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Family Fortunes presenter Les Dennis is in a good place when it comes to speaking about his ex-wife Amanda Holden.The 52 year old Britain's Got Talent panelist infamously cheated on Les, 69, with her Happy Birthday Shakespeare co-star Neil Morrissey, which after a media storm brought an end to their five-year marriage. Since then, both parties have found love again and remarried (Les with Claire Nicholson and Amanda with Chris Hughes), but it's not always been plain sailing emotionally for Les, who even took a swipe at Amanda just a few months ago. While speaking to The Sunday Times, though, that sense of resentment seems have dissipated for the comedian, telling the publication: "Amanda was in the papers recently, saying some nice things about me.That was very kind of her.

READ MORE: Amanda Holden admits Les Dennis split 'was my fault' but claims 'women cheat for a reason"Some people only want to be movie stars. Children come up to me and say, 'How can I be famous?' Because that's all they want to do. I never wanted to be famous.

Les Dennis took a savage swipe at ex-wife Amanda Holden as he poked fun at some racy snaps she shared while on holiday in Paris. Amanda, 52, shared a number of photos of her recent trip to the French capital as she posed in a stylish red satin minidress. One snap saw her drinking cocktails in a lavish bar while another saw the TV star draped over a piano.

Les Dennis took a very public cheeky swipe at his ex-wife Amanda Holden after she posted some provocative snaps online.

Christine McGuinness has taken time away from ex Paddy McGuinness and her kids for a much-deserved break with a footballer. The 35-year-old shared a series of snaps of her much-needed break on Instagram.

Media personality Amanda Holden has opened up about her relationship with ex-husband Les Dennis while discussing their age gap. The Britain’s Got Talent judge married comedian Les Dennis in 1995, but five years later endured a very public separation, after her affair with co-star Neil Morrisey.The five week long fling had begun whilst filming together on the set of the BBC film, Happy Birthday Shakespeare, but ultimately lead to the downfall of Amanda’s marriage. Although they briefly reconciled, they announced they had split for good in 2002.

Amanda Holden has been hailed a 'queen' as she slipped into nothing but a shirt for her latest cover shoot. The Britain's Got Talent judge has reflected on her marriage breakdown to Les Dennis, revealed her beauty secrets, and denied claims she was involved in David Walliams' exit from BGT in her latest interview.

Specials of Call the Midwife, EastEnders, Bad Education, Ghosts, Malory Towers, Motherland, Inside No 9, Detectorists and The Cleaner will also be left under the TV tree. The TV adaption of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials novels will conclude, while another part of JK Rowling's Cormoran Strike series - called Strike: Troubled Blood - will be broadcast.

Amanda Holden has shared a stunning holiday snap in a blue bikini.The Britain's Got Talent Judge, 51, has been soaking up the sun in Sicily, Italy while on vacation. Looking a lot younger than her age, the mother of two showed off her toned abs as she wore her hair in a bun.

Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank has taken up a role away from the cobbles in the last week. The actor, who is known for playing Billy Mayhew in the ITV soap, landed a new role over on Channel 4 - but Corrie fans need not worry as it's not a permanent move.

A former Coronation Street star has announced he is set to step in as the host of Countdown later this year. Comedian Les Dennis, who starred as Michael Rodwell in the ITV soap between 2014 and 2016 will present the Channel 4 game show this August.

Les Dennis has officially been unveiled as the new host of Countdown following Anne Robinson's final episode airing earlier this month. Collin Murray temporarily replaced Anne until the end of this year, but Les will step into the hosting role for a limited time through the month of August. With the star previously presenting Family Fortunes between 1987 and 2002, Les has got bags of experience under his belt and will bring his own style to the show as it continues its transitional period.

This Morning viewers were left slightly baffled today when Alison Hammond briefly swapped her hosting duties for the kitchen. The presenter has been back at the helm of the ITV daytime show alongside Dermot O'Leary, kicking off the changing summer line-up.

Britain's Got Talent and has been in the public eye ever since. The Portsmouth born presenter, grew up in the town of Bishop’s Waltham near Southampton and joined a theatre company aged nine.

Amanda Holden are her mum Judith are two peas in a pod!MORE: 32 celebrity bedrooms revealed: Holly Willoughby, Amanda Holden, Stacey Dooley and moreThe Heart FM star, 51, posed for two rare snapshots with her mother which she shared on Instagram – and fans couldn't get enough of the striking images.WATCH: Amanda Holden's secret weapon for 5am startsThe photos show Amanda and Judith sat side by side in a bathroom in front of a windowsill laden with hair products.READ: Amanda Holden's vintage wedding dress with ex Les Dennis belongs in BridgertonMORE: Amanda Holden's rarely seen engagement ring is breathtaking – photosWhile Amanda is dressed in a soft white buttoned dress, her mum looks stylish in a pair of leather trousers and a coral jumper. In the second photo, the pair are also joined by Amanda's youngest daughter, ten-year-old Hollie, who can be seen smiling sweetly at her grandmother.A post shared by Amanda Holden (@noholdenback)Amanda and her mum teamed up to promote the competition"With Mother's Day just around the corner, I've teamed up with my lovely lot at Charles Worthington @cwhairlondon to bring you your healthiest hair yet!" Amanda explained in the caption.READ: Amanda Holden reveals Simon Cowell's family relocation plansMORE: Amanda Holden's two family homes are nothing alike – photos"Make sure you're following @cwhairlondon (we'll check!), and nominate your mum in the comments below @cwhairlondon's post of me and my mum, telling us why you think she deserves a treat.

Former Family Fortunes presenter Vernon Kay, 47, has shared whether he'd return to the hit ITV show and what he said to new host Gino D'Acampo. Vernon had a long stint on the show, after first starting his hosting duties in 2006. And despite his popularity as the host, the star told OK! he has no plans to return to the show.

Gemma Collins left judge Gregg Wallace stunned as she accidentally served chillies in her festive cake instead of cranberries on Thursday's Celebrity MasterChef Christmas Cook-Off. During the episode, the TOWIE star, 40, was joined by fellow stars Joe Swash, Les Dennis, Mica Paris and the Rev Richard Coles in the kitchen as they battled it out to win the Golden Whisk.

READ MORE: The Queen refuses to follow this one British Christmas tradition every year Let's see what Gregg and John think about that. Of course Les Dennis will be no stranger to judge Gregg after spending Christmas together in 2019, along with Shirley Ballas, Joel Dommett, and Maura Higgins for a televised Christmas dinner and party games on I'll Get This.

Joe Swash gave an inside look at his Christmas with Stacey Solomon and family on Thursday's Celebrity MasterChef Christmas Cook-Off. During the BBC One special, Joe, 39, was joined by fellow stars Gemma Collins, Les Dennis, Mica Paris and the Rev Richard Coles in the kitchen as they battled it out to win the Golden Whisk.

Les Dennis made a cheeky joke about his ex-wife Amanda Holden's affair. The former couple were married for eight years from 1995 to 2003 but in 2000 Amanda, 50, cheated on him with Men Behaving Badly actor Neil Morrissey, 59, in 2000.

Amanda's infidelity. The former Coronation Street star was chatting about his career with panto legend Biggins on the podcast - reports Birmingham Live.

Les Dennis has taken a swipe at his ex-wife Amanda Holden with a joke about her affair with Neil Morrissey.The 67 year old was married to the blonde bombshell from 1995 to 2003 and their marriage took a heavy turn when news broke of her affair with the actor, 59.The pair tried to work on their marriage, giving it another shot in 2001, but ultimately ended it and went their separate ways.

TV star was speaking to Christopher Biggins on a new podcast when he mentioned the cheeky swipe. The tongue in cheek pop, which was hugely self deprecating, cast Les in a brilliant light.

It looks like enough time had passed for Les Dennis to joke about the breakdown of his marriage to Amanda Holden, well at least hopefully.

Gallery: He was sent a HUMAN EAR?! These are some of the strangest fan encounters (BANG Showbiz)"I've no regrets because I am where I am now. And where I am in life right now I'm very happy.

The Mirror, 50 years after his first appearance on television, he said: 'I've no regrets because I am where I am now. And where I am in life right now I'm very happy.

Fishing Scotland’s Lochs and Rivers, Fern Britton is among five gung-ho celebrities tackling the chilly Scottish waters for an adventurous fishing trip.  The five-parter follows Fern and her fellow fishing companions, England cricket hero Lord Ian Botham, Olympic sprinter Linford Christie, Corrie actor, and comedian Les Dennis, and TV chef Rosemary Shrager, as they catch salmon, pit their wits against monster carp, and even fish for shark around the waters of Oban in Scotland.

Les Dennis has complained that Gino D’Acampo’s reboot of Family Fortunes is too long, saying ITV “haven’t served Gino well”.The former host of the classic TV game show shared his thoughts on its new version and admitted that he isn’t a fan of the format change. Les’ problems with the show included it being too long, the questions being too similar, and the new team not taking it seriously enough.

Coronation Street stars were quick to defend former co-star Les Dennis when he was accused of being racist online. The actor, who played Michael Rodwell in the ITV soap, was attacked by a woman on Twitter, who wrote: "What does Les Dennis know?"He's a s**** comedian and notorious for his racist s**** remarks.

Garston-born entertainer and former Family Fortunes host, 67 has also lifted the lid on the drinking habits of Baywatch star Pamela Anderson. The sight of women with their hair in curlers during the daytime before a big night out has become a common sight.

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Les Dennis had his late father in his thoughts as he celebrated turning 67 this week. The former Coronation Street actor said he was "blessed" to have an amazing family around him, but this birthday was a particularly poignant one – as his dad died when he was just 66.MORE: Les Dennis on 'freaky' moment he watched his Coronation Street funeralLes tweeted: "My last day of being 66 coming to an end.

Amanda Holden is back on our television screens thanks to the return of Britain's Got Talent! But away from the spotlight, the radio presenter is a doting mum to two young daughters and a wife to record producer Chris Hughes. Here at HELLO!, we have rounded up everything you need to know about the actress' love life and marriage.

The iconic show Family Fortunes is set to return to our screens after almost two decades. 

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Les Dennis has been forced to defend himself after a dad accused the actor of swearing at his young son.