BBC Strictly host Tess Daly's real name revealed after she ditched it aged 17

Shirley Ballas has said she had one of the 'best days of her life' as she ditched Strictly Come Dancing for another TV role. The BBC One dance contest's head judge, known as the 'Queen of Latin', has swapped the ballroom for the Tardis, it has been revealed.

Tess Daly has shared a rare gushing post about her husband Vernon Kay as he returned home following his epic challenge for Children In Need. The BBC Radio 2 host has been flooded with praise after he completed a gruelling ultra ultramarathon.

Strictly Come Dancing star Luba Mushtuk has announced the "special" news that she is now a British citizen in a new social media post.The 34 year old, who joined the cast of Strictly in 2018, took to Instagram on Tuesday, 21 November to proudly reveal she has been granted British citizenship alongside two photos of her with her official documents at Camden Town Hall. "She is a British Citizen.

Dianne Buswell and Bobby Brazier found themselves in the Strictly Come Dancing dance-off on Sunday night's show - the first time they have been in the bottom two all series.They were up against Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington, but ultimately, Bobby and Dianne were unanimously saved by the judges. But it all seemed a bit much for Dianne, 34, who had tears streaming down her face and was struggling to hold it together as she clung tightly to Bobby, 20, as he wrapped a protective and supportive arm around her.

Vernon Kay received a ‘hero’s welcome’ in Greater Manchester on Saturday night as he hosted his first fundraiser since completing his charity marathon challenge.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have demanded 'justice' for Nigel Harman as his routine in Blackpool failed to impress all the judges. On Saturday night (November 8) the seven remaining couples performed in the iconic Tower Ballroom as the show made its annual trip to the seaside town.

A woman was taken to hospital after a fierce blaze at a block of flats. Images from the scene show flames and thick smoke pouring out from windows on both sides of the residential building in the Coppice area of Oldham on Friday afternoon.

Children in Need returns for another year with the BBC hoping to once again raise millions of pounds for the charity. The annual live show takes place on Friday night with the general public and celebrities looking to raise lots of cash to help kids across the country.

Tess Daly has shared her disappointment as she couldn't be there to cheer on her husband Vernon Kay, who completed an epic ultramarathon for Children In Need.The Strictly Come Dancing host said she was "absolutely gutted" not to be at the finish line due to filming commitments. Vernon Kay, who hosts the morning show on BBC Radio 2, took on a 115-mile ultramarathon to raise money for the charity that supports disadvantaged children and young people across the UK.

Tess Daly has told fans she is 'absolutely gutted' as her husband Vernon Kay got a hero's welcome after completing his epic challenge for Children In Need. BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon took on an ultra ultramarathon to raise money for the charity that helps improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people around the UK.

It was a tear-jerking finale to BBC star Vernon Kay's epic Ultra ultramarathon challenge - as he entered his home town of Bolton to huge cheers. Vernon was in tears as he completed the gruelling 116 mile route from Leicester to Bolton over the course of four epic days and learnt he'd raised £4MILLION so far.

Tess Daly has said her nerves are 'shredded' as her emotional catch-up with her husband Vernon Kay was heard live on the radio. The Strictly Come Dancing host has been trying to keep in regular contact with her other half as he takes on an epic challenge.

Tess Daly has said she is 'in bits' as she shared her thanks to those supporting her husband Vernon Kay in his epic challenge before she watched him break down in tears. BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon is halfway through his exhausting challenge to help raise cash for Children In Need.

Fans have been left with the same observation as Ryan Thomas shared a sweet family snap alongside his brothers, twins Adam and Scott. The trio were able to spend a wholesome day together with their families following Adam's exit from Strictly Come Dancing.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have convinced themselves that one judge has an 'issue' with Bobby Brazier after his latest performance failed to impress them. The EastEnders star was back in the ballroom on Saturday night (November 12) alongside dance partner Dianne Buswell.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers said 'we don't need to be reminded' just minutes into Saturday night's show as they were distracted by a constant reference.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Claudia Winkleman announced a big change in the schedule for the live show. Claudia confirmed that this week's Strictly Come Dancing will be aired at an earlier time by BBC bosses for a very important reason.

Strictly Come Dancing's Vito was left embarrassed after making a mistake on the popular BBC One show's latest results episode on Sunday night (November 5). Vito and his celebrity partner Ellie sailed through to the next week after wowing the judges with their American Smooth routine, earning a near-perfect score of 39. However, after making their way upstairs for a fun chat with Claudia, Vito was left red-faced after getting her name wrong.

Zara McDermott was left 'sobbing' as she tuned in to watch Strictly Come Dancing following her exit. Saturday night's show marked the first time the former Love Island star hasn't competed in the ballroom after being given the boot following last show's Halloween special.

Zara McDermott has thrown herself back into work as she distracts herself from her Strictly Come Dancing axe. The former Love Island star became the fifth celebrity contestant to be eliminated from the BBC One contest last weekend following the epic Halloween special.