OHMYGOSSIP — Reverend Richard Coles has become the fifth celebrity to join this year’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ line up.
The Church of England priest – who is now vicar of Finedon in Northamptonshire – has been confirmed for the forthcoming series of the ballroom and latin show, which kicks off this autumn, and has admitted he can’t wait to get stuck in to learning the routines – even though he struggles with pains in his knees.
He said: “Cometh the hour, cometh the overweight Vicar with arthritis in his knees.”
The news comes just a day after ‘Emmerdale’ actress Gemma Atkinson revealed she’d signed up to the programme but, rather than stressing over the fancy footwork, she was concerned about the costumes.
She said: “I dress like a 14-year-old boy in work, I am a trackies and converse kind of girl, but I have been wearing stilettos around my house. I don’t know how women do it all the time. I am not graceful, my mum says I’m like a baby elephant. I’m a big lass, I’m 5’9”. I’m going to challenge my inner feminine side. I will be graceful, once they give me a dancer, they are so big and strong and they are going to be amazing. I am going to embrace it, make the most of it, and enjoy it.”
The other celebrities on the line up so far include This Morning’s Ruth Lansgford, Mollie King and EastEnders’ Davood Ghadami but more are expected to be announced over the coming weeks.
Although some stars are yet to sign on the dotted line, one thing’s for certain, there will be plenty of fireworks when the show returns this autumn as the judging panel and troupe of professionals have been given a huge shake up recently.
The forthcoming series will see legendary choreographer Shirley Ballas claim Len Goodman’s Head Judge seat following his shock departure at the end of last year and, although the fellow panelists – Darcey Bussell, Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Tonioli – are excited to have her on board, they’re convinced she’ll stand her ground.

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OHMYGOSSIP — Charlie Hardwick couldn’t watch her dramatic exit from ‘Emmerdale’ for “ages.”
The 56-year-old actress starred as Val Pollard on the soap for 11 years before she was dramatically killed by a falling mirror in 2015 and she has revealed she couldn’t bring herself to replay the episode for a while afterwards because it was too “emotional”.
Speaking on ‘Good Morning Britain’, the soap legend said: “That’s very emotional watching it actually – I couldn’t watch it for ages. Neither could my mam.
“We had to wait a while and watch it. I wanted to go though, it was my decision.”
Her on-screen character died saving her sister Dianne and called the emergency services to treat her sibling to ensure she survived.
The actress also revealed that the dramatic death took many times to perfect it after set creators built a mock guillotine.
She said: “They had to mock up this guillotine. They mocked it up, I had to lie in it, but it took so long the first night they had to call time.
“We tried twice but they had to schedule for the next day in a completely different location.
“They rebuilt the set, and put me under, but it wouldn’t work again so after three times I jumped up and said ‘it’s a reprieve! I’m not going to die!'”
Recently Charlie’s on-screen step-son Matthew Wolfenden, who plays David Metcalfe, hinted Val could return as her body was never found.
Speaking to Inside Soap magazine last year, Matthew said: “Charlie was brilliant. I think the whole show misses her, as ‘Emmerdale’ needs a character like Val.
“But have they really killed her off? Chris Chittell (Eric Pollard) says we never saw Val’s body – just a body being carried away.
“And Val was planning on faking her own death! We’ll see. But I learned so much from Charlie, she’s incredible. We share a love of art.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Danielle Armstrong has split from her boyfriend Daniel Spiller.
The former ‘The Only Way is Essex’ star turned her back on the ITVBe show late last year after she struck up a relationship with the businessman because she thought it would be inappropriate, but it looks like the blonde bombshell may be back on screen sooner than expected as she and the hunk have decided to go their separate ways.
A rep for Danielle told The Sun Online: “I can confirm Danielle is no longer with Dan.”
The news will no doubt come as a shock to fans as the 28-year-old beauty admitted that the retired footballer, who she began dating the beginning of last year, played a “big part” in her decision to walk away from ‘TOWIE’ because her ex-boyfriend James ‘Lockie’ Lock was still involved in the show and she felt it would’ve been awkward.
She said previously: “A big part of it [her leaving] was because I’d met Dan. I thought, if I’m ever going to be able to make a go of any relationship, I’m going to have to take myself out of this situation. I really do wish James all the best and I hope he meets someone who’s perfect for him. If I saw him I’d probably say hi but I’m not going to give him any support or check how he’s getting on in the new series [of the ITVBe show].”
And, at the time, she said she wouldn’t return unless it’s a cameo appearance at her pals Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallet’s engagement party.
She explained: “I don’t think I’d ever go back as a character. It was 100 per cent the right decision to leave. I would only go back if Tommy and Georgia got engaged and had a party or one of the girls had a baby shower.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — ‘Benidorm’ may get the axe.
The resort sitcom has been on screens for over 10 years but it looks like bosses are now toying with the idea of pulling the plug on the comedy because viewer figures have started to plummet and some of the well-loved cast members have left for other things.
A source told The Sun newspaper: “Some feel the show has done its time. It’s still popular but many of the old faces are long gone.
“There is a feeling it is going through the motions. Series 11 is yet to be commissioned and the concern is if it does take a break it might never come back.”
And John Challis, who plays conman Monty, thinks “mucking about” with the time slot has turned people off but he’s impressed with how well it’s done over the years.
The former ‘Only Fools and Horses’ star explained: “He said: “I think the show may take a year off for a pause and rethink. I think it’s ideal to come out in January or February, and I’m looking forward to it but there’s no guarantee.”
However, a representative for ITV insists no decision has been made about the next series of the programme yet and there may be an opportunity for it to be recommissioned.
The spokesperson told the publication: “The new series airs next year. Any decisions on commissioning will be made around then.”
Meanwhile, the cast are currently in Spain, filming series 10 of the comedy and it’s believed the next instalment will be better than ever as bosses have secured some exciting cameos – including Bobby Ball, who is one half of the comedy duo Cannon and Ball.
The former ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’ contestant had hoped to keep his appearance a secret until the show airs in 2018, but he was spotted filming in the Spanish resort by holidaymakers.
His character is said to be linked to the Dawson family.
The new series of the show will also see a guest appearance from former Spandau Ballet singer Tony Hadley, and programme bosses are keen to sign more big names up to mark a decade on screen.
A source said recently: “There are more names to come. We’re going all out to make this a series to remember.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Paul Danan had to be physically restrained by his ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ housemates after he got into a blazing row with fellow competitor Sarah Harding this week.
The former ‘Hollyoaks’ actor – who is a recovering drug and alcohol addict but has been clean for five years – unleashed a foul-mouthed tirade at the ex-Girls Aloud singer on Thursday (10.08.17), branding her a “f*****g d**k” and a “hypocrite” after she asked if he had had a drink and accused him of “taking a pill.”
The argument erupted when ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ star Brandi Glanville asked him how he was feeling as he frantically paced around the living room.
He replied: “I’m just trying to get through the non-alcohol thing. I’m just struggling.”
Brandi replied: “Well Sarah said you were taking a pill.”
Paul, 39, then stormed out into the garden towards Sarah and screeched: “Sarah don’t ever insinuate that I’m taking a pill! I’m taking Paracetamol and Ibuprofen.”
The blonde star panicked and told the actor to calm down.
But Paul hit back: “No, I’m not going to f*****g calm down. I’m the one that’s clean and sober what the f**k are you doing?”
After the pair started to raise their voices, ‘Gogglebox’ star Sandi pulled Paul away and he raced up to the diary room to talk through his issues.
Sarah, who also is a recovering alcoholic, came head to head with Paul after he previously mocked her for getting too drunk one evening.
And it’s not just Paul she’s come to blows with as the singer has also had numerous altercations with ‘Ex On The Beach’ star Jemma Lucy.

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OHMYGOSSIP — Mike Thalassitis is in “early talks” about appearing on ‘I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here’.
The ‘Love Island’ star is reportedly being considered for the ITV show despite bosses having previously considered ditching reality stars from their line up.
A source told The Sun newspaper: “The show got a real ribbing for the amount of airtime Vicky and Ferne received in 2015. Both were great but there was a feeling some of the older contestants weren’t getting a chance to impress.
“But reality stars create more social media buzz and also attract younger viewers. Mike is having early talks but the fact he’s even being considered shows a real change of tack.”
Meanwhile, fellow ‘Love Island’ star Jonny Mitchell is also said to be in talks to do a stint in the jungle this year.
A source said: “Bosses said he would be the perfect hunk for the show and have asked him to come for a meeting. Obviously he’s over the moon and would jump at the chance.
“He sparked controversy in the villa and if he did the same in the jungle it’d make excellent telly viewing – especially if there was a romance.”
And former England rugby union star Ben Cohen is another name said to be in the mix after he showed how “popular” he is with viewers on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ back in 2013.
A source said: “Ben’s name was straight on the list for this year. He is popular with viewers, as his ‘Strictly’ stint showed, and appeals to sports fans. He’s also a gay icon so he ticks a lot of boxes. It looks like the producers might get their man.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Danniella Westbrook is engaged to her boyfriend Alan Thomason after just a few weeks of dating.
The 43-year-old actress is poised to marry her 34-year-old lover following a whirlwind romance after she was recently pictured showing off her engagement ring during a vacation in Spain.
The loved-up duo were seen kissing and cuddling in the sun during their holiday and Danniella was happy to pose for a selfie posted on her Twitter account on Thursday (10.08.17).
Alongside a snap of herself wearing a bikini, Danniella wrote: “Sorry for my absence from social media but love does that to a girl but I’m back and happiest I’ve ever been in my life (sic)”
And following reports of their engagement, Danniella later returned to the social media platform to confirm the couple’s happy news.
The former ‘EastEnders’ star wrote: “For the record his Alan Thomason his 34 &he completes me (sic)”
In May, Danniella opened a bar in Marbella, Spain – despite being a recovering alcoholic.
The actress – who returned to taking cocaine after suffering a miscarriage in 2016 – admitted she still has a drink from time to time.
However, she doesn’t see having her own boozer as a problem because she will be working from “the other side of the bar”.
Asked whether her life is easier when she’s overseas, Danniella replied: “We are creatures of habit like animals, we need structure in our life. I’ve just opened a bar with a friend of mine in Spain.
“I am better on the other side of the bar, I am a people person. I’m known for nightlife and DJing anyway in Ibiza. I can’t just stop my life.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Paul Hollywood found it “hard” filming ‘Great British Bake Off’ without Mary Berry and Mel & Sue.
The 51-year-old baker was the only member of the team to stay with the show when it moved from the BBC to Channel 4, and though he “misses” his former co-stars, he has quickly settled in to working with new co-judge Prue Leith and presenters Noel Fielding and Sandi Toksvig.
He said: “I have missed Mary, Mel and Sue, and when I started filming the new ‘Bake Off’ it was hard. But I had tears rolling down my face because of how funny Noel and Sandi are, so I wasn’t really that sad in the end.”
And Paul admits he was upset by those who criticised his decision to stay with the show, and insisted being branded a “traitor” was unfair.
He said: “It has been hard because I was called a traitor over my decision to leave the BBC to go to Channel 4. There was an uproar when Love Productions turned down the BBC’s offer to continue with it and sold the format to Channel 4.
“But I’ve just had a motoring series [‘My Big Continental Trip’] on the BBC, so what is it that I’m actually a traitor to as I’m still with the channel!
“The other three left for whatever reason but I didn’t want to lose my job. The show found me and I didn’t want to turn my back on them.”
Despite his reputation for being tough on the ‘Bake Off’ contestants, Paul insists he’s just being “constructive” and his remarks shouldn’t be taken personally.
He told Closer magazine: “I’m not having a go at them, I’m having a go at the bake.
“I’m not being horrible, it’s constructive.
“They can disagree with me – they’re wrong, but they can disagree with me.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — ‘The Crown’ will return to screens on December 8.
The second instalment of the period drama, which is based on the lives of the royal family, will drop on Netflix in four months’ time as Claire Foy and Matt Smith reprise their roles as Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, but this time around it will delve more into their personal lives as they welcome their sons Princes Andrew and Edward.
Speaking to EW.com, Claire said: “I think [Queen Elizabeth] starts to realize she needs to pay more attention to her personal life now that the other part of her life is going all right. The world’s changing faster than anyone can catch up with.
“There is no letup. She just keeps having to go from one crisis to another to another, and at some point, it’s about five crises at the same time and you have no idea how she manages to get up in the morning.”
The first series saw Queen Elizabeth settle into her role as the monarch, but Claire has teased that things will get complicated for her alter ego over the next instalment.
She explained: “She’s neglected her personal life, so there are all sorts of things she has to sort out. As politics change around them and as they become older, there are huge changes that take place in them as human beings. But to talk about [specifics] would give things away. You will have to watch!”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Chloe Khan has claimed she can’t breathe out of her nose due to a botched operation.
The glamour model, who was a contestant on last year’s ‘Celebrity Big Brother’, has spent thousands of pounds of cosmetic surgery to alter her snout, but now regrets it as the op, carried out by a surgeon in the Ukraine, was a complete “disaster”.
Speaking on ‘This Morning’ on Thursday (10.08.17), she said: “This is the best it’s going to look, as it’s still the morning. But it starts swelling and getting wider throughout the day, so I have to use a roll of medical tape on it.
“I can’t breathe, I wake up with nosebleeds, I can’t smell perfume or anything.
“I really hate having surgery, I don’t actually like it but I will have to get it fixed. I will have to wait until January for correction, so the nose is at its strongest.”
Chloe found the surgeon using the photo-sharing site Instagram and during the surgery, the model claims the doctor didn’t use enough anaesthetic and she woke up.
Fearing she wouldn’t make a full recovery, the model reportedly penned a goodbye letter on her phone for her daughter, Destiny.
Speaking to the new issue of Closer magazine, she recalled: “About a day after I got back, I remember collapsing on my kitchen floor and lying there for two days.
“I just couldn’t move – I felt so ill and I wrote a goodbye note on my phone to my daughter. I rang the doctors and they took me to hospital, where they flushed me with antibiotics.”
Despite the botched-up job, the model admitted she hasn’t ruled out any more surgery.
She said: “I’m not ruling it out but I don’t fancy anything at the minute.”

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