Michelle Keegan is throwing her hen party in Dubai. The former 'Coronation Street' star is set to tie the knot with fiance Mark Wright, 28, later this year and it's been reported Michelle will return to the city where he proposed to party as an unmarried woman for the last time. The 27-year-old actress - who played Tina McIntyre on 'Corrie' until her character was killed off last year - will travel to Dubai with Mark's sister Jess, mum Carol and her former co-star Brooke Vincent, who plays Sophie Webster in the ITV soap. Meanwhile, her former 'The Only Way Is...
- 2/13/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Michelle Keegan is throwing her hen party in Dubai. The former 'Coronation Street' star is set to tie the knot with fiance Mark Wright, 28, later this year and it's been reported Michelle will return to the city where he proposed to party as an unmarried woman for the last time. The 27-year-old actress - who played Tina McIntyre on 'Corrie' until her character was killed off last year - will travel to Dubai with Mark's sister Jess, mum Carol and her former co-star Brooke Vincent, who plays Sophie Webster in the ITV soap. Meanwhile, her former 'The Only Way Is...
- 2/11/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Digital Spy readers have decided that Caroline Flack gave the best performance during yesterday's (October 25) Strictly Come Dancing.
Flack and her professional partner Pasha Kovalev received 25.50% of votes for their Paso Doble, which scored 34 and landed them in second place last night.
This is the first time Digital Spy readers have voted Flack in first place.
EastEnders star Jake Wood got the second-highest number of votes with 16.58%. His Quickstep with Janette Manrara scored 31 from the judges and put him in fifth position on the leaderboard.
Pixie Lott, who ended up in first place in last night's show, earned 15.26% of DS votes for her 35-point Samba, putting her in third place in the reader poll.
Mark Wright's Samba landed him with 33 points, as well as 9.54% of reader votes in the poll. This places him third on the leaderboard and fourth in the poll.
Frankie Bridge claims fifth place in the...
Flack and her professional partner Pasha Kovalev received 25.50% of votes for their Paso Doble, which scored 34 and landed them in second place last night.
This is the first time Digital Spy readers have voted Flack in first place.
EastEnders star Jake Wood got the second-highest number of votes with 16.58%. His Quickstep with Janette Manrara scored 31 from the judges and put him in fifth position on the leaderboard.
Pixie Lott, who ended up in first place in last night's show, earned 15.26% of DS votes for her 35-point Samba, putting her in third place in the reader poll.
Mark Wright's Samba landed him with 33 points, as well as 9.54% of reader votes in the poll. This places him third on the leaderboard and fourth in the poll.
Frankie Bridge claims fifth place in the...
- 10/26/2014
- Digital Spy
Pixie Lott and Trent Whiddon came top of the leaderboard this Saturday (October 25) on Week Five of Strictly Come Dancing with their samba.
Len Goodman said he was ready to get his maracas out after the pair's fun and energetic performance to 'I Yi Yi Yi Yi (I Like You Very Much)' by Edmundo Ros.
All the judges gave positive feedback, awarding the duo a score of 8,9,9,9 – a total of 35.
Bruno Tonioli called the dance a "tutti-frutti, high-camp extravaganza".
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev came second, with a total of 34 points, and Mark Wright and Karen Hauer were third on the leaderboard with 33.
At the bottom of the leaderboard were Judy Murray and Anton du Beke, with a score of 18. The pair performed the Charleston to 'Varsity Drag' by Pasadena Roof Orchestra.
Len said: "You're having so much fun, it was a joy to watch."
While Bruno laughed and...
Len Goodman said he was ready to get his maracas out after the pair's fun and energetic performance to 'I Yi Yi Yi Yi (I Like You Very Much)' by Edmundo Ros.
All the judges gave positive feedback, awarding the duo a score of 8,9,9,9 – a total of 35.
Bruno Tonioli called the dance a "tutti-frutti, high-camp extravaganza".
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev came second, with a total of 34 points, and Mark Wright and Karen Hauer were third on the leaderboard with 33.
At the bottom of the leaderboard were Judy Murray and Anton du Beke, with a score of 18. The pair performed the Charleston to 'Varsity Drag' by Pasadena Roof Orchestra.
Len said: "You're having so much fun, it was a joy to watch."
While Bruno laughed and...
- 10/25/2014
- Digital Spy
This Saturday's (October 25) Strictly Come Dancing saw the celebrities once again hit the floor, with a chance for us to Finally see what the inside of Walford's tube station looks like when Jake Wood opened the show.
Digital Spy rounds up what Twitter had to say on the action:
One celebrity saw kettles a clicking:
Time to make tea. Scott's on #scd #SCD2014 #strictly
— Hannah Marsh (@hannahinchesham) October 25, 2014
Scott Nills "what a picture!" For radio #strictly
— Kev Goldsmith (@MisterGoldsmith) October 25, 2014
Is there a bit of a psychic link between the judges on the right?
Do Len and Bruno always know each other's scores :) #strictly
— Jonathan (@Jonathanwpurvis) October 25, 2014
More love for the Winkle this week:
Claudia's comments make Strictly for me. #WhoIsBillPayer?
— Stephen Dove (@stephen_dove) October 25, 2014
Hope Brucie watches @ClaudiaWinkle , realises he could never be that good and puts away any thoughts of Xmas Specials. #strictly
— thelazycreative (@thelazycreative) October...
Digital Spy rounds up what Twitter had to say on the action:
One celebrity saw kettles a clicking:
Time to make tea. Scott's on #scd #SCD2014 #strictly
— Hannah Marsh (@hannahinchesham) October 25, 2014
Scott Nills "what a picture!" For radio #strictly
— Kev Goldsmith (@MisterGoldsmith) October 25, 2014
Is there a bit of a psychic link between the judges on the right?
Do Len and Bruno always know each other's scores :) #strictly
— Jonathan (@Jonathanwpurvis) October 25, 2014
More love for the Winkle this week:
Claudia's comments make Strictly for me. #WhoIsBillPayer?
— Stephen Dove (@stephen_dove) October 25, 2014
Hope Brucie watches @ClaudiaWinkle , realises he could never be that good and puts away any thoughts of Xmas Specials. #strictly
— thelazycreative (@thelazycreative) October...
- 10/25/2014
- Digital Spy
Mark Wright's 'Strictly Come Dancing' partner is choreographing the first dance for his wedding. The former 'The Only Way Is Essex' star is preparing to tie the knot to fiancée Michelle Keegan next year and his dance partner Karen Hauer's fiancé and fellow Strictly star Kevin Clifton has revealed he and his future wife are helping Mark to surprise Michelle with a show stopping routine for their first dance as man and wife. Kevin - who is partnered with The Saturdays singer Frankie Bridge on the BBC One celebrity dance contest this year - explained: ''Mark and I always tend...
- 10/22/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
Tim Wonnacott has been eliminated from 'Strictly Come Dancing' tonight (19.10.14). The antiques expert, 64, has become the latest celebrity to be given the boot from the Ballroom and Latin competition after he and his professional partner Natalie Lowe lost the dance-off against Mark Wright. The 'Bargain Hunt' host and his stunning partner performed their Paso Doble to 'Simply the Best' by Tina Turner but failed to wow the judges with the aggressive routine as Len Goodman, Darcey Bussell, Bruno Tonioli and Craig Revel Horwood unanimously chose to save the reality TV star and his partner Karen Hauer. Speaking after the...
- 10/19/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
Tim Wonnacott became the third celebrity to leave Strictly Come Dancing tonight (October 19), after the judges sent him home.
But were the judges correct in sending the Bargain Hunt expert home, while keeping fellow bottom two dancer Mark Wright in the competition for another week?
Digital Spy readers also decided that the Strictly Come Dancing judges were right to send home Jennifer Gibney on last Sunday's (October 12) show.
The Irish actress became the second celebrity to leave the competition, and 52.46% of you believed that the judges made the right decision.
But were the judges correct in sending the Bargain Hunt expert home, while keeping fellow bottom two dancer Mark Wright in the competition for another week?
Digital Spy readers also decided that the Strictly Come Dancing judges were right to send home Jennifer Gibney on last Sunday's (October 12) show.
The Irish actress became the second celebrity to leave the competition, and 52.46% of you believed that the judges made the right decision.
- 10/19/2014
- Digital Spy
Tim Wonnacott and his professional partner Natalie Lowe are the third couple to leave Strictly Come Dancing.
The Bargain Hunt expert and Lowe found themselves in the dance-off alongside Mark Wright and Karen Hauer.
The bottom two acts were decided through a combination of viewer votes and judges' scores.
Wonnacott and Lowe performed their paso doble to Tina Turner's 'Simply the Best', while Wright and Hauer danced a quickstep to 'Tiger Feet' by Mud.
Wright's quickstep originally earned him a score of 29 during yesterday's (October 18) show, while Wonnacott's performance got him a 19.
Judges Craig Revel Horwood and Darcey Bussell both took the decision to save Wright and Hauer, with Bruno Tonioli sealing their fate.
"The white knight won the challenge," Tonioli stated.
Wonnacott said: "It's a great treat to be on a programme like Strictly. For an old geezer like me - who comes along in his 64th year and he's slightly portly,...
The Bargain Hunt expert and Lowe found themselves in the dance-off alongside Mark Wright and Karen Hauer.
The bottom two acts were decided through a combination of viewer votes and judges' scores.
Wonnacott and Lowe performed their paso doble to Tina Turner's 'Simply the Best', while Wright and Hauer danced a quickstep to 'Tiger Feet' by Mud.
Wright's quickstep originally earned him a score of 29 during yesterday's (October 18) show, while Wonnacott's performance got him a 19.
Judges Craig Revel Horwood and Darcey Bussell both took the decision to save Wright and Hauer, with Bruno Tonioli sealing their fate.
"The white knight won the challenge," Tonioli stated.
Wonnacott said: "It's a great treat to be on a programme like Strictly. For an old geezer like me - who comes along in his 64th year and he's slightly portly,...
- 10/19/2014
- Digital Spy
Digital Spy readers have decided that Jake Wood performed best during last night's episode of (October 18) Strictly Come Dancing.
The EastEnders actor and his professional partner Janette Manrara secured 31.42% of votes for their jive, which placed them in joint-first place on the scoreboard with 33 points.
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev were this week's second most-popular choice, securing 18.69% of the vote for their 33-point scoring Quickstep.
DS readers gave Frankie Bridges 11.51% of the vote, which places her third in the poll and second on the leaderboard for her Cha Cha to 'Call Me Maybe'.
Joining Bridges in second place on the leaderboard is Pixie Lott, whose Rhumba scored 32 points and secured her 7.88% of votes, placing her in fourth place in the poll.
Alison Hammond's Beyoncé-inspired Samba landed her 7.73% of reader votes, putting her in fifth place in the poll and sixth on the leaderboard.
Scott Mills may have only...
The EastEnders actor and his professional partner Janette Manrara secured 31.42% of votes for their jive, which placed them in joint-first place on the scoreboard with 33 points.
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev were this week's second most-popular choice, securing 18.69% of the vote for their 33-point scoring Quickstep.
DS readers gave Frankie Bridges 11.51% of the vote, which places her third in the poll and second on the leaderboard for her Cha Cha to 'Call Me Maybe'.
Joining Bridges in second place on the leaderboard is Pixie Lott, whose Rhumba scored 32 points and secured her 7.88% of votes, placing her in fourth place in the poll.
Alison Hammond's Beyoncé-inspired Samba landed her 7.73% of reader votes, putting her in fifth place in the poll and sixth on the leaderboard.
Scott Mills may have only...
- 10/19/2014
- Digital Spy
Which X Factor contestant is Kate Moss "obsessed" with? Who does Miranda Hart think is an awkward dancer? And just why does Noel Gallagher keep such a close eye on his crisp stockpile?
The answers to all the above and more were revealed tonight (October 17) in Channel 4's Celebrity Gogglebox special in aid of Stand Up to Cancer.
In addition to appearances by some of the show's regulars, the cast of Miranda, Moss and Gallagher were joined sofa-side by Naomi Campbell as they gave their verdict on the week's X Factor performances, Strictly Come Dancing and watched emotional footage of young people fighting cancer.
The former Oasis guitarist could be seen nodding along in approval to Andrea Faustini's performance of 'Earth Song', while Campbell smirked as Moss referred to former The Face contestant Chloe Jasmine as "more Essex than Downton Abbey".
"There's some juddery movements," observed Hart, as the...
The answers to all the above and more were revealed tonight (October 17) in Channel 4's Celebrity Gogglebox special in aid of Stand Up to Cancer.
In addition to appearances by some of the show's regulars, the cast of Miranda, Moss and Gallagher were joined sofa-side by Naomi Campbell as they gave their verdict on the week's X Factor performances, Strictly Come Dancing and watched emotional footage of young people fighting cancer.
The former Oasis guitarist could be seen nodding along in approval to Andrea Faustini's performance of 'Earth Song', while Campbell smirked as Moss referred to former The Face contestant Chloe Jasmine as "more Essex than Downton Abbey".
"There's some juddery movements," observed Hart, as the...
- 10/17/2014
- Digital Spy
We could not be more excited about tonight's Celebrity Gogglebox - all in aid of Stand Up to Cancer - and this sneak peek of Noel Gallagher watching Strictly Come Dancing does not disappoint.
Some new faces joining the regulars tonight... #Gogglebox: Celebrity Special, for #StandUpToCancer, from 7pm.
https://t.co/oVjFMPp5oj
— Channel 4 (@Channel4) October 17, 2014
Noel - who's sharing a sofa with Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell - seems to warm to Mark Wright's Superman-themed routine... because he's done a similar one himself.
Except Noel wasn't doing it in a studio in Borehamwood - he was at Mick Jagger's house in Mustique.
But Kate is there to bring him back to Earth, pointing out: "Not the paso doble though."
We're also quite pleased to see that Noel is excellent at choosing snacks, as he has an open packet of pickled onion Monster Munch on the table.
Some new faces joining the regulars tonight... #Gogglebox: Celebrity Special, for #StandUpToCancer, from 7pm.
https://t.co/oVjFMPp5oj
— Channel 4 (@Channel4) October 17, 2014
Noel - who's sharing a sofa with Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell - seems to warm to Mark Wright's Superman-themed routine... because he's done a similar one himself.
Except Noel wasn't doing it in a studio in Borehamwood - he was at Mick Jagger's house in Mustique.
But Kate is there to bring him back to Earth, pointing out: "Not the paso doble though."
We're also quite pleased to see that Noel is excellent at choosing snacks, as he has an open packet of pickled onion Monster Munch on the table.
- 10/17/2014
- Digital Spy
Tim Wonnacott has been eliminated from 'Strictly Come Dancing' tonight (19.10.14). The antiques expert, 64, has become the latest celebrity to be given the boot from the Ballroom and Latin competition after he and his professional partner Natalie Lowe lost the dance-off against Mark Wright. The 'Bargain Hunt' host and his stunning partner performed their Paso Doble to 'Simply the Best' by Tina Turner but failed to wow the judges with the aggressive routine as Len Goodman, Darcey Bussell, Bruno Tonioli and Craig Revel Horwood unanimously chose to save the reality TV star and his partner Karen Hauer. Speaking after the...
- 10/16/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
Movie Week is over - and so is Jennifer Gibney's time in the competition - but the show must go on with Strictly Come Dancing.
There's no rest for the celebs, who are straight into training for their next tricky routines. But what are they dancing, and which songs are they getting? Read on for all the details...
Alison Hammond & Aljaz Skorjanec
Dance: Samba
Song: 'Bootylicious' - Destiny's Child
Caroline Flack & Pasha Kovalev
Dance: Quickstep
Song: 'We Go Together' from Grease
Frankie Bridge & Kevin Clifton
Dance: Cha Cha
Song: 'Call Me Maybe' - Carly Rae Jepsen
Jake Wood & Janette Manrara
Dance: Jive
Song: 'All Shook Up' - Elvis Presley
Judy Murray & Anton du Beke
Dance: Tango
Song: 'Jealousy' - Billy Fury
Mark Wright & Karen Hauer
Dance: Quickstep
Song: 'Tiger Feet' - Mud
Pixie Lott & Trent Whiddon
Dance: Rumba
Song: 'Stay With Me' - Sam Smith
Scott Mills...
There's no rest for the celebs, who are straight into training for their next tricky routines. But what are they dancing, and which songs are they getting? Read on for all the details...
Alison Hammond & Aljaz Skorjanec
Dance: Samba
Song: 'Bootylicious' - Destiny's Child
Caroline Flack & Pasha Kovalev
Dance: Quickstep
Song: 'We Go Together' from Grease
Frankie Bridge & Kevin Clifton
Dance: Cha Cha
Song: 'Call Me Maybe' - Carly Rae Jepsen
Jake Wood & Janette Manrara
Dance: Jive
Song: 'All Shook Up' - Elvis Presley
Judy Murray & Anton du Beke
Dance: Tango
Song: 'Jealousy' - Billy Fury
Mark Wright & Karen Hauer
Dance: Quickstep
Song: 'Tiger Feet' - Mud
Pixie Lott & Trent Whiddon
Dance: Rumba
Song: 'Stay With Me' - Sam Smith
Scott Mills...
- 10/15/2014
- Digital Spy
A staggering 1.6 million people have applied for tickets to see Strictly Come Dancing live at Elstree Studios this year - which means that Digital Spy was ridiculously excited to be asked along to watch Movie Week unfold right before our eyes on Saturday (October 11).
And while we all saw Frankie Bridge's incredible paso, Donny Osmond's phobia of scores under 5 and Jennifer Gibney hanging up her dancing shoes, here's some things you didn't see on BBC One...
1. Wardrobe issues
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman looked absolutely spiffing in their garb on both shows. However, comfortable they were not. Before Strictly went live on Saturday, they both walked out to say hello and wish everyone luck. Well, we say walked. Clauds hobbled erratically all over the dancefloor, tugging at her behind at least 10 times and declaring to the whole of the studio that her (several pairs of) Spanx were chaffing up a storm.
And while we all saw Frankie Bridge's incredible paso, Donny Osmond's phobia of scores under 5 and Jennifer Gibney hanging up her dancing shoes, here's some things you didn't see on BBC One...
1. Wardrobe issues
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman looked absolutely spiffing in their garb on both shows. However, comfortable they were not. Before Strictly went live on Saturday, they both walked out to say hello and wish everyone luck. Well, we say walked. Clauds hobbled erratically all over the dancefloor, tugging at her behind at least 10 times and declaring to the whole of the studio that her (several pairs of) Spanx were chaffing up a storm.
- 10/13/2014
- Digital Spy
Former Strictly Come Dancing pro James Jordan has reignited his feud with the BBC and taken a swipe at Mark Wright for his fun Superman-inspired routine in the show's Movies Week.
Jordan has repeatedly attacked the talent show since he was dropped from the pro lineup earlier this year. While live tweeting during the show tonight, Wright's routine with Karen Hauer enraged Jordan, who described the performance as "a joke".
"And that's why I'm happy I'm not back," he wrote. "Nice guy, but pathetic idea. Makes a mockery of ballroom and Latin.
"Even when he was doing the Paso. It was really bad! No power, no control, messy out of time knee walks terrible. A joke for me!"
Jordan appeared to blame the producers for the routine, adding: "Mark can dance... They made his dance comedy tonight He is too good for comedy!"
Mark
And that's why I'm happy I'm not back.
Jordan has repeatedly attacked the talent show since he was dropped from the pro lineup earlier this year. While live tweeting during the show tonight, Wright's routine with Karen Hauer enraged Jordan, who described the performance as "a joke".
"And that's why I'm happy I'm not back," he wrote. "Nice guy, but pathetic idea. Makes a mockery of ballroom and Latin.
"Even when he was doing the Paso. It was really bad! No power, no control, messy out of time knee walks terrible. A joke for me!"
Jordan appeared to blame the producers for the routine, adding: "Mark can dance... They made his dance comedy tonight He is too good for comedy!"
Mark
And that's why I'm happy I'm not back.
- 10/11/2014
- Digital Spy
Strictly Come Dancing might have said goodbye to Gregg Wallace, but there are still 14 celebrities hoping to show their stuff in Movie Week on Saturday (October 11).
Will Jake continue his impressive streak, or will he begin to falter? Can Jennifer bounce back from being in the dance off last week? It remains to be seen, but why not try to guess from the Movie Week songs and dances - we have all the details below...
Alison Hammond & Aljaz Skorjanec
Dance: Jive
Song: 'Footloose' from, erm, Footloose
Caroline Flack & Pasha Kovalev
Dance: Rumba
Song: 'I Don't Want To Miss A Thing' from Armageddon
Frankie Bridge & Kevin Clifton
Dance: Paso Doble
Song: 'America' from West Side Story
Jake Wood & Janette Manrara
Dance: Waltz
Song: 'The Godfather Waltz' from, you guessed it, The Godfather
Jennifer Gibney & Tristan MacManus
Dance: Foxtrot
Song: 'Mamma Mia' from, yep, Mamma Mia
Judy Murray and Anton du Beke...
Will Jake continue his impressive streak, or will he begin to falter? Can Jennifer bounce back from being in the dance off last week? It remains to be seen, but why not try to guess from the Movie Week songs and dances - we have all the details below...
Alison Hammond & Aljaz Skorjanec
Dance: Jive
Song: 'Footloose' from, erm, Footloose
Caroline Flack & Pasha Kovalev
Dance: Rumba
Song: 'I Don't Want To Miss A Thing' from Armageddon
Frankie Bridge & Kevin Clifton
Dance: Paso Doble
Song: 'America' from West Side Story
Jake Wood & Janette Manrara
Dance: Waltz
Song: 'The Godfather Waltz' from, you guessed it, The Godfather
Jennifer Gibney & Tristan MacManus
Dance: Foxtrot
Song: 'Mamma Mia' from, yep, Mamma Mia
Judy Murray and Anton du Beke...
- 10/8/2014
- Digital Spy
After last week's Friday and Saturday night double-header, the BBC have decided this week to squeeze all 15 celebrities into a single bumper marathon show. Over two hours and 20 minutes to be precise.
There's more dancing tonight than when the Grease megamix comes on at a wedding disco.
Strictly Come Dancing: The full song and dance list for week two
Strictly week one: As it happened
Frankie and Kevin are currently sitting pretty at the top of the leaderboard, while Scott Mills is rooted to the bottom after a stinking time in week one. But that could all change tonight and we'll be bringing your our verdict on all the dazzling celebs as they perform.
Join us from 6.20pm when we'll be bringing you live updates on all the action.
20:33Thanks for joining us tonight. We'll be back next Saturday for more sparkles, dancing and silliness. See you in seven days time.
There's more dancing tonight than when the Grease megamix comes on at a wedding disco.
Strictly Come Dancing: The full song and dance list for week two
Strictly week one: As it happened
Frankie and Kevin are currently sitting pretty at the top of the leaderboard, while Scott Mills is rooted to the bottom after a stinking time in week one. But that could all change tonight and we'll be bringing your our verdict on all the dazzling celebs as they perform.
Join us from 6.20pm when we'll be bringing you live updates on all the action.
20:33Thanks for joining us tonight. We'll be back next Saturday for more sparkles, dancing and silliness. See you in seven days time.
- 10/4/2014
- Digital Spy
Mark Wright has revealed that he is enjoying "getting camper" on Strictly Come Dancing.
The reality star told Alan Carr that although he was initially resistant to the idea of sequins, he has quickly learnt to embrace the outfits he wears on the show.
"At first when I met the wardrobe people, I was like, 'I don't want too many sequins. I want to keep it as masculine as I can'," he explained.
"It's been one week, they gave me a vest with sparkles on the back, and I was like, 'Nah, nah, put some more on the front'. I'm getting camper as the weeks go on."
Wright will be joined by his Strictly co-stars Pixie Lott, Caroline Flack, Gregg Wallace, Scott Mills and Frankie Bridge on tonight's (October 3) Chatty Man.
Samuel L Jackson, John Bishop and Ella Henderson will also appear on the chat show, which airs at 10pm on Channel 4.
The reality star told Alan Carr that although he was initially resistant to the idea of sequins, he has quickly learnt to embrace the outfits he wears on the show.
"At first when I met the wardrobe people, I was like, 'I don't want too many sequins. I want to keep it as masculine as I can'," he explained.
"It's been one week, they gave me a vest with sparkles on the back, and I was like, 'Nah, nah, put some more on the front'. I'm getting camper as the weeks go on."
Wright will be joined by his Strictly co-stars Pixie Lott, Caroline Flack, Gregg Wallace, Scott Mills and Frankie Bridge on tonight's (October 3) Chatty Man.
Samuel L Jackson, John Bishop and Ella Henderson will also appear on the chat show, which airs at 10pm on Channel 4.
- 10/3/2014
- Digital Spy
Strictly Come Dancing stars Pixie Lott and Frankie Bridge have dismissed complaints that they have an unfair advantage over fellow celebrities.
The popstars faced criticism due to some believing that their careers would benefit them in the BBC One dance competition.
However, speaking on tonight's Alan Carr Chatty Man, both Lott and Bridge defended themselves against the suggestion when asked by the host.
"Some people - miserable people - say, 'It's not fair, because Pixie and Frankie have been in a girl group - they can dance'. Do you think there's a bit of that?" Carr asked them.
"A lot of people have been saying that, but they say that every year don't they?" Lott responded.
The Saturdays star Bridge added: "They do say that every year, and I don't know if you've seen any of our music videos, but we've not done a Waltz or a Cha-cha-cha. I think...
The popstars faced criticism due to some believing that their careers would benefit them in the BBC One dance competition.
However, speaking on tonight's Alan Carr Chatty Man, both Lott and Bridge defended themselves against the suggestion when asked by the host.
"Some people - miserable people - say, 'It's not fair, because Pixie and Frankie have been in a girl group - they can dance'. Do you think there's a bit of that?" Carr asked them.
"A lot of people have been saying that, but they say that every year don't they?" Lott responded.
The Saturdays star Bridge added: "They do say that every year, and I don't know if you've seen any of our music videos, but we've not done a Waltz or a Cha-cha-cha. I think...
- 10/3/2014
- Digital Spy
Caroline Flack has said that she didn't sign up for Strictly Come Dancing "on purpose" after previously hosting The Xtra Factor.
The TV presenter co-hosted the ITV2 sister show for Strictly's ITV rival The X Factor from 2011 to 2013, before leaving the position this year.
Currently a contestant on BBC One's Strictly, Flack told Alan Carr that her appearance on the show was purely down to timing.
"Everyone says 'oh you've done it on purpose - you've gone over to the rival'," she said.
"I didn't really see it like that, the job I was doing was no longer mine, and then Strictly came at around about the same time so, yay - good timing!"
Flack will be joined by her Strictly co-stars Pixie Lott, Mark Wright, Gregg Wallace, Scott Mills and Frankie Bridge on tonight's (October 3) Chatty Man.
Speaking about the so-called 'curse of Strictly' involving couples...
The TV presenter co-hosted the ITV2 sister show for Strictly's ITV rival The X Factor from 2011 to 2013, before leaving the position this year.
Currently a contestant on BBC One's Strictly, Flack told Alan Carr that her appearance on the show was purely down to timing.
"Everyone says 'oh you've done it on purpose - you've gone over to the rival'," she said.
"I didn't really see it like that, the job I was doing was no longer mine, and then Strictly came at around about the same time so, yay - good timing!"
Flack will be joined by her Strictly co-stars Pixie Lott, Mark Wright, Gregg Wallace, Scott Mills and Frankie Bridge on tonight's (October 3) Chatty Man.
Speaking about the so-called 'curse of Strictly' involving couples...
- 10/3/2014
- Digital Spy
We're well into the swing of things on Strictly Come Dancing now! Everyone's got the tricky first dance out of the way, but the stakes are very much being raised this weekend, as viewers can now vote to save their favourites.
As it stands, Frankie and Jake are sitting pretty at the top of the leaderboard - but needing to gain a few points are Tim, Judy, Jennifer, Gregg and poor Scott Mills, who has the lowest score of 16. Of course, everything could change this week - but it hinges on the dances and songs. So let's see what we're getting...
Alison Hammond & Aljaz Skorjanec
Current score: 26
Dance: Foxtrot
Song: 'I Just Wanna Make Love To You' - Etta James
Caroline Flack & Pasha Kovalev
Current score: 27
Dance: Tango
Song: 'Blame' - Calvin Harris and John Newman
Frankie Bridge & Kevin Clifton
Current score: 30
Dance: Charleston
Song: Happy Days theme
Gregg Wallace...
As it stands, Frankie and Jake are sitting pretty at the top of the leaderboard - but needing to gain a few points are Tim, Judy, Jennifer, Gregg and poor Scott Mills, who has the lowest score of 16. Of course, everything could change this week - but it hinges on the dances and songs. So let's see what we're getting...
Alison Hammond & Aljaz Skorjanec
Current score: 26
Dance: Foxtrot
Song: 'I Just Wanna Make Love To You' - Etta James
Caroline Flack & Pasha Kovalev
Current score: 27
Dance: Tango
Song: 'Blame' - Calvin Harris and John Newman
Frankie Bridge & Kevin Clifton
Current score: 30
Dance: Charleston
Song: Happy Days theme
Gregg Wallace...
- 10/2/2014
- Digital Spy
Friday night's Strictly opener got off to a dazzling start with the great (Pixie Lott, Jake Wood and Caroline Flack) and the not-so-great (Scott Mills) providing us with excitement, drama and a few laughs.
This evening, the remaining nine celebrities hit the dance floor for the first time with their pro partners. Frankie Bridge, Thom Evans, Simon Webbe and Gregg 'Buttery Biscuit Base' Wallace are among those hoping to impress us with their cha chas, jives and waltzes.
20:27So that's all folks. Time for a breather and a chance to look back at all my dreadful spelling and grammar during the evening. Apologies for that! It's been lovely working on Strictly again. Please let us know who you think was the best in the comments below.
20:26Looking back at all the dances now, Mark Wright's performance is looking more impressive than most. Especially considering his personality is...
This evening, the remaining nine celebrities hit the dance floor for the first time with their pro partners. Frankie Bridge, Thom Evans, Simon Webbe and Gregg 'Buttery Biscuit Base' Wallace are among those hoping to impress us with their cha chas, jives and waltzes.
20:27So that's all folks. Time for a breather and a chance to look back at all my dreadful spelling and grammar during the evening. Apologies for that! It's been lovely working on Strictly again. Please let us know who you think was the best in the comments below.
20:26Looking back at all the dances now, Mark Wright's performance is looking more impressive than most. Especially considering his personality is...
- 9/27/2014
- Digital Spy
Friday night's Strictly opener got off to a dazzling start with the great (Pixie Lott, Jake Wood and Caroline Flack) and the not-so-great (Scott Mills) providing us with excitement, drama and a few laughs.
This evening, the remaining nine celebrities hit the dance floor for the first time with their pro partners. Frankie Bridge, Thom Evans, Simon Webbe and Gregg 'Buttery Biscuit Base' Wallace are among those hoping to impress us with their cha chas, jives and waltzes.
19:27Right, next up. It's Steve Backshall (nope, we're still not sure either) and Ola. Nobody mention James Jordan. The man who must not be mentioned.
19:26"You're my type of woman, big, bold and bouncy." Steady on Len Goodman you filth bag. "You're good in the morning, but you're fantastic at night," he adds. Bloody hell, what is this sauciness. I think that's vomit in the back of my mouth.
19:...
This evening, the remaining nine celebrities hit the dance floor for the first time with their pro partners. Frankie Bridge, Thom Evans, Simon Webbe and Gregg 'Buttery Biscuit Base' Wallace are among those hoping to impress us with their cha chas, jives and waltzes.
19:27Right, next up. It's Steve Backshall (nope, we're still not sure either) and Ola. Nobody mention James Jordan. The man who must not be mentioned.
19:26"You're my type of woman, big, bold and bouncy." Steady on Len Goodman you filth bag. "You're good in the morning, but you're fantastic at night," he adds. Bloody hell, what is this sauciness. I think that's vomit in the back of my mouth.
19:...
- 9/27/2014
- Digital Spy
Strictly Come Dancing: BBC One, 7pm
After last night's (September 26) live edition, tonight sees the second batch of celebs make their dance floor debuts, including Frankie Bridge and Mark Wright.
With no eliminations this weekend, the judges scores will be carried over onto next week when the first of our celebrity contestants will sashay away.
The X Factor: ITV, 8pm
The controversial Six Chair Challenge continues tonight in the second boot-camp episode of the weekend.
Tensions are running high and there are a few tears as contestants battle it out for a place at the judges' houses.
Doctor Who: BBC One, 8.30pm
Tonight we return to Coal Hill School, the place where Doctor Who began some 50 years ago.
When events are set in motion that threaten the school, Clara (Jenna Coleman) is reluctant to welcome the appearance of their new eccentric, Scottish caretaker, especially if it means...
After last night's (September 26) live edition, tonight sees the second batch of celebs make their dance floor debuts, including Frankie Bridge and Mark Wright.
With no eliminations this weekend, the judges scores will be carried over onto next week when the first of our celebrity contestants will sashay away.
The X Factor: ITV, 8pm
The controversial Six Chair Challenge continues tonight in the second boot-camp episode of the weekend.
Tensions are running high and there are a few tears as contestants battle it out for a place at the judges' houses.
Doctor Who: BBC One, 8.30pm
Tonight we return to Coal Hill School, the place where Doctor Who began some 50 years ago.
When events are set in motion that threaten the school, Clara (Jenna Coleman) is reluctant to welcome the appearance of their new eccentric, Scottish caretaker, especially if it means...
- 9/27/2014
- Digital Spy
Strictly Come Dancing has unveiled the first song and dance list of the series.
The celebrities will take to the floor for the first live show this weekend, and we now know what songs they'll be performing to - and, more importantly, which dances they'll be attempting.
Read on for the full list of songs and dances you can expect on Friday and Saturday:
Alison Hammond and Aljaz Skorjanec - Cha Cha to 'I'm Every Woman' (Chaka Khan)
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev - Cha Cha to 'Can You Feel It?' (The Jacksons)
Frankie Bridge and Kevin Clifton - Waltz to 'Someone Like You' (Adele)
Gregg Wallace and Aliona Vilani - Cha Cha to 'Hot N Cold' (Katy Perry)
Jake Wood and Janette Manrara - Tango to 'Toxic' (Britney Spears)
Jennifer Gibney and Tristan MacManus - Jive to 'Happy' (Pharrell Williams)
Judy Murray and Anton du Beke...
The celebrities will take to the floor for the first live show this weekend, and we now know what songs they'll be performing to - and, more importantly, which dances they'll be attempting.
Read on for the full list of songs and dances you can expect on Friday and Saturday:
Alison Hammond and Aljaz Skorjanec - Cha Cha to 'I'm Every Woman' (Chaka Khan)
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev - Cha Cha to 'Can You Feel It?' (The Jacksons)
Frankie Bridge and Kevin Clifton - Waltz to 'Someone Like You' (Adele)
Gregg Wallace and Aliona Vilani - Cha Cha to 'Hot N Cold' (Katy Perry)
Jake Wood and Janette Manrara - Tango to 'Toxic' (Britney Spears)
Jennifer Gibney and Tristan MacManus - Jive to 'Happy' (Pharrell Williams)
Judy Murray and Anton du Beke...
- 9/24/2014
- Digital Spy
Clips of Mark Wright and Caroline Flack during their first week of Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals has been released.
The pair are among the 15 famous faces competing in the BBC One competition this year.
More than 8 million viewers watched the launch show earlier this month, which saw Wright paired with professional dancer Karen Hauer, while Flack was paired with Pasha Kovalev.
"This is so much harder than I thought it would be," the presenter said, before admitting that he is struggling when the "basic" steps are put together for a routine.
Meanwhile, former Xtra Factor host Flack revealed that she was struggling with some of the hip movements, praising Kovalev for being a "patient teacher".
Describing the rehearsals as "eye-opening", she added: "Genuinely, it is a lot harder than I thought it was going to be."
A clip of Radio 1 DJ Scott Mills and partner Joanne Clifton during their early rehearsals was revealed yesterday.
The pair are among the 15 famous faces competing in the BBC One competition this year.
More than 8 million viewers watched the launch show earlier this month, which saw Wright paired with professional dancer Karen Hauer, while Flack was paired with Pasha Kovalev.
"This is so much harder than I thought it would be," the presenter said, before admitting that he is struggling when the "basic" steps are put together for a routine.
Meanwhile, former Xtra Factor host Flack revealed that she was struggling with some of the hip movements, praising Kovalev for being a "patient teacher".
Describing the rehearsals as "eye-opening", she added: "Genuinely, it is a lot harder than I thought it was going to be."
A clip of Radio 1 DJ Scott Mills and partner Joanne Clifton during their early rehearsals was revealed yesterday.
- 9/13/2014
- Digital Spy
The Strictly Come Dancing 2014 pairings have been revealed.
During tonight's (September 7) launch show, the 15 famous faces who will be taking to the dancefloor, discovered which professional dancer would be guiding them throughout the series.
The launch show featured a special performance from Strictly Come Dancing 2013 champion Abbey Clancy and her partner Aljaz Skorjanec, as well as musical performances from 5 Seconds of Summer, Imelda May and Smokey Robinson.
Sir Bruce Forsyth also made a special return, in which he officially handed over the presenting baton to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Digital Spy presents the Strictly Come Dancing 2014 pairs below:
Alison Hammond and Aljaz Skorjanec
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev
Frankie Bridge and Kevin Clifton
Gregg Wallace and Aliona Vilani
Jake Wood and Janette Manrara
Jennifer Gibney and Tristan MacManus
Judy Murray and Anton Du Beke
Mark Wright and Karen Hauer
Pixie Lott and Trent Whiddon
Scott Mills and Joanne Clifton...
During tonight's (September 7) launch show, the 15 famous faces who will be taking to the dancefloor, discovered which professional dancer would be guiding them throughout the series.
The launch show featured a special performance from Strictly Come Dancing 2013 champion Abbey Clancy and her partner Aljaz Skorjanec, as well as musical performances from 5 Seconds of Summer, Imelda May and Smokey Robinson.
Sir Bruce Forsyth also made a special return, in which he officially handed over the presenting baton to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Digital Spy presents the Strictly Come Dancing 2014 pairs below:
Alison Hammond and Aljaz Skorjanec
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev
Frankie Bridge and Kevin Clifton
Gregg Wallace and Aliona Vilani
Jake Wood and Janette Manrara
Jennifer Gibney and Tristan MacManus
Judy Murray and Anton Du Beke
Mark Wright and Karen Hauer
Pixie Lott and Trent Whiddon
Scott Mills and Joanne Clifton...
- 9/7/2014
- Digital Spy
This year's Strictly Come Dancing has kicked off and the all-important pairings of celebrities and professional dancers have been announced.
The celebrities expressed delight at being matched with their dancing partners, with Simon Webbe dubbing himself and Kristina Rihanoff "the happy couple".
Pixie Lott said of being paired with Trent Whiddon: "I'm excited, I can't wait! We are going to have fun", while Judy Murray said she was "absolutely delighted" to be dancing with Anton Du Beke.
Scott Mills said of his partner Joanne Clifton: "I secretly always wanted Joanne! We are very happy. We genuinely get on – I'm really looking forward to it!"
Mark Wright said that he was "buzzing" to be working with Karen Hauer, saying: "Every single morning we go in, Karen is always smiling – she's so kind and I need someone who isn't going to be too harsh, someone friendly and patient!"
Steve Backshall joked that...
The celebrities expressed delight at being matched with their dancing partners, with Simon Webbe dubbing himself and Kristina Rihanoff "the happy couple".
Pixie Lott said of being paired with Trent Whiddon: "I'm excited, I can't wait! We are going to have fun", while Judy Murray said she was "absolutely delighted" to be dancing with Anton Du Beke.
Scott Mills said of his partner Joanne Clifton: "I secretly always wanted Joanne! We are very happy. We genuinely get on – I'm really looking forward to it!"
Mark Wright said that he was "buzzing" to be working with Karen Hauer, saying: "Every single morning we go in, Karen is always smiling – she's so kind and I need someone who isn't going to be too harsh, someone friendly and patient!"
Steve Backshall joked that...
- 9/7/2014
- Digital Spy
Strictly Come Dancing returns this weekend with a new presenter (Hello Claudia!) and 15 new celebrities ready to strap on the sequins, pink Lycra and dazzle us with their best cha chas and paso dobles.
We attended the show's launch event earlier this week to meet the stars and here are 19 juicy secrets about the lineup.
1. Mark Wright has a secret weapon up his sleeve
Mark Wright: "The only thing I can do at the moment is a mad caterpillar. I can't do one of them out there, can I?"
Caroline Flack: "That could win it for you!"
2. Just don't mention the romantic 'Strictly Curse' to Mark and Michelle Keegan
"No, I don't want to talk about that. I don't want to go there. Not. At. All."
3. Mark Wright is secretly loving the costumes
"That was one of the things I was dreading. I told them, 'Keep it as little glitter as possible please'.
We attended the show's launch event earlier this week to meet the stars and here are 19 juicy secrets about the lineup.
1. Mark Wright has a secret weapon up his sleeve
Mark Wright: "The only thing I can do at the moment is a mad caterpillar. I can't do one of them out there, can I?"
Caroline Flack: "That could win it for you!"
2. Just don't mention the romantic 'Strictly Curse' to Mark and Michelle Keegan
"No, I don't want to talk about that. I don't want to go there. Not. At. All."
3. Mark Wright is secretly loving the costumes
"That was one of the things I was dreading. I told them, 'Keep it as little glitter as possible please'.
- 9/5/2014
- Digital Spy
Strictly Come Dancing kicked off in London tonight (September 2) at a red carpet event, with the celebrities officially being unveiled in the flesh - and sequins - for the first time.
Mark Wright has revealed that he isn't optimistic about his chances on the show, while Caroline Flack has admitted that she has always wanted to join.
Jennifer Gibney's aim is "to have a lot of fun and hopefully to learn to dance". Frankie Bridge has said she wants to stay on the show as long as she can.
Tim Wonnacott spoke about his reasons for appearing on Strictly, revealing that he joined the show so he could learn to dance with his wife.
Meanwhile, Alison Hammond said that although she understands learning to dance will be "tough" on her body, she hopes it will improve her fitness.
Simon Webbe described himself as "a pretty good mover", while Scott Mills...
Mark Wright has revealed that he isn't optimistic about his chances on the show, while Caroline Flack has admitted that she has always wanted to join.
Jennifer Gibney's aim is "to have a lot of fun and hopefully to learn to dance". Frankie Bridge has said she wants to stay on the show as long as she can.
Tim Wonnacott spoke about his reasons for appearing on Strictly, revealing that he joined the show so he could learn to dance with his wife.
Meanwhile, Alison Hammond said that although she understands learning to dance will be "tough" on her body, she hopes it will improve her fitness.
Simon Webbe described himself as "a pretty good mover", while Scott Mills...
- 9/2/2014
- Digital Spy
Mark Wright had a ''vicious'' row with best friend James 'Arg' Argent and his cousin Elliott Wright at a family wedding. The former 'The Only Way is Essex' star reportedly clashed with the the pair at his cousin Leah Wright's wedding in Alicante, Spain, earlier this month after the hunk and mum Carol demanded that his sister Jessica Wright had a go at singing on stage instead of Arg. An insider said: ''Other people at the wedding were shocked at how vicious things got and couldn't believe what they were seeing.'' But fans of the ITV2 reality show hoping to see...
- 7/30/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
We are now at the Raw following TLC 2013, a show that ended with Randy Orton defeating John Cena to become the new, unified and undisputed WWE World Heavyweight Champion.
The WWE roster are on the stage as the show opens, and Triple H and Stephanie McMahon stand in the ring together before announcing their new champion, Randy Orton. Orton comes out to loud boo’s from the fans. He walks past the roster and the camera focuses on Daniel Bryan and John Cena, who stare at Orton sternly. Triple H and Stephanie grin at Randy as he enters the ring, obviously forgetting last week when they beat the snot out of each other again. Orton talks about how no-one had faith in him but he proved everyone wrong. We’ve heard this promo, from numerous guys, before, so it isn’t really that interesting. In fact, it’s white noise at this point.
The WWE roster are on the stage as the show opens, and Triple H and Stephanie McMahon stand in the ring together before announcing their new champion, Randy Orton. Orton comes out to loud boo’s from the fans. He walks past the roster and the camera focuses on Daniel Bryan and John Cena, who stare at Orton sternly. Triple H and Stephanie grin at Randy as he enters the ring, obviously forgetting last week when they beat the snot out of each other again. Orton talks about how no-one had faith in him but he proved everyone wrong. We’ve heard this promo, from numerous guys, before, so it isn’t really that interesting. In fact, it’s white noise at this point.
- 12/17/2013
- by Chris Cummings
- Nerdly
A pawn shop on reality show 'Pawn Stars UK' once turned down a gold-plated vibrator because they didn't know how to sell it. 'Big' Mark Manning, who owns Regal Pawn in Chester, north west England, admits he and colleagues Mark 'Little Mark' Holland, his son Marco and Simon 'Ebenezer' Penworth have rejected several unusual items, including the saucy sex toy and some old teeth from a Nazi concentration camp. Big Mark said: ''We had a gold-plated vibrator once. We didn't quite know how to sell that so we declined. ''We've had teeth brought in from the concentration camp, we get...
- 8/22/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
The Only Way Is Essex star Mario Falcone has revealed that he will be there for ex-girlfriend Lucy Mecklenburgh if The Wanted's Max George cheats on her.
Falcone - who cheated on his 21-year-old co-star - added that there may be a future for their relationship after spending time apart.
Mecklenburgh has since started dating The Wanted singer, who is rumoured to have cheated on his ex Michelle Keegan.
Asked about his current relationship with Mecklenburgh, he told new! magazine: "We're friends. We last spoke at the Towie wrap party.
"We had about half an hour of talking, which had everyone buzzing off their tits! Carol [Wright] and Big Mark came over and told us we should get back together, which made the talk even more awkward."
He added: "Everyone wants to see us back together, but I think we both know that we need to do our separate thing and then you just never know…...
Falcone - who cheated on his 21-year-old co-star - added that there may be a future for their relationship after spending time apart.
Mecklenburgh has since started dating The Wanted singer, who is rumoured to have cheated on his ex Michelle Keegan.
Asked about his current relationship with Mecklenburgh, he told new! magazine: "We're friends. We last spoke at the Towie wrap party.
"We had about half an hour of talking, which had everyone buzzing off their tits! Carol [Wright] and Big Mark came over and told us we should get back together, which made the talk even more awkward."
He added: "Everyone wants to see us back together, but I think we both know that we need to do our separate thing and then you just never know…...
- 7/29/2013
- Digital Spy
Mark Wright missed his parents' wedding vow renewal over the weekend.
The former Towie star is currently filming his new ITV2 series International Party Liaison in Australia and couldn't make the ceremony.
Mum Carol and dad Mark Snr, who are celebrating 30 years of marriage, renewed their vows in a lavish ceremony attended by Towie cast members - including their daughter Jessica - and filmed for Sunday's show.
"Soooooo far away from home !! This is going to be an experience !! 6 of the deadliest snakes in the world living in my garden !!" Mark tweeted from Australia.
The couple's other children Natalya and Josh, who aren't regulars on the ITV2 reality show, also attended, alongside the likes of James 'Arg' Argent, Joey Essex, Ricky Rayment, Mario Falcone and Tom Pearce.
Carol released a white owl following the ceremony, before singer Jessica treated guests to a performance.
Sam and Billie Faiers and...
The former Towie star is currently filming his new ITV2 series International Party Liaison in Australia and couldn't make the ceremony.
Mum Carol and dad Mark Snr, who are celebrating 30 years of marriage, renewed their vows in a lavish ceremony attended by Towie cast members - including their daughter Jessica - and filmed for Sunday's show.
"Soooooo far away from home !! This is going to be an experience !! 6 of the deadliest snakes in the world living in my garden !!" Mark tweeted from Australia.
The couple's other children Natalya and Josh, who aren't regulars on the ITV2 reality show, also attended, alongside the likes of James 'Arg' Argent, Joey Essex, Ricky Rayment, Mario Falcone and Tom Pearce.
Carol released a white owl following the ceremony, before singer Jessica treated guests to a performance.
Sam and Billie Faiers and...
- 7/9/2013
- Digital Spy
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