Strictly Come Dancing: Last News

Claudia Winkleman candidly revealed she almost hung up her Strictly Come Dancing dancing shoes, despite having a "pact" with co-host Tess Daly to exit the show as a duo. The beloved 49 year old TV presenter once confessed that she was on the brink of leaving the hit BBC dance extravaganza, when she realised it clashed with taking her eldest son Jake to university.The devoted mum-of-three, who returns hosting reality TV show The Piano on Channel 4 on Sunday, 19 May, shared how she was brought to tears over the dilemma, ultimately making an emotional call to a show boss called Sarah, insisting that being there for her son's first day at uni was a non-negotiable parental milestone.

Ant McPartlin's ex-wife Lisa Armstrong has sent a public gesture of support to Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice after he broke his silence on allegations made against him.The Italian professional dancer is being investigated by the BBC after it was reported that at least three of his former celebrity partners made complaints about his behaviour on the show. After he released his first public statement about the ordeal and denied any 'abusive or threatening behaviour,' Ant's ex Lisa showed her support by liking the post.The makeup artist, who has worked alongside Giovanni on the show as their head of hair and makeup, was one of the hundreds of thousands who liked the statement.

Strictly's Amy Dowden has shared an emotional update which moved fans to tears. It comes as she looked back over the past year since being diagnosed with aggressive stage three cancer in May last year. Sharing a poignant video, Amy took followers through her journey of chemotherapy treatments in hospital.The moving montage also featured supportive friends and family alongside images capturing the moment when Amy began losing her hair.

Bobby Brazier is set to return to Albert Square after seven months off in the coming weeks, but before that, he's bagged a brand new spin-off series of EastEnders.The actor, who plays Freddie Slater but took time off to star in Strictly Come Dancing and its subsequent live tour, will come back to the soap alongside Laila Morse, who plays Mo Harris, Freddie's great-grandmother. But showing the pair's antics while away from Walford, a new digital-only spin off series is set to be released on social media, titled 'The Point of Mo Return'.The series is said to show "Freddie’s close bond with Mo as he tests her patience with various pranks and social media challenges over the course of his stay".

Amanda Abbington "went nuclear" after hearing Strictly Come Dancing bosses had hoped Giovanni Pernice would return this year, according to reports. Giovanni, 33, is said to have now quietly bowed out of the BBC show, but Strictly bosses apparently wanted him back. But according to reports, Sherlock actress Amanda - who was partnered with Giovanni last year - lost her cool when she found out.

Ex Strictly Come Dancing champ James Jordan has cheekily suggested he might have been a bigger ladies' man than Giovanni Pernice if he had been single during his time on the hit BBC show. James, who wowed fans on the dance floor from 2006 to 2013, is smitten with wife Ola Jordan, also a former Strictly pro. But that doesn't stop him from joking that he could've outdone the loveable lothario Giovanni if his single status had coincided with his time on television, reports the Express.

Britain's Got Talent is well underway and the much-loved talent show, which has catapulted acts like Susan Boyle and Diversity to fame, is offering another batch of talented hopefuls the chance to win a whopping £250,000 and perform at the prestigious Royal Variety Performance. New judge Bruno Tonioli is back for his second season, after taking over from David Walliams last year. He sits on the panel alongside Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon.

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin has shared a cryptic post about ‘terrible circumstances’ as it was revealed that Giovanni Pernice has quit Strictly Come Dancing. In recent months Gio, 33, has been plagued with allegations over his tough training methods from previous celebrity partners, including actress Amanda, 52.

BBC bosses have reportedly launched an internal investigation into Strictly star Giovanni Pernice after three former contestants instructed lawyers.The corporation is now reportedly "evidence gathering" in the wake of the damning allegations. A leaked internal memo that's been doing the rounds doesn't feature Giovanni's name among this year's roster of professional dancers, fuelling speculation about his departure. Reports suggest that Giovanni is now eyeing new opportunities on the small screen.

Kate Garraway has shared her thoughts on the rumours that Giovanni Pernice has hung up his Strictly Come Dancing shoes after a nine-year stint. The Good Morning Britain host, 57, confessed that if the rumours of professional dancer Giovanni's departure from the BBC show are true, he'll be sorely missed by his fellow stars and the viewing public who've enjoyed watching him light up the dance floor for almost ten years.

Amanda Abbington has bagged a major new role as the lead in the theatrical memoir, When It Happens To You. The 52 year old actress expressed her excitement about being part of the show.This news comes on the heels of reports that her former Strictly Come Dancing partner, Giovanni Pernice, has quit the BBC show.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice left the UK ahead of claims he is quitting the hugely popular BBC show after nine years.The star, 33, is on a break in Dubai with his girlfriend Molly Brown, 25, who shared pictures of them kissing where she dubbed him "my best friend".The couple, who confirmed their romance at the end of February, proved they were still going strong despite rumours that they had split. Strictly Come Dancing fans were shocked by the news - revealed by The Sun last night - that Giovanni is reportedly set to 'quit' the hit BBC show after nine years.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were shocked when it was announced Giovanni Pernice had reportedly 'quit' the hit BBC show after nine years - and now BBC bosses have issued a statement. In a statement to OK!, it insisted that viewers should stand by for official announcements on the cast.

Giovanni Pernice has reportedly told friends that he will not be returning for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing. It comes after his 2023 partner Amanda Abbington shared that she had been diagnosed with PTSD following her stint on the show.

James Jordan has playfully claimed he would have been even more of a ladies' man than Giovanni Pernice if he had been single during his time on Strictly Come Dancing. James, who danced on the BBC show from 2006 to 2013, is married to fellow dancer Ola, but has since joked that his love life could have taken a very different turn if he hadn't been off the market during his Strictly days.

Lisa Armstrong isn't a stranger to posting cryptic messages online but perhaps her most recent one, following the birth of her ex husband Ant McPartlin's son, is one that really speaks volumes. Just last month, Lisa shared a video with the caption: "What is meant for you will find its way to you," then an hour later, shared another which said: "Don't ever let anyone dim your light." When Britain's Got Talent presenter Ant and his wife Anne-Marie Corbett, 46, welcomed their son Wilder Patrick McPartlin last week, their post appeared to really grab attention. The couple, who wed in 2021 - just three years after his split from wife of 11 years Lisa - took to Instagram to share the news, posting an adorable black and white snap of Ant, 48, cradling the newborn.They said: "Welcome to the family.

Just days after Strictly Come Dancing won the BAFTA for Best Entertainment programme, the BBC have teased that there will be a special spin-off show as part of Strictly’s 20th anniversary celebrations.To mark the show’s birthday, and to celebrate the fact that it is the BBC’s most successful entertainment series, the special Strictly will look back on some of the best and most memorable moments from the series over the years. Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said: “Throughout its 20-year history, the show has launched careers, sparked trends, and touched the hearts of millions with its dazzling performances, emotional journeys, and unforgettable moments and we will be showcasing it all in this very special programme.” While more details of the anniversary special are currently under wraps, Suzy Lamb, Managing Director, BBC Studios Entertainment, added: “From glittering Ballroom numbers to high-energy Latin routines, the show continues to push the boundaries of dance and entertainment and we want viewers to join us in raising a toast to 20 years of sparkle and shine in the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom.” The show is likely to feature the many stand out moments from two decades of dance that began in 2004, when news presenter Natasha Kaplinsky took the first glitterball home with dance partner Brendan Cole.

Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis is set to star in a new BBC drama - two years after she left EastEnders.The 29-year-old actress rose to fame as Frankie Lewis on the soap back in 2020. Rose, who was born deaf, will return to acting in Reunion - a thriller about a recently released deaf prisoner who was shunned by his community after committing a heinous crime.

Lisa Armstrong has been flooded with support after she shared a heartbreaking post commemorating the fifth anniversary of her dad's passing.The 47 year old makeup artist shared a poignant snap of her father Derek's gravestone on her Instagram page on Tuesday, 14 May - the same day her ex, Ant McPartlin, shared the news that he had become a father for the first time.The inscription on the gravestone read: "In loving memory of Dot Armstrong tragically taken on 29.6.1992 and Derek John Armstrong 12.4.1948 - 13.5.2019. Sadly missed husband, dad and grampy. Forever in our hearts." Lisa added the caption: "My heart....

Strictly couple Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez have found themselves in a bit of family drama as shown on their series, Gemma and Gorka: Behind The Lens on channel W. In the latest instalment, viewers see their daughter Mia, four, suffering after getting a splinter in her finger.

The final two contestants for new Holly Willoughby-fronted Netflix show, Bear Hunt, have reportedly been revealed as TV presenter Steph McGovern and The Inbetweeners star Joe Thomas. According to The Sun, the pair flew out to Costa Rica earlier this month where filming is taking place for the new show, which is hosted by survival expert, Bear Grylls, 49, as well as former This Morning star, Holly, 43. There, they joined a whole host of other celebrities who are taking part in the show, including former Spice Girl Mel B, Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas, and ex-tennis pro, Boris Becker.