Claudia Winkleman's tears as she nearly quit hosting Strictly despite Tess Daly pact

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.

Beloved presenter Claudia Winkleman has returned to screens recently with the second series of hit show The Piano, which sees gifted amateur pianists to play live at some of the nation's busiest train stations. And as another instalment of the show airs today (2 June), Claudia will join musicians Mika and Lang Lang as they judge the contestants.

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.

Professional dancer Katya Jones burst onto our screens on Strictly Come Dancing eight years ago – now, it’s hard to imagine it without her and her dazzling choreography. Russian-born Katya, 35, tells OK! (after apologising for being full of cold) about whether there is a special someone on the scene these days following her 2019 split from ex-husband Neil Jones. Her fellow pro Neil has since moved on with Love Island star Chyna Mills, and they’re now parents to baby daughter Havana.

The Great British Sewing Bee is back this month, with a new raft of hopefuls working on their darts, backstitch and binding. The popular reality show has some familiar faces who sewists will love to see return.

Sewists rejoice, as the reality show for enthusiastic stitchers is returning. The Great British Sewing Bee is back for its 10th series.

Strictly Come Dancing legend Brendan Cole dished the dirt on his former co-stars during a telling chat on This Morning, revealing that the late great Bruce Forsyth could be "very temperamental" and even "horrible" when things didn't go his way. During the interview with hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard, Brendan reminisced about his time on the show, which he left in 2018. He shared fond memories of former Strictly host, Sir Bruce Forsyth, saying: "He was incredible off the stage more so then he was on the stage.

Tess Daly was full of nostalgia which led to fans flooding her with messages as she reflected on Strictly Come Dancing's huge milestone. The hit BBC One dance contest first aired on May 15 2004 as a new incarnation of the professional dancing series Come Dancing.

Ellie Leach has been flooded with compliments as she shared a fresh selfie to social media while also revealing the moment she was confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing for the first time.

Just days after Strictly Come Dancing won the BAFTA for Best Entertainment programme, the BBC have teased that there will be a special spin-off show as part of Strictly’s 20th anniversary celebrations.To mark the show’s birthday, and to celebrate the fact that it is the BBC’s most successful entertainment series, the special Strictly will look back on some of the best and most memorable moments from the series over the years. Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said: “Throughout its 20-year history, the show has launched careers, sparked trends, and touched the hearts of millions with its dazzling performances, emotional journeys, and unforgettable moments and we will be showcasing it all in this very special programme.” While more details of the anniversary special are currently under wraps, Suzy Lamb, Managing Director, BBC Studios Entertainment, added: “From glittering Ballroom numbers to high-energy Latin routines, the show continues to push the boundaries of dance and entertainment and we want viewers to join us in raising a toast to 20 years of sparkle and shine in the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom.” The show is likely to feature the many stand out moments from two decades of dance that began in 2004, when news presenter Natasha Kaplinsky took the first glitterball home with dance partner Brendan Cole.

Maya Jama left King Charles in stitches with a cheeky Love Island quip during a star-studded Buckingham Palace garden party.The TV presenter and host of the hit ITV2 dating show sparked a light-hearted moment with the King at the garden party celebrating the creative industries. Upon meeting the monarch, 29 year old Maya introduced herself, saying to the Charles: "I host Love Island. I don't know if you've watched it? It's a reality dating show." King Charles, 75, quipped back: "There's one born every minute." When asked about her future plans, Maya told the King: “I’m just about to go to Spain to film some young people snog someone”, promising a new lineup of singles eager for romance in the well-known villa, reports the Mirror.

King Charles has been spotted rubbing shoulders with celebs like Maya Jama and Tess Daly at a Buckingham Palace garden party today, Wednesday 15 May, as he gets back into the swing of Royal duties. The 75 year old King, alongside Queen Camilla, Prince Edward, and the Duchess of Gloucester, hosted 4,000 guests from the worlds of culture, art, heritage, and entertainment to highlight their contribution to the UK's economy.

Vernon Kay has been told he 'slayed' as he proudly watched his wife take on media duties following Strictly Come Dancing's latest award win. Tess Daly and her co-host Claudia Winkleman sported sensational white outfits as they attended the BAFTA Television Awards over the weekend.

Oti and Motsi Mabuse have shared the 'reality' behind their latest glamorous red carpet appearance after the sisters strutted their stuff at the BAFTA Television Awards over the weekend.

Tess Daly was left gushing over her husband Vernon Kay as he joined her as her date at the Bafta Television Award 2024. The presenter looked sensational as she hit the red carpet with her man on Sunday (May 12) alongside her fellow stars of the small screen.

It was a star-studded night in the capital as the stars of the small screen united in force at the Bafta Television Awards 2024. They headed to London's Royal Festival Hall to celebrate the best in TV over the past year on Sunday (May 12) in a glamourous ceremony.

When it comes to red-carpet dressing, we never expect Traitors presenter Claudia Winkleman to follow the fashion crowd.The eye-liner-loving lady once again didn't disappoint with her choice of eveningwear for the 2024 Bafta Awards- she's always ahead of the style game.The Strictly Come Dancing host much to our surprise disregarded her signature colour, black, instead opting for a crisp white tailored suit, which we predict to be from one of her favourite designer labels, Saint Laurent or The Kooples. After her 'countrycore' traitors wardrobe went viral earlier on in the year, could we love her anymore? Paired simply with a white shirt buttoned to the neck, a YSL canvas clutch for £395 here and her signature glossy locks the presenter just put the white suit firmly back on the map for summer and we're eager to steal her style.