Amy Dowden has told fans she's 'still learning' as she continues to share updates from her sunny break. The Strictly Come Dancing star ditched the UK for Portugal over the weekend with her husband Ben Jones.
06.06.2024 - 16:09 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Janette Manrara is on track to making her daughter a Disney fan just like she is as they soak up the 'magical moments' at DisneyWorld. The dancer and TV star headed to Miami with her husband Aljaz Skorjanec and their little girl, Lyra, last week.
It is the first time the couple, who welcomed Lyra into the world last year, have travelled long-haul with their daughter and headed to see Janette's family, who have been seen paying visits to the UK to meet their granddaughter and niece for the first time.
Sharing a sweet picture from the plane, Janette said on Instagram: "Our first long haul flight and it was not as easy or straightforward as we would have liked, but we made it to Miami and in the midst of the madness we found pockets of joy and excitement to be travelling together as a little family. Also, how cute is Lyra sleeping in the bassinet? Thanks for checking in everyone."
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Then, Janette appears to have had the moment she could have only dreamed of as the self-confessed Disney fanatic took Lyra to meet Mickey Mouse for the first time.
In a video shared to Instagram, the 40-year-old could be seen carrying her little girl in her arms as Mickey waited to meet them. Janette and Lyra were sporting matching mouse ears as they laughed and smiled upon meeting the iconic characters. Mickey was then seen embracing an excitable Lyra as Janette watched on with the biggest smile on her face.
Sharing the video of the special moment with her 596,000 followers, Janette said: "My heart. When Lyra Rose met #MickeyMouse," before adding the classic
Amy Dowden has told fans she's 'still learning' as she continues to share updates from her sunny break. The Strictly Come Dancing star ditched the UK for Portugal over the weekend with her husband Ben Jones.
Another Strictly Come Dancing star has commented on Giovanni Pernice's exit from the show as Shirley Ballas said the 'show must go on'. Earlier this month, the BBC confirmed the professional dancer line-up for the upcoming 2024 series which didn't include the Italian dancer.
Gorka Marquez has shared his response to Giovanni Pernice's exit from Strictly Come Dancing as he was put on the spot during a live TV appearance. The dancer was quizzed alongside Karen Hauer as they appeared on Good Morning Britain on Tuesday (June 25).
Janette Manrara has said she still 'can't believe' the direction of her career is currently taking as she prepares for her next big step. The former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer will release her very first book later this year.
Shirley Ballas has teased excitement for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing, saying the announcement of the 2024 line-up will come 'rather soon.
Janette Manrara has shared that she felt 'mum guilt' for taking time away from her baby daughter. The Strictly Come Dancing star welcomed her first child Lyra Rose into the world in July 2023 with partner and former pro Strictly dancer Aljaz Skorjanec.
Adam and Ryan Thomas are set to become the nation's new favourite duo, stepping into the limelight with their very own prime-time gameshow on ITV.The charming brothers, who have captured hearts across the UK, are gearing up for a thrilling TV takeover, potentially rivaling the iconic Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly. In an exclusive reveal to the Mirror, Adam, at 35 years young, dishes on this exciting new chapter.The show, intriguingly titled '99 To Beat', will feature a whopping 100 contestants battling it out in a series of nail-biting challenges under the guidance of the dynamic Thomas siblings, who just recently celebrated Ryan's 40th birthday. With each game, the stakes get higher as competitors are knocked out until one victor emerges triumphant.
Ryan and Adam Thomas, beloved by UK audiences, appear to be poised to take over the prime-time slot currently occupied by Ant and Dec.
Janette Manrara was left saying 'sorry' to her fans for her lack of updates after previously sharing why she'd been 'MIA' from social media following a wholesome trip back to America to reunite with her family alongside her daughter for the first time.
Janette Manrara has shared her first update since arriving back in the UK from her first long-haul trip with her daughter and revealed they'd both been struck down my sickness. The presenter and dancer had been sharing updates from her break to Miami with her husband Aljaz Skorjanec and their little girl, Lyra Rose.
Craig Revel Horwood has revealed a big career move just days after it was revealed he'd be returning to Strictly Come Dancing in just a few months time. The BBC One dance contest judge is following in the footsteps of co-star Anton Du Beke and is gearing up to release an album.
Giovanni Pernice has taken to social media for the first time since it was announced he wouldn't be returning to Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer wasn't included in the line-up of professional dancers confirmed by the BBC who will return to the ballroom later this year.
Janette Manrara has been flooded with messages as she shared with fans an emotional moment she experienced with her family during her trip to the States as she said they 'won't be together' when a big milestone occurs next month (July).
One of Giovanni Pernice's former dance partners has spoken out in support after it was revealed he wouldn't be returning to Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer wasn't included in the line-up of professional dancers from the BBC who will return to the ballroom later this year.
Gorka Marquez has received a wave of support after confirming he will return to Strictly Come Dancing.
Giovanni Pernice was seen cosying up to his girlfriend before his future on Strictly Come Dancing was confirmed. The dancer was not announced in the line-up of professional dancers returning to the BBC One dance contest this year.
Adam, Ryan and Scott Thomas are taking part in In With a Shout for Soccer Aid, hosted by Joel Dommett, in which they will be taking on a side featuring member's of England Women's Football Team.Their appearance on the gameshow on Saturday, 8 June, comes just days after it was announced Ryan and Adam had landed their own hosting gig on new ITV game show 99 To Beat. It's not the first time the siblings have starred together on screen. When the Thomas brothers scored their first ITV travel show together, Absolutely India: Mancs In Mumbai in 2020, it was a dream come true for the trio.
Fans shared in Janette Manrara's emotion as she shared a sweet move from her brother as she spends time with her rarely-seen siblings during a break away from the UK. The dancer and presenter left her Cheshire home for the USA last week alongside her husband Aljaz Skorjanec and their daughter.
Amy Dowden has marked a year since undergoing her first surgery after being diagnosed with cancer. The Strictly Come Dancing star was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in May last year.
Michelle Keegan has said she's 'ready and available' as she jokingly eyed up a new job that you could say is a far cry from her acting work. The actress has recently returned to the UK following her second stint filming her next drama in Australia.