Strictly Come Dancing: Last News

Strictly Come Dancing bosses are reportedly thinking of the line up for next series already and could have their eye on one particular Olympic champion. Following her retirement from cycling, it looks like Laura Kenny could be taking to the dancefloor as the 'ultimate signing' with a source claiming that producers believe the nation would 'love' her. A source told The Mirror: "Laura is Britain's most successful female Olympian, with five gold medals.

Tess Daly gushed about how grateful she felt as she celebrated her birthday with a scrumptious cake as well as cards and presents from her family and friends. The Strictly Come Dancing host turned 55 on Friday and marked her milestone in style as she took to social media to share some special moments from her day.

When it comes to celebrity births, many stars like to broadcast their baby joy to the world, but one Strictly Come Dancing star preferred to keep things far more discreet as they quietly welcomed a new addition without fans ever realising! Welsh sprinter, Iwan Thomas, 50, famously took part in the show back in 2015 alongside his professional dancer parter Ola Jordan and has since revealed to the world that he has welcomed a newborn baby boy alongside his long-term partner. The mystery woman, who was never publicly named to protect her privacy, welcomed the adorable bundle of joy back in February, with the Olympic medalist having since revealed the baby is named Bowie.

Former Strictly Come Dancing star, Oti Mabuse, shared how she became emotional on a train journey as fears for her baby girl's future overwhelmed her.The 33 year old was visibly upset in an Instagram video after witnessing an Easter parade at a local school - and imagined her little one growing up and seeking independence. Oti wrote on Instagram: "Looking at myself on train after I cried because the school near my house held an Easter parade for the kiddies and I already imagined my daughter moving out, going to study at university on another continent because she found out I tracked her on iPhone find me and wants independence." In the same update, she included a clip showing her teary-eyed on the train with the caption, "I'm not ok**".

Fans are buzzing with excitement as Strictly's Zara McDermott announces her new career move.The Strictly Come Dancing star, who recently wowed fans on the dance floor, shared some exciting news about a change in her career. Zara often gives her followers a glimpse into her life on social media and this time, she's announced a new career move that has left her fans saying they "can't wait". On Instagram, Zara revealed a new clothing line called "Rise", sold at Tesco.

Strictly's Dianne Buswell has given her loyal supporters a health update about her dad, who was diagnosed with cancer last year. Back in October, an emotional Dianne revealed that her dad Mark had cancer and she has been keeping her fans posted on social media about how he's getting on ever since.The professional dancer recently posted another update with a photo of her father, showing him giving a thumbs up from his hospital bed, saying "he is doing great".

Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach has reunited with her dance partner Vito Coppola following her rumoured split from Bobby Brazier.Taking to Instagram, the Coronation Street actress, 23, shared a string of smiley snaps with Vito, 31, as they travelled on the tube together. She wrote: "Fun times," alongside a red love heart emoji.

This Morning's famous face Fern Britton had a quick message about new co-hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard. Fern, a former host of the show herself, had something to say when she came as a guest. She made an appearance to talk about her time on Celebrity Big Brother - and as she finished talking, Fern couldn't help but comment on Cat and Ben who took over from Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

Strictly professional dancer Amy Dowden has revealed that she is creating five embryos with husband Ben Jones - after being told by doctors that she can no longer conceive naturally following her cancer treatment. Amy, 33, who was diagnosed with breast cancer last May, confessed that the news wasn’t easy to take in.

Former EastEnders star Danielle Harold may left the BBC soap just last summer and now she's moving onto an exciting new TV project alongside a host of other TV stars. However, the actor has admitted that she was filled with anxiety ahead of the gig.

Celebrity Big Brother's Fern Britton returned to the This Morning sofa on Wednesday to reveal all about her experience on the ITV reality show - and has finally spoken out about her disagreements with Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin in the house. Whilst on the ITV reality show, Fern and Nikita found themselves clashing a number of times, with Nikita nominating Fern for eviction throughout the competition. Speaking to This Morning's Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley, Fern revealed that she and Nikita "didn't get each other" during their time in the house.

Susanna Reid and Lisa Riley have been among those in attendance at the funeral of the late Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor. Robin tragically passed away at the age of 44 in February, with his funeral being held today (26 March) in Ipswich. Others attending the solemn occasion include Janette Manrara, Anton Du Beke, and Deborah Meaden.

BBC Strictly professional dancer Giovanni Pernice has received support from his old Strictly partner during the ongoing controversy with Amanda Abbington. Former Sherlock actress Amanda, 52, claimed she got PTSD after dancing with 33 year old Italian Giovanni on Strictly Come Dancing last year, leaving the show for "medical reasons".Then, it emerged that the mother of two got a "big name lawyer" to retrieve her practice videos from the BBC.

Louis Walsh didn't want to share his phone number with Celebrity Big Brother champ David Potts, even after David won the show on ITV last Friday.The famous music manager from Ireland, who is 71 years old, chatted to Angellica Bell and the hosts James and Matt on Hits Radio Breakfast Show on Tuesday about his time in the famous house. During Friday's final, David got the top prize, and Nikita Kuzmin from Strictly Come Dancing came in second - meanwhile, Louis came in fourth place. Since leaving the house, Louis has been addressing the various comments he made on the show, and on Monday, he apologised to Ronan Keating for calling him "talentless" while talking to Sharon Osbourne.

Giovanni Pernice has shared the the special meaning behind his arm tattoo, amid the continued drama surrounding his recent Strictly Come Dancing partnership with Amanda Abbington.The Sherlock actress, 52, has said that she has developed PTSD after dancing with Giovanni, 33, on the show last year. Amanda exited the show after five weeks due to "medical reasons." Since then Giovanni has defended how he trains, saying he just wants to get the best from his celeb partners. He has now revealed a defiant motto he has tattooed on his forearm, which he showed best pal and Strictly judge Anton du Beke, 47, on their BBC travel show in Spain.

Louis Walsh has opened up about his secret health battle after he confessed to almost quitting Celebrity Big Brother multiple times. Appearing on Monday's instalment of This Morning, Louis, 71, sat down with hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shepherd to discuss his time in the iconic house after reality star David Potts was crowned winner while Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin followed in second place. While chatting with Cat and Ben, Louis admitted that he was unable to sleep while in the house, and lay awake at night until the morning hoping that one of his other housemates would wake up so that he could have some "human contact" again after being alone with his own thoughts for hours on end.The former X Factor judge admitted that the experience was a lot tougher than he imagined, and he almost quit the show several times - but decided to stay and ended up making it to the final.

Nikita Kuzmin has shared some exciting news about his future on Strictly Come Dancing after he did really well on Celebrity Big Brother. The 26 year old dance star was super happy to be the runner-up on the ITV show, with David Potts winning the 2024 series. Other stars who made it to the end were Fern Britton, Louis Walsh, and Colson Smith.

Ashleigh Butler and her pooch Pudsey created television history by being the first-ever dog act to win Britain's Got Talent, making Simon Cowell's dream come true.The dynamic twosome won audiences over on the sixth season of the talent show back in 2012 when Pudsey, a fluffy crossbreed of Border Collie, Bichon Frise, and Chinese Crested dazzled the judges with his tricks. Alesha Dixon was overwhelmed at the time, stating: "I can't cope, this moment is too much. You're showing people what dogs can do when they have good homes and are loved.

Strictly Come Dancing star and Olympic athlete Iwan Thomas has announced he has become a dad again.The now dad-of-three Iwan, 50, and his partner posted the news on Instagram with an adorable picture of all three children together. He revealed the couple had welcomed a baby boy back in January and that they have decided to name him Bowie.The couple kept news of the pregnancy a secret, with fans only just finding out they were adding to their family.

Bobby Brazier was already a rising star when he bagged the role of Freddy on EastEnders in September 2022. But after his dazzling stint on Strictly Come Dancing last year, the son of Jeff Brazier and the late Jade Goody could be destined for something completely different.

Journalist and former winner of Strictly Come Dancing Stacey Dooley has admitted she hasn't used a lift since she got stuck in one whilst on holiday in Spain when she was younger. According to the Daily Star, Stacey, 37, hasn't used a lift in more than two decades and instead always takes the stairs.