Strictly viewers in tears as child dancers perform at Blackpool Tower alongside the professionals

The Velvelettes member Bertha Barbee McNeal died Thursday at a Kalamazoo, Michigan hospice at the age of 82 after a battle with colon cancer.McNeal and her group - which the late Amy Winehouse said was influential to her - had hit tracks such as Needle in a Haystack and (He Was) Really Saying Something, the latter of which was covered by Bananarama.The Velvelettes' lead singer Cal Gill Street described McNeal to The Detroit News as 'the group historian, and the glue that kept us together.' Details: The Velvelettes member Bertha Barbee McNeal died Thursday at a Kalamazoo, Michigan hospice at the age of 82 after a battle with colon cancer. She was pictured in 2013 in NYC She added, 'She was an angel.

Madonna has been master promoter when it comes to her art ever since she burst out onto the popular musical landscape with her self-titled debut album Madonna (1983).Nearly 40 years later and the Material Girl is back at it again, dropping a clip of an alternative version of her song Back That Up To The Beat, dubbed TikTok version.Looking to increase the impact of the steady beat of the song, the legendary superstar has the video edited to match the '4 to the floor' rhythm and tempo, all while she dances along striking seductive stares decked out in black leather and lace. Rebel at heart: Madonna, 64, got decked out in black leather and lace in a promo video for Back That Up To The Beat, dubbed TikTok versionOff the top of the clip, the camera pushes in close on Madonna (born Madonna Louise Ciccone), who offers an intense stare straight into the camera.Always one to push the envelope when it comes to her sexuality, the Justify My Love star has her black leather jacket open to showcase her plunging, lace top.

Mia Thornton admitted that she fooled around with her friend Jacqueline Blake when they were younger on Sunday's episode of The Real Housewives Of Potomac.'Full transparency, Jacqueline and I have done weird promiscuous things when we were kids,' Mia, 38, admitted to Karen Huger, 59.'So you were lovers?' Karen asked. Promiscuous things: Mia Thornton admitted that she fooled around with her friend Jacqueline Blake when they were younger on Sunday's episode of The Real Housewives Of PotomacMia said they didn't kiss but that she and Jacqueline, 37, had fondled.'I thought I wanted to be a gynecologist so I was checking cervixes,' Mia said.

She had tongues wagging as she shared rare PDA with husband Christian Richard in Paris last week. And now Christine Quinn is surely getting fans talking for a very different reason.The 34-year-old former star of Selling Sunset put on quite an eye-popping display outside of Giuseppe di Morabito Headquarters in Milan, Italy on Sunday. Leggy lady: Christine Quinn put on quite an eye-popping display outside of Giuseppe di Morabito Headquarters in Milan, Italy on SundayShe showcased her legs in a  brown leather dress with a very high split while out in the iconic fashion city.Christine paired the gorgeous look with a pair of matching brown tie-up stilettos as she put together the look with help from celebrity stylist Maeve Riley.  She accessorized with a small mustard-colored wool bag along with large brown designer shades.Her blonde tresses were worn down as she showcased her looks with complementary make-up topped off with smokey eye and nude lip.  Wow factor: The 34-year-old former star of Selling Sunset showcased her legs in a brown leather dress with a very high split while out in the iconic fashion city Vibes: Christine paired the gorgeous look with a pair of matching brown tie-up stilettos as she put together the look with help from celebrity stylist Maeve RileyNot seen on the outing was Christine's husband Christian Richard.The pair met through a mutual friend before he proposed on Valentine's Day in 2019.The reality star told Bustle in 2020 about their first date: 'Him and I had an amazing steak dinner and got to know each other, and we just hit it off right away.'He's everything that I ever wanted,' she said.

Cara Dutton, played by Helen Mirren, shot dead a trespasser as her husband Jacob Dutton, portrayed by Harrison Ford, battled with sheep herders on Sunday's series premiere of 1923 on the Paramount Network.Jacob, the great-great-great uncle of John Dutton III, the family patriarch portrayed by Kevin Costner in Yellowstone, was struggling with surviving on his bleak, dry and dusty land.Locusts had ravaged the grass and cattle were dying of starvation. Spin-off series: Cara Dutton, played by Helen Mirren, shot dead a trespasser on Sunday's series premiere of 1923 on the Paramount NetworkJacob was also battling with local sheep herders struggling to feed their flock.'Sheep eat to the root,' Jacob said.

At Sarah Atwood's urging Jamie Dutton hatched a plan to impeach his father paving the way for him to be the Governor of Montana on Sunday's episode of Yellowstone.Sarah explained to Jamie that there would be lawsuits over how his father John Dutton [Kevin Costner], the patriarch of a powerful family, put the ranch land in a conservation easement that would end up bankrupting the state.'Your state will be on the hook for around four billion dollars in compensatory damages,' Sarah [Dawn Olivieri] said. 'That's 10 percent of Montana's GDP.

Gigi and Bella Hadid rocked chic winter looks on Sunday when they visited the Aspen location of Gigi's luxury knitwear brand Guest In Residence. Leonardo DiCaprio's new flame, 27 – who recently got flirty with another actor in a Ralph Lauren promo video – bundled herself up in style for the visit. Gigi coordinated with her supermodel sister, 26, and the glamorous pair were accompanied by Bella's boyfriend Mark Kalman, 33.  Bundled up in style: Gigi Hadid, 27, and Bella Hadid, 26, rocked chic winter looks on Sunday when they visited the Aspen location of Gigi's luxury knitwear brand Guest In Residence with Bella's boyfriend Mark Kalman, 33Gigi has been favoring cowboy boots lately and she donned them again on Sunday in Aspen, wearing a chocolate brown pair that flashed orange embroidery on the shafts.  The burgeoning fashion designer enveloped the lower half of her famous figure in a cashmere maxi skirt adorned with an arid landscape. Hadid's almond shirt matched her scarf and she paired a dark bomber jacket with a black leather handbag. She accessorized with a chunky multicolored necklace and gold baubles on each ear. Gigi's hair was slicked back, allowing her gorgeous face to shine with natural makeup and matte lips.  Yeehaw: Gigi sported cowboy boots and enveloped the lower half of her famous figure in a cashmere maxi skirt adorned with an arid landscape. Hadid's almond shirt matched her scarf and she paired a dark bomber jacket with a black leather handbag Casual arm candy: Bella's look was similar to her sister's ensemble as she paired a black leather jacket with a denim maxi skirt.

Brazilian singer Anitta put on a show-stopping performance, at iHeartRadio's Jingle Ball in Miami, Florida on Sunday evening, which left fans roaring in applause. While taking the stage at FLA Live Arena ahead of the Backstreet Boys, the singer, 29, oozed star power as she showed off her incredibly sexy dance moves while singing  Envolver.As she crooned the biggest hit of her career thus far, which made history as the first solo song by a Latin artist to peak at the top spot of the global Spotify chart, the Grammy nominee placed both her hands firmly on the ground and twerked her booty in a circular motion while holding a plank position. Radiant: Brazilian singer Anitta put on a show-stopping performance, at iHeartRadio's Jingle Ball in Miami, Florida on Sunday evening, which left fans roaring in applauseThe superstar, who also became the first-ever Brazilian artist to take home a Video Music Award over the summer, wore a sparkly black jumpsuit with nude panels down the front of her legs and across her midriff.

There's never a shortage of celebrities and high-profile people sitting courtside at the Los Angeles Lakers home games at Crypto.com Arena in Downtown LA.And on Sunday fans to witness a razor-close game that came down to the wire when Sunday LeBron James and company faced off against the Washington Wizards.Model Winnie Harlow was among the celebrities who got to enjoy the spoils of her courtside seats, compliments of boyfriend Kyle Kuzma, who's a former Laker who now plays for the Wizards. Supportive: Winnie Harlow, 28, went to the Lakers Wizards game in Los Angeles to support her boyfriend, former Laker Kyle Kuzma, who has played for Washington the last two seasonsHarlow, 28, has never been one to be the quiet, shy type when it comes to cheering on her man from the sidelines.And Sunday's game was not different, as the Candian fashion model and some gal pals were animated in their support of the visiting team because of Kuzma.

Former Scotland rugby star and charity fundraiser Doddie Weir is being remembered at a memorial service in the Borders today. Hundreds are set to gather at Melrose Parish Church on Monday at 1pm today, with the service being relayed by audio to the town’s rugby club, where Weir won three Scottish titles in the early 1990s. Mourners have been asked to wear any tartan in tribute to Weir. The service is also being streamed live on the official Scottish Rugby website and that of his own charity.

Millions of people claiming certain benefits from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have started to receive a bonus payment in their bank accounts. The £10 annual bonus is made automatically which arrives separately from a claimant’s regular State Pension or benefit payment.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans all said the same thing tonight as Ellie Taylor was voted off the show. The week 10 results show saw Ellie landing in the dance off against Fleur East, who scored the first perfect 40 of the series last week in Blackpool.

Strictly Come Dancing fans accused the BBC of pulling a 'cheeky' move during the week 10 results show. Viewers were surprised the channel decided to advertise co-host Claudia Winkleman's new show The Traitors right in the middle of the November 27th broadcast.

Ellie Taylor and Johannes Radebe have become the ninth couple to be voted out of Strictly Come Dancing.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers have blasted the judges scores after a potential leaked spoiler revealed that a high scoring couple are in danger of elimination.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans are predicting Ellie Taylor and Johannes Radebe are set to be eliminated in this week's competition – after scathing reviews from the judges.  The pair performed a jive to Brown-Eyed Girl by Van Morrison, taking on a performance inspired by a pair of runaways driving in the desert like Thelma and Louise.  However, Ellie and Johannes only walked away with 25 points, after Craig Revel-Horwood and Shirley Ballas in particular judged their routine severely.  Craig only awarded them a harsh five points, and told the pair: "It lacked punch, it lacked precision, the footwork was messy... You went wrong down here as well got off on the wrong foot or something.

COMEDIAN Ellie Taylor has been dealt a crushing blow right before she takes to the Strictly Ballroom. The star is due to take part in the 10th live show of the 2022 series where she'll be performing the jive. But Ellie, 38, has been dealt some bad news before she takes to the floor with her partner, 35-year-old South African professional dancer Johannes Radebe.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers have made a string of online complaints on following Saturday night's Blackpool special.

STRICTLY's Ellie Taylor has admitted her daughter is convinced she sleeps with her dance partner Johannes Radebe in bed every night. The 38-year-old has moved out of the bedroom she shares with her husband Phil Black while on the BBC dance show.