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Glasgow Times
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Strictly Come Dancing celebrity 'confirmed' at BBC studio
Among them were Amy Dowden, reigning champion Dianne Buswell, Johannes Radebe and Kai Widdrington, to name a few. They were joined by the two new professionals, Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon. However, aside from the dancers who began training on Monday (July 28), there was also a celebrity who was spotted by fans making their way to Elstree Studios, rumored to be part of this year's line-up. From BBC a radio 2 Instagram 'Claws up if you remember this Scott Mills masterclass? 🦀😂 Hear #Strictly pros, Alexia Warr & Julian Caillon on Breakfast, catch up on BBC Sounds! ✨' — 🪩 All Things Strictly 🪩 (@StrictlySparks) July 28, 2025 Love Island star spotted at Elstree studios as Strictly rehearsals begin It comes as someone posted on the Strictly Come Dancing Reddit page: 'My daughter's a receptionist at Elstree and was super excited that she saw Danni Dyer at the studio yesterday. Something to do with strictly??' This person responded: 'She is rumoured actually! I guess she will be on it, she'll be good. 'She was also rumoured to take part in celeb SAS tho (edit: the one that films for next year) guess she's deciding which to do.' Another commented: 'i've heard her name floating around so thats brill news x' All the winners over the years One chimed in: 'Last year the celebs did their costume fittings before they were announced, so it's possible she could be at elstree for that.' Meanwhile, this viewer shared: 'So exciting it's that time of the year again!!!!' Last month, the Love Island star was just one name thrown into the rumour mill as a source previously told The Sun: 'Bosses are thrilled she's agreed to take part and are ironing out her fee. "She's bubbly, down-to-earth and straight-talking and producers reckon she'll make an ideal contestant - not to mention the bonus of having Jarrod and dad Danny in the audience supporting her." Recommended reading: Elsewhere, the BBC recently confirmed Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and head judge Shirley Ballas will all return to the judging panel, with recent MBE recipients Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman back on hosting duties. Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this autumn. Newsquest has approached Strictly for comment.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Yahoo
Man arrested for alleged sexual assault 'on set of EastEnders'
A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault and sexual assault - which reportedly took place on the set of EastEnders. The alleged incident happened on the set of the BBC soap at Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire, according to The Sun newspaper. Hertfordshire Police confirmed a man in his 50s was arrested after the report in Eldon Avenue, Borehamwood, on 7 May. The man is accused of sexual assault and common assault in relation to two victims, the force said. The suspect is on bail while inquiries continue, police added. said in a statement: "While we would never comment on individuals, EastEnders has on-site security and well-established procedures in place to safeguard the safety and welfare of everyone who works on the show."
Sky News
13-07-2025
- Sky News
Man arrested for alleged sexual assault 'on set of EastEnders'
A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault and sexual assault - which reportedly took place on the set of EastEnders. The alleged incident happened on the set of the BBC soap at Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire, according to The Sun newspaper. Hertfordshire Police confirmed a man in his 50s was arrested after the report in Eldon Avenue, Borehamwood, on 7 May. The man is accused of sexual assault and common assault in relation to two victims, the force said. The suspect is on bail while inquiries continue, police added.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Police 'arrest EastEnders actor on suspicion of indecent assault in front of shocked BBC soap opera stars'
The cast and crew of EastEnders were left stunned after an extra was arrested on set over an alleged indecent assault. Filming was underway at Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire when a woman claimed that a fellow extra, a man in his 50s, had forcibly tried to kiss her. Security staff for the BBC One soap quickly intervened and restrained the man, leading to a tussle, The Sun on Sunday reports. 'In all the years of filming EastEnders nothing this dramatic has happened — with police turning up at the studios,' an insider said. 'Everyone was quite shaken up by it all. No one could quite believe what was happening. The main focus was the woman's welfare as she was clearly very distressed.' The source added that things became 'very heated' when the man 'squared up to' security staff. Police were called and the man was arrested on suspicion of indecent assault of the woman and common assault against another individual. He has since been released on bail while enquiries continue. Several cast members, including Adam Woodyatt — the show's longest-serving actor who has played Ian Beale since EastEnders began in 1985 — were reportedly present and witnessed the incident unfold. Filming was paused as producers gave the cast and crew an extended break. The woman was cared for by on-site staff before production resumed. A spokesperson for Hertfordshire Police said: 'We can confirm we did receive a report of an incident that took place in Eldon Avenue, Borehamwood on Wednesday May 7. 'The suspect, a man aged in his 50s, was arrested on suspicion of common assault and sexual assault in relation to two victims. He is on police bail whilst enquiries continue.' Crew members are said to have thanked EastEnders bosses for their 'professionalism and understanding' in handling the situation. A spokesperson for the show added: 'While we would never comment on individuals, EastEnders has on-site security and well-established procedures in place to safeguard the safety and welfare of everyone who works on the show.'
Daily Mail
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Police 'arrest EastEnders actor on suspicion of indecent assault on set in front of shocked BBC soap opera stars'
Police 'arrested an EastEnders actor on suspicion of indecent assault on set in front of shocked BBC soap opera stars', it has been revealed. The famous cast of the popular soap series had been filming scenes on May 7 when camera crews were abruptly stopped after a woman allegedly complained that a fellow extra had attempted to forcibly kiss her. Following a scuffle with security, the man, aged in his 50s, was eventually handed over to police officers at Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire, T he Sun has reported. After a 'lengthy break', filming, which was taking place in the iconic fictional Albert Square, is then said to have resumed. The woman involved in the alleged incident was also given specialist care and support from BBC staff. Adam Woodyatt, the longest-serving cast member in the show's history, was reportedly involved in filming on set during the alleged assault, alongside other famous stars of the program. The man was held on suspicion of indecent assault of the female extra, alongside for common assault against another individual. The unnamed actor is said to be remaining on bail while an investigation into the complaint takes place. A source told The Sun that 'everyone' on set was left 'quite shaken' by the 'extremely difficult situation', adding: 'No one could quite believe what was happening'. Describing the woman as 'very distressed', the source told the publication that the man had 'squared up to the security staff as they tried to calm things.' The source also praised both the cast and crew for their responsible approach towards the alleged assault, alongside their 'professionalism and understanding'. Cameras were reportedly unable to capture footage of the alleged attack, with it also unknown whether any scenes filmed on that day have been aired to viewers. In a statement issued to The Sun, Hertfordshire Police confirmed that they had 'received a report of an incident that took place in Eldon Avenue, Borehamwood on Wednesday, May 7'. They added: 'The suspect, a man aged in his 50s, was arrested on suspicion of common assault and sexual assault in relation to two victims. 'He is on police bail whilst enquiries continue.' It comes just days after the charges were dropped against an actor who was arrested while filming the hit TV show Rivals. Nigel Adams, 45, was arrested by Avon and Somerset Police at Berkeley Castle in Gloucestershire on June 4, while performing a polo scene with former EastEnders star Danny Dyer. Mr Adams, who was also a supporting actor on BBC's Casualty and Doctor Who, was accused of attacking his long-term partner Louise Payne at a house in Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset. After spending two nights in a police cell, the TV extra was later charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm against his girlfriend in an alleged incident on March 31 of this year. Attending Bristol Crown Court on Monday for a plea and trial preparation hearing, Mr Adams pleaded not guilty to the charge. Christine Hart, prosecuting, said she would be offering no evidence against Mr Adams, saying: 'Subsequent to the case being charged, there is a statement by Ms Payne. 'She is here at court today, she sits in the public gallery. Attending Bristol Crown Court on Monday for a plea and trial preparation hearing, Mr Adams (pictured) pleaded not guilty to the charge. Christine Hart, prosecuting, said she would be offering no evidence against Mr Adams 'She has made it clear she didn't wish to proceed with the case. I have spoken to her at length, as has the officer in charge. 'Taking into account the evidence already in the case and that statement, the only option I have is to offer no evidence on the outstanding count.' Judge William Hart told the court he would formally enter a not-guilty verdict in the case. The judge told Mr Adams: 'A not-guilty verdict, you are free to leave, thank you.' Speaking outside court, Mr Adams and Ms Payne said they were grateful the case had been dropped. Hertfordshire Police, The BBC and The Metropolitan Police were all contacted for comment.
