The BBC dancer opened up on Channel 4’s Stand Up To Cancer

Amy Dowden has opened up about the impact her cancer journey has had on her identity and sense of self during an appearance on Channel 4’s Stand Up To Cancer on Friday evening.

The 35-year-old Welsh dancer, who underwent a second mastectomy just five weeks ago, spoke candidly about her evolving relationship with her body following years of treatment.

 

“Five weeks ago, I had another mastectomy, so I’m no longer emotionally attached to my body, but I am so proud of how far it’s come, and I’m so grateful for another shot at life,” she told viewers.

The Strictly Come Dancing professional who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023, reflected on how dramatically different her circumstances are compared with her appearance on the same fundraising programme two years earlier.

Amy Dowden made an appearance on Channel 4’s Stand Up To Cancer

She revealed she continues to receive monthly injections at the oncology unit as part of her treatment, and said her hormone-fed cancer has caused medically induced menopause, a further challenge she must navigate.

“I don’t know if I’ll have the honour of being able to become a mum, which I desperately want to be able to,” she said, her voice cracking with emotion.

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Ms Dowden expressed deep gratitude for the clinicians who have supported her throughout her battle. “I’m so grateful for my medical team, the doctors and nurses who have kept me alive.”

The dancer also reflected on her 2023 appearance on the programme, when she appeared with a shaved head during the height of her treatment.

The dancer underwent a second mastectomy just five weeks ag

“Two years ago, very different story when I was here last,” she recalled. “I had no hair, I didn’t even recognise myself, actually, but I’m so proud of how far I’ve come.”

She described that period as the most challenging of her life.

“At the time I was going through the hardest journey of my life,” she said.

Ms Dowden was frank about the emotional toll of her diagnosis.

Ms Dowden was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in May 2023

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“A cancer diagnosis, it changes you forever. I’m no longer the person I was, and that’s not by choice.”

The star admitted she struggled deeply with her appearance and physical exhaustion.

“I hated the way I looked. I had no energy and I was scared,” she said, adding that she often cried herself to sleep.

Her husband, she revealed, would overhear her quietly weeping in the shower.

“I just longed for that old Amy back and I know I’m never, ever going to get her back,” she said.

Ms Dowden explained that for a long time she believed she would never return to dancing.

“I never thought I was going to get back on the dancefloor. I couldn’t see how I was going to get Amy back again.”

She was unable to partner a celebrity on Strictly in 2023 due to her treatment, but has since made her return to the BBC One show.

Amy Dowden and Thomas Skinner on Strictly

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“I just longed for that old Amy back and I know I’m never, ever going to get her back,” she said.

Ms Dowden explained that for a long time she believed she would never return to dancing.

“I never thought I was going to get back on the dancefloor. I couldn’t see how I was going to get Amy back again.”

She was unable to partner a celebrity on Strictly in 2023 due to her treatment, but has since made her return to the BBC One show.

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will leave at the end of the upcoming series (Image: BBC)

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are edging closer to their final episode hosting Strictly Come Dancing, and BBC bosses have reportedly now shortlisted 10 stars to replace them. The duo will team up on Strictly for the final time during next week’s grand final, before making their last appearance alongside each other in the festive special, airing on Christmas Day. It’s no secret that BBC bosses have had a mammoth task on their hands attempting to find a replacement for Tess, 56, and Claudia, 53, who have co-hosted Strictly together since 2014.

Since they announced their exit in a joint statement in October, a number of names have been thrown into the mix as potential replacements. Keen to find the perfect on-screen pairing, BBC executives are reportedly putting stars through a series of chemistry tests to see who works best together. The three stars at the top of that list are Bradley Walsh, Alex Jones and Alan Carr. However, there are still seven other celebrities who are in for a chance of walking away with the prestigious gig.

Alan Carr is amongst the top three in the running (Image: Getty)

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A source told The Sun: “Replacing Claudia and Tess is a mammoth task but the BBC have whittled down the talent to 10 people. As well as Bradley, Alex and Alan, Rylan Clark, Rob Rinder, Zoe Ball, and Holly Willoughby will be at the chemistry day. Amanda Holden, Alison Hammond, and Angela Scanlon have made the cut too.”

“They will go to a studio and be put into different pairs to see who works together best. It could be two women or two men paired, or a mix. They will ultimately choose whoever has the best chemistry in each partnership.”

The insider acknowledged that Rylan, 37, and Alan, 49, already have strong on-screen partnerships with Rob Rinder and Amanda Holden through their respective shows, but are keen to form a new pairing to freshen things up.

They added: “Strictly bosses want to mix things up and see if there is a partnership within the ten that hasn’t been tried out before and is perfect.

BBC bosses are keen to find the perfect on-screen pairing to freshen up Strictly (Image: Getty)

“Ultimately, no one is bigger than the show so whichever lucky pair land the jobs will be the ones who the BBC think will be the perfect accompaniment to the series.”

It comes after Tess was left in tears while filming the pre-recorded Christmas episode. After the recording, an audience member said there was an overwhelming amount of emotion in the room at the close of the show.

“Tess and Claudia looked pretty choked as they grabbed hold of each other’s hands and said that this was the final time they were ever going to say ‘keeeeeep dancing,’” they told the Mirror. “They were fighting hard to hold it together, but it was clear they were saying that iconic catchphrase with more emotion than ever before.”

The insider added: “Tess was wiping away tears afterwards. She managed to do it in between takes, so on screen, she will look fine. But the audience knew, it all felt incredibly emotional. We were stamping and cheering and gave them a standing ovation at the end.”

Strictly’s Dianne Buswell admits ‘my little secret’ as she shares adorable Joe Sugg baby update

It was back in September that the professional dancer announced she was expecting a baby with her boyfriend, Joe Sugg

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell

Dianne Buswell has shared some pictures from when her pregnancy was her ‘little secret’ from her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars as she compared pictures from then to now as she prepares to welcome her first child

It was back in September that the professional dancer announced she was expecting a baby with her boyfriend, Joe Sugg, who fans will recall she met on the BBC One dance show back in 2018 when they were partnered together and made it to the final.

They shared an adorable announcement video on social media, in which the parents-to-be could be seen in a clip standing behind a wooden easel with paint and paintbrushes as they got to work on their masterpiece.

The playful clip, set to the iconic Elton John track, Tiny Dancer, then saw the couple painting, before they turned the canvas around to reveal three stick figures – one of Dianne, one of Joe and a baby in the middle of them. They then captioned their post: “Our little baby boy [heart emoji]. We cannot wait to meet you.”

Dianne, who announced her pregnancy just before her return to Strictly, where she was seen being partnered with actor Stefan Dennis for the 2025 series, has since been sharing updates, alongside Joe, on their journey to becoming a mum and dad.

Joe is getting ready for his and Dianne’s arrival(Image: Dianne Buswell Instagram)

And in a new post, Joe shared a string of pictures in which he could be seen preparing for his little one’s arrival. In one snap, he could be seen putting a small nappy on a teddy, with Dianne resharing the photo to her Instagram Story and said: “HE’S PRACTISING,” alongside a string of almost-crying emojis.

Meanwhile, Dianne has given a glimpse at how much her baby bump has blossomed as she posted pictures of her sporting a catsuit for a recent pro dancer number on Strictly. During Sunday’s (December 7) Musicals Week results show, the professionals performed a sizzling group number to Cell Block Tango from Chicago.

But the performance was actually filmed back in the summer, when Dianne was yet to reveal she was pregnant. Having found the outfit during her recent day at Elstree Studios, the mum-to-be slipped it back on and highlighted the chance to her body.

Dianne slipped back into the outfit she wore before she announced her pregnancy

Alongside the images, the Australian star wrote: “Back when we filmed this number I hadn’t told any of the pros that I was pregnant yet it was my little secret …. last night I found my outfit on the rack and thought I would do a growth chart… He’s certainly grown.”

Fellow Strictly pro Lauren Oakley was quick to respond, gushing: “LOVE [heart emoji],” while Luba Mushtuk echoed: “[heart emoji] LOVE THIS.” Vito Coppola commented: “Gorjiiiiii,” as Strictly It Takes Two co-host simply posted a string of love heart emojis.

Fans were also quick to respond. @fabiak19 shared: “Love this!! how crazy what a woman’s body can do!! looks incredible.” @tamsin_niven wrote: “I find it so cool that you have all this documented that you can look back on as a family.” @rebecca.2001x shared: “Oh I love. It really does show you how quickly time goes.” @buswellla added: “Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous!!! he has grown so much.”

The Bachelorette alum Jason Tartick made his relationship with his new girlfriend, Kathryn Hurley, Instagram official on Friday, December 12.

Tartick, 37, shared several photos with Hurley in honor of her 34th birthday.

“From the dogs you save every day to the people whose lives you change, you make everything around you more beautiful,” he captioned the post. “Happy Birthday Kathryn!”

Us Weekly exclusively reported on November 15 that Tartick and Hurley had started dating after he adopted his dog Teddy from her nonprofit rescue center, Wags & Walks Nashville, earlier this year.

The news came three days after the couple sparked romance rumors when they were photographed looking cozy at the opening of Craig’s in Nashville.

Hurley amicably separated from her ex-husband, musician Rajiv Dhall, in April after nearly five years of marriage. They have since finalized their divorce.

In July, Tartick opened up to Us about getting his golden retriever mix from Wags & Walks Nashville, which Hurley founded in 2019, while also speaking about his love life.

“I think my next girlfriend’s gotta love dogs,” he teased at the time. “[She] has to be a fan of Teddy and the idea of rescuing. That’s so important.”

Tartick went on to say he is “very private” about his relationships, adding, “Dating in 2025 has been a wild and interesting ride.” He did, however, share that he was looking for a “teammate” in life.

“Some of the things for me that are nonnegotiable are support, loyalty, honesty through words and actions, consistency with care and respect, and also someone that just wants to just enjoy every aspect of life,” he explained. “I look up to my parents, but my parents have been married for over 40 years. And, of course, through the 40 years, there’s always challenges. And to watch them overcome every challenge over these 40 years and continue to just truly fall more in love every day is, like, one of the most beautiful things I’ve seen. And they just always have each other’s back. I think that consistency and that teamwork are the dream for me.”

Tartick is best known for competing on season 14 of The Bachelorette starring Becca Kufrin in 2018. He finished in third place behind runner-up Blake Horstmann and winner Garrett Yrigoyen.

The following year, Tartick began dating season 11 Bachelorette lead Kaitlyn Bristowe. They got engaged in 2021 but split in 2023.

In April, Bristowe, 40, publicly called out Tartick for naming his dog Teddy, which she wanted to call her baby one day.

“I said the day I met him, ‘I want to name my baby Teddy,’” she claimed on her “Off the Vine” podcast before telling listeners that she was “not fully angry” but “really grossed out and disappointed” in her ex.

After his breakup from Bristowe, Tartick briefly dated social media influencer Kat Stickler — who has since been linked to John Mayer — last year.

Men who have filmed themselves slashing migrant boats are posing as accredited journalists to encourage asylum seekers to speak to them on camera

 
Daniel Thomas, right, and Ryan Bridge, have been offering migrants money to speak to them, with Bridge also pretending he is a journalist (Photo: Raise the Colours)

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December 10, 2025 6:00 am (Updated 4:04 pm)
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British vigilantes have been posing as journalists in a new tactic designed to confront Channel migrants in France.

Migrants have been shown fake press cards and offered money by members of the group, as part of their efforts to film content for their anti-migrant social media pages.

These vigilantes’ actions have escalated from raising St George’s flags on English streets to travelling to France where they have been harassing migrants and slashing small boats used in Channel crossings.

The i Paper previously revealed how the vigilantes discussed a secret plot to misdirect police and send groups of British men to join their efforts in France but were rumbled when they were overheard in the pub.

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A new tactic used by the men is to pose as accredited journalists. It appears they are doing this to encourage migrants they encounter in France to speak to them on camera.

In a video posted last month, the men are confronted by French police as they film a destroyed migrant boat on the beach. The officer asks whether the group have a press card. The footage suggests the men do not.

The following week, they uploaded a video of their return to France but this time one of the men is brandishing what appears to be a homemade press card printed out on white paper. Real press cards are plastic with identifying details about the journalist and a hologram printed onto a blue background.

Ryan Bridge, who is one of the leaders of the flag-raising Raise the Colours movement, is filmed holding what appears to be a DIY card out to a number of migrants.
Ryan Bridge holds what appears to be a homemade press card (Photo: Raise the Colours)
In one such video, Bridge also asks a migrant if he would be interviewed, falsely telling the man he is “from the press association”, which is similar to the name of one of the UK’s leading news agencies.

It’s unclear if Bridge is actually claiming to be from this organisation, as later in the same clip he amends his introduction to say he is from “a press association called Raise the Colours”.

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Self-styled as a citizen’s army, the group of men dub their exploits as mock military campaigns, such as “Operation Overlord” – the codename for the Allies’ invasion of occupied Europe during the Second World War, beginning on D-Day, 6 June, 1944.

Bridge, along with Daniel Thomas, an associate of far-right leader Tommy Robinson, are positioned as the two main leaders. The pair shared a photo of themselves dressed in pseudo security forces outfits and boast of purchasing new equipment for themselves using donations, including stab-proof vests.

They are now attempting to sign up large numbers of English men to take direct action against migrants in France.

Their recruitment tactics involve pumping out a high volume of videos filmed in France of their confrontations with those in the Calais camps, with one recent video capturing a vigilante asking a potential migrant: “Do you want to speak to us for money? Do you want some money? Do you want some euro?”
Ryan Bridge, left, with Daniel Thomas. Their use of Christianity to justify their actions has been criticised by the Church of England (Photo: Danny Thomas)
They film their “operations” in France, with a recent social media clip showing the vigilantes shouting abuse at migrants in a camp. It concludes with Bridge panting and out of breath having run a short distance to a waiting getaway car after a water bottle is thrown at them on camera.

The group claims more than 5,500 men signed up within 24 hours of their recruitment site going live. This is despite there not being a large amount of traction online around their chosen hashtag “#OperationOverlord”.

This hashtag reached a daily peak of around 4,800 mentions on 28 November, the day the mission was launched. This dropped to only 100 posts featuring the hashtag on 1 December, according to figures collected by the Institute for Strategic Dialogue using social media monitoring tool Brandwatch.

Bishops warn vigilantes to stop co-opting Christianity

The men also attempt to pull on support by positioning their activities as the actions of English Christians protecting the Christian faith.

Two leading bishops have spoken out in response to the group’s use of religion to justify their behaviour. They warn that “any attempt to co-opt Christianity to particular political agendas or ideologies should be viewed with deep suspicion”.

In a bid to boost sign-ups, the vigilantes have continually highlighted their Christian faith and called on other Christians to join them. Thomas refers to himself as a “warrior of faith”.

The vigilantes share images featuring Christian symbols of the cross and crucifix as well as pictures suggesting they are religious soldiers.

“Christianity is at the forefront of everything we do,” said Thomas at the start of one recent video.

This use of Christianity is alarming the Church of England, with two leading bishops speaking out against this misappropriation of their faith.

“Any co-opting or corrupting of the Christian faith to exclude others is unacceptable, and I am gravely concerned about the use of Christian symbols and rhetoric to apparently justify racism, violence and anti-migrant behaviours,” said the Bishop of Southwark, the Right Rev Christopher Chessun.

He added: “I understand that there are many who may be swept up in movements like this who don’t necessarily buy-in wholesale to what is being said.

“I would encourage them to think again, to consider what kind of world they want to be a part of – and to choose compassion and understanding over hostility and violence.”
The Right Rev Arun Arora, left, and Christopher Chessun, right. The two Bishops reflected concerns shared by the Church of England regarding the use of Christianity to justify anti-migrant vigilantism (Photo: Diocese of Leeds/Getty)
The Christian leader highlighted that the men’s behaviour is coinciding with preparations to celebrate Christmas, which is a time to reflect on the birth of Jesus Christ, who was a Middle Eastern child “who, with his parents, became a refugee, fleeing those who would do them harm”.

The Bishop of Kirkstall, who is also the Church of England’s co-lead Bishop on Racial Justice, added: “Christ’s call to love your neighbour is a hallmark and authenticator for all of those who would seek to follow his teachings or act in His name.

“It is a non-negotiable teaching which is glaringly absent in the actions of these men,” the Right Rev Arun Arora said.

He continued: “Any attempt to co-opt Christianity to particular political agendas or ideologies should be viewed with deep suspicion. The far right has often sought to wrap itself in flags or symbols which belong to us all.”

HOCKING FOOTAGE: Masked Brits Raid French Beaches & KNIFE Migrant Dinghies “NOT ONE MORE!”

Britons have been filming themselves travelling to beaches in France and ‘destroying’ small  boats – gaining thousands of views in the process

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Sanya Burgess is an award-winning journalist whose investigations have included revealing Deliveroo was not paying the living wage to all riders, despite the company’s pledge to do so. She has also tracked disinformation and far right hate speech in the UK during the Southport riots, conspiracy theories about the attempted shooting of Donald Trump and revealed that Elon Musk was paying some of Tommy Robinson’s legal fees. She has also worked on issues relating to Big Tech and underage gambling, as well as uncovering war crimes and human rights abuses in Iran, Myanmar and the UAE – including the ‘hostage’ tapes of the detained Dubai Princess Latifa.
British vigilantes who spearheaded efforts to fly England flags across the country have launched a new anti-migrant protest – attempting to block illegal Channel crossings.

Using the term “Operation Stop The Boats”, members of the group have been filming themselves 𝘴𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 small boats before they are used by migrants to cross the English Channel from France

Posts on social media show members calling for other British men to join them in France, including making a direct appeal to football hooligans, saying “we need to make a stand”.

In one video message shared this week by a member of the Raise the Colours group – the grassroots movement that has seen flags fixed to lampposts, motorway bridges and roundabouts across England – two men are seen evoking military language and the spirit of the British fight against the Nazis in the Second World War.
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Claiming to be recording from the northern French coast, one said: “Just like in the 1940s, we must take a stand, and it starts with the men of England and Britain.”

Making an appeal to “firms” – a phrase that refers to football hooligan groups – the other man added: “Our country is doing nothing. Weak government, weaker borders.

“They are doing nothing, so we need to make a stand, boys. Get the lads together, get your firms together, get the lads in the pub, get the lads down the bars, if you’re talking about it and you agree with what we are doing, give us a hand.”

The Government is under pressure to act after more than 36,000 people have crossed the English Channel in small boats (Photo: raisethecolours.org.uk/Instagram)
The Government is under pressure to tackle the issue of migration amid a record number of asylum applications, surging small   boat crossings and protests at hotels housing asylum seekers.
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On Monday, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood set out a package of reforms to asylum policies aimed at tackling illegal migration, telling MPs the current situation is “out of control and unfair”.

The latest videos shared by those linked to the Raise the Colours group have separately been referred to as “Operation Overlord”.

Earlier clips showed two men saying they were taking matters of illegal migration into their own hands and filming themselves stamping on and smashing a small  boat’s engine.

In the clips, they refer to themselves as “patriots” and make a number of claims without evidence, such as that they are stopping “rapists and murderers” from “coming to a town near you”.

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The flag-raising group, who have a combined 100,000 followers on X and Instagram, also posted a plea on X for donations last week, writing that they are: “STOPPING The  Boats, whether the migrants or government like it or not!”
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Two videos from the group have recently been shared to the 1.7 million X followers of Tommy Robinson. The far-right figure and former leader of the English Defence League, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has previously been accused of mobilising football hooligan firms in an attempt to launch anti-Muslim rallies across the country.

Separately, French media reports that the Dunkirk Public Prosecutor’s office has opened a preliminary investigation into “aggravated violence” against migrants by suspected British far-right figures.

One of the details being examined by the French prosecutor is the claim that in September, four men waving British and UK flags verbally and physically attacked migrants on the French coast. It is alleged that they told the migrants they were not welcome in England and proceeded to steal some of their belongings.

The men are not the first anti-migrant figures to travel to France in a bid to take matters into their own hands.

In September, Ukip, Nigel Farage’s former political party, posted a video to their X account showing what appeared to be sleeping migrants in France being woken by people flashing strobe lights in their faces and shouting at them.

Nick Tenconi, Ukip’s current leader, also posted a video captioned: “In Calais hunting for illegal invaders trying to cross into Britain.”
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This Morning viewers have issued a desperate plea to ITV over I’m A Celebrity favourite Tom Read Wilson.

Fans believe the 2025 jungle star may be destined for a regular slot on the show, after a successful debut appearance as an Agony Uncle on today’s (December 11) episode.

Tom Read Wilson appeared on This Morning today (Credit: ITV)

Tom Read Wilson impresses This Morning viewers

Having made his name on reality  TV show Celebs Go Dating, Tom seemed the perfect candidate to give the audience at home advice on their juicy Christmas dilemmas. The segment followed Tom reflecting on his time in the jungle with presenters Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard.

This Morning viewers were certainly impressed with how he fared, with many cheering him on on social media.

One person tweeted: “Tom for Agony Uncle #thismorning.” “I’m pleased we’ve got a bit more Tom today,” somebody else also agreed.

A third likewise gushed: “It is SO wonderful to see @TomReadWilson on this morning right now. You are fabulous, Tom!”

Tom Read Wilson recently starred on I’m A Celebrity (Credit: Cover Images)

Others also speculated over whether the star was being ‘screen-tested’ for future appearances on the programme.

One fan said: “I have to say Tom is really good with this advice, I can see him doing the This Morning competition next week.”

“Tom for Fridays #thismorning,” commented somebody else, calling for a presenting shake-up.

Is this a screen test for future presenting opportunities for @TomReadWilson #ThisMorning (I hope so) pic.twitter.com/o2JIKMhNnR

— Tasha – Mummy&Moose (@mummyandmoose) December 11, 2025

Meanwhile, another fan also asked: “Is this a screen test for future presenting opportunities for Tom Read Wilson #This Morning (I hope so).”

A fourth fan was keen to go a step further: “Even better, can we have Tom instead of Cat and Ben?”

After the final dilemma, Cat and Ben then quizzed Tom on whether he’d come back to play Agony Uncle again. Were they dropping hints, we wonder?!

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Andrew Pierce, a regular contributor to Good Morning Britain and host on GB News, has announced his departure from the ITV show via social media.

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Responding to speculation about his future on the programme, Andrew confirmed: “Not a suggestion. It’s a fact, next week sadly is my last on @gmb, but viewers can tune in to see me presenting on @GBNEWS from 9.30am Monday to Thursday.”

The news prompted an outpouring of well-wishes from fans in the comments section. One follower queried, “As long as your podcast with @Kevin_Maguire is continuing.”

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Another asked simply, “Why?” while a third commented, “I don’t know a lot about politics, but I always thought the pairing of you and Kevin Maguire was entertaining. Good luck in your next role.”

Despite differing political views, another fan expressed appreciation for Pierce’s contributions, stating, “Well, Mr Pierce, even though I don’t agree with anything you say, I do appreciate your different opinions, and want to wish you all the best”

Others will miss the lively exchanges between Pierce and Maguire, with one saying, “Will miss you. The banter between you and Maguire has me ranting at the telly most mornings. But shows you, you can have differing opinions yet still be good mates. Good Luck,” reports the Mirror.

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Another echoed similar sentiments, adding, “Will miss you, Andrew, on GMB, loved the ‘banter’ between you and Kevin. Good luck on GB News.”

On a recent episode of GMB, co-host Andrew hinted at his impending exit during a conversation with Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley.

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Susanna enquired whether Andrew and Kevin interact with members of the public in their everyday lives, prompting Andrew to joke that people frequently “shout at him” about Kevin.

“They all say, ‘Is he as bad in real life as he is on the show?’ I say, ‘Yes, he is actually’,” Andrew quipped.

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Susanna then suggested that viewers likely question whether they’re truly friends away from the cameras despite their fiery on-screen exchanges. Both agreed as Kevin added, “You can disagree without being disagreeable all the time. Other people ask why I don’t hit him or how I put up with him.”

This led Richard to ask how long they’d been working together on the show, with Kevin revealing it had been roughly eight to 10 years.

“Since the beginning,” Susanna noted. “Not for much longer, sadly,” Andrew continued.

Charlie Stayt delivered breaking news (Image: BBC)

BBC Breakfast was halted for major breaking news as anchor Charlie Stayt delivered a crushing blow to Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves live on-air. In the Breakfast studio, Charlie told viewers: “In the last few minutes we’ve had the first update since the Budget on how the economy is faring. Important figures these – Peter Ruddick, aren’t they, for all of us?”

He turned to finance expert Ruddick, who joined him in the studio. Ruddick explained to viewers at home: “Very important figures. Always important to remember, they are a bit like looking in the rearview mirror at what has happened, not what is happening right now. The headline news is that the economy failed to grow in October – in fact, it contracted by 0.1%, a bit of a surprise.

“Remember, a growing economy tends to mean businesses doing well, expanding, investing, putting up jobs and wages. A shrinking economy can mean the opposite.”

He further added: “So what’s behind this 0.1% fall in October? We have to rewind back to then – what was going on? If you look at the details, the services sector, that’s how we describe retail and haircuts… that sector really failed to grow.

“Could that be because of pre-Budget jitters, people not sure about what was coming in the Budget and taxes holding back their spending?”

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King Charles is making a speech tonight about his cancer journey (Image: PA)

King Charles is set to make a speech tonight (December 12) about his cancer journey. The monarch shared his diagnosis of an undisclosed form of the disease in February 2024, while the Princess of Wales has also been open with world about her own cancer diagnosis that same year. Now the King is supporting Channel 4 and Cancer Research UK’s Stand Up to Cancer campaign with a new video message.

Buckingham Palace has confirmed the King will make a speech at 8pm GMT tonight, which was recorded in advance two weeks prior. It will advocate for the importance of cancer screening checks to help the public catch the disease in its earlier stages. It is unlikely King Charles will tell the public which type of cancer he is facing.

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Earlier this year, King Charles told guests at Buckingham Palace that his own experience of living with cancer showed that “the darkest moments of illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion.”

The speech will be available to view live on Channel 4 tonight at 8pm, and will later be available to stream on the network’s free app or catch-up service.

Also airing on Channel 4 for this year’s launch of Stand Up to Cancer will be a special programme at 7:30pm, in which Adam Hills and Hannah Fry join special guests for an evening of comedy and fundraising.

The King has continued to work as he battles cancer (Image: Getty)

At 8:10pm, the channel will air Cancer Clinic Live – a documentary with Davina McCall investigating the cancer clinic at Cambridge’s Addenbrooke Hospital.

Afterwards, a special charity version of Celebrity Gogglebox starring Kieran Culkin, Joe Marler and David Tennant will air, starting at 9:10pm, followed by Stand Up to Cancer’s Big Bash at 10:10pm.

At 11:15pm, a special edition of The Last Leg will air in aid of the charity, before Channel 4 airs a repeat of Rhod Gilbert’s documentary A Pain in the Neck, charting his own journey with head and neck cancer, at 12:20am.