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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

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

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’

SIMON Cowell was set alight by a masked performer at today's Britain's Got Talent auditions, according to reports. The music and TV mogul, who voluntarily took part in the act, had no idea his head was going to be engulfed in flames, nor did the audience who screamed in terror. One member told the Mirror : "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 the rest of the judges breathed a sigh of relief as he returned to the panel." The 63-year-old's head was covered with a black hood onstage and a magician place it inside a box before dousing him with lighter fluid. The performer then dropped a lit match into the box and the hood went up in flames. Simon casually played it down after the lucky escape. READ MORE ON BGT BRU-KNEW Amanda Holden breaks silence on 'feud' with new BGT judge Bruno mis-judged … [Read more...] about Simon Cowell ‘set on fire in terrifying Britain’s Got Talent audition leaving audience in shock’

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

Love Island star 'in tears' after name changed on ITV show (Image: ITV/GETTY) 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 Love Island has returned to ITV2 with the contestants attempting to find love in South Africa. Former star Andrea-Jane (AJ) Bunker has opened up about her time on the popular programme where she admitted her family failed to recognise her. Related articles Kate Garraway supported by celeb pals after confronting Matt Hancock Priscilla Presley goes to court to seek changes to daughter's will The show has a history of changing people's lives from millions of social media followers to bagging major brand deals. Andrea has revealed in a new interview that she underwent a surprising change just … [Read more...] about Love Island ‘changed my name’ minutes before show, star claims, leaving her in tears

The Chase star Mark Labbett talks money woes over paying tax (Image: GETTY) 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 Mark Labbett reacted to former Holby City actress Chizzy Akudolu who cheekily joked she would "cry for a bit" as she completed her Self Assessment tax return. The Chase star, 57, admitted he is usually in for a surprise despite putting money away to cover his tax costs. Related articles Kate Garraway fights tears as she confronts Matt Hancock Priscilla Presley goes to court to seek changes to daughter's will Taking to Twitter yesterday, Chizzy tweeted: "OK, time to pay the tax man, then sit in the corner and cry for a bit… [laughing emoji]." She added the hashtag: "#selfemployed." Mark, … [Read more...] about The Chase’s Mark Labbett on money woes stating ‘every year I think I’ve put plenty aside’