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    Inside Strictly legend Amy Dowden’s Cornish minibreak with pals including hot tub, dress up night and running club

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    STRICTLY star Amy Dowden has celebrated being footloose and cancer-free with a weekend in Cornwall with close friends.The 33-year-old headed on a mini-break with loved ones including her husband, Benjamin Jones, and her sister, Becky, for a few days of vitamin sea on the Cornish coast.Amy heads on a mini break with her husband and their closest friends and familyCredit: Instagram/amy_dowdenAmy with her beloved sister Becky Dowden whose been by her side throughoutCredit: Instagram/amy_dowdenSharing several photos to social media, the dancer looked relaxed and happy as she inhaled the fresh country air and stunning scenery.Writing on her social media Amy said: “Had such a brilliant weekend with the gang! Including #charitydressup night which was so much fun seeing all the outfits we bought for each other, swimming in the sea, 6 am running club with @braddykes @becky_dowden and @xhrsmth, using the spa, endless games, making the most of the hot tub we had and of course beautiful walks.””But it was the company that made it all so special! Thank you @portwrinkleholidays for having us stay. Will certainly be back! #prstay #lucky #thosesunsets #portwrinkle #portwrinkleholidays #friends #makingmemories #livinglifetothefullest #forevergrateful”read more aboutLast year, a newly married Amy was getting ready to jet off on honeymoon when she found a lump in her breast. Seeking medical advice upon her return, she later received the devastating news that she had stage 3 breast cancer.Her diagnosis meant that she was unable to participate in the last series of Strictly Come Dancing, as she endured a period of chemotherapy.Now that she’s cancer-free, Amy, who also suffers from Crohn’s disease, recently appeared on BBC Breakfast where she reflected on her health challenge.Most read in ShowbizShe said: “I’m doing really well thank you, I can’t believe it’s a year since I found the lump, but I’m just so grateful in the year for the treatment I had, the NHS and all the charities and everyone that has helped me to still be here today.””I never thought for a million years at 32 that I’d be diagnosed with breast cancer, there I was living my life to the full on Strictly Come Dancing I just got married, cancer doesn’t discriminate.”The Welsh-born star also told the BBC Breakfast team that she’s hopeful that the Beeb will invite her back to appear on the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing.She said: that would be the dream, I’m working really hard and getting my body full back and rehab and physio. “I’ve got a brilliant team so fingers crossed I’ll be back on your screens dancing later this year.”However Amy also feels the magnetic pull of motherhood, as she’s confessed to being keen to start a family with her husband Ben. The couple have reportedly had five embryos frozen to give themselves the best chance of reproducing, now that Amy’s treatment is behind her. Time will tell.
    Amy enjoying her freedom from hospital appointments and scans as she takes in the sea airCredit: Instagram/amy_dowden
    A blast of vitamin Sea, Amy and her friends take a cold dip during their cornish mini breakCredit: Instagram/amy_dowdenAmy enjoying walks with friends near the cornish coastCredit: Instagram/amy_dowden More

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      Inside Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton’s incredible new home so big it looks like hotel – after he reveals surprise move

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      KEVIN Clifton and Stacey Dooley have made a major move away from their native London in a ‘split decision’ after having a baby. The couple, who were paired together on Strictly Come Dancing in 2019, have been together for four years, and have been living together in London. Stacey and Kevin have found a massive new home for their daughter, MinnieCredit: InstagramThe pair have been together since they were paired on StrictlyCredit: BBCThe giant dining room is great for entertaining guestsCredit: InstagramHowever, they’ve now made a major move up the country for a new home in Liverpool – with a massive new house that could be a hotel. Kevin and Stacey have opted for a stunning monotone colour palette, made of whites, creams, and dark greys. Their dining room has a huge chandelier to look over their dining table, with the room opening up into a giant kitchen with a central wooden workstation – perfect to have chats around at parties. This also opens up into a cosy living room with a telly to watch the latest Strictly or documentary on. READ MORE STACEY DOOLEYUp their winding staircase is their giant master bedroom with windows that look out onto the countryside.On the top floor they also have a giant office space complete with antique desk, a red wine-coloured chaise lounge and giant mirror. The glitterball they won when they were crowned champion sits proudly on the mantlepiece. Nearly every main room has a built in and functional fireplace to make things nice and warm during the colder winter months. Most read in ShowbizStacey was behind the move, with Kevin admitting she loves looking at homes online, and the pair ‘immediately’ fell in love with the property. Inside Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton’s minimalist nursery for baby Minnie With the birth of their daughter Minnie in January 2023, the couple were looking to expand anyway. “We went and had a look and the second she walked in was like ‘I love it and I can really see us living here’.” he told Liverpool Echo. “It all happened really quickly and we love it.”He later beamed: “Our little girl is going to be raised as a Scouser.”The pair’s bedroom has a massive chaise loungeCredit: InstagramThe massive office comes with a fireplace, giant desk and fluffy rugsCredit: InstagramTheir bedroom has a chandelierCredit: InstagramThe pair have made sure everything is perfect in their new homeCredit: InstagramTheir house has massive windows looking out to the countrysideCredit: InstagramThe kitchen is absolutely massiveCredit: Instagram More

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      Ellie Simmonds reveals hard hitting TV doc plans after bagging her first Bafta nomination

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      ELLIE SIMMONDS has won five golds at the Paralympics – and now she has got her eye on a different award that is just as shiny.The Strictly star – who blew me away on the BBC dance contest in 2022 – is up for a TV Bafta on May 12 for her brilliant ITV documentary, Finding My Secret Family.Paralympian Ellie Simmonds is already lining up her next documentary projectsCredit: GettyThe show saw Ellie looking into the relationship between disability and adoption, and tracked down her birth mother during filming.And now the former Paralympian swimmer told me that she has got a taste for documentary making and is already lining up her next projects.In a chat backstage at the FEVO Sports Industry Awards in London, Ellie said: “Documentaries is what I want to do.“I love working in sport and TV and interviewing people but to do documentaries is my focus. READ MORE ELLIE SIMMONDS”It is something that we are working on now. For me disability is close to my heart so I’d like to do another one focusing on that.”The country’s favourite reality TV star Harry Clark was also at the event, which was held in Evolution London.And after winning BBC show The Traitors, he is eyeing up a return to the celebrity version of the show alongside host Claudia Winkleman.Harry told me: “I’d love to work with Claudia in some way, even if I was in the tunnel with the Traitors and helping them come up with a game plan.Most read in Bizarre“It would be a game in a game and become a tournament over who could win.”But could he beat Claudia if he took her on?Ellie Simmonds Finding My Secret Family viewers break down in tears as she meets her birth mum for the first time“She is amazing but up against her, I would win,” laughed Harry.“Confidence all the way.”Go get them, Haz.AFTER Spencer Matthews said he would run 30 marathons in 30 days in the Jordanian desert, we thought he’d gone crazy.And it turns out his wife, model Vogue Williams, agrees.“He’s lost his mind,” Vogue said about the charity feat, which will see Spencer raising money for charity Global’s Make Some Noise.Talking to the Radio Times, she added: “It’s also going to be a world record. “He’s trying his best but it’s a really tough race. “It’s 30 marathons, 30 days in 45-degree heat.”I think it’s time Spenny gave endurance athlete Russell Cook, aka the Hardest Geezer, a call for tips – he’s gonna need them.Best of luck, Spencer.Spencer Matthews announces huge World Record attempt Harry’s primed for trek challengeHE won Strictly in 2011 and last week ran the London Marathon in just under three and a half hours.But McFly drummer Harry Judd’s next challenge is likely to be his toughest yet.In June he will head off on a 100km trek of the Brecon Beacons in Wales to help raise money and awareness for breast cancer charity CoppaFeel.On Chris Evans’ Virgin Radio Breakfast Show on Thursday, Harry said: “It’s going to be an epic challenge. “McFly have a gig with James Arthur and I’m getting off stage and going straight to Wales trekking for five days.”Harry admitted in his younger years he would have hit the bar after his Marathon efforts.He said: “How times have changed. “I quit drinking just under 13 years ago – the positives definitely outweigh the negatives.“Looking back, we had fun before that. “Maybe too much fun.”Harry, I salute you.Theo James was seen heading to the gym in Venice Beach, CaliforniaCredit: BackGridTheo was showing some of the dodgy tattoos he had in his younger daysCredit: BackGridHE is one of the hottest blokes on the box at the moment. But it turns out even Theo James got some embarrassing tattoos as a teen.My exclusive pictures of the actor – who stars in Guy Ritchie’s new Netflix series The Gentlemen – show some suspect inkings on his legs when he headed to the gym in Venice Beach, California.The tatts included a hummingbird and something I assume is meant to be a fish.They’re not great, but they’re as bad as a tattoo one of my exes had across his back which read: “Pain is temporary, pride is forever.”What a berk.EMINEM is killing off alter ego Slim Shady – 25 years after releasing his album of the same name. The rapper will return with a new record later this summer which will be called The Death Of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace).In a trailer for the album, 50 Cent has a cameo and says: “He’s not a friend, he’s a psychopath,” before Eminem adds: “I knew it was only a matter of time for Slim.”Dazzling duo at NYDua Lipa was reunited with Kylie Minogue on the Time red carpetCredit: GettyDua had handed Kylie the Global Icon award at the Brit awards in LondonCredit: ReutersIT was all smiles and sparkles as Kylie Minogue and Dua Lipa reunited on the carpet at the Time 100 Gala.The pop pals have both been named on the US magazine’s list of influential people and were clearly in good spirits as they were celebrated at the New York bash.It came just weeks after Training Season hitmaker Dua handed Kylie the Global Icon award at the Brit awards in London.While single Kylie was flying solo, Dua later headed out hand in hand with her British actor boyfriend ­Callum Turner for a late bite to eat.With all this go­ing on, and her headline slot at Glastonbury just weeks away, it’s no wonder Dua couldn’t stop beaming.Tour has put N-Dubz back in the moneyN-Dubz earned very well from their comeback tour last yearCredit: RexN-DUBZ’s finances used to leave accountants scratching their heads, but now the group are rolling in it again.Ten years ago things were so bad, band member Fazer was declared bankrupt, but since returning in 2022, the trio have been coining it in.The trio – also including Dappy and Tulisa – banked almost £50,000 a week from their pop companies last year.Updated figures show they now sitting on a fortune of £2.5million from their firms LRC Entertainment and LRC Live. When they announced a comeback with their Back To The Future Tour, the dates sold out so quickly, seven extra gigs were added to cope with the demand.During their career, N-Dubz enjoyed four Top 10 albums and 13 UK Top 40 hits, including I Need You, Best Behaviour and my fave, Playing With Fire.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey also bagged the top spot with 2009 single Number 1 alongside the rapper Tinchy Stryder.With a long summer ahead of them, I’m sure they will enjoy splashing the cash. More

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      Who is Johannes Radebe, and when is the Strictly Come Dancing choreographer on the Jonathan Ross Show?

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      JOHANNES Radebe life changed since he joined the Strictly line up as a professional dancer in 2021. But who is he and what is his net worth? Johannes Radebe is making his musical debut in Kinky Boots in 2025 Johannes Radebe (right) made headlines in 2019 for dancing in Strictly’s first same sex routineWho is Johannes Radebe?As of April 2024, Johannes is a 36-year-old dancer from South Africa.He was a professional dancer on Dancing With The Stars South Africa for two seasons, reaching the final both times.Johannes is also a dancer with the Afro Arimba Dance Company.He’s a two-time Professional South African Latin Champion and three-time South African Amateur Latin Champion.He made headlines on Strictly in 2019 after performing the first same-sex routine with fellow pro Graziano Di Prima.The South African said the performance made him feel “accepted for who I am for the first time” and  convinced him to embrace his sexuality.Johannes was also praised for dancing in a pair of heeled black boots.He is going to be in the 2025 production of Kinky Boots the Musical.The show will tour the UK and Ireland from 17 January 2025.What is Johannes Radebe’s net worth?Johannes net worth is set to be around £802,761.50.His net worth is coming from his dancing and his appearance on shows such as Strictly Come Dancing or Master Chef.When is Johannes Radebe going to be on the Jonathan Ross show?Johannes is going to be on the Jonathan Ross show on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 10.05 pm.His partner John Whaite and him will discusses the pair’s relationship at the show.He shared on WalesOnline about his experience on Strictly Come Dancing : “He lifted me like I was a piece of feather.”I’m a well-built man and I’ve always lifted women and I know the level of care that goes into that.”For me to experience it for the first time was quite special and I have to thank John Whaite for being really caring with me.”How to watch Johannes Radebe on the Jonathan Ross show?The Jonathan Ross show is being aired on ITV on Saturdays at 10.05 pm.One hour later at 11.05 pm, viewers can watch the show again on ITV+1 or they can go online and watch on ITVX.Strictly star secretly split from fiance after ‘falling in love’ with professional partnerWho is Johannes Radebe’s Strictly 2021 partner?Johannes Strictly partner was John Whaite in 2021.John,took to Instagram to write a gushing tribute to his soon-to-be revealed dance partner as he leaned against a studio wall with stone walls and black windows.John wrote: “This whole strictly journey is eye-opening: learning to believe in yourself; learning to open up to and understand and trust a new partner; learning to be patient and kind with each other.”There’s a huge thing missing from this photo – my dance partner. He’s the one holding us together and carrying me through this unknown territory.”But while John kept things under wraps – a second video posted by Johannes Radebe appeared to give away that the pair are partners.While the professional ballroom dancer performed for his followers, the familiar stone walls and black windows could be seen in the background.Fans immediately noticed the similarities in the studios, and took to the comments section of John’s post to point it out.Johannes waltzed on to the show with Men Behaving Badly star Caroline Quentin but the pair were voted out in Week Five in 2020.In 2019 he was paired with former Coronation Street star Catherine Tyldesley.It was the first time he was paired with a celebrity partner since joining the series in 2018.Sadly, the duo got the boot in Week Six after failing to impress during Halloween.When was Johannes Radebe on Celebrity MasterChef?Johannes Radebe joined the ranks of Series 16 of Celebrity MasterChef began on August 9, 2021.The dancer was ultimately booted out from the kitchen after delivering a sub-par burrito.Johannes presented the judges with a cheesy burrito, but Gregg asked him to do better.Gregg told him: “I would like more adventure from you. I would like more ambition from you, but it tastes good.”“I’m not displeased with this at all, I would eat it, but the thing is it’s MasterChef. It’s a burrito and some avocado dip, that might be an issue.”Strictly’s John Whaite and Johannes Radebe ‘give away they’re partners’ thanks to tell-tale dance studio clip More

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      Strictly Come Dancing bosses wooing huge Radio 1 DJ for next series after ‘lively personality’ impresses bosses

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      STRICTLY bosses are busy scouting out contestants for this year’s show and I can reveal they have met with Radio 1 DJ Dean McCullough.Producers think the Northern Irish presenter, who hosts the Early Breakfast Show, would be an ideal signing.Radio 1 DJ Dean McCullough is being lined up by Strictly bosses as a contestant later this yearCredit: GettyA source said: “Dean is definitely a rising star at the Beeb and Strictly like to support their own talent on the series. “He is a lively personality, which would likely win over viewers. “Dean would jump at the chance.”The DJ, who cut his teeth on LGBT+ station Gaydio, has an interesting story as he approaches four years sober.READ MORE ON STRICTLYIn the past, he spoke about how his binge-drinking got out of control. He previously said: “What was like a glass of wine of an evening after work turned into a bottle which turned into two bottles and then, some weekends, I was drinking like a bottle of vodka too.“It wasn’t until I was going to work on a Monday and I was looking at the bins and thinking, ‘I didn’t drink all that?’ But I had, because there was no one else in the house. “It was the pandemic, and I just got myself into a bad way and I was sort of thinking some really, really dark thoughts.”Most read in BizarreStrictly Come Dancing star in shock health update after life-threatening diagnosis saying ‘I think about my mortality most mornings’ More

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      Ellie Leach shows Bobby Brazier what he’s missing as she poses in miniskirt after he ‘confirms’ new romance

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      ELLIE Leach has wowed her fans as she showed Bobby Brazier what he’s missing following his new romance.Strictly Come Dancing champ Ellie had enjoyed a whirlwind romance with Bobby, 20, after their time together on the BBC show.Ellie Leach has wowed her fans as she showed Bobby Brazier what he’s missing following his new romanceCredit: InstagramStrictly Come Dancing champ Ellie had enjoyed a whirlwind romance with Bobby, 20, after their time together on the BBC showCredit: Instagram / @ellielouiseleachBobby Brazier and Ellie Leach called time on their relationship in MarchCredit: InstagramHowever, it was revealed last month that the soap actors had called time on their relationship.Taking to Instagram, Ellie posed in a series of photos as she showed off her black miniskirt.She completed the look with a white blouse as well as a waistcoat.Ellie’s fans were left swooning as they flooded her with compliments.more on ellie leachOne said: “You look so confident now ❤ really are shinning well done girl.”A second wrote: “Beautiful lady, you keep on shinning Ellie.””Beautiful, absolutely beautiful,” said a third.While a fourth commented: “I’m sure you’ve heard it before but u remind me of Meghan Markle!”Most read in ShowbizThe Sun on Sunday has since revealed how Freddie Slater star Bobby has moved on with an EastEnders co-star.He’s grown close to Jazzy Phoenix, who plays sex worker Nadine on Albert Square.Smitten Bobby took Jazzy on a glamorous dinner date in London’s Mayfair to upmarket restaurant Bagatelle, a popular haunt for top-flight footballers.EastEnders star Bobby Brazier has string of dates with sexy co-star weeks after romance with Strictly’s Ellie Leach fizzled outThe Sun on Sunday has revealed how Freddie Slater star Bobby has moved on with EastEnders co-star Jazzy Phoenix, picturedCredit: BBC More

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      Tess Daly celebrates birthday with huge cake and presents as Strictly Come Dancing fans ‘can’t believe’ her age

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      TESS Daly has celebrated her birthday in style – sharing the sweet gifts and cake she got from her family. The Strictly Come Dancing star turned 55 on Friday, and her friends and family made sure it didn’t go unnoticed. Tess Daly looked incredible in the sweet and simple birthday postCredit: InstagramThe star’s family made sure she was well spoilers for the dayCredit: InstagramWhile the private star kept the real celebrations away from the cameras, Tess shared an insight into her home life by sharing a selfie of her holding a birthday cake. Another photo saw a table filled with cards, flowers and presents for the TV presenter. Later telling fans in the comments she was treated by 19-year-old daughter Phoebe, 19, and Amber, 14, Tess looked beaming at what she’d been given. “Thank you so much for all the lovely birthday well wishes…feeling very grateful,” she wrote. READ MORE STRICTLYCeleb pals were quick to send their love, with Kate Thornton writing: “Happiest of birthdays lovely x” Strictly stars AJ Odudu, Zoe Ball, Michelle Visage, Jowita Przystał and Ellie Leach also sent their love. Eamonn Holmes added: “Many Happy returns Tess.” Other friends shared Instagram Stories in her honour, with one pals sharing a picture of them back in the summer with the words: “Happy birthday to our gorgeous Tessie. You really are one in a million, love you lots.” Most read in ShowbizTess credited her daughters for making sure the day was specialCredit: 3A host of celebrity stars – including co-host Claudia Winkleman – sent their loveCredit: PA More

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      Susanna Reid and Anton Du Beke pay respects to Robin Windsor at Strictly star’s funeral as family make rainbow tribute

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      SUSANNA Reid, Lisa Riley and Anton Du Beke have paid their respects to Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor who is being laid to rest today.The 44-year-old was found dead in a London hotel room last month.Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor will be laid to rest today at a funeral in his home town of Ipswich, Suffolk, surrounded by family and friendsCredit: InstagramSusanna Reid arriving at the funeral of dancer Robin WindsorCredit: i-ImagesDeborah Meaden arrives at the funeralCredit: i-ImagesLisa Riley is also in attendanceCredit: i-ImagesAnton du Beke arriving at the service in IpswichCredit: i-ImagesMourners hold rainbow umbrellas as the coffin arrives at the funeralCredit: i-ImagesRobin’s ex-dance partner Kristina Rhianoff is expected to be at today’s funeralCredit: RexThe Latin and Ballroom icon had been performing on a cruise ship touring the world in the weeks leading up to his death.Mourners are gathering in his home town of Ipswich, Suffolk, to say their final goodbyes.Guests were asked to bring a rainbow umbrella for a “colourful celebration” of Robin’s life.Susanna Reid, ex-dance partner Kristina Rhianoff and Lisa Riley are among mourners.Read More on Robin WindsorMeanwhile Kevin Clifton and Janette Manara share posts online ahead of his final farewell.Janette wrote: “Love you always”, along with photos of her and Robin.Meanwhile former judge Arlene Phillips, wrote: “Wow. This photo touched my heart”.A family statement said: “The funeral will be a private service for invited family, friends and colleagues who were important to Robin in both his personal life and professional career.Most read in Showbiz“In the meantime we once again thank everyone for the love and the memories shared of Robin.“As a family we also please ask for there to be no further upsetting speculation. We thank you for respecting our continued privacy at this difficult time.”Robin appeared on Strictly between 2010 and 2013 partnering with Patsy Kensit, Anita Dobson and Deborah Meaden.He partnered with Sara Cox, Lisa Riley and Alison Hammond for Strictly Christmas Specials between 2013 and 2015.He was forced to quit Strictly in 2014 following a back injury or “risk ending up in a wheelchair”.Rachel Stevens looks loved up on holiday in rare picture with Dancing On Ice star boyfriendSpeaking at the time, he said: “Leaving Strictly wasn’t my choice.”I had a horrible back operation and they decided that they didn’t want to ask me back the next year.”It was probably for health and safety reasons, in case something happened, but I was physically fit.”In recent years, after struggling with his mental health, Robin had moved into motivational speaking and corporate team building.But in 2021, he revealed he had been “cashless since the pandemic” and told how a mix up left him with a £100,000 tax bill in 2015.In the weeks before his death, the dancer was working on Fred Olsen Cruise ship touring the world.He shared smiling selfies from South Africa while entertaining holidaymakers.While last pictures of Robin show him dancing on stage with his professional partner as it docked in Mozambique.One of his last Instagram posts was a black and white mirror selfie which he caption: “Hiding in the shadows.”The dancer was found dead in a London hotel room on February 19.Strictly’s team paid tribute, saying they were “deeply saddened” by the loss of their “dear friend”.Kristina Rihanoff said it was “an absolute tragedy he felt there was no way out”.According to his website, Robin began dancing aged three when his parents enrolled him in classes in Ipswich.In an interview with The Times, he revealed his mum worked at a petrol station to pay for his dance classes.He said: “[She] gave me half what she earned for dance lessons. She gave up so much to help me fulfil my ambitions. “I owe her everything.”READ MORE SUN STORIESRobin went on to represent England in numerous championships at home and abroad.He also appeared in the stage shows Come What May, a tribute to Moulin Rouge, and Burn The Floor.The 44-year-old was found dead in a London hotel room last month after working on a Fred Olsen world cruiseCredit: InstagramKristina Rihanoff said it was ‘an absolute tragedy he felt there was no way out’Robin shared smiling selfies from South Africa while entertaining holidaymakersCredit: InstagramOne of his last Instagram posts was a black and white mirror selfie which he caption: ‘Hiding in the shadows’Credit: Robin Windsor/InstagramStrictly’s team paid tribute, saying they were ‘deeply saddened’ by the loss of their ‘dear friend’Credit: Instagram / @bbcstrictly More

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      Bobby Brazier ‘sets sights on brand new career’ after Ellie Leach split – sparking fears he could quit EastEnders

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      SINCE his dazzling stint on last year’s Strictly Come Dancing, Bobby Brazier’s star is firmly on the rise and now that he has split from his girlfriend Ellie leach, the EastEnders star seems to have his sights set on a new career.The son of Jeff Brazier and Jade Goody is said to be keen to pursue his secret passion for singing, now that he has more time on his hands.Bobby Brazier has become one of the most loveable and best loved stars in showbizCredit: GettyWith a secret passion for singing, he’s keen to emulate his idol Harry StylesCredit: AFPBut fans are concerned that this new direction could mean that his days on EastEnders are numbered. Bobby, 20, who plays Freddie Slater began dating Ellie Leach after the end of the last series of Strictly and the lovebirds enjoyed a whirlwind romance.But with Ellie, 23, on tour in a new UK theatre production, and Bobby busy with EastEnders filming commitments, the couple decided to call time on their romance.A TV insider said: “Love blossomed between them when they were in close quarters on the tour, but once that ended they both spent much less time together.”read more bobby brazierNow that Bobby has more time to himself, he’s determined to take on the world of pop while he’s still young.A source told OK magazine: “Bobby’s big love is singing, he wants to be a star singer on a global level, and some major music execs think he could do it”,“He wants to be the next Harry Styles, to really be taken seriously as a proper artist. Now the world’s his oyster, he may keep up the acting but singing really is his passion.”The TV star became a household name when he landed the role of Freddie Slater on Albert square in 2022 and has been extremely popular with fans of the BBC soap ever since.Most read in ShowbizAfter being partnered with Australian pro Dianne Buswell on last years Strictly, his natural dance moves wowed the judges and he made it the final.Now it seems there is no stopping the star, who has the looks, talent and charisma to have a long lasting career in showbusiness.Starring as Freddie Slater on EastEnder, Bobby has proved himself to be incredibly popularCredit: BBCBobby enjoyed a whirlwind romance with Ellie Leach after meeting on Strictly where Ellie lifted the glitterball and Bobby finished runner upCredit: RexBrazier proved himself to be a natural dancer performing an emotional contemporary number with his partner Diane BuswellCredit: PA More