Who is Lewis Cope? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and actor
The actor may not have earned a perfect score this week, but he's still a major contender.
Emmerdale star Lewis Cope and pro partner Katya Jones have performed another brilliant routine on Strictly Come Dancing 2025, leaving fans hopeful that they'll make it to week 8 of the contest. The duo were joint third on the Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard after tonight's show, tying with Karen Carney and Carlos Gu, with their energetic Cha Cha to I Like It Like That by Pete Rodriguez. Just prior to the scores coming in, Katya made reference to how Lewis had worked up quite a sweat in the fast-paced routine, letting slip one "disgusting" detail that took Claudia Winkleman by surprise. Although the couple came out with another highly commendable score, it did mark a decline on last week's perfect 40, which was awarded for a superb Couple's Choice dance to Creep by Radiohead on Halloween week. If Cope has caught your attention, read on for more about the actor as his Strictly Come Dancing 2025 journey continues. Who is Lewis Cope? Age: 30 Job: Actor Instagram: @lewiscope Partner: Katya Jones Lewis Cope is an actor who is best known for his role in ITV's Emmerdale, in which he played series regular Nicky Miligan. He was nominated for the Rising Star Award at the 2023 National Television Awards for the role. Away from the Dales, Cope has also starred in Vera, Mrs Sidhu Investigates and Hetty Feather. Cope has been acting for quite some time, having made his stage debut at 11 years old, taking on the role of Michael in the West End hit Billy Elliot: The Musical. Lewis Cope's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Jive (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 2: Viennese Waltz (7+7+6+7) = 27 Week 3: Paso Doble (9+10+9+9) = 37 Week 4: Foxtrot (8+9+9+8) = 34 Week 5: Quickstep (9+9+8+8) = 34 Week 6: Couple's Choice (10+10+10+10) = 40 Week 7: Cha Cha (8+9+9+9) = 35 What is Lewis Cope dancing to in Week 7 on Strictly? Lewis and his dance partner Katya danced a Cha Cha to I Like It Like That by Pete Rodriguez. What TV shows has Lewis Cope acted in? Most notably, Lewis Cope starred in Emmerdale for over 100 episodes from 2022 to 2024. His other credits include Vera, Mrs Sidhu Investigates, Doctors and Hetty Feather. Lewis appeared in just one episode of Vera as Marcus Hynde in 2021. As per his IMDb, Lewis has one upcoming project called Kazzy. Though details on his character are yet to be unveiled. Who are Lewis Cope's siblings? Little is known on who Lewis Cope's siblings are, though it was revealed that Lewis is one of 14! During an episode of Strictly Come Dancing, it was revealed that Lewis has three brothers who are professional boxers, ranging from professional, ex-professional and amateur. Lewis previously opened up about his family during an appearance on Lorraine, telling the host that Christmas time is "lovely". What did Lewis Cope say about joining Strictly Come Dancing? On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Cope said in a statement: "I'm so excited to be swapping the Dales for the dance floor and joining this year's Strictly Come Dancing." He continued: "I've always been a fan of the show and cannot wait to get started!" The news of his casting was announced on The One Show, where he admitted he wasn't initially in the running to take part in the series. "If anything, it's probably helped me," he said on the programme. "Because I haven't really had time to think about it or anything. "So now the excitement has kind of just taken over, and I'm just like all inside." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 line-up: Confirmed cast
We have officially reached the halfway point on Strictly Come Dancing, with just a couple of weeks to go before the iconic Blackpool week returns! Just nine celebrities remain in the dazzling competition, with yet another celebrity and their dance partner set to depart the show this Saturday night. Last week, viewers said goodbye to Ellie Goldstein after she and Vito Coppola failed to be saved by the judges in the dreaded dance-off. But who will meet that same fate this weekend? As we wait to find out, read on to find out more about the confirmed line-up for Strictly Come Dancing 2025, and those who have left. Strictly Come Dancing 2025 line-up: Full cast of confirmed contestants Amber Davies Lewis Cope Harry Aikines-Aryeetey Alex Kingston Balvinder Sopal George Clarke La Voix Vicky Pattison Karen Carney Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink - Eliminated Chris Robshaw - Eliminated Ellie Goldstein - Eliminated Stefan Dennis - Withdrew Ross King - Eliminated Thomas Skinner - Eliminated Dani Dyer - Withdrew Read on to learn more about those confirmed to be taking part in the upcoming season. Amber Davies Age: 28 Job: Actress Instagram: @amb_d Amber Davies became the latest celebrity to join the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 cast after it was announced she'd be replacing Dani Dyer in the line-up. Amber rose to fame on Love Island in 2017, and since then has pursued a professional acting career, with lead roles in Pretty Woman, 9 to 5: The Musical and The Great Gatsby. Just this week, she was announced as Elle Woods in the Legally Blonde UK tour. She also hosts the successful podcast Call To Stage, in which she interviews theatre performers across the West End and Broadway. Lewis Cope Age: 30 Job: Actor Instagram: @lewiscope Soap fans will recognise Cope from his role as Nicky Milligan in ITV's Emmerdale - a role for which he was nominated for the Rising Star Award at the National Television Awards back in 2023. He has also appeared in TV series such as Vera, Mrs Sidhu Investigates and Hetty Feather. Karen Carney Age: 38 Job: Journalist Instagram: @kazcarney Sports journalist and former footballer Karen Carney was the 14th celebrity to be announced for Strictly. Karen has played for the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Birmingham City and England, and is now the lead female pundit for both men's and women's football, across TNT and ITV. With 144 caps under her belt, Karen is England's third most-capped player and has competed at four World Cups, four European Championships and the London Olympics before her retirement in 2019. Vicky Pattison Age: 37 Job: TV personality Instagram: @vickypattison Vicky Pattison is a TV personality who rose to fame after appearing on Geordie Shore in the 2010s, and later on Ex on the Beach. Since then, she has presented the likes of Judge Geordie and The Honesty Box. On joining the line-up, Vicky said: "I’m absolutely buzzing to be part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing line-up... but I'd be lying if I said I wasn’t terrified. I am a not a natural dancer! "However, it’s such an amazing opportunity for me to step out of my comfort zone and to challenge myself in a completely new way and I just really hope I don't make too much of a fool of myself!" La Voix Age: 45 Job: Performer Instagram: @lavoixtheshow La Voix is a performer, presenter and singer who is best known for competing in RuPaul's Drag Race UK in 2024. She is the second drag queen to take part in Strictly, with Tayce previously taking part in the 2024 Christmas special. La Voix has appeared on the likes of Queens for the Night and Queen of the Universe, and has even graced the silver screen for Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie. Speaking of joining Strictly, La Voix said: "I've performed for royalty, RuPaul and Simon Cowell, but nothing fills me with more excitement (and quite a bit of terror) than the thought of dancing in front of millions on live Saturday night TV. "Strictly is a national institution and I can't wait to get started. All that's left to say is: good luck to my partner! Here's hoping they can help me go from La Voix into La Danse." George Clarke Age: 25 Job: YouTube Instagram: @georgeclarkeey YouTuber and podcast host George Clarke may not be that well known among usual Strictly viewers, having rose to fame across TikTok and Instagram. George is a social media star known to millions and currently co-hosts The Useless Hotline Podcast, which has had a string of live shows across the UK. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, George said: "Never thought I’d say this… but I’m doing Strictly! Honestly, I’ve got no idea what I’m doing but I’m excited to get stuck in … and potentially fall over a fair bit." Harry Aikines-Aryeetey Age: 36 Job: TV personality and Olympian Instagram: @aikines Harry Aikines-Aryeetey is an Olympian, multi gold medal-winning Team GB sprinter and, now, star of Gladiators. At just 17 years old, he was named BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year in 2005, after becoming the first athlete to win gold medals at both 100 metres and 200 metres at the World Youth Championships. He joined the Gladiators line-up in 2023, and was unveiled as Nitro, who is a firm fan favourite among viewers. He said of joining Strictly Come Dancing: "After the Christmas special, it was so nice I just had to do it twice! I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly family this series and I’m ready to give it all I’ve got. I’ll be bringing tons of energy to light up the dance floor. Let’s hope I’m as quick picking up the routines as I am on the track." Alex Kingston Age: 62 Job: Actress Instagram: @alexkingstonofficial Alex Kingston is a star of both the stage and screen, gaining international fame for her role as Dr Elizabeth Corday in smash hit ER. But it doesn't stop there, with her known to millions as River Song in Doctor Who. Her other work includes A Discovery of Witches, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Arrow. Her extensive theatre roles include playing the likes of Lady Macbeth and Nurse Ratchet. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, she said: "Aaaaagghhh!" Balvinder Sopal Age: 46 Job: Actress Instagram: @leesopal Balvinder is the second soap star part of the Strictly Come Dancing cast, and continues the annual streak of an EastEnders actor taking part on the show. Best known for her role as Suki Panesar-Unwin in EastEnders, Sopal has also had a string of roles in various other soaps including Emmerdale, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Balvinder Sopal said: "Being on Strictly is a dream that I held on to, with no proof that it would ever happen. Working on EastEnders and being a part of Strictly Come Dancing is the stuff that dreams are made of. I’m far too excited to put into words how I feel but I’m incredibly excited at the prospect of dancing across the ballroom!" Former Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestants Ellie Goldstein Age: 23 Job: Model Instagram: @elliejg16_zebedeemodel Ellie Goldstein is a model, actor and influencer who made history as the first model with Down syndrome to appear on the cover of British Vogue. Since then, she has appeared on the covers of Glamour, Elle, Mission Mag and Euphoria magazines and has featured in campaigns for the likes of Adidas and Gucci Beauty. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Ellie said: "I’m absolutely over the moon to be joining the cast and pros of Strictly Come Dancing this year. It’s a show I’ve loved watching for so long, and the chance to now be part of it feels like a dream. "I know it’s going to be challenging, but I’m ready to do it with the glitter and glamour and make some magic on that dance floor. Let the Strictly journey begin!" Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink Age: 53 Job: Former professional footballer Instagram: @official_jhasselbaink Former professional footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink was the fourth celebrity to be announced for Strictly, and many will know him for his prolific goal-scoring career in the Premier League and across Europe. Jimmy has played for clubs including Chelsea, Leeds United and Middlesbrough and has served as an assistant coach for the England national team. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Hasselbaink said: "Swapping the pitch for the ballroom is certainly not something I’ve done before but I’m looking forward to tackling a fun challenge! Bring on a new type of footwork, with hopefully no own goals." Stefan Dennis Age: 66 Job: Actor Instagram: @stefandennis7 Stefan Dennis is an actor best known for his portrayal of Paul Robinson on Neighbours. He has been part of the soap since its inception in 1985, up until is end later this year. He has also starred on the Scottish soap River City and has dabbled in the music world, with his 1989 single Don't It Make You Feel Good reaching number 16 in the Irish and UK Singles Chart. Chris Robshaw Age: 39 Job: Former rugby union player Instagram: @chrisrobshawrugby Chris Robshaw is a former England rugby union player and captain, with 66 caps for England. He captained the national team 43 times, leading them to a Six Nations Grand Slam victory in 2016. At club level, he played 300 games for Harlequins RFC, guiding them through their most successful era. "This is about as far out of my comfort zone as it gets," Chris said of joining the line-up. "I’m hoping to take my dad dancing to a whole new level, and my mum can’t wait to drag me along to her Zumba class. Let’s see if a rugby sidestep works in the cha-cha-cha." Chris Robshaw became the third celebrity to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing. Ross King Age: 63 Job: Presenter Instagram: @therossking Ross King is the 13th celebrity announced to be joining Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Ross is seen daily on ITV's Good Morning Britain and Lorraine as their Los Angeles correspondent and is a four-time news Emmy winner who has hosted more than 30 television series since his first radio broadcast at 15 years old. Across the pond, Ross was a World Judge on CBS' The World's Best, hosted The Hollywood Christmas Parade, The Critics Choice Movie Awards Red Carpet and for six years was the Entertainment Anchor on Los Angeles' KTLA. Ross King, alongside dance partner Jowita Przystal, became the second contestant to be eliminated from the 2025 series after he failed to impress the judges during Movie Week performing a Paso Doble to the Thunderbirds theme. Thomas Skinner Age: 34 Job: Businessman Instagram: @iamtomskinner Former The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner is the latest name confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing, with the businessman saying he is "beyond excited" to join the line-up. Thomas Skinner rose to fame in 2019 after appearing on The Apprentice, and while he didn't win the show, he is one of the more popular contestants. Since then, he has appeared on Celebrity MasterChef and 8 Out of 10 Cats. Thomas and dance partner Amy Dowden were the first couple to be eliminated from Strictly this year after a dance off with opponent Chris Robshaw who was ultimately saved by the judges. Dani Dyer Age: 28 Job: TV personality Instagram: @danidyerxx After rising to fame on Love Island in 2018, Dani Dyer has gone from strength to strength in her career and currently co-hosts the podcast Sorted with the Dyers with her father, Danny Dyer, along with a travelogue series Absolutely Dyer: Danny and Dani Do Italy. She has made guest appearances in EastEnders and Celebrity Gogglebox and since her Love Island rise to fame, she has amassed over three million followers on social media. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Dani said: "Getting the opportunity to be on Strictly is the second most amazing thing I’ve done this year! I feel very, very blessed and cannot wait to get my dancing shoes on." Dani unfortunately had to withdraw from the competition after fracturing her ankle ahead of the first live show. Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 8th November at 6:25pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Selling the OC cast: Meet the Oppenheim Group real estate agents
Move over Sunset – there are new realtors in town.
Selling the OC is back for a fourth season, and viewers will get to see just how far the agents go to sell their multimillion-dollar listings – and to protect their reputation. The first instalment of the reality series was released in 2022 and introduced viewers to a brand new cast in Orange County. With season 4 premiering on Wednesday 12th November, the show is just as explosive as its West Hollywood relative. From Hollywood husband Tyler Stanaland to model-turned-realtor Polly Brindle, the Selling the OC cast all share one thing in common: a penchant for drama. But who are they? Here's everything you need to know about the Selling the OC cast. Selling the OC cast Tyler Stanaland Age: 36 Instagram: @tylerstanaland Net worth: $4 million Tyler Stanaland, originally from Laguna Beach, is a fifth-generation realtor, having earned his sales licence at the age of 18 before pursuing a professional surfing career. Returning to real estate, Stanaland joined his family business but later made the decision to join the Oppenheim Group and start a new chapter. He was married to Hairspray and Pitch Perfect star Brittany Snow, but the pair finalised their divorce in July 2023. Stanaland has an estimated net worth of $4 million, according to The Cinemaholic. Alexandra Rose Age: 30 Instagram: @alexandraroseoc Net worth: around $1 million Another Alexandra in the office, Alexandra Rose comes from a background in sales and client services, and since becoming a realtor five years ago, the 28-year-old has amassed close to $100 million in sales. While Rose is from Orange County, she relocated to Dallas with her family at the age of 10, but moved back at 18 to pursue her education and career. She met Jason Oppenheim at Miami Beach's 1 Hotel back in 2020 and became the first agent to be hired to the Orange County office. She has a net worth of around $1 million, according to The Cinemaholic. Alex Hall Age: 36 Instagram: @alexhall_oc Net worth: around $5 million Ranking in the top tier of Orange County real estate professionals, Alex Hall joined the realty profession after exploring the world of interior design. A single mother with two children, Hall's Instagram bio says that she's "living in paradise", which comes as no surprise when you learn that she has a net worth of $5 million, according to Gossip Next Door. Brandi Marshall Age: 38 Instagram: @shesbrandimarshall Net worth: around $3 million From Rialto in California, Brandi Marshall is a newcomer at the Oppenheim Group, moving to realty from a background in PR. She was approached for the show via Instagram and, after being interviewed by Jason Oppenheim, she was hired immediately and went on to land a $6.5 million listing in Corona del Mar. Marshall is married to former pro basketball player Sean Marshall, with whom she has two children, while she's also a contributor to the ALS Foundation and supports fundraising efforts for autism research and care. She has a net worth of around $3 million, according to The Cinemaholic. Gio Helou Age: 37 Instagram: @giovannehelou Net worth: around $3.5 million Gio Helou was one of the first realtors to be hired by the Oppenheim Group's OC office, having previously worked in residential development. However, realty runs in his blood, with his mother Lisa also being a successful estate agent. Describing himself as a "f*****g rockstar" in episode 1, Helou specialises in high-end properties in prestigious beachfront enclaves, and lives in Newport Beach with his wife Tiffany. He has a net worth of around $3.5 million, according to The Cinemaholic, and told People that his biggest real estate flex was when he sold his first "eight-figure" house for $12 million. "I got to ring the bell 12 times... one for each million," he said. In season 2, Gio celebrates his $100 million sales milestone. Austin Victoria Age: 34 Instagram: @austin_victoria Net worth: around $3.5 million A model, husband and father of two, Austin Victoria has his hands full – especially after becoming a real estate agent in 2017 and joining the Oppenheim Group in 2021. Originally from Glendora in California, Victoria reconnected with Jason Oppenheim a few years after meeting him at an after party in his Hollywood Hills home, and decided to move from Los Angeles to Orange County. "Even though he's a relative newcomer to the brokerage, he’s not afraid to talk some s**t with his colleagues," Netflix teased, while the model-turned-realtor reportedly has a net worth of around $3.5 million, according to The Cinemaholic. Kayla Cardona Age: 36 Instagram: @mskaylacardona Net worth: around $2.57 million Originally from Orange Country, Kayla Cardona broke into the luxury market when joining the Oppenheim Group, before which she was working alongside the highest-rated team on Zillow and earned the Executive Club Award. Outside of the office, Kayla is a single mother and lives with her son, with a net worth of around $2.57 million, according to Meaww.com. Polly Brindle Age: 39 Instagram: @pollybrindle Net worth: $1.5 million Born and raised in the UK, Polly Brindle moved to southern California in 2011 and recently acquired her real estate licence, having previously worked as a model in London, Paris, Milan and Barcelona. She reached out to Jason Oppenheim while studying for her licence and was hired after Oppenheim thought she would be a good fit for the agency. According to Celebs Week, Polly Brindle's net worth is $1.5 million. Ashtyn Zerboni Age: 29 Instagram: @ashtyyn Ashtyn is a real estate agent with the Oppenheim Group in La Jolla & Orange County and has also worked as both a model and an actor. She also has a degree in biology proving she has brains as well as beauty. She's been married to husband Jeff Zerboni for 3 years and the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Juliette Jolie, in July of this year. Fiona Belle Age: 23 Instagram: @fionabbelle At just 23 years old, Fiona is currently the youngest member of the Selling the OC cast. She is originally from Orange County and joined The Oppenheim Group in 2024. Her official bio reads: "Fiona’s out to prove that age doesn’t define ability, and so far she’s doing just that, closing million-dollar deals within her first six months as an agent." Kaylee Ricciardi Age: 35 Instagram: @kayleericciardi Kaylee Riccardi is originally from Boston and studied Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Colorado. She has over 13 years of real estate experience and began her career managing luxury short-term rentals during the music festival Coachella. She is also a model and is represented by Newark models. Selling the OC season 4 will available to stream on Netflix on Wednesday 12th November. Check out our lists of the best series on Netflix – or see what else is on with our TV Guide. Visit our Drama hub for all the latest news. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our best series on Netflix, best Netflix comedies and best Netflix horror movies.
Who is Vicky Pattison? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and TV personality
Could Vicky add Strictly to the list of TV shows she's won?
Vicky Pattison climbed up the leaderboard last weekend on Strictly Come Dancing, achieving her highest score yet, an impressive 35 points. She, along with partner Kai Widdrington, will be tackling another week head on and performing a Tango from a track off Taylor Swift's new album. Could this be their time at the top of the leaderboard? Only time will tell, but the TV personality has risen up the leaderboard each week slowly but surely, impressing both audiences and the judges like. With Strictly season in full swing, here's everything you need to know about Vicky Pattison as she heads out onto the dance floor for another week. Who is Vicky Pattison? Age: 37 Job: TV personality Instagram: @vickypattison Partner: Kai Widdrington Vicky Pattison is a TV personality, radio host and author who first rose to fame on Geordie Shore in 2011, on which starred for three years until 2014. She then appeared in another MTV show, Ex on the Beach, in both 2014 and 2015 before going on to have her own show, Judge Geordie. In 2015, she gained a whole new fan base after she won the 15th season of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!, which also caused her career to skyrocket. The following year, she co-hosted I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp alongside Joe Swash, and had a nine-month stint as a Loose Women panellist. She later also went on the Australian version of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! in 2018 and just missed out on a place in the final, finishing in fourth place. In 2023, Vicky joined Heart North East to present the weekday drivetime show with Adam Lawrance, and since 2025 she has presented the Saturday afternoon show on Heart, replacing Mark Wright. Last year, Vicky married clothing brand owner Ercan Ramadan in Italy, with the wedding filmed for the E4 show Vicky Pattison: My Big Fat Geordie Wedding. Vicky Pattison's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Cha Cha Cha (5+6+6+6) = 23 Week 2: Foxtrot (6+6+6+6) = 24 Week 3: Charleston (5+7+6+7) = 25 Week 4: Samba (7+7+7+8) = 29 Week 5: Couple's Choice (8+8+8+9) = 33 Week 6: American Smooth (7+8+8+8) = 31 What is Vicky Pattison dancing to in Halloween Week on Strictly? Vicky and dance partner Kai will be dancing a Tango to The Fate of Ophelia by Taylor Swift. What has Vicky Pattison said about Strictly Come Dancing? Vicky Pattison appeared on This Morning to announce her joining Strictly and described it as "such an amazing opportunity". Speaking of her joining the line-up, Vicky said: "I’m absolutely buzzing to be part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing line-up... but I'd be lying if I said I wasn’t terrified. "I am a not a natural dancer! However, it’s such an amazing opportunity for me to step out of my comfort zone and to challenge myself in a completely new way, and I just really hope I don't make too much of a fool of myself!" Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is La Voix? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and performer
La Voix proved she's one to watch and might just be the dark horse of the competition after performing her highest score yet. During Halloween Week, and whilst dressed as the Queen of Hearts no less, the Drag Race UK breakout star and professional partner Aljaž Škorjanec scored a whopping 35 points. Reflecting on her performance to the judges, she said: "I’ve had a bit of a moment tonight, right this second now. This is the most petrifying place for me, this ballroom floor, but tonight I get for the first time what you guys feel, and how magical dancing can be.” As we wait to find out if La Voix can keep up her standard, scroll on to learn more about the glamorous celebrity as she joins the Strictly Come Dancing class of 2025. Who is La Voix? Age: 45 Job: Performer Instagram: @lavoixtheshow Partner: Aljaž Škorjanec La Voix is a performer and singer, who rose to fame after appearing on Britain's Got Talent and Queen of the Universe. She gained further notoriety when she took part in RuPaul's Drag Race UK in 2024 and placed as runner-up. Her many accolades include gracing the silver screen in the comedy Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie as well as her live show, La Voix Meets, in which she has interviewed the likes of Dawn French, Joanna Lumley and Su Pollard. She has also performed for the Royal Family at their exclusive New Year's Eve ball two years running! As well as bringing La Voix further to life, performer Chris Dennis is excited for viewers to see the real him beyond the make-up and glamour. La Voix's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: American Smooth (6+6+6+6) = 24 Week 2: Jive (4+5+5+5) = 19 Week 3: Waltz (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 4: Cha Cha (3+4+2+5) = 14 Week 5: Salsa (6+7+7+8) = 28 Week 6: Paso Doble (8+9+9+9) = 35 What is La Voix dancing to in Week 7 on Strictly? La Voix and dance partner Aljaž will be dancing the Foxtrot to Make Your Own Kind of Music by Cass Elliot. What has La Voix said about Strictly Come Dancing 2025? La Voix's casting was revealed on The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2, and she said: "I've performed for royalty, RuPaul and Simon Cowell, but nothing fills me with more excitement (and quite a bit of terror) than the thought of dancing in front of millions on live Saturday night TV. "Strictly is a national institution and I can't wait to get started. All that's left to say is: good luck to my partner! Here's hoping they can help me go from La Voix into La Danse." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who are Dylan and Jackie Llewellyn? Meet Celebrity Race Across the World 2025 contestants
Dylan is bringing his mum along for the adventure of a lifetime.
Just when the waiting for a new series of Race Across the World, arguably one of the best shows on television, was becoming unbearable, the BBC saved us all from our winter blues by confirming the celebrity version's line-up. The show, which will start tonight (Thursday 6th November), will see the contestants starting off on a Caribbean island before making their way through a series of checkpoints on their way to the finish line in Colombia's Peninsula de La Guajira – known as the gateway to South America. As with previous seasons of the show, the celebs are not allowed access to smart phones or the internet and are given a show-string, which this time around sees them surviving on as a little as £30 a day – one of the smallest budgets the show has seen to date! Joining this season's celebrity cast is actor Dylan Llewellyn, who is bringing his mum Jackie along for the ride. Here's everything you need to know about them ahead of the first episode. Who are Dylan and Jackie? Relationship: Mother and son From: Reigate, Surrey Jobs: Actor and retiree Instagram: @djllewellyn Dylan Llewellyn is a 33-year-old actor, best known for playing English James in all three series of Derry Girls. He has also starred in Hollyoaks, Big Boys and Beyond Paradise. Self professed "mummy's boy" Dylan is embarking on the race with his mum Jackie, a 59-year-old retiree. "I’d always wanted to do an amazing adventure with a family member, and I’m a bit of a mummy’s boy," he admitted to Radio Times magazine. If you're planning a trip abroad, read our financial expert's advice on what to consider before going on holiday Why did Dylan and Jackie want to take part in Celebrity Race Across the World? When asked about their time on the show, the duo described it as "once in a lifetime" and "magical". "I wanted to take part because it’s such an amazing experience to be had. I think it looks so beautiful and cool, and it's just a giant adventure and who wouldn't want to go on one of those? "And to do it with my mum is a huge bonus. It's a once in a lifetime thing to do, and to do it with a loved one is even better," Dylan said. Jackie added: "In my life, I'm very predictable, like to keep to a routine, safe and everything, and this is really pushing me out of my comfort zone, and I feel, at my age, I should do something like that. I just generally go to destinations for holiday I never have a journey. "So it's throwing a different spin on my holiday experience. And also to spend time with Dylan, there's normally in life so many distractions and to have that… I don't think anyone has a relationship where there's no distractions and it's just one to one, and that's going to be magical." Celebrity Race Across the World returns to BBC One and iPlayer on Thursday 6th November at 8pm. Add Celebrity Race Across the World to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Amber Davies? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and actress
The actress is embarking on a fresh challenge this week.
After a tough Icons Week where Amber Davis found herself in the dance off, the West End actress managed to claw her way back into the judge's good graces in Halloween Week. Amber and professional partner Nikita Kuzmin scored a polished 35 points, the duo's highest score to date, with their performance of a Viennese Waltz to I See Red by Everybody Loves an Outlaw. But, just who is Amber Davies? Read on to learn more about the actress as she joins the cast of Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Who is Amber Davies? Age: 28 Job: Actress Instagram: @amb_d Partner: Nikita Kuzmin Amber Davies is an actress and performer, who has carved out an impressive career across London's West End and beyond, having starred in the likes of Pretty Woman, 9 to 5: The Musical and The Great Gatsby. Addressing her musical theatre background following criticism from some members of the public that she has an advantage over her fellow contestants, she insisted that every dancer faces their own unique challenges. "I wanna say I think the ballroom and Latin community know that they are worlds apart from musical theatre," said Davies (via Manchester Evening News). "I do understand where the [argument] comes from because yes, I can perform. But there's a great example. Yesterday, we were doing our American Smooth and even just walking left, right, left, right, brought me to tears, because it's so much more complicated than you can imagine." She rose to fame on Love Island in 2017 and for a while did continue work across TV, having appeared on Pointless Celebrities, Celebrity Ghost Hunt and more recently, Dancing on Ice. In a week of exciting announced, the actress was announced as Elle Woods in the Legally Blonde UK and Ireland tour, which kicks off in Leicester in February 2026. She also hosts the successful podcast Call To Stage, in which she interviews theatre performers across the West End and Broadway. Amber Davies's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Waltz (7+7+7+6) = 27 Week 2: Samba (7+8+8+8) = 31 Week 3: American Smooth (8+9+9+9) = 35 Week 4: Argentine Tango (8+9+8+8) = 33 Week 5: Cha Cha (8+8+8+9) = 33 Week 6: Viennese Waltz (9+9+8+9) = 35 What is Amber Davies dancing to in Week 7 on Strictly? Amber, alongside Nikita Kuzmin, will dance a Salsa to You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) by Sylvester. Who is Amber Davies' boyfriend? Amber Davies has been in a relationship with actor Ben Joyce for three years after they met while starring in Back to the Future on the West End. A graduate from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, Ben made his West End debut as Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys and recently starred as Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame in Concert. Ben shared his support for Amber on Instagram upon her casting announcement, writing: "Does she ever stop?!! No she doesn't!" What has Amber Davies said about Strictly Come Dancing? Amber noted that it had been "the craziest 24 hours of [her] life" prior to being announced for the show. She added: "I've watched Strictly with my family since I was younger and to now be part of the show is a dream come true. "I’m going to give it my all and I am sending Dani well wishes for a speedy recovery. I hope I do her proud." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Karen Carney? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and sports star
Karen managed to climb her way back up the leaderboard last weekend.
Karen Carney returned to the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom for another dazzling routine, hoping to tear up the dance floor once more alongside partner Carlos Gu. The former footballer's Strictly journey so far hasn't been the most consistent. In the first week, Karen delivered a leaderboard-topping routine and many were hoping she may follow suit. However, Karen explained that due to a health condition, she finds some elements of ballroom dance slightly trickier. The couple's scores since then have been up and down, and after a seeming break through the couple's score was down once again to 27. She's still not back up to where she was in the show's opening episode but could Week 7 finally be when we see the sportsman break back into the 30s again? But what else is there to know about the Lioness? Read on to learn more about Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant Karen Carney. Who is Karen Carney? Age: 38 Job: Journalist Instagram: @kazcarney Partner: Carlos Gu Karen Carney is a former footballer and sports journalist, who has played for the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Birmingham City and England. She is now the lead female pundit for both men's and women's football, across TNT and ITV. Just last year, Carney led a documentary on ITV looking at the state of football in England. With 144 caps under her belt, Karen is England's third most-capped player and has competed at four World Cups, four European Championships and the London Olympics before her retirement in 2019. Karen made history at the men's World Cup 2022 as part of the first all-female line-up to analyse a men's football game. Karen Carney's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Jive (7+8+8+8) = 31 Week 2: Tango (4+5+5+6) = 20 Week 3: Cha Cha (4+7+7+ 7) = 25 Week 4: Quickstep (6+7+7+7) = 27 Week 5: Rumba (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 6: Argentine Tango (6+7+7+7) = 27 What did Karen Carney dance to in Week 7 on Strictly? Karen and dance partner Carlos will be dancing the Charleston to Upside Down / Think by Diana Ross / Aretha Franklin. What is Karen Carney's health condition? During the second live show, Karen Carney opened up about a spine condition that impacted her performance during the competition. The former footballer explained that she suffers from a curved spine, which can make it "really hard" for her to open her posture up for some elements of ballroom dances. "There's certain elements I won't be able to do as well as I'd like to," she explained ahead of her Tango in Week 2. What has Karen Carney said about Strictly Come Dancing? Karen Carney said it was "a dream come true" to be part of the show's line-up, adding: "I'm such a huge fan of the show and I can’t believe I’m finally getting the chance to take part. I’m so excited to meet everyone and get dancing!" Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Harry Aikines-Aryeetey? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and Olympian
Harry will perform a Tango this weekend.
Harry Aikines-Aryeetey had the lowest score of the week in Halloween Week – uh oh! – achieving only a meagre 26. The Olympian just can't seem to get it right with his scores continuously going up and then back down again week on week. Could the next episode finally see Harry and partner Karen Hauer finally work out the formula to win over the judges? As fans wait patiently to find out how Harry will fare in the competition, read on to learn more about the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant. Who is Harry Aikines-Aryeetey? Age: 36 Job: TV personality and Olympian Instagram: @aikines Partner: Karen Hauer Harry Aikines-Aryeetey is an Olympian, multi gold medal-winning Team GB sprinter and now, star of Gladiators. At just 17 years old, he was named BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year in 2005, after becoming the first athlete to win gold medals at both 100 metres and 200 metres at the World Youth Championships. Harry has gone on to win gold in the 4x100m relay at the European Championships and at the Commonwealth Games. He has also competed in two Olympic games and is a three-time European Champion and two-time Commonwealth Champion. He joined the Gladiators line-up in 2023, and was unveiled with Nitro, who is a firm fan favourite amongst viewers. Harry Aikines-Aryeetey's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Cha Cha (4+5+5+5) = 19 Week 2: Quickstep (6+7+6+7) = 26 Week 3: Salsa (8+8+8+8) = 32 Week 4: Rumba (6+7+6+7) = 26 Week 5: Tango (6+9+7+8) = 30 Week 6: American Smooth (6+7+6+7) = 26 What is Harry Aikines-Aryeetey dancing to in Week 7 on Strictly? Harry and dance partner Karen Hauer are performing a Samba to Samba by Gloria Estefan. What has Harry Aikines-Aryeetey said about joining Strictly Come Dancing? Speaking of the exciting news, Harry said: "After the Christmas Special, it was so nice I just had to do it twice! I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly family this series and I’m ready to give it all I’ve got. "I’ll be bringing tons of energy to light up the dance floor. Let’s hope I’m as quick picking up the routines as I am on the track." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Balvinder Sopal? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and actor
Balvinder is swapping Walford for the dancefloor.
Balvinder Sopal has had a rather tough time on Strictly Come Dancing, as she found herself in yet another dance off – her third one of the season! Just when she seemed to be getting her steps right she had another fall from grace and scored only 28 points in Halloween Week. Balvinder and Julian previously caught up with RadioTimes.com at the Pride of Britain Awards, revealing that they have taken the time to debrief and bounce back each week. "We're stoked to still be in the competition and we're just gonna really enjoy the week and just have a lot of fun," Julian told RadioTimes.com. As we wait to find out how Balvinder does on the dance floor in the rest of the competition, read on to learn more about the star. Who is Balvinder Sopal? Age: 46 Job: Actress Instagram: @leesopal Partner: Julian Caillon Balvinder Sopal is an actress best known for her role as Suki Panesar-Unwin on EastEnders. She joined the BBC soap in 2020 and has since carved herself out as the head of one of the leading families in Walford. In December 2023, the actress was part of The Six storyline, in which she along with five other ladies of Albert Square found themselves embroiled in a cover up for murder. Across her career, Balvinder has appeared on Emmerdale, Coronation Street, Doctors and Hollyoaks, and voiced Simran Kaur in the radio soap opera Silver Street. In recent years, she was won several awards for her role on EastEnders, having scooped nods for Best Soap Partnership, Inspiring Storyline of the Year and Soap Superstar. Balvinder Sopal's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Samba (4+4+4+5) = 17 Week 2: Charleston (7+8+8+7) = 30 Week 3: Foxtrot (7+7+6+6) = 26 Week 4: Paso Doble (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 5: Quickstep (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 6: Rumba (7+7+7+7) = 28 What is Balvinder Sopal dancing to in Week 7 on Strictly? Balvinder and dance partner Julian will be dancing a Couple's Choice to Sapphire by Ed Sheeran & Arijit Singh What has Balvinder Sopal said about Strictly Come Dancing? Balvinder's casting in Strictly Come Dancing was announced live from Albert Square on Good Morning Britain, as she said: "Being on Strictly is a dream that I held on to, with no proof that it would ever happen. "Working on EastEnders and being a part of Strictly Come Dancing is the stuff that dreams are made of. I'm far too excited to put into words how I feel but I’m incredibly excited at the prospect of dancing across the ballroom!" Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 8th November at 6:25pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is George Clarke? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and YouTuber
After a poor week, George needs to be working harder than ever.
George Clarke had another sub par performance for the second consecutive week in the row and scored only 29 points, not exactly where he wants to be at this point in competition. Following his performance, the social media sensation wrote on X: "Just a quick thank you to everyone supporting! So grateful to get through to another week and willing to take all criticisms (not just the judges) on board to hopefully show I’m not done improving and show you just how much I’m not only working but also enjoying my time. "I am not taking any of this for granted at all and I feel very lucky! Love you all x." George and his professional partner Alexis Warr will be back for another week where they'll perform a Viennese Waltz. For those not too clued up on who George Clarke is, scroll on to find out more about the social media sensation as he joins the cast of Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Who is George Clarke? Age: 25 Job: YouTuber Instagram: @georgeclarkeey Partner: Alexis Warr George Clarke, also known as George Clarkey on social media, is a YouTuber, podcaster and social media star with millions of followers online. George first began experimenting with video content as a teenager before he quickly discovered how to connect with people around the world through humour and honesty. Since then, he has built a thriving career through social media, with a devoted audience across YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. He also co-hosts The Useless Hotline Podcast, which is also hugely popular. George Clarke's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: American Smooth (6+6+6+6) = 24 Week 2: Paso Doble (7+7+8+8) = 30 Week 3: Couple's Choice (6+8+9+8) = 31 Week 4: Tango (7+8+7+8) = 30 Week 5: Jive (6+7+6+8) = 27 Week 6: Cha Cha (6+7+8+8) = 29 What is George Clarke dancing to in Week 7 on Strictly? George and dance partner Alexis will be dancing the Vienesse Waltz to Somebody to Love by Queen. What has George Clarke said about Strictly Come Dancing? George Clarke's casting was announcing during BBC Radio 1's Going Home Drivetime Show, with the star answering questions from fans after he was revealed. Speaking of joining the cast, George said: "Never thought I'd say this… but I’m doing Strictly! Honestly, I've got no idea what I'm doing but I'm excited to get stuck in … and potentially fall over a fair bit." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who are Molly Rainford and Tyler West? Meet Celebrity Race Across the World 2025 contestants
Meet the celebrity couple taking on the ultimate race.
The adventure of a lifetime is back as the first episode of Celebrity Race Across the World begins tonight (Thursday 6th November) and the pairs are released from their starting point, racing against each other to the finish line. The new season kicks off on a Caribbean island, with contestants racing through a string of checkpoints before reaching their final destination in Colombia’s La Guajira Peninsula – known as the gateway to South America. As ever, the celebrities are handed a budget equal to the cost of a plane ticket for the same route. This time, that translates to a meagre £30 a day, which is one of the tightest allowances in the show’s history. With smartphones and internet access strictly off-limits, they’ll have to rely on instinct, locals, and a bit of luck to find their way. Amongst those taking part are celebrity couple Molly Rainford and Tyler West. Here's everything you need to know about the duo ahead of the first episode. Who are Molly and Tyler? Relationship: Engaged couple From: London Jobs Actress/singer and TV presenter/radio DJ Instagram: @mollyrainford and @tylerwestt Molly Rainford is a 24-year-old actress best known for her role as Anna Knight in EastEnders, although she made her TV debut much earlier at just 12 years old, when she made it to the final of the sixth series of Britains Got Talent as a singer. Molly met her fiancé, 29-year-old radio DJ Tyler West, who currently presents the afternoon show on KissFM, after they both took part in Strictly Come Dancing in 2022. Appearing on Lorraine, Tyler said taking part in the race together was "tough" with Molly adding: "It was probably the biggest test to be like, can I marry this person?" Tyler even admitted to Radio Times magazine: "There were times when I thought about trading Molly for a mountain goat to get some extra money to race! But it obviously worked out in the end, because we got engaged after the trip…" If you're planning a trip abroad, read our financial expert's advice on what to consider before going on holiday Why did Molly and Tyler want to take part in Celebrity Race Across the World? When Molly and Tyler were first asked to take part in Celebrity Race Across the World, Molly described it as "a no-brainer". "I think it was just a no brainer to do it together – we're so comfortable with each other, we already live together, so we know we can do that. We have nothing to hide from each other. "We haven't done any kind of travelling like this before. We always stick to our comfort zone, all inclusive, just one location. This will be a new experience." Tyler added: "We live busy lives. We're sometimes passing ships, I would love to experience this with my best friend, my person. I think I would struggle more doing it without Molly." Celebrity Race across the World begins on Thursday 6th November at 8pm on BBC One. Add I'm a Celebrity Race Across the World to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is David Olusoga? Meet Celebrity Traitors contestant and BAFTA winning historian
The TV presenter said it was the only show he would ever considering taking part in.
It's now only a matter of hours until the final episode of the first ever series of The Celebrity Traitors UK hits our screens. It's had an incredible run, with viewing figures long since passing the civilian version of the show. It's been a little over a month since the celebrity line-up first stepped foot in the Scottish castle, and among them was David Olusoga, who has now managed to make it to the final as a Faithful. Speaking on making it so far, David said: "I never thought I would get to the final, and the way I’ve played so far I probably didn’t deserve to get to the final. It’s so random but an amazing game because so much of it is chance as well as strategy." Now all that remains to be seen is whether David, alongside fellow Faithfuls Joe Marler and Nick Mohammed, will be able to sniff out Traitors Cat Burns and Alan Carr and secure a share of the £100,000 prize pot for a charity of their choice. Read on for everything you need to know about the historian ahead of tonight's final episode. Who is David Olusoga? Age: 55 Job: Historian and author Instagram: @olusoga David Olusoga is a historian, author and filmmaker who first began his career as a researcher on 1999 BBC series Western Front. He was born in Lagos, Nigeria, before migrating to the UK at five years old with his mother. When he was 14, his family had to leave the council estate where they lived and were placed under police protection after being the subject of racially motivated attacks, an experience that shaped who Olusoga is today. He then went on to study the history of slavery at University of Liverpool and graduated in 1994 with a History degree. Olusoga completed his studies with a postgraduate course in broadcast journalism at Leeds Trinity University. Over his career, Olusoga has presented the likes of Black and British: A Forgotten History, A House Through Time and Britain's Forgotten Slave Owners, which awarded him a BAFTA in the Specialist Factual category in 2016. He was appointed an OBE in the 2019 New Year Honours for services to history and to community integration and received his medal from King Charles III in February 2023. Why did David sign up for The Celebrity Traitors? Olusoga said that The Celebrity Traitors is the only reality game show he would ever consider taking part in, describing it as having something "special about it". "This show is not like anything else I've been asked to do. So many people I know love this show. People who wouldn't normally watch anything else like this love The Traitors. Once I started considering the idea, it felt like it could be a really interesting experience," he told the BBC. Does David want to be a Faithful or Traitor? Olusoga revealed he definitely wants to a Faithful on The Celebrity Traitors as he thinks he would forget to lie. "I think there's a terrible risk that I'd forget that I was in deep cover. That's the reason why I'm not a spy. It would be an impossible task remembering that you're not who you're saying you are. "I have no strategy at all. So much of this is guesswork, I don't think it's ever been the case that in the first few rounds people have ever had a strong strategy from the start they’ve been able to stick to, " said Olusoga. Celebrity Traitors begins on Wednesday 8th October at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. The Traitors seasons 1-3 are available to stream on BBC iPlayer. Add The Celebrity Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Celebrity Traitors UK cast: Confirmed line-up of famous faces taking part
Will any of the Traitors be caught – or will it be a perfect victory?
The final of The Celebrity Traitors is finally upon us, with only five famous faces left in the castle playing the ultimate game of trust. Remarkably, only 1 of the 14 of those who have been banished and murdered so far has been a Traitor, Jonathan Ross, with Alan Carr and Cat Burns having made it to the final without detection but will Faithfuls Nick Mohammed, Joe Marler and David Olusoga be able to sniff them out before it's too late? With banishments and murders aplenty, who is left in the Celebrity Traitors UK cast ahead of tonight's final? Read on for everything we know about the celebs taking part. Celebrity Traitors UK cast: Confirmed line-up The contestants taking part in The Celebrity Traitors are as follows: Nick Mohammed Joe Marler David Olusoga Cat Burns Alan Carr Niko Omilana - BANISHED Mark Bonnar - BANISHED Jonathan Ross - BANISHED Joe Wilkinson - 'MURDERED' Lucy Beaumont - 'MURDERED' Ruth Codd - 'MURDERED' Tameka Empson - BANISHED Celia Imrie - 'MURDERED' Charlotte Church - 'MURDERED' Kate Garraway - BANISHED Paloma Faith - 'MURDERED' Tom Daley - 'MURDERED' Clare Balding - BANISHED Stephen Fry - BANISHED Read on for more information. Nick Mohammed Age: 44 Instagram: @nickmohammedy Job: Actor and comedian Nick Mohammed is an actor and comedian, who has appeared in a number of TV shows and films over his career. More recently, Nick has starred in Ted Lasso, Douglas Is Cancelled and Taskmaster. Joe Marler Age: 34 Instagram: @joemarler17 Job: Rugby player Joe Marler is a former rugby union player who has played for Harlequins and for the England national team in his career. David Olusoga Age: 55 Instagram: None Job: Historian David Olusoga is a historian, author and filmmaker who first began his career as a researcher on 1999 BBC series Western Front. Over his career, Olusoga has presented the likes of Black and British: A Forgotten History, A House Through Time and Britain's Forgotten Slave Owners. Cat Burns Age: 25 Instagram: @catburns Job: Singer Cat Burns is a singer who rose to prominence when her song Go went viral across social media. Since then, she has released a number of singles and in 2024, released her debut album. Alan Carr Age: 48 Job: Comedian Instagram: @chattyman Plenty will know and love Alan Carr from his Chatty Man talk show, which aired from 2009 until 2017. The comedian has been at the helm of plenty of TV shows over the years, including Alan Carr's Epic Gameshow, and currently leads Alan Carr's Picture Slam and Amanda and Alan's Italian Job. Former Celebrity Traitors contestants Mark Bonnar Age: 56 Instagram: @mark_bonnar Job: Actor Mark Bonnar is an actor best known for his roles in Casualty, Line of Duty and Psychoville. Jonathan Ross Age: 64 Instagram: @mewossy Job: Television presenter Jonathan Ross is a TV presenter who has hosted a number of programmes, including his own chat show as well as being a judge on The Masked Singer and The Masked Dancer. Jonathan was selected by host Claudia Winkleman to be one of three traitors in the first ever season of the celeb version of the original show, something he described as a "psychological challenge". "I found it really wearing on me; the lying made me genuinely increasingly uncomfortable,” he explained on his Reel Talk with Honey & Jonathan Ross podcast. "We were lying all the time, because you’re sharing a car with people in the morning, and even though we’re not meant to be talking about the game, obviously sometimes people do." Joe Wilkinson Age: 49 Instagram: @gillinghamjoe Job: Comedian Joe Wilkinson is a comedian and actor who first began his comedy career in 2004 in support of Alan Carr and Russell Howard on their tours. Joe's career has seen him appear on the likes of England's Worst Ever Football Team, Him & Her and Robert's Web. He has also taken part in 8 Out of 10 Cats, Have I Got News for You and Mock the Week. Lucy Beaumont Age: 41 Instagram: @the_one_from_hull Job: Comedian Lucy Beaumont is a comedian who rose to fame after being a finalist on So You Think You're Funny in 2011 and later won the BBC Radio New Comedy Awards. In 2020, she wrote and starred in comedy series Meet the Richardsons with her then husband Jon Richardson. Celia Imrie Age: 72 Instagram: @celia.imrie Job: Actress Celia Imrie is an actress who plenty will recognise from Calendar Girls, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and various theatre works. Charlotte Church Age: 39 Job: Singer Instagram: @therealcharlottechurch Charlotte Church is a singer-songwriter whose move from classical to pop music saw her career soar. 10 years into working as a singer, she had sold more than 10 million records worldwide. In recent years, Church took part in The Masked Singer as Mushroom and came in second place, missing out on the winning title to Natalie Imbruglia. Kate Garraway Age: 57 Job: Broadcaster Instagram: @kategarraway Kate Garraway is a broadcaster and journalist best known for currently being a co-anchor on Good Morning Britain. Her career first launched in the '90s, when she worked as a journalist for ITV News Central, before moving on to become co-presenter of GMTV from 2000 to 2010. Stephen Fry Age: 67 Job: Actor Instagram: @stephenfryactually When a source told The Mail on Sunday that Sir Stephen Fry was at the top of Winkleman's wish list for the celebrity edition, the question was put to him by BBC Radio 2 host Zoe Ball. To which Fry said: "I've heard rumours that I'm in it… but I'm not allowed to comment." Stephen Fry first rose to fame as one half of double act Fry and Laurie, alongside Hugh Laurie, and went on to star in the likes of Jeeves and Wooster, Blackadder and QI. In recent years, he has lent voice work to Netflix's Heartstopper and has starred in the likes of Treasure, Bones and Red, White & Royal Blue. Clare Balding Age: 53 Job: Broadcaster Instagram: @clarebalding Clare Balding is a broadcaster who presents a string of shows on BBC Sport and Channel 4. A source told The Sun: "Clare is an absolutely brilliant signing because she's always turned down reality offers flat. "As such, this will offer the first real glimpse into what she's like as a person. She's known to generations of TV viewers from fronting everything from racing and the Olympics through to Crufts and occasionally Countryfile. "And could anyone really believe that the Beeb's dependable, sensible face of sport could be a treacherous liar?" Ruth Codd Age: 28 Instagram: @ruthcodd Job: Actress Ruth Codd is best known for starring in Netflix's The Midnight Club and The Fall of the House of Usher. Tameka Empson Age: 47 Instagram: @official_tameka_empson Job: Actress Tameka Empson is an actress best known for her portrayal of Kim Fox on EastEnders. Tom Daley Age: 30 Job: Olympian Instagram: @tomdaley Tom Daley is a retired diver who competed in 2008 Olympic Games at just 14 years old, and went on to compete in the London 2012, Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2021 games. He announced his retirement after the 2024 Paris Olympics, confirming the news to Vogue: "It feels very, very surreal. I felt so incredibly nervous going into this, knowing it was my last Olympics. "There was a lot of pressure and expectations. I was eager for it to be done. But when I walked out, and saw my husband [Dustin Lance Black] and kids, and my friends and family in the audience, I was like, 'You know what? This is exactly why I did this.'" Niko Omilana Age: 27 Instagram: @niko Job: YouTuber YouTuber and comic, Niko Omilana is best known for his prank videos online and being a member of the Beta squad. Amusingly, Niko also ran as an independent candidate during the 2021 London mayoral election and three years later, ran during the general election. Paloma Faith Age: 43 Job: Singer Instagram: @palomafaith Paloma Faith is a singing superstar, best known for her hit songs including Only Love Can Hurt Like This, Can't Rely on You and Lullaby. The Celebrity Traitors continues on Wednesday 22nd October at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add The Celebrity Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who are Anita Rani and Balvinder Singh Nazran? Meet Celebrity Race Across the World 2025 contestants
Here's everything you need to know about the father and daughter duo.
Celebrity Race Across the World is back with another adventure-filled episode as the pairs travel from a Caribbean island through a series of checkpoints on their way to the finish line in Colombia's Peninsula de La Guajira – known as the gateway to South America. As with previous seasons of the show, the celebs are given a budget of the price of plane ticket if they were to fly the same route, which this time around sees them surviving on as a little as £30 a day – one of the smallest budgets the show has seen to date. They are also not allowed access to smart phones or the internet to help them navigate their journey. Hoping to surpass the other celeb pairs and reach the finish line first are Anita Rani and Balvinder 'Bal' Singh Nazran. Here's everything you need to know about the duo ahead of the first episode of Celebrity Race Across the World. Who are Anita and Bal? Relationship: Father and daughter From: Bradford Jobs: Radio and television presenter and semi-retired businessman Instagram: @itsanitarani Anita Rani is a radio and television presenter, best known for co-presenting Countryfile for the past 10 years and for BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour which she has presented since 2021. In 2015, the 47-year-old appeared on Strictly Come Dancing and made it as far as the semi-final. She will be taking part in the race alongside her 69-year-old dad Balvinder Singh Nazran, who is a semi-retired businessman. Speaking to Radio Times magazine, Anita shared that the father and daughter duo had their first bicker only an hour into the race after she "ran into the road" according to Bal. "The cameras were rolling and Dad was telling me off about something and I turned into teenage me, stomping and pouting," said Anita. If you're planning a trip abroad, read our financial expert's advice on what to consider before going on holiday Why did Anita and Bal want to take part in Celebrity Race Across the World? Anita said her dad signed up to do the race so they could spend valued time together travelling, something they missed out on when she was young. "We didn’t really do holidays as kids, because my parents were too busy working. I don’t think Dad had much choice [about signing up]!" she told Radio Times magazine. Bal added: "She said, 'Dad, are you up for an adventure?' I presumed it was a weekend away, but I’m not afraid of adventures and I wanted to get to know Anita better. We’re very similar: outgoing and independent, with the same sense of humour." Celebrity Race Across the World returns to BBC One and iPlayer on Thursday 6th November at 8pm. Add Celebrity Race Across the World to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who are Roman and Harleymoon Kemp? Meet Celebrity Race Across the World 2025 contestants
The radio DJ is embarking on the adventure with his older sister.
Celebrity Race Against the World is back for another season, bringing a whole new set of celebs and family members on a continent-spanning adventure. This season's route will see the contestants starting off on a Caribbean island before making their way through a series of checkpoints on their way to the finish line in Colombia's Peninsula de La Guajira – known as the gateway to South America. As with previous seasons of the show, the celebs are given a budget of the price of plane ticket if they were to fly the same route, which this time around sees them surviving on as a little as £30 a day – one of the smallest budgets the show has seen to date. They are also not allowed access to smart phones or the internet to help them navigate their journey. As they compete alongside the other celebrity contestants to make it to the initial checkpoint first, here's everything you need to know about contestants and siblings Roman and Harleymoon Kemp. Who are Roman and Harleymoon? Relationship: Brother and sister From: London Jobs: Radio DJ and singer/songwriter Instagram: @romankemp and @harleymoonkemp Roman Kemp is a 32-year-old radio DJ and presenter, best known for hosting the breakfast show on CapitalFM from 2017 to 2024. He is taking part in the race alongside his older sister, 36-year-old Harleymoon, who is a singer/songwriter. Roman and Harleymoon are the children of musicians Martin Kemp and Shirlie Holliman, who independently found success in the '80s as part of the bands Spandeau Ballet and Wham! respectively. Roman struggled with the language whilst racing through the South American continent, telling Radio Times magazine that he kept "mistakenly telling everyone Harley was 'my beautiful' – mi hermosa – instead of 'my sister' – mi hermana – for at least a week." If you're planning a trip abroad, read our financial expert's advice on what to consider before going on holiday Why did Roman and Harleymoon want to take part in Celebrity Race Across the World? When asked if he had considered taking his famous dad rather than his sister on the show with him, Roman only had one thing to say: "No way!" He continued: "I am very lucky that I do a lot of stuff with my dad, and I think that the reason I do those things is I can't wait to show my kids or my grandkids what my relationship was like with my dad. With this, it's such a privilege to be able to do something so special with your sister. "It's such a privilege to be able to have that and to also show that to future generations and to share an experience. The other side of it is for personal reasons, travelling and seeing new places and seeing different cultures or being in certain experiences has such a great impact on my perspective and what life is about." Harleymoon also revealed to Radio Times magazine that their mum had previously been asked to go on the show. "My mum [Shirlie Kemp, a former backing singer for Wham! and half of Pepsi & Shirlie] was asked to be in the first celebrity Race across the World and was going to take me, but thought it sounded too hard. I was glad to have another chance to go," she said. Celebrity Race Across the World returns to BBC One and iPlayer on Thursday 6th November at 8pm. Add Celebrity Race Across the World to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Celebrity Traitors spoilers leak online as final results revealed following upload error
Hundreds of fans were able to watch the final episode before it was taken down.
The first ever series of The Celebrity Traitors has been a roaring success, with viewing figures quickly surpassing all previous iterations of the show. But with comedic royalty such as Alan Carr, Jonathan Ross and Celia Imrie gracing our screens, delivering impeccable one liners, betraying their friends and even letting slip the odd accidental fart, the series was always going to be a banger. Despite it being only a little over a month since the 19 celebrities walked into the Traitors castle at the start of this season, with each episode so highly anticipated it feels like its been our screens for much longer. After a rocky start, the Faithfuls finally banished their first Traitor, Jonathan Ross, and now only five famous faces remain; Cat Burns and Alan Carr, who are Traitors and Joe Marler, Nick Mohammed and David Olosuga, who are Faithfuls, with the final episode due to air tonight. However, over 24 hours before it would be available for British viewers to watch live on BBC One, the Canadian premium streaming service Crave mistakenly uploaded the final onto their platform for their subscribers to watch. The entire episode appeared on their site, revealing the winner(s) of the show, a spoiler which RadioTimes.com will not share. According to The Sun, the final was on the site for around 90 minutes before the error was noticed and the episode was removed, but not before an estimated hundreds of fans were able to watch it and share their thoughts online, promptly spoiling the ending for British viewers. The newspaper also reported that audiences in New Zealand were able to view the finale early as well, as it was available on ThreeNow, the streaming platform for Channel 3, which broadcasts the BBC programme in New Zealand. For those in the UK, the 70 minute finale will be broadcast live on BBC One this evening at 9pm where the remaining celebrity contestants will be competing for a share of the £100,000 prize pot for their chosen charities. When contacted by RadioTimes.com for comment, a spokesperson for the BBC said: ''We kindly ask anyone who thinks they know the outcome of The Celebrity Traitors to keep whatever they believe they know to themselves. "Please avoid sharing potential spoilers so that the millions of fans who have been faithfully following every twist and turn of the series can enjoy the final this evening.’' The Celebrity Traitors continues on Thusday 6th November at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add The Celebrity Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Celebrity Traitors release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out?
The grand finale of The Celebrity Traitors is fast approaching, with just over 24 hours to go before the winner of the hugely popular series is unveiled. It's still anyone's guess who will come away with the win, with the Faithful trying desperately to unmask the devious Traitors in their midst. As it stands, two Traitors remain and they will face-off against the three remaining Faithfuls in an epic saga across the roundtable. So, when will we be able to watch the final episode? Read on for all the details on The Celebrity Traitors release schedule. When is the next episode of Celebrity Traitors? The next episode of The Celebrity Traitors will be on Thursday 6th November on BBC One and iPlayer. What time is Celebrity Traitors on TV? Celebrity Traitors begins at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. This is expected to be the same time each night for the rest of the series run. How many episodes are there in Celebrity Traitors? There are a total of nine episodes of Celebrity Traitors, which is shorter than the usual 12 episodes in the regular show. When is Celebrity Traitors on BBC iPlayer? Episodes of Celebrity Traitors will be released on BBC iPlayer after their transmission on BBC One each night. When is the Celebrity Traitors final? The final episode of Celebrity Traitors will air on Thursday 6th November at 9pm. The episode will be 70 minutes, providing viewers with all the twists and turns. Celebrity Traitors full release schedule Episode 1 - Wednesday 8th October at 9pm Episode 2 - Thursday 9th October at 9pm Episode 3 - Wednesday 15th October at 9pm Episode 4 - Thursday 16th October at 9pm Episode 5 - Wednesday 22nd October at 9pm Episode 6 - Thursday 23rd October at 9pm Episode 7 - Wednesday 29th October at 9pm Episode 8 - Thursday 30th October at 9pm Episode 9 - Thursday 6th November at 9pm The Celebrity Traitors continues on Thursday 6th November at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add The Celebrity Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who left Celebrity Traitors? All murdered and banished contestants
They're being picked off one by one. **CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE CELEBRITY TRAITORS**
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Celebrity Traitors** There's just one more episodes to go in The Celebrity Traitors, and the odds are in anyone's favour with three Faithful and two Traitors remaining. Last night's episode (30th October) saw two more Faithfuls meet their end, with Alan Carr delivering another murder in plain sight without being detected. The roundtable took yet another turn as the group managed to banish a Faithful, clearly slightly misdirected after successfully getting rid of Traitor Jonathan Ross in the previous episode. The two remaining Traitors have successfully made it into the final, which is set to air next week. But who will end up leaving triumphant? As we wait to find out, read on to learn who has been eliminated from the show so far and how. Who has been murdered or banished from Celebrity Traitors so far? Kate Garraway - BANISHED in episode 8 Status: Faithful Having not really had a clue about who could be the Traitors all along, Kate's lack of assurances and predictions put her in the firing line to be suspected by her fellow Faithfuls. Talking about her experience in the game, Kate said: "It was more fun than I expected. It was more involving than I expected. It kind of gets in your head, and before you know it, you’re going through everything and over analysing. "Everything was bigger and better than I expected. The thing that you really don't realise when you watch the show is that, of course, as a viewer, you have the wonderful advantage of knowing who the Traitors are." Celia Imrie - 'MURDERED' in episode 8 Status: Faithful Whilst Celia proved to be quite the meme-worthy hit during her time in the castle, she was ultimately murdered in plain sight by Traitor Alan Carr. On going out in such a dramatic fashion, Celia said: "I didn't know I was being murdered at the time, did I? I thought Mr Carr was trying to kiss me! The Treach.... "Anyway, the next morning was really horrible, and I hope they missed me at breakfast. I was having such good fun. It was like being made to go home in the middle of a marvellous party." Jonathan Ross - BANISHED in episode 7 Status: Traitor At last, a Traitor has been banished! The walls were closing in on Jonathan Ross as many began to suspect him of working against them and soon the Faithful, along with fellow Traitors Cat Burns and Alan Carr turned on Jonathan to banish him. "I thought I'd be happy to be a Traitor, but I actually found it really hard just lying to people but that is what makes it such compelling viewing," he said. "Around the second day I began to think 'oh, I really wish I'd said I'd like to be a Faithful.'" Lucy Beaumont - 'MURDERED' in episode 7 Status: Faithful Lucy Beaumont felt the wrath of the Traitors, after they all chose to murder her face-to-face. After she, Kate Garraway and Nick Mohammed were on the losing team and without protection, it was a choice of three for the Traitors, but they ultimately went for Lucy. Lucy admitted she was shocked to be murdered face-to-face with the Traitors, but noted "it was thrilling". She said: "It felt like a bit of a gift to finally find out who the Traitors are. It's been driving me insane. Shame I can't then go back into the game and solve it! I was so surprised about Cat [Burns], I just couldn’t believe it." Stephen Fry - BANISHED in episode 6 Status: Faithful After narrowly avoiding being murdered by the Traitors the night before, Sir Stephen Fry was yet another Faithful to be banished at the round table after his fellow contestants ran with the theory that one of the "big dogs" in the cast must be a Traitor. But, of course, they chose the wrong one. Speaking about his time on the show, Stephen said: "It really was an experience. A remarkable experience. It was just wonderful to get to know some extraordinary people I would probably otherwise never have met. "It’s frustrating that the Traitors have done so well and there is no technique. Of course, we fool ourselves, which is unbelievably stupid, because you have to accept the fact that human beings cannot read lies and that human beings are brilliant dissemblers and pretenders, and there's no way of telling." On whether he was happy to have been a Faithful, he said: "If I were a Traitor, I don't think I could have taken the pressure that is coming now. I probably would have enjoyed what they're enjoying now, the chuckling, cackling, glee of triumph." Joe Wilkinson - 'MURDERED' in episode 6 Status: Faithful Sadly, funny man Joe Wilkinson was the next victim of the Traitors after they mutually agreed that he was just too smart to keep around and would soon cotton onto them. Asked about his time on the show, in true Joe Wilkinson style, he said: "It was great. Only downside was I didn't see the turret." The comedian also remarked he would have liked to have been a Traitor: "I really wanted to see the turret. I wasn't initially happy to be a Faithful because of not seeing the turret, but after an hour or so, I thought, sod all that lying stuff." He concluded: "I might be repeating myself but I wanted to see inside the turret." Mark Bonnar - BANISHED in episode 6 Status: Faithful Mark Bonnar was banished from the castle after the round table at the end of episode 5, with the results shown at the beginning of episode 6. His fellow contestants voted for Mark after perceiving his enthusiasm for the show as a way of overcompensating. The Scottish actor received the same amount of votes as fellow faithful David Olusoga and in a series first, there was another tie in the re-vote meaning it was then left up to a game of Chests of Chance. David chose the chest which contained the shield meaning Mark was banished from the show. Reflecting on his time on the show, Mark said: "It was a lot more fun than I expected which is really nice. I thought it would be quite intense, which it was, but I didn't bank on the Missions being quite as much fun as they were. I would happily do that every day for the rest of my life. "I also really enjoyed spending time and making friends with people whose orbits I would never have come into." Mark added: "I was happy to be Faithful. I would have played it slightly differently with hindsight; not being quite so involved, not being quite so enthusiastic, wide eyed and forthcoming with theories. "Claudia said, ‘you know, remember, keep your eyes open at all times,’ or something like that. I was certainly doing that in observing everyone, not sure I was subtle enough about that which possibly put a massive target on my back!" Charlotte Church - 'MURDERED' in episode 5 The Faithful lost yet another of their own as the Traitors struck once more. It was a tough decision for the Traitors to decide who would be their next victim, with the trip suggesting either Kate Garraway, David Olusoga or Charlotte Church to be the next Faithful to leave the game. Unfortunately for Charlotte, her fate was soon sealed. Describing her Celebrity Traitors experience, Charlotte said: "It was way more intense than I expected. It has restored my faith in celebrities a little because, generally, I just really keep out of that whole celebrity scene, and I have perhaps been a little bit too harsh in my judgement of celebrities. "It was wonderful to spend time with some really very interesting people. I think that's been my favourite part of the experience. Genuinely, to just be in the company of some extraordinary people with extraordinary stories and minds was the best bit." Clare Balding - BANISHED in episode 4 Status: Faithful Clare Balding became the third person to be banished at the round table during episode 4 of The Celebrity Traitors following suspicions of her potentially sabotaging an earlier challenge in episode 1 after she accidentally locked in an incorrect answer. Speaking about how she found her time on the show, the broadcaster said: "It's amazing. It’s a real brain scramble and you learn things. One is that it's much easier to attack than it is to defend. I am a very social people person, so I loved being with other folks. It was such a lovely collection of people, some of whom I knew from before, and others that I would never have met." Clare added: "I totally wanted to be a Faithful, yes, and I loved that role. I wish I'd had longer at it. I made a big error in suddenly thinking that I had a strategy the morning of my demise. I thought, I know what I'll do. I've got to stay alive as well as identify the Traitors. So, the best way to stay alive is to get close to a Traitor and have them as your friend." Summarising what her highlight of filming in the Scottish Highlands was, Clare said without a shadow of a doubt: "Celia farting! That was so funny." I think we can all agree on that one! Ruth Codd - 'MURDERED' in episode 4 Status: Faithful Ruth Codd was murdered at the start of episode 4 after the previous instalment concluded with the Traitors discussing in the turret that she was "the only sensible choice" as the next victim. Speaking about her time on the show, the Netflix actress said she knew that being so vocal about her opinions at the round table would have put her on the Traitors' radar. "I was ready and determined to always voice my opinion. I knew it was probably going to get me murdered, but the guilt after Niko left made me think that I’m not going to go through the rest of the game feeling like this. I played honestly, true to my opinions and leave with no regrets," she said. Ruth went on to described her favourite moments of her time on the show: "The highlight was probably being pushed up a hill by 18 celebrities inside a Trojan Horse, and all I had to do was work the brake! Again, probably not on the bingo card." She also expressed how grateful she was to have met the likes of Charlotte Church, Celia Imrie and Clare Balding, saying of the latter: "I kind of look like her goth child that should be a disappointment, but she's incredibly proud of!" Thankfully for the duo, they don't have to survive the show without each other as Clare Balding was banished at the round table in the same episode. Tameka Empson - BANISHED in episode 3 Status: Faithful Tameka Empson was banished from the Round Table in episode 3 after her fellow contestants wrongly accused her of being a Traitor. Speaking about her stint on the show, the EastEnders star said: "I had a really great time. Scotland is beautiful and the castle is amazing. Oh my God, it was incredible. And, you know, we're travelling in style in that iconic convoy of cars which I adored. I couldn't get anybody to give me a key and I'm a very good driver." She added: "Anyway, that feeling as you drive up to the castle. It’s amazing when you watch it on TV, but in real life, it takes your breath away actually being there. And the breakfast table is everything that it was, you know, that's a highlight. The breakfast is good. I tell you, the food was very lovely, and I think I might have put on a few little…let’s say one pound." Tom Daley - 'MURDERED' in episode 3 Status: Faithful Tom Daley's time in the castle was cut short after he was murdered by the Traitors in episode 3. Speaking about how he thinks he was murdered because the Traitors see him as a "threat", the Olympic diver said: "I’m a little disappointed that I'm out a bit early, but at the same time, it was so much fun to be able to get a little bit of a glimpse into the Traitors world. The castle itself is absolutely huge, and actually going in and having a chance to look around was thrilling; searching for that secret room, wondering which book might open the hidden door, taking in as many of the details as possible." He continued: "I have had so much fun in there. Being able to just be with that group of people was so much fun, being able to have conversations with some really interesting people. I was having a great time." He added: "It was so sad when I saw the letter on the chair and I instantly knew I’d been murdered. Because we haven't found a Traitor yet, I thought there’s no way it can be a recruitment. I was firstly sad and then very confused about what The Traitors are doing because I clearly would be someone that would get banished at the Round Table. If any of the Traitors just planted that seed at the Round Table, I'm sure I would be banished. "They could have murdered someone that they know would never have gotten banished at the Round Table. Maybe they thought of me as a threat. Maybe I was getting too close to the right answers." Niko Omilana - BANISHED in episode 3 Status: Faithful Niko was the first Faithful banished at the Round Table. Speaking about how it feels to be leaving so early, the YouTuber and influencer said: "It feels sad because I wanted to go far, but someone has to go early." Speaking about whether he was happy to be a Faithful, he added: "I wasn't happy at all to be a Faithful. I really wanted to be a Traitor, badly. I mean, these things happen, and I was ready for it. I had a good game plan in mind but just didn’t get a chance to see it through really. "Going in there, I was automatically put under a microscope because of what I do. It’s really tough when people are already suspicious before you've even said a word." Talking about what's been a highlight for him, he added: "Meeting Claudia was a good highlight. That was nice. Being a big fan of the show, it was nice to meet Claudia. It was actually great meeting everyone. I have to say everyone was really nice…until the Round Table and then it all changed!" Paloma Faith - 'MURDERED' in episode 2 Status: Faithful Poor Paloma Faith's time in the castle was cut abruptly short after the Traitors 'murdered' her, making Paloma the show's first victim. Speaking of her short stint on The Celebrity Traitors, Paloma said: "It was up and down. I found it quite nerve-wracking, because I knew when I went in that I have a huge personality and that I'd be very visible. "I knew that I couldn't fade into the background. I'm the sort of person that lets my feelings about people be known by talking a lot, so it was never an option for me to be able to quietly just simmer under the surface. "I felt like my Spidey senses kicked off very early on. I was potentially, in hindsight, oversharing a lot of stuff. I don't think my technique was great in this game, but it works very well in real life." The Celebrity Traitors continues on Thursday 23rd October at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add The Celebrity Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Ellie Goldstein? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and model
Ellie Goldstein is heading back into the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom this weekend, as she and partner Vito Coppola perform a Tango. Ellie has continued to impress the judges each week, with the model recently finding herself fourth on the leaderboard with 31 points. With the vote now open to the public, Ellie will be performing to Abracadabra by Lady Gaga with Coppola during this weekend's Halloween Week, and will be doing all she can to ensure they remain in the competition for another week. As the live shows continue, read on to learn more about Ellie Goldstein as she stars on Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Who is Ellie Goldstein? Age: 23 Job: Model Instagram: @elliejg16_zebedeemodel Partner: Vito Coppola Ellie Goldstein is a model, actor and influencer who made history as the first model with Down syndrome to appear on the cover of British Vogue. Since then, she has appeared on the covers of Glamour, Elle, Mission Mag and Euphoria magazines and has featured in campaigns for the likes of Adidas and Gucci Beauty. She recently appeared on the latest celebrity season of The Great British Bake Off, and earlier this year she joined the cast of the BBC's Malory Towers as Nancy Maher. Ellie Goldstein's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Cha Cha (4+4+4+5) = 17 Week 2: Waltz (5+6+6+6) = 23 Week 3: Samba (6+7+7+7) = 27 Week 4: Couple's Choice (7+8+8+8) = 31 Week 5: Salsa (6+8+7+7) = 28 What did Ellie Goldstein dance to in Halloween Week on Strictly? Ellie and dance partner Vito will dance the Tango to Abracadabra by Lady Gaga. What did Ellie Goldstein say about joining Strictly Come Dancing? Ellie appeared on BBC Breakfast, where she was announced for this year's cast. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Ellie said: "I’m absolutely over the moon to be joining the cast and pros of Strictly Come Dancing this year. It’s a show I’ve loved watching for so long, and the chance to now be part of it feels like a dream. "I know it’s going to be challenging, but I’m ready to do it with the glitter and glamour and make some magic on that dancefloor. Let the Strictly journey begin!" Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Alex Kingston? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and actor
She's stepping out of the TARDIS and onto the dancefloor.
Alex Kingston has impressed and improved week after week on Strictly Come Dancing, with the actress putting her skills to the test. Whether she's channeling Miranda Priestly or Dolly Parton, Kingston has found herself scoring highly on the leaderboard each Saturday. Last weekend, Alex placed fifth on the leaderboard, with an impressive 35 points but as the competition heats up and everyone improves, she needs to be reaching even higher to secure herself a podium finish. As we wait for the next live show, here’s everything you need to know about actress Alex Kingston. Who is Alex Kingston? Age: 62 Job: Actress Instagram: @alexkingstonofficial Partner: Johannes Radebe Alex Kingston is an actress with a career spanning over 45 years, with her debut at just 17 years old. She started her career featuring in the TV show Grange Hill and with an uncredited role in a St Trinian's film. She then caught a break in the States, playing the regular role Dr Elizabeth Corday in the NBC medical drama ER from 1997 to 2004. Alex has also done much stage work, including classics such as Oliver Twist and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, but her true love is Shakespeare. Over her career, Alex has starred in A Midsummer Night's Dream, Othello and Macbeth amongst many others. She described playing Prospero in the Royal Shakespeare Company's 2023 production of The Tempest as "one of the highlights of [her] career". But what Alex is now best known for is playing River Song in Doctor Who from 2008 to 2015. She has reprised the role in audio productions, video games and on stage. Alex Kingston's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Viennese Waltz (4+6+5+6) = 21 Week 2: Samba (7+8+8+8) = 31 Week 3: Quickstep (7+8+7+8) = 30 Week 4: Rumba (8+9+10+9) = 36 Week 5: Foxtrot (7+8+8+9) = 32 Week 6: Salsa (8+9+9+9) = 35 What is Alex Kingston dancing to in Week 7 on Strictly? Alex and her partner Johannes Radebe will be dancing a Paso Doble to Amparito Roca by Jaime Texidor. What has Alex Kingston said about Strictly Come Dancing? Alex appeared on The One Show to reveal they would be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing. On joining Strictly, she said excitedly: "Aaaaagghhh! "When I saw Sarah [Hadland] performing last year, I just thought, 'Oh my God'. She's done it and she went all the way," she told hosts Roman Kemp and Alex Scott. "I reached out and asked her what her experience of having been part of the show [was], and she was really honest with me about how hard it is, how overwhelming it can be but also how it absolutely changed her life and that she would do it again in a heartbeat." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 1st November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Strictly Come Dancing professionals line-up: Meet the 2025 dancers
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 is in full swing, with the public vote, dance offs and eliminations an ever present cloud hanging over the contestants' heads. Coming up this weekend, the duos will be performing in Icons Week, which was newly introduced last year. The celebrities and their professional dance partners will perform routines paying tribute to some of the greatest music legends of all time, including Cher, Prince and Johnny Cash. However, Stefan Dennis will be missing from the celebrity line up after he has been forced to withdraw from the competition due to a torn calf muscle. Dennis and professional partner Dianne Buswell sat out of Movie Week due to his injury but were back in the last episode and performed a Charleston. It has now been confirmed the duo have left permanently left the show. But in the most shocking turn events, both Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly announced this week that this series of Strictly Come dancing will be their last with the show to find new hosts for next year. Rumours of who could replace the beloved duo are already being whispered but as of yet nothing has been confirmed. Not only does this year's season host a fabulous group of celebrities, but also an exciting line-up of professional dancers, including two complete newbies who have managed to easily settle into the cast and will hopefully be a permanent feature on our screens in years to come. In total, 20 professional dancers stepped out onto the dance floor alongside this year's star-studded cast. Read on for everything you need to know about this year's Strictly professionals. Strictly Come Dancing professionals line-up: Meet the 2025 dancers Julian Caillon Instagram: @julian_caillon TikTok: @juliancaillon Won: N/A Julian Caillon, from Sydney, Australia, is one of two new dancers joining the professional line-up this year. He began dancing at the age of 10 and specialised in ballroom and Latin American dance. Julian is no stranger to the limelight, as he previously appeared on three seasons of Australia's Dancing with the Stars, toured with the live dance show Burn the Floor, and also competed on the fourth season of So You Think You Can Dance Australia in 2014. Alexis Warr Instagram: @alexis_warr TikTok: @alexis_warr Won: N/A Hailing from the United States, Alexis Warr is one of two new professional dancers to join the latest season of Strictly Come Dancing. She is best known for winning So You Think You Can Dance in 2022 and was later crowned America's Favourite Dancer, becoming the first female ballroom and Latin dancer to claim the title. Alexis has also performed as a guest dancer on Dancing with the Stars, the US edition of Strictly, and has partaken in the show's US tour for the last three years. Her other projects include America's Got Talent, World of Dance and national tours across the US. Aljaž Škorjanec Instagram: @aljazskorjanec Twitter: @AljazSkorjanec Won: Season 11 (Abbey Clancy) Aljaž hadn't been on Strictly for five years after departing in 2019, but delighted fans of his return in 2024. On returning to the ballroom, Aljaž said he hoped to make his daughter "proud". "I had an absolute ball during my nine-year stint on Strictly, during my time away I became a parent, which has been an exciting challenge in itself, and now I’m ready to experience the Strictly magic again. "It feels so right to be coming back, I missed the fun, glitter and the judges of course, and I hope to make my daughter Lyra proud!” Last year, Aljaž was partnered with Tasha Ghouri and they finished as runners-up in the Grand Final. Kai Widdrington Instagram: @kaiwidd Twitter: @Kaiwidd Won: N/A Kai is World Junior Latin American Champion 2010 and a former Dancing with the Stars Ireland professional. He has previously featured in group numbers and toured with a number of the current Strictly pros. He was previously partnered with AJ Odudu, and was guaranteed a place in the finale in 2021 had she not sustained an injury. In 2022, Kai was paired with Kaye Adams and they were the first elimination of the series. In 2023, Kai was paired with broadcaster Angela Rippon, and the pair were eliminated in seventh place. Kai didn't receive a celebrity partner in season 22, but he returns to the dance floor this year alongside TV personality Vicky Pattison! Nikita Kuzmin Instagram: @nikita__kuzmin Won: N/A Nikita joined Strictly from Germany's Let's Dance and is a six-time Latin and Ballroom National Champion in Italy. He was partnered with Paralympic champion swimmer Ellie Simmonds in 2022, and they were the sixth couple to be eliminated. In 2023, he was partnered with actor Layton Williams in a same-sex pairing, and they finished in second place. Last year, Nikita was partnered with former field hockey player Sam Quek MBE, but the pair were unfortunately voted out in week seven. Dianne Buswell Instagram: @diannebuswell Won: Season 22 (Chris McCausland) Australian Open Champion Dianne Buswell honed her skills on Strictly Come Dancing Down Under before joining the British edition in 2017. She was eliminated third with radio DJ Dev Griffin in 2019 but had better luck the year before when she reached the final with vlogger Joe Sugg. Dianne and Joe have been dating ever since and recently announced they are expecting their first child! In 2020, she was partnered with Max George, but they only made it to week four. Dianne was then forced to stop competing a little earlier than planned with her celeb partner Robert Webb, who had to withdraw in week four citing medical reasons. She then competed with radio DJ Tyler West in 2021 before finding success again in 2023 with Bobby Brazier, when the pair came second. Diane won season 22 of Strictly in 2024, with her partner Chris McCausland, and the pair made history as he became the first blind contestant to win the Glitterball trophy. Gorka Márquez Instagram: @gorka_marquez Won: N/A Spanish dancing sensation Gorka Márquez is back for another shot at the Glitterball trophy after coming runner-up with Alexandra Burke in 2017. And while he hasn't won the competition, he did win the heart of contestant Gemma Atkinson – the two welcomed baby Mia in July 2019 and danced together in the 2019 Christmas Special that year. In July 2023, the couple welcomed their second child. In 2020, Gorka made it all the way to the finals with EastEnders actress Maisie Smith – however, they just missed out on the Glitterball as Bill Bailey was crowned the 2020 winner. Gorka made it to the final with Helen Skelton in 2022, but missed out on the Glitterball once again. In 2023, he placed much lower with radio presenter Nikita Kanda, at 14th, and last year Gorka danced with author Punam Krishan, with the pair making it slightly further than the previous year to place 11th. Unfortunately, Gorka won't be gracing the dance floor as much this year as he makes a return to the Spanish version of Strictly as a judge. He said of the news: "Due to the filming dates this means that I won't be competing with a partner this year in Strictly but I will be a part of lots of the group numbers and will be back for the final weeks of the show to support the rest of my fellow pros and their celebrities in what is going to be an amazing series." Johannes Radebe Instagram: @johannesradebe Won: N/A Two-time Professional South African Latin Champion Johannes Radebe reached the final of Strictly South Africa twice and joined the British edition in 2018. He was given his first celebrity partner Catherine Tyldesley in 2019 but was eliminated in week six. In 2020, he was partnered with actress Caroline Quentin, but unfortunately, they only made it to week five in the competition. He did a lot better in 2021 when he was paired with runner-up John Whaite. In 2022, he danced with comedian Ellie Taylor and they landed in seventh place, and then in 2023 he danced with former tennis player Annabel Croft, and they came fourth. Last year, he was partnered with Montell Douglas before being eliminated in the semi-final, finishing in sixth place. Karen Hauer Instagram: @karenhauer Won: N/A The longest-serving female professional on Strictly, Professional World Mambo Champion Karen Hauer has had memorable partnerships with celebrities such as Jeremy Vine, Mark Wright and Charles Venn. She came tantalisingly close to the Glitterball trophy when she reached the final with Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing in 2020. In 2022, she was partnered with Jayde Adams but they were the fourth pair to be voted off. In 2023, she and comedian and presenter Eddie Kadi were voted off in 12th place, and last year she left in week five partnered with former England footballer Paul Merson. Katya Jones Twitter: @Mrs_katjones Instagram: mrs_katjones Won: Season 15 (Joe McFadden) World Professional Latin Showdance Champion Katya Jones has had many memorable moment on Strictly, from dancing to Gangnam Style with Ed Balls to winning with Joe McFadden in 2017. Katya was part of the show's first-ever same-sex pairing in 2020 when she danced with boxer Nicola Adams. She teamed up with Olympic champ Adam Peaty in 2021, but the pair only managed to come ninth. In 2022, she placed ninth with footballer Tony Adams, and in 2023 fifth with actor Nigel Harman. Last year, she and professional opera singer Wynne Evans finished eighth. Luba Mushtuk Instagram: @lubamushtuk Won: N/A Four-time winner of the Italian Dance Championship, Luba Mushtuk was an assistant choreographer on the show for several years before finally being given celebrity partner James Cracknell in 2019. Unfortunately, they were voted out first. She managed to get a little further in 2020 when she was partnered with Jason Bell, but only made it to week three. Luba didn't get a partner in 2021 or 2022. In 2023, however, she did have a partner. She danced with Waterloo Road and Emmerdale actor Adam Thomas and they placed ninth. Last year, she finished in 13th place with Nick Knowles. Nadiya Bychkova Instagram: @nadiyabychkova Won: N/A A two-time World Champion and European Champion in Ballroom and Latin '10' Dance, Ukrainian-born Nadiya Bychkova is back for her sixth year on the show. She has been partnered with Davood Ghadami, Lee Ryan and David James. Nadiya performed well with Dan Walker, coming in a respectable fifth place in 2021. In 2022, Nadia was partnered with Matt Goss, but they became the third pair to be eliminated. The dancer didn't have a celebrity partner in 2023. In season 22, last year, Nadiya was partnered with Olympic swimmer Tom Dean, but their journey was brief, as they were the first couple to be eliminated. Nancy Xu Instagram: @nancy_xuxi Won: N/A A new addition in 2019, Nancy Xu performed in the group numbers and was partnered with EastEnders actor Rudolph Walker in the Children in Need Special. Xu was a finalist in So You Think You Can Dance in her home country of China, and was a finalist in the U21 World Championships in 2010. The pro dancer teamed up with Rhys Stephenson in 2021 and came in fourth. In 2023, she and comedian and actor Les Dennis were first to be eliminated, and in 2024, with partner Shayne Ward, she was eliminated in week eight. Neil Jones Instagram: @mr_njonesofficial Won: N/A World Professional Latin Showdance Champion Neil Jones has won 45 titles around the world during his competitive career, though is yet to claim that of Strictly Come Dancing champion. After acting as a stand-in for several years, Neil got a celebrity partner in 2019 and reached the fifth place with professional footballer Alex Scott. He wasn't given a celeb partner in 2020, but teamed up with Nina Wadia in 2021 – the pair were eliminated first, unfortunately. In 2022 and 2023, Neil didn't have a professional partner, but last year he was partnered with Toyah Willcox, with the pair being eliminated in week three. Carlos Gu Instagram: @gkx_carlos Won: N/A Carlos Gu is a Chinese National Champion with a number of dance accolades under his belt. Gu was the Amateur Latin Rising Star Runner Up at the 2017 UK Open and came in third place at the German Open Championships. Carlos made his Strictly debut in 2022 alongside Molly Rainford. The pair were the runners-up behind winners Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystał, while in 2023 he was partnered with Irish TV presenter Angela Scanlon. Last year Carlos did not have a celebrity partner. Lauren Oakley Instagram: @laurenmayoakley Won: N/A Lauren Oakley started dancing when she was just two years old and soon enough she began competing. Some of Lauren's successes include Under-21 British National Champion and Juvenile Champion at the Blackpool Dance Festival, winning across both ballroom and Latin disciplines. Lauren joined Strictly in 2022 but did not have a celebrity partner. In 2023, she was partnered with journalist Krishnan Guru-Murthy. The pair were eliminated in eighth place. Last year, Lauren stepped in mid-season after Amy Dowden’s injury to dance with JB Gill, with the pair finishing as runners-up in the final. Michelle Tsiakkas Instagram: @michelle_tsiak Won: N/A Latin dance champion Michelle Tsiakkas began dancing at the age of six in her home country of Cyprus. It was in Cyprus where she became an undefeated champion, winning titles consecutively from 2001 to 2011 before moving to London. Last year Michelle was partnered with Jamie Borthwick, but the pair exited in week seven, placing seventh. Vito Coppola Instagram: @vitocoppola Won: Season 21 (Ellie Leach) Vito Coppola is an 11-time Italian Latin American Champion who has been dancing since he was six years old. Just some of Vito's accolades include being a three-time World Champion finalist and European Cup Winner. In 2022, Vito was partnered with singer and radio host Fleur East, meanwhile in 2023 he lifted the glitterball trophy with Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach. After their win during the final, Vito said: "I mean this is like the cherry on the cake. You have been so amazing, you are Strictly, you represent Strictly. You are finally, you know, the diamond I was talking (about)." Last year, Vito made it to the final dancing with actress Sarah Hadland before the pair finished in third place. Eliminated professional dancers Jowita Przystał Instagram: @jowitaprzystal Won: Season 20 (Hamza Yassin) Jowita, who won the BBC’s The Greatest Dancer in 2022, was the Polish Open Latin Champion in 2014. After Jowita became reigning champion, alongside Hamza Yassin, in 2022 when they took home the Glitterball last year, there's no doubt she'll try and get it back in her grasp in 2024. Though she wasn't so lucky in 2023 as she and cyclist Jody Cundy placed 13th, last year she got slightly further, reaching week 12 with partner Pete Wicks. In the 2025 series, Jowita was partnered with Scottish presenter and actor Ross King with duo being eliminated in Movie Week after they failed to impress the judges with their performance of a Paso Doble to the Thunderbirds theme. Amy Dowden Instagram: @amy_dowden Won: N/A British national champion Amy Dowden grew up watching Strictly from her native Wales, finally achieving her dream of joining the show in 2017. Amy Dowden wasn't part of the main line-up in 2023 following her breast cancer diagnosis. The Welsh dancer said at the time that doctors had found another type of cancer, and she was having chemotherapy. Though she didn't compete, she did make an appearance on the programme when she danced in the opening number of the final. She has previously been partnered with celebrities such as EastEnders actor James Bye and McFly singer Tom Fletcher. In 2024, Amy began the series partnered with singer JB Gill, but in week six was forced to withdraw due to medical reasons. She was replaced by Lauren Oakley thereafter. Amy Dowden, along side celebrity partner Thomas Skinner, was the first professional dancer to exit the 2025 competition after a dance off with celeb opponent Chris Robshaw who was ultimately saved by the judges. Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 18th October at 6:30pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink? Meet Strictly Come Dancing contestant and football manager
Jimmy and Lauren Oakley will be an American Smooth this weekend.
It's Strictly Come Dancing time! Among the celebrities in this year's line-up is Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, who is stepping out of his comfort zone by taking part on the show. After a lower score of 21 in Week 1, Jimmy and dance partner Lauren Oakley have managed to consistently improve on their score week upon week as the series progresses, finishing with a total of 29 in the latest episode. Could the duo finally break into the 30s in Icons Week? Speaking to Radio Times magazine about joining the show, Jimmy said: "Football, for me, is so easy. Dancing is out of my comfort zone. But that's a good thing. When you stop playing football, you're not really in that competitive kind of world. It's nice to dip back in." As we wait to find out how Jimmy will fare as the competition heats up, read on to learn more about the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant. Who is Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink? Age: 53 Job: Former professional footballer Instagram: @official_jhasselbaink Partner: Lauren Oakley Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is a former professional footballer and football manager who many will know from his career in the Premier League and across Europe. Across his career, Jimmy played for clubs including Leeds United, Atlético Madrid and Chelsea, and has earned a reputation for his power, pace and precision. Since he retired, Jimmy has remained in the footballing space, offering punditry across major UK sports networks and has managed the likes of Burton Albion and Northampton Town, and has served as an assistant coach for the England national team. Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Quickstep (6+7+7+7) = 27 Week 2: Cha Cha (6+6+6+7) = 25 Week 3: Rumba (7+7+6+8) = 28 Week 4: Couple's Choice (6+8+7+8) = 29 What is Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink dancing to in Icons Week on Strictly? Jimmy and his partner Lauren Oakley are performing an American Smooth to Purple Rain by Prince. What has Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink said about Strictly Come Dancing? The news of Jimmy joining the Strictly line-up was revealed during The One Show, alongside announcements for Dani Dyer and Alex Kingston. Speaking of joining the cast, Jimmy said: "Swapping the pitch for the ballroom is certainly not something I’ve done before but I’m looking forward to tackling a fun challenge! Bring on a new type of footwork, with hopefully no own goals." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 25th October at 6:25pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Big Brother evicted housemates will return to the show tonight after fake elimination twist
Could this be the show's most shocking twist so far?
The two former housemates who will be re-entering the Big Brother house during tonight's (17th October) live show have finally been confirmed. In the show's latest twist, what the current crop don't know is that the eviction due to take place during tonight's episode is actually fake and neither Sam nor Nancy, who are up for elimination, will actually be leaving the house. Instead, whoever out of the pair receives the most votes will move into a secret room and be joined by two previous contestants. Those former housemates have now been announced as this season's Emily and the first evictee of ITV’s debut Big Brother series, Farida – giving two of Big Brother’s ‘gone too soon’ housemates another shot at the original social experiment. Nancy and Sam are facing 'eviction' after receiving the most votes from their fellow cast members, with Nancy receiving seven nominations from Cameron, Feyisola, Jenny, Marcus, Richard, Teja and Zelah. Whilst, Sam received four nominations from Elsa, Jenny, Marcus and Tate, a revelation that saw them both reduced to tears. Emily was the first to be eliminated from the 2025 series on the show's launch night after she and fellow housemates Sam and Caroline, were forced to choose between them who would be sent home. Emily has admitted that since her exit she has been avidly watching the show and described the contestants as "cliquey". On her return to the house, she said: "It’s just so funny. Once again, another plot twist, I’m full of plot twists. I’m so excited – I’m really raring to go. Very grateful to do it all over again – not many people can say that!" Commenting on how she thinks the rest of the housemates will react to the twist, she added: "I think they’ll be shocked and surprised. I just can’t wait to see everyone. They seemed really nice for the one minute I knew them. I think they’re going to be very excited. They should be excited!" Similarly, Farida was the first to exit the house during her season of Big Brother which aired in 2023. While saying she's excited to re-enter the house, Farida admitted she is worried the rest of contestants might see her "as a threat, as everybody does, because I’m very confident, and I can’t help it – if I see something that’s not right, I will voice my opinion". On her short stint on the show her first time around, she said: "I didn’t really feel fulfilled - I only had a few days in there. The most important thing is – the audience has wanted this for such a long time. "Even when Celebrity Big Brother was on there were rumours I was going back into the house. You’ve got to listen to your fans. I’m doing it for the fans." Big Brother continues tonight at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX. Add Big Brother to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Celebrity Traitors soundtrack: Every song from Claudia Winkleman show
Here are all the records helping to ramp up the drama on The Celebrity Traitors.
The Celebrity Traitors is in full swing, with an all-star cast taking on the game of betrayal and deception made famous by the non-VIP edition of the BBC reality series. The show, which launched onto our screens on Wednesday 7th October, has treated fans to four action-packed episodes so far, with multiple celebrities having already met their ends. The drama is accompanied by an epic soundtrack, featuring everything from classic tension-building orchestral numbers to covers of Taylor Swift hits. So, if you’re wondering what the songs are that have been ramping up the tension in The Celebrity Traitors, or in past seasons of The Traitors, read on for everything you need to know. The Celebrity Traitors soundtrack Episodes 1 - 2 Enter Sandman - SHEL (Metallica cover) Wonderwall - Ex Makina (Oasis cover) Toxic - 2WEI (Britney Spears cover) Won't Get Fooled Again - The Who Wildest Dreams - Astyria No Time to Die (feat Brittney Bouchard) - Sybrid In the Shadows - Amy Stroup You're No Good (feat Rånya) - Hidden Citizens Sinnerman - Nina Simone Requiem in D Minor, K 626 : Lacrimosa Dies Illa - Rachel Porter Funeral March - 2WEI Never Tear Us Apart - Paloma Faith Episodes 2 - 4 Ultraviolet - Freya Ridings Here I Am - Power-Haus My Favourite Game - The Cardigans Fortitude - Richard Pryn Back to Life - RAIGN Generations - Michael Maas In The End - 2WEI Born for This (William Morris Remix) - Royal Deluxe Scars - Boy Epic If Looks Could Kill - Tribal Blood Showdown - Ely Eira Crawling (feat. Joe Totino) [Epic Trailer Version] - Dream A Lot Never Say Die - Neoni The Traitors soundtrack The show also features songs by other artists. You can check out a breakdown of the songs in The Traitors below. Season 3 Episodes 1 - 3 Smells Like Teen Spirit - Fleurie & Tommee Profitt Ave Maria - Franz Schubert, Barbara Bonney & Geoffrey Parsons In The Still Of The Night - Ravn Ready Or Not - Mischa 'Book' Chillak & Esthero Little Lies - Fleetwod Mac Let The Blood Run Wild - Power-Haus, Shyloom & Lløren Bad Things - burnboy & Brooke Williams Dangerous Game - Klergy & Beginners This Is The Beginning - Ely Eira Dead To Me - Tribal Blood Requiem For A Tower - London Music Works Live And Let Die - Chroma When It's All Over - RAIGN Breath - Ex Makina Where It All Begins - Portals Figure It Out - Royal Blood No Tomorrow - Joseph William Morgan Starshine - Kel Constantine Episodes 4 - 6 Run - Lady Bri, Marvin Brooks & 2WEI Symphony No 5 - Hidden Citizens Wake Up World - Ruelle & UNSECRET Breathe - Tommee Profitt & Fleurie Hey Now - London Grammar Bad - Bishop Briggs One Wrong Move - Powerhäus, Klergy & Lløren One Of My Kind - Sisi and The Dark Heart & AG You Don't Own Me - Mascot Requiem, K, 626: Lacrimosa - Academy of Ancient Music, Stephen Cleobury & Choir of King’s College, Cambridge Bad Guy - Billie Eilish Heads Will Roll - Elephant Music Carry You - Ruelle & Fleurie Castle - Halsey Unholy - Sam Smith & Kim Petras Knock You Down - burnboy & Brooke Williams Pandora - 2WEI - Edda Hayes No Calm Before The Storm - Atalia Episodes 7-9 Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad (Reprise) - Moby, Apollo Jane, Mindy Jones & Deitrick Haddon Dona Nobis Pacem 2 - Max Richter, Mari Samuelsen, Konzerthausorchester Berlin & Jonathan Stockhammer Season of the Witch - The Phantoms New Blood - Zayde Wolf No Mercy - UNSECRET & icetope Muddy Waters - LP Truth Is A Beautiful Thing - London Grammar See What I'm Made Of - Atalia Truth Gon Find You - Ophelia X House of the Rising Sun - Audio Machine Land of Confusion (Epic Trailer Version) - Hidden Citizens Cry Me A River - Tommee Profitt & Nicole Serrano The Earth Prelude - Ludovico Einaudi Bang Bang - Powerhäus, Berlin Aires & Lløren I'm Coming For You - Graffiti Ghosts Season 2 Episode 1 Darkside – Neoni Losing My Religion – BellSaint Who Can It Be Now – Royal Deluxe Me And The Devil – Soap&Skin The Strong Survive – 7kingZ Insomnia – 2WEI Angel – Massive Attack Gangsta’s Paradise – 2WEI Episode 2 Darkness Inside – Astyria [I Just] Died In Your Arms – Hidden Citizens Sour Times – Portishead Boadicea – Enya Keep On Fighting – Tribal Blood Walking On The Moon – Ruelle Rise Up – 2WEI & Edda Hayes Episode 3 The One To Survive (feat Josh Bruce Williams) – Hidden Citizens Monster – Ely Eira O Fortuna – Hidden Citizens Tainted Love – Holy Wars & NOCTURN Blindside – 2WEI & Edda Hayes Episode 4 Final Hour (feat Ruelle) – Unsecret In The House, In A Heartbeat – John Murphy Never Tear Us Apart – Dia Frampton Wanted Dead Or Alive – Empara Mi & Dreamchild Whose Side Are You On (feat Ruelle) – Tommee Profitt Episode 5 Vampire - Olivia Rodrigo Watch Me - The Phantoms Fight Till The End - Shangrii-La There's a Hero In You (feat Fleurie) - Tommee Profitt My Hero - Ely Eira Who Will Save Us (feat Fleurie) - Tommee Profitt Episode 6 Bittersweet Symphony (feat Kat Leon) - Damned Anthem Gods Will Rise - Tribal Blood I'd Love To Change The World - Jetta Fallout - UNSECRET & Neoni Something Wicked - KELSON Poison - RAVN Episode 7 Teardrop - Massive Attack, Elizabeth Fraser Everybody Wants to Rule the World - Royal Deluxe Symphony No 5 in C Minor - Ludwig van Beethoven Conqueror - Epic Score, Snorre Tidemand Wicked Game - Ursine Vulpine, Annaca Empires - Ruelle Mr Sandman - SYML Madness - Ruelle Episode 8 Devil's Gonna Hit You (feat. Blu Holliday) - J2 Mad World - 2WEI & Tommee Profitt Sinnerman - Nina Simone White Flag - Bishop Briggs Challenger I - Joseph William Morgan Revolution - UNSECRET Bad to the Bone - 2WEI & Bri Bryant Season 1 Episode 1 Nothing Is As It Seems (feat Ruelle) – Hidden Citizens Heart of Glass (Crabtree Remix) – Blondie & Philip Glass Toxic – 2WEI Episode 2 Feeling Good – Muse Land of 1,000 Dances – Wilson Pickett Sugar Plum Fairy – Tchaikovsky In the Hall of the Mountain King – Czech National Symphony Orchestra Lullaby – Johannes Brahms Zombie – Damned Anthem Solid Ground – Michael Kiwanuka Waking Up – MJ Cole and Freya Ridings Episode 3 Clubbed To Death – Pete Tong, The Heritage Orchestra and Jules Buckley Come as You Are – Hannah Miller Getting Serious – Nick Harvey Somebody's Watching Me – Portals Fickle Game – Amber Run In the Air Tonight (Extended Mix) [feat Shadow Royale] – Joseph William Morgan Episode 4 Wolves – Sam Tinnesz & Silverburg Hell To the Liars – London Grammar Back to the Badlands – Mark Waterfield and Jim Fripp William Tell-Overture – Lorne Balfe, Russell Emanuel and Steve Kofsky Save Tonight – Zayde Wølf Episode 5 Supernatural – Tribal Blood How Villains Are Made – Madalen Duke The Assault (feat Justin Starling) – ADIEAUX The Four Seasons - Summer – Lorne Balfe, Russell Emanuel and Steve Kofsky Funeral March – 2WEI Hidden Lies – Skip Armstrong and Lukas Obernosterer Above the Clouds – Max H Burn – Astyria Wanderlust – Empara Mi Mad World – 2WEI, Tommee Profitt and Fleurie Episode 6 Ditch – Empara Mi 6 Underground – XHOANA X Nightcall – London Grammar Until We Go Down – Ruelle Bad Things – Summer Kennedy Believer (feat Colton Dixon) – Tommee Profitt Episode 7 Seven Devils – Florence + the Machine My Favourite Game – Arctic Lake Pure Diamond – Julien Cavard and Raphael Nauleau View oEmbed on the source website If You Wait – London Grammar It's a Mad World – Astyria Back to Black (BBC Radio 1 Live Session) – Sam Fender Twisted Games – Night Panda & Krigaré The Celebrity Traitors continues on Wednesday 22nd October at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add The Celebrity Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Stefan Dennis? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and soap legend
Stefan said goodbye to Ramsay Street and hello to the Strictly dancefloor.
Australian actor Stefan Dennis will be back on the dancefloor this week after an illness rendered him unable to perform in last week's live show. In a statement posted to the official Strictly Instagram, the surprise news read: “Due to illness over the past few days, Stefan Dennis has been advised by doctors to rest and, as a result, he will not dance this weekend. “In line with the rules of Strictly, Stefan and Dianne will receive a bye through to next week, when they will hopefully be able to dance again.” Stefan impressed the judges in Week 1 and earned himself a score of 24, however in the following episode he failed to step up to mark and only scored a 17. The low points, combined with his inability to take part in Movie Week, sees Stefan currently sitting right at the bottom of the leaderboard. Let's hope he can pull it out of the bag this week. The Neighbours legend is just one of the soap stars in this year's line-up, with others including Balvinder Sopal and Lewis Cope. With the new season well and truly under way, just who exactly is Stefan Dennis? Keep reading to find out more about the actor as his Strictly journey gets underway. Who is Stefan Dennis? Age: 66 Job: Actor Instagram: @stefandennis7 Partner: Dianne Buswell Stefan Dennis is an Australian actor and singer, best known for portraying Paul Robinson on Neighbours since its inception in 1985. He left the soap in 1992 before returning for a brief period a year later. He then reprised his role in 2004 and has played the character since - but this will come to an end later this year following Neighbours' cancellation on Amazon Freevee. Dennis is no stranger to the British climate, having appeared in a number of plays and musicals in the UK for over a decade. It was through this he landed the role of Dr Marcus McKenzie in Scottish soap River City. And while he may not be too seasoned on the dance floor, Dennis has quite the singing voice and released the single Don't It Make You Feel Good in 1989, which reached No. 16 in the UK Singles Chart. Stefan Dennis's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Foxtrot (4+6+6+6) = 22 Week 2: Cha Cha (4+4+4+5) = 17 Week 3: Stefan did not perform due to illness What is Stefan Dennis dancing to in Week 4 on Strictly? Stefan and his partner Dianne Buswell will be performing a Charleston to Dance Monkey by Tones and I. What has Stefan Dennis said about Strictly Come Dancing? Dennis's casting was announced on This Morning, following on from Vicky Pattison's announcement earlier on in the episode. The actor said of joining Strictly Come Dancing: "This is an opportunity for me to once again learn to step out of my comfort zone in the world of television. Looking forward to the sparkle and reaching for the sky." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 18th October at 6:30pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Chris Robshaw? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and rugby player
Chris earned his highest score yet with his Paso Doble in Movie Week.
Strictly Come Dancing is back for a flurry of entertaining live shows this autumn and winter period. This year's line-up prepare to dance their hearts out in the hopes of lifting the Glitterball trophy. One celebrity who is no stranger to trophies is rugby union player Chris Robshaw, but unfortunately he has failed to wow the judges and currently sits 12th in the leaderboard with his combined scores from all weeks so far. However, last episode's Movie Week did see Chris earn his highest score yet of 22, a feat he achieved whilst wearing a shoulder length wig to emulate Thor's trademark blonde locks. Chris is paired with Nadiya Bychkova, who loves "working with athletes" when it comes to Strictly. "They understand that you need to put the work in, and it’s really important for Strictly because the time frame is so short," she told Radio Times magazine. "I can already say that Chris is maybe even better than any of my experiences before with athletes." With a new dazzling and glitter-filled season of Strictly ahead, just who is Chris Robshaw? Scroll down to learn more about the famous face. Who is Chris Robshaw? Age: 39 Job: Former rugby union player Instagram: @chrisrobshawrugby Partner: Nadiya Bychkova Chris Robshaw is a former England rugby union player and captain, with 66 caps for England. He captained the national team 43 times, leading them to a Six Nations Grand Slam victory in 2016. At club level, he played 300 games for Harlequins RFC, guiding them through their most successful era. He is also the only player to win the Aviva Premiership Player of the Year Award twice. He also made 18 appearances for the San Diego Legion from 2021 to 2022, before announcing his retirement in October 2022. In a statement shared on social media, Chris said at the time: "After 18 years of professional rugby and a career I could only have dreamt of, I am officially announcing my retirement from the great game. "Following three dislocated shoulders in quick succession, my body has told me to blow the final whistle." Chris Robshaw's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Samba (3+4+3+4) = 14 Week 2: Viennese Waltz (3+4+4+5) = 16 Week 3: Paso Doble (4+6+6+6) = 22 What is Chris Robshaw dancing to in Week 4 on Strictly? Chris and dance partner Nadiya will be dancing the Salsa to Maria by Ricky Martin. What has Chris Robshaw said about Strictly Come Dancing? The news that Chris would be joining Strictly was revealed on The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2 alongside La Voix. Of joining Strictly Come Dancing, Chris said: "This is about as far out of my comfort zone as it gets! I'm hoping to take my dad dancing to a whole new level, and my mum can't wait to drag me along to her Zumba class. Let’s see if a rugby sidestep works in the Cha Cha Cha." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 17th October at 6:30pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Hope Street season 5 release date confirmed by BBC - and there's an added treat for fans
Hope Street season 5 has finally been given a confirmed released date on BBC One, and it's sooner than fans might have expected. The beloved Northern Irish police and crime drama will return to BBC One on Friday 31st October 2025 – what date could be more fitting for such a suspense-filled show than Halloween? If you just can't wait, then in an added treat for fans, the opening episodes will be available on BBC iPlayer even earlier – with season 5 currently scheduled to begin on iPlayer on Monday 27th October, with the full season available from 31st October. Season 5 will also mark a milestone for the TV series as it will see the show's 50th episode. Hope Street follows the local police department in the fictional Northern Ireland seaside town of Port Devine where they tackle everything from petty thefts to organised crime, all whilst maintaining relationships with the tight knit local community. Since its debut in 2021, the show has built up a large fanbase who have fallen in love with the show's characters and its warm, easy-watching vibe. The new season will see some new faces join the cast's ranks. Cameron Cuffe, best known for ITV's The Halcyon and the BBC adaption of Dolly Alderton's novel Everything I Know About Love, is joining the cast as Constable Donal Gallagher, who joined the police after his promising rugby career was cut short. Cuffe is joined by Belfast-born Jenn Murray who has appeared in Hollywood blockbusters Maleficent, Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Her character, Dr Sasha Cookson, moves to Port Devine to take over her late father's medical practice where she finds a spark with the new constable. But for loyal fans who might be growing concerned, not to worry – core cast members Kerri Quinn, Tara Lynne O’Neill, Aaron McCusker and Niamh McGrady are all confirmed to be returning for season 5. Marcus Onilude (Luke Jackson), Finnian Garbutt (Ryan Power), Katie Shortt (Brandi McClure), Eleanor Methven (Lois Dunlop), Paddy Jenkins (Seamie McCarthy), RhéAna Kamalu (Chloe Jackson) and Jonny Grogan (Ross Dunlop) are also all back for more. Phew! Hope Street season 5 is coming to BBC One on Friday 31st October 2025. All episodes of season 5 will be available to stream on BBC iPlayer from Monday 27th October. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast. Add Hope Street to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-outlook-id="449c28d9-909e-4aab-b6b8-153454f55d5e" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more.
Love Is Blind US season 9 cast: Confirmed line-up of participants
The pods are back! There never seems to be a time when one iteration or another of Love Is Blind isn't on Netflix, with the US version – the one that launched the show – currently airing its ninth season. This time, 32 singles headed into the pods and were ready to take on a rather unconventional approach to dating as they all attempted to fall in love with someone, sight unseen. Only after getting engaged did they see their partner, and were fast-tracked into almost married life before the big day! The weddings are now fast approaching with the finale scheduled for next week, and with one couple having already called it quits, upcoming episodes will reveal whether the relationships formed blind in the ponds culminate in marriages or unravel before they've even really begun. But who are the singles taking part? Read on to find out more about the Love Is Blind US season 9 cast. Love Is Blind US season 9 cast in full Anton Blake Brenden Chase Dayo Dylan Edmond Jensen Joe Jordan Logan Michael Mike Nick Patrick Rohan Ali Anastasia Anna Annie Ashley Aza Chyna Hilary Kacie Kait Kalybriah Kaylen Madison Megan H Megan W Shelby Current Love Is Blind US season 9 cast Anton Age: 29 Job: Transportation/logistics Instagram: @everyonesfavoriterussian Anton is ready to make a permanent decision and marry a woman who is family-oriented and wants to settle down – bonus points if they like dogs! Edmond Age: 29 Job: Realtor Instagram: @edmondlharvey Edmond's biggest passion in his life is rollerblading, and when he gets going on his skates, he may never stop! Joe Age: 29 Job: Sales Instagram: @josephferrucci Described as "the life of the party", Joe is hoping to find a partner who will not only want to join in on the family fun, but will also be eager to nurture their relationship through genuine conversation. Jordan Age: 30 Job: Service manager Instagram: @jordan.keltner Jordan is looking for someone who will love his son like he's their own, but because a lot of people don't want to date parents, he hasn't much luck in the love department. Nick Age: 28 Job: Luxury watch dealer Instagram: @nickthewatchguy In the past, Nick has held himself back from going too deep with the people he dates because he is afraid of hurting others. But now in the pods, he is excited to be given the time to build a strong connection with someone by becoming emotionally vulnerable. Ali Age: 29 Job: Nurse Instagram: @alie.lima Ali is hoping to meet someone ambitious and hardworking with a similar sense of discipline to her. Annie Age: 31 Job: Hair salon owner Instagram: @annie__lancasterhairco Annie has no time for men who are lazy or don't support her ambitions in continuing to grow her business. She is looking for someone who can live up to the high bar of her parent's marriage. Kalybriah Age: 29 Job: Social worker Instagram: @kalybriah Kalybriah hopes the man she meets will love her for who she is today and be willing to love her when she is a new person in five years. Madison Age: 28 Job: UX/UI designer Instagram: @madisonvm After 40 dates last year that went nowhere, Madison is hoping to find a man with gentle energy, good banter and thick thighs while in the pods. Megan W Age: 25 Job: Entrepreneur Instagram: @meganwalerius Megan is hoping to meet an emotionally and financially secure partner who isn't easily threatened, and she finds men are often "intimated by [her] level of success", Former Love Is Blind US season 9 cast members Blake Age: 34 Job: Accountant Instagram: @blake_t_anderson For Blake, women who are interested in different perspectives will catch his eye while in the pods, as he finds "curiosity very attractive". Brenden Age: 32 Job: Finance manager Instagram: @brendenguthrie_ While in the pods, Brenden is looking to meet his "best friend" who is respectful of others and can make him laugh, which is the key to his heart. Chase Age: 29 Job: Water treatment consultant Instagram: @chasecandoit After spending the last eight months solo travelling, he is now ready to share a suitcase with someone special. Dayo Age: 30 Job: IT advisor Instagram: @daaayo Dayo is looking for someone who can bring some optimism to his life, as an overly negative person gives him the ick. Dylan Age: 32 Job: Financial analyst Instagram: @dylanmustoe A huge fan of The Office, Dylan is looking for the Pam to his Jim, or perhaps the Angela to his Dwight. Jensen Age: 29 Job: Data analyst Instagram: @jensencolebutler Jensen is looking for a partner who can "match his speed" and isn't lazy, something that is his biggest ick. Logan Age: 35 Job: Account executive Instagram: @_l_b_k_ Logan is hoping to find someone in the pods who will be excited to go home and celebrate special occasions with him and his family, who are incredibly important to him. He can't wait to be a parent himself, so someone who doesn't want kids is a "deal-breaker" when it comes to dating. Michael Age: 41 Job: Medical sales Instagram: @michaelneal_empower Michael isn't after another pretty face and while in the pods, he is looking for a "beautiful soul", but a "great smile" wouldn't hurt. Mike Age: 38 Job: Real estate investor Instagram: @mikebrockway_ Mike hopes to find a partner who shares his "growth mindset" and is excited to experience new things together. But balance is key, and they must also take care of themselves inside and out. Patrick Age: 31 Job: Construction manager Instagram: @patrickwsuzuki Patrick believes he hasn't found "the one" because he was "immature and insecure" earlier in life, but is hoping while in the pods he'll meet someone who matches his energy. For Patrick, that means being able to engage in the natural give and take of conversations, as he isn't a fan of chatterboxes. Rohan Age: 27 Job: Private equity Instagram: @dontmesswiththebrohan Rohan is on the lookout for his forever travel buddy, who is open-minded and honest. After moving to the US from India when he was 14, Rohan has worked hard to put down roots in Denver, and is "extremely proud of moving to the US and adapting". Anastasia Age: 29 Job: Nurse Instagram: @annielubline When Anastasia isn't at work at the hospital, she can be found blowing off steam on the dance floor, and once danced on stage with Flo Rida! She is looking for a man who will grow with her and she isn't willing to change for anyone. Anna Age: 28 Job: Hairstylist Instagram: @__annayuan__ The key to Anna's heart is emotional maturity. She is searching for an "easy and authentic" connection with someone who loves concerts as much as her. Ashley Age: 35 Job: Director of compliance Instagram: @ashley.usery Ashley has been single "forever"and is starting to get tired of being on her own. "Let me rest and be confident that you’re going to keep me safe and that you can make a decision," she said in response for what she wants in a partner. Aza Age: 32 Job: Events manager Instagram: @azaweyer Aza likes to make sure those around her are having a good time, and when dating, she values someone who has that same respect for others – which is a key quality she'll be looking for in the pods. "I'm very independent and love the life I built for myself, so I have high standards and won’t settle for just anyone," she said. Kacie Age: 34 Job: Hair & makeup artist Instagram: @anita_bigmac Kacie is most looking forward to connecting with the other singles' souls while in the experiment, and is keen to take out the initial attraction element of dating. Kait Age: 33 Job: Registered dietitian Instagram: @kaitnem Kait has been waiting for a "life-changing and soul-shaking" connection and hopes the pods will deliver just that! Chyna Age: 39 Job: Marketing manager Instagram: @_theblacksuperwoman_ Chyna is hoping to find a partner who accepts her quirks and tendency to laugh at her own jokes. Hilary Age: 39 Job: Medical device sales Instagram: @hilisme4u2c Hilary is looking for someone who is ambitious but equally supports her career. Kaylen Age: 29 Job: Account executive Instagram: @coloradokayyy After being single for a year, Kaylen is hoping to leave the pods with a man who will drive her off into the sunset. Megan H Age: 36 Job: Property manager Instagram: @m3ggs_and_bac0n Megan can't wait to introduce someone special to her friends and family, but if he doesn't have his own friends or close bonds with his family, that'll present a major problem to her. Shelby Age: 35 Job: Realtor Instagram: @withshelby As a real estate agent, Shelby knows how to close a deal, but unfortunately hasn't managed to find a man who feels like home. In the pods, Shelby is hoping to find the right guy with the right manners, and it's a green flag if they know "how to court properly". The finale of Love Is Blind US season 9 will drop on Netflix on Wednesday 22nd October. Love Is Blind US seasons 1-9 are available to watch on Netflix now. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Add Love Is Blind UK to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. 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Who is Charlotte Church? Meet Celebrity Traitors contestant and singer
"I don't like the idea of deception or lying."
Despite only having three seasons under its belt, The Traitors has well and truly established itself as one of the nation's favourite TV shows. And now, following in the footsteps of its international counterparts, the much-loved show is introducing a celebrity spin-off. Having kicked off last week, Claudia Winkleman invited a group of celebrities to play the ultimate game of detection, backstabbing and trust, all in the hope of winning up to £100,000 for a charity of their choice. Joining the cast in the first ever-season is national treasure Charlotte Church. She needs no introduction but here is everything you need to know about her ahead of the first episode. Who is Charlotte Church? Age: 39 Job: Classical singer and TV presenter Instagram: @therealcharlottechurch Charlotte Church is a singer-songwriter who is known for her powerful soprano voice. She gained notoriety at just 11 years old when she sang Andrew Lloyd Webber's Pie Jesu over the phone on This Morning. Her move from classical to pop music saw her career soar. After 10 years of working as a singer, she had already sold more than 10 million records worldwide. She went on to also have a successful music career and even presented her own TV series, The Charlotte Church show, from 2006 to 2008. In recent years, Church took part in The Masked Singer as Mushroom and came in second place, missing out on winning the title to Natalie Imbruglia. Why did Charlotte sign up for The Celebrity Traitors? Speaking of joining the line-up, Charlotte said: "Well, I don't watch much telly, but I have watched The Traitors and I think that it's a really interesting game. And I love the outdoors, so I really wanted to come and visit the castle and play in the Scottish Highlands. It's a challenge, particularly when you get into the Missions and such. "I also run a retreat centre in mid-Wales, and I host groups of people going through, sometimes quite emotional, transformational experiences. I always think it really broadens the mind to be amongst a group of interesting people with different perspectives so I’m looking forward to that here. It’s just a very unusual thing to do with your time so why ever not?!" Does Charlotte want to be a Faithful or Traitor? Charlotte is really familiar with the show and what is needed to be a successful Traitor, which is why she doesn't think she has what it takes. She told the BBC: "I am really hoping to be a Faithful. I really don’t want to be a Traitor. Certainly not at the beginning. It depends what happens in the game but I think that I'm a Faithful through and through. I think it's because I don't like the idea of deception or lying. "I don't think I'm very good at it and I just think I would enjoy the game a whole lot more. So, I am hoping to be a Faithful, and then I think I'm going to be able to have a lot more enjoyment and fun. There's too much cortisol in the world already. I do not want to be adding that to myself." Thankfully for Charlotte, she wasn't selected by host Claudia Winkleman to be a Traitor and remains Faithful. The Celebrity Traitors continues on Wednesday 15th October at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add The Celebrity Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.