Helen Skelton may have had her confidence shaken in her marriage split but she showed dazzling form on the opening show – and pro partner Gorka Marquez is urging her to “believe she can do it”. The Countryfile presenter, 38, was devastated earlier this year when husband of eight years Richie Myler ended their relationship. And then, in the week she made her Strictly debut, the rugby league player referred to his new girlfriend as his “family”.
Strictly star Helen Skelton's act of kindness leaves her feeling 'humbled'
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Strictly Come Dancing's Helen Skelton from taking time out from training to help with something else quite magical.READ: Ola & James Jordan's Strictly verdict on Will's jive, Ellie's emotional performance and winner predictionsThe presenter on Countryfile visited Hoar Cross Hall in Staffordshire as it was transformed into a enchanted manor for two weeks to welcome 240 families with children living with life-limiting or life-threatening illnesses.The Walt Disney Company teamed up with charities Make-A-Wish UK and The Kentown Wizard Foundation to create three-day immersive Disney Wish experiences for the children and their families, repeating the success of last year’s first event held in the UK, when overseas holiday dreams had to be put on hold due to the pandemic. When Helen, 39, was asked to go along and meet some of the children and their families, she didn’t hesitate.
"As soon as they asked me, I said: 'What do you need? I’ll do all I can to help.' I feel humbled to be involved."Helen has also been throwing herself into her Strictly rehearsals with professional dancer Gorka Márquez.WATCH: Helen Skelton shares behind-the-scenes photos from Strictly rehearsals"I have a partner who is really good fun. We are already mates as we have loads of friends in common," says Helen.Known for extolling the benefits of country walks, how will Cumbrian-born Helen find time for the great outdoors?READ: Helen Skelton praises Gorka Marquez in sweet postMORE: Helen Skelton shows off incredible physique in candid Strictly rehearsal snap"I got in from training the other night, and my kids wanted to play football in the garden before bed.
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27.09.2022 / 21:03
BBC Strictly fans notice 'problems' as show releases songs and dances for week two
Fifteen celebs took to the dancefloor for the first time at the weekend as they launched the Strictly Come Dancing class of 22. A host of stars kicked off the BBC dance contest to take us through autumn through to December and topping the leaderboard on Saturday night was snake-hipped Will Mellor.
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27.09.2022 / 01:29
James Jordan corrected after he says Strictly star Ellie Simmonds needs to 'straighten her legs'
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional James Jordan was corrected after he took to Twitter to give his verdict on Ellie Simmonds' debut routine on the 2022 series. James heaped praise after former British Paralympian swimmer Ellie and her pro partner, Nikita Kuzmin, performed their first routine together on Saturday night.
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26.09.2022 / 19:07
That Strictly smile! Strictly come Dancing stars can't wipe grin off their faces after first dance
The stars of this year's Strictly Come Dancing couldn't wipe the smiles off their faces as they left the studio after their first dances on the show. This season kicked off in spectacular sequinned style over the weekend, with celebrities such as actor Kym Marsh, singer Fleur East, Loose Women 's Kaye Adams and Paralympian Ellie Simmonds all putting their best feet forward. Kaye Adams, 59, was supported on night one by her fellow Loose Women panellists and good friends Jane Moore and Nadia Sawalha, and the trio were seen beaming alongside Helen Skelton - also a contestant - and Strictly pro Gorka Marquez.
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26.09.2022 / 18:03
Strictly's James Jordan calls Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez ‘perfect couple’
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional James Jordan has branded Helen Skelton and Gorka Márquez the “perfect couple”.Taking to Twitter to give his annual weekly verdict on the performances, James, who was a pro on the show from 2006 to 2013, said the pair were “amazing”.The 44 year old wrote on Twitter: “Helen. You clever boy Gorka. Clearly the best of the night so far and for week 1 amazing.
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23.09.2022 / 23:57
Strictly’s Vito Coppola’s life off screen including TV romance as he’s paired with Fleur East
Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is set to begin on Friday 23 September, with the first live show taking place the following evening (24 September). A fresh batch of celebrities are preparing to compete for the iconic Glitterball trophy, with the likes of Will Mellor, Kym Marsh, Matt Goss and Helen Skelton all getting ready to take to the dance floor.
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23.09.2022 / 21:10
Who is Molly Rainford on BBC Strictly Come Dancing 2022?
She's had the experience and pressures of a TV competition before and now Molly Rainford is taking on a new challenge with Strictly Come Dancing. The 21-year-old is the youngest in this year's competition as the BBC One dance contest returns for its 20th series.
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23.09.2022 / 21:10
Who is Kym Marsh on BBC Strictly Come Dancing 2022?
Strictly Come Dancing returns to our screens this weekend, with its launch show on Friday (September 23) and its first live programme on Saturday (September 24). A fresh line-up of stars are lacing up their dancing shoes and getting ready to take on the ballroom for the BBC One show's 20th series.