Neil Jones lands new role away from Strictly after failing to get celebrity partner

Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin might be partnered with Layton Williams this year, but fans of the series could enjoy a spin around the ballroom with the pro in his new role. Nikita is one of the pro dancers for the BBC One show and has been stunning audiences this season with his performances alongside Layton.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Katya Jones has reportedly split from her footballer boyfriend, William Abbotts, to focus on the show. The 34 year old Russian-born star is currently dancing with actor Nigel Harman, 50, in the BBC dance competition.

Home and Away's new star, Ally Harris, has shared her personal journey with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).The 26 year old actress, who plays nurse Dana Matheson on the popular Aussie soap, didn't know she had the condition until she was an adult. Ally, who also starred in The Claremont Murders and Harrow before joining Home and Away, admitted that she struggled to decide on a career path during her school years. Despite this, her ADHD hasn't stopped her from achieving her goals.The Channel 5 star confessed that growing up without knowing she had ADHD made her feel inadequate at times.

Helen Skelton has landed a brand new role in somewhat of a career change - and she's 'thrilled'. The Countryfile and On The Farm star is currently on the promotion trail for her new book, In My Stride. But while she's already a busy woman, her next role has been revealed.

Coronation Street’s Sue Cleaver is taking a break from the ITV soap to star in a hit musical. The 60 year old actress, who has played much-loved Cobbles character Eileen Grimshaw since 2000, has landed a role in the stage version of popular film Sister Act.

Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver will be treading the boards and not the cobbles next year as she's bagged a new role away from the ITV soap. The actress is famed for playing Eileen Grimshaw in the long-running show.

Strictly star Neil Jones and his Love Island star partner Chyna Mills have revealed the unique name of their daughter after welcoming their first child together earlier this month.

Jody Cundy CBE and Jowita Przystal have become the latest pair to leave Strictly Come Dancing. The couple were axed after Eddie Kadi and Karen Hauer were saved by judges Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke, and Shirley Ballas.

Strictly Come Dancing star Jody Cundy has seen his dancing journey come to end - after he finally overcame a 'fear'. The Paralympic champion said he had an “absolute blast” on Strictly Come Dancing as he became the third celebrity to be eliminated from the dance competition.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have said 'bless him' as Jody Cundy became the third celebrity contestant to leave the competition. The athlete, who celebrated his 45th birthday during Saturday’s live show, ended up in the dreaded dance-off with his dance partner Jowita Przystal.

Gorka Marquez has opened up about his gruelling schedule as he juggles Strictly Come Dancing training and rehearsals as well as being a father-of-two.

Strictly Come Dancing star Neil Jones has revealed the name of his first child. The professional dancer announced earlier this month that his Love Island star fiancée Chyna Mill had given birth to a baby girl.

Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez shared details of an 'exclusive' group he and some of his co-stars are part of. The dancer, who unfortunately left the competition during week three with celebrity dance partner Nikita Kanda, was opening up about juggling the show and being a new dad-of-two.

Neil Jones may not have a Strictly Come Dancing partner this year, but when it comes to the celebrity contestants, he's certainly got their back. Speaking to OK! this week, the professional dancer, 29, defended Layton Williams, who has received backlash since joining the show for his previous dancing experience.

We know him best for his brutal critiques on Strictly Come Dancing, but show judge Craig Revel Horwood has revealed he is about to embark on a new career venture away from the BBC show. The 58 year old dance expert, who has been a judge on the show since its inception in 2004, will soon be stepping back into the spotlight as part of the cast of the The Wizard of Oz! Craig will be stepping into the formidable shoes of The Wicked Witch of The West, during the show’s UK and Ireland tour throughout 2023 and 2024, as part of a memorable new musical adaptation of the L. Frank Baum novel.

Neil Jones and Chyna Mills looked like they were taking parenthood in their stride this week after being spotted heading out for the first since since welcoming their baby daughter last week. The couple, who were seen visiting a nail salon in Leeds, wrapped their tiny tot in cosy blankets for the day out as they took it in turns to hold their adorable baby daughter. Strictly Pro dancer Neil, 41, kept his outing casual by opting for a grey hoody and black jeans while his fiancée Chyna, who rose to fame on hit ITV2 dating show Love Island last year, was seen donning a baby carrier while looking stylish in a comfy loungewear set.

In the picturesque landscapes of Yorkshire, the popular stars of Our Yorkshire Farm, Amanda and Clive Owen, have once again joined forces.This time, they've set their sights on a colossal renovation project, a world away from the familiar surroundings of Ravenseat Farm. The couple, who have been married since 2000 and share nine children, made headlines when they announced their separation in June 2022. Consequently, Channel 5 decided to put their hit series on hold.

Some Strictly Come Dancing viewers appear to have spotted an issue with the show's epic Barbie-themed routine. On the whole, fans of the BBC One dance contest were beside themselves as the professional dancers kicked off Movie Week results night with a performance dedicated to Greta Gerwig's blockbuster.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were swooning over Gorka Marquez on Sunday night as the professional dancer channelled Ryan Gosling's Ken for a Barbie-themed routine.

Brave Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has told fans she feels more herself again following her cancer battle. On Instagram, she told how she "had the best morning," after picking out a selection of wigs to wear, saying they have "given me my confidence back."