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I watched Strictly Come Dancing's first live show twice - and still can't believe one iconic moment

That definitely didn't disappoint!

BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers send Bobby Brazier same one-word Jade Goody message

Big Brother legend Jade tragically died from cancer, but EastEnders star Bobby's dad Jeff was in the Strictly Come Dancing studio to cheer him on tonight.

'Too old' - Aston Villa ace Jacob Ramsey reveals aim for the season after injury setback

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Jacob Ramsey targets senior England call-up

Met Office and BBC break silence over 23C Indian Summer in October

Some forecasters are predicting the UK could sizzle in 23C heat when October begins - causing bookmakers to cut the odds on a record-breaker.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans declare 'we've had enough' and demand 'new judge'

BBC fans tuning into the first live episode took to Twitter to fume at Shirley "under-marking" some Strictly Come Dancing contestants

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Claudia Winkleman mortified over wrong announcement and says 'oh no'

The host - who was presenting with Tess Daly - was left cringing after wrongly suggesting Katya had made history.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans announce 'boycott' of series and say 'what a shame'

Amanda Abbington's inclusion on the BBC soap has sparked fury among the viewing faithful, who have accused her of 'liking' transphobic tweets.

Claudia Winkleman says she has 'no words' after Bobby Brazier's remark about kids with Dianne

The host brought up the Strictly curse after Bobby's comment and said 'not already'

BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers halt show with 'breaking news' and say 'eyes are watering'

Rippon showed off her famous flexibility during her first Strictly Come Dancing routine to secure an impressive score of 28.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers predict romance and say chemistry's 'sizzling'

Strictly Come Dancing fans have spoken out on Twitter after the ITV Coronation Street star topped the leaderboard on the first live show.

Peter Kay TV show could return with Christmas special and film as he says 'I have ideas'

Channel 4 noughties comedy Phoenix Nights could be revived by Peter Kay, according to reports.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star sparks concern with 'bleeding neck' after performance

Nancy appeared to have blood on her neck when she chatted with Tess Daly following her dance with Les.

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Manchester City handed major blow as key player set to miss Wolves clash

Latest Wolves news from BirminghamLive as Man City midfielder sees red and will miss clash at Molineux

BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers work out series winner in week one and say 'country's ruined'

BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers reckon the winner of this year's show has been confirmed - just 30 minutes into tonight's first episode. Strictly Come Dancin [...]

Bellegarde apology made as O'Neil policy explained after Wolves red card

Wolverhampton Wanderers news from BirminghamLive following the 1-1 draw at Luton Town in the Premier League

Thousands in UK face missing £200 from bank accounts after September 30

Household Support Fund was set up by the government for local authorities to distribute cash to struggling households amid a Cost of Living crisis which has le [...]

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans ask 'what' as first live show hit by same complaint seconds in

The live show kicked off with new titles

ITV Coronation Street's Jude Riordan says 'I can't believe it' as childhood hero becomes a castmate

TThe ITV soap star has confirmed Imelda Staunton is joining Brassic for the Christmas special.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Adam Thomas' wife sends public message to Luba Mushtuk and says 'impossible'

Adam, who starred in BBC Waterloo Road and ITV Emmerdale, is partned with Luba for the 2023 series and Caroline spoke out on Instagram on Saturday.

West Brom player ratings v Millwall as Mowatt and Diangana take their chance

West Brom report and ratings from The Hawthorns as Albion play out yet another goalless draw with Millwall

Amazon selling 'perfect weekend bag' for £9 - and can be taken on easyJet, Ryanair, British Airlines and Emirates flights

The bag is said to fit under the seats of a number of planes

Wolves handed blow as midfielder set to miss Aston Villa clash

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Wolves midfielder set to miss Villa clash at Molineux

BBC show says 'we're taking a break' after number of episodes cut by bosses

Spokesperson said “super inflation” in drama production was to blame for cutting the number of episodes of medical drama Casualty a year by seven.

Gemma Atkinson says 'sorry' in public apology to Mia after daughter's 'heartbreaking' two-word reply

Gemma was unable to get her daughter to her dance lesson on Saturday - after Thiago spent all morning crying and the home turned chaotic.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Neil Jones and Nadiya Bychkova told to leave show and 'not hang around'

The former pro - who was the longest-serving dancer when he left the programme - opened up in a new interview with the Sun newspaper.

EasyJet axes popular UK to holiday hotspot flight route from 2024

The budget airline has confirmed it will be axing the route from next year.

Wolves team news vs Luton Town as Gary O'Neil makes big call at Kenilworth Road

Wolverhampton Wanderers team news from BirminghamLive as Gary O'Neil names his starting XI for the Premier League game at Luton

Gogglebox in hot water after credits roll and viewers say 'it's not that kind of show'

The documentary explored climate change earlier this week, and Gogglebox cast gave their views on Friday's show.

Sex offender convicted of two dozen offences including ten rapes and child abuse

Peter Leigh Rogerson, 58, inflicted physical and emotional scars on his survivors - now he is facing a long time behind bars

Shaquarn Reid charged with attempted murder after victim shot near football ground

Shaquarn Reid will appear in court after a man was shot inside a supermarket by the West Bromwich Albion football ground

Mauricio Pochettino warns Chelsea man over poor discipline ahead of Aston Villa clash

The latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as the Claret and Blues prepare to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington breaks silence over 'clash' with Giovanni in lengthy video

BBC Sherlock star Amanda has addressed reports she wanted to quit following clashes with Giovanni Pernice.

£17k romance fraudster jailed over callous gold swindle targeting single women

Khalid Mahmood, from Redditch, must pay £20,000 in compensation after multiple victims fell for his tricks

BBC Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard after week one and every score

Who is top of the leaderboard after the first performances? And who is bottom

BBC The Wheel fans in tears at contestant's cost of living speech after £92k win

Colin fought back tears as he told viewers what it would mean for his family

Gemma Atkinson says 'I'm feeling good' and shows off body weeks after giving birth

The former Hollyoaks actress shared the changes in before and after photos

Russell Brand accused of groping girls as school appeals for ex-pupils to come forward

Tory Brown says Brand - who was at the centre of a Channel 4 Dispatches documentary last week - grabbed girls under what he called his "cloak of love" at Itali [...]

BBC Strictly Come Dancing under fire for Zara McDermott introduction and viewers say 'come on'

Strictly Come Dancing has come under fire for its description of Love Island star Zara as a "documentary maker" rather than reality TV contestant.

BBC Michael McIntyre's The Wheel viewers accuse Richard Madeley of getting help on question

The Good Morning Britain host was stumped on a question on video games before getting it right in a twist

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Gorka Marquez defended over muttered remark at Craig Revel-Horwood and fans say 'come on'

Gorka and Nikita Kanda glided their way to a score of 18 with an elegant waltz to Run To You by Whitney Houston.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke says hopes 'not high' for this year's series

The judge spoke out ahead of the first live show on Saturday, following the Strictly Come Dancing launch on BBC One last weekend, where the 15 celebrities lear [...]

BBC Strictly Come Dancing in hot water over star's history and viewers say 'it's unfair'

Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin delivered a sensual samba to Touch by Little Mix during the first live BBC show tonight.

Mike Dean makes worrying penalty prediction after Luton Town vs Wolves controversy

Latest Wolverhampton Wanderers news from BirminghamLive as former referee Mike Dean comments on penalty decision at Kenilworth Road

Bobby Brazier's dad Jeff bursts into tears after son's first BBC Strictly dance

The EastEnders star performed a Foxtrot with pro partner Dianne Buswell

Households will get extra £500 in bank accounts if they fit specific age group

Pensions Minister Laura Trott MBE MP also said households with someone aged 80 and over will receive £600.

Tom Parker's widow Kelsey breaks silence on new boyfriend Sean and says 'it's a new lease of life'

Kelsey, who has two children with Tom, started dating Kent builder Sean, 44, eight months after Tom’s passing last March.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing slapped with complaints over week one trend and viewers say 'show needs to learn'

Craig was slammed after he opted to give Nikita Kanda just three during the BBC live episode on Saturday.

Strictly's Motsi Mabuse snaps at Craig Revel Horwood as he complains about unusual item under her desk

Motsi Mabuse hit back after Craig made a dig about her 'thinking she's Beyonce'

Strictly Come Dancing fans issued warning by BBC announcer ahead of first live show

The continuity announcer had two warnings - one for viewers and one for the professional dancers

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Tess and Claudia announce week one 'rule' and viewers say 'it's pointless'

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman presented the show from 6.15pm to 8.30pm on BBC - but all 15 contestants were safe.

ITV Emmerdale viewers work out how Gail and Sophie ends and say 'we smell a rat'

Emmerdale fans have been speculating after it was revealed Sophie was Oscar's birth mother - with many predicting a dark twist for Gail, who may lose custody o [...]

West Brom problem highlighted after Millwall stalemate

Latest West Bromwich Albion news from BirminghamLive as Carlos Corberan's side shares the spoils at The Hawthorns

Helen Skelton says 'I don't miss it' and shares worst part of BBC Strictly Come Dancing

Helen spoke out on Instagram as Strictly Come Dancing returns tonight.

ITV Emmerdale star flooded with 'wild' messages and says 'I wouldn't show my mum'

Soap star says he is being inundated with messages which are "wild" - with plenty coming in through Instagram.

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty demands Ben Thompson 'be quiet' in on-air 'row'

Breakfast star Naga was hosting with Ben from 6am til 9.15am on Saturday morning, but the pair's show turned awkward when they discussed arguing.

Janette Manrara shares special way her family watch Strictly Come Dancing

It Takes Two host and Strictly pro husband Aljaz Skorjanec really get involved in the action

ITV My Mum Your Dad in hot water after credits roll and viewers say 'it's really sad'

Davina McCall signed off on Twitter, now X, last night after the finale and admitted she was left "totes emosh" by the programme.

'Aggressive' cancer warning issued to anybody with common nighttime habit

Needing to go the toilet in the night - nocturia, as the NHS calls it - could be an indicator of prostate cancer, which is often called "aggressive" due to its [...]

Bradley Walsh devastated by co-star's death and says 'he's irreplaceable'

The BBC reboot returns to the channel on Saturday with ITV The Chase star Bradley at the helm.

Frankie Bridge issues distressing family appeal and says 'please let us know'

Frankie, who is married to ex-Chelsea left-back Wayne Bridge, spoke out on Instagram in a desperate Story.

Two ITV My Mum Your Dad couples still together and Davina McCall says 'I'm cupid'

The Big Brother legend spoke out after the ITV show finale this week.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas issued warning and told 'you need to remember'

Strictly Come Dancing returns for its first live show TONIGHT - with head judge Shirley back on the panel to cast her eye over the contestants.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Krishnan Guru-Murthy dealt blow hours before first live show and 'it's crushing'

He has also been the subject of just 1.4% of all bets placed so far on the series winner.

BBC Saturday Kitchen under fire and viewers say 'loads are disappointed'

Viewers reacted to the latest edition of the show, hosted by Matt Tebbutt, on Saturday as the programme aired after BBC Breakfast.

ITV The Voice viewers work out Olly Murs replacement and say 'it's a great shout'

Murs has said he is "gutted" to leave his role as a coach on The Voice UK after six years.

Dan Walker says 'I'm not saying that' in awkward spat with Alex Scott over BBC Football Focus

It comes amid reports of plunging viewers.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing stars 'concerned' and 'hysterical' and demand action at studio

Strictly Come Dancing kicked back off for 2023 tonight, with the cast back at the studio at Elstree from 6.15pm with Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman hosting.

Sam Thompson pays sweet tribute to Zara McDermott with outfit on BBC Strictly Come Dancing

Sam was in the studio to support Zara on Saturday night and took to Instagram ahead of the episode, which aired from 6.15pm.

New UK speed cameras can catch drivers even if slowing down before passing

After technical advancements, it is believed the UK could be the next country to rollout high-tech speed cameras already used on roads in Europe.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke in appeal to viewers after saying celebs are 'not very good'

Anton seems to have changed his tune

BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers angry over 'missing' week one feature and say 'we want to see it'

Fans complained the tempo of Eddie's routine was far too slow and ponderous.

Richard Madeley

BBC Strictly Come Dancing winner 'confirmed' after week one and viewers say 'it's obvious'

Nigel closed out the first live show with a dramatic paso doble alongside his partner Katya Jones.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice tells Amanda Abbington 'you can't' live on air after 'backstage row'

The pair delivered a stunning routine on Saturday evening - during the first live show of the year.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers spot problematic detail of Bobby Brazier and Dianne Buswell pairing

The EastEnders star is a favourite to life the Glitterball trophy

Married At First Sight UK's Nathaniel says show is 'sham' and 'what I went through can't happen again'

Nathaniel has spoken out after marrying trans Ella - and says the Channel 4 show "pressured" him into exchanging vows for the TV experiment.

Paris Fury breaks silence on traveller tradition backlash and says 'I'm independent'

The 33-year-old ITV Loose Women star is married to heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers hit out at audience and say 'get a grip'

Viewers at home were distracted from the action of the first live show

BBC Strictly Come Dancing praised for subtle detail in opening credits and viewers say 'so glad'

Amy Dowden was included in the opening credits for 2023 - as she battles cancer away from the BBC Strictly Come Dancing studio in Elstree in London.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing dark horse 'could win it' and viewers say 'that's more like it'

Angela Scanlon and her partner Carlos Gu danced a dramatic tango to Prisoner by Miley Cyrus featuring Dua Lipa for their first performance.

'Unfortunately' - Carlos Corberan makes Brandon Thomas-Asante point after West Brom draw

Carlos Corberan's reaction to West Brom's goalless draw and their performance against Millwall on Saturday

Louise Redknapp pulls out of Eternal reunion in row over Pride and says 'it's a real shame'

Strictly Come Dancing star - who split from husband Jamie six years - agreed to reform the 1990s group last year, but things hit the skids when bandmates Easth [...]

BBC Strictly Come Dancing in hot water over Tess Daly outfit and viewers say 'it used to be elegant'

Strictly Come Dancing presenter was wearing leather trousers and a white shirt - with fans left unimpressed - as she hosted with Claudia Winkleman from 6.15pm [...]

Boy, 12, 'traumatised' as he ends up in middle of road after being hit by car

The youngster was narrowly missed as a second car flew round the corner

Ben Shephard's fans say 'wow' as they can't believe change in Dermot O'Leary in throwback photo

The Tipping Point star goes way back with the This Morning host

Helen Flanagan shares harsh warning from daughter Matilda at modelling gig

The former Coronation Street star accompanied her daughter on a professional shoot for a designer childrenswear brand

Wolves player ratings vs Luton as ten men battle for a point

Report and player ratings from Wolves Premier League game at Luton Town

Met Office and BBC announce when miserable weather will end and Indian Summer hit

Unfortunately, meteorologists expect days of washout weather with heavy rain and torrential downpours.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas supported over emotional discovery in drawer and she says 'I suppose'

The head judge will be back on BBC One tonight with her fellow judges as the first live show of the year airs.

Stacey Solomon says 'sorry' and admits 'I can't stop' after risking losing followers

The 33-year-old BBC Sort Your Life Out star took to Instagram to showcase her latest clothes for the retailer on Saturday.

ITV Loose Women star, 58, flooded with support over 'real' body post and she says 'it's me'

"TV work me vs Home work me … watch till end !" Nadia said. "Instagram vs reality."

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice issues love life update and says 'I just have to'

Strictly Come Dancing hunk Giovanni has dated Ashley Roberts over the years, as well as Love Island star Maura Higgins.

Man taken to hospital after being bitten by XL Bully in park

Metropolitan Police said the owner of the dog left the scene prior to police arrival

Jeremy Sarmiento starts as Carlos Corberan makes five West Brom changes

West Brom boss Carlos Corberan has made five changes to his starting XI for today's visit of Millwall

Timmy Mallett quits fame and announces normal job after 15 years off TV

Timmy Mallett was adored by millions of children in the eighties and nineties.

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty in hot water over blind bride remark and viewers say 'it's unfortunate'

Naga was hosting the programme on Saturday alongside Ben Thompson from 6am.

ITV James Martin's Saturday Morning in hot water and viewers say 'less please if you don't mind'

Viewers hit out at the chef's show on social media on September 22.

48-hour warning issued to anybody with Halifax, Lloyds, NatWest, Barclays account and 'it's for good'

High street banking giants Halifax, Lloyds Bank and NatWest, as well as Barclays, are shutting sites from Monday.

Boots selling Christmas advent calendar with £450 worth of beauty products for just £99

The advent calendar is available online