TV legend addresses rumours of joining Strictly Come Dancing: 'I would be in trouble'

Vito Coppola was branded 'outrageous' by one of his former Strictly Come Dancing co-stars - and we don't think they mean it in a bad way. It came after the dancer took to social media with a video of his hip-shaking moves which proved to work up a sweat.

Giovanni Pernice is excitedly preparing for a Strictly Come Dancing reunion after some of the show's stars spoke out with support. It comes after the BBC confirmed the professional dancer line-up for the upcoming 2024 series earlier this month (June) which didn't include the Italian dancer.

Janette Manrara has shared a 'last update' on her adorable daughter as she addressed time flying since her arrival into the world. The presenter and dancer welcomed her first child with her husband Aljaz Skorjanec in July 2023.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Nikita Kuzmin has marked his one year anniversary with his girlfriend Lauren Jaine.The 26 year old dancer celebrated their milestone with an Instagram carousel, sharing 10 pictures of them together during the past 12 months. The snaps included loved-up pics of the pair snuggled up in bed, kissing at Christmas in front of festive lights, enjoying a holiday together and them all dolled up for a glamorous event.

Gorka Marquez has shared his response to Giovanni Pernice's exit from Strictly Come Dancing as he was put on the spot during a live TV appearance. The dancer was quizzed alongside Karen Hauer as they appeared on Good Morning Britain on Tuesday (June 25).

Shirley Ballas has teased excitement for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing, saying the announcement of the 2024 line-up will come 'rather soon.

Janette Manrara has shared that she felt 'mum guilt' for taking time away from her baby daughter. The Strictly Come Dancing star welcomed her first child Lyra Rose into the world in July 2023 with partner and former pro Strictly dancer Aljaz Skorjanec.

Jill Halfpenny has opened up about her struggles with alcohol, revealing that seeing another actress at her first AA meeting was a pivotal moment in her journey to sobriety.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Janette Manrara has taken a well-deserved trip to Marbella with Pussy Cat Doll, Ashley Roberts - but has expressed feeling ‘mum guilt’ over leaving her baby at home. Janette welcomed her first daughter, Lyra, in July last year with fellow Strictly pro Aljaž Škorjanec, and has gone on her first break since giving birth. Janette and Ashley, who competed on Strictly in 2018, took a quick weekend trip to Spain - and posted a carousel of pictures to commemorate the fun time they had.The pair shared snaps from glamorous nights out, to beach trips, to Janette putting on plasters on the side of the road.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington is said to have called the police after being flooded with death threats from trolls online. The actress recently accused former dance partner Giovanni Pernice of "abusive or threatening behaviour" that left her "broken and in tears" and suffering from "mild Post Traumatic Stress Disorder". The 50-year-old has since deleted her Instagram account after getting many messages from fans of the Strictly pro.

Giovanni Pernice has been seen out and about as he enjoyed his downtime between shows as his Strictly Come Dancing furore continues. The dancer is currently back on stage alongside his friend and now former co-star Anton Du Beke.

Ellie Leach has said she's 'already dreaming' of when she can next ditch the UK after enjoying a well-earned break alongside her mum. It's fair to say that the actress has been non stop since taking part in and winning Strictly Come Dancing 2023.

Vito Coppola and Ellie Leach have been left speechless as they were given some joint news months on from winning Strictly Come Dancing. As fans of the pair know, the professional dancer and the actress lifted the coveted Glitterball trophy back in December.

Emmerdale star Lisa Riley said she is 'so proud' as prepares set to team up with Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke for a project close to both their hearts. They are set to host a special live show in tribute to friend and co-star Robin Windsor following his tragic death earlier this year.

Strictly Come Dancing star Shirley Ballas has backed Giovanni Pernice after it was revealed he wouldn't be returning to the show this year amid allegations about his behaviour.

Strictly Come Dancing star Rhys Stephenson has just said 'I do' to his long-term love, Beth Johnson.The Saturday Mash-Up presenter, who wowed audiences with his moves on Strictly back in 2021, celebrated his wedding over the weekend and has been sharing some adorable snaps from their special day. Rhys revealed that he and Beth had a cute "pre-wedding handshake", posting a video on Instagram where they're seen perfecting it.

Strictly Come Dancing stars have flooded Amy Dowden with messages after she wrote of her ‘shock’ at receiving an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list. The 33-year-old received the honour to recognise the work as an advocate and ambassador for Crohn’s and Colitis UK.

Dr Michael Mosley was rumoured to have been asked to take part in Strictly Come Dancing just weeks before he died.The TV star and medic, known for the series Trust Me, I'm A Doctor and his podcast Just One Thing, went missing last week during a holiday on the Greek island of Symi before his body was found in a rocky area near Agia Marina beach on Sunday, 9 June. Now, The Mail Online is reporting that Michael, 67, had told friends that he had been invited to do Strictly this year for the show's 20-year anniversary series. According to the publication, he was not thought to have signed a contract yet but a friend of the doctor said: "He told me just the week before last he'd been invited to do Strictly." Michael, whose work to improve the nation's health included popularising the 5:2 diet and encouraging people to be more active, had spoken about the benefits of dancing in a May 2022 episode of Just One Thing titled "How can dancing help your brain?".

Amy Dowden is set to feature in a new deeply personal documentary in a second return to the BBC after it was revealed she'll be back taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this year.

Amanda Abbington has wiped her social media presence clean as Giovanni Pernice faces a shocking exit from Strictly Come Dancing. The Sherlock star seems to have vanished from several online platforms, including Instagram and X (previously known as Twitter), coinciding with the day it was confirmed that Giovanni won't be returning for the 2024 series.The 33 year old dancer has faced allegations from several of his former partners over his behaviour, which he has denied.