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The Irish Sun
16 hours ago
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Strictly star reveals terrifying moment stranger tried to get into his car at stop light – just weeks after being mugged
A STRICTLY Come Dancing star has revealed the horrifying moment a stranger tried to climb into his car at a traffic light. The comedian told his fans that he felt like he was "living in Grand Theft Auto" as the incident came just weeks after he was mugged. 3 Seann Walsh has spoken about his recent troubles in London Credit: Getty Seann Walsh, who sparked mass controversy after he snogged his pro partner Katya Jones on the show in 2018, took to Instagram to share the startling update. He wrote on his story: "New in the adventures of living in London: today whilst waiting at the lights in my car, a guy walked up to my car, opened the passenger side door and went to get in. "Luckily, the traffic lights had changed and I could drive off," he added. "It's beginning to feel like I'm living in Grand Theft Auto," he said. READ MORE ON SEANN WALSH This comes just weeks after he was mugged in London. Taking to his Instagram Stories, He shared a picture of his phone's location, which was in China. Seann's mugging came just weeks after fellow Strictly star Michelle Tsiakkas was left "traumatised" after also being mugged in London. Most read in TV Pro dancer The Strictly star - who joined the show three years ago - took to Instagram to share the terrifying incident. Addressing her fans in a video, she said: "Hi guys, so I wanted to just make this video to let you know something that happened to me the other day in London. "Now this was a couple of days ago and I've just about mentally recovered from that. It was quite traumatising on the day. "It wasted my whole day and made me feel awful, scared, helpless and I don't want the same to happen to you. "My phone got stolen. My phone got stolen. I mean I see it happening all the time but it's just one of those things that you just never think it's gonna happen to you. and then it does." Recounting the story, Michelle said: "So it was early morning. I was on my way to the dentist in London. "It was around Covent Garden so the streets were really quiet. I think I was just the only person around so maybe I was an easy target and I whipped out my phone to have a look at the directions to see where my dentist was. "I was on the actual street of the dentist and what happens? A man comes on a bike behind me, sweeps past me and grabs my phone. "So he's grabbed my phone. He's on an electric bike and my heart just sank. I tried to I think like reach for it and that made me fall on my knees on the floor and graze my knee. "I think my reflex was just to swear and then scream give me back my phone and clearly you know that didn't work. "He just left. He was wearing a mask so there was no way that I could have seen what he looked like and he was going really fast on that electric bike so there was no way on earth I could have caught up with him. "Thankfully there were two really lovely and helpful women there and they'd seen that I was a bit distressed." 3 He shared his experience on Instagram Credit: Instagram / @seannwalsh 3 Seann caused controversy when he appeared on the show in 2018 Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
16 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Strictly star reveals terrifying moment stranger tried to get into his car at stop light – just weeks after being mugged
Seann had to act fast to get away CITY SCARE Strictly star reveals terrifying moment stranger tried to get into his car at stop light – just weeks after being mugged A STRICTLY Come Dancing star has revealed the horrifying moment a stranger tried to climb into his car at a traffic light. The comedian told his fans that he felt like he was "living in Grand Theft Auto" as the incident came just weeks after he was mugged. Advertisement 3 Seann Walsh has spoken about his recent troubles in London Credit: Getty Seann Walsh, who sparked mass controversy after he snogged his pro partner Katya Jones on the show in 2018, took to Instagram to share the startling update. He wrote on his story: "New in the adventures of living in London: today whilst waiting at the lights in my car, a guy walked up to my car, opened the passenger side door and went to get in. "Luckily, the traffic lights had changed and I could drive off," he added. "It's beginning to feel like I'm living in Grand Theft Auto," he said. Advertisement This comes just weeks after he was mugged in London. Taking to his Instagram Stories, Seann revealed: "My phone was stolen (yes out of my hand and yes, I live in London) a week or so ago and it is now in China if anyone happens to be passing by." He shared a picture of his phone's location, which was in China. Seann's mugging came just weeks after fellow Strictly star Michelle Tsiakkas was left "traumatised" after also being mugged in London. Advertisement Pro dancer Michelle, 29, told her followers that the ordeal left her feeling "scared and helpless". The Strictly star - who joined the show three years ago - took to Instagram to share the terrifying incident. Addressing her fans in a video, she said: "Hi guys, so I wanted to just make this video to let you know something that happened to me the other day in London. "Now this was a couple of days ago and I've just about mentally recovered from that. It was quite traumatising on the day. Advertisement "It wasted my whole day and made me feel awful, scared, helpless and I don't want the same to happen to you. "My phone got stolen. My phone got stolen. I mean I see it happening all the time but it's just one of those things that you just never think it's gonna happen to you. and then it does." Recounting the story, Michelle said: "So it was early morning. I was on my way to the dentist in London. "It was around Covent Garden so the streets were really quiet. I think I was just the only person around so maybe I was an easy target and I whipped out my phone to have a look at the directions to see where my dentist was. Advertisement "I was on the actual street of the dentist and what happens? A man comes on a bike behind me, sweeps past me and grabs my phone. "So he's grabbed my phone. He's on an electric bike and my heart just sank. I tried to I think like reach for it and that made me fall on my knees on the floor and graze my knee. "I think my reflex was just to swear and then scream give me back my phone and clearly you know that didn't work. "He just left. He was wearing a mask so there was no way that I could have seen what he looked like and he was going really fast on that electric bike so there was no way on earth I could have caught up with him. Advertisement "Thankfully there were two really lovely and helpful women there and they'd seen that I was a bit distressed." 3 He shared his experience on Instagram Credit: Instagram / @seannwalsh
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Strictly's Nadiya reveals she's joining celeb dating app to find a boyfriend as she moves on from show star ex
The ballroom beauty spoke about the joys and struggles of being a single mum get appy Strictly's Nadiya reveals she's joining celeb dating app to find a boyfriend as she moves on from show star ex Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) STRICTLY Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova has hinted she'll join the exclusive dating app Raya. Nadiya, 35, split from partner and fellow Strictly pro dancer, Kai Widdrington, 29, last year after two years of dating. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Nadiya Bychkova opened up on her love life and being a single mum Credit: BackGrid 4 Nadiya split from her fellow Strictly pro, Kai Widdrington last year after two years together Credit: Splash 4 Nadiya said she was open to joining the celeb dating app, Raya Credit: Instagram The star, who is mum to seven-year-old Mila from a previous relationship, opened up on raising her daughter alone and what she thought about getting on to dating apps. Speaking about being a single parent at the National Film Awards, Nadiya said: 'In some ways it's easier, in some ways it's more difficult. "I think what was really helpful to me was that I realised there is no rule book. There is no recipe." Nadiya added: "It will be like this now. Because they are growing, our lives are changing especially with my type of work. I have different projects all the time so it is not 9-5. 'It is still different things. I think it is important for a parent to accept that it is a constant search for that balance we want to bring to our lives and our kids' lives." The pro dancer explained: "Once you accept it and say this is how it is going to be it becomes easier. This is what it is. It's like learning to surf and riding the wave. Every now and again you can fall off and then you get back up again. Then you find beauty in it." Naidya also spoke about the prospect of dating and potentially having more children. 'If the time is right, if I pick the right man, if I am able to then absolutely I'll have more kids," she said. "I always wanted to have many kids. As many as possible. As many as I can raise and give a good future." Speaking about her love life Nadiya added: "I'm not seeing anyone. I'm just enjoying life. When and if the right person comes. Yes I would go on Raya. I've been on it.' Strictly's Nadiya takes a swipe at her ex Kai as she plugs solo tour after split Raya is an exclusive dating app that is a private, membership based network, often used by A-listers from movie stars to athletes all over the world. Nadiya, who was born in Ukraine, was paired with Olympian Tom Dean in Strictly's 2024 series - yet the swimming ace was swiftly given the boot in the opening Results Show. The Sun reported last year that Nadiya and Kai were being kept separate backstage and "refused to stand by each other" at the BBC series. The break-up prompted suggestions Strictly was to consider banning workplace relationships between its stars.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Strictly's Nadiya reveals she's joining celeb dating app to find a boyfriend as she moves on from show star ex
STRICTLY Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova has hinted she'll join the exclusive dating app Raya. , 35, , , 29, last year after two years of dating. Advertisement 4 Nadiya Bychkova opened up on her love life and being a single mum Credit: BackGrid 4 Nadiya split from her fellow Strictly pro, Kai Widdrington last year after two years together Credit: Splash 4 Nadiya said she was open to joining the celeb dating app, Raya Credit: Instagram The star, who is mum to seven-year-old Mila from a previous relationship, opened up on raising her daughter alone and what she thought about getting on to dating apps. Speaking about being a single parent at the National Film Awards, Nadiya said: 'In some ways it's easier, in some ways it's more difficult. "I think what was really helpful to me was that I realised there is no rule book. There is no recipe." Nadiya added: "It will be like this now. Because they are growing, our lives are changing especially with my type of work. I have different projects all the time so it is not 9-5. Advertisement strictly come dancing 'It is still different things. I think it is important for a parent to accept that it is a constant search for that balance we want to bring to our lives and our kids' lives." The pro dancer explained: "Once you accept it and say this is how it is going to be it becomes easier. This is what it is. It's like learning to surf and riding the wave. Every now and again you can fall off and then you get back up again. Then you find beauty in it." Naidya also spoke about the prospect of dating and potentially having more children. 'If the time is right, if I pick the right man, if I am able to then absolutely I'll have more kids," she said. Advertisement Most read in TV "I always wanted to have many kids. As many as possible. As many as I can raise and give a good future." Speaking about her love life Nadiya added: "I'm not seeing anyone. I'm just enjoying life. When and if the right person comes. Yes I would go on Raya. I've been on it.' Strictly's Nadiya takes a swipe at her ex Kai as she plugs solo tour after split Raya is an exclusive dating app that is a private, membership based network, often used by A-listers from movie stars to athletes all over the world. Nadiya, who was born in Ukraine, was paired with Olympian Tom Dean in Strictly's 2024 series - yet the in the opening Results Show. Advertisement The Sun reported last year that Nadiya and Kai were being kept separate backstage and at the BBC series. The break-up prompted suggestions Strictly was to between its stars. 4 Nadiya competed with Olympian Tom Dean on last year's Strictly Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 dancers arrive at rehearsals for new series after new pros are announced
STRICTLY Come Dancing's class of 2025 were all smiles as they arrived at rehearsals – ready to tango into a brand new season. The glitzy stars, including fan favourites and 10 Strictly Come Dancing's new dancers Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon arrived at rehearsals Credit: James Curley 10 Last year's winner Dianne Buswell also joined them for rehearsals, alongside Kai Widdrington Credit: Click News and Media With sequins at the ready and the countdown to launch night on, it's clear the competition is already heating up behind the scenes. Strictly Come Dancing has signed Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon will join the BBC show later this year . The pair were all smiles as they beamed and waved at the camera as they arrived at the dance studio to meet the other dancers for their first rehearsal. more on strictly pros Alexis nailed off-duty glam in an oversized khaki shirt, round dark sunnies and a chic brown leather bag slung over her shoulder. Her fiery red locks were swept into a high ponytail, falling in effortless waves. By her side, Julian kept things cool in a fitted black tee and matching trousers, with his dark hair slicked back for a sleek finish. Both are familiar faces on the global Dancing With The Stars circuit and bring a wealth of performance experience to the UK version. Most read in Reality Alexis made a name for herself in the US when she won So You Think You Can Dance in 2022. She was the first female ballroom and Latin specialist to take the title, earning the title of America's Favourite Dancer. Since then, she's performed as a troupe member and guest pro on the American Dancing With The Stars, as well as touring with the show for the past three years. Shirley Ballas reveals Strictly's new signings and teases line-up is 'off the charts' Her credits include America's Got Talent, World of Dance, and multiple live tours with DWTS judge Derek Hough , including his Las Vegas residency . Julian, who grew up in Australia , began dancing at the age of 10 and has represented his country at international level in both ballroom and Latin styles . He's appeared as a professional on three seasons of Dancing With The Stars Australia and has toured worldwide with Burn The Floor. Giovanni Pernice Strictly scandal timeline October 2023 : Giovanni posts a short message on social media addressing the exit, which read: "Amanda… I am so sad we can't continue but I am proud of what we achieved and I am sending you so much love.' Amanda then shares her own farewell statement on Instagram thanking co-stars but failing to mention Gio. November 2023 : Giovanni is reportedly gutted by the situation and is considering his Strictly future as questions are raised about his conduct. January 2024: The BBC issues a statement defending its duty of care to contestants, insisting it takes any claims of wrongdoing very seriously. The Corporation stands by its man after emergency meeting March 2024: Giovanni publicly states he has no intention of leaving Strictly in a TV interview with close pal Anton du Beke. The pair have a closed meeting with Amanda where tears are said to be shed. May 2024: We reveal Giovanni is leaving the programme after having talks with show bosses He leaves the country with girlfriend Molly Brown on holiday The He also competed on the Australian edition of So You Think You Can Dance. Alongside his dance career, Julian holds a degree in Exercise Physiology from UNSW Sydney and has worked as a personal trainer. The duo join a returning cast of professionals that includes Dianne will be back after winning last year's series with comedian Amy, who withdrew early from the 2024 run due to a foot injury, is also confirmed to return. Carlos and Giovanni Pernice, however, will not be returning this year. The Italian dancer, who was previously a regular fixture on the show, was absent last year and has faced allegations relating to behaviour in the rehearsal room. Sarah James, executive producer at BBC Studios, said: 'We've been big fans of Alexis and Julian for some time so it's with great excitement that we now welcome them both to the Strictly family. "They're two incredible dancers with bright futures ahead of them, and we know viewers are going to love getting to know them both.' The celebrity cast for the new season will be announced in the coming weeks. 10 Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon have been signed as new dancers for the 2025 series Credit: PA 10 Gorka Marquez has been confirmed in the line-up Credit: Click News and Media 10 Johannes Radebe arrived in style Credit: Click News and Media 10 Amy, who withdrew early from the 2024 run due to a foot injury, is also confirmed to return Credit: Click News and Media 10 Katya was ready to sweat in a stylish brown two-piece co-ord Credit: Click News and Media 10 The energetic Vito was eager to start dancing again Credit: Click News and Media 10 Nancy will also be back this year Credit: Click News and Media 10 Karen arrived raring to go for dance rehearsals Credit: Click News and Media
