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STRICTLY Come Dancing’s Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are celebrating signing a new two-year contract to host the show. The duo are thought to have hammered out an even bigger six-figure deal to return to the BBC1 dance contest , which they have fronted together since 2014. It is likely to see them soar even higher up the list of the BBC ’s biggest earners with Tess, 53 , and Claudia, 51 , already believed to be getting a combined wage from the corporation of more than £300,000 . A TV insider said: “Beeb chiefs absolutely love Tess and Claudia and wouldn’t dream of ever losing them. "They are especially proud of the fact that they have two women hosting a show on a Saturday and Sunday on prime time BBC1. It is an enviable position to be in. “Strictly’s leading ladies may command a high price, but the Beeb view them as great value for money given how popular they are with viewers. read more on tess daly strictly secret Vernon … [Read more...] about Strictly stars Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman sign an even bigger six-figure deal to host the show for two more years

February 01, 2023 - 21:11 GMT Strictly star Helen Skelton posed in a stunning pink figure-hugging dress in a new video posted to Instagram on Wednesday Helen Skelton embraced glitz, glamour and sequins during her time on Strictly and she still enjoys dressing up just as much – at least, if the video she shared to Instagram on Wednesday is any indication. The mum-of-three shared a short backstage clip from the BBC show's live tour, which showed her wearing a skimpy hot pink dress with glitter detail across the bust . In the video, the glamorous star posed alongside choreographer Arduino Bertoncello, who originally shared the clip to his Instagram Stories. WATCH: Strictly's Helen Skelton poses in slinky figure-hugging dress in new video Loading the player... Speaking to him and to the camera, Helen stroked the front of her dress and grinned as she quipped: "Look at this, look at this, what's happened to my … [Read more...] about Strictly’s Helen Skelton poses in slinky figure-hugging dress in new video

February 01, 2023 - 17:47 GMT Strictly Come Dancing star Stacey Dooley was pictured walking her newborn baby Minnie alongside her mum Di in new photos on Wednesday Stacey Dooley has been photographed for the first time pushing her daughter Minnie in her pram, alongside Stacey's mum, Di , who is clearly a doting grandmother and took her own pictures as they walked. In photos obtained by the Daily Mail , the 2018 Strictly Come Dancing star and her mum were walking in London, with Stacey wearing a black hoodie, brown camouflage trousers and dark sunglasses. She and her partner, former Strictly dancer Kevin Clifton , were clearly delighted to welcome their first child , taking to Instagram to share the news. WATCH: Stacey Dooley's adorable baby bump video is so sweet Loading the player... "Our Daughter is here. My little masterpiece! I'm COMPLETELY OBSESSED. Love you Minnie, Love you Kev," Stacey … [Read more...] about Strictly’s Stacey Dooley pictured with baby Minnie for the first time

RUMOURED lovers Joey Essex and Vanessa Bauer snogged in front of co-stars backstage at the Dancing on Ice, The Sun can reveal. The pair have grown close since being partnered together for the ITV skate contest in November but until now have remained coy about their relationship. But after a sizzling performance as Danny and Sandy from Grease on Sunday night they were seen kissing for the first time in public, The Sun can reveal. It is said they locked lips in the backstage marquee area where the Dancing on Ice cast and crew gathered after the show. It came just hours after host Holly Willoughby and judge Christopher Dean commented on their chemistry live on the show. A backstage source told The Sun: “A number of people saw Joey and Vanessa kissing. Read More on Dancing on Ice ON THIN ICE Dancing On Ice Nile Wilson in painful fall as he crashes down onto the ice face palm Patsy Palmer 'shaken' after Dancing on … [Read more...] about Joey Essex and Dancing On Ice partner Vanessa Bauer share very public kiss in front of co-stars

A young couple in Iran have been jailed for more than 10 years each after a video on social media showed them dancing at one of Tehran's main landmarks. Astiaj Haghighi and her fiancé Amir Mohammad Ahmadi were also banned from social activities on the internet and from leaving the country for two years. The Instagram users, both aged in their 20s, were arrested on 1 November after the video of them dancing at the Azadi Tower went viral. The news agency of Human Rights Activists (HRANA) said they were both jailed for 10 years and six months for "promotion of impurity and indecency, assembly and collusion against national security, and propaganda against the regime". In defiance of the country's strict rules, Ms Haghighi was not wearing a headscarf in the video while women are forbidden from dancing in public. HRANA said a source had revealed the couple had been denied a lawyer during the proceedings at a revolutionary court in Tehran . Ms Haghighi is also said to … [Read more...] about Iran: Couple jailed for 10 years over viral video showing them dancing at Tehran landmark

The Monterey Park gunman was banned from the dance studio where he massacred 11, it is claimed. Huu Can Tran , 72, was kicked out off Star Ballroom Studio and Lai Lai club around five years ago for being "too argumentative" and "pestering" women, according to members of the clubs. Tran fired 42 rounds in the Star Ballroom Studio on Saturday night in California, US, killing 11 and wounding 9 during the Lunar New Year massacre. Pinki Chen, who attends the Star Ballroom Studio, said the gunman was banned from the dance studios and hadn't been there for a number of years due to him "irritating" staff and students. The Star Ballroom Dance Studio where the deadly mass shooting took place ( Image: Getty Images) Chen told the Daily Mail : "When he would come to the dance halls, he would offer free lessons, but would tell the woman that in exchange she could only dance with him. "Many of the dancers and teachers complained that he was argumentative and ultimately … [Read more...] about Monterey Park gunman pestered women and BANNED from dance studio before massacre

Carol Kirkwood looked fab in her LBD (Image: INSTAGRAM/RADIO TIMES) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info BBC Breakfast favourite Carol Kirkwood , 60, looked sensational as she posed in a little black dress for her latest photoshoot. The star also looked thrilled to be reunited with her former BBC colleague Dan Walker , 45, who joined Carol on a large green sofa. Related articles Zoe Ball inundated with support as she issues health update Dan Walker shares dark Happy Valley finale theory as fans agree Carol stunned in the black frock, which featured short sleeves and a sparkly silver belt. She paired the garment with thin tights and some stylish black heels, accessorising with a silver … [Read more...] about Carol Kirkwood wows in little black dress as she reunites with ex BBC co-star Dan Walker

BBC viewers hit out at Harry & Meghan reporting by Witchell SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Samira Ahmed brought the complaints to light as part of News Watch on Saturday’s BBC Breakfast . Samira confirmed a number of viewers had put forward complaints about the ongoing coverage of Harry and Meghan on the BBC but it was an interview with Nicholas Witchell which particularly led to swathes of disgruntled viewers blasting the broadcaster. Related articles Strictly Come Dancing pro admits ‘leaving wasn’t my choice’ Naga Munchetty warns star to ‘keep an eye out’ after near-miss crash During News Watch, Samira told BBC viewers: “More episodes of the Netflix programme Harry and Meghan … [Read more...] about BBC slammed for lack of impartiality over Meghan and Harry as viewers plead for ‘balance’

Escape to the Country: Jules asks couple about final property SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Jules, 51, was on hand to help a married couple of 26 years, Jo and Tim, find a new home on the Isle of Wight during the classic episode of Escape to the Country . The pair lived in a six-bedroom property but were looking to make a permanent move to the location where they had opened a holiday home for the past 15 years. They explained to the BBC presenter they wanted a home which was big enough to act as a holiday let, as well as having roadside appeal, a cottage feel to the place and lots of grandeur. With a budget of £750,000 to play with, the property expert got to work but asked the guests to make the mystery … [Read more...] about Escape to the Country’s Jules Hudson demands guests to ‘make it work’

Britain’s Got Talent descended into chaos when judge Simon Cowell was reportedly set on fire by a brave contestant. The former X Factor boss was taken on stage by a mysterious, mute and masked magician where he was instructed to sit in a chair with a hood over his head as a London audience looked on. Members of the audience as well as fellow judges Amanda Holden , Alesha Dixon and new judge Bruno Tonion i looked on in horror as lighter fluid was then poured all over the hood. READ MORE: Amanda Holden declares she's 'brilliant in bed' as she makes cheeky confession According to the Mirror, Simon's head was locked in a box which was then opened at the front for the audience to see inside, and the magician dropped a flame into the box and his entire head went up in flames. One onlooker said: "The audience screamed, judges were out of their seats screaming, everyone was totally stunned. The flames were put out and Simon got up looking a bit shell-shocked while … [Read more...] about Britain’s Got Talent in chaos as Simon Cowell ‘set on fire’ by ITV contestant