Strictly Come Dancing announces 2022 professionals after Alijaz and Oti quit BBC show

Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova flashed broad smiles as they left a dance studio in London on Thursday following rehearsals for the upcoming Strictly Come Dancing - The Professionals UK Tour. The twinkle-toed stars have reportedly taken the next step in their relationship and moved in together after going Instagram official with their romance this week. Ukrainian-Slovenian Nadiya, 32, cut a casual figure as she walked alongside British Kai, 26, with the blonde beauty wearing a black bomber jacket over a multi-coloured print T-shirt.

BBC EastEnders star Melanie Clark Pullen made a heartbreaking final post as she reunited with her family before her tragic death at 46. The mother of three has died following a three year battle with breast cancer.

They first revealed their romance back in January and Strictly Come Dancing professionals Kai Widdrington, 26, and Nadiya Bychkova, 32, couldn’t stop grinning as they left the Strictly Come Dancing tour rehearsals together on Monday.The pair looked in great spirits as they departed the rehearsal studios where they are preparing for the 36-date UK-wide tour, which starts on April 28. They both looked stylish, with Nadiya in pale blue cut-off denim jeans which she paired with a simple cropped white top and a cool black varsity bomber jacket with leather sleeves.

ITV to make a whole series of the programme, which sees celebrities perform a musical number to impress judges. Fans had been expecting to see a new episode after six new performers took to the stage last week.

ITV's All Star Musicals as some viewers claimed the show was fixed. The 55-year-old TV presenter stunned viewers on the show last week performing a routine from 42nd Street. The Springwatch and Autumnwatch host looked incredible as she took to the stage in a gold flapper dress.

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 couple Janette Manrara and husband Aljaž Škorjanec will be on hand to provide entertainment for the hoards of people in attendance at this year's Southport Flower Show. Taking place at the beautiful Victoria Park, it's the largest independent flower show in the UK. The famous couple will put in an appearance on Friday, August 19 and complete two Q&As in the Garden Theatre at 12pm and 2pm.

Rose Ayling-Ellis is rumoured to be tipped for an MBE from the Queen after her dedication to raising awareness of the deaf community. The 27 year old was the first deaf contestant to appear on Strictly Come Dancing and even went on to win the show – and the hearts of viewers after her outstanding performances. The actress, who is best known for her role as Frankie Lewis on EastEnders, has made a lasting impression on fans, with many even taking up sign language as a result.

Anton Du Beke will reportedly return as a judge on the new series of Strictly Come Dancing later this year.The dancer, 55, stepped in for Bruno Tonioli in last year’s series, with Craig Revel Horwood being said to have revealed that Anton will be joining the panel as a judge again. It comes after Bruno was unable to take part in the 2021 series due to Covid travel restrictions and work commitments in the US, leaving Anton to take his place. Craig, who has appeared in every series of the BBC show so far, made the admission at his new stage show All Balls and Glitter, according to The Sun .

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.

Producers of hit BBC dancing show Strictly Come Dancing have revealed who will replace Aljaž Škorjanec during the next series. 30 year old Aljaž shocked fans as he announced he was leaving the show on Monday 28 March after nine successful years. He will be replaced by Cameron Lombard who joined Strictly as a professional in 2021, dancing in group numbers.

Janette Manrara has spoken out on her husband Aljaz Skorjanec's Strictly Come Dancing exit after he announced he was quitting the show after nine years. The professional dancer, who joined the show as a professional dancer back in 2013, revealed his news on Monday morning (March 28) with an emotional statement on social media.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Aljaž Škorjanec has announced his decision to leave the BBC show.Taking to his Instagram account, the 30 year old, who joined the series in 2013, told fans that he'd come to the tough decision to bow out of the hit series. In an emotional post, Slovenian star Aljaž, who is married to former Strictly professional turned It Takes Two host Janette Manrara, wrote: "On a beautiful sunny day in May 2013 one phone call changed my life forever! "It went like this...