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Carlos Gu reveals Karen Carney's surprising response to venture away from Strictly
Carlos Gu recently completed his first one-man show, and the Strictly champion was supported by dozens of friends, including dance partner Karen Carney
Angela Rippon, 81, 'kicked in the head' in series of terrifying muggings
The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant revealed she was mugged twice in the space of a year
Nadiya Bychkova's beloved former dance partner breaks silence after Strictly axe
Despite being part of Strictly Come Dancing since 2017, Nadiya Bychkova isn't returning with the show for its 2026 series, but she's been supported by a former dance partner
Dianne Buswell introduces baby son to Strictly dancers amid axing reports
The new mum, 36, reunited with Nancy Xu, Vito Coppola and Michelle Tsiakkas after welcoming her first son, Bowden, earlier this month
Strictly Come Dancing misses out on huge accolade for the first time in 8 years
The BBC show failed to receive a BAFTA TV nomination for the first time in almost a decade, despite previously winning the 'Entertainment' category
Nadiya Bychkova breaks silence after Strictly axe: 'This isn't the end'
Professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova has confirmed she is leaving beloved BBC show Strictly Come Dancing after nine years
Karen Hauer quits Strictly Come Dancing after 14 years – watch emotional video
The professional dancer welled up as she shared the news on Instagram
Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg address confusion over newborn baby son's name
Strictly Come Dancing couple Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg welcomed their baby boy this week, and the couple were quick to address confusion over their tot's name
Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg announce birth of baby: 'Never felt a love like it'
Strictly Come Dancing power couple Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg have announced the birth of their son – see the first adorable photos here
Simon Rimmer confuses fans following news of Karen Hauer's Strictly 'axe'
Sunday Brunch star Simon Rimmer has seemingly confirmed Karen Hauer's reported axe from Strictly Come Dancing as he shared a tribute to the star
Karen Hauer the latest Strictly professional dancer to be 'axed' amid 2026 series shake-up – details
Reports of a 2026 shake-up follow the shock news of last season, which saw long-time hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly depart the show
Strictly star shares update on 'scary as hell' breast cancer battle
Dr Punam Krishan, who appeared on the BBC dance show in 2024, paid tribute to her husband Sandesh on their 15th wedding anniversary
Alex Kingston's cancer symptoms she mistook for ageing are not the only 'abnormal' signs, warns oncology surgeon
The actress and Strictly star is in remission from uterine cancer, but revealed she ignored signs from her body until she haemorrhaged on stage
The forgotten faces of 80s TV game shows – where are they now?
The 80s was an incredible decade for TV game shows, with the likes of Blind Date, Bullseye and Family Fortunes – but what happened to their hosts?
Fans surprised as Tess Daly makes surprise appearance on BBC show: 'Feels very weird'
Tess Daly stepped down last year from Strictly Come Dancing, and fans were surprised when the popular presenter made an appearance on a different BBC show
Strictly's Amy Dowden admits she almost gave up dancing on Lorraine
The Strictly professional was first diagnosed with breast cancer back in 2023 and underwent a second mastectomy at the end of last year
The Wanted singer Max George rushed to hospital following emergency operation
The Wanted singer, Max George, who starred in Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, took to social media to share an update with fans
Real reason that Alan Carr and Amanda Holden turned down Strictly presenting job
There are plenty of rumours about who will host Strictly Come Dancing following Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's departure, but it won't be Alan Carr and Amanda Holden
Tess Daly ushers in 'welcome calm' in her 50s as she reflects on post-Strictly chapter
The former Strictly presenter beckons in a new era
Zoe Ball reveals she'd 'love' to take over Strictly Come Dancing hosting duties
The BBC broadcaster and presenter hosted Strictly's spin-off, It Takes Two, for nearly ten years and competed as a contestant in 2005
Tonic Health influencer Sunna van Kampen has a famous Strictly Come Dancing wife
The nutrition influencer has a very glamorous other half, with whom he resides in Devon with their two children, and she's no stranger to the spotlight
Strictly's Kevin Clifton shares heartbreaking loss following death of 'amazing' friend
Former Strictly professional Kevin Clifton has shared a touching tribute to his late friend, Jonathan Clough, after the former producer died from a brain tumour
Strictly star hospitalised in 'shocking' accident after being hit by a car
John Whaite is known for winning The Great British Bake Off and appearing on Strictly Come Dancing opposite Johannes Radebe
Strictly stars break silence after 'shock' of Dr Punam Krishan's cancer battle
Dr Punam Krishan competed on Strictly in 2024 with professional dance partner Gorka Marquez, who flooded her with support after her diagnosis
Meet Angela Scanlon's two mini-me daughters and entrepreneur husband
The One Show star will be competing alongside 11 other contestants on Lord Sugar's The Celebrity Apprentice Christmas specials in aid of BBC Children in Need
Strictly fans think they've worked out who the new host is - do you approve?
Since Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced their departure from Strictly, speculation has been rife about their replacement
Strictly Christmas Special star receives 'greatest gift' after achieving full marks
TV personality Scarlett Moffatt, best known for appearing on Channel 4's Gogglebox, called her Strictly Christmas Special win the "greatest gift"
Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2025 – celebrity contestants, timings and more
The festive special marks Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly's final episode after hosting the show together for over a decade
Strictly viewers left ‘crying’ over Carlos Gu’s heart-wrenching confession
Carlos Gu broke down in tears during the Strictly Come Dancing finale as he gushed about his partnership with Karen Carney
Duchess Sophie caught up in name mishap in live TV moment everyone missed
Prince Edward's wife, the Duchess of Edinburgh, was called the wrong name as she appeared in a pre-recorded video message during the live Strictly final
Strictly 2025: Karen Carney and Carlos Gu make history as they win - beating out Amber Davies and George Clarke
Either Amber Davies, George Clarke or Karen Carney will walk away with the Glitterball tonight. Follow along for all of the action
Queen Camilla pays tribute to 'utterly fabulous' British TV presenters as they exit series
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have hosted their last finale of Strictly Come Dancing, and things got emotional when Queen Camilla sent the pair a special message
George Clarke's life away from Strictly – from famous dad to gorgeous girlfriend
George Clarke will be hoping for Glitterball glory at the Strictly final on Saturday night – here's all you need to know about the social media star ahead of tonight
WATCH: Vernon Kay breaks into tears over wife Tess Daly's last Strictly live show
Vernon Kay got emotional when talking about his wife Tess' big day this weekend, and she presents her last ever live show of Strictly Come Dancing
Strictly's Amber Davies addresses critics with powerful message: 'Can't believe we have to say this in 2025'
Amber Davies has been the target of social media trolls during her stint on Strictly Come Dancing, and in a press conference, the star hit back
Karen Carney reveals heartbreaking reason behind her emotional transformation: 'Strictly fixed me'
Karen Carney is set to compete for Glitterball glory on Saturday night, and ahead of the final, things got emotional during a press conferenceStrictly 2025 finalists are revealed after tenth celebrity exits competition: 'Don't replace me too soon!'
EastEnders actress Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon were in the dance-off for a sixth time opposite West End star Amber Davies and her partner Nikita Kuzmin
Strictly's Amber Davies' monochromatic home she shares with famous boyfriend
Amber Davies will soon be taking part in the Strictly semi-final, but when she's not in the training room, she's at her stunning home with boyfriend Ben Joyce
Strictly's Claudia Winkleman is the woman of the hour as she receives OBE from King Charles
The 53-year-old broadcaster was made an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours and attended an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday