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EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis has jetted off to the Maldives with some of her closest friends amid reports that she has split from her boyfriend of seven years. The former Strictly Come Dancing winner, 27, has reportedly separated from boyfriend Sam Arnold after it was previously claimed that the pair had “drifted apart ” since her time on the show. However, the actress appears to have put the sad news behind her by heading to the sunny island for a very lavish getaway with her pals.

Rose Ayling-Ellis rocked a flattering black bikini as she soaked up the sun during her Maldives getaway.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis celebrates Giovanni Pernice's latest milestone after recent heartacheTaking to Instagram, the EastEnders actress shared a carousel of snaps from her lavish holiday. In one photo, the 27-year-old looked simply stunning as she relaxed on the shoreline wearing a chic black bikini.WATCH: Strictly star Rose Ayling-Ellis unveils first Barbie doll with hearing aidsRose moreover shared a mesmerising photograph of herself wading through the ocean at dusk.

Rose Ayling-Ellis posted a cryptic message on social media ahead of jetting off to Italy to meet Giovanni Pernice and his family in Italy.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis celebrates Giovanni Pernice's latest milestone after recent heartacheThe EastEnders actress, 27, who has recently split with her long-term boyfriend Sam Arnold, was captured in a photo shared by the MailOnline, posing beside her former partner, his sister Angela and Strictly professional and judge Anton Du Beke at Angela's dance studio in Sicily, Italy.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis pens heartwarming message to Giovanni PerniceAccording to the publication, Giovanni was reportedly filming a new BBC1 travel show with Anton, 56, when Rose turned up to surprise the pair.READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis looks 'besotted' in new photos as Giovanni Pernice prepares for StrictlySEE:  Giovanni Pernice's deep connection and protectiveness over Rose Ayling-Ellis explainedThe fun snap came just as Rose shared a cryptic message alongside a selection of photos from a fun night with her friends with cocktails in hand.A post shared by Rose Ayling-Ellis (@rose.a.e)Rose reunited with friendsCaptioning the post, she wrote: "Finally reunited. Forever grateful for good friends and good times."One of Rose's friends, featured in the snaps, reunited with the Strictly Come Dancing winner after being away in Australia for three years.

Grey’s Anatomy stars Ellen Pompeo and Patrick Dempsey, along with blackish leads Tracee Ellis Ross and Anthony Anderson and the late Chadwick Boseman, were honored as Legends Friday to help kick off D23 Expo: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event.

Tom Ellis is playing the role of supportive husband for his latest appearance!

Lucifer officially signed off, the Devil has set one last date. Only ET has the exclusive first look at the sixth and final season bloopers, featuring series stars Tom Ellis, Lauren German, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Kevin Alejandro, D.B. Woodside and Rachael Harris as they enjoy their last weeks on set. The minute-long gag reel opens with Ellis and German in character as Lucifer and Chloe, respectively, as they get into a dramatic headspace for a pivotal scene.

Giovanni Pernice has left some of his fans in tears as he shared an important message with them. The dancer is currently busy preparing for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing which returns to screens next Saturday (September 17).

Rose Ayling-Ellis has expressed her delight following her Strictly Come Dancing partner Giovanni Pernice's latest achievement.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis looks 'besotted' in new photos as Giovanni Pernice prepares for StrictlyTaking to Instagram on Tuesday, the professional dancer - who turned 32 earlier this week - revealed he is now officially learning how to do British Sign Language (BSL).WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis pens heartwarming message to Giovanni Pernice"Today I'm learning a new routine, can you guess what it is?" he told his fans, adding: "I'm learning some BSL. A journey I started last year after being partnered with Rose, who is now a close friend.

his Instagram today, September 5. This comes as rumours his 2021 winning partner Rose has fell victim to the Strictly 'curse'. The EastEnders star has reportedly split from her boyfriend Samuel, whom she had been with for seven years.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has put her recent heartache to one side to wish her Strictly Come Dancing dance partner, Giovanni Pernice, a happy birthday.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis looks 'besotted' in new photos as Giovanni Pernice prepares for StrictlyThe professional dancer, who turned 32 on Monday, received a heartwarming message from the EastEnders star, with whom he lifted the glitterball trophy last year.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis pens heartwarming message to Giovanni PerniceSharing a funny behind-the-scenes video of the pair dancing to Queen's Don't Stop Me Now, Rose wrote on Instagram Stories: "Happy birthday to you @giovannipernice. (One of my favourite videos of us! [laughing face emoji]… I wanna make a supersonic man outta you."READ: Giovanni Pernice's deep connection and protectiveness over Rose Ayling-Ellis explainedSEE: Rose Ayling-Ellis unveils stunning look as Giovanni Pernice prepares to meet new Strictly partnerGiovanni took to his own page to share a photo of himself, and said: "'Today is the oldest you have been, and the youngest you will ever be.' Happy bday to me ! (only 32)." In response, Rose stated: "Lovely photo! Happy Birthday Gio!"Last week it was revealed that Rose and her partner of almost a decade, Sam Arnold, had called time on their relationship.

Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis has reportedly split from her boyfriend Samuel Arnold after seven years together. It’s said that the pair have amicably parted ways after spending a lot of time apart while Rose was on tour. A source told The Sun: ‘Rose and Sam’s relationship is definitely over.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has been at the centre of rumours that she and boyfriend Sam Arnold have been going through a rocky time in their relationship. The Strictly Come Dancing winner, 27, has reportedly been hit with the show’s “curse” following her win on the BBC show last year. The EastEnders actress became the first ever deaf contestant to win the Glitterball trophy last year alongside professional dancer Giovanni Pernice and in recent times it’s been said that the star has split from her boyfriend.

Rose Ayling-Ellis gave a powerful speech during the Alternative MacTaggart lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival this past weekend, where the actress opened up about the challenges those who cannot hear face daily.MORE: Rose Ayling- Ellis breaks silence following breakup reportsIn a new Instagram post, shared on Tuesday, the current Strictly Come Dancing winner shared the full video of her powerful speech and revealed it was the "hardest thing I ever done".WATCH: Strictly star Rose Ayling-Ellis unveils first Barbie doll with hearing aids"The video of my full speech is now up. The link is in my bio," she began to write alongside a picture of her up on stage at the festival.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis confirms exciting new role after EastEnders exitREAD: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis reveals transformation for very special reason"What you seen so far is only a glimpse of whole speech.

Rose Ayling Ellis has jetted off on holiday amid reports that her and her boyfriend of seven years, Sam Arnold, have "grown apart".MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis confirms exciting new role after EastEnders exitTaking to Instagram, the 27-year-old actress shared a hilarious video as she turned down her cochlear implant whilst sitting on an aeroplane ahead of her flight. In the clip, the star looks ultra-styling rocking a white denim jacket and gold hoop earrings.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis shares hilarious video ahead of exciting holidayCaptioning the video she wrote: "Baby crying on the plane…#deafgain." The exciting trip away came after reports in The Sun that she and her boyfriend of seven years Sam Arnold, have drifted apart due to Rose's busy work schedule.READ: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis reveals transformation for very special reasonSEE: Rose Ayling-Ellis shares rare family photo for heartwarming reasonRose has kept her relationship with Sam out of the spotlight but, from time to time, has shared little updates with him for fans on social media.

Rose Ayling-Ellis' pals are reportedly concerned that she and boyfriend Sam Arnold have been hit by the Strictly Come Dancing curse following her win on the show.The 27 year old became the first ever deaf contestant to win the Glitterball trophy last year alongside professional dancer Giovanni Pernice – who fans were convinced was in love with her. Following her victory, the star has been inundated with opportunities as she went on tour with Strictly, signed a CBeebies Bedtime Story for Deaf Awareness Week and unveiled the first Barbie doll with hearing aids.

Alternative MacTaggart lecturer Rose Ayling-Ellis has revealed the crushing pressure of feeling like “the poster girl for the deaf community” as she urged the TV world to “be braver and have the courage to make changes.”

EXCLUSIVE: Rose Ayling-Ellis, the Strictly Come Dancing winner who is delivering this year’s Edinburgh TV Festival 2022 Alternative MacTaggart, is developing a comedy-drama about deaf women dating in London.

Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis has revealed her next career move after quitting EastEnders. Earlier this month the actress announced that she will leave the BBC One soap after two years of playing Frankie Lewis.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has announced a new TV project following her departure from BBC One soap EastEnders.The 27 year old actress, who recently shared a string of BTS snaps from her time on EastEnders, is set to front a new BBC documentary titled Signs For Change, which will focus on the daily challenges and barriers faced by deaf individuals. Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose will explore "positive movement for societal change" and inclusion for deaf individuals, while also using her own experiences pushing for change.

When His Dark Materials writer Jack Thorne stepped up to the Edinburgh TV Festival MacTaggart podium last year in an audience-less room, he wanted to address an issue that had felt hopelessly ignored in the mainstream through past decades.

After recently announcing her departure from EastEnders, actress Rose Ayling-Ellis has shared a secret from behind-the-scenes at the BBC One soap. Revealing an insight into the show, the Strictly Come Dancing champion exclusively told OK! how the washing machines in the programme’s famous laundrette aren’t real. She told us: “You know the washing machines in the laundrette? Well, they have a man behind them who winds them up to make them look like they’re real washing machines.

As this year’s Strictly hopefuls get ready to slip on their sequins and strut their stuff, it’s not surprising to hear that last year’s winner, Rose Ayling-Ellis, is feeling a tug at her heartstrings. “I really miss it,” the EastEnders actress, who was partnered with pro Giovanni Pernice, tells us.

“Black Panther” star, the late Chadwick Boseman, “Grey’s Anatomy” actress Ellen Pompeo, and “black-ish” alum Tracee Elliss Ross are among the 2022 Disney Legends Honorees set to be honored at this year’s D23 Expo.Also being honored are Anthony Anderson, Kristen Bell, Rob’t Coltrin, Patrick Dempsey, Robert Price “Bob” Foster, Jonathan Groff, Don Hahn, Josh Gad, Doris Hardoon, Idina Menzel and Chris Montan, at a ceremony hosted by Tamron Hall.The Disney Legends Award is given to individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the Disney legacy. The awards have been given away for 35 years.

Strictly Come Dancing champion Rose Ayling-Ellis has shared a collection of behind-the-scenes snaps from EastEnders amid her exit news. It was announced earlier on Thursday that Rose, 27, who won Strictly in 2021 with Giovanni Pernice, would be leaving the hit BBC One soap as Frankie Lewis after first joining in 2020.Taking to Instagram after the news was announced, Rose shared a collection of photos from her time on EastEnders from the first photo of Frankie to her "very last day on the square".The actress penned: "Start from my very last day on the square, to my first successful pint in The Vic and end with the first photo of Frankie.

Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis is leaving EastEnders later this year, the BBC has announced.The actress, 27, won Strictly’s glitterball trophy last year alongside professional partner Giovanni Pernice, marking a historic win on the BBC One show as she became the first deaf contestant to take part. She joined EastEnders in 2020 playing Frankie Lewis.

Love Island star Tasha Ghouri is among those heaping praise on Rose Ayling-Ellis as she teams up with Barbie to unveil a first-of-its-kind doll. The Strictly Come Dancing winner has joined Mattel to unveil their first doll with behind-the-ear hearing aids.

Strictly Come Dancing star Rose Ayling-Ellis has teamed up with Barbie to unveil their first doll with behind-the-ear hearing aids. The EastEnders actress, who won the dance competition in 2021, features in the Rose, Barbie & Friends campaign. She is photographed alongside a cast of diverse models who reflect the new line of dolls, which includes the first Ken doll with vitiligo, a Barbie with a prosthetic limb and another with a wheelchair.

Tom Ellis and his wife Meaghan Oppenheimer have made a rare appearance together!

Strictly Come Dancing star Rose Ayling-Ellis has teamed up with Mattel to unveil the first Barbie with behind-the-ear hearing aids.The deaf EastEnders actress and 2021 winner of the dance competition, who recently showed off her stunning new blonde hair colour, features in the Rose, Barbie & Friends campaign.The 27 year old is photographed alongside a cast of diverse models who reflect the new line of dolls, which includes the first Ken doll with vitiligo, one with a prosthetic limb and another with a wheelchair. Rose, who has been deaf since birth, said: "It’s so important for children to be able to see themselves represented in the toys they play with.

Rose Ayling-Ellis is enjoying some time with her loved ones, having travelled back home to be with her family during the summer.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis unveils stunning look as Giovanni Pernice prepares to meet new Strictly partnerTaking to Instagram Stories on Thursday, the Strictly Come Dancing star - who made history on the BBC show last year – shared two adorable pictures with a puppy, and the actress looked utterly besotted!WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis supports Giovanni Pernice"Cutest dog ever," she remarked, later adding: "I can't get over him [heart eyes emoji]."MORE: Strictly's Giovanni Pernice pokes fun at Rose Ayling-Ellis in funny clipREAD: Giovanni Pernice's deep connection and protectiveness over Rose Ayling-Ellis explainedThe heartwarming post comes as her dance partner Giovanni Pernice prepares to meet his new celebrity partner for the upcoming series of Strictly.The professional dancer has been sharing updates and a behind-the-scenes image from dance rehearsals with fellow pros - including newcomer Lauren Oakley. Rose and Giovanni have become hugely popular since being crowned winners of the 2021 series.