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Dancing with the Stars judge Bruno Tonioli has shared the reason for his decision to quit the British version of the show after nearly two decades.

Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Bruno Tonioli has revealed why he decided to exit the BBC One show, claiming it is a 'miracle' he lasted 18 years on the panel. The Italian dancer and choreographer, 66, had been on the judging panel since the hit series began in 2004, before announcing his shock departure in May.

Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Bruno Tonioli has spoken about his decision to leave the BBC One show, revealing it is a “miracle” he lasted 18 years on the panel.The 66 year old Italian dancer and choreographer had been a judge since the popular dancing show launched in 2004, but announced his departure in May 2022. Speaking to the Daily Mail, he spoke candidly about his decision to leave his position and shift his focus to his judging role on US show Dancing With The Stars, which films around the same time of year in America.

Strictly star Giovanni Pernice treated Anton Du Beke to a London lunch date on Wednesday to celebrate his 56th birthday.MORE: Exclusive: Giovanni Pernice on fitness, his BAFTA win, and learning BSL thanks to Rose Ayling-EllisBringing the birthday cheer, the professional dancer took Anton to an Italian restaurant in Covent Garden called '21' where the duo tucked into a celebratory meal.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice pays tribute to his 'leading lady'Taking to his Instagram Stories, the Sicilian-born star filmed snippets of their joyous outing. At one point, Giovanni made a hilarious tongue-in-cheek comment, poking fun at Anton's age.

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The Godfather star James Caan has died at the age of 82, his family has confirmed. The news was confirmed on his social media channels on Thursday evening (July 7).

Susanna Reid didn't have much of a comeback when Ben Shephard compared her to one of the current Love Island contestants. The pair were back hosting together on Good Morning Britain on Thursday (July 7) as the news continues to be dominated by more government resignations.

Holly Willoughby admitted to getting emotional over a moment that was overshadowed by the numerous resignations coming out of No.10. The presenter made the comment as she returned to This Morning on Wednesday (July 6) alongside her co-host Phillip Schofield.

Giovanni Pernice thinks he’s more qualified for the ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ judging panel than Anton Du Beke. The latest professional winner of the BBC One Latin and ballroom competition - who scooped up the Glitterball trophy with ‘EastEnders’ star Rose Ayling-Ellis - joked that he had a better track record than the new judge. who worked on the show for 18 years before slipping into the role left by Bruno Tonioli.

It was all change on Good Morning Britain as well as in government as the fallout from Sajid Javid and Rishi Sunak's departure from the cabinet began. Susanna Reid and Ed Balls were back at the helm of the ITV news programme on Wednesday (July 6).

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Catherine Tyldesley has been embroiled in a furious spat with a gym goer. The ITV Coronation Street star spoke out after the argument with an angry gym goer. Cath, who starred on Strictly two years ago, spoke out on social media.

Celebrity Gogglebox got in on Pride celebrations on Friday (1 July) with celebrities tuning in to a heartfelt scene from Channel 4 comedy Big Boys. Written by Jack Rooke and starring Dylan Llewellyn and Jon Pointing, the show centres around two "mismatched boys" during their first year of university, and features a particularly poignant coming-out scene.

EXCLUSIVE: Greg Lauritano (Big Gold Brick) today announced the launch of his Brooklyn-based production company, Black Magic, at the same time offering details as to its upcoming slate.