Coronation Street's Maureen Lipman's life off screen with new man after husband's death

Strictly Come Dancing has returned much to the delight of fans as we watch this year's celebrities take to the ballroom in the hope of lifting the Gliterallball trophy. Helping them on their way are the talented professional dancers, including Michelle Tsiakkas in her second time on the show.

While Jody Cundy, CBE, has certainly made a name for himself in the world of sports as a decorated Paralympian, he's also found luck in matters of the heart. Here's everything you need to know about the sports star and his fiancée, Lucy Bowles. Born on October 14, 1978, in England, Jody Cundy is a versatile athlete who has excelled in both swimming and cycling.

Kate Garraway appeared taken aback when Coronation Street star Dame Maureen Lipman presented her with a gift live on Good Morning Britain. The presenter was fronting the ITV news programme on Friday (September 22) alongside Ben Shephard when they were joined by the actress.

EastEnders star Jessie Wallace has played the iconic role of Kat Slater for over two decades and has been at the heart of some pretty dramatic storylines over the years, along with her signature leopard print style. Jessie, 51, has starred on the hit BBC soap on and off since 2000 when she arrived on Albert Square with her three sisters Lynne, Little Mo and Zoe. Some of her greatest storylines include the infamous baby swap scandal, the shocking revelation that Zoe was actually her daughter and the breakdown and make up of her relationship with Alfie Moon.

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The 2023 series of Strictly Come Dancing is just around the corner, with the new season scheduled to launch of BBC One on Saturday 16 September. A new set of celebrities are set to take to the iconic dance floor on the hit BBC One show, including Bobby Brazier, Les Dennis, Ellie Leach and Angela Scanlon. This year's pairings are yet to be revealed, with Strictly bosses being careful to keep them under wraps until the launch show.

Angela Scanlon is set to compete in this year's Strictly Come Dancing alongside the likes of Bobby Brazier and Zara McDermott.The Your Garden Made Perfect and The One Show presenter, 39, is a familiar face on our screens after starting her successful career as a stylist and a journalist, before moving into television. But when she's not on our screens, the Irish presenter can be found at home with her beautiful family. Here we take a look at Angela's family life as she takes to the Strictly dancefloor...

Thanks to her dry sense of humour and iconic look, Claudia Winkleman’ has become a favourite among TV fans over recent years.The 51 year old star is set to make a welcome return to our screens on Saturday, with the 2023 series of Strictly Come Dancing beginning on BBC One. Claudia will team up with co-host Tess Daly, 54, once again for the hit dancing show. Alongside Strictly, Claudia also hosts BBC's The Traitors, Britain's Best Home Cook and The Piano, and can be found presenting BBC Radio 2 on Saturday mornings.

Coronation Street fans have predicted - or are at least are hoping - for wedding bells for two of the show's best-loved characters.

Coronation Street fans have been quick to point the finger of blame as they 'worked out' who stole Tyrone Dobbs' car. During Wednesday night's edition of the ITV soap (September 13), the mechanic was left in a bit of a flap when he discovered his motor had gone.

Soap bosses have confirmed that Brian Conley is set to depart Eastenders after a three year stint on the show. The star, 62, joined the show as Thomas “Rocky” Cotton, a con-man trying to scam Sonia Fowler into believing that he is her long lost father, in May 2021. Brian’s character is still in the midst of drama when his departure was announced this week, leaving viewers stunned, and stoking rumours of a behind the scenes feud.

Coronation Street fans have pointed out a huge weather blunder by the soap after the UK was hit with a heatwave last week. In the episode which aired on Monday, 11 September, viewers watched as Evelyn Plummer wrapped herself in several blankets and wore two cardigans and fluffy socks as her boiler had broken and her flat was freezing.

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Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan joked that her fans and followers will be left 'sick' of her as she revelled in her recent glamourous appearance. The actress pulled out all the stops as she attended the National Television Awards earlier this week.

Coronation Street is set to air some upsetting scenes on tonight's episode (Friday). Evelyn Plummer packs her bags and moves out of grandson Tyrone's home after he was given an ultimatum and chose his mum Cassie over her.

Despite announcing her new romance recently, actress Maureen Lipman walked the red carpet at the National Television Awards solo. The Coronation Street actress, 77, had opened up about her new beau, named David, in an interview days prior to the event and revealed she was planning to attend the NTAs with her new man. Follow our live NTAs blog here However, it appears there was a change of plan as Maureen graced the red carpet alone at the O2 Arena on Tuesday, looking stylish in a black and pink ensemble.

Faye Brookes celebrated her 36th birthday while on a lavish Maldives honeymoon with husband Iwan Lewis. The Coronations Street star tied the knot with actor Iwan during a fairytale wedding in the Cotswolds just ten months after they first got together, and seven months after their engagement. The pair jetted off to the Maldives at the end of last month and on Sunday had another reason to celebrate as Faye turned 35 while staying on the beautiful island.To kick things off, Faye, who plays the role of Kate Connor in Corrie posted a snap to Instagram as she held up a bottle of bubbles in delight while on their hotel bed where she beamed at the camera.

Following the death of her longterm partner two years ago, Dame Maureen Lipman has revealed she's found love again and is dating a new man.The Coronation Street actress, 77, who portrays Evelyn Plummer in the hit ITV soap, is set to attend the National Television Awards next week with her mystery "gentleman friend", whose name is David. Speaking about the upcoming awards bash in a new interview with the Sunday Express, Dame Maureen said: “I’m going with my gentleman friend David – it’s a baptism of fire for him.The most important thing is that I find a dress.” She described her new beau as "very nice", adding: “It’s a gift for all concerned.

Coronation Street fans are convinced that Stephen Reid could soon meet his match, as they predict Jenny Connor will the be the key to his downfall. The formidable landlady of the Rovers Return has recently embarked on a romance with Stephen after the scheming businessman split up from former flame Elaine after trying to pocket her wealth.