STRICTLY Come Dancing viewers went wild for the 'incredible' Harry Potter opening dance on tonight's show. The professional dancers headed to the Warner Bros Studios in Leavesden, Herfordshire earlier this year to film the special dance number to launch tonight's Movie Week. Dancers including Kevin Clifton, Janette Manrara and Oti Mabuse dressed in an array of Hogwarts-inspired school uniforms to dance around the set made famous by the Daniel Radcliffe film franchise. With the Hogwarts Express ready to go, the dancers whipped around with suitcases, brooms and books as they danced to film's theme tune. The Sun first revealed all about the special collaboration back in August, with a show insider saying: "Strictly and Warner Bros have been in top secret talks. “Hopefully studio reps will agree to allow the celebrities to dance with some of the most iconic props, like Harry’s broom used by Daniel Radcliffe or Hermione’s cloak worn by Emma Watson. While it was just the … [Read more...] about Strictly Come Dancing fans go wild for ‘incredible’ Harry Potter opening dance during Movie Week
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Who is Anita Rani? Countryfile and Watchdog presenter and former Strictly Come Dancing star
ANITA Rani is a popular BBC TV presenter who is never far from a TV screen. The Countryfile and Watchdog presenter has also fronted a series about the partition of India. Here's her story and how she got her big break on TV... Who is Anita Rani? Anita Rani, 39, is an English radio and television presenter. She was born in Bradford, West Yorkshire and is known for her presenting work on Countryfile, Watchdog and Four Rooms. Anita developed an interest in journalism from a young age and hosted her first show when she was just 14, on Sunrise Radion in Bradford. She then went on to study broadcasting at the University of Leeds. She now lives in east London with her husband and co-presented the One Love Manchester tribute concert held in memory of the Manchester bombing victims. How did Anita do on Strictly Come Dancing? In 2015, Anita took part in Strictly Come Dancing where she was partnered with Gleb Savchenko and reached the semi-final. Anita and Gleb were knocked out in the dance-off … [Read more...] about Who is Anita Rani? Countryfile and Watchdog presenter and former Strictly Come Dancing star
How old is Debbie McGee? Paul Daniels’ widow and assistant, and Strictly Come Dancing 2017 contestant
STRICTLY Come Dancing favourite Debbie McGee has been in the nation's hearts since the early 80s when she found fame as the lovely assistant of her late husband, world-famous TV magician Paul Daniels. She did a sterling job in this year's Strictly Come Dancing 2017, reaching the final at the age of 59 and coming very close indeed to lifting the glitter ball trophy - after receiving the first perfect 40 of the series. Here's the full lowdown on twinkle toes Debbie... Where is Debbie McGee from? Debbie, 59, was born on October 31, 1958, and is from Kingston upon Thames, where she was raised by her parents Patrick McGee and Lillian Howes. It didn’t take long for her interest in performing was sparked, as she enrolled into a dance school when she was seven. At 16, McGee landed a coveted spot at the Royal Ballet School where she trained as a professional dancer. But she really made it big years later - when a bit of magic came into her life. How is Debbie McGee famous? … [Read more...] about How old is Debbie McGee? Paul Daniels’ widow and assistant, and Strictly Come Dancing 2017 contestant
Who is Lisa Armstrong? Ant McPartlin’s estranged wife and make-up artist for Strictly Come Dancing and Britain’s Got Talent
LISA Armstrong has found her marriage to Ant McPartlin in the spotlight for much of the past year. Unfortunately, The Sun's Bizarre column revealed the strain proved too much for the couple, who are divorcing after 11 years of marriage. Here's the lowdown on Lisa and her relationship with the much-loved TV host. Who is Lisa Armstrong? What is her background? Lisa Armstrong, 41, was born October 26, 1976, in Oxford. She started her career as a dancer but in 1994 joined the band Deuce. Their debut single Call It Love was released in January 1994 and entered the UK charts at number 21, working its way up to peak at number 11. The band went on to release two more singles and an album before splitting up in 1997. When did Lisa Armstrong meet Ant McPartlin? How long have they been married? The couple met at a pop concert at Newcastle City Hall in 1994, when she was performing with Deuce and he was performing with his best pal Declan Donnelly in their band PJ & Duncan. … [Read more...] about Who is Lisa Armstrong? Ant McPartlin’s estranged wife and make-up artist for Strictly Come Dancing and Britain’s Got Talent
Who is Caroline Flack? Love Island presenter back together with Andrew Brady, Harry Styles’ ex and Strictly Come Dancing winner
CAROLINE Flack is rarely far from a TV screen and had the nation hooked over the summer of 2017 as the host of hit show Love Island. Here's the lowdown on Caroline - from what shows she has presented to her colourful dating history... What is Caroline Flack's background and is she really a twin? Caroline is a TV presenter who's best known for hosting a string of prime-time shows including Love Island and The X Factor. Born in Thetford, Norfolk, the 38-year-old was raised with her twin sister, Jody, as well as a brother Paul and second sister Elizabeth. As a teenager, she worked in a pork-processing factory and as a magician's assistant before finding her feet as a presenter on CBBC show, TMi. In addition to telly presenting Caroline has modelled for various lad's mags - in 2015 FHM magazine named her fifth sexiest woman in the world, ahead of Margot Robbie, Kim Kardashian and Emilia Clarke. What other TV shows has Caroline appeared on? Caroline has become a well-known face … [Read more...] about Who is Caroline Flack? Love Island presenter back together with Andrew Brady, Harry Styles’ ex and Strictly Come Dancing winner