Gemma Atkinson breaks silence on Gorka's Strictly exit as she admits 'silver lining'

As Strictly Come Dancing enters its fifth week, Anton Du Beke, Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas, and Motsi Mabuse have returned as regulars on our screens. In 2021, the show's judging panel underwent a major transformation when former professional dancer Anton took the place of Bruno Tonioli, who had been a part of the show since its inception in 2004. While we are all familiar with the judges on screen, here’s a closer look at their love lives off screen.

Molly-Mae Hague has shared how she feels like she 'let herself down' while attending Tommy Fury's latest fight. The influencer was sat ringside as her fiance took on KSI at Manchester's AO Arena on Saturday (October 14).

Strictly Come Dancing professional Graziano Di Prima has opened up about his family back in Italy, revealing that they've only watched the live show once in the five years he's been in the cast. The 29-year-old made his debut in series 16 alongside radio presenter Vick Hope and has since been partnered with Judi Love, Kym Marsh and this year's Zara McDermott.

Strictly Come Dancing star Jody Cundy has been dealt a crushing blow, as the bookmakers think he could be eliminated this week.The English cyclist and former swimmer and his professional dance partner Jowita Przystał may find themselves the third couple to be evicted from the competition this year. It comes after Betway announced the latest odds of the year’s Strictly competition, just hours before the live show. After a recent hospital dash, he is now the odds-on favourite to be the next star voted-off.

Shirley Ballas was forced to backtrack on telling women they should carry Tasers to protect themselves.The Strictly Come Dancing judge suggested that woman should carry the weapon but later apologised when she was informed that they are illegal for personal use.The 63-year-old had not realised that Tasers, which can shock people with a 50,000 volt charge, are only allowed to be used by trained police in the UK. She made the comments on BBC Radio 4's Women's Hour, when she said: "All women in today's society should become more vigilant. It's important that people take care of themselves, maybe carry Tasers, things like that.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have become convinced that they've spotted the early signs of a feud simmering between head judge Shirley Ballas and professional dancer Karen Hauer. The 41 year old Venezuelan star is now the longest-running pro on the BBC competition series, having first teamed up with Westlife singer Nicky Byrne back in 2012. This year, the dancer is teamed up with comedian and radio star Eddie Kadi, 40, but the pair have had a rollercoaster journey so far.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Eddie Kadi has revealed that his co-star Nigel Harman was unable to dance just hours before Saturday night’s live show. The comedian appeared on Good Morning Britain on Thursday 12 October, to talk all things dancing after he managed to bag the first 10 of the series on Saturday for his couple's choice routine. Revealing it wasn’t all plain sailing, Eddie said that several celebrities were hit with injuries in the lead up to the show, including Nigel.

Strictly Come Dancing is renowned for the pressure and hard work of the celebrity contestants, many of whom have little to no dancing experience when they join the battle for the glitterball trophy. And now the partner of Zara McDermott has spoken out about how it feels when you've been in the bottom two, shining a light on how difficult it can be to bounce back.

Gorka Marquez was quick to send a sweet message to his 'partner' Nikita Kanda as she opened up about her exit from Strictly Come Dancing. The couple faced elimination for the second consecutive week on the BBC show after their movie week jive on Saturday night.

Kate Garraway has shared a worrying update on her husband Derek Draper as she told how he'd wanted to attend the Pride of Britain with her as it took place on Sunday night (October 8). The Good Morning Britain host looked gorgeous as she hit the red carpet alone in an eye-catching pink and purple gown.

Gemma Atkinson has been flooded with compliments as she told fans she's a 'boss' while stunning in a red power suit. The Hits Radio host had her first night away from her son, who was born in July, as she attended the Pride of Britain Awards with her Strictly Come Dancing star beau Gorka Marquez.

Gemma Atkinson was seen swapping Gorka Marquez for his Strictly Come Dancing co-star as they posed for a smiling snap at the Pride of Britain Awards. The Hits Radio host was finally reunited with her fiance after four weeks apart due to him working on the BBC One dance contest.

A new BBC mini-series will tell the horrific story of sexual predator Jimmy Savile and his victims. The Reckoning, which will air on BBC1, stars Steve Coogan as disgraced DJ and entertainer Savile.

Janette Manrara had three words for her Strictly Come Dancing co-star Amy Dowden as they reunited for an evening at the Pirde of Britain Awards. The show's former professional dancer took to Instagram with a snap of herself and Amy twinning in pink for the emotional event.

Bobby Brazier has shared an emotional 'thank you' message after he was seen making it through to another week on Strictly Come Dancing. There was nothing stopping the EastEnders actor on Saturday night (October 7) as he unleashed his loose hips during his Movie Week performance.

Gemma Atkinson has shared the 'silver lining' in Gorka Marquez's exit from Strictly Come Dancing as she speaks out after missing the results playing out. The Hits Radio host was actually out with her fiance at the Pride of Britain Awards when the results show aired on Sunday night (October 8).

Gemma Atkinson has ruled out having a third baby - and cheekily told Gorka Marquez not to 'go near her' to ensure it doesn't happen.The couple, who have been together for more than five years, are already parents to four-year-old Mia and baby Thiago, who was born in July. Speaking to OK! at Sunday night's Pride of Britain Awards, Gemma, 38, told us her family was "complete" - and jokingly warned Gorka, 33, not to go near her for fear of falling pregnant again. On the transition from one to two children, former Strictly contestant Gemma told us: "It's a lot more relaxed because we know what to do now, it's not our first rodeo, so it's fine." She continued, "[We're] more worried, because obviously you think 'I've got two to keep an eye on'.

Gemma Atkinson has jokingly shared what Gorka Marquez will see when they're reunited this weekend after weeks apart. Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka has had to be away from his fiancee and their two children as he works on the current series of the BBC One dance contest.

This weekend's Pride of Britain Awards will provide a safe haven for couple Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez, who've been apart from each other for the last four weeks due to the latter's job on Strictly Come Dancing. It's not long since they welcomed their second child together, a son named Thiago, and in a series of Instagram Stories the former Hollyoaks actress, 38, shared her excitement over what's to come later in the week. "Today I have another final fitting for my Pride of Britain outfit with Ryan.

Strictly pro Neil Jones and Love Island star Chyna Mills have welcomed their first baby.