Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis stuns in a mini skirt and crop top as she parties alongside EastEnders co-stars

EastEnders co-stars Shona McGarty and Max Bowden have been at the centre of plenty of romance rumours recently. Shona, 30, who plays Whitney Dean in the soap and 27 year old Max, who plays Ben Mitchell, were reportedly “inseparable” earlier this year and since then there’s been reports the pair are “smitten”. Over the weekend the duo fuelled romance rumours further when they joined pals to attend House & Classics Festival in Hertfordshire, with actress Shona sharing a series of photos and videos from the day.The pictures included the pair posing for a photo, with Max hooking his arm around Shona's shoulders as he held a cigarette while she cheekily stuck her tongue out.

Fleur East has been named as the early favourite to win Strictly Come Dancing 2022.The singer, who was runner-up on The X Factor back in 2014, has high odds to bag the glitterball trophy this year. Bookmakers Ladbrokes are offering odds of 7/2, but Fleur’s still got some fierce competition.TV presenter Helen Skelton and former Britain’s Got Talent finalist Molly Rainford will be hot on her heels, according to the betting company – who have placed both their odds at 6/1.The exciting odds come after the BBC confirmed the 15 famous faces who will take to the dancefloor when the competition returns in September.

Strictly Come Dancing stars for 2022. Bristol has added interest this year - as if we needed it - because one of our own, Bedminster’s Jayde Adams, is among the stars being paired up with a professional dancer and about to learn the difference between a tango and a salsa.

Fans of Strictly Come Dancing are divided over this year's line-up, with some left less than impressed by the celebrities and one person branding it "the worst line-up ever". The full line-up of 15 contestants have now been announced, and it includes Coronation Street's Kym Marsh, actor Will Mellor and singer Fleur East, as well as Eastenders actor James Bye and football manager Tony Adams.There has been some warring between fans on Twitter about the line-up, with some on the negative side, as one fan wrote: "No wow factor with this lot but thats par for the course and by week 3 everyone will be shouting for a b or c".

Countryfile presenter Helen Skelton has been announced as the final contestant to join BBC's Strictly Come Dancing 2022.The 39 year old mother of three will don her dancing shoes alongside the likes of Coronation Street's Kym Marsh, actor Will Mellor and singer Fleur East. The celebrities will have to put their best foots forward to impress the Strictly judges: Motsi Mabuse, 41, Shirley Ballas, 61, and Craig Revel Horwood, 57, as well as Anton Du Beke, 56, who will be a permanent judge this series.

Strictly Come Dancing added another name to its lineup this week as it welcomed actor James Bye to the class of 2022. The star is most famous for his role as the iconic Martin Fowler in the BBC's EastEnders.

Rose Ayling-Ellis is enjoying some time with her loved ones, having travelled back home to be with her family during the summer.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis unveils stunning look as Giovanni Pernice prepares to meet new Strictly partnerTaking to Instagram Stories on Thursday, the Strictly Come Dancing star - who made history on the BBC show last year – shared two adorable pictures with a puppy, and the actress looked utterly besotted!WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis supports Giovanni Pernice"Cutest dog ever," she remarked, later adding: "I can't get over him [heart eyes emoji]."MORE: Strictly's Giovanni Pernice pokes fun at Rose Ayling-Ellis in funny clipREAD: Giovanni Pernice's deep connection and protectiveness over Rose Ayling-Ellis explainedThe heartwarming post comes as her dance partner Giovanni Pernice prepares to meet his new celebrity partner for the upcoming series of Strictly.The professional dancer has been sharing updates and a behind-the-scenes image from dance rehearsals with fellow pros - including newcomer Lauren Oakley. Rose and Giovanni have become hugely popular since being crowned winners of the 2021 series.

Strictly Come Dancing bosses have signed wildlife camera man and presenter Hamza Yassin to take part in this year's show. The star, who presents the BBC’s Animal Park and has also served as a guest presenter on Countryfile, is the thirteenth famous face confirmed the show's 20th series. Sharing his joy at landing a place on the show, Hamza said: "I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022.

BBC EastEnders and former I'm a Celebrity star Dean Gaffney, 44, is reportedly giving the ITV show another try having signed up for an All Stars series, set to be filmed in South Africa. The actor, who played Robbie Jackson in the BBC soap, last appeared in the jungle 16 years ago in 2006 when he headed to Australia alongside hosts Ant and Dec. It's reported that the new all-star series will have a different feel to previous years as the cast will be off to South Africa for the first time in the show's history.

Strictly Come Dancing’s 20th series is due to kick off in September, meaning another celebrity will soon be the proud owner of the famous glitterball. A host of famous faces are taking part in this year’s contest, including Will Mellor, Kym Marsh, Ellie Simmonds and Bros singer Matt Goss.

Michelle Collins has married her fiancé Mike Davidson after 10 years of dating. The former EastEnders actress, 60, who portrayed Cindy Beale in the hit BBC One soap from 1988 until 1998, and 38 year old Mike tied the knot in a low-key ceremony in London on Wednesday 10 August.

Jade Goody's son Bobby Brazier was spotted looking very cheery with his co-star Ellie Dadd on Tuesday 9 August. Bobby, 19, is the son of presenter Jeff Brazier and the late TV personality Jade Goody, who died in 2009 from cervical cancer. Heading to film their EastEnders scenes, Bobby and Ellie were all smiles as they looked back at the cameras with Bobby putting the thumbs up.

READ MORE: Loose Women's Kaye Adams announced as next Strictly contestantEllie said: "Well, cover me in fake tan and roll me in sequins! I'm absolutely over the moon to be a part of Strictly 2022! I've watched the show for years so to be able to take to the dance floor is a dream come true, for both me and mum who is a Strictly super fan! "At the moment I'm focusing on the excitement and glitter and choosing to ignore the fact that I have the dancing ability of a newly born giraffe. Bring it on!"Ellie began her career in stand-up comedy and has appeared on shows such as The Mash Report and as a co-host on The Great Pottery Throwdown.

Sam Womack has shared the devastating news that she's battling breast cancer.The former EastEnders star, who starred as Ronnie Mitchell on the popular BBC soap, took to Twitter to share the news alongside of photograph of her next to the late Olivia Newton-John.The Grease actress had been diagnosed with cancer 30 years ago, and passed away yesterday, Monday 8 August. Sam wrote: "This was the most magical of evenings.

Strictly Come Dancing season is very nearly upon us, with this year’s line-up gradually being announced on social media as we speak. But right now we’re actually turning our attention to 2021’s winner Rose Ayling-Ellis, who is now blonder than ever after a trip to the hair salon. The 27 year old recently visited Soho’s Salon64 for a cut, colour and blow dry with founder Ricky Walters and colorist Bart Cacciapaglia, and left sporting an even lighter multidimensional, expensive-looking blonde shade.