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David Beckham has once again caused a distraction among his fans after sharing a sweet throwback family snap to mark his mum’s birthday. 

The former footballer took to social media to publicly pay tribute to his mother Sandra Beckham on her special day.

He shared a picture of the birthday girl, who turned 74 on Wednesday (June 16), taken back when he was just a youngster.

It showed Sandra holding onto her youngest child, Joanne, while eldest Lynne cuddled up to her baby sister and David rested himself alongside his mum.

“Happy Birthday Mum love you so much x the sun is shining and you deserve to have the best day [red heart emoji],”

David, 49, began in the caption of his post in view of his 88 million followers.

He then went on to joke about his sibling rivalry, adding: “We love u so much [red heart emoji] Lots of love your favourite child [laughing emoji],” before he humorously tagged his sisters in the post.

David’s wife Victoria was quick to respond to the post, writing: “Happy birthday Sandra!! We love u.” While Joanne responded to David’s claim, and seemingly confirmed he was right, posting: “Haha you beat me to it @davidbeckham. Love you mum even if David’s your favourite @sandra_beckham49.” But Sandra herself was happy with all the love, commenting: “Ahh thank you love you all too.”

And David’s fans and followers were also rushing to share their birthday wishes for Sandra while also being distracted by her resemblance to the late Princess Diana.

@lindalievaart said: “Your mom looks a bit Lady Di.” @julesmegan29 replied: “Omg I thought the same. She really does look like Princess Di.” @oiro16 commented: “Omg I actually thought it was her and found the first line of the caption odd!!” @beckyfarn added: “Thought your mum was Princess Di for a second.”

It comes after David quashed rumours of a potential Spice Girls reunion. The former Manchester United and England star dismissed growing speculation that the iconic Nineties girl group, which included his wife Victoria famously known as Posh Spice, were set to reunite for another tour.

The rumours came following their surprise performance at Victoria’s 50th birthday party back in April. When asked by Variety about the possibility of them hitting the stage together once again, David said: “Unfortunately, that’s not happening.”

Referring to the impromptu Spice Girls’ gig at Victoria’s birthday celebration, he added: “Victoria was so pleased to see the girls, and it was a massive part of her life, the girls, but obviously, all the girls have got their own things going on.”

With Princess Anne celebrating her 74th birthday today, there’s no doubt her brother King Charles and sister-in-law Queen Camilla will offer their birthday wishes – but it appears Anne’s warm bond with Camilla was actually once frosty

Ever since he took to the throne, King Charles has been able to count on the loyal support of his little sister Princess Anne.

The Princess Royal has continued to keep up her busy schedule of royal engagements with her brother as monarch – and he will no doubt be sending her all his best wishes today as she turns 74. However, her relationship with is wife, Queen Camilla, is said to have been less smooth sailing over the years.

And tensions between the two women once led to Anne making a brutal prediction about Camilla’s future in the Royal Family, according to a royal expert. Author Angela Levin made the claims in her book, titled ‘Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall: From Outcast to Future Queen Consort that the relationship between the two women took a long time to warm up.

Anne once made a brutal prediction about Camilla’s future as Queen ( 
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She wrote: “Like many people who didn’t know Anne well, Camilla found her frosty demeanour difficult and somewhat unnerving to cope with [at first]”.

Levin also claims that “Anne was, for many years, opposed to the idea of Camilla being granted the title of Queen Consort” and even once made the brutal prediction that “Camilla will never be a true queen”.

These days, relations are said to have improved between the two women as “time has proven to be a healer”, with Anne’s opinion of Camilla becoming more positive over the years.

Camilla – who was crowned Queen alongside her husband Charles on 6 May at Westminster Abbey – was previously married to Andrew Parker-Bowles, with whom she shares two children: Tom Parker-Bowles, 48, and Laura Lopes, 45.

Anne is said to have dated Andrew herself back in the 1970s, when she was a young woman. As he is a Roman Catholic, she would have been unable to marry him as a member of the Royal Family – because the monarch is the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, Levin claims it would have been “out of the question”

The author claims that this romantic history added a tricky dimension to Camilla and Anne’s relationship: “Her relationship with Camilla was particularly awkward as they had both been involved with Andrew Parker Bowles”, she wrote.

Anne kept her distance from Camilla when she first entered the royal fold officially, “as much as possible” the biographer claims, adding that “Princess Anne reportedly initially gave Camilla the cold shoulder. It was little consolation that the Princess Royal had also had a frosty relationship with Diana, for whom she had no time before she married Charles, and with Sarah, Duchess of York”.

These days, things are much warmer between Anne and Camilla, Levin claimed, writing that Camilla’s “sense of duty” eventually won Anne over: “Anne has seen for herself how hard Camilla has worked for the monarchy and her sense of duty. Gradually, she became more amenable”.

Royal glory or business as usual? Nobody’s quite sure what happens when your daughter becomes queen — but it appears that Carole and Michael Middleton are going to find out.

What will happen to Catherine’s parent if she eventually becomes Queen? The extent of their contribution and investment in their daughter’s life cannot be trivialized, which begs the question: will they be honored if she ascends to the throne? With endless controversy and speculation surrounding Middleton’s middle-class background, the royal family’s strict rules present a potential obstacle to such recognition. Catherine is married to the Prince and holds the title of the Princess of Wales, and the prospect of becoming queen now appears feasible. So, what will become of her parents? What will be their fate? Will they take up any formal royal titles or duties or continue to be humiliated because of their background? Join us as we explore this complex and intriguing situation in detail.

 

As the Duchess of Cambridge, Catherine Middleton, inches closer to becoming Queen Consort, a fascinating question emerges: What Will Happen To Middleton’s Parents When She Becomes Queen? Traditionally, the conferring of titles has been reserved for members of the royal family or those who have rendered exceptional service to the monarchy. Despite the Middleton’s undeniable support for their daughter and Services to the crown behind the scenes. This remains a subject of speculation among royal fans. Join us as we reveal the answer to this question and put to rest the speculations.

Everyone loves a classic fairytale story, and that’s one of the reasons why Catherine Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has received so much love from around the world. Catherine’s journey from a middle class girl to the future queen consort has captured the world’s attention. As she prepares for her role as queen, many people wonder what will happen to her family, especially her parents, Carole and Michael Middleton. Carole and Michael have played a very big role in Catherine’s life by offering support throughout her rise to royalty. Despite their important influence, there are still questions about whether they will receive any titles or formal roles when Catherine becomes Queen. Will they finally get royal honors? Or will they remain as they are? Let’s find out!

While Prince William might have a better relationship with his father King Charles now, that hasn’t always been the case.

In fact, there was a time when the Prince of Wales was much closer to Kate Middleton’s parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, than to the King of England. And it seems like there was a good reason for it, too.

This Is The Reason Why Prince William Is So Close With Michael Carole Middleton

That’s because the Middletons managed to take Prince William under their wing while King Charles was just a little too busy for his son. At least, that’s how one royal author is putting it.

As many royal fans know, Prince William and Kate Middleton got married in 2011, but they were dating on and off for more than a decade.

During that time, the Prince of Wales got to know Kate’s family and grew particularly close to her parents. And for that reason alone, it seems like William is very grateful to them.

Royal Family News – What’s Next For Prince William?

One source close to the situation even put it this way, “They took him [Prince William] under their wing from the very beginning and provided the kind of family atmosphere he had never had and probably yearned for.”

“Lots of laughs, lots of family games and sharing of outdoor pursuits as a family. Just being there for him when his own father was far too busy and unable to provide this.”

“This has made him very ‘family conscious’ which was exactly what King Charles wanted for him as he never had it himself.”

And while the Middletons might have somewhat of an influence over Prince William, it’s not as strong as the one that the monarchy still has over him.

“The royal side will always come out on top however influential your family is or has been. William is very family-minded because of this but he can’t beat the system.”

So far Prince William himself has not made any comments about the matter, although at this point it’s doubtful that anything will be said. Drop us a line with your thoughts in our comments section below.

In the meantime, come back right here for all the latest updates and spoilers on your favorite daytime television shows and The British Royal Family.

Prince Harry revealed what Prince William told him and Meghan Markle after they announced they were expecting Prince Archie.

Prince William made one particular comment after hearing of Meghan Markle’s pregnancy (Image: Getty)

Prince William had a four-word response to Meghan Markle’s pregnancy news, according to Prince Harry.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who welcomed Prince Archie in 2019 and Princess Lilibet in 2021, may be estranged from the Royal Family now but that wasn’t always the case.

Harry and Wiliam are said to not be on speaking terms now, following the dukes explosive claims against the Firm, but during the time when the Sussexes were expecting Archie, the two brothers were still close.

According to Harry’s memoir, Spare, which was released last year, the Sussexes decided to share their exciting news with the rest of the royals on the same day as his cousin, Princess Eugenie’s wedding, in October 2018.

Harry wrote about the day: “Euge was getting married, to Jack, and we were deliriously happy for her, and for ourselves, selfishly, since Jack was one of our favourite people.

The Waleses and the Sussexes on Princess Eugenie’s wedding day in 2018 (Image: Getty)

“Meg and I were supposed to head off on our first official foreign tour as a married couple, but we delayed the departure several days, so we could be at the wedding.

“Also, the various gatherings connected to the wedding would give us a chance to pull aside family members one by one and tell them our good news.”

And after they had finally found the future King and told him the news his first reaction was that “we must tell Kate”.

Harry said: “After the drinks reception, in St George’s Hall, Meg and I pulled Willy aside. We were in a big room, suits of armour on the walls. Strange room, strange moment.

“We whispered the news, and Willy smiled and said we must tell Kate.

“She was across the room, talking to Pippa. I said we could do it later, but he insisted.

“So we went and told Kate and she also gave a big smile and hearty congratulations. They both reacted exactly as I’d hoped.”

In a surprising and joyous turn of events, King Charles III has officially bestowed a royal title upon his younger son, Prince Harry. This announcement has ignited celebrations across the United Kingdom, with many citizens expressing their delight at the renewed connection between Harry and the royal family. The title, which is expected to enhance Harry’s role in public life, marks a significant moment for both the prince and the monarchy, as it symbolizes reconciliation and unity.

The news broke during a royal event attended by members of the family and a crowd of enthusiastic supporters. As King Charles made the announcement, cheers erupted from the audience, with many waving flags and chanting Harry’s name. “This title represents hope and healing for our family,” the king said, beaming with pride. “I am thrilled to welcome Harry back into the fold in a more official capacity.”

Fans of the Sussexes have taken to social media to celebrate this development, with hashtags like #WelcomeHomeHarry trending across various platforms. Many see this as a step towards mending the rift that has existed within the family since Harry and Meghan Markle decided to step back from royal duties in 2020. The move is being hailed as a sign that the royal family is open to reconciliation and that healing is possible.

However, not everyone is pleased with this announcement. One prominent critic of the royal family, Piers Morgan, has voiced his displeasure, arguing that granting Harry a title undermines the monarchy’s integrity. In a fiery tweet, he stated, “Giving Harry a title is a slap in the face to those who respect the institution. This is a man who turned his back on the family.” Morgan’s comments have sparked debates among royal watchers, with opinions divided on whether Harry deserves this honor after stepping away from royal duties.

Despite the mixed reactions, the overall sentiment in the UK is one of joy and celebration. Many see the title as a recognition of Harry’s commitment to charitable work and mental health advocacy, efforts that resonate deeply with the public. As he continues to work on projects close to his heart, supporters are hopeful that this title will allow him to make an even greater impact.

As Prince Harry embraces his new role, the nation stands by him, united in their hope for a brighter future for the royal family. With King Charles leading the way, many believe that this moment could signify the beginning of a new chapter filled with unity, understanding, and shared purpose. As the applause fades, one thing remains clear: the royal family continues to evolve, and the public is eager to witness the journey ahead.

Jowita Prystal gushed over her partner Pete Wicks after the couple made it through to week four of the competition following movie week on Saturday.

While Toyah Wilcox became the latest celebrity to be voted off the show during Sunday’s results, Pete and Jowita celebrated the chance to dance again as rumours of the pair’s romance continue to rise.

Taking to her Instagram, Jowita described the TOWIE star as ‘unbelievable’ as she thanked fans for their continued support.

She wrote: ‘And we are through to another week. Can’t thank you enough for all your support!

‘Your love and kindness means a world to us. We cannot wait to start another week x

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Jowita Przystal has praised Pete Wicks as ‘unbelievable’ in her recent Instagram post on Sunday as the couple celebrate another week of Strictly amid blossoming romance rumours

Strictly’s Pete and Jowita share ‘flirty’ encounter backstage

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Taking to her Instagram, Jowita described the TOWIE star as ‘unbelievable’ as she thanked fans for their continued support after their Samba on Saturday

‘@p_wicks01 you gave it all last night, your hard work and commitment is unbelievable x’.

Referencing their George And The Jungle themed Samba she added: ‘I change „ George is lucky I guess” to „Ursula is very lucky to dance with George”’.

The Mail on Sunday have revealed that tongues are wagging on the set of the BBC One dance show because the couple are so besotted with one another.

Strictly insiders say it has become an ‘open secret’ among the cast and crew that they have fallen for one another after being paired together in August.

One said: ‘Pete has fallen head over heels for Jowita. He thinks she is amazing in every way.

‘The feeling is mutual from her side and things have definitely progressed between them. They are all over one another behind the scenes, in a way that a loved-up couple would be.’

After the couple’s sizzling dance on Saturday, Pete had judge Craig Revel-Horwood blushing with his George Of The Jungle themed rountine, but Jowita was also impressed with his skimpy costume.

A backstage video of the pair posted on the Strictly Instagram account, shows Jowita teasing Pete about his wild look, telling him: ‘I still think you should keep that outfit’.

Strictly’s Pete almost sends Jowita ‘flying’ after awkward stumble

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She wrote: ”@p_wicks01 you gave it all last night, your hard work and commitment is unbelievable x”

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Pete also thanked fans as he took to his Story after the results show

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Toyah Wilcox and her partner Neil Jones  became the latest celebrity to be voted off the show during Sunday’s results after they went head to head in the dance off with Paul Merson

Strictly fans claim Pete and Jowita are ‘made for each other’

Commenting on the flirty video, Jowita also posted a love heart for her rumoured love interest, gushing: ‘So proud of you !!!!! My king of the jungle ! ♥️’

The judges awarded the pair an impressive 26 for Movie Week – with Craig and Motsi delivering sixes and Shirley and Anton sevens.

Pete said later of the George of the Jungle routine: ‘I absolutely hate the film, but I absolutely love the Samba. George loves the Samba.’

Jowita, turning to her co-star and gazing up at him said: ‘Any idea I picture you go with it. You never say no and you always want to be fully in. You’re my number one George. Better than the movie.’

Speaking about their romance the source also told The Mail: ‘It appears that we may have the first Strictly romance of the series, which is so exciting. They are the talk of the show.

‘The other contestants are really happy for them. They are always smiling. It’s lovely. It will certainly brighten up the show following the dreadful saga around Giovanni (Pernice) and Amanda Abbington.’

The pair are thought to have hit it off ‘immediately’ and were seen at the beginning of last month very publicly cosying up together at the National Television Awards.

It wouldn’t be the first time that Jowita– the Polish ballroom supremo who guided Hamza Yassin to victory in 2022 – has dated one of her Strictly co-stars.

She enjoyed a fling with former professional dancer Giovanni Pernice, 34, last year and was also linked to dancer Arduino Bertoncello.

Before that, she was in a long-term relationship with her dance partner Michael Danilczuk.

Commenting on the flirty video, Jowita also posted a love heart for her rumoured love interest, gushing: ‘So proud of you !!!!! My king of the jungle ! ♥️’

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The Mail on Sunday can reveal that tongues are wagging on the set of the BBC One dance show because the couple are so besotted with one another

Sam Thompson says Pete Wicks ‘in love’ with dance partner Jowita

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Peter and Jowita are seen in co-ordinating leather outfits as they leave Television Centre in London on October 2

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According to their website, the couple met in 2013 at a summer dance camp in Krakow, Poland. It also mentioned that they didn’t like one another at first but after spending a year in partnership they fell in love.

In 2015, they ended their competitive career together but carried on performing with Burn The Floor, the live dance show, while travelling the world. They split up two years ago.

Strictly‘s Pete Wicks and partner Jowita Przystal continued to spark romance rumours after reportedly cosying up together backstage following Saturday’s show.

The TOWIE star, 36, and stunning dancer, 30, have found themselves embroiled in romance rumours for weeks amid their intense rehearsals.

In snaps obtained by The Sun  the pair looked closer than ever as they chatted following their performance, with Pete still in his Tarzan costume.

Jowita appeared to rest her head on his shoulder before gazing into each other’s eyes after filming the latest live show, and its results.

MailOnline have contacted Pete and Jowita’s reps for comment.

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Strictly’s Pete Wicks, 36, and partner Jowita Prystal, 30, continued to spark romance rumours after reportedly cosying up together backstage following Saturday’s show (pictured last week)

Strictly’s Pete and Jowita share ‘flirty’ encounter backstage

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The TOWIE star and stunning dancer have found themsleves embroiled in romance rumours for weeks amid their intense rehearsals.

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In snaps obtained by The Sun the pair looked closer than ever as they chatted following their performance, with Pete still in his Tarzan costume

It comes after Jowitza gushed over Peter after the couple made it through to week four of the competition following movie week on Saturday.

While Toyah Wilcox became the latest celebrity to be voted off the show during Sunday’s results, Pete and Jowita celebrated the chance to dance again as rumours of the pair’s romance continue to rise.

Taking to her Instagram, Jowita described the reality TV veteran  as ‘unbelievable’ as she thanked fans for their continued support.

She wrote: ‘And we are through to another week. Can’t thank you enough for all your support!

‘Your love and kindness means a world to us. We cannot wait to start another week x

‘@p_wicks01 you gave it all last night, your hard work and commitment is unbelievable x’.

Referencing their George And The Jungle themed Samba she added: ‘I change „ George is lucky I guess” to „Ursula is very lucky to dance with George”’.

The Mail on Sunday have revealed that tongues are wagging on the set of the BBC One dance show because the couple are so besotted with one another.

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It comes after Jowitza gushed over Peter after the couple made it through to week four of the competition following movie week on Saturday

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She wrote: ”@p_wicks01 you gave it all last night, your hard work and commitment is unbelievable x”

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Pete also thanked fans as he took to his Story after the results show

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Toyah Wilcox and her partner Neil Jones became the latest celebrity to be voted off the show during Sunday’s results after they went head to head in the dance off with Paul Merson

Strictly’s Pete almost sends Jowita ‘flying’ after awkward stumble

Strictly insiders say it has become an ‘open secret’ among the cast and crew that they have fallen for one another after being paired together in August.

One said: ‘Pete has fallen head over heels for Jowita. He thinks she is amazing in every way.

‘The feeling is mutual from her side and things have definitely progressed between them. They are all over one another behind the scenes, in a way that a loved-up couple would be.’

After the couple’s sizzling dance on Saturday, Pete had judge Craig Revel-Horwood blushing with his George Of The Jungle themed rountine, but Jowita was also impressed with his skimpy costume.

A backstage video of the pair posted on the Strictly Instagram account, shows Jowita teasing Pete about his wild look, telling him: ‘I still think you should keep that outfit’.

Commenting on the flirty video, Jowita also posted a love heart for her rumoured love interest, gushing: ‘So proud of you !!!!! My king of the jungle ! ♥️’

The judges awarded the pair an impressive 26 for Movie Week – with Craig and Motsi delivering sixes and Shirley and Anton sevens.

Pete said later of the George of the Jungle routine: ‘I absolutely hate the film, but I absolutely love the Samba. George loves the Samba.’

Jowita, turning to her co-star and gazing up at him said: ‘Any idea I picture you go with it. You never say no and you always want to be fully in. You’re my number one George. Better than the movie.’

Speaking about their romance the source also told The Mail: ‘It appears that we may have the first Strictly romance of the series, which is so exciting. They are the talk of the show.

‘The other contestants are really happy for them. They are always smiling. It’s lovely. It will certainly brighten up the show following the dreadful saga around Giovanni (Pernice) and Amanda Abbington.’

Commenting on the flirty video, Jowita also posted a love heart for her rumoured love interest, gushing: ‘So proud of you !!!!! My king of the jungle ! ♥️’

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The Mail on Sunday can reveal that tongues are wagging on the set of the BBC One dance show because the couple are so besotted with one another

Strictly fans claim Pete and Jowita are ‘made for each other’

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Peter and Jowita are seen in co-ordinating leather outfits as they leave Television Centre in London on October 2

All the Strictly Come Dancing blunders so far this series

The pair are thought to have hit it off ‘immediately’ and were seen at the beginning of last month very publicly cosying up together at the National Television Awards.

It wouldn’t be the first time that Jowita– the Polish ballroom supremo who guided Hamza Yassin to victory in 2022 – has dated one of her Strictly co-stars.

She enjoyed a fling with former professional dancer Giovanni Pernice, 34, last year and was also linked to dancer Arduino Bertoncello.

Before that, she was in a long-term relationship with her dance partner Michael Danilczuk.

According to their website, the couple met in 2013 at a summer dance camp in Krakow, Poland. It also mentioned that they didn’t like one another at first but after spending a year in partnership they fell in love.

In 2015, they ended their competitive career together but carried on performing with Burn The Floor, the live dance show, while travelling the world. They split up two years ago.

Strictly‘s Dianne Buswell took a swipe at the recently eliminated Toyah Willcox on Tuesday.

The professional dancer, 35, took to Instagram to share a video update of herself  and her celebrity dance partner Chris McCausland, 47 and they discussed how their last performance went.

After thanking fans for their support, Dianne made a subtle comment about the pair’s former co-star after Toyah made a savage joke on Strictly – It Takes Two on Sunday night.

She joked that she looked a little like Toyah when she was in costume as Garth from Wayne’s World on movie week at the weekend.

She said: ‘It went alright didn’t it?’ as she beamed at her partner.

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Strictly’s Dianne Buswell took a swipe at the recently eliminated Toyah Willcox on Instagram on Tuesday after the singer made a savage dig at Chris McCausland

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Toyah was forced to clarify her comments when she said on It Takes Two that the only way for the remaining contestants to avoid a dance off is to ‘get rid of Chris’

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Chris complimented his professional partner, telling her she looked great dressed as her Movie Week character Garth, from Wayne’s World but Dianne said she looked like Toyah

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Dianne joked that she looked a bit like Toyah  when she dressed as Garth from Wayne’s World in movie week

He then complimented his professional partner, telling her she looked great dressed as her Movie Week character Garth, from Wayne’s World.

But Dianne quickly cut in, and said she looked a little bit like their co-star, saying: ‘Yeah, I looked a bit like Toyah as well.’

And Chris chuckled, adding that she looked ‘great as Garth/Toyah’ before joking that he had been told he looked like singer Lewis Capaldi.

Dianne and Chris dressed up as Wayne and Garth from Mike Meyer’s comedy Wayne’s World for the dance competition’s Movie Week.

The theme saw Dianne don a voluminous blonde wig and thick-rimmed black glasses as well as a glittery blue shirt and black jeans.

Chris looked world’s away from his normal self in a long black wig, matching black T-shirt, jeans and a pair of Converse trainers.

He completed his transformation into the film’s titular character with a black cap with the word ‘Wayne’s’ over a picture of the world.

Dianne’s brutal comparison comes after Toyah’s savage dig at co-star Chris during her appearance on It Takes Two left viewers, presenter Fleur East and her professional partner Neil Jones speechless.

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Dianne’s brutal comparison comes after Toyah’s savage joke left viewers, presenter Fleur East and her professional partner Neil Jones (pictured) speechless

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Fluer was left so stunned her mouth was left gaping as she struggled to collect herself before moving the conversation on

Toyah suggested the only way for the remaining contestants to avoid a dance off is to ‘get rid of Chris’ as she took a swipe at the fan favourite.

And while the singer was attempting to make ta joke, her comment didn’t sit well with fans of the show.

But following viewer outrage, Toyah set the record straight on Tuesday night on what she really meant.

The actress took to Twitter and penned: ‘Just to clarify and to clear up any confusion that’s flying around.

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Toyah suggested the only way for the remaining contestants to avoid a dance off is to ‘get rid of Chris’ as she took a swipe at the fan favourite

But following viewer outrage, Toyah set the record straight on Tuesday night on what she really meant

‘Get rid of Chris’: Toyah takes a dig at Chris after Strictly exit

‘My good friend @chrismccausland, is my favourite to win this year, I think he is inspiring and brilliant, he has worked so hard and I wish him nothing but love! Toyah.’

During the singer’s appearance on the spin off show, Fleur asked Toyah how she was feeling leaving her Strictly family behind.

She asked: ‘It’s been such a tight knit group this year do you have any advice or tips for the other celebs?’

Toyah then rubbed her hands together and chuckled before sitting forward in her seat and telling the camera: ‘If you don’t want to do a dance off, get rid of Chris or you’re all going to have a face a dance off.’

 As Toyah laughed, her partner Neil looked at Fleur in confusion with his mouth open before letting out a chuckle.

As the camera settled on Fleur’s face, the singer, 36, also appeared shocked and struggled to speak.

In an effort to diffuse the situation, the professional dancer told the host: ‘She’s chose our winner already!’ as the three all laughed.

Fleur then quickly moved the conversation on to what Toyah might be getting up to now her time on the show had finished.

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Many felt the attempt at a joke was inappropriate considering the comedic star is blind and currently the fan favourite to win the series

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Toyah became the second star to leave the show after she landed in the bottom for a second week (pictured with host Tess Daly)

And the barrage of criticism online caught the attention of the comedian himself who was forced to wade in and release a statement praising the singer

And while the awkward exchange was quickly brushed past on the show, fans of Strictly were left fuming.

Viewers took to social media to air their grievances, criticising Toyah for her dig at Chris.

Many felt the attempt at a joke was inappropriate considering the comedic star is blind.

Others demanded a public apology from the star.

One wrote: ‘Just catching up! What was that about Toyah on it takes two? “if you don’t want to be in the dance off, get rid of Chris”. Fleur was gobsmacked and just couldn’t respond – Neil was also stunned. shocked as a viewer too’

While another took to X and wrote: ‘Toyah upset cause a Blindman can dance better than her and yes, Chris deserves a public apology’.

Viewers took to social media to air their grievances, criticising Toyah for her dig at Chris and demanding an apology off the star

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Meanwhile Paul Merson also made sure to take a swipe at Toyah as he also appeared on the BBC spin off show on Tuesday evening after beating her in the dance off on Sunday

One fan especially appreciated Paul standing up for Chris as he joked he knew he would be safe in the competition once he found out he was in the dance off against Toyah

And the barrage of criticism online caught the attention of the comedian himself who was forced to wade in.

The stand-up took to his own X account and told fans of the show that Toyah had been nothing but supportive during their shared time on the show together.

He wrote: ‘All I can say is that @toyahofficial has been nothing but beautiful and supportive and what she said on Takes Two was funny and an incredible bloody compliment. It’s been such a joy and a privilege Toya. Lots of love, enjoy the surfing! X’.

Meanwhile Paul Merson also made sure to take a swipe at Toyah as he also appeared on the BBC spin off show on Tuesday evening after beating her in the dance off on Sunday.

Speaking about being in the bottom two he joked: ‘It’s completely out of my hands. I just sit there and relax.

‘I do sit there and think, “very good, very good, very good. Oh Toyah’s still in, she’s the same as me. She’s the same as me, so I’ve got a chance!”‘

He added: ‘It was out of Jamie [Borthwick] and Toyah. If Jamie was the one who [ended up in the dance-off], I would have been out. So when it was Toyah, it was a flip of a coin. I knew I had a chance.’

Taking to Twitter one fan wrote: ‘Nice bit of shade from Paul there, defending his butty Chris from Toyah’s comments!’

The 80s singer and partner Neil were eliminated from the competition after losing the dance off to footballer Paul Merson and partner Karen Hauer following Movie Week.

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Toyah and Neil (L) lost the dance off to footballer Paul Merson and partner Karen Hauer (R) on Sunday

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With three votes in favour of Paul and Karen, they won the majority vote meaning Toyah and Neil would be leaving

Following the judge’s decision Toyah gushed over ‘phenomenal’ Neil and declared her experience on the show ‘the best two months of my life!’.

Both couples performed their routines again, with Toyah and Neil taking to the floor with their Samba to Poor Unfortunate Souls from Little Mermaid, after scoring just 15 out 40 and landing at the bottom of Saturday’s leaderboard.

Meanwhile Paul and Karen performed their Cha Cha to The Magnificent Seven from The Magnificent Seven, which saw them initially score 19.

After both couples danced the judges delivered their verdicts with Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke all choosing to save Paul and Karen.

Strictly’s Craig tells Toyah’s husband to ‘sit down’ after he boos

With three votes in favour of Paul and Karen, they won the majority vote meaning Toyah and Neil would be leaving.

Head Judge Shirley Ballas also agreed with her fellow professionals and said she would have also decided to save Paul and Karen.

Toyah told Tess Daly about her time on the show: ‘It’s been the best two months of my life, it has been fantastic. I have enjoyed every second. And you [Neil] have been phenomenal, thank you so much.’

While Neil said: ‘[Toyah] has made me laugh so much, I have never seen someone work so hard , I’m the one asking for breaks every now and then! She just kept going, she wanted to learn so much.’

‘If you saw her in the hallway she’s been practicing. Everyone’s been telling me have you seen Toyah practicing, she’s brilliant and she’s what Strictly is all about, and I’ve loved every moment’.

Nick Knowles revealed a major health update in regards to his future on Strictly Come Dancing on Wednesday after pulling out of last week’s live show due to an injury.

The DIY SOS star, 62 – who is paired with pro Luba Mushtuk – missed out on last Saturday’s Movie Week due to a shoulder problem, before falling and injuring his knee during rehearsals.

It’s yet to be decided whether Nick will be returning to the dance floor this week and the TV presenter has admitted that the decision still hangs in the balance.

He shared an update with fans both on his Instagram account and during an appearance on It Takes Two alongside Luba.

In the Instagram video, he told fans: ‘So I’m behind the scenes at It Takes Two and the good news today is that the physios have cleared me to train tomorrow.

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Nick Knowles revealed a major health update in regards to his future on Strictly Come Dancing on Wednesday after pulling out of last week’s live show due to an injury

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He shared the update with fans both on his Instagram account and during an appearance on It Takes Two alongside Luba

‘That’s not an all clear for Saturday yet. I have to see how I get on tomorrow and then a decision will be made on Friday.

‘So, obviously we’ll update you as we go along. But I just wanted to take this moment to say thank you for all the well wishes that I’ve received and encouragement from everybody.  And I’m hopeful that I will be dancing on Saturday.’

Then, being interviewed by Janette Manrara during the BBC dance competition’s spin-off show It Takes Two, Nick went into detail about what happened on Friday.

He explained: ‘We’d had a great week learning the dance and we were doing the camera tech rehearsals where the cameras get to see how the dance works and everything.

‘Very last step of the dance I was late getting to where I should and leapt to the position and my one leg stayed still and the rest of me went through.

‘Had a bit of a collapse and realised it wasn’t in a good position. I hurt my knee basically.’

On the bright side, he added: ‘Each day gets a little bit better.  On Friday, it looked pretty bad to be honest. Saturday was not so good but I got a scan and so we decided to wait until Monday so we could have a look at that.

‘Monday was a little bit stronger and today I got the see the physios and I’ve had help from all the rehab and physio’s and doctors and they have given me clearance to try and dance tomorrow to train.

Nick Knowles thanks fans for wishes as he reveals health update

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The DIY SOS star, 62 – who is paired with pro Luba Mushtuk – missed out on last Saturday’s Movie Week due to a shoulder problem, before falling and injuring his knee during rehearsals

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Being interviewed by Janette Manrara during the BBC dance competition’s spin-off show It Takes Two, Nick went into detail about what happened on Friday

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The duo confirmed that a final decision will be made on Friday, and Luba told Janette: ‘Tomorrow we will try and we will go gentle and see what we can do and what we can’t and then adjust it’

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It comes after Nick revealed he is ‘gutted’ to have missed out on Strictly last week as he watched Saturday night’s show on crutches

‘If I train tomorrow then it might not necessarily be the end of it. We will see how I do tomorrow and that is all we can say at the moment.’

The duo confirmed that a final decision will be made on Friday, and Luba told Janette: ‘Tomorrow we will try and we will go gentle and see what we can do and what we can’t and then adjust it.

‘We will take it step-by-step and see what is comfortable and maybe what is feeling uncomfortable. We will create it together.’

It comes after fans worries intensified when he was not included in the list of this week’s songs and dances that are always announced the Wednesday before the next live show.

The show’s Instagram page did say however: ‘We will update with more news on Nick when we have it.’

In accordance with BBC rules the couples can only miss one week due to injury and then they must leave the competition.

Nick also revealed he was ‘gutted’ to have missed out on Strictly last week as he watched Saturday night’s show on crutches.

He wrote on X: ‘Gutted not to be out there with everyone tonight on the dance floor, but still suited up and cheering them on from the sofa!’

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Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left baffled over whether Nick Knowles will return to the show amid his injury (pictured with pro partner Luba Mushtuk)

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It comes after fans worries intensified when he was not included in the list of this week’s songs and dances that are always announced the Wednesday before the next live show

At the top of the show, hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman updated viewers on the situation as he and his partner partner Luba Mushtuk were granted a free pass to the next round of the competition.

Tess said: ‘As you can see, Nick Knowles and his partner Luba are not here. In rehearsals, Nick sustained an injury and is not able to perform tonight’.

Claudia added: ‘As per the rules of the competition, he will receive a bye into next week’s show.’

Claudia also sent her love to Nick on behalf of the whole team and wished him a ‘speedy recovery’, to which she was met with a round of applause.

Nick was also flooded with well-wishes on his social media. with fans rushing to send him get well soon messages.

Nick Knowles reportedly has ‘no alternative’ but to perform the very dance that injured him in the first place, if he gets the green light to take to the floor on Saturday.

The DIY SOS star, 62, will find out tomorrow whether he can dance again or will instead be leaving the BBC competition for good following an injury that forced him to pull out of Movie Week.

Despite things looking good as Nick revealed he’s training again yesterday, the contestant has been dealt a fresh blow.

Insiders have revealed that Nick will be dancing the Charleston – a style known for it’s twisting steps and leg flicks – as it’s the routine he learned for Movie Week and there is no time to rehearse a new one.

A source told The Mirror: ‘The plan is to rehearse today and Friday and then a final decision will be made about Saturday evening. He is going to try and do the routine he’d already learned for Movie Week.

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Nick Knowles reportedly has ‘no alternative’ but to perform the very dance that injured him in the first place, if he gets the green light to take to the floor on Saturday

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The DIY SOS star, 62, will find out tomorrow whether he can dance again or will instead be leaving the BBC competition for good

‘It’s unfortunate it’s a Charleston because it’s very hard to do without lots of knee action, but there is no alternative. Everyone has their fingers crossed for him.’

MailOnline has contacted representatives for Nick Knowles and Strictly Come Dancing for comment.

The Charleston features a long of leg action, including t’s famous knocky knees and legs flying into the air.

If all goes well and Nick gets permission to dance, he will be performing Rain on the Roof from Paddington 2 with his pro partner Luba Mushtuk.

It comes just after Nick revealed a major health update in regards to his future on Strictly on Wednesday.

He shared an update with fans both on his Instagram account and during an appearance on It Takes Two alongside Luba.

In the Instagram video, he told fans: ‘So I’m behind the scenes at It Takes Two and the good news today is that the physios have cleared me to train tomorrow.

‘That’s not an all clear for Saturday yet. I have to see how I get on tomorrow and then a decision will be made on Friday.

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It comes just after Nick revealed a major health update in regards to his future on Strictly on Wednesday

Nick Knowles thanks fans for wishes as he reveals health update

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In the Instagram video, he told fans: ‘So I’m behind the scenes at It Takes Two and the good news today is that the physios have cleared me to train tomorrow’

‘So, obviously we’ll update you as we go along. But I just wanted to take this moment to say thank you for all the well wishes that I’ve received and encouragement from everybody. And I’m hopeful that I will be dancing on Saturday.’

Then, being interviewed by Janette Manrara during the BBC dance competition’s spin-off show It Takes Two, Nick went into detail about what happened on Friday.

He explained: ‘We’d had a great week learning the dance and we were doing the camera tech rehearsals where the cameras get to see how the dance works and everything.

‘Very last step of the dance I was late getting to where I should and leapt to the position and my one leg stayed still and the rest of me went through.

‘Had a bit of a collapse and realised it wasn’t in a good position. I hurt my knee basically.’

On the bright side, he added: ‘Each day gets a little bit better.  On Friday, it looked pretty bad to be honest. Saturday was not so good but I got a scan and so we decided to wait until Monday so we could have a look at that.

‘Monday was a little bit stronger and today I got the see the physios and I’ve had help from all the rehab and physio’s and doctors and they have given me clearance to try and dance tomorrow to train.

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Being interviewed by Janette Manrara during the BBC dance competition’s spin-off show It Takes Two, Nick went into detail about what happened on Friday

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The duo confirmed that a final decision will be made on Friday, and Luba told Janette: ‘Tomorrow we will try and we will go gentle and see what we can do and what we can’t and then adjust it’

Nick Knowles reveals how he collapsed during Strictly rehearsal

‘If I train tomorrow then it might not necessarily be the end of it. We will see how I do tomorrow and that is all we can say at the moment.’

The duo confirmed that a final decision will be made on Friday, and Luba told Janette: ‘Tomorrow we will try and we will go gentle and see what we can do and what we can’t and then adjust it.

‘We will take it step-by-step and see what is comfortable and maybe what is feeling uncomfortable. We will create it together.’

It comes after fans worries intensified when he was not included in the list of this week’s songs and dances that are always announced the Wednesday before the next live show.

The show’s Instagram page did say however: ‘We will update with more news on Nick when we have it.’

In accordance with BBC rules the couples can only miss one week due to injury and then they must leave the competition.

Nick also revealed he was ‘gutted’ to have missed out on Strictly last week as he watched Saturday night’s show on crutches.

He wrote on X: ‘Gutted not to be out there with everyone tonight on the dance floor, but still suited up and cheering them on from the sofa!’

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Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left baffled over whether Nick Knowles will return to the show amid his injury (pictured with pro partner Luba Mushtuk)

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It comes after fans worries intensified when he was not included in the list of this week’s songs and dances that are always announced the Wednesday before the next live show

At the top of the show, hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman updated viewers on the situation as he and his partner partner Luba Mushtuk were granted a free pass to the next round of the competition.

Tess said: ‘As you can see, Nick Knowles and his partner Luba are not here. In rehearsals, Nick sustained an injury and is not able to perform tonight’.

Claudia added: ‘As per the rules of the competition, he will receive a bye into next week’s show.’

Claudia also sent her love to Nick on behalf of the whole team and wished him a ‘speedy recovery’, to which she was met with a round of applause.

Nick was also flooded with well-wishes on his social media. with fans rushing to send him get well soon messages.