Fleur East breaks down in tears on ITV's Lorraine after Strictly Come Dancing announcement

Married At First Sight is set to hit UK TV screens again this evening, Monday 29 August, after the show proved popular among its viewers last season. Now, two of its brand new brides have shared their thoughts about the upcoming E4 series on Lorraine ahead of its big launch. Speaking to host Christine Lampard, who is filling in for hosting veteran Lorraine Kelly, Derby social worker Chanita Stephenson said: “You won't want to miss it", as London wedding dress designer April Banbury quipped: “There's more fireworks than bonfire night!” Last week relationship experts Mel Schilling told Christine that this season will be “one of the best” as the show is expected to feature 30 episodes, a longer running time than its predecessors.

Lorraine Kelly has shared her secrets to keeping the weight off after losing one and a half stone since January.In her HELLO! column of the week, the much-loved TV presenter documented her energetic Zumba class in Spain while she is away on holiday after her recovery from Covid.Find out how Lorraine got on...READ: Lorraine Kelly reveals struggle with COVID as she details nasty symptomsAs you know I have been taking a break from my show working on a really exciting project and also having a wee holiday.I'm finally over Covid now so I was able to go to a Zumba class here in Spain with my lovely friend Hilary.WATCH: Lorraine chats all things health and fitness after her zumba classOur teacher Omar is a force of nature, with the same sort of passion and energy levels as my wonderful instructor Maxine Jones in the UK.Omar's class was such good fun. I have two left feet, but it doesn't matter if you can’t keep up with all the steps as long as you do it with enthusiasm and just keep moving.

The new series of Strictly Come Dancing will kick off on September 17, former contestant and TV presenter AJ Odudu has announced.The 34-year-old, who was forced to withdraw from the final of the dancing competition last year after suffering a torn ligament, revealed the news on The Big Breakfast alongside co-host Mo Gilligan. She said: “We do have the exclusive that the launch of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is going to be September 17.

Andi Peters has become a staple to our TV screens over the years, having started out as a children's TV presenter before going on to appear on shows such as This Morning and Good Morning Britain.The 52 year old can usually be found advertising competitions on ITV's morning shows and occasionally filling in for hosts, including Lorraine Kelly. Andi is known for his fun personality and first shot to fame as the host of BBC's The Broom Cupboard, which saw him pair up with iconic puppet Edd the Duck.

social media to share her condolences. Read more: Lorraine Kelly and Rylan lead Darius Danesh tributes as Pop Idol star dies just 41Taking to Twitter, the Consett-born singer and actress, wrote: "Still processing the new of Darius’s death, a big brother to all of us in popidol. I’ll always remember his wonderful warm tall hugs and his words of wisdom.

Gemma Atkinson has shared why she thinks her fiancé Gorka Marquez could be paired up with her fellow Hits Radio star on Strictly Come Dancing. The line-up for the BBC One dance contest was finalised over the weekend as TV presenter Helen Skelton became the 15th and final celebrity to be announced.

Strictly Come Dancing is set for its 20th series this year and the start date for the show has been confirmed. The show's launch episode, which sees the celebrities paired up with their dance partner, will be broadcast on Saturday, September 10. Just like in previous series of the show, the launch episode will be pre-recorded and will be filmed in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.

Gemma Atkinson has been flooded with praise as she 'sets an example' to her daughter. The Hits Radio host took to Instagram over the weekend as she spent time with three-year-old Mia at home in Greater Manchester.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left asking ‘what’s occurring?’ after BBC Three announced a beloved TV character would be strapping on their dancing shoes in the hopes of snatching the Glitterball trophy. A tweet posted on Friday said Nessa, portrayed by Ruth Jones, from Gavin and Stacey would be the latest star joining the cast.

Rumours have swirled for years claiming Christine Lampard was the highest paid woman on telly during the height of her broadcasting fame in the Noughties. But the Lorraine host has laughed off 'gossip' that she was raking it in during her hosting stint on The One Show. Speaking exclusively to OK!, she said: “I definitely wasn’t - I wasn’t the highest-paid person in that studio!” Christine is currently standing in for Lorraine Kelly with co-host Ranvir Singh on ITV’s Lorraine for the summer after previously taking a step back from full-time presenting.

Fleur East has been named as the early favourite to win Strictly Come Dancing 2022.The singer, who was runner-up on The X Factor back in 2014, has high odds to bag the glitterball trophy this year. Bookmakers Ladbrokes are offering odds of 7/2, but Fleur’s still got some fierce competition.TV presenter Helen Skelton and former Britain’s Got Talent finalist Molly Rainford will be hot on her heels, according to the betting company – who have placed both their odds at 6/1.The exciting odds come after the BBC confirmed the 15 famous faces who will take to the dancefloor when the competition returns in September.

Strictly Come Dancing added another name to its lineup this week as it welcomed actor James Bye to the class of 2022. The star is most famous for his role as the iconic Martin Fowler in the BBC's EastEnders.

Strictly Come Dancing has signed James Bye to join the 20th series of the hit dancing competition, which returns to screens next months. The EastEnders star, 38, is the 14th star to be announced in the star-studded line-up, joining the likes of Loose Women's Kaye Adams and singer Fleur East. The news was confirmed on Good Morning Britain as Richard Arnold, 52, spoke to hosts Adil Ray, 48, and Charlotte Hawkins, 47.

Strictly Come Dancing pro dancer Karen Hauer was seen leaving rehearsals ahead of the 2022 series, sporting a brand new hairstyle.The Venezuelan dancer, 40, usually sports a cropped pixie cut but was seen wearing her hair in longer curls as she left a gruelling dance rehearsal ahead of the BBC series show returning next month. Karen opted for a casual look, wearing her new hairstyle with gym shorts and a crop top, pairing her look with a large, red satchel bag and a pair of white trainers.

Fleur East broke down in tears as she explained her Strictly Come Dancing stint will be in honour of her late father. The X Factor star was announced as a Strictly 2022 contestant this morning (August 11) and she then appeared on ITV's Lorraine to discuss the show.

Fleur East has joined the star-studded line-up for Strictly Come Dancing, which returns next month.The singer, 34, who was recently seen recovering quickly after tumbling out of a cab at a Pride event, is the 12th contestant to be confirmed to competition with the aim of bagging the coveted Glitterball trophy. She's joining the likes of Loose Women star Kaye Adams, Britain's Got Talent's Molly Rainford and Coronation Street star Kym Marsh. Sharing her excitement over the news, Fleur said: "I’m equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this year’s Strictly line up." She went on to share her enthusiasm on learning new skills and vowed to "soak up every moment".