BBC Strictly's Graziano Di Prima shares heartbreaking reason he couldn't compete in UK as a kid

Strictly Come Dancing fans have shared their 'hope' after some thought a 'new dancer' had been hired. Things were a bit different on Sunday night (December 3) as the results show became a general chit-chat with the show's stars following an unexpected withdrawal from the BBC One dance contest.

Strictly Come Dancing host Claudia Winkleman has announced she will be leaving her BBC Radio 2 show on Saturday mornings next year. Speaking about her decision, she said: “I absolutely love Radio 2 and it’s been a privilege to host the Saturday morning show for three years.

Zara McDermott has opened up about her shock health diagnosis which comes while her boyfriend Sam Thompson is halfway around the world taking part in I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here.

Strictly Come Dancing fans are 'gutted' as Annabel Croft revealed she's set to swap out her dance partner.The former tennis star has been impressing the judges and viewers on the BBC One dance contest as she wows with her routines alongside dance partner Johannes Radebe.The last show saw the duo make it through to week eleven of the 2023 run of the competition, after they performed a paso double to Espana Cani by Trad. Annabel and Johannes were colour-coordinated in black and yellow Latin-inspired outfits, impressing the public and sending them through to the quarter-finals.

BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent has shared the touching reason she's joining the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special, following some personal struggles. The 52 year old telly star was one of the first three celebs announced for the 2023 festive show, after opening up about her marriage breakdown. Sally is teaming up with Graziano Di Prima for the special, sharing snaps of them together on the set of It Takes Two.

Strictly Come Dancing star Luba Mushtuk was supported by fellow dancing stars as she celebrated becoming a British citizen. The dancer, who was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia joined the cast of Strictly in 2018.

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.

Tess Daly has given a glimpse into the adorable welcome home party she threw for husband Vernon Kay after his incredible ultramarathon for Children in Need.The Strictly Come Dancing presenter, 54, took to her Instagram Stories on Sunday, 19 November to share a snap of the 'warm welcome' she'd organised for Radio 2 presenter Vernon, 49, after her returned home. A series of congratulatory cards could be seen as well as a gift bag and small bottle of champagne. A card with 'congratulations Vernon' printed on it was on display a well as multicoloured bunting and numerous small candles.

With Strictly Come Dancing heading to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom this weekend, it appears that dancing fever has well and truly taken over the seaside town.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left stunned after it was revealed that professional dancer Graziano Di Prima has had a surprising career change. The television personality, who was paired in the latest series with documentary maker and former Love Island star Zara McDermott, is appearing in a film airing on US television called A Paris Christmas Waltz. Graziano was cast in it alongside stars including Jade Ewen from the Sugababes and Matthew Morrison from Glee.

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.

Strictly Come Dancing stars have praised "hero" Amy Dowden for finishing her eighth and final round of chemotherapy. The 33 year old professional dancer shared a video on Instagram of the moment she rang a chemotherapy bell, marking the end of her treatment.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington seems to have confirmed that Ellie Leach and her dance partner Vito Coppola are dating. After the pair made it through another week, Ellie posted a lovely photo of herself and Vito on the show, and Amanda's comment has led fans to believe they're a couple. Ellie wrote: "thank you, thank you, thank you.

Former Coronation Street star Ellie Leach is reportedly "smitten" with her Strictly Come Dancing pro partner Vito Coppola. The pair have been surrounded by romance rumours for weeks after they were seen leaving the Pride of Britain awards together last month. Vito also kisses Ellie on the cheek at the end of every routine they perform on the BBC series.

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.

Adam Thomas has sparked concern among Strictly Come Dancing fans as he placed joint bottom of the leaderboard following his latest performance. The actor made it through to week seven of the BBC One dance contest after facing the dreaded dance-off last weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing star Adam Thomas gushed over his wife Caroline as he announced he would be taking the dance floor to their wedding song ahead of tonight’s show. Last week Adam, 35, and his professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk found themselves in the bottom two, however were saved by the judges, sending Love Island star Zara Mcdermott and her partner Graziano Di Prima home.

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.

Zara McDermott looked like she's bounced back from her recent Strictly Come Dancing exit as she posed up a storm for a sexy photoshoot in London.The star, who became the latest Strictly contestant to get booted off the popular BBC dance competition, appeared all smiles as she strutted her stuff her the camera. After landing in the bottom two alongside Adam Thomas, Zara was eliminated during Halloween week by the judges, having received the lowest score during the live show, being awarded just 25 points. But the star, who first rose to fame after appearing on Love Island in 2018, later added that she "knew this day would come" as she opened up about how grateful she was for the Strictly experience.

The couples are whittling down fast as the battle for the Glitterball trophy continues on Strictly Come Dancing The nine remaining celebrity contestants and their professional dance partners will return to the ballroom on Saturday night (November 4) but will there be early fireworks?