Strictly’s Richie Anderson breaks down in tears during ‘tense’ It Takes Two appearance with Giovanni Pernice

STRICTLY star Will Mellor was so sick on Saturday night he "couldn't stand" and was secretly being "held up" by his dance partner. The 46-year-old had just four hours' training last week after being wiped out by a virus. Despite this, Will battled through to perform on Saturday night - but was punished by the judges with their scores.

STRICTLY star Jayde Adams has opened up on the pressures the female stars of the ballroom show face every Saturday night. Comedian Jayde is a contestant on this year’s Strictly, paired with long-running pro Karen Hauer and the pair have been impressing the judges and BBC One viewers with their dancing skills.  But the dancing hopeful has told Grazia in a new chat that the women on the show face scrutiny over body image each week that they take to the floor.  Speaking about the criticism she, Karen and the other female stars face, she said: “Women constantly get criticised for their figure, it dosen't matter what body type you have.

STRICTLY Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has been spotted enjoying a night out with fans, and engaged in chat with a blonde lady amongst the group. The dancer pro, 32, was pictured in a beige suit and jeans looking smart for his night out while chatting to the fans outside.

Rose Ayling-Ellis rocked a gorgeous autumnal outfit on Wednesday evening as she stepped out for a fun-filled night out.READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Strictly's Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipOpting for a chic ensemble, the reigning Strictly champ looked stunning in a burnt orange roll neck long-sleeved top which she teamed with a pair of flattering black jeans. Rose elevated her look with a sleek up-do, fresh dewy makeup and a pair of timeless gold hoop earrings.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis stuns in bikini during Maldives holidayThe star appeared in high spirits as she joined her pals for a round of cocktails in a hip bar decked out with funky wallpaper, floral displays and rustic furniture.MORE: Giovanni Pernice's touching tribute to Rose Ayling-Ellis on Strictly revealedRELATED: Rose Ayling-Ellis shows off incredible physique in sizzling red bikiniRose was joined by her sidekick and best friend – Tobi Leigh - who similarly looked stunning as she posed for a sweet snap with the EastEnders actress.

Strictly star Rose Ayling-Ellis revealed a new side to her personality on Tuesday as she paid tribute to the BBC on their 100th birthday.READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Strictly's Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipTaking to Instagram the EastEnders actress posted a string of new photos to commemorate the occasion. In one photo, the 27-year-old star looked lovely in a tangerine-hued jumper as she posed in front of a wall festooned with gold and silver balloons.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice's sweet gesture to Rose Ayling-Ellis revealedEver the style queen, Rose teamed her autumnal jumper with a pair of high-waisted jeans, gold hoop earrings, and a touch of glam makeup comprising dewy skin, gold highlighter and a bold red lip.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis enjoys mini Strictly reunion after Giovanni Pernice's surprise exitSEE: Giovanni Pernice's touching tribute to Rose Ayling-Ellis on Strictly revealedAlongside the snaps, Rose included the caption: "What better way to celebrate the BBC's 100th birthday than exploring the history of the channel? The nerd in me absolutely loves history, so I am delighted to be appearing on Horrible Histories, which was one of my favourite books as a kid".  Rose penned a celebratory postThe star's fans raced to weigh in on the post, with one writing: "Well done Rose you are amazing! Bet Gio is proud of you," whilst a second penned: "Fabulous! I LOVE Horrible Histories and so did our boys when they were young (and still do).

STRICTLY Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has hit out at the mole who has been leaking which celeb is voted off before the results show. Last weekend fans were left in shock as a leak revealed the two celebrities in the dance off. Now Anton, 56, has had his say - and he's not impressed.

Strictly Come Dancing star Fleur East laughed as Rylan Clark teased her about her sizzling Argentine Tango at the weekend. After landing in the dreaded dance-off the previous weekend the Sax singer raised pulses with her sultry performance to Paint It Black on Saturday night.

Giovanni Pernice showcased his unwavering support for his former dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis on Monday.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice put on loving display at NTAsThe EastEnders actress took to Instagram to share a major career announcement, and true to form, Giovanni was among the first to react. In the social media post, Rose, 27, penned a lengthy message about her 'return to theatre'. WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis swims with manta rays during lavish Maldives getawayAlongside an eerie digital poster for Shakespeare's As You Like It, the actress penned: "So excited to finally share this news! I am thrilled to be going back to theatre with this talented group of people.READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Strictly's Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipPHOTOS: 28 best dressed stars at the National Television Awards 2022: from Holly Willoughby to Maya Jama"Scary thought to be performing Shakespeare for the very first time playing Celia.

Ashley Roberts, it has been reported. Lewis Langley, 47, is said to have claimed the British-based American star was his 'girlfriend'.  A court heard he turned up at the radio station in London where she works on 'a number of occasions and loitered outside'.

Fleur East has revealed the chaotic week she and her co stars on Strictly Come Dancing had dealt with ahead of the latest live episode of the show.

Strictly Come Dancing in 2017 allowed her to stand on her own two feet. Married for nearly 30 years, McGee and Daniels first met in 1979 after she joined the line-up for one of his magic shows. They soon became a couple and went on to work together for over three decades.

STRICTLY Come Dancing star Fleur East has revealed she and husband Marcel Badiane-Robin have banned talking about the show at home. The loved-up couple, who wed in a secret ceremony in Morocco in 2019, have embraced the whole Strictly experience, but are trying to distance themselves from it on cosy nights in.

Strictly Come Dancing helped her find a new lease of life after the tragic death of her husband, magician Paul Daniels in 2016. The star, 63, who was her husband's 'glamourous assistant' during their magic shows, was married to him for 28 years until his death from a brain tumour at age 77. The beauty, who was partnered with professional dancer Giovanni Pernice, revealed her time dancing on Strictly in 2017 made her come out of her shell again.

Fleur East stunned both the Strictly Come Dancing judges and fans with her "sizzling" Argentine Tango with partner Vito Coppala.

HELLO! magazine, Debbie McGee has revealed she is auctioning off magical items once owned by her late husband Paul Daniels. More than 600 lots will be available for his fans to buy and enjoy next month.MORE: Strictly's Giovanni Pernice poses with his 'girls' in surprising NTAs photo“I don’t need to hang on to all of this – my memories are what I have,” explains Debbie, speaking from her house on the Thames in Berkshire which she once shared with the famous illusionist.

STRICTLY Come Dancing bosses have been hunting for the mole who has been leaking which celeb is voted off before the results show. Last night, fans of the BBC One dancing competition were left in shock as a leak revealed the two celebrities in the dance off. Bosses of Strictly are becoming increasingly concerned as fans have the results show ruined by leaked information online.

Bosses of Strictly Come Dancing are said to be on the hunt to find the mole who keeps leaking the show results, before they're aired on TV.The results show is recorded after Saturday night's main show, but the results aren't aired until Sunday night, and details of the celebrity to be voted off are kept hush-hush. After the voting line has closed and the results show has been recorded, someone appears to be leaking the top-secret information. Last night, Strictly fans were left in shock as the leak revealed the two celebs in the dance off.

Strictly Come Dancing professionals Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova have shut down rumours of a backstage feud. The pair met on the show, both joining the process as professional dancers, before falling in love with one another. After a shock dance-off last week, which saw Richie Anderson exit the competition after facing Fleur East, Nadiya and Kai have opened up about how tough it is to lose someone on the show - as everyone is so close backstage.

Strictly Come Dancing's Fleur East has made an incredible comeback after she and professional partner Vito Coppola landed in the bottom two last week. The 34 year old singer, who recently confessed her husband watches her "hot and steamy" routines, appeared on stage wearing a figure-hugging black and red dress with a thigh-high slit. Vito, 30, matched her outfit as he donned a red shirt underneath a black waistcoat.

AJ Pritchard has called Shirley Ballas "the most qualified" judge on Strictly Come Dancing after fans demanded she be sacked from the role over concerns she was favouring male celebrities on the show. Shirley, 62, was accused of being "sexist" after explaining she would have saved Richie Anderson, 34, and his pro partner Giovanni Pernice, 32, on Sunday 9 October night following their dance off with Fleur East, 34, and Vito Coppola, 30.

Strictly Come Dancing star Fleur East has had a tough week after facing the dance-off in last weekends show.