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Edinburgh Live
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Dianne Buswell addresses 'emotional rollercoaster' as she 'clicks' with Strictly co-star
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Dianne Buswell has opened up about an "emotional rollercoaster" she's about to present to the world alongside her Strictly co-star. The Aussie dancer, 36, has enjoyed a fair bit of success of late, having scooped the coveted Glitterball Trophy with Chris McCausland last year, before winning a BAFTA TV Award for their Waltz to You'll Never Walk Alone. Since then, the Strictly Come Dancing professional has been gearing up for a new dance project, the 'Red Hot and Ready' tour, with another familiar face from the beloved BBC competition. Set to launch next month, Dianne said she's "so excited" about the show, which has been "two years in the making." To cap things off, she's also shared insights into the dynamic she has with her co-star on the tour, Vito Coppola. (Image: BBC) Dianne told Heat magazine: "There's things in there that you'd never see us do on Strictly, I'll put it that way! It's an emotional rollercoaster. We want people to laugh and cry with us." (sic) She continued: "From day one, Vito and I just clicked. He reminded me a lot of my Italian mum's family with his personality, his mindset and the things he would say. He could literally be my crazy cousin!" Dianne added that it was a "no-brainer" for them to embark on this project together, highlighting the "camaraderie" they share. However, it isn't the only new gig for the dancer, as Dianne has also returned to Australia to work on the kids' show Bluey. Dianne is now part of the new Bluey Dancealongs on the show's YouTube channel. In her role, she choreographed and appeared in five dance videos for the series featuring young fans of the animated show. Speaking about the programme, Dianne remarked that it was "cool" to be part of it. (Image: Getty Images for BAFTA) Dianne said: "How cool that I got to go to Bluey's World in Australia to dance in Bluey's house with some incredibly talented kids dancing to some of Bluey's favourite tunes." She added that she loves Bluey's "message" to both children and adults alike, saying she "can't wait" to see people attempting the dance moves and "joining in the party". Dianne first appeared on Strictly with Reverend Richard Coles in 2017, but sadly left the competition in week three. However, she reached the final with Joe Sugg (whom she's currently dating) the following year. Her career has seen her appear on So You Think You Can Dance Australia and Dancing with the Stars Australia. According to the BBC, she's also an Australian Open Champion and has been an Amateur Australian Open finalist four times in Ballroom and Latin dancing. Her other former celebrity dance partners included DJ Dev Griffin, Max George, Robert Webb, Tyler West, and Bobby Brazier. After that, she was teamed up with Chris McCausland, the show's first-ever blind contestant.
Metro
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Chris McCausland hails how disabled people 'really are capable of so much more'
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland hailed the Scope Awards as proving that the disabled community 'really are capable of so much more than others might think so.' Chris, 47, a winner on the dancing show last year, scooped the gong for Celebrity Role Model at the awards last night. The comedian said: 'It really is an honour to get to represent those of us with a disability on some of the biggest shows on the telly, and to get to show everybody else out there that we really are capable of so much more than others might think so.' The blind comedian from Liverpool is currently on a UK tour and beat other celebrities, including campaigner Sophie Morgan and musician Jordan Stephens, to the award. Chris lost his sight gradually due to a genetic condition called Retinitis Pigmentosa and said last night, 'there really are no limits to what we can do' and joked in his acceptance speech: 'Although I do have somebody else do the driving on this tour, because there have to be some.' Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. The awards at the Kia Oval were hosted by Hollywood actor Adam Pearson, and the winners were a group of attitude-changing individuals trying to create an equal future for disabled people. Among them were Inkfire – the UK's first all disabled graphic design agency set up by husband and wife Imali and Cameron Chislett – won the inclusive workplace award. Trailo – an app that aims to help disabled students with presentation anxiety won the accessible product of the year, and Reverse the Ban York – a group of campaigners who fought for years to lift the permanent ban on blue badge holders parking in York city centre- won the community group award. Accessible Product – Tailo by Estendio – Celebrity Role Model – Chris McCausland Community Group – Reverse the Ban York Journalist – Frances Ryan Frances Inclusive Workplace – Inkfire – Social Media Influencer – Tumi Sotire Media Moment – The Assembly – Purple Pioneer – Steph Blanco Marketing Campaign – Crohn's and Colitis UK The Purple Pioneer award – that honours an individual who has advanced disability equality in their local community – was taken home by Stephanie-Roxanne Blanco. Stephanie is a trustee and vice-chair of FND Dimensions, and aims to develop a network of support groups for people diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorders. MORE: 'My life is a ticking time bomb – I worry about running out of days to make change' 'My life is a ticking time bomb – I worry about running out of days to make change' MORE: 'I was deaf first then Black - now I tell my story on the stage' MORE: 'It's a dark time to be disabled in the UK right now' She champions disability equality across her work and her research, and her TEDx talk about hidden disabilities has changed attitudes. Shani Dhanda, head judge of this year's awards, said they are a 'true celebration of disability equality champions.' She added: 'Each of the nominees is making a huge difference to improve disabled people's lives, remove barriers and transform attitudes. Metro is also the official media partner of 2025 Scope Awards that took place tonight. The ceremony celebrated the work disabled people and organisations are doing to bring about important change. Hosted by the BAFTA-nominated actor Adam Pearson, unsung heroes, amazing achievements and the incredible accolades of the disabled community were all honoured at the Kia Oval. There are 38 nominees for the nine Scope Awards: Accessible Product, Celebrity Role Model, Community Group, Inclusive Workplace, Journalist, Marketing Campaign, Media Moment, Purple Pioneer and Social Media Influencer. 'Our winners demonstrate the tireless work being done to end disability inequality in so many aspects of society – from local community groups to national television stars and social media sensations. More Trending 'It's an especially challenging time to be a disabled person in the UK. 'That makes it more important than ever for our community to come together. To recognise and celebrate those who are striving for an equal future where disabled people can thrive and be authentically themselves.' Lyn Warren, Chief HR Officer at Evri, a sponsor of the awards said: 'It's so inspiring to be in a room full of gamechangers and I am committed to making Evri an amazing place to work for all, where accessibility and opportunity go hand in hand.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Strictly star lands new TV gig in Australia – and it's worlds away from the ballroom
A POPULAR Strictly Come Dancing star has landed a new TV gig in Australia - and it's worlds away from the ballroom. Dianne Buswell - who won Strictly last year with comedian Chris McCausland - is now taking on a whole new challenge, in her native country. 6 6 6 6 Now it's been revealed the in demand Strictly pro dancer has been snapped up to join the Bluey cartoon family. The show is made in Australia, and Dianne features on their new digital series, Blueydancealongs. Filmed in Brisbane, the Australian dancer returned to home soil to shoot the new show, which is being produced by BBC studios. Dianne choreographs and stars in a series of five dance videos. Each video features a beloved song from the popular cartoon and takes place in a different location within Bluey's World. Dianne is also joined by young fans of the show, who she will seen teaching dance routines to. Speaking about being the show, the popular star said: "How cool that I got to go to Bluey's World in Australia to dance in Bluey's house with some incredibly talented kids dancing to some of Bluey's favourite tunes. "I love the message that Bluey sends out, to not just kids but grownups too. "I can't wait to see everybody trying the dance moves at home and joining in the party." HECTIC SCHEDULE It comes after Dianne recently told The Sun On Sunday how she wants to start a family soon, but at the moment her work schedule is just to hectic. Strictly's Dianne Buswell stuns in black swimsuit on the beach as she enjoys Christmas with Joe Sugg and her poorly dad The dancer is in a relationship with YouTuber Joe Sugg, who she met when they competed together on Strictly in 2018. In our exclusive interview last weekend, she said: 'I would like to have children, 100 per cent. 'Joe and I love kids, and that's definitely something that we would absolutely love. I haven't really thought about how many I would like. It will definitely happen.' But Dianne said one of her biggest challenges may just be finding the right time. 6 As well as her new Bluey show, she and fellow Strictly pro Vito Coppola have just announced a 30-date tour, Red Hot And Ready, starting next month. Dianne and her winning Strictly partner Chris — the programme's first blind contestant — have also just launched their own podcast, Winning Isn't Everything. On the prospect of motherhood, Dianne said: 'It is quite tough because my job is quite demanding, and I love it so much. 'It is a tough one to balance out and think about. It would take a lot of thought, but eventually one day we will get there, but there is lots happening at the moment. It will happen when it's supposed to.' BECOMING A STAR Dianne toured with hit show Burn The Floor in 2011, and also appeared on So You Think You Can Dance Australia. In 2015, she starred in Australia's version of Strictly and landed the role in the UK show in 2017. As well as dancing, she and Joe are one of social media's highest- earning couples in the UK, with a reported combined fortune of £8.8million. 6
The Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Strictly finalist left red-faced as she's brutally snubbed from TV BAFTA dinner – despite awards show nomination
STRICTLY Come Dancing finalist Tasha Ghouri was forced to watch from the cheap seats as her co-star won a Bafta TV award. The snubbed Love Islander missed out on a top ticket to the event, which honoured Chris McCausland with TV moment of the year. 5 Instead, model Tasha was a guest of P&O Cruises and sat with professional Strictly dancer Vito Coppola on the upper balcony. The 26-year-old cheered as the clip played of the show's first blind contestant waltzing to You'll Never Walk Alone with dance partner Dianne Buswell. Tasha had her fingers crossed as she waited with baited breath for the result to be announced - and fought back tears when Chris won the prestigious gong. She and Vito proudly yelled out in support of Strictly - who was up against tough competition from the wedding scene in Gavin and Stacey and Rivals' naked tennis. Dianne took to the stage to accept the publicly-voted P&O Crusies Memorable Moment award without Chris, who wasn't able to attend the awards do. After the ceremony, she joined a host of telly stars invited to enjoy a slap-up three-course meal, while Tasha went to a drinks reception on another floor. She met up with fellow Strictly star JB Gill who turned up to the after-party while Bafta guests dined downstairs. Tasha called it the "most gorgeous catch up" as they cheersed to Strictly's success. She said: "First TV @bafta with @pandocruises such a lovely evening celebrating talent in the TV industry, so so inspiring." Meanwhile Chris posted on X about his Bafta award: "Oh my goodness. Me and Dianne only just went and won a f***ing Bafta didn't we. "Thank you so much to everybody that voted!" Tasha Ghouri breaks down in tears as she's comforted about future as Strictly tour ends amid split from Andrew Le Page 5 5 5
Daily Mail
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Strictly Come Dancing fans break down in tears at Joe Sugg's moving reaction to Dianne Buswell's BAFTA TV Awards win
Strictly Come Dancing fans broke down in tears over Joe Sugg's moving reaction to Dianne Buswell 's BAFTA TV Awards win. Professional dancer Dianne, 36, and comedian Chris McCausland, 47, who lost his sight at the age of 22 due to genetic condition retinitis pigmentosa, took home the Most Memorable Moment prize. The pair had wowed audiences with their poignant 'blackout' waltz to You'll Never Walk Alone - choreographed to highlight Chris's visual impairment. Only Dianne was present at the awards ceremony to accept the prize and gave a speech, thanking everyone who voted for the dancing duo. At one point, the camera panned to Diane's partner, Joe Sugg, 33, who looked extremely emotional as he watched on. The YouTuber appeared to be crying while Diane accepted the award and fans were struck by his heartfelt reaction. Many took to social media and posted on X: 'Awwww did I spot a tear in Joe's eye? #BAFTAS #BAFTATVAwards.'; 'Joe Sugg is SO proud of Dianne's #BAFTATVAwards win.'; 'JOE SUGG CRYING OVER DIANNE AND CHRIS WINNING THE BAFTA,' someone else gushed, followed by several crying face emojis. Another penned: 'Love shines at the BAFTA TV Awards! Joe Sugg moved to tears as Dianne Buswell wins. A beautiful reminder of joy and support in relationships. #BAFTA #LoveWins.'; 'Joe crying for Dianne winning a #BAFTA.'; 'I've just absolutely wailed at that shot of Joe with tears in his eyes #BAFTATVAwards #BAFTAS.' Strictly earned the accolade after beating pivotal scenes from Bridgerton, Gavin & Stacey, Mr. Bates vs The Post Office, Rivals and The Traitors to the award. Joe was Dianne's Strictly Come Dancing partner back in 2018 but the pair missed out on the Glitterball after Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley took home the trophy instead. They initially denied any rumours of a romance between the two, but one day after the final, the YouTuber posted a photograph of the pair captioned with, 'I may not have won the glitter ball, but I've won something a million times more special.' The BAFTA win comes after a surge of controversy clouded the show. In September, comic Chris won plaudits from Strictly viewers by paying tribute to Liverpool - his home city - with a solo waltz before quietly asking Buswell: 'Did I do okay?' It was a rare moment of sunshine for the show after it pushed ahead with its 22nd series despite being hit with a wave of unsavoury allegations that began in May 2024 with fan favourite Giovanni Pernice accused of backstage bullying. Pernice quit the show and faced an internal probe that later exonerated him of any wrongdoing after former celebrity partner Amanda Abbington claimed she was left with post traumatic stress disorder as a result of his 'militant approach to training '. A source told The Sun at the time: 'Gio feels the scrutiny on him has become too much and now is the time to make a fresh start. 'He wants to focus on other TV projects, and feels he's achieved all he can on Strictly, having won the trophy back in 2021 and reaching the final an unprecedented four times. 'He remains adamant he's done nothing wrong other than being a hard taskmaster, but knows his style of training isn't to everyone's liking - especially in this day and age.' Worse would follow, with Graziano di Prima fired by BBC bosses over claims of 'physically and verbally abusive' behaviour towards celebrity dance partner Zara McDermott. Addressing his exit from the show, a 'devastated' Graziano later wrote on Instagram: 'I deeply regret the events that led to my departure from Strictly. 'My intense passion and determination to win might have affected my training regime. 'While respecting the BBC HR process, I acknowledge it's only right for the sake of the show that I step away. I am saddened that I wasn't allowed to offer a quote to the online news stories, and I take on board the sensitivity of the situation. 'There's more to this story that I am unable to discuss at this time, but I am committed to being strong for my family and friends. I wish the Strictly family nothing but success in the future.' Overlooking the controversy as she accepted the award on behalf of McCausland on Sunday evening, Buswell said: 'In one minute and 30 seconds of a dance, I feel like this told such a story. 'A story of hope, determination, resilience and vulnerability. 'This moment meant so much to the both of us, so I'm just so thrilled that we have this.' Ending with a comedic message from her former dance partner, she added: 'Chris did have something he wanted me to say, and that is 'after 22 years in comedy, he wins a Bafta for dancing''. 2025 BAFTA TV AWARD WINNERS AT A GLANCE Drama Series - Blue Lights (BBC One) Limited Drama - Mr Bates vs the Post Office (ITV1) International - Shogun (Disney+) - WINNER Scripted Comedy - Alma's Not Normal (BBC Two) Entertainment - Would I Lie To You? (BBC One) Entertainment Performance - Joe Lycett, Late Night Lycett (Channel 4) Strictly Come Dancing: Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell's Waltz to You'll Never Walk Alone (BBC One) Factual Entertainment - Rob and Rylan's Grand Tour (BBC Two) Factual Series - To Catch a Copper (Channel 4) Specialist Factual - Atomic People (BBC Two) Live Event Coverage - Glastonbury 2024 (BBC Two) News Coverage - BBC Breakfast: Post Office Special (BBC One) Single Documentary - Ukraine: Enemy In The Woods (BBC Two) Leading Actress - Marisa Abela, Industry (BBC One) Leading Actor - Lennie James, Mr Loverman (BBC One) Supporting Actress - Jessica Gunning, Baby Reindeer (Netflix) Supporting Actor - Ariyon Bakare, Mr Loverman (BBC One) Female Performance in a Comedy - Ruth Jones, Gavin & Stacey (BBC One) Male Performance in a Comedy - Danny Dyer, Mr Big Stuff (Sky Comedy) Reality - The Jury: Murder Trial (Channel 4) Soap - EastEnders (BBC One) Daytime - Clive Myrie's Caribbean Adventure (BBC Two) - WINNER Current Affairs - State of Rage (Channel 4) Shortform - Quiet Life (BBC Three) Sport - Paris 2024 Olympics (BBC Sport) Children's Non Scripted - FYI Investigates: Disability and Me (Sky Kids) Children's Scripted - CBeebies As You Like It at Shakespeare's Globe (CBeebies)
