BBC test card girl unrecognisable 40 years after iconic role

Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez has concerned viewers of the BBC show after the professional dancer announced an exciting career move out of the UK as he spends some time away from fiancée Gemma Atkinson.

Some Strictly Come Dancing fans have flooded Gorka Marquez with the same question following his latest announcement. The dancer was super excited to reveal the news he'd been teasing after ditching the UK earlier this week.

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC‘s protracted stand-off with five seasoned female news channel presenters has taken another twist after the women were asked to reapply for their jobs for a second time.

Gorka Marquez has revealed he's bagged a new role away from Strictly Come Dancing as he told fans he can 'finally share' the news. The dancer took to social media to reveal he'll be swapping dancing for judging on the Spanish version of the hit BBC One dance show.

EXCLUSIVE: Signature Entertainment has acquired UK & Ireland and Australia & New Zealand rights to Daniel Brühl (Rush) and Riccardo Scamarcio (John Wick: Chapter 2) rally racing film Race For Glory: Audi vs. Lancia from HanWay Films.

The BBC has given additional credit to the man who discovered the fossilized remains of the pliosaur at the center of a critically acclaimed David Attenborough doc, after facing criticism for “airbrushing” him out.

Paramount+ has dropped the official trailer for Sexy Beast, its upcoming drama series prequel to the 2000 cult British gangster movie. James McArdle, Emun Elliott, Tamsin Greig, Stephen Moyer and Sarah Greene star in the series set to premiere January 25 on the streamer.

Bobby Brazier has quickly been brought back down to earth as he returned to the UK after a post-Strictly Come Dancing holiday with his family. The EastEnders actor headed to Mauritius following the end of the BBC One dance contest last month.

The BBC reportedly won't be looking into the 'complaints' about Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice. It comes after Giovanni's recent dance partner, Amanda Abbington, asked for backstage footage of her and the Italian dancer from the BBC. Amanda, 51, left the show suddenly in October for personal reasons and has since shared that she has Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Gemma Atkinson has made an announcement about her career as she addressed whether returning to soap land would ever be on the cards. The Hits Radio host is currently still enjoying her maternity leave after welcoming her second child into the world last year.

Strictly Come Dancing star Fleur East has stunned fans with her cheeky message as she was seen with her husband for the first time since she revealed their pregnancy news. The presenter and singer delighted her fans and followers when she revealed she was pregnant on New Year's Day.

EXCLUSIVE: BBC News has started the year with a sober reminder for staff: money will be tight.

Tim Chan If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. The Australia vs. Pakistan cricket test series has kicked off Down Under, with the two powerhouse nations facing off in front of thousands of fans in Australia and millions more watching from home.

EastEnders star Michelle Collins has been left stranded in Spain after jetting off to celebrate the New Year.The actress, 61, who recently returned to the role of Cindy Beale, was left asking for help after she lost her passport while abroad.Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Michelle reached out to EasyJet as she tried to work out a way back to the UK. She wrote: "Please @easyJet can you help me I have lost my passport at Malaga airport the police (I have been there ) say it is up to the airline to let me fly home, my flight is at 8:30 pm tonight I am heading to the airport having just left the police station .Thank you Michele x" Returning to social media, Michelle then followed this with: "Nobody is very helpful @easyJet this is awful" She later shared that she had not be allowed to fly, writing: "Thank you most of you for your helpful comments.

Graham Norton is bidding goodbye to 2023 alongside a star-studded line-up of guests ahead of the New Year. The presenter will be returning to BBC One with The Graham Norton Show New Year’s Eve on Sunday December 31.

The BBC‘s latest Agatha Christie adaptation concluded last night neck-and-neck in the ratings with ITV‘s Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? from over the Easter Weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing's Graziano Di Prima has shared a sweet snap with his wife Giada Linda, after being apart for three months due to work commitments.The 29 year old dancer revealed he had flown back to Italy to reunite with his wife, 32, and they enjoyed a spa day together. In the photo, Graziano is seen giving Giada a kiss while they both wear white robes. He captioned the Instagram post: 'Special Day just for us.' The couple spent Christmas at their family home and looked very happy as they danced together in a video shared by Graziano.

Instagram photos shared by one of his daughters, the Scottish actor, 52, spent the holiday with both his current wife, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, 39, and his ex-wife, Eve Mavrakis, 57, as one big happy family. This is especially noteworthy because McGregor and Winstead faced cheating allegations when they first got together.

Tim Chan If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. The Australia vs. Pakistan cricket test series has kicked off Down Under, with the two powerhouse nations facing off in front of thousands of fans in Australia and millions more watching from home.

Great British Bake Off host Alison Hammond is a self-professed huge fan of Christmas. And Alison, 48, is now looking forward to enjoying the festive season after having quite the year. She joined the presenting team of the Channel 4 show, as well as presenting the BAFTAs, and continuing her hosting duties on This Morning.