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Strictly Come Dancing host Claudia Winkleman suffers with severe myopia, which means she has a -15 short-sight prescription. While some children are born with severe myopia – such as Claudia – for many others there are environmental factors which are having a severe impact on eyesight.The condition has meant for Claudia "everything is just a bit fuzzy on the outside". Claudia has had two surgeries on her eyes but it hasn't completely healed her condition.

Despite scoring their highest mark yet for their Argentine Tango, Strictly Come Dancing 's Angela Scanlon is the bookies favourite to be sent home next. Angela, who is partnered with Carlos Gu, is set to perform the Cha Cha to I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor on Saturday night and they'll certainly be hoping to survive if they end up in the dance-off. Bookmakers have revealed Angela and Annabel Croft are joint at the head of the betting to be sent packing from Strictly Come Dancing next.

Strictly Come Dancing star Rhys Stephenson has shared some lovely news on social media - he's engaged! The 30 year old telly presenter popped the question to his girlfriend Beth Johnson while they were on holiday in the Cayman Islands. He posted a sweet photo of them celebrating on Instagram, with Beth showing off her new ring. He wrote: "She said yes! #caymanislands #engagement." Loads of his Strictly mates rushed to say congrats, including Neil Jones, Rose Ayling-Ellis, and Tess Daly.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Graziano Di Prima has revealed the emotional reason he couldn't compete in the UK as a child dancer.The Italian Latin Champion, who joined Strictly back in 2018, has admitted he's looking forward to dancing in the spectacular group dances again this weekend in Blackpool's Tower Ballroom having only competed there once with celebrity partner Kym Marsh last year.This weekend is made even more special as he reflected on his childhood. He said: "My first year on Strictly in 2018 was the first time I danced at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom.

Strictly Come Dancing returned on Sunday night, revealing which couples would face the dreaded dance-off and, ultimately, be eliminated from the show and narrowly miss out on a spot in Blackpool next week.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were entertained by Vito Coppola’s comments after the dancer and his partner Ellie Leach were told they had made it through to next week’s show. The pair performed the rumba to True Colours by Cyndi Lauper during Saturday night’s show.

Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier gave viewers a cheeky insight into his love life on the show after revealing details of his bedroom antics.The 20-year-old actor left his professional partner Dianne Buswell awkwardly giggling after admitting that he shows off dance moves to his bed mates. Chatting to host Claudia Winkleman after performing an American Smooth on Saturday night, Bobby said that he's been rehearsing steps "in his sleep".

As romance rumours swirl, Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola performed another dazzling routine on Strictly Come Dancing. While the judges had nothing but good things to say and the pair scored 35 points, it was Vito's message to Ellie at the end of their routine which may have caught viewers' attention.The pair danced the Rumba to True Colours by Cyndi Lauper and Ellie looked incredible in a short pink and purple dress while Vito performed with his shirt open. As they came to the end of the intense routine, the professional pulled in the actress and hugged her before kissing her on the cheek.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers said 'we don't need to be reminded' just minutes into Saturday night's show as they were distracted by a constant reference.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Claudia Winkleman announced a big change in the schedule for the live show. Claudia confirmed that this week's Strictly Come Dancing will be aired at an earlier time by BBC bosses for a very important reason.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Bobby Brazier has promised to get 'more intense' with Dianne Buswell after their 'near kiss' last weekend on Strictly Come Dancing. The pair made headlines over the weekend with their steamy Argentine Tango, which led to host Tess Daly gasping "oh my goodness me" when their routine ended in a passionate near-kiss.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans were left "gutted" as presenter Tess Daly made a series announcement when she opened the show on Saturday, November 4. The presenter told the studio audience and viewers at home that the 2023 competition had reached the halfway point, meaning the remaining contestants would have to pull out all the stops in order to get closer to the Glitterball Trophy.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have taken to social media to all make the same complaint about Angela Rippon's routine on Saturday night.The 79 year old and her dance partner Kai Widdrington were awarded 28 points for their Waltz and received criticism from the judges. The former journalist and Kai were then saved after being left in a dance-off against Adam Thomas and Luba Mushtuk, who were sent home.

Former Coronation Street star Ellie Leach is reportedly "smitten" with her Strictly Come Dancing pro partner Vito Coppola. The pair have been surrounded by romance rumours for weeks after they were seen leaving the Pride of Britain awards together last month. Vito also kisses Ellie on the cheek at the end of every routine they perform on the BBC series.

Strictly Come Dancing fans 'start a petition' as they spotted the latest move in a 'battle' which they joked is 'raging on' on the sidelines. And it means they don't want Krishnan Guru-Murphy to leave. The BBC One dance contest returned to screens on Saturday night (November 4) with the nine remaining couples taking it in turns to perform their latest routines.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were distracted within seconds of week seven of the competition getting underway as they flocked to comment on one of the judge's outfits. The BBC One dance contest returned to screens on Saturday night (November 4) with the hosts confirming they've now reached the halfway mark.

The Traitors has been renewed for a third season - before the second series has even aired. The BBC show, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, proved to be a smash hit when it first hit the screens at the end of 2022.The format saw 22 strangers compete for a £100,000 prize at a castle in the Highlands - with groups secretly divided for “the ultimate game of detection, backstabbing and trust”.

The Traitors will return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer for a third series following the soon-to-be-aired second series of the hit reality TV show filmed at a Scots castle.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were quick to spot a change for Bobby Brazier and Dianne Buswell which left them saying 'finally'. The pair were among the 10 remaining couples who returned to the ballroom on Saturday night for the annual Halloween special week.

Amanda Abbington made no mention of Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night, just days after she withdrew from the BBC dancing show, citing "personal reasons" as the reason for her exit.The Sherlock actress, 51, appeared to be enjoying some Halloween festivities, with some pals including actor and writer Simon Pegg, to whom she penned a sweet 14 word tribute on 28 October.The duo posed for a photo together, first shared to Simon's Instagram Story, to which he added the text: "Friends for 25 years. Love you @amanda_abbington74." Resharing the snap to her own Instagram story, Amanda added: "I love you too dear friend.Thank you for the most wonderful 25 years", which she followed with a trio of brown heart emojis.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers couldn't help but be distracted as Motsi Mabuse appeared to 'change' throughout the show. Halloween came early to the ballroom on Saturday night (October 28) as the BBC One dance contest pulled out all the stops for its annual spooky special.

A 'side plot' to the usual Strictly Come Dancing proceedings has been spotted by fans - and it involves Claudia Winkleman. The presenter was back fronting the show on Saturday night (October 28) alongside Tess Daly.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman addressed Amanda Abbington's exit from the show as it kicked off on Saturday night. Amanda, 51, who left the show earlier this week for personal reasons, was honoured by the Strictly team. As the show started, Tess and Claudia announced that Amanda wouldn't be returning to the show, before sending her their best wishes.

Strictly Come Dancing judges, Craig Revel Horwood, Anton Du Beke, Motsi Mabuse and Shirley Ballas, all donned spooktacular costumes for the show's annual Halloween special. Craig impressed viewers as Harry Potter professor Severus Snape, whilst Motsi wowed in a spider-themed outfit, complete with a giant cobweb behind her head.

Giovanni Pernice appeared to deliver one last blow after Amanda Abbington's sudden and unexpected exit from Strictly Come Dancing. The professional dancer, 33, was already said to be "annoyed" by how the Sherlock actress, 49, went about deciding to quit the hugely-popular BBC One competition.

Call the Midwife stalwart Helen George has revealed she experienced an incredibly awkward moment with a fan of the BBC period drama. The 39 year old star, who was previously in a relationship with her co-star Jack Ashton from the show, is currently filming episodes for the new series due to air in January 2024.The Nurse Trixie Franklin actress, who has played the bubbly blonde ever since the series first debuted, continues to shoot scenes at the show's Historic Dockyard location in Kent, which doubles up for East London.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Bobby Brazier has said he is “glad”, after it was announced that Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice will not be returning after they missed Saturday’s show.The news was confirmed during Strictly: It Takes Two on Monday, 24 October, and this morning Bobby and his dance partner Dianne Buswell appeared on Lorraine to talk about the series on Tuesday, ahead of Halloween week. However, during the interview host Christine Lampard spoke to them about Amanda’s shock decision to leave.

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin shared a cryptic message hours before she 'quit' Strictly Come Dancing. News emerged on Monday, 23 October, that the 49 year old Sherlock actress has left the show after becoming 'fed up', according to The Daily Star. A spokesperson for Strictly Come Dancing confirmed she had left with a statement that said: "Amanda Abbington is unable to continue in Strictly Come Dancing and has decided to withdraw from the competition.

Amanda Abbington has quit Strictly Come Dancing, it was revealed on BBC It Takes Two.

Amanda Abbington has quit Strictly Come Dancing, it has been confirmed, after she was forced to miss the live show on Saturday, 21 October. According to The Daily Star, Amanda, 49, who was partnered with Giovanni Pernice, 33, on the show, made the decision to step down from the competition after becoming 'fed up'.

Amanda Abbington has quit Strictly Come Dancing, it's been reported.

Strictly Come Dancing's Nigel Harman and his partner Katya Jones were told by judges they had brought their 'fight' back into the BBC competition following Saturday night's show as they took to the iconic dance floor.

Adam Thomas hilariously warned his wife to 'stay away' from his co-star Bobby Brazier during Strictly Come Dancing's live show on Saturday, 21 October. The Emmerdale actor and his dance partner, Luba Mushtuk, wowed the judges with their street dance routine to Backstreet Boys' hit Everybody. In his interview after the performance, the 35-year-old joked that his wife was only coming to the studio to support him so she could catch a glimpse of handsome Bobby.

Some Strictly Come Dancing fans have been bonded by their 'hate' of the same thing, which they expressed following the latest live show. It was another jaw-dropping night in the ballroom as 11 of the 12 remaining couples competed in week five of the BBC One dance contest.

Dianne Buswell has revealed the reason why she became emotional on Strictly Come Dancing last week.The 34-year-old and her celebrity dance partner Bobby Brazier scored 30 points for their Tango to Fashion by David Bowie, but in the post-performance interview, she became emotional.The Strictly pro struggled to hold back the tears which sparked concern among fans and viewers. When pressed by the show host Claudia Winkleman, Dianne said that 20-year-old Bobby had been her "rock" after an "emotional week." Now Dianne, who joined the BBC dancing series in 2017, has shared the reason she became emotional with fans.

Bobby Brazier may not go "too much further" in Strictly Come Dancing, a body language expert has warned. Despite having plenty of chemistry onscreen, the future of the Eastenders actor and Strictly professional Dianne Buswell was thrown into debate after an emotional week. In last week's show, Dianne struggled to hold back tears in the post-performance interview with Claudia Winkleman.