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Comedian Sean Lock died from lung cancer, it has now been confirmed by his friend Bill Bailey. On Wednesday, the 8 Out Of 10 Cats star's agent announced that he had tragically passed away at age 58 following a battle with cancer.

Sean Lock, the UK TV personality known for his deadpan style and appearances on panel shows such as 8 Out Of 10 Cats, has died at the age of 58.

The line-up for this year's Strictly Come Dancing is being announced thick and fast with John Whaite becoming the latest name announced for the hit BBC show.

EXCLUSIVE: Fantasy film Man & Witch has announced the addition of Jennifer Saunders (Absolutely Fabulous, Shrek), Eddie Izzard (The Riches, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance), Daniel Portman (Game of Thrones), Bill Bailey, (Black Books, Spaced), and more as shooting wraps in Los Angeles and Scotland.

If you've ever watched Strictly Come Dancing, you'll know all about the Mabuse sisters. Professional dancer Oti, 30, has led two of her celebrity partners to victory - comedian Bill Bailey in 2020 and actor Kelvin Fletcher the year before - while her older sister Motsi, 40, is on the judging panel having replaced Darcey Bussell.

Comedian Bill Bailey has confirmed that he is now writing a song to put forward as the UK’s entry for next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.After James Newman came last in the 2021 contest last month – scoring zero points with his song ‘Embers’ – Bailey tweeted that he would “be happy to throw my hat in the ring”.Asked by the Radio Times if that was a serious comment, he said: “Yes. Do you know what? I was writing [a Eurovision song] today.

Gallery: The Oscar goes to…. The top 10 most iconic moments in Academy Awards history (BANG Showbiz)Adrian Dunbar, Bill Bailey, and Oti Mabuse were among the guest presenters at the event.

Bill Bailey has confirmed that he is writing a song to submit as a potential UK entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2022.The musical comic initially threw his hat in the ring last month, after James Newman’s performance in Rotterdam saw the UK earning a dreaded “nul points”.Posting on Twitter after the loss, Bailey said he would “be happy to throw my hat in the ring” for next year’s event, and make an unlikely bid for glory.Appearing at last night’s BAFTA TV Awards 2021 red carpet, the comic

The Masked Dancer viewers have been left shocked as they discovered Eddie the Eagle was Rubber Chicken. Fans of the ITV dancing show struggled to hide their surprise as the 57 year old Olympian was the latest star to be unmasked on Tuesday 1 June's episode.

Good Morning Britain, commenting on the fact that Newman, representing the UK, received zero points for his performance.“It was a serviceable song and performance, nothing wrong with that,” Bailey said on the show yesterday (May 25), per the Independent. “I just think we’re missing a trick a little bit.

Bill Bailey has revealed he tried to enter the Eurovision Song Contest once before, but was turned down by the BBC for being "too silly".The Strictly Come Dancing 2020 champion tweeted to say that he wanted to represent the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest after James Newman's disastrous nil points last place effort, and has told Good Morning Britain that James's song was "underwhelming", adding that he had written his own entry previously.

Bill Bailey has offered to perform as the UK’s entry for Eurovision 2022, after this year’s representative finished without a single point.The 56-year-old comedian, actor, musician, and Strictly-winning dancer posted on Twitter today (May 23): “I’d be happy to throw my hat in the ring for #Eurovision 2022”.James Newman’s performance of ‘Embers’ scored zero points across the board last night (May 22) – the fifth time the UK has finished last, and only the second time with a total points wipeout,

Oti Mabuse has been taking lifestyle and diet tips from Bill Bailey. The dancer, who lifted the glitterball trophy with comedian Bailey in the 2020 series, said the star had introduced her to the ketogenic diet - and sticking to it had made her feel “much better” about herself.

Strictly Come Dancing's Oti Mabuse and the ballroom dancing revelation that was Bill Bailey lifted the Glitterball Trophy to glory, as the show managed to safely navigate filming with Covid restrictions, and salvage the last part of 2020 for us all.

Bill Bailey, Emily Atack, Jamali Maddix and Judi Love are on the celebrity pa nel with a new guest panellist each week. Episode one saw Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen join the judges.

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Love Island star Curtis Pritchard has admitted he no longer speaks to his pals from the show. While appearing on Steph’s Packed Lunch with his brother AJ Pritchard, Strictly’s Bill Bailey asked Curtis whether he still speaks to his co-stars.The reality star, 24, replied: "I haven't, no.

Oti Mabuse has debuted a brand new, dramatically different hairstyle – and fans are in love. The Strictly Come Dancing icon showed off her incredible new shorter look as she revealed the return of her online dance classes to help families keep fit during lockdown.

Strictly Come Dancing 2020 champion Bill Bailey has reflected on his success.Partnered with Oti Mabuse during the most recent series, the comedian and actor sailed to victory while mesmerising the judging panel each week.

Never Mind The Buzzcocks reboot, saying that working on the show was “some of the best fun I’ve ever had on television”.Back in September, it was reported that the much-loved BBC panel show was to return to screens on Sky.“I don’t think there is a show that’s similar now,” Bailey told The Mirror in a new interview. “I don’t think there is anything that’s replaced it.

Bill Bailey was excitedly announced as the new Strictly Come Dancing champion alongside professional dancer Oti Mabuse this month after the pair fought off fierce competition from fellow finalists HRVY and Janette Manrara, Jamie Laing and Karen Hauer and Maisie Smith and Gorka Marquez. And it looks like Oti, 30, has celebrated the occasion by heading home and getting her fantastic festive decor at the ready.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez took to social media this week to pay tribute to his celebrity dance partner Maisie Smith. The pair made it all the way to the Strictly final at the weekend but lost out on the glitterball trophy to comedian Bill Bailey and his dance partner Oti Mabuse.

Gorka Marquez has been spotted going on a leisurely stroll with his other half Gemma Atkinson and their daughter Mia. It's the first time the professional dancer has stepped out with his family since the Strictly Come Dancing final on Saturday, which saw Oti Mabuse and comedian Bill Bailey take home the Glitterball trophy.The 30 year old wrapped up warm for the occasion as he donned a white hoodie under a black coat and brown cargo trousers alongside some grey trainers.

Maisie Smith has been photographed putting on a casual display days after the Strictly Come Dancing final. The 19 year old made it to the finals of the popular BBC show with professional dance partner Gorka Marquez, but missed out on winning to Oti Mabuse and comedian Bill Bailey.

Comedian Bill Bailey is this year's winner of Strictly Come Dancing. The 55 year old lifted the glitterball trophy on Saturday night alongside his professional dance partner Oti Mabuse, 30.The pair fought off fierce competition from fellow finalists Jamie Laing and Karen Hauer, HRVY and Janette Manrara, and Maisie Smith and Gorka Marquez.

Strictly Come Dancing's Gorka Marquez has shared photos of his heartwarming reunion with baby daughter Mia after spending the last 78 days away from his family to take part in the competition. Dancers and their celebrity partners formed bubbles together due to restrictions imposed by the pandemic, which also saw Strictly winner Oti Mabuse joining Bill Bailey's bubble and being separated from her husband Marius Lepure - and their very adorable puppy.

Gallery: Why did these 7 Gogglebox stars quit the show? (Hello!)He said: 'Bill Bailey winning Strictly Come Dancing is the best Christmas present I could ever ask for. He is a hero.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Professional dancer Janette Manrara has spoken out following her loss on Saturday's Strictly Come Dancing finale.