Strictly veteran Goodman shocked fans by quitting the show after 12 years amid a huge furore, as favourite Du Beke was snubbed in favour of dance teacher Shirley Ballas, 56, taking on the role. The 73-year-old has now slammed the idea of the popular dance partner having a seat on the judges’ panel, saying he […]
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Pitch Battle: Will Young takes judging SWIPE at Len Goodman and Simon Cowell
The 38-year-old took part in BBC One’s new entertainment series, where 30 of the country’s best choirs and vocal groups battle it out in a series of sing-or-be-sung-off vocal challenges. BRIT Award winner and former choirboy Will hinted this evening at his Strictly Come Dancing exit eight months ago. The Pop Idol winner also made […]
Strictly Come Dancing 2017: Shirley Ballas set for second audition to replace Len Goodman
The 56-year-old ballroom expert is said to have impressed bosses who are keen for another lady to join the panel. Reportedly involved in “secret screen tests” with the BBC, a show insider said: “They are definitely interested in Shirley and she’s the only one they’ve wanted to have another look at, which has to be […]
Strictly Come Dancing 2017: 'Clear favourite' emerges to replace judge Len Goodman
The head judge quit last series after 12 years on the show and speculation has been rife over who will take his place. Gary Edwards, 50, is now being tipped by bookmakers to waltz his way onto the panel, ahead of former favourite Anton du Beke. The Romford-born dancer, who holds 30 international titles, currently […]
Strictly Come Dancing’s merry dance in the search for a new Len Goodman
Darcey Bussell, Craig Revel-Horwood and Bruno Tonioli are expected to remain on the panel but none of them is likely to take the place of Len, who stepped down last year. The BBC has indicated the new head judge must have a traditional dance pedigree and not the more flamboyant Latin style. A senior BBC […]
NTAs 2017: Mary Berry’s brilliant reaction as she beats Len Goodman to best TV judge
NATIONAL treasure Mary Berry emerged victorious at the National Television Awards last night. Daily Express :: TV and Radio Feed
