He is a confident and charismatic conference/awards host and a high-level motivational speaker. Speaking to This Morning presenters Josie Gibson and Craig Doyle, Matt said: "Im excited, Im nervous. Having achieved a further Bronze in Athens, alongside two World Championship medals in Osaka and Valencia to add to Commonwealth Gold, Kelly is now one of Britains most decorated and talented track and field athletes. Last week he and skating partner Susie Lipanova only just survived the skate-off with Samantha Mumba and he is one of this week's favourites to be booted off. However, Steve ended up in the skate-off for the fourth time in a row, where he lost out to Zaraah Abrahams and her partner Fred Palascak after the judges chose to save her. Although he completed his first year there and remained a student until 2002, the time he dedicated to the javelin prevented him from completing his studies. Scots woman, 35, dies in sleep as heartbroken family hail 'amazing' little sister. The comedian is also a published writer and has had acting roles in series including the hit Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso. No one feels safe and anyone could be in the skate off.". Ned Boulting is quite simply atour de force which is a handy coincidence, because he has also covered every Tour de France since 2003, along with a host of other live sporting events. I feel like Im watching myself in a dream and I cant believe Ive manifested this. "I've got a lot of respect for her. Steve Backshall and Ola Quickstep to I Wan'na Be Like You, Steve Backshall and Ola American Smooth to Rolling in the Deep, Steve Backshall and Ola Jordan Paso Doble to Use Somebody, Steve Backshall and Ola Salsa to Jump in the Line, Steve Backshall and Ola Jordan Tango to Born to be Wild, Steve Backshall and Ola Jordan's Charleston to Dem Bones, Steve Backshall and Ola Jordan jive to Little Bitty Pretty One, Steve Backshall and Ola Jordan Cha Cha Cha to Treasure, Strictly Results Show Sunday 23rd November. Mr Allen was the . "She's such a warm and friendly person. Here's one we made earlier. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast. Michael Mosley shares the weight loss snack that 'won't add to your waistline'. Steve Backshall is a multi-BAFTA-winning naturalist, writer and TV presenter, best known for his phenomenally popular CBBC wildlife show, Deadly 60. She demystifies disability, drawing from her own experiences both within sport and within business. Like this? Speaking of the new season of Strictly, Anton said: "My absolute favorite thing about working on the show is the joy. "I am absolutely thrilled to be giving it my all on this years 20th anniversary of Strictly Come Dancing. Equally, at home as anchor or roving reporter, Laura is engaging, incisive, and uniquely natural when presenting live television. The force said the alleged comments are wholly unacceptable, and referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). It's a BBC Centenary celebration next week - Tony and Katya are dancing to the Grandstand theme tune, and Ellie and Johannes are doing Casualty. This fantastic achievement made Backley the first British athlete to win four consecutive European Championship golds. A couple of weeks later at the North Down International at Bangor Northern Ireland his opening throw of 81.42m was once again good enough to see off the competition. She was . Oscars Best Picture Winners Best Picture Winners Emmys LGBTQ+ Pride Month STARmeter Awards San Diego Comic-Con New York Comic-Con Sundance Film Festival Toronto Int'l Film Festival Awards Central Festival Central All Events Birth Date: 12/02/1969 She coaches the Mens 1st team at Warwickshire Cricket Club, plus leads the athlete performance for Wasps Rugby Club, too. Outside of the sporting world, Liz holds degrees in Accounting and Business Management. After a bit of thought and development, the live scoreboard was born! Skelton has since presented numerous sporting events for the BBC, including the 2016 Olympic Games. Birth Date: 14/05/1969 Job: Loose Women panelist and broadcaster, Professional dance partner: Kai Widdrington, When was Kaye Adams eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2022? They found that whilst watching Strictly they wanted to see the live scoreboard as the judges' scores came in but there was nowhere that offered this. Her advocacy of womens sport and gender equity resulted in her election in 2015 onto the IAAF Womens Committee and its Gender Leadership Taskforce and, in 2020, a place in the New Years Honours List. Steve's father John Backley was a policeman, who had been a strong middle-distance runner in the North-east of England. But Steve knows he's nowhere near this year's leaders Chris Fountain, Suzanne Shaw and Gareth Gates. Finding My Own Rhythm: My Story by Motsi Mabuse. In Autumn2020Colin will present BBCs Panorama filmAthletesdiscussing just this, and the darker side of being a professional athlete. . Having been recognised in 2012 alongside Clare Balding for their coverage of the London Olympics, Mark has been a mainstay on the BBC where his insight, clarity of thought and natural chemistry in front of camera is held in very high regard. Born: Newport, UK Beatrice Harrison, cello and . Back in September, 15 contestants signed up for season 22, but now only four remain in the running to be crowned this year's champion. Deaf community get behind Rose to win Strictly. Net Worth in 2020. Stephen James Backley, OBE (born 12 February 1969) is a retired British track and field athlete who competed in the javelin throw. Under Review. On stage at the Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch in 2010. The radio star will be taking part in a same-sex couple, following in the footsteps of John Whaite last year. His first BBC role came in 2003, working for the BBC Natural History Unit on The Really Wild Show. "Unfortunately, my dad is no longer with us but I know he will be watching over the ballroom in spirit. He said: "They love the show and seeing their daddy, who was a novice on ice three months ago, out there skating.". Steve is the first British male to have set a world record in a throwing event, and went on to set multiple British, Olympic and World records. Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation. Actor Will Mellor was the first celebrity to be announced as part of the 2022 line-up. The 67-year-old took aim at the 19-year-old CBBC star and chef over her participation on the series, branding her a "chubby little thing . The presenter currently hosts weekday afternoons on KISS. Love Island's Olivia and Maxwell brutally dumped before shocking twist announced. Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. . Jonathan is an accomplished, eloquent speaker and particularly enjoys facilitator and hosting roles having managed live global events for brands, federations and international conferences. "It's an American tux and is a bit more snazzy and masculine. Her fearless approach challenges the perception of Saudi women every day. But there's some irony getting dressed up in luminous spandex with sequins all over me.". Steve Davis to DJ in front of 90,000 as Blur Wembley support - 36 years after last visit . He is a living, breathing encyclopaedia for cycling; and he is the expert when it comes to the sports most brilliant anecdotes. Im just gutted he cant see me do it, but Im going to keep him in mind during the show Im excited my family, just for that reason, will be buzzing. Runner up Scott Russell of Canada was nearly eight metres back with (78.98) and England's bronze medallist Nick Nieland managed only 78.63. Get all the Strictly glitter and goss straight to your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing newsletter . Read about our approach to external linking. On Wednesday's instalment of the Channel 4 property show, Julie and Peter enlisted Lee's help to find their dream holiday home in South West France. It might have looked like order was restored in the Strictly . Backley started the year recovering from knee surgery throwing 82.19m against the U.S. in Glasgow, Scotland. American, Breaux Greer once again increased his personal best to 87.00 in finishing one place outside the medals. Connect to the relevant server location - launch the VPN app, click on . Fleur said about joining the series: "Im equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this years Strictly line-up. The Strictly Come Dancing final is upon us! "At the moment I'm focusing on the excitement and glitter and choosing to ignore the fact that I have the dancing ability of a newly born giraffe. Fleur East. And the spandex has Clare asked him to take an outfit home? Though he didnt beat Chris Moyles in the ratings war, it was an early education into the broadcasting world. "I step on the ice and think 'What am I doing stood in these ice skates?' Steve, for one, isafan. "I wasnt expecting to get this emotional about it.". Former Britain's Got Talent and CBBC star Molly Rainford has been confirmed as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing 2022. AND no one is safe from ice bitch judge Jason Gardiner's comments. Backley then set another world record of 91.46m in January 1992 in New Zealand, a record which stood until the following year when it was bettered by elezn.[3]. I agree with him, but the way he says it is over the top. Before the show began, the 38-year-old was tipped to be the new Kyran Bracken, the rugby player who won the show last year. "Its such an honour to be on the show after years of watching it with my father who loved it so much. S. trictly Come Dancing star Tilly Ramsay clapped back at a male radio DJ who called her a "chubby little thing". Pray for me!". That throw still stands as the British record in men's javelin. The moment Steve Backley did pelvic thrusts in the second week of Dancing On Ice, the fanmail flooded in. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Born: Chigwell, UK I understand that I can unsubscribe at any time. Im so delighted that this year they have! ", Molly added on Instagram: "The secrets finally out, I cant believe it Im doing Strictly!! The Strictly Come Dancing songs and dances have been announced for this weekend, and it's a trio of dances for all the contestants, including the judges' choice, each celeb's favourite performance from season 22 and a final show dance to top it all off. 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I can't wait to learn the moves and get dancing! Kym Marsh - Eliminated in Week 11 . Will Mellor - Eliminated in Week 12. He braved the pain to continue presenting Entertainment Today with Jenni Falconer. Strictly's Camilla Dallerup said she suffered a 'mini death' when her fianc Brendan Cole reportedly left her in 2004 for his Strictly dance partner Natasha Kaplinsky. Even doing nine holes of golf would leave me in agony. Lives: Cardiff, UK, European Champion in 10,000m, only British track & field athlete to appear at five Olympic Games. The injury forced him to withdraw from the European Cup Super League meeting in Gateshead, England in early July. The Strictly Come Dancing 2021 launch show airs on BBC One tonight, Saturday September 18, at 7.45pm. Producing an opening throw of 86.29 and then surpassing that marginally in the third with 86.37 it was obvious that he was in form but he still trailed behind Russian leader Sergey Makarov who had sent out a massive 88.05 first round throw. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle confirm they have been evicted from Frogmore cottage. England. On joining the show, Ellie said: "Well, cover me in fake tan and roll me in sequins! Ex-chief constable of Police Scotland 'said bulk of rape complaints were regretful sex'. ( 1954-03-17) 17 March 1954 (age 68) Bromley, Kent, England. With equity release you could access a lump-sum of tax-free cash which can be used to enhance your retirement income, make home improvements, or even enjoy a memorable holiday. "The thing is he actually says the right thing. During his career, he was a firm fixture in the British national athletics team. 11.00 (45% off) By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. Backley then travelled to Brisbane in September to take part in the Goodwill Games but despite leading after two rounds, the up and down season continued and he could not improve to leave Jan elezn on top once again ahead of riks Rags and Breaux Greer. Sakala claimed Gers were the better team but they couldn't back it up in Viaplay Cup final defeat at Hampden. In training this week, Steve peeled off his top to show a physique which might get Jason to up his votes. GMB's Susanna Reid forced to change dress that was too 'racy' for morning TV. The OBE was European champion four times and Commonwealth Games champion three times. By 2016, Liz had swapped the pool for the broadcasting studio and was heralded as one of the stars of Channel 4s award-winning coverage. Helen Skelton completes our Strictly 2022 line-up as the 15th contestant set to sashay onto the famous dance floor at Elstree this year. Kym is best known for playing Michelle Connor on Coronation Street and being one fifth of pop group Hear'Say. Ive been watching it for years and I cant believe Ill actually be there dancing live in front of the British public. Stephen Allen (born 17 March 1954) is an English radio presenter. I hope she goes all the way. The film has received global recognition and has been shortlisted at a number of global film festivals. ITV bosses confirm Jeremy Clarkson and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire are not cancelled. Emmerdale's Amy Nuttall 'discovered Andrew Buchan's affair from racy lingerie purchase'. Mark teamed up with Strictlys Ian Waite and Natalie Lowe as part of their FitSteps dancing fitness classes, providing nutritional information and lifestyle advice for subscribers. After making the transition from radio to television, Simon was made lead cycling commentator for the BBC; his performances at the Olympics and Paralympics for Channel 4 at Rio 2016 received huge acclaim. 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