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Strictly Come Dancing star Rhys Stephenson, who took part in last year's series of the glamorous Saturday night show, has revealed that contestants have only six chances to rehearse in the ballroom before going under the bright lights of live TV. During a chat about The Diana Award on ‘The Big Anti-Bullying Assembly 2022’, Rhys, 28, exclusively told OK!:"We have dress rehearsals and we do have rehearsals again on the ballroom floor so that the camera people can see what shots they'll want to use on the night. Because that's how they know where to go in the lives." But he added: "I do I think what would will shock people is knowing that by the time we've done it live on the television, we've actually danced it about six times on the ballroom – which I never knew.

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.

Chyna Mills may not have found romance in the Love Island villa, but she did find the man of her dreams in Strictly Come Dancing star Neil Jones, within mere weeks of leaving the show. Now, eight months on, the couple have announced the exciting news that they are engaged - and in a double whammy of good news, are also expecting their first child together! Taking to social media to reveal their baby joy, Chyna said she "feels like I'm dreaming", as Neil penned on Instagram: "Excitement is an understatement”.

Strictly Come Dancing star Rhys Stephenson, who competed in the 2021 series of the hit show, has revealed that Strictly bosses have therapists on site to help cope with the “stress” of the show. During an intimate chat about The Diana Award on ‘The Big Anti-Bullying Assembly 2022’, Rhys, 28, exclusively told OK!: “We had a lot of support.They have their own therapists in there.They've got people that who you can talk to if you're feeling lonely, because I mean, they know it can be a very stressful show in a very scary show.” The TV presenter made it far into the competition last year, being the 11th contestant to make his exit alongside professional dance partner Nancy Xu, 31. He also spoke about the support he received during his time on the show and revealed everyone was “amazing”.

A huge free family festival is coming to MediaCity this weekend featuring Hey Duggee, Hacker T Dog and more.

Gemma Atkinson has publically shown her support for her fiancé after he was forced to pull out of an upcoming tour. Gorka Marquez announced on Wednesday morning (June 8) that he is no longer taking part in Strictly Presents... Keeeep Dancing which starts later this month.

Soap star Maisie Smith has debuted a beautiful new look as she made a huge announcement on Tuesday.The former EastEnders actress showcased a glamorous curly hairstyle as she appeared on BBC Morning Live to announce a new Strictly Come Dancing tour. Maisie, 20, was joined by her Strictly co-star Rhys Stephenson to promote their new show Strictly Presents: Keeeep Dancing!.They will embark on the new tour in the coming months.

EastEnders star has been getting close with her fellow co-stars, including Dragons Den star Sara Davies, Gordon Ramsay's daughter Tilly, and fellow actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, who made history last year as the show's first ever deaf contestant. Today (12 February) she shared a video of her spending time with CBBC TV presenter Rhys Stephenson in the dressing room before a show at London's 02 arena.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has had fans making a demand as she gave them another look behind-the-scenes.

Dan Walker has delighted fans as he reunited with his Strictly Come Dancing co-stars.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were chuffed on Saturday as the people of Manchester finally gave them something they have been waiting for.

Strictly Come Dancing's Tilly Ramsay and Maisie Smith looked shy as they headed out after two shows in Manchester.

With a queue snaking what felt like half way around Manchester, it was clear that a pandemic putting a pause on the live shows of Strictly Come Dancing had done nothing to lose it any of it's die-hard fans.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova looked stunning as she showed off her svelte dancer’s figure in a bikini for a spot of wild swimming at Tynemouth beach in Newcastle. Slovenian star Nadiya, 32, was joined by Strictly’s 2021 celebrities Sara Davies, Rhys Stephenson, and Tilly Ramsay, and professional dancers Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin and Kai Widdrington for the trip.

Strictly Come Dancing stars braved the winter chill to take a trip to the beach on Thursday ahead of the next leg of their live arena tour. RELATED: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova stuns with glam makeoverProfessional dancer Nadiya Bychkova donned a bikini as she enjoyed a dip in the sea alongside Tilly Ramsay, Rhys Stephenson and some of the other Strictly pros, as seen in photos posted by Dragons Den star Sara Davies on Instagram.WATCH: Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeoverSara shared a selection of photos from their day out with her fans, writing: "The ‘before, during and after’ shots! Took some of the gang to Tynemouth beach this morning for a dip in the sea……was bloody freezing but absolutely incredible! So invigorating!" The Strictly stars hit the beach in Tynemouth on ThursdayThe businesswoman also revealed on Instagram Stories that she had been the one to convince her co-stars into the icy dip. "So you're not going to believe what I've managed to talk the guys into," she said.

How is the Strictly live tour going so far? How did it feel to be approached to do Strictly Come Dancing and then what was the whole experience like for you? I quickly ran to my car, and we talked about it, it was so exciting. It was so cool, because I wanted to go all the way.

Rose Ayling-Ellis was backed by her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars as she joined a call for change.

There are plenty of romance rumours hitting the Strictly Come Dancing live tour - but for some, it's all about the 'bromance' for two of its stars.

Janette Manrara has addressed her Strictly Come Dancing future during an appearance on This Morning.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have said the 'fairy tale is still alive' as Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice get another chance to dance together.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has been flooded with comments as she shared an update from the Strictly Come Dancing live tour.

Nikita Kuzmin has shared his devastation as he's had no choice but to pull out of a portion of the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour.The 24 year old, who recently competed on the main programme with Tilly Ramsay, took to his Instagram feed to announce the news to his 109,000 followers.The professional dancer shared a snap of himself in costume with Gordon Ramsay's daughter Tilly, 20, alongside two mirror selfies where he looks sad holding three positive rapid tests before explaining the situation. In the caption, he said: "So sad to be missing a portion of the Strictly Live Tour, but unfortunately I tested Positive for COVID-19." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. You can sign up at the top of the page.

Giovanni Pernice and Rose Ayling-Ellis looked closer than ever as they returned to the dancefloor - but was Rose who stole the show.

Giovanni Pernice had a sweet comment for his dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis - despite her swapping partners on the Strictly Come Dancing tour.

Rose Ayling-Ellis was seen swapping her winning partner Giovanni Pernice for another dancing during rehearsals for the Strictly Come Dancing tour. EastEnders actress Rose, 27, won the hearts of Strictly winners and the Glitterball trophy in the latest series of the BBC programme. Despite her success with Italian dancer Giovanni, 31, Rose was spotted dancing with another partner ahead of the launch of the tour on Thursday 20 January.

Strictly star Giovanni Pernice has addressed rumours that dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis won't be part of the show's arena tour.

Dan Walker made the most of his Strictly Come Dancing return on Saturday night.

Rhys Stephenson has addressed fans' claims that he could replace AJ Odudu at the BBC Strictly Come Dancing final on Saturday 18 December.The CBBC presenter, 28, was eliminated from the hit competition last week alongside his partner Nancy Xu after they faced John Whaite and Johannes Radebe in the show's dreaded dance-off. While AJ, 33, made the devastating announcement on Friday 17 December that she would no longer be taking part in the final due to her painful ankle injury.

Another series of Strictly Come Dancing is drawing to a close, with the grand final set to take place on Saturday 18 December.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers want Rhys Stephenson to replace AJ Odudu after the TV presenter had to pull out of the competition due to a foot injury. Rhys, 28, was eliminated from the competition last week after making it all the way to the semi-finals alongside his partner, Nancy Xu, 30.

CBBC presenter Rhys Stephenson narrowly missed out on a place in the Strictly Come Dancing final after becoming the 11th contestant to be eliminated from the dance competition in what was hailed "the most amazing dance off ever" against John Whaite.

The three finalists for the 2021 Strictly Come Dancing final have been confirmed after an emotional dance off on Sunday night.

Rhys Stephenson became the 11th star to be eliminated from the 2021 series of Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday night. The CBBC presenter, 28, faced John Whaite in the show's dreaded dance-off where they had to perform their chosen routines again from Saturday night.This now means that the 2021 Strictly finalists are AJ Odudu and Kai Widdrington, John and Johannes Radebe, and Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice.

There's now less than a week to go until the Strictly Come Dancing 2021 final.

Motsi Mabuse sent Strictly Come Dancing viewers wild on Saturday night as she returned to TV screens.

Strictly Come Dancing fans are feeling the nerves as the semi-final airs.