Strictly couples who found love on the dance floor - and those still going strong

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden has opened up about her battle with cancer, admitting she feels "angry" and doesn't want "looks of sympathy". The 33 year old professional dancer, who also lives with Crohn's Disease, was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year and had to undergo a mastectomy and chemotherapy. Amy shared her journey with fans on social media, saying: "I never asked [for] this to happen to me.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor According to Marlon Wayans, the number one rule in comedy is “You can’t be afraid to offend.” Four of today’s hottest comics came together for Variety’s stand-up comedy roundtable — Marlon Wayans (“God Loves Me”), Tom Segura (“Sledgehammer”), (“Salute Me or Shoot Me”) and Matt Rife (“Natural Selection”) — to discuss the state of comedy. In the past few years, many comedians have argued that political correctness and increased sensitivity have negatively impacted the art form. A fresh face in the scene, the 28-year-old Rife ignited backlash last week over a joke about domestic violence in his new Netflix special.

Bobby Brazier has been dazzling the Strictly Come Dancing audience with his beaming smile and infectious personality ever since he stepped foot in the ballroom with professional dance partner Dianne Buswell.

Salma Hayek is encouraging her fans and followers to watch her new project ‘El Sabor De La Navidad,’ just in time for the holiday season. The Hollywood star is looking back at her successful career in the film industry, and paying tribute to her longtime business partner Jose Tamez.SALMA HAYEK PREMIERES ‘EL SABOR DE LA NAVIDAD’: HOW TO WATCHSALMA HAYEK ATTENDS JESSICA ALBA EVENT ALONGSIDE SOME OF HOLLYWOOD’S LEADING LATINOSLAUREN SANCHEZ PRAISES SALMA HAYEK AND AMAL CLOONEY’S FASHION STYLEThe actress shared a black and white photo accompanied by a lengthy message, sharing some of their incredible accomplishments.

Strictly Come Dancing star Luba Mushtuk was supported by fellow dancing stars as she celebrated becoming a British citizen. The dancer, who was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia joined the cast of Strictly in 2018.

Strictly Come Dancing star Luba Mushtuk has announced the "special" news that she is now a British citizen in a new social media post.The 34 year old, who joined the cast of Strictly in 2018, took to Instagram on Tuesday, 21 November to proudly reveal she has been granted British citizenship alongside two photos of her with her official documents at Camden Town Hall. "She is a British Citizen.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent “Green Border,” Agnieszka Holland’s Venice Special Jury Prize-winning refugee drama, has been acquired by Kino Lorber in the U.S. (“Scrapper”) and Modern Films in the U.K. (“Drive My Car”).

Strictly Come Dancing’s Nigel Harman appeared to storm off the dancefloor in Blackpool on Saturday night, after receiving a disappointing score from the judges.The soap actor and his professional partner Katya Jones danced a Quickstep to the song It Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing by Duke Ellington. In the iconic ballroom, the pair were given a score of 31 out of 40 by the four judges leaving them second bottom of the leaderboard, just ahead of Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington. A video posted to social media shows Nigel leaving the floor just seconds after the BBC cameras stopped filming.

Dianne Buswell and Bobby Brazier found themselves in the Strictly Come Dancing dance-off on Sunday night's show - the first time they have been in the bottom two all series.They were up against Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington, but ultimately, Bobby and Dianne were unanimously saved by the judges. But it all seemed a bit much for Dianne, 34, who had tears streaming down her face and was struggling to hold it together as she clung tightly to Bobby, 20, as he wrapped a protective and supportive arm around her.

Strictly Come Dancing is returning to Blackpool on Saturday, 18 November, and there's no doubt this year's contestants are excited to perform at the iconic Tower Ballroom. The hit BBC One show is returning to Blackpool for the annual live show from the seaside town, with the remaining Strictly stars given the opportunity to perform in the legendary Ballroom.

Fans of Amanda Holden got more than they bargained for when they checked in on her latest antics.

Ed Balls broke down in tears on Good Morning Britain as he praised Gareth Gates for being his inspiration. The singer and actor appeared on the ITV news programme on Wednesday (November 15) to chat to Ed and co-host Susanna Reid.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Specialty distributor Ariztical Entertainment has acquired the North American rights to New Zealand-set wholesome gay love story ‘Mysterious Ways.’ Ariztical plans a multi-platform digital release in 2024. Written and directed by New Zealand’s Paul Oremland, the film follows a media storm that threatens the marriage between a Vicar, portrayed by Richard Short (“The Tragedy of Macbeth”) and his Samoan boyfriend, portrayed by Nick Afoa (“The Lion King”), after they announce their intentions to have a traditional wedding in the church.

Karen Hauer's ex partner has broken his silence on the couple’s recent split as he claimed Strictly Come Dancing ‘ruined’ their marriage. Karen, who is the dance show’s longest-serving professional dancer, and her husband Jordan Wyn-Jones reportedly parted ways last month, after they tied the knot last year during a lavish ceremony at Chewton Glen in Hampshire. Rumours of a split between Karen and her husband Jordan emerged as she was seen attending the Pride of Britain Awards without her wedding ring.

It’s that time of the year when Manchester city centre transforms into a Christmas wonderland. The Christmas Markets are finally up and running, welcoming hordes of shoppers to buy food, drink and presents from the picture perfect wooden huts.

BBC Strictly's Bobby Brazier, who is impressing audiences with his moves on Strictly Come Dancing, has shared a heartbreaking reason why he 'doesn't miss' his late mum Jade Goody. The 20 year old EastEnders actor, partnered with Dianne Buswell for this year's competition, has been raised by his father, Jeff Brazier, alongside his younger brother, Freddie, after their mum, former Big Brother star Jade Goody, tragically passed away from cervical cancer in 2009, aged just 27. Bobby was only five when his mum died and he revealed in an interview with The Face that he doesn't miss her because he feels he wasn't with her long enough.

Strictly Come Dancing fans reckon there's a 'feud' going on behind the scenes of the show amid reports one of the dancers is "uncomfortable". As the race for the Glitterball trophy gathers pace, viewers have suggested EastEnders star, Bobby Brazier, 20 and his professional partner Dianne Buswell, 34, were less than pleased with the judge's comments on Saturday.The pair set tongues wagging after their steamy Argentine Tango, which ended in a near-kiss.

Amanda Holden has revealed her husband Chris Hughes has a 'free pass' to date, Rachel Riley.

Amanda Holden, the 52 year old presenter, revealed on her Heart Radio show that her husband Chris Hughes has a cheeky "free pass" to date former Strictly Come Dancing star Rachel Riley. She made this confession while chatting with comedian Joe Wilkinson, known for his appearances on Channel 4's 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown.

Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier has hinted that his performances on the BBC competition could be set to become even more daring in this weekend's show as the actor vowed to 'turn things up' ahead of his Rumba performance.