Claudia Winkleman's bizarre 'sex ban' with rarely-seen husband – plus little-known royal connection

TV presenter Claudia Winkleman is reportedly planning a significant career move by leaving showbiz agency YMU. The 52 year old Strictly co-host will be parting ways with Tess Daly, 55, as she cuts ties with the company after ten years, according to Alison Boshoff.The BBC favourite is rumoured to be joining a new firm, Little Arrow Management Limited, which was established earlier this year.

House Of The Dragon was cut from the show.During a new interview with Elle, Cooke – who portrays Alicent Hightower in the Game Of Thrones prequel series – explained that the scene in question was “messy as fuck”.“It wasn’t beautiful, and that was really fun to do,” the actor continued, describing the racy moment as “carnal” and “animalistic”.“I think Ryan [Condal, showrunner] said we weren’t learning any more about the characters, which I disagree with slightly, but it’s OK. It’s his show,” Cooke continued.She then suggested that the scene could be released as part of a blooper reel.Cooke, who worked closely with House Of The Dragon’s intimacy coordinator Vanessa Coffey, said: “I thought there’d be way more [sex scenes], and so I’m relieved that when it has been used for me, it’s showing Alicent being pleasured, which is amazing and doesn’t feel gratuitous.

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.

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.

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 returns later this year with a brand new line-up of celebrities, and apparently new rules too.The BBC are said to have launched a new duty of care package in the wake of the bullying allegations made against pro-dancer Giovanni Pernice. As first reported by The Sun, the BBC will include new measures to protect the 2024 celebrity contestants and professional dancers including on-call counsellors, cameras to film training, post-show therapy and even chaperones if requested by the stars.The BBC have also appointed a duty of care executive for the next 12 months.

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.

Tess Daly has been flooded with messages as she declared that she and Vernon Kay had gone 'back to the 80s' - and looked fabulous while doing so. The presenter took to social media to share a snap of herself and her husband as they seemingly enjoyed some time partying together over the weekend.

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.

Gorka Marquez said he was 'excited' as he made an announcement on his Strictly Come Dancing future - and it is good news for fans. The dancer has confirmed that he'll be heading back to the ballroom later this year when the BBC One dance contest returns.

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.

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.

Cloaked celebrities return to the legendary Scottish castle for a game of detection, backstabbing as The Traitors returns for a brand-new series.The second American season of the show will air on BBC Three next week - beginning on Wednesday 12 June. Alan Cumming will take Claudia Winkleman’s place as host and will welcome 22 contestants to compete in games and gruelling roundtables all in the hope of winning a cash prize. As it’s the US series, most of the celebrities won’t be well-known to a UK audience.

Claudia Winkleman looks incredible in the second series of The Piano on Channel 4, even though she famously ‘hates exercise.’ The 52-year old looks better than ever in her hosting role alongside Mika and Lang Lang, and despite trying to avoid exercise at all costs, she credits her long-lasting good looks to her gym classes, the braces she got later in life, and taking afternoon naps. She also — although dermatologists may advise otherwise — refuses to drink water. Regardless of her animosity towards the gym, Claudia has admitted to dragging herself to workout classes to maintain her toned legs and arms.

Fans of The Traitors were left gobsmacked as a familiar face from the show's first series announced they're jetting off to Love Island USA. Instagram was buzzing when the reality TV alum showed up in his swimwear, causing quite the stir. Aaron Evans, who clinched victory in the inaugural season of The Traitors, hosted by Strictly’s Claudia Winkleman, is set to spice things up on Love Island USA this year.The American spin-off of the hit dating show is kicking off its sixth season next week on Peacock, with a fresh batch of singles ready to mingle in the Fijian villa.

Strictly Come Dancing's very own Claudia Winkleman is instantly recognisable with her statement heavy fringe and smouldering eyeliner look.The beloved presenter, who brings sparkle to the dancefloor alongside Tess Daly, is also a fan of a good spray tan and often opts for a subtle nude lip. Opening up to the Mirror back in 2021, Claudia shared her beauty philosophy: "When I'm orange, I feel better".

The Great British Sewing Bee has returned to TV screens with a brand new series, with a fresh set of amateur sewers competing to be crowned Britain’s best seamster. Now in its 10th series, the hit BBC One show brings in millions of viewers each year. To keep things fresh, The Great British Sewing Bee has introduced a new host for series 10, with actor Kiell Smith-Bynoe replacing former presenter Sara Pascoe.

Giovanni Pernice, the Italian professional dancer who is being investigated by Strictly Come Dancing bosses following allegations he was abusive to some of his celebrity dancing partners, has now been criticised for possibly snubbing one of his fellow dancers on the show. In an unearthed clip from 2023’s final, dancer Vito Coppola and his celebrity partner Ellie Leach are celebrating winning the competition and are surrounded by lots of the other Strictly competitors, as well as presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as they raise the glitterball trophy in the air.

The furore surrounding Italian dancer Giovanni Pernice has intensified rather than died down in recent weeks - as it has been alleged that more former partners may be coming out of the woodwork to ‘question’ their Strictly experiences with him. Amid rumours that he was leaving the BBC show, the Sicilian released a statement on his Instagram to his ‘dear fans’, writing that he "reject[s] any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour," adding: "I look forward to clearing my name." Now, according to a source, someone else behind-the-scenes who is ‘upset’ about the controversy surrounding the Strictly star is one of the show’s mainstays - Tess Daly.They claim that the glamorous 55 year old, who co-hosts the hit show with her friend, the hilarious Claudia Winkleman, has been left ‘really upset’ about the whole controversy.