Strictly Come Dancing's Aljaž reveals real reason why he quit: 'I needed Janette'

Janette Manrara revealed she was missing the hot summer days on Tuesday when she reminisced about a past trip to the beach alongside her husband Aljaz Skorjanec.MORE: Janette Manrara displays svelte physique in sculpting gym wearThe It Takes Two presenter shared a brief video featuring just three photos to a version of ABBA's The Winner Takes It All.WATCH: Janette shares video of her and Aljaz on holidayThe first picture showed Janette, in a black and white bikini, and Aljaz smiling at the camera whilst on the shore. The other two photos show Aljaz, looking playful on the beach, whilst wearing a pair of colourful swim shorts.MORE: Inside the Strictly Come Dancing judges' fabulous housesSEE: Aljaz Skorjanec delights fans with 'remarkable' baby photoJanette simply captioned the video with a white heart emoji.

Professional dancer Aljaž Škorjanec has opened up about his post Strictly Come Dancing plans, admitting he wants to focus on being a “family man” in the immediate future.The 32-year-old announced he was leaving the BBC show after nine years in March to pursue new opportunities. His decision came 12 months after his wife Janette Manrara made her departure from the BBC show to take over Zoe Ball as host of spin-off show It Takes Two. Speaking exclusively to OK!, he said: “I’ve taken a long, hard time thinking about my future and I want to enjoy some Aljaž time.

11 years into their relationship, Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec have lost none of their spark. And now the former Strictly pros have revealed the secret to their long lasting romance. Speaking exclusively to OK! , the husband and wife said they ensured to be respectful around one another when it comes to embarrassing bodily functions.

Aljaž Škorjanec has opened up about his decision to quit Strictly Come Dancing, admitting his departure from the show is still so raw he hasn’t braved returning to the studios.The former Strictly pro announced he was leaving the BBC show after nine years in March to pursue new opportunities. His decision came 12 months after his wife Janette Manrara made her departure to take over Zoe Ball as host of spin-off show It Takes Two. Speaking exclusively to OK! about why he’s swerved watching the new series from the audience, he said: “It’s going to take a few weeks.

After eight years dancing together on the BBC hit show, former Strictly pros Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec are learning to live like a normal couple as they focus on their separate careers. Here, they open up about the emotional shift in their 11-year relationship and reveal why the time apart has brought them closer than ever. Are you an OK! VIP? If not, why not? It’s free and gives you backstage access to stories like this, exclusive home tours, special discounts and so much more! All you need to do is pop your email address below! P.s.

Strictly Come Dancing star Jayde Adams honoured her late sister, Jenna, over the weekend with a powerful performance.MORE: Strictly star Jayde Adams in tears as she remembers late sisterIn her VT, the comedian - who is partnered up with Karen Hauer - broke down in tears as she touched upon their strong bond and how she is still dealing with her loss.WATCH: Strictly's Jayde Adams in tears as she remembers late sisterAfter Strictly ended on Saturday night, Jayde uploaded the final picture she ever took with her sibling, and explained: "Last picture we ever had together. Her love for me was so strong, I'll never ever feel unloved in my life.MORE: Strictly's Jayde Adams discusses 'rageful arguments' with partner RichREAD: 12 Strictly Come Dancing pros' glitzy weddings: Amy Dowden, Janette Manrara & more"I will grieve my loss for her for the rest of my life, it is the most important thing that has ever happened and I am beyond grateful to be able to channel my grief through creativity, thank you @bbcstrictly @karenhauer."She added: "Last picture we ever had together.

Strictly Come Dancing couple Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec are currently learning to live like a normal couple as they focus on their separate careers, after 8 years on the hit dance show. And in our exclusive shoot, the couple open up about the emotional shift in their relationship and reveal why the time apart has brought them closer than ever.

HRVY has revealed the one thing that surprised him the most about Strictly Come Dancing.The singer, 23, who recently released new single I Wish I Could Hate You, appeared on the BBC One show in 2020, where he made it to the final with his pro partner Janette Manrara.Talking about his time on Strictly in an exclusive chat with OK!, HRVY, real name Harvey Leigh Cantwell, shared behind-the-scenes details, including how difficult he found the "slippy" dance floors to perform on. Speaking about any facts that surprised him during the show, the singer said: "I mean, it was very long hours, I think people know that already! "There's so much that goes in behind-the-scenes on the Friday.

Gemma Atkinson has shared her plans for a 'laid-back' wedding as she and her Strictly Come Dancing star fiancé Gorka Marquez near their fifth anniversary. The loved-up couple met in 2017 when Bury-born Gemma signed up for the BBC One dance contest.

Will Mellor has been a hit with viewers and the judges but his upcoming Strictly Come Dancing performance is hanging in the balance. The actor sparked concern on Thursday when he appeared on the show's BBC Two spin-off, It Takes Two.

Stacey Dooley was pictured reuniting with her Strictly Come Dancing pals at the Strictly Ballroom afterparty in Bromley on Tuesday October 4.The 35 year old is pregnant with her first child with partner Kevin Clifton and earlier attended the Strictly Ballroom press night with Kevin, 39, where they met the Strictly crew. Stacey made sure to carve time out to take fun photos with her Strictly friends at the afterparty, as the group excitedly stroked her blossoming baby bump.The documentary-maker looked elated at the reunion as she was pictured in the centre of the group, which included Jowita Przystal, Nancy Xu, Janette Manrara, Joanne Clifton and Aljiaz Skorjanec.