The celebrity big-up of West Ham United is well and truly on - but it's not all to the liking of the long suffering diehard fans.Songstress Pixie Lott, who revealed her family's long standing support of the club this week on childrens' iconic magazine show, Blue Peter, has been asked by Chairman Bjorgolfur Gudmundsson to pen a new anthem for the Upton Park faithfull. American Star Katy Perry was said to be co-writing the project, with input from local lad David Essex. The chairman is hoping t... Read Full Story
How do they do it? The professionals, week in out, week out - teaching, training, choreographing and performing - they all approach it in their own way: Being a great dancer doesn't make you a great dancer; use props where needed; adapt to your partner; get the basics down early doors (Ok, Anton didn't exactly use that phrase!) break the routine down; do whatever it takes, be it gaffer tape or nipple tweaking (two guesses who that was!) reverse psychology: do you want me to make it simpler fo... Read Full Story
In this week's Strictly Confidential, Matthew takes us behind the scenes with Dave Arch and his fabulous band; Dave and singers Hayley, Lance and Tommy give us their backstage info!AlianChrolaLaintonVinalieRickinRicalieAnd a snippet of news in brief - Strictly are teaming up with Fitness First to deliver dance classes - there's one up the road from me, so I've no excuse now! Read Full Story
Dame Shirley Bassey is the special guest this weekend! Isn't that a gorgeous photo? One of the all time greats, Dame Shirley Bassey will be performing ‘This Time’, written by Gary Barlow. Judge Alesha will be keen to compare notes with the veteran singer, as her new single was also penned by the Take That star!Dame Shirley rarely performs on live TV, but she will be performing live on Strictly for the first time in years. A huge fan of the show, she's also an old friend of Strictly’s host Bru... Read Full Story
Diversity are hitting the tour trail, with a show built around routines where toys come to life! I cannot wait - but I'll have to, because it doesn't start till March! And I'm liking the sound of the X-Factor meets Britain's Got Talent Show (scroll right to the end!) on the Isle of Man - with George Sampson and Signature joining Diversity! (And - Stavros Flatley!) The London and Essex group are also joined by George and fellow streetdancers Flawless in a 3D film called - wait for it - Streetd... Read Full Story
And how very right they are! I opened up my emails at work this morning to find I'd won a tenner in the Sports and Social draw! Lovely start to the day - then a lovely finish to the day at our department quiz night. Firstly, we had a Head and Tails game - you know, where they flip a coin and you either have your hands on your head or your bum - last one standing wins half the pot - and it was me! I had a game plan too - I went: heads heads tails heads tails tails - and it worked! And then m... Read Full Story
Chrola are back to their normal cuddly selves, almost - Ola (Ole Jordan) was so excited to get through following such a mixed reaction from the judges, Chris (Matador Man) is normally only grumpy at their Witching Hour, 5pm. Deal with it, commands Ola! Not finding the VW easy - he doesn't turn enough *eek* "Are you going to the final?" asks Claudia. "To watch?" asks Chris to general background laughter.A quick guide to judging: The Len Commandments - 1) Thou shalt keep on time 2) Thou shalt n... Read Full Story
In the jungle, the celebrities were challenged to stage a dream wedding, featuring Sam and Gino as the bride and groom; unfortunately, Katie got carried away with her celebrations. Read Full Story
Announcement: Jade may be out! Watch this space ...Rickin is in and on the sofa, both Ricky (Fully Focused) and Erin (Back to Boagie) had 'that' feeling and were ready for the dance off - surprised to be up against Phitya and also to beat them - although Erin dared to hope when Phitya made the mistake. Claudia uses the word 'jazzy' - and apologises! There's nothing wrong with jazzy, Claudia *wags finger disapprovingly*. Ricky's Thought Bubbles. Ricky the Transformer. The Dancer in Disguise. F... Read Full Story
