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Daily Mirror
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Loose Women panellist hints at co-star rivalry over possible new BBC role
Two mainstays of the Loose Women panel could go head-to-head on iconic reality show Strictly Come Dancing as one of the stars joked that she's been "practising my splits" Loose Women's Brenda Edwards has revealed that she and fellow panellist Coleen Nolan are both eager to strut their stuff on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. The 56-year-old, who is currently dazzling audiences in the West End production of Chicago alongside former Strictly pro Janette Manrara, confessed she's been doing all she can to land a spot on the dance competition. "I've asked her to put in a good word for me," Brenda divulged about her conversations with Janette, who now hosts the show's spin-off. She added: "Don't worry, I'm pushing all avenues. If I get on Strictly, I'll have to start practising my splits. I want to do it! "It's between Coleen Nolan and me, because she really wants to go on it also." In an interview with Bella Magazine, Brenda expressed her ambition to reach the final, something her Loose Women colleagues haven't achieved yet. Coleen, 60, has also shared her aspirations to hit the dance floor and vie for the coveted Glitterball trophy, reports Belfast Live. On Loose Women, she campaigned: "Vote me to go in! "There'd be a lot of sequins involved, let me tell you." She has also told The Mirror: "I've never done Strictly which devastates me. "Since that show started, I've always wanted to do Strictly and so many Loose Women have done it but they never, ever ask me." Among the Loose Women stars who have taken the plunge on Strictly's dance floor are Ruth Langsford, Judi Love, and Kaye Adams. Kaye, 62, was the first celebrity to be voted off the show in 2022, after partnering with Kai Widdrington. In 2017, Ruth, 65, secured ninth place after her stint with Anton Du Beke, while Judi, 44, was the fifth star to be eliminated in 2021, alongside her partner Graziano Di Prima. The line-up of celebrities for the forthcoming series remains under wraps, but rumoured participants include Tom Parker Bowles, son of Queen Camilla, telly favourite Stacey Solomon, former Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan, and ex-Made In Chelsea star Georgia Toffolo. What the BBC has confirmed is the roster of professional dancers. Reigning champion Dianne Buswell will returning to the dance floor are, as will Nadiya Bychkova, Amy Dowden, Katya Jones, Neil Jones and Nikita Kuzmin. Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Jowita Przystal, Karen Hauer, Johannes Radebe, Aljaž Škorjanec, Kai Widdrington, Nancy Xu, Carlos Gu, Lauren Oakley, Michelle Tsiakkas and Vito Coppola will also feature once more. Earlier this year, the BBC also revealed that two new professional dancers will be introduced closer to the show's return. The 2025 series is expected to kick off in September, though an official date is still to be confirmed.
Edinburgh Live
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Strictly's Tasha Ghouri says 'world is sad and scary' as she opens up on 'difficulties'
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 Strictly Come Dancing finalist Tasha Ghouri has candidly spoken about the "difficulties" she's encountered due to "discrimination" over her disability. Tasha, who was born deaf, admitted the "world is sad and scary". Last year, millions tuned in as Tasha gracefully danced her way to the Strictly final with professional partner Aljaž Škorjanec. However, they narrowly missed out on the coveted Glitterball trophy, which was won by Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell. Tasha first gained public attention when the 26- year-old was chosen to participate in the 2022 series of Love Island, where she finished fourth, leaving the show coupled up with her now ex-boyfriend, Andrew Le Page. (Image: undefined via Getty Images) Beyond her reality TV appearances, Tasha has been a strong advocate for various charities and has raised awareness for the deaf community, having been diagnosed with the condition at birth. Continuing her support for those battling serious health conditions, she recently attended the Disney Wish UK event. This collaborative event between Disney and the Make-A-Wish charity saw her meeting families at Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire for this year's annual gathering. The event gives hundreds of children with serious illnesses the opportunity to meet their favourite Disney characters. (Image: undefined via Getty Images) In a candid conversation with the Mirror, she discussed the discrimination she's encountered due to her deafness, yet acknowledged that it doesn't "compare" to what the children at the Disney Wish event endure. She expressed: "Yeah, I do still face difficulties with that today, but, you know, it does not compare at all to anything to what these children go through every day." She continued: "Everyone has their own difficulties with different kinds of disabilities, illnesses, but you know, these children day in day out, live in a hospital, and, you know, for Make A Wish to actually provide a day where it's all accessible, they can travel there, and they look after them." (Image: undefined via Getty Images) Tasha also highlighted the significance of such events, saying: "I think it's so important to have that in the world that we live in, because the world can be so sad and scary sometimes. It's nice to have that positive light in their lives." Reflecting on the time she spent with the children at Hoar Cross Hall in Staffordshire, Tasha recalled it "was such a beautiful, magical day, that I look back on and feel grateful to be part of". After she had been with Andrew Le Page after meeting on Love Island, their split was announced earlier this year after three years together. Following her split from Andrew in February this year, Tasha revealed she had kept their shared dog, Luna.
Daily Mirror
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Strictly's Tasha Ghouri opens up on 'difficulties' and says 'world is scary'
EXCLUSIVE: Strictly Come Dancing runner-up Tasha Ghouri has revealed how she managed the discrimination she has faced over the years as she shared how the "world can be so sad and scary" Strictly Come Dancing finalist Tasha Ghouri has opened up on the "difficulties" she has faced due to "discrimination" over her disability. Tasha, who was born deaf, admitted the " world is sad and scary". Millions watched on last year as Tasha danced her way to the Strictly final alongside professional partner Aljaž Škorjanec. They went on to miss out on the coveted Glitterball trophy to eventual winners Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell. Tasha shot to fame when the 26-year-old was selected to appear in the 2022 series of Love Island where she finished in fourth place as she walked away coupled up with her now ex-boyfriend, Andrew Le Page. Away from her time on reality TV, Tasha has leant her support to various charities as well as raising awareness for the deaf community after she herself was diagnosed with the condition after she was born. Continuing to show her support for those with serious health conditions, she was recently in attendance at the Disney Wish UK event. The event, which is a collaboration between Disney and the Make-A-Wish charity, saw her on hand to meet families at Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire for this years annual event that sees hundreds of children with serious illnesses get the chance to meet their favourite Disney characters. During a recent chat with the Mirror, she opened up about the discrimination she has faced in the past regarding her deafness, but admitted that it doesn't "compare" to the difficulties to that which the children at the Disney Wish event go through. She said: "Yeah, I do still face difficulties with that today, but, you know, it does not compare at all to anything to what these children go through every day." She added: "Everyone has their own difficulties with different kinds of disabilities, illnesses, but you know, these children day in day out, live in a hospital, and, you know, for Make A Wish to actually provide a day where it's all accessible, they can travel there, and they look after them." Tasha went on to share how an event of this kind can be especially important as the "world can be so sad and scary". She added: "I think it's so important to have that in the world that we live in, because the world can be so sad and scary sometimes. It's nice to have that positive light in their lives." Reflecting on her time spent with the children at Hoar Cross Hall in Staffordshire, Tasha said that it "was such a beautiful, magical day, that I look back on and feel grateful to be part of". It was announced that Tasha had split up from her boyfriend Andrew Le Page in February this year, though the reality star said she had kept the dog they shared, called Luna.
Rhyl Journal
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
EastEnders' Molly Rainford has a famous dad, fans reveal
Rainford started her EastEnders career in June 2023 and her character is the daughter of George Knight and Cindy Beale. In 2022, the 24-year-old took part in Strictly Come Dancing with professional dancer Carlos Gu and the pair made it to the finals but missed out on the Glitterball trophy as CBeebies star Hamza Yassin was crowned the winner alongside his professional partner Jowita Przystal. The actor and singer found fame on Britain's Got Talent (BGT) when she progressed to the finals of the ITV show in 2012, aged 11, reports The Mirror. A post shared by Molly Rainford (@mollyrainford) The newspaper said Simon Cowell was impressed so much with her BGT performance that 'she was awarded their first ever drama school scholarship to the Sylvia Young Theatre School' which 'led to her landing roles on CBBC presenting Friday Download and starring in sci-fi series Nova Jones.' She's not the only famous Rainford in her family as her dad is former footballer Dave Rainford. The Mirror said: 'The 46-year-old started at Colchester United as a teenager before going on to play for Slough Town, Heybridge Swift, Bishop's Stortford and AFC Hornchurch. A post shared by Molly Rainford (@mollyrainford) 'The midfielder joined Chelmsford City (in) 2008 before becoming their assistant manager in 2012. After retiring from football in 2014, Dave now works in a top job for the Premier League, as Head of Education & Academy Player Care.' EastEnders fans started a discussion on Reddit after finding out who Molly's dad is and debated whether she is a 'nepo baby' or not. Recommended reading: EastEnders' new star has a very famous mum who has appeared on the soap before EastEnders icon Danny Dyer reveals the real reason he left the BBC soap EastEnders fans 'gutted' as last remaining BBC soap family member to exit This suggests some think her success is due to her dad's career and success but some pointed out that they work in totally different industries. According to the Mirror, one fan said on Reddit: 'That's a lot of nepotism' while another said: 'None of it is nepotism - it isn't family connections that have helped her out she was just lucky enough to have been given a massive opportunity at a young age.' Another said: 'I don't see how she's a nepo baby when neither of her parents have any connection to TV or film.'
South Wales Guardian
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
EastEnders' Molly Rainford has a famous dad, fans reveal
Rainford started her EastEnders career in June 2023 and her character is the daughter of George Knight and Cindy Beale. In 2022, the 24-year-old took part in Strictly Come Dancing with professional dancer Carlos Gu and the pair made it to the finals but missed out on the Glitterball trophy as CBeebies star Hamza Yassin was crowned the winner alongside his professional partner Jowita Przystal. The actor and singer found fame on Britain's Got Talent (BGT) when she progressed to the finals of the ITV show in 2012, aged 11, reports The Mirror. A post shared by Molly Rainford (@mollyrainford) The newspaper said Simon Cowell was impressed so much with her BGT performance that 'she was awarded their first ever drama school scholarship to the Sylvia Young Theatre School' which 'led to her landing roles on CBBC presenting Friday Download and starring in sci-fi series Nova Jones.' She's not the only famous Rainford in her family as her dad is former footballer Dave Rainford. The Mirror said: 'The 46-year-old started at Colchester United as a teenager before going on to play for Slough Town, Heybridge Swift, Bishop's Stortford and AFC Hornchurch. A post shared by Molly Rainford (@mollyrainford) 'The midfielder joined Chelmsford City (in) 2008 before becoming their assistant manager in 2012. After retiring from football in 2014, Dave now works in a top job for the Premier League, as Head of Education & Academy Player Care.' EastEnders fans started a discussion on Reddit after finding out who Molly's dad is and debated whether she is a 'nepo baby' or not. Recommended reading: EastEnders' new star has a very famous mum who has appeared on the soap before EastEnders icon Danny Dyer reveals the real reason he left the BBC soap EastEnders fans 'gutted' as last remaining BBC soap family member to exit This suggests some think her success is due to her dad's career and success but some pointed out that they work in totally different industries. According to the Mirror, one fan said on Reddit: 'That's a lot of nepotism' while another said: 'None of it is nepotism - it isn't family connections that have helped her out she was just lucky enough to have been given a massive opportunity at a young age.' Another said: 'I don't see how she's a nepo baby when neither of her parents have any connection to TV or film.'
