Skelton.Also included in the lineup are Jayde Adams, Ellie Simmonds, James Bye, Molly Rainford, Hamza Yassin, Ellie Taylor and Tony Adams MBE.Ahead of the new series coming out, judge Craig Revel Horwood, 57, said he believes Kaye may struggle with the energetic Latin routines.He told The Mirror: "I think she’ll do quite well at the ballroom stuff, but I’m worried about the Latin."The sex appeal and the hip action and rhythm, things like the cha-cha-cha might prove, a challenge, darling."It’s the selling yourself bare – the costumes are all quite skimpy with the Latin."Kaye took to Twitter last week to shrug off Craig’s comments as she admitted she was “worried” too.Kate penned: "@CraigRevHorwood‘s worried!!?? How does he think I feel?!"Her reaction came after she confessed she had been struggling to sleep ahead of the live performances.Kaye told her followers: "Struggled to sleep last night after the first day of @bbcstrictly strictly rehearsals."Tried to count sheep but couldn’t get past 5,6,7,8."Kaye also revealed she can't dance and was once

BBC bosses have teased loyal Strictly Come Dancing fans with the first official snaps of the star-studded line up ahead of next weekend’s launch show.Helen Skelton, Kym Marsh and Fleur East are amongst the slew of celebs ditching their usual ensemble for the glitz and the glamour of the stunning TV ballroom.And it’s fair to say the group have certainly dressed to impress as the impressive cast looked utterly incredible in their diamante encrusted outfits as they prepare to waltz into the ballroom next week.READ MORE: Strictly's Maisie Smith and Max George look loved-up as they pack on PDA in TescoThe pre-recorded launch show – which was originally set to air on September 17 – was postponed to September 23 following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.With just one week to go until the 20th series hits out screens, Daily Star have taken a look inside the first snaps released of the star-studded line up.It’s clear to see the group look raring to go in their latest group shot as they prepare to battle it out for the all-important Glitterball trophy.In the stunning snap, Helen, Kym Fleur and Ellie Taylor can be seen in quite the glittery colour palette as they showcased their shapely legs in sparkling minidresses which featured glittery tassels.The Paralympic Swimmer put on an elegant display in a striking blue cocktail dress, while Kaye Adams and Molly Rainford put on a glamorous display in a satin blue gown which included a daring thigh-high split.Comedian Jayde Adams opted for a sheer pink top and cigarette style white trousers and matching suspenders as she beamed to the camera.Meanwhile, Tyler West, Hamza Yassin, Will Mellor, Matt Goss and Tony Adams looked as dapper as ever in their colourful suits.For more of the latest