BBC Strictly's Annabel Croft supported by co-stars as she marks emotional anniversary

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.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has confirmed that he will be returning to the hit BBC show when it airs this autumn.The BBC recently announced the line-up of professional dancers for the new season, confirming Amy Dowden, Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington, Nancy Xu, Carlos Gu, Lauren Oakley, Michelle Tsiakkas and Vito Coppola as returning pros, On Tuesday, June 11, Celebrity Big Brother star Nikita, 26, confirmed his return with his 282,000 Instagram followers, writing: "ANNOUNCEMENT. I am thrilled to announce that I will be joining Strictly again for my 4th season!! Can’t wait for all the new and exciting things coming upppp [red heart emojis] @bbcstrictly." The dancer and choreographer's celeb pals and Strictly co-stars raced to the comments to congratulate him on the news.

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.

Debbie McGee has expressed her sorrow over Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly Come Dancing.The dynamic duo, who danced their way to third place in the 2017 series of the BBC show, captured the hearts of viewers with their stunning performances.Taking to social media, Debbie shared her feelings: "I'm heartbroken for @pernicegiovann1.". Reflecting on her time on Strictly, she added: "My memories of Strictly will always be happy and life changing. He nurtured me through my grief and gave me the confidence that I could do things I thought were beyond me." The BBC recently announced the line-up of professional dancers for the new season, confirming Amy Dowden, Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington, Nancy Xu, Carlos Gu, Lauren Oakley, Michelle Tsiakkas and Vito Coppola as returning pros, reports the Liverpool Echo.

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.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been sharing their thoughts on the news that Giovanni Pernice won't be returning to the ballroom this year. The news came as the BBC revealed which professional dancers will be returning to the ballroom later this year as the dance contest celebrates a major milestone.

The countdown to Strictly Come Dancing 2024 is officially on as the first line-up news for the upcoming series has been revealed. The BBC has revealed which professional dancers will be returning to the ballroom later this year as the dance contest celebrates a major milestone.

Amy Dowden has declared 'bring it on' as fans rushed to support her over the news of her return to Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer has been confirmed in the show's 2024 line-up after being forced out of last year's series due to her cancer diagnosis.

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.

The Strictly Come Dancing line-up has been announced - and Giovanni Pernice won't appear following allegations of 'abuse' from former celebrity partners. Giovanni's Strictly partner Amanda Abbington, whom he danced with in 2023, claimed to have PTSD following her experience on the show.

It has been confirmed that Amy Dowden will return to Strictly Come Dancing this year after being forced out of last year's series due to her cancer diagnosis.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell is on cloud nine, as she shared her baby joy following a trip to Australia.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell absolutely beamed with joy as she shared the most adorable baby news from her Australian getaway.The much-loved Strictly star and her beau, YouTuber and author Joe Sugg, have jetted off for some well-deserved family time in Dianne's native Australia The trip comes in what has been a difficult year so far for Dianne, 35, as she's been juggling supporting her dad - who lives in Australia - through his battle with cancer, with her busy life filming Strictly and her other work commitments in the UK. In sweet clips she posted to her social media this week, Dianne and Joe were seen snuggling up to her newborn nephew Roman and big his sister Zofia for the first time.

Shirley Ballas has seemingly confirmed her future on Strictly Come Dancing as she was seen wowing fans in a bikini as she ditched the UK with her fiancé. Her position of as the BBC One dance show's head judge hasn't been confirmed by the BBC.

Vito Coppola shared a message about 'going home' after finishing up his latest stint on the road. The Strictly Come Dancing star has been travelling the length and breadth of the UK ever since her returned from Italy at the start of the year.

Ellie Leach has opened up about her emotional journey following her split from Reagan Pettman.The actress, who last year took home Strictly Come Dancing's Glitterball trophy with dance partner Vito Coppola, candidly spoke about the split during an Instagram Q&A. One fan asked the former Coronation Street star - who was later linked to fellow Strictly contestant Bobby Brazier - how she dealt with her break-up, to which she replied with a photo of herself and her close friend Jade Mcivor.

Ellie Leach has shared details of her emotional reunion with Vito Coppola as she paid a visit to see some of the Strictly Come Dancing stars on tour while she travels up and down the country herself. The stars aligned on Thursday (May 23) as the BBC dance show's reigning champs were performing in the same city at the same time.