Ellie Leach claimed she 'didn't want' her hair anyway after she suffered a blunder while performing live during the Strictly Come Dancing tour. The actress is currently touring the country after winning the BBC One dance show back in December.
18.01.2024 - 17:38 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Annabel Croft has told how she felt after Strictly Come Dancing came to an end. The former tennis ace was one of several famous faces to take on the challenge of learning to dance in the BBC One dance contest last year.
Annabel was paired with professional dancer Johannes Radebe in the hit show with the pair becoming dear friends as they made it all the way to the semi-final of series 21, just missing out on a place in the final which Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola, Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin and Bobby Braizer and Dianne Buswell dance their hearts out for the 2023 title and coveted Glitterball trophy.
Fans were gutted over her exit from the show - which was eventually won by former Coronation Street star Ellie and Italian dancer Vito - however, it was revealed back in November that Annabel's Strictly journey was set to continue in the new year as she'll be taking part in Strictly's 2024 live tour.
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Ahead of performing in arenas across the country, Annabel has opened up about how she felt when the series came to an end in December after viewers watched her dance through the grief of losing her beloved husband. The 57-year-old said a heartbreaking goodbye to her husband Mel Coleman after he died in May, weeks after being diagnosed with cancer.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, Annabel shared how her first Christmas without Mel felt like a 'nightmare' she couldn't wake up from. She said: of the show ending just before the festive season: "I felt lost… it's a bit heartbreaking actually. You have kind of a sick feeling inside.
"I just missed being with Johannes
Ellie Leach claimed she 'didn't want' her hair anyway after she suffered a blunder while performing live during the Strictly Come Dancing tour. The actress is currently touring the country after winning the BBC One dance show back in December.
Layton Williams has said he was 'not expecting' it as he continues to prove he's a fan favourite on the Strictly Come Dancing live tour. The actor and West End star is currently touring the country in a very different kind of show as the juggernaut that is the BBC One dance contest visits cities across the country.
Dianne Buswell has shared an emotional moment with fans as she tours the country with Strictly Come Dancing while also revealing words she says to Bobby Brazier during every show. The dancer is currently on the road with her co-stars as part of the dance show's live tour.
Nikita Kuzmin quickly distracted fans as he gave his followers an alternative look at the Strictly Come Dancing live tour. While fans across the country will be flocking to their local arenas to see him and his co-stars in action, the dancer gave his online followers a behind-the-scenes look at what's going on.
Strictly Come Dancing: Live is coming to Glasgow tonight and the cast arrived at their swanky hotel in the city ahead of their run of three shows.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were quick to flood Vito Coppola with the same praise and support after he shared a 'mistake' message alongside Ellie Leach. The winners of the BBC One dance contest are currently entertaining audiences up and down the country on the show's live tour.
Ellie Leach had a simple two-word response as they was seen beaming alongside two of her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars amid fresh romance rumours - but this time not with Vito Coppola.
Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has addressed what type of dance teacher he is as he was quizzed on what he's really like behind the scenes. The dancer appeared on The One Show on Wednesday night (January 24) to chat about his new tour.
Ellie Leach has been seen cosying up to one of her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars as they hit the road. The BBC One dance contest winner has been reunited with her dance partner Vito Coppola as a number of stars of the 2023 series tour the country in the show's live tour.
Vito Coppola has left his Strictly Come Dancing co-star in tears as he took time out of his busy touring schedule to share what he described as 'part of his heart' with his fans and followers. The dancer is still riding high after winning the BBC One dance contest in December.
Dianne Buswell has sent a four-word message to Bobby Brazier after their time on the road with Strictly Come Dancing. The pair made it to the final of the BBC One dance contest back in December where they went up against Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola and Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin.
Ellie Leach has confirmed the status of her 'relationship' with Vito Coppola after he told her he was 'going nowhere' when their Strictly Come Dancing journey comes to an end. The pair have been subject to romance rumours for months after being partnered in the BBC One dance contest last year.
Janette Manrara has said 'thank God for FaceTime' as she's facing her longest stint away from her daughter since her arrival last summer. The presenter is set to travel up and down the country as the host of the Strictly Come Dancing live tour.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have issued Vito Coppola with a demand as he shared a throwback 'backstage moment' with Ellie Leach. The pair are currently reunited after winning the BBC One dance contest back in December.
Vito Coppola's two-word comment has got fans rushing to respond as he reminded them of one of his and Ellie Leach's many brilliant routines from Strictly Come Dancing 2023. The pair are currently reunited as they prepare for the show's huge live tour which kicks off this week.
Ellie Leach has been flooded with compliments as she took to social media with a string of snaps. The Strictly Come Dancing winner was looking back over her time in the BBC One dance contest but not at her dances.
Bobby Brazier has declared the 'love of his life' as he returns to the Strictly Come Dancing bubble. The actor was this week reunited with dance partner Dianne Buswell, weeks after they missed out on the Glitterball trophy.
Ellie Leach's demand to Vito Coppola as they reunited for the first time since winning Strictly Come Dancing has been uncovered as they made an appearance on This Morning. The pair were reunited this week after spending Christmas and New Year apart.
Ellie Leach has opened up about her 'struggles' as she chatted to fans in a catch-up weeks after her Strictly Come Dancing win. The actress has been enjoying a well-deserved break over the Christmas and New Year period following her epic end in the BBC One dance contest.
Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola looked closer than ever despite spending weeks apart as they were reunited in the training room. The Strictly Come Dancing winners weren't in the room where they spent 13 weeks training for the BBC One dance contest.