Janette Manrara and husband Aljaz Skorjanec are so loved-up in sweet photo

the nickname Scary Spice, so it's hard to imagine that behind closed doors Mel B – real name Melanie Brown – was a victim of domestic abuse for ten years.She quietly suffered at the hands of her abuser before finding the strength to speak out, her story immortalised in her memoir Brutally Honest. Nowadays, Mel, patron of Women's Aid, campaigns tirelessly for domestic abuse survivors and she was recognised for her commitment earlier this year with an MBE in the Queen's Honours List.READ: Alex Scott admits she's a 'proud feminist' but more change is needed to achieve gender equalityIn an exclusive interview with HELLO! for our International Women's Day digital issue, the singer reveals why she stayed quiet for so long, the post-abuse trauma she still feels today, and the turning point that encouraged her to break her silence.Honestly, I was completely overwhelmed, so much so that I couldn't even speak for a few minutes, I had tears rolling down my face.

Alex Scott has said that society still has a long way to go in achieving gender equality. Speaking to HELLO! for our International Women's Day digital issue, the Football Focus presenter shared her views as she said: "I am absolutely a proud feminist, I always have been.

Katie Piper is urging everyone to embrace feminism this International Women's Day. Speaking exclusively to HELLO! for our digital issue, the activist and philanthropist said: "I am a very proud feminist, I always have been."We should all be feminists, whether female or male.

Kate Garraway has opened up about how much she admires the Queen, saying she is "so extraordinary" and a "huge asset" to the country. The Good Morning Britain host was speaking to HELLO! in celebration of our International Women's Day digital issue, when she was asked to name her most inspirational woman."Can I have two please?" Kate said.

Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara is one busy woman. Having just finished the Strictly Live Tour, she and pro dancer husband Aljaz Skorjanec are ready to head out on the road again not once, but twice, with dance shows Remembering The Oscars and Burn the Floor. Exclusive: Janette Manrara reflects on heartbreaking sacrifices her parents made as she shares exciting newsThe latter holds a special place in their heart as it was the production they first met and fell in love on almost 12 years ago.

Strictly Come Dancing's Janette Manrara has taken to Instagram to share her sadness at the current situation in Ukraine.MORE: Janette Manrara in tears during second wedding with Strictly's Aljaz Skorjanec – exclusiveTaking to her Stories, the professional dancer shared a statement in which she revealed her "thoughts and prayers" are with the country, which has been invaded by Russia.WATCH: Janette Manrara shares bittersweet story behind her career move from dancing to presenting"Although I am truly grateful for things in my life, there is still so much sadness in my heart knowing that there is so much hate and violence in the world right now. There are no words...

Janette Manrara has vividly recalled the sacrifices her parents made and the imparting advice they gave in order to chase her dreams. There's no denying that this is a philosophy the Strictly Come Dancing star - who recently swapped the dancefloor for the presenting mic - has tried to live by ever since and judging by her continued zest for life, has served her very well.MORE: Janette Manrara reflects on childhood 'struggle' as she urges fans to speak out in emotional postDuring an exclusive shoot with HELLO! and New Nordic, the professional dancer was accompanied by her proud mother Maritza Manrara as she spoke enthusiastically about their reunion.WATCH: Strictly's Janette Manrara shares sweet family celebrations"My family and friends definitely make me happy," she said with a smile.

Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan cuddled up to their newborn baby nephew in adorable new snaps as the couple shared a sweet tribute to the little boy. The former TOWIE star's brother Josh Wright and wife Hollie Kane Wright welcomed their baby boy into the world prematurely on February 22, at a tiny 5lbs 9 ounces. Holding the little one in his arms next to wife Michelle, 34, Mark looked smitten with his new family member.

Former Strictly Come Dancing pro Oti Mabuse has been inundated with touching messages from her co-stars after she announced she was leaving the show. Oti, who revealed she had quit the BBC One series after an amazing seven years on the dance floor, posted the news on her Instagram account, admitting it had been a very “difficult decision”.The 31 year old, who is now a judge on ITV’s Dancing on Ice, also paid credit to the team in front of the camera and behind the scenes, as she said she’d miss them all immensely.

Clive Myrie invites another lineup of famous faces to show off their quizzing skills as Celebrity Mastermind continues on BBC. Tonight's episode (February 19) sees comedian Nish Kumar, actor John Altman and TV wine expert Olly Smith tackle questions on their specialist subjects, which range from The Isle of White to Jimi Hendrix.

Strictly Come Dancing's Janette Manrara as she was quizzed on the show. The professional dancer was appearing on the BBC One show for charity on Saturday night (February 19), along with comedian Nish Kuma, Saturday Kitchen's wine expert Olly Smit and Eastender's legend John Altman, aka Nasty Nick. And viewers were convinced the show had changed its rules for Janette after Clive allowed her second answer to a question.

Strictly Come Dancing, its stars get up to all sorts of exciting projects, but fan-favourite Aljaz Skorjanec has just announced an endeavour we didn't expect.PHOTOS: Inside the Strictly Come Dancing stars' homes: Kai Widdrington, Aljaz Skorjanec and moreSharing a photo of himself, his sister Lara and her baby daughter Zala in the kitchen the dancer revealed that he was creating a new cook book with his sister, My Cook Book for You. In the snap, taken in a kitchen, Aljaz and Lara posed with baby Zala as the cheeky tot stuck her hand in a pot, trying to grab whatever was inside.WATCH: Aljaz Skorjanec has the sweetest family reunionIn his caption, the Slovenian native explained: "So excited to share this with everyone! @mycookbookforyou is our idea of [a] perfect and beautiful book for you, your family, friends, the one you love the most.READ: Strictly's Aljaz Skorjanec melts hearts with tribute to both the ladies in his lifeMORE: Aljaz Skorjanec acts as the perfect bodyguard for wife Janette Manrara in sweet video"We are not chefs with perfect recipes, we are brother and sister who know how much it means to have memories of cooking with mom, grandmother, friends, sister, brother...

Janette Manrara turned up the heat on Valentine's Day. The Strictly Come Dancing star shared a risqué snapshot showing her and husband Aljaz Skorjanec – and fans went wild.MORE: Janette Manrara's home with Aljaz Skorjanec is full of Strictly memoriesThe photo shows the couple wearing nothing but jeans.