Strictly's Tess Daly celebrates birthday with huge cake and presents as fans 'can't believe' her age

Ex-Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach, 23, has addressed her future on the show during an episode of Drama Queens. On the ITVBe reality series that follows the lives of soap actresses, Ellie was chatting with fellow Corrie star Lucy Fallon (Bethany Platt).The pair were together at an event held by Brooke Vincent (Sophie Webster) for a launch of part of her business Oh So B, and were joined by Corrie legends including Sally Dynevor (Sally Metcalfe) and Helen Flanagan (Rosie Webster). Ellie left Coronation Street after 12 years of playing Faye Windass.

Tess Daly has been told she 'hasn't changed' as she took a trip down memory lane and shared one of many throwback snaps with her fans. The Strictly Come Dancing host appeared to have been looking through an old catalogue from her modelling portfolio after starting her career in the industry.

Tess Daly left fans stunned as she was seen alongside her husband Vernon Kay as she said 'thanks for the memories'. The couple, who tied the knot in 2003 and celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary last year, revealed they've been soaking up the sun on an Easter break.

Ellie Leach has shared a rather cryptic post to her Instagram stories just days after fans saw her break down after learning her ex had spoken to the press about their relationship.The Strictly Come Dancing champion, 23, posted on Monday, 15 April, that she was having a rather relaxing evening in. Sharing a photo of a flower and a candle inside a house-shaped holder to her stories, Ellie wrote that she was in her "safe space." She picked the song Care by Sonder to add a musical soundtrack to the image. Ellie's post comes just days after the first episode of her new reality show Drama Queens aired on ITV.

Bobby Brazier has put rumours to rest and reportedly signed on the dotted line for another year on EastEnders, after much speculation about his future on the show. The 20 year old actor and model, who became a hot property following his stint on Strictly Come Dancing last year, was rumoured to be considering leaving the iconic BBC soap. However, he's decided to stick around as Freddie Slater, much to the relief of show bosses who see him as a rising star in Walford.

Ellie Leach has reacted to scenes which saw her break down in tears over her ex cheating on her on the debut of Drama Queens. The new show aired its first episode on ITVBe on Wednesday night (April 10) and stars the former Coronation Street actress alongside fellow soap stars including Lucy Fallon, Amy Walsh and her real-life cousin Brooke Vincent.

Ellie Leach was left in tears after discovering her ex-boyfriend had spoken to the press about their relationship. The Coronation Street actress, who is currently on the Strictly Come Dancing tour, opened up about the situation during the first episode of ITV's new reality show, Drama Queens. The series follows the lives of several soap stars, including Ellie, Lucy Fallon and Rita Simons.

Helen Flanagan laughed as she declared 'for once' to fans as she gave them a glimpse at her child-free evening. The actress has been back in good spirits and sharing parts of her life on social media after a recent struggle with her mental health.

Emmerdale star Amy Walsh has shared an admission about her new marriage as she prepares for move away from the ITV soap. The actress has opened up her home life to the cameras for the first time in the new ITVBe reality series Drama Queens.

Emmerdale actress Amy Walsh, who plays Tracy Metcalfe, revealed her biggest worry about filming alongside her EastEnders star husband Toby-Alexander Smith for their new reality soap series, Drama Queens. The 37 year old Emmerdale favourite is part of the star-studded cast for the series, which also features Rita Simons, Ellie Leach, Brooke Vincent, Jamelia, Jorgie Porter, Laura Norton, Lucy Fallon and Roxy Shahidi. Exploring the personal lives of our beloved soap stars, Drama Queens will premiere on Wednesday 10 April at 9pm with eight episodes in total As part of the show, Amy will be giving fans a sneak peek into her domestic life with Toby and their little daughter Bonnie.

Jorgie Porter adores being on camera so she embraced filming her new series Drama Queens – until she realised she was ovulating and a TV crew were in her bedroom.The Hollyoaks star has signed up for ITVBe’s new reality show alongside her soap star pals Ellie Leach, Lucy Fallon, Rita Simons, Laura Norton, Roxy Shahidi, Jamelia, Brooke Vincent and Amy Walsh.They’ll all be sharing their lives on and off camera. Jorgie, 36, who plays Theresa McQueen in Hollyoaks, welcomed son Forest in November 2022 with fiancé Oliver Piotrowski. Now she wants to start trying for a second child – just as soon as she can get a moment alone with Oliver.

When it comes to romance, it’s safe to say that EastEnders star Bobby Brazier is a man in high demand, with his charming smile and cheeky personality quickly capturing the hearts of fans across the country. But while the soap star and Strictly Come Dancing sensation may have failed to find a happy ending with Coronation Street ’s Ellie Leach, it appears the young star may have found romance in Albert Square instead.

Radio 2 listeners were in for a shock on Thursday morning when usual host Zoe Ball was replaced by Radio royalty Tony Blackburn. Earlier in the week Tony had emotionally signed off on his last show for BBC Berkshire, Oxford and Solent.

Vernon Kay was left red in the face after he was forced to apologise to listeners after a 'slip of the tongue'.

Ellie Leach has shared the reality of her 'morning wake-up call' from Vito Coppola as the Strictly Come Dancing winners continue to show their adorable friendship on social media. Actress Ellie recently hit back after she was subject to comments about her and Vito's relationship.

Helen Flanagan has broken her social media silence after several weeks. The actress opened up to her fans and followers for the first time since late January and revealed she'd been struggling with her mental health and had a 'bad reaction' to medication that sent her into 'psychosis'.

Giovanni Pernice was supported at one of his latest shows by one of his former Strictly Come Dancing partners after he addressed his most recent partnership with Amanda Abbington which came to an abrupt end during the 2023 series.

Giovanni Pernice has been backed by his former Strictly Come Dancing partner amid the drama surrounding Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington.

BBC Strictly professional dancer Giovanni Pernice has received support from his old Strictly partner during the ongoing controversy with Amanda Abbington. Former Sherlock actress Amanda, 52, claimed she got PTSD after dancing with 33 year old Italian Giovanni on Strictly Come Dancing last year, leaving the show for "medical reasons".Then, it emerged that the mother of two got a "big name lawyer" to retrieve her practice videos from the BBC.

Bobby Brazier was already a rising star when he bagged the role of Freddy on EastEnders in September 2022. But after his dazzling stint on Strictly Come Dancing last year, the son of Jeff Brazier and the late Jade Goody could be destined for something completely different.