BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Gorka Marquez reveals second unknown career as he addresses tour absence

Gemma Atkinson has shared a plea she often received from Gorka Marquez when it comes to Strictly Come Dancing - and what he has to do before every series which is actually why she knew he was the one in the first place.

Ellie Leach had a simple two-word response as they was seen beaming alongside two of her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars amid fresh romance rumours - but this time not with Vito Coppola.

Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez's hit TV show, Life Behind the Lens, is set to return for a second series, with the pair opening up the doors to their family home. Actress Gemma, 39, and Strictly Come Dancing pro Gorka, 33, will give fans a look into their home life with their two young children, Mia, four and six month old Thiago.

Gemma Atkinson has said 'we're so excited' as she made a fresh announcement with her fiance Gorka Marquez. The couple are set to return to the small screen in their own reality series following the success of the first run of Gemma and Gorka: Life Behind the Lens.

Gemma Atkinson has rubbished rumours that her and Gorka Marquez are facing "tension" in their relationship as she slammed any speculation there is trouble for the couple.

Gemma Atkinson has spoken out about the "tension" in her relationship with Gorka Marquez. The pair, who first met on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, have reportedly been feeling the strain while Gorka has been working in Spain on the Spanish version of Strictly. Sources had previously claimed that Gemma was left frustrated as Gorka was unable to get home during the final six weeks of last year's show, and tensions had since risen further after he jetted off to Spain.

Gemma Atkinson has jokingly blamed Gorka Marquez for her return to the gym as she spoke about her Strictly Come Dancing past. The Hits Radio host recently shared how she had reunited with her former trainer, known as 'Evil Steve' at Ultimate Performance (UP Fitness) in Manchester.

Giovanni Pernice was seen smiling as he spent his weekend teaching others how to dance while his heartbroken Strictly Come Dancing co-star counts down until they are back on stage together. Away from the BBC One show's ballroom, Giovanni has launched a new project.

Gorka Marquez left fans distracted by the same thing in his latest family video after returning back to UK following a huge career move. The Strictly Come Dancing star excitedly revealed he'd landed a new job that is seeing him take his dancing shoes off for the time being.

Gemma Atkinson appeared to leave Gorka Marquez emotional after he was forced to miss out on a family event due to new work commitments. The Strictly Come Dancing star made his judging debut on the Spanish version of the BBC One dance contest over the weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez is set for a big career move as he announces he'll be a judge on the Spanish version of the show, Bailando con las Estrellas.The 33 year old professional dancer, who has been part of the BBC show since 2016 and reached the final three times, shared his exciting news on Instagram. He wrote: "I finally can share the news that I will be one of the judges in the Spanish version of Strictly 'Bailando con las Estrellas.' "So excited to back in Spain and doing the show that changed my whole life and excited to be sat on the other side of the floor this time even if I am not sure I will be able to hold my self and not dance." He announced the first episode will be broadcast on Telecinco this weekend, with Gorka joining the judging panel.

Ranvir Singh has given a rare insight into her romance with 'toyboy' BBC Strictly Come Dancing boyfriend as the Good Morning Britain star revealed her 28-year-old boyfriend has now moved into her home she shares with her son.

Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez has concerned viewers of the BBC show after the professional dancer announced an exciting career move out of the UK as he spends some time away from fiancée Gemma Atkinson.

Some Strictly Come Dancing fans have flooded Gorka Marquez with the same question following his latest announcement. The dancer was super excited to reveal the news he'd been teasing after ditching the UK earlier this week.

Gorka Marquez has revealed he's bagged a new role away from Strictly Come Dancing as he told fans he can 'finally share' the news. The dancer took to social media to reveal he'll be swapping dancing for judging on the Spanish version of the hit BBC One dance show.

Bobby Brazier has declared the 'love of his life' as he returns to the Strictly Come Dancing bubble. The actor was this week reunited with dance partner Dianne Buswell, weeks after they missed out on the Glitterball trophy.

Giovanni Pernice has broken his silence for the first time since he found himself under fire for his allegedly tough training style on Strictly Come Dancing. The professional dancer, 33, was paired up with actress Amanda Abbington for the 2023 series, and the Sherlock star has since "demanded footage from the BBC of her training sessions with Giovanni", amid claims she has PTSD from her time on the show.

Gorka Marquez couldn't help but respond as his Strictly Come Dancing co-star Dianne Buswell enjoyed some baby snuggles before getting back to work. The dancer will soon be heading around the country with celebrity dance partner Bobby Brazier on the show's live tour.

A bubbling conflict from the last series of the UK’s Strictly Come Dancing – the original show of the global Dancing with the Stars franchise – has broken through the surface with a celebrity contestant reportedly demanding she receive footage of her dance rehearsals to assist in a possible legal claim.

Gorka Marquez has been flooded with praise after posting a video of how he was spending some of his downtime at home in Greater Manchester. The adorable moment with his daughter Mia also left the Strictly Come Dancing star issuing a joke apology to his stylist.