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on this year's series. Ex-Strictly pro James, who is married to fellow former star Ola, hit out at the judges after the latest episode.

Another week, another Strictly Come Dancing elimination. This time it was rugby star Ugo Monye who said his goodbyes to the ballroom after he was voted out of the dance competition.

Former rugby player Ugo Monye has become the fourth celebrity eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing.

Rhys Stephenson has hilariously admitted that he almost put his Strictly Come Dancing dance partner, Nancy Xu, "through the ceiling" soon after meeting.The 27 year old is currently starring on the hit BBC dancing show, wowing the judges with his performances with 29 year old Nancy. But things haven't always gone to plan, with the CBBC host almost causing Nancy an injury as they embraced for a hug.

He is best known as the energetic and ever-smiley host of CBBC – but Rhys Stephenson has taken on a very different challenge by putting his best foot forward on Strictly Come Dancing. And as soon as the competition began, the 27-year-old and his pro partner Nancy Xu – competing for the first time herself after featuring in 2019 as a backing dancer – were earmarked as one of the bookies’ hot favourites to lift the coveted Glitterball trophy.

Strictly glitterball whilst learning to dance like the professionals along the way. READ MORE: Strictly Come Dancing 2021 line up: Who is chef Tilly Ramsay? Contestants this year include Tilly Ramsay, Rhys Stephenson, Tom Fletcher and Rose Ayling-Ellis amongst others.

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Motsi Mabuse has tipped CBBC presenter Rhys Stephenson as one to watch on this year’s series of Strictly Come Dancing. Speaking exclusively to OK!, the South African starlet revealed she’s already been checking out this year's contestants, as well as researching them and their skills.

Former CBBC presenter Angellica Bell has revealed she has high hopes for her friend Rhys Stephenson and admits he may have what it takes to win Strictly Come Dancing. The 45 year old star added that the reason why so many CBBC stars and children's TV presenters do so well on the show is down to the fact that they have to open up.

Strictly Come Dancing have been revealed – including Adam Peaty, Judi Love, Nina Wadia, Dan Walker and Katie McGlynn. Some of the latest names to be announced are TV chef Tilly Ramsay and The Crown star Greg Wise, with more to be announced.

Strictly Come Dancing have been announced – including Nina Wadia, Dan Walker and Katie McGlynn. Some of the latest names to be announced are TV chef Tilly Ramsay and The Crown star Greg Wise, with more to be announced.

Strictly Come Dancing's seventh contestant has been announced as Coronation Street's very own Katie McGlynn. The 28 year old, who plays Sinead Tinker on the popular soap opera, will be joining the likes of Rhys Stephenson and Tom Fletcher on the dance floor of the BBC show.The programme's Instagram account broke the news on Tuesday, 10 August, as they posted a stunning photo of her dressed in red.

Dragons' Den judge Sara Davies is the latest celebrity to join the Strictly Come Dancing 2021 line-up. The TV star and businesswoman will be performing on the dance-floor alongside her recently unveiled celeb contemporaries Tom Fletcher, Robert Webb, AJ Odudu, John Whaite and Rhys Stephenson.

Strictly Come Dancing has announced its fifth celebrity contestant - CBBC presenter Rhys Stephenson. The actor and TV presenter was confirmed on CBBC's Newsround, with Rhys saying of his signing: "I am BUZZING to be a part of Strictly Come Dancing 2021.