Janette Manrara has shared a 'last update' on her adorable daughter as she addressed time flying since her arrival into the world. The presenter and dancer welcomed her first child with her husband Aljaz Skorjanec in July 2023.
11.06.2024 - 20:07 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Karen Hauer distracted fans as she revealed the news she'd be returning to Strictly Come Dancing and even asked herself 'who is that?' The dancer confirmed the news by sharing the first promo picture she ever took for the show back in 2012.
It was announced on Monday (June 10) which professional dancers will be returning to the ballroom later this year as the BBC One dance contest celebrates its 20th birthday.
In its first big announcement of the year, it was confirmed that Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will return as hosts and the judges' desks will see the return of head judge Shirley alongside Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel-Horwood and Anton Du Beke.
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Meanwhile, the dancers who will return include Karen, Amy Dowden, who had missed competing on Strictly last year after she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer, and 2023 winner Vito Coppola.
Completing Strictly's 18-strong pro line-up are: Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington, Nancy Xu, Carlos Gu, Lauren Oakley and Michelle Tsiakkas.
Later, taking to Instagram, Karen shared her first-ever Strictly photo, in which she could be seen sporting a pink dress with dazzling details on the torso while her long, dark locks were softly curled, and said: "How Time flies…"
She continued: "Back for my 13th series. Throwback pic of Little old me on my 1st series. Let’s celebrate 20 years of the best entertainment show #keepdancing @bbcstrictly #13 #20years."
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Janette Manrara has shared a 'last update' on her adorable daughter as she addressed time flying since her arrival into the world. The presenter and dancer welcomed her first child with her husband Aljaz Skorjanec in July 2023.
Ellie Leach has told how she's 'so proud' of her Coronation Street co-star as she continues to carve out her own post-soap career. The actress shot to fame playing Faye Windass in the ITV soap, a role she held for more than a decade until her exit in early 2023.
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.
Ellie Leach has seemingly revealed the sweet way she'll continue to keep Vito Coppola close, particularly when he returns to Strictly Come Dancing this autumn with a new celebrity dance partner.
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.
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.
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.
Vito Coppola has left his fans delighted as he revealed they'll be getting an extra dose of him on their TV screens this year. It was confirmed earlier this month that the dancer will be returning to Strictly Come Dancing this autumn.
Ellie Leach has said she's 'already dreaming' of when she can next ditch the UK after enjoying a well-earned break alongside her mum. It's fair to say that the actress has been non stop since taking part in and winning Strictly Come Dancing 2023.
Vito Coppola and Ellie Leach have been left speechless as they were given some joint news months on from winning Strictly Come Dancing. As fans of the pair know, the professional dancer and the actress lifted the coveted Glitterball trophy back in December.
Strictly Come Dancing stars Dianne Buswell and Vito Coppola were awkwardly put on the spot when they were quizzed over Giovanni Pernice omission from this year's series.
Strictly Come Dancing star Shirley Ballas has backed Giovanni Pernice after it was revealed he wouldn't be returning to the show this year amid allegations about his behaviour.
Vito Coppola was flooded with messages of love and support as he celebrated himself and his fellow Italians who were celebrating a special holiday. The Strictly Come Dancing star has remained in the UK after finishing his second tour of the year with his fellow dancers.
Strictly Come Dancing stars have flooded Amy Dowden with messages after she wrote of her ‘shock’ at receiving an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list. The 33-year-old received the honour to recognise the work as an advocate and ambassador for Crohn’s and Colitis UK.
Ellie Leach has been branded 'unreal' as she posed for a string of gorgeous selfies after ditching the UK. The actress is currently enjoying a well-earned break in the sunshine after a busy first six months of the year that has seen her travelling up and down the country.
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.
Vito Coppola was left emotional as he addressed he return to Strictly Come Dancing and fans said they 'couldn't be happier'. The dancer was confirmed as one of the 18 pros returning to the ballroom later this year.
Amy Dowden is set to feature in a new deeply personal documentary in a second return to the BBC after it was revealed she'll be back taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 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.