The Voice's Tom Jones bursts into tears after touching message from Stevie Wonder

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

VIEWERS of The Voice were left ‘fuming’ on Saturday night as they got to see the new “block” button in action as Olly Murs prevented fellow judge Tom Jones from picking one of the acts.

The Voice UK coach Sir Tom Jones, 80, took part in a backstage game where he had to reveal which of his fellow coaches he would rule out of a situation with him in a game called block party.

Tom has previously spoken of how they first hit it off while talking as part of a Radio 2 documentary marking his 80th birthday.In the documentary, he explained it was her legs which first caught his eye, saying: "I remember her playing marbles and I thought, 'My God, what great legs she's got'."And then she stood up, and she was as pretty in the face as her legs were."Then we started playing kiss-chase. I felt different when I kissed her, and she felt the same way.

Boris Johnson’s recent lockdown three announcement, parents and guardians have been forced to homeschool their children as schools across England remain close due to a surge in coronavirus cases.Admitting homeschooling had been hard so far, Laura took to her Instagram story to detail the situation.She said: “B****y hell, I know I’m not alone and I know I’m not the only working parent who is homeschooling, I know there are so many out there who are having to do this.“But, today was my first day and it is tough.“It’s tough because Rocco and Tahlia's school are doing some virtual lessons, which are fantastic, however when you only have one computer and they need it for their school work, what do you do?Tom Jones inundated with support as he

Tom Jones inundated with support as he speaks out on devastating lossThe father-of-two went on to thank the NHS for their help, adding: “You’re all having a tough time out there but we appreciate the work you are all doing on the front line.”Tom also praised his wife Kelsey for being his “rock” during his difficult time and said he will continue to fight for their children "every second of every day".“Friends, family and everyone on this journey with me - you have got me through my darkest days," he added.“To everyone on here - your love, light and positivity have inspired me.(sic)“Every message has not been unnoticed they have given me so much strength."This journey is a rollercoaster that’s for sure.Today is a f*****g good day.”Tom first

Veteran US radio presenter Rita Houston has died aged 59, with stars including Tom Jones sharing their sadness at her "great loss".

Chris Willman Music WriterA number of prominent musicians spoke up on social media about the rioting by supporters of Donald J. Trump on Capitol Hill Wednesday, most either condemning the president for being responsible for the violence or comparing the tame law enforcement response to what went down during last year’s Black Lives Matter protests.

Olly Murs, 35, took to his Twitter account to apologise to Drew Thomas, 27, after he failed to turn his chair around for him during tonight's The Voice episode.The Heart Skips A Bit hitmaker admitted it was "poor" from him and his colleagues on the talent show to have not given him a chance, as all four coaches including Sir Tom Jones, Will.i.am and Anne-Marie kept their chairs turned away throughout his amazing rendition of Taylor Swift's Exile.Olly typed: "Wow @drewthomasmusic watching the show back...

Get the stories that interest you straight to your inbox every day with our personalised newsletterA teacher has showcased his amazing talent on a hit TV music show.Jeremy Levif, 29, appeared on The Voice UK wowing judges including legendary singer Sir Tom Jones.The singer-songwriter, originally from France and now living in Prestwick, regularly gigs in venues across Ayrshire.And on Saturday, his sparkling performance of ‘How Long Will I Love You’ caught the eye as he sailed through to the next round joining up with US mega-star Will.I.Am as his chosen coach.Backed by his fiancé Kirsty, Jeremy impressed as his moving cover of the song included some of the lyrics sung in French.A teacher of French and German at Wellington School in Ayr,

Sir Tom Jones, 80, revealed he longed to perform with his friend Stevie Wonder, 70, once more, after the latter sent him a heartfelt message to mark his 80th birthday on The Voice UK yesterday.The Sex Bomb hitmaker was seen welling up on the talent show as Stevie declared his love for their enduring friendship and played Isn’t She Lovely on his harmonica.On Twitter, Tom wrote: “Thank you my dear friend @StevieWonder that meant a lot to me. “Here’s to performing with you again soon!”The Welsh legend later dug up an old clip of them performing It’s Not Unusual from his old TV show This Is Tom Jones that aired on screens until 1971.Tom continued: “I've dug out my performance with the legendary @StevieWonder and wanted to share! “This is one of

Sir Tom Jones received a sweet surprise from a longtime friend while appearing on “The Voice UK”.

direct to your inboxFans of the ITV singing contest The Voice were in tears as two musical legends were reunited. There was a surprise appearance by superstar Stevie Wonder on the show as he paid homage to his pal Sir Tom Jones - and the show's coach welled up as Stevie sang for him.

SIR Tom Jones was overcome with emotion after receiving a birthday message from legend, Stevie Wonder. The Welsh crooner turned 80 in June last year, but Stevie recorded a belated video message for him, which brought Tom to tears.

Sir Tom Jones is looking forward to 2021 after revealing that he has had the COVID-19 vaccination.The Welsh singer, who turned 80 in the summer, said it was the “one good thing” about his age.The singer, who returns to TV screens tonight for the new series of The Voice UK, made his comments on New Year’s Eve.He was speaking to Jools Holland on his annual Hootenanny show when he shared his news.When asked about his plans for the new year, the octogenarian told the host that he had already had the coronavirus vaccine.“Well, I have had my jab already,” he began.“Oh, have you?” the musician asked.“Of course. 80-years-old you see, that’s one good thing about being 80.

Tom Jones has shared his delight at being "first in line" to get the coronavirus vaccine.

SIR Tom Jones has opened up about having the coronavirus vaccine and dubbed it the "the real deal". The 80-year-old singer chatted about the jab on Jools Holland's Annual Hootennany show on New Year's Eve, joking it was the only perk of his age.

600,000 people have already been given the first Covid-19 vaccine in the UK between December 8 and December 20 according to the UK government. And tens of thousands of coronavirus vaccines will be delivered across Wales next week, one of Wales' medical advisers has said.

to pop the question to Anne-Marie, 43, after planning the proposal for some time: ‘Both Amzie and Ant adore Christmas, and get really into it every year, so Ant decided to pop the question on Christmas Eve. ‘He’s a traditionalist, so got down on one knee after first checking with Anne Marie’s family that he had their blessing. It was super-romantic, and obviously Anne-Marie said ‘yes’ straight away.‘Obviously getting engaged in the midst of a pandemic isn’t ideal when it comes to planning a wedding… at the moment a summer ceremony is looking extremely unlikely, so it may well be a 2022 affair.’Of course Ant’s bestie Declan Donnelly is said to be ‘thrilled’ about the news, and is expected to be his co-star’s best man on the big day.

The Sun reports.A source told the publication: "Both Amzie and Ant adore Christmas, and get really into it every year, so Ant decided to pop the question on Christmas Eve. "He's a traditionalist, so got down on one knee after first checking with Anne Marie's family that he had their blessing.