As Strictly Come Dancing reaches Week 3, most of the drama has so far been contained to the dance floor. But eagle-eyed viewers might have noticed a frisson of coldness between two of the judges - Darcey Bussell and new head judge Shirley Ballas in last weekend's show. Amid reports that the pair aren't getting on, body language expert Judi James has her say on how the women's behaviour gives away how they really feel about each other... There does seem to be an unmistakable layer of perma-frost setting over the judging panel since Len Goodman left, with the body language signals between prima divas Darcey Bussell and Shirley Ballas suggesting the bitterest rivalries might not be restricted to the dance floor this season. First hint comes from the overall formation of the judging line-up. Like The X Factor back in the day, when Cheryl Cole and Danni Minogue were rumoured to be at loggerheads, there is that familiar V-shaped gap starting to appear slap-bang in the middle of the … [Read more...] about Strictly Come Dancing judges at war? How tiny actions ‘give away tension between Darcey Bussell and Shirley Ballas’
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Strictly Come Dancing judge signs up to online dating website after split but says matches just want one thing
Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has signed up to a dating site as he seeks his own partner. The 52-year-old is looking for love following his split from boyfriend Damon Scott last year. But despite using his real name and photo on his profile he admits he has only had one date since joining match.com – and all his matches seem to be interested in is hearing gossip about his hit BBC show. Craig said: “It’s not going particularly well. People don’t ask if I want to go out, it’s all about Strictly. “It’s odd me being on there but why can’t I, if everyone else is? Just because I’m in the public eye doesn’t mean I can’t be on dating sites. “My niece married her Tinder date so it does work for some people. And people are vetted online. They have to have a credit card! “You know their likes and dislikes, you know a lot more than you would do if you picked them up in a bar.” The star agreed to … [Read more...] about Strictly Come Dancing judge signs up to online dating website after split but says matches just want one thing
Craig Revel Horwood postponing surgery and fighting through pain to remain a judge on Strictly Come Dancing
Craig Revel Horwood is fighting through agonising pain to remain a judge on Strictly Come Dancing. The former dancer , known for his strict scorings and brutal feedback, is said to be in need of a hip replacement, but putting off the surgery until after the current series has ended. Craig, 52, is reportedly in "complete agony" but is soldiering on for the sake of the hit BBC show. A source told The Sun : "He had a hip replaced in 2013 but now he needs the other one doing. Doing the smallest things causes him immense pain. "He is fighting through it to see the rest of the series out." Craig is hiding his pain well, especially on Saturday night when he delighted viewers with his impression of fellow judge Bruno Tonioli, who was absent from the show. In reaction to Debbie McGee and Giovanni Pernice's dance, Craig said he had to channel Bruno before jumping around excitedly and falling off his chair in sheer delight. The source added: "He may only have been larking around but he's actually … [Read more...] about Craig Revel Horwood postponing surgery and fighting through pain to remain a judge on Strictly Come Dancing
Who left Strictly Come Dancing? Aston Merrygold becomes the sixth celebrity to leave in potentially biggest shock in show’s history
Aston Merrygold has become the sixth celebrity to leave Strictly Come Dancing in potentially the biggest shock in the show's entire history. The former JLS star got the chop after being placed in a controversial dance-off with fellow singer Mollie King . The judges were completely divided, with head judge Shirley Ballas giving the casting vote that sent poor Aston home. Aston, who was one of the favourites to win the competition, thanked his professional partner, Janette Manrara, before taking to the floor for their final dance. Viewers were stunned by the result, made worse by the fact Craig Revel-Horwood had awarded Aston a measly 4 on Saturday night for his Viennese Waltz to Who's Loving You by the Jackson 5. The judges’ scores were combined with the results of the viewers’ votes to decide Aston and Mollie were the lowest scoring celebrities that would face the dreaded dance-off. Both couples had to perform their routines again, with Mollie and AJ Pritchard dancing their … [Read more...] about Who left Strictly Come Dancing? Aston Merrygold becomes the sixth celebrity to leave in potentially biggest shock in show’s history
Who left Strictly Come Dancing last night? Jonnie Peacock becomes the eighth celebrity to leave after shock dance-off with Debbie McGee
Jonnie Peacock has become the eighth celebrity to leave Strictly Come Dancing 2017. The Paralympic gold medal winner and his partner Oti Mabuse had to pack their bags after the Blackpool extravaganza. This came after a shock dance-off with Debbie McGee, who has been hotly tipped to win the series with professional partner Giovanni Pernice. The judges unanimously agreed to save Debbie, before Jonnie admitted it was an "absolute honour" to be the first disabled contestant and judged "as an equal". The judges’ scores were combined with the results of the viewers’ votes to decide the lowest scoring two couples facing the dance off. Both couples performed their routines again, with Debbie and Giovanni dancing their Samba to a Spice Girls Medley (Wannabe/Who Do You Think You Are?). Jonnie and Oti performed their Tango to Sweet Dreams by Eurythmics in a bid to impress the judges and remain in the competition. After both couples had danced a second time, the judges delivered their … [Read more...] about Who left Strictly Come Dancing last night? Jonnie Peacock becomes the eighth celebrity to leave after shock dance-off with Debbie McGee
