Rachel Riley shares heartbreaking family news with fans

Countdown presenter Rachel Riley has spoken out about the impact Strictly Come Dancing has on the mental health of those involved.

BBC show on Saturday night (October 23) trying to win prizes by getting celebrities to fill in the blanks with the same answers as her. But the pink-haired contestant, who viewers also immediately recognised when she came on the show, left viewers majorly puzzled.

audience with celebrities taking to the dancefloor alongside their professional dance partners. The audience aren't the only ones falling in love, however, as we have seen love blossom between the BBC show's stars.

Rachel Riley has warned her celebrity pals against taking part in Strictly Come Dancing, saying "it messes with your head".The 35 year old Countdown host competed in the 2013 series of the BBC dance show, and was partnered with professional dancer Pasha Kovalev, 41.The pair went down a hit with both judges and viewers, and kept on dancing until the sixth week, when they were eliminated.

Countdown star Rachel Riley has discussed the horrifying moment she was groped by an audience member whilst working on the Channel 4 show.

Rachel Riley has claimed a Countdown fan was banned from the show's set after groping her.The presenter, 35, said in an interview that she was introduced to the male fan by his wife backstage at the Channel 4 show and that the couple were not allowed back into the audience after she reported him. She told The Sun: "This married couple came up to me and the lady said ‘oh my husband really likes watching you, do you mind if we just…’ and he squeezed my a**e.

Janette Manrara is having the time of her life presenting Strictly's It Takes Two. But it has come at a price.On Monday, the pro dancer took to Instagram to share her upset with fans, who were quick to reach out and offer their support.WATCH Aljaz Skorjanec shares sweet tribute to wife Janette ManraraJanette, 37, posted a picture showing her beloved grandparents sat together, cuddled up and smiling for the camera.

Rob Lowe has taken to Instagram with some heartbreaking family news. The 57-year-old was met with an outpouring of support from fans as he made his sad announcement.Rob - who shares two sons with wife Sheryl - shared a snapshot of his beloved dog Wayne and wrote: "In Memoriam…WATCH: Rob Lowe cheers on LA Dodgers with sons Matthew and John"We are heartbroken that our beloved Wayne passed away today.

Rachel Riley has shared her excitement over welcoming her second child, who is due any day now.

Lara Spencer took to Instagram on Friday to reveal that her pet pooch Riva had been patiently waiting by the door all day for her son Duff to walk in.MORE: Lara Spencer shares then-and-now photos for heartfelt reason The teen was returning home to spend the weekend with his mom, the first time since he left to attend Southern Methodist University in Texas in August. WATCH: Lara Spencer and daughter perform jaw-dropping stunt in matching swimwear"Waiting by the door for Duff to get home from

Pregnant Rachel Riley bid farewell to her Countdown presenting duties on Friday as she headed on maternity leave.Taking to Instagram, the TV star, 35, displayed her growing baby bump in a patterned wrap dress as she shared a collection of fun snaps with her show replacement Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon. Rachel revealed that she will be on TV screens until December and will then be returning to her presenting duties at some point next year.

Rachel Riley was all smiles when she was spotted leaving filming, as she prepares to give birth to her second child with her dancer husband Pasha Kovalev.The Countdown star, 35, beamed as she showed off her growing bump.The baby will be Rachel's second child with her husband, as they already share a daughter, Maven, who was born in December 2019. Rachel kept things casual as she left the Manchester Countdown studios, sporting a mint green jumper and leggings.