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Strictly Come Dancing dancer Graziano Di Prima had fans in awe when he referred to Coronation Street star Kym Marsh's parents as his "second family". The professional dancer, 28, said he had "the best day ever" when he met the 46 year old's parents as he went round for tea. "I had the best day ever.

Kym Marsh dazzled fans as she made her Strictly debut on Friday night. The former Coronation Street star, who played Michelle Connor in the soap for 14 years, has swapped the Rovers Return for the dancefloor on Strictly Come Dancing.

Week one of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is upon us, with this year's contestants set to take to the dance floor for the very first live show this evening. The show airs tonight, Saturday 24 September, following Friday's launch show where it was revealed which celebrity has been paired with which professional dancer.

Strictly Come Dancing is finally underway, with last night’s show unveiling who would be dancing with who - including the announcement of two same-sex couples in a show first. One said couple was TV star Helen Skelton, who has been partnered up with show favourite Gorka Marquez - a fast fan favourite duo.

Loose Women star Judi Love cannot contain her excitement for Strictly Come Dancing to return. Reflecting on her stint on the hit show, Judi, 42, has said that the programme worked wonders for her confidence,, and she's felt "happier and healthier" since taking part.

Strictly Come Dancing was back with a bang as this year’s celebrities met their professional partners and performed in the first group dance of the series. Among those competing to lift the Glitterball in a few months’ time is actress Kym Marsh.

Strictly Come Dancing star and OK! columnist Judi Love has given us her thoughts on the newly-announced pairings for the upcoming dance extravaganza. Writing in her column this week, Judi also discusses the current cost of living crisis - made worse by the prospect of an unexpectedly cold winter - as well as the rumours that she's set to appear on the forthcoming series of I'm A Celebrity...

Not only is there a new set of celebrities taking to the ballroom this year, there are also four new professional dancers who will be putting on their expert dancing shoes when Strictly Come Dancing returns.

It's felt like a long time coming but the countdown to Christmas will officially begin tonight with the return of the all-sparkling Strictly Come Dancing. And the brand new group of celebrities have officially undergone their glitzy and glam makeovers ahead of the 2022 series.

Strictly Come Dancing's four new professionals are set to be introduced to viewers in a cinematic routine filmed alongside the returning cast. European cup winner Vito Coppola, Chinese national champion Carlos Gu, former Under-21 British national champion Lauren Oakley and Latin dance champion Michelle Tsiakkas complete the show's largest-ever line-up of 20 pros this year.They join the returning Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Amy Dowden, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Cameron Lombard, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Giovanni Pernice, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington and Nancy Xu.The introductory routine will form part of the Strictly Come Dancing launch show airing on BBC One and iPlayer on 17 September.

Stacey Dooley and former Strictly Come Dancing star Kevin Clifton have announced they're expecting their first baby together.

The Strictly Come Dancing pros were seen taking a break and taking photos of each other in costume as they prepare for the return of this year’s show.The celebrity contestants for this year’s series have just been announced - with some fans having mixed feelings about the line-up - and it looks like rehearsals are well underway for the start of Strictly 2022 next month. A few of the male professional dancers of the series were spotted outside a rehearsal space, snapping photos of each other as they prepare for the opening episode.

It's the line-up announcement we've been waiting for all year... Strictly Come Dancing is officially on its way back to our screens! Amongst the toe-tapping talent that BBC producers have recruited for the upcoming series in Autumn is television presenter and Loose Women frontwoman Kaye Adams. And Kaye's on-screen gal pal and last year's Strictly star Judi Love has exclusively recounted to OK! the words of wisdom she handed down following her stint.

Strictly Come Dancing stars for 2022. Bristol has added interest this year - as if we needed it - because one of our own, Bedminster’s Jayde Adams, is among the stars being paired up with a professional dancer and about to learn the difference between a tango and a salsa.

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.

Graziano Di Prima’s Sicilian wedding to Giada Lini was as authentic as they come - and a true privilege to witness. On the steadily scorching morning of their special day on July 9, the Strictly Come Dancing pro opened up his heart and the door to his childhood home to welcome OK! inside his inner circle. If he's nervous, it doesn't show as the 28-year-old appeared from his balcony to greet us, wearing only a navy blue satin robe and Nike sliders, his hair immaculate.

Judi Love was ready to fly out to Sicily to see her former Strictly Come Dancing partner Graziano Di Prima marry the love of his life Giada Lini last weekend, but she, unfortunately, missed the wedding due to Covid. Speaking to us in her OK! column, Judi said: "Last weekend, I’d planned to fly out to Italy to the wedding of my dear friend and Strictly partner Graziano Di Prima, who tied the knot to his beautiful fiancée and fellow dancer Giada Lini.

Graziano Di Prima tied the knot with his dancer sweetheart Giada Lini in a stunning wedding in Sicilly, but one person who couldn't make the celebrations due to visa issues is fellow Strictly star and original best man Johannes Radebe.  Speaking of Johannes' absence at their Italian ceremony Graziano told us: "He called me crying on the day. “In the morning he told me, ‘I know I’m not there but I’ve been crying all night and my heart will be beside you.’ He also said he had dressed up as though he was at the wedding, but he was at his apartment at home." While other celebs including Strictly star Nadiya Bychkova and his former co-stars Chizzy Akudolu and Karim Zeroual were able to make the ceremony, Joahnnes was still sadly missed.

Strictly Come Dancing star Graziano Di Prima and Giada Lini married in a picturesque Sicilian ceremony, with their friends, family and fellow professional dancers, by their side.The magical day included a horse and carriage arrival to the venue, a mid-evening dress change by the gorgeous bride, and even a flash mob dance performed by their loved ones at their castle wedding reception. From Graziano's emotional speech to his beautiful new wife, to the moment that fans flooded the streets to see the happy couple, watch the exclusive OK! video to see more from Graziano and Giada's gorgeous wedding day.

Strictly Come Dancing's Graziano Di Primi has married his long-term love Giada Lini in a breathtaking traditional Sicilian ceremony in the hometown he grew up. The couple swapped traditional vows in church in front of 200 friends and family before celebrating at a 14th-century castle overlooking the Mediterranean, where he used to take Giada on dates when they first fell in love back in 2014.

OK!'s much-loved columnist, comedian Judi Love has once again given us her highly-anticipated verdict on Love Island. Writing in her column, Judi predicts secret sparks flying between Gemma Owen and Casa Amor newbie Billy Brown.

Pride Month celebrations are in full swing with London Pride just days away, and if all goes to plan, Johannes Radebe is hoping to take the celebrations by storm "on a float somewhere in heels and a big feather boa".EXCLUSIVE: Johannes Radebe reveals what his mother has taught him as she visits him for first time in UKJohannes exploded onto our screens as part of Strictly Come Dancing in 2018, where he has dazzled with his campy choreography and has unapologetically been himself. He's won plaudits for performances in heels, drag, and even touching same-sex routines with best friend and fellow pro, Graziano Di Prima, and last year with his celebrity partner, John Whaite.Johannes Radebe stars on our Pride Digital CoverIt wasn't always easy for the dancer, who has previously spoken about being bullied and beaten up as a child, and in his most personal interview to date, he opens up about coming out to his mother, who he has a very strong bond with, and exclusively reveals that he is now looking for love."I'm still checking out the scene, where are the brothers at? Hit me up, call me up," Johannes, star of our Pride Digital Cover, jokes, before going on to share his dreams of having a big family: "I would love the opportunity to raise a child, or two, or four." "I would love the opportunity to raise a child, or two, or four," said JohannesFor me, it's a celebration of the LGBTQI+ community.

Janette Manrara turned heads on Tuesday when she showcased her gorgeous natural beauty whilst she relaxed in the sunshine.READ: Why Janette Manrara's three weddings with Aljaž Škorjanec were not her dream nuptialsThe It Takes Two star was outside in what appeared to be her garden, as she posed in a slinky green top with a fluffy gown draped over her shoulders. She smouldered in the shot, which saw her wearing her hair in a bob style and accessorising with a simple earring and no makeup.

Judi Love has opened up about her Loose Women co-stars, revealing just how close the ladies are. Speaking exclusively to HELLO! as she launched her new summer clothing range with Very – a career highlight for Judi – the presenter touched on their tight sisterhood.MORE:  Loose Women star Judi Love pays tribute to late dad one year after his sad deathHer co-stars Nadia Sawalha, Jane Moore and Charlene White were out in force to attend the launch and were desperate to try on the fabulous ensembles.WATCH: Loose Women makes history with all black panelJudi, 41, explained: "To see them come out to support me, to represent me and to try on the clothes, dance, drink, have a good time, it was just full confirmation of friendship and growth and womanhood and sisterhood.RELATED: Judi Love stuns in jaw-dropping bikini – Graziano Di Prima reactsREAD: Judi Love shares heartfelt post amid Loose Women drama – and fans share support"It's real.

Graziano Di Prima celebrated his birthday with Strictly friends on tour as he turned 28.The Strictly Come Dancing star was joined by his co-stars including Neil Jones and Kai Widdrington as he celebrated his 28th year, as well as show dance pro Diane Buswell, 33, who celebrated her birthday the previous day, as the cast continued on their professionals tour of the UK.The dance star, who recently opened up to OK! about his upcoming wedding to fiancée Giada Lini, looked thrilled as his professional co-stars sang him happy birthday on the show’s tour bus. He later grinned as he was presented with a Liverpool football t-shirt with his name printed on the back, putting it on and showing it off for the cameras.

Anton Du Beke has joked he is going to get his first tattoo in honour of Strictly Come Dancing after feeling out of place on the show. The professional dancer, 55, has been a part of Strictly since it first aired on BBC in 2004 and last year became a judge. He admitted that since younger, inked male professionals joined the show he had been pushed to the back of group dances and didn't feel in the spotlight anymore.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova were all smiles as they held hands in Manchester on Thursday night (April 29). The pair were snapped after they completed the opening night of the Strictly Professionals tour at The Lowry Theatre in Salford.

Loose Women star Judi Love had the time of her life on Strictly Come Dancing last year and made a lifelong friend in her dance partner Graziano di Prima. And while the pair have remained close enough for Judi to be invited for his wedding, Judi says she's not expecting to be invited to Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood's big day. Find out why in her latest OK! column below! Are you an OK! VIP? If not, why not? It’s free and gives you backstage access to stories like this, exclusive home tours, special discounts and so much more! All you need to do is pop your email address below! P.s.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Nadiya Bychkova has shared an update on the “very sad” situation in Ukraine and shared that some of her family are still stuck in the country.The 32 year old Ukrainian Slovenian dancer reflected on the state of things in Ukraine, following Russia’s invasion and attacks during an interview on ITV’s This Morning. Mum of one Nadiya, who was joined on the famous sofa alongside fellow pro Graziano Di Prima, revealed: “I have some family there and friends.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Anton Du Beke will be returning to the judging panel, according to Craig Revel Horwood. After the professional line-up was confirmed earlier in the week, fans were desperate to know what that meant for the 55-year-old dancer – who replaced Bruno Tonioli during series 19. And it looks like Craig, aka Mr Nasty, has put them all out of their misery and confirmed the long-serving pro will return to the podium once more after impressing viewers at home.

The countdown to Strictly Come Dancing is officially on now that the long-running BBC show has confirmed the professional line-up for the next series following some big departures.TV bosses have unveiled the stars taking part in the upcoming 20th series, including fan favourites Giovanni Pernice, Gorka Marquez and Karen Hauer. Other dancers who will be teaching famous faces how to dance once again are Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima and Amy Dowden.

Strictly Come Dancing has confirmed which professionals will be returning this year, and there's some shocking exits.

Stacey Dooley recently marked her 35th birthday with an intimate bash held at her and boyfriend Kevin Clifton's gorgeous home. The TV presenter, whose birthday lands on 9 March, and her Strictly Come Dancing star beau hosted a group of their close pals at their stylish abode, including fellow Strictly professional dancer Graziano Di Prima and his fiancée Giadi Lini. Stacey, who recently cut her signature long locks off into a trendy new bob, took to Instagram to share a collection of adorable photos from the evening, where she tucked into a delicious dinner and drinks with her loved ones.

Graziano Di Prima has teased that his Strictly Come Dancing co-stars will have leading roles in his wedding to Giada Lini this summer.The 27 year old will marry fellow professional dancer Giada, 32, in a stunning ceremony it Italy and has revealed exclusively to OK! that his co-star Johannes Radebe will be his best man. Are you an OK! VIP? If not, why not? It’s free and gives you backstage access to stories like this, exclusive home tours, special discounts and so much more! All you need to do is pop your email address below! P.s.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Graziano Di Prima has told OK! that it would be a dream come true if his fiancée Giada Lini could join the show to replace Oti Mabuse. Oti confirmed her exit recently and while Graziano, 27, tells us he'll miss his friend dearly on the show, he'd love his future wife to take her place. When asked about who should replace Oti, Graziano said: "I don’t know! That’s up to the BBC.

We expect intricate routines from Strictly Come Dancing pro Graziano di Prima and his fiancée Giada Lini, who’s on Dancing With The Stars in Italy. But when it comes to their Italian wedding this summer, the pair tell OK! their first dance will be a much more relaxed affair. The couple, who’ve been dating for six years, have twice been forced to push back their big day thanks to the pandemic.