Although Shirley Ballas is best known as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing, she surprised viewers by her lack of knowledge when she appeared on BBC’s The Wheel.
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Shirley got the question wrong(Image: BBC)
Shirley Ballas, the star of Strictly Come Dancing, made a terrible error on television that dissuade viewers. The star made an error in her specialist subject question on Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel when she first appeared on the show.
Everyone was perplexed when a contestant named Gordon was asked a question about dance while he was on the show. What is a “step, shuffle, jump” known as in tap dance, according to host Michael’s question?
A. Buffalo and B. Buffalo were the four choice answers. C. Penguin, D. Gazelle, or Elephant. Gordon had a hard time coming up with a solid response, but he eventually chose option C, which was incorrect.
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When it was revealed that he had made it incorrect, the studio turned red. Everyone on the show questioned Shirley about the appropriate use of the term in tap dance.
However, Shirley chose the incorrect answer, and she also wasn’t sure of it. Although Shirley chose Gazelle, it turned out to be Buffalo.
She responded, “I picked gazelle because I have no idea. All beauty and elegance. Despite serving as Strictly’s head judge for many years, some program critics criticized Shirley for getting the question incorrect despite the program’s fans who agreed that it was extremely difficult.
Some fans took to X to talk about the awkward moment. One said: “How embarrassing that Shirley Ballas doesn’t know what [the answer is].”
As a second thought, “Penguin would be the tap dance question based solely on how the main character in Happy Feet does it.”
However, one person clarified the name of the response, saying that “it’s called a Buffalo because the steps make the sound of the railroad to Buffalo” and that “it’s a Buffalo.”
This comes as Shirley criticized a notorious former professional dancer, who she believes had ambitions for a high-coveted judging position.
Following a rigorous selection process, Shirley, 65, was chosen to succeed Len Goodman, who is retiring.
Before he took Len, New Zealand dancer Brendan Cole “expressed some scepticism” about her abilities in her autobiography, Best Foot Forward.
When [It Takes Two] host Zoe Ball asked him if all the pros were going to be “desperate to impress me,” he pompously replied that since they had all spent a lot of time together, they should be trying to impress me.
He stooped the way to disaster from there, and that was the setting. She speculates that Brendan’s harsh remarks were the result of resentment over not being chosen, and that she also believes Brendan auditioned for Len’s position.
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According to Shirley, Anton Du Beke, a fellow professional, had advised Brendan to “go with the flow and accept the BBC’s decision.”
Shona McGarty, who is best known for playing Whitney Dean on the BBC soap opera EastEnders, reportedly broke up with her fiance after two years of dating.
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Shona McGarty has reportedly split from her fiancé after a year-long engagement(Image: David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock)
Shona McGarty has reportedly split from her fiancé after a year-long engagement. The actress, 34, who is best known for playing Whitney Dean on the BBC soap EastEnders, got engaged to musician David Bracken in the summer of 2024 but is said to have now called the whole thing off.
A source said: “They are on amicable terms, but have ended their romantic relationship. There are no hard feelings, they realised they wanted different things and are better off as friends. Shona is now focusing on her music and career.” The Mirror has contacted representatives for comment.
According to The Sun, the soap star was spotted out and about without her engagement ring on in recent days. The pair met on TikTok just over two years ago and David, who is best known as a member of Blessed, popped the question during a romantic picnic in that took place in Kensington, West London. Although, at the time, things almost went awry when the police turned up.
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David said at the time, “I went over to the police, who said, Sorry, we are just closing up the park.” Would you mind giving me five minutes while I prepare to propose to my partner? He said, “Of course, and best of luck!” as he looked at his watch. So I instructed Shona to stand at the park’s waterfall. I then went on one knee and danced to our favorite song.
Shona then pointed out that she had no idea how David’s proposal had been almost canceled at the last minute. She claimed that David had visited them and that she had no idea what he had been saying when she was just consuming cheese and crackers.
In an exclusive joint interview with OK! announcing their engagement, Shona and David said that the location of the proposal made it even more special.
A tranquil area of Kyoto Garden, which is significant to Shona, was chosen by David. She continued, “I adore Japanese culture and its spirituality. He brought a very tasty picnic. I was in my element, but I didn’t think he would make a proposal at all. “It was lovely.
Shona admitted that David had no idea about her soap’s fame despite spending more than 16 years playing Albert Square legend Whitney Dean on EastEnders.
She claimed that TikTok and their music passion brought them together last year. After searching for a video of Shona performing a song cover on his phone one night, David was able to message her without realizing that she was on primetime TV screens most nights.
According to David, “I saw she had a blue tick on TikTok, but I just assumed that she must be a really good singer or something,” Shona responded by asking if she was interested in performing a duet with him. Because David didn’t know what I did for a job, Sharon said it was funny. What do you do, he asks, as I recall. You sing or play music? I responded, “Well, really, I’m not allowed at the moment.” What do you mean, he asked? He had never watched EastEnders, and he didn’t even know I was there!
He doesn’t care what I do for a job, and finding someone who truly likes you for it can be challenging in this field. The pair then engaged in 90 minutes of phone conversation before continuing to speak. The 35-year-old soon left for the UK to be with her two months later. However, David was thrust into the unknown because he had already met Shona’s mother, father, sister, nephew, and the dogs in three days.
Since leaving EastEnders, Shona has launched a new career in theatre, having followed in the footsteps of Lily Allen and Cheryl by starring in 2:22 A Ghost Story. News of her split comes after I’m A Celebrity bosses were said to be keen on recruiting the soap legend for the jungle. A source told The Sun: “Shona is Walford royalty and hugely popular with TV viewers, she’s got bags of charisma and producers think she’ll be a great campmate.
I’m A Celeb will give her a unique perspective on her personality because fans haven’t seen much of her since Enders. For the new series, show bosses are already collaborating with some fantastic names.
This autumn, the best fashion purchases from brands like Boden, Next, and George have come to mind.
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Colourblock looks are taking over this autumn and we’ve rounded up the best style buys(Image: Mirror)
It’s not about what you wear, it’s about how you wear it, so look effortlessly put-together this season. The main design tenet of the fall is not a silhouette or statement piece, but rather color combinations and color combinations that instantly make an outfit feel more thoughtful and elevated.
Think vibrant head-to-toe blocks of vibrant pink, butter yellow and charcoal gray, or chocolate brown and pale blue. Mixing and matching various shades or the same shade can give any outfit a fashionable depth.
Additionally, you might use items you already have to colorblock artwork. We’ve rounded up our favorite high street fashion purchases, from George at Asda to Hush and Next, if you’re looking for a few more pieces to complete your collection.
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Go bold this winter with this royal blue jumper from Albaray, and let the bright colour speak for itself by pairing with muted wardrobe essentials.
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If you prefer to dress in a maximalist style, combine vibrant colors with fun prints. This hot pink roll-neck jumper and the tartan skirt’s moody, opulent vibe are both adored.
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Wearing a color-drenched look with a suit or a two-piece set is the simplest option. For a head-to-toe olive green appearance, pair it with tonal accessories.
This shop offers the Studio Edit Olive Green Blazer and Trousers Outfit for $ 39 and $ 29 respectively.
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Keep it cosy this winter in a funnel neck coat that protects your neck from the chill. And inject a fun pop of colour into your wardrobe with a stylish (and practical!) scarf.
One of the wedding details that Trevor Engelson and Meghan Markleonce shared made guests chuckle when they inquired, “Is she kidding? “
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Meghan reportedly left guests amused with her request(Image: Samir Hussein/WireImage)
Before Meghan Markle became globally recognised as the American actress who married Prince Harry, she walked down the aisle once before.
After a second chance meeting in a bar when she was just 23 years old, the Duchess of Sussex and American film producer Trevor Engelson wed in August 2011.
Although their relationship ended in divorce just two years later, it is thought that their relationship remained positive for the most part.
Although little is known about their relationship’s ins and outs, Meghan’s role in the US television series Suits has previously revealed some intriguing details about their wedding.
Despite her fame being relatively modest at the time, Meghan made a rather strict request of her wedding guests, much to their amusement, the Express reports.
Tina Brown quotes a guest who attended the 2011 nuptials in her book, “The Palace Papers.” The guest admitted to Brown that Meghan had sent out a note requesting “no social media, please” as the only jarring note.
She had been wearing Suits for a few months, and we were all laughing out loud when we realized who she was. She said, “I’m a really big actress.”
In 2013, Meghan and Trevor split, citing “irreconcilable differences,” and their divorce was declared the following year.
This was a full four years before Meghan Markle graced the aisle once more to wed Prince Harry in Windsor, following their whirlwind love affair. Meghan bid farewell to her role on Suits to marry the youngest son of King Charles.
When Harry proposed at their Kensington Palace residence, the pair had only been dating for a short while, and the wedding was less than a year later.
Although Meghan was warmly received into the Royal family, her tenure as a working Royal was short-lived. Both she and Harry stepped back from Royal duties and relocated to Montecito in California.
On 8 January 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex shocked the world by announcing their decision to step down as senior working royals.
A royal gathering convened in Sandringham to discuss the issue in what has since been referred to as the “Sandringham Summit,” which was led by the late Queen Elizabeth II, just a few days later, on January 13.
The meeting saw the late monarch, King Charles, Prince William and Harry in attendance, however Meghan was notably absent.
According to reports at the time, the Sussexes didn’t believe it was “necessary for the duchess to join.”
The Queen stated in a statement following the “summit” that “today my family and I had very positive discussions about the future of my grandson and his family.”
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Harry and Meghan’s desire to start a new life as a young family is fully supported by my family and I.
Her estranged family is said to be “more worried than ever” as a result of bombshell allegations made by Britney Spears’ ex-husband and worrying behavior posted on social media.
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Britney Spears’ family ‘more worried than ever’ amid worrying behaviour(Image: britneyspears/instagram)
It’s been almost four years since troubled star Britney Spears was freed from the controversial conservatorship imposed after her infamous 2007 breakdown. But despite regaining her long-fought freedom, the 43-year-old has remained under intense scrutiny. Fans have continued to voice concern over her erratic behaviour – from posting nude photos on social media to dancing with knives.
And just last week, a video of Britney driving erratically went viral. Amid fresh fears for Britney Spears’ wellbeing – and explosive claims from her ex-husband Kevin Federline – a source says her family are “the most worried they’ve ever been”. She tied the knot with Kevin in 2004.
The clip emerged amid a string of shocking claims made by her ex-husband Kevin Federline in his bombshell book, You Thought You Knew. Kevin, whom the star married in 2004 and shares sons Sean Preston, 20, and Jayden James, 19, with, has accused Britney of troubling behaviour during their marriage. Last month, headlines centred on Kevin’s claim that Britney was drunk in 2007 while caring for their then young sons.
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He wrote, “It was her, Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan … all drunk as hell, begging me to come over. I could hear Preston and Jayden crying in the background. It had to be three or four in the morning. That call was the final straw.”
Following Kevin’s claim that Britney was silently holding a knife in a doorway when their sons awoke, they were later told by Kevin. He also claimed that Sean Preston’s mother had allegedly forced him to take a bath with her when he was a child and punched him in the face. When Britney was still breastfeeding, Kevin, 47, claimed that she was “doing cocaine” and that she had wished Sean Preston and his brother were dead during a phone call in 2023.
Britney has denied all of the allegations, accusing Kevin of “gaslighting” and calling the claims “extremely hurtful and exhausting”. A source told The Mirror that Britney is feeling ”hurt and betrayed” by her ex’s claims, especially as he has involved their sons. “The depth of the betrayal has hit her hard. She is broken by the way Kevin has presented things in the book in respect to their sons and blames him for turning them against her,” added the source. Following their divorce in 2007, Kevin was eventually granted full custody of their children.
But in 2008, during a court-monitored visit, Britney locked herself in the bathroom with Jayden James in a bid to prevent them returning to their dad. In an interview with Piers Morgan last month, Kevin claimed their sons are now “terrified” for and “worried” about their mum.
When asked about Britney’s alarming social media posts in 2022, Jayden James said, “It’s almost like she has to post something on Instagram to get some attention… there’s a high chance that this will never stop.” Britney is now estranged from many of her family members and in her memoir, The Woman In Me, said she “never wants to see” them again.
However, according to our source, her loved ones will remain by her side forever. Everyone is “absolutely concerned about Britney,” according to the most recent tweets.
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They worry that she might never recover from her own fear that Kevin’s book may push her too far. The family is currently gathered around to let Britney know they will always be there for her, according to the source. Kevin’s representatives were contacted for comment by The Mirror.
A book of poems for people under 4 feet 2″ by Spike Milligan, his father’s creation, would have made his father smile.
His son has been inspired by SPIKE Milligan’s lifelong commitment to creating his own crazy characters.
A book of poems for people under 4 feet 2″ by James Milligan would make his old man smile. The quirky cast of ‘ Hubert Humperbump’, ‘ Matilda the Python ‘ and ‘ Clever Emma ‘ would not be out of place in the irreverent work of the legendary comedian.
When Robert, his only child, was a toddler, was the subject of James’ creation, 49. Over the years, the collection has expanded, and it recently received publication.
Like his dad, the guiding principle has been to bring laughter and fun to his readers ‘ lives, with some ‘ hidden ‘ jokes for grown ups, too.
When someone smiled at me today, I started smiling too, his father’s famous work “Smiling Is Infectious,” which opens with the words “Smiling is infectious, you catch it like the flu, is where I come from.”
Spike’s mother Margaret Maughan, an artist still employed at the age of 82, and James were the children of their union. Their romance first emerged in 1967 when Spike was in his 50s, more than 20 years older than Margaret, and James was born in 1976.
He did not meet his dad until Spike was in his 70s, and James was just 15 years old. James’ education was provided by the Goons Show legend. They both enjoyed Prince Charles’ support and shared a passion for sports, laughter, and the absurdities of life.
James, a marketing expert of Hexham, Northumberland, said:” I got the inspiration from his smiling poem and his standing still race and the first Irish rocket to the moon.
“I always find that it’s fantastic that he’s still making a lot of people laugh, that’s really nice. And that is what I set out to do with the poems, to make people smile”.
Photos of James’ father are displayed on a wall in his home office when he and his parents meet. One of him is depicted as Hitler in a Nazi uniform (James jokes that this is prohibited today).
But he also has a poignant photo from the man he called ‘ Spike’, it says simply ‘ Love Dad’. Because they had so little time to get to know each other, he says their relationship is more like a friendship than a typical father-son bond.
He said: “He always said that he would be more famous after he died. He was causing laughter on his gravestone as well.
How many gravestones make you laugh when I said, “I told you I was ill,” became well-known? I think it was laughing in the face of death. When he requested that on his headstone, perhaps that is what he was thinking.
He discusses it in his war memoir, “They laughed in the face of death during World War II.” “There is a mischievous twinkle in the eye of James as he recalls his first meeting with his dad in the most unconventional of circumstances.
In 1991, the Sunday People discovered details of his mum’s affair with Spike and of his until then secret lovechild. It took several months to go to print but after the story broke, James met Spike at a hotel near the star’s home in Rye, Sussex.
He soon learned the secret of his genius, his unwavering integrity, and his inability to “suffer fools gladly.”
He said, “Hi, nice to meet you, shall we go inside,” because it was very formal. ‘, “James said of that first, memorable encounter.
My parents spoke up, but we talked about rugby and school, but inside I was tongue-tied.
“It was all a very anxious affair.”
Father and son’s initial meeting lasted for no more than 45 minutes. However, they had dinner the following day, which was even more intriguing. James told how a stranger walked into the restaurant, and he was staring directly at Spike.
He continued, “He would have dropped it if he had been carrying it.” He said, “Spike, I’m you, and his mouth was open like a goldfish.” I love you. Are you gay?, my dad asked in front of the entire restaurant. ” ” .
” And that was my introduction to him, his fame and how he handled it. To be honest, it was completely surreal. His fans, like so many of them, did not inspire me to have that god-like admiration for him. A friendship would be a good way to describe it.
“We never really had the opportunity to form a traditional father-son bond. People around him worried that I was pursuing him for money, but I didn’t realize it at the time. I just wanted to meet my dad”.
The comedian later asked him to refer to him as “father,” rather than Spike.
Now, James says, “It’s ironic because we didn’t have a good relationship because so many people think we were so similar when we were younger, how tall he was, how he sprinted, and how much he loved rugby, and how I played for Northumberland when I was younger.
” So there are a lot of similarities there, and I really look like him when he was in the army. You can’t get too het up about what people say, he continued, “I will let other people be the judge of that and the book, and his wry eye for life, seen in his poetry.
“I believe Spike was the same,” he said. I used to call him Spike and he asked me to call him dad one day. Therefore, it was dad present.
Spike Milligan was raised in the arts from a young age because he was born in India to entertainers.
Though he was an old man by the time they met, James said he was no longer haunted by the demons of depression, partly caused by his war experiences. He would confide in him about his relationship with Prince Charles and would tell tales of his time serving in the army.
After Spike Milligan passed away in 2002 at the age of 83, Charles wrote to James regularly and kept in touch.
He left four children from his first two marriages, as well as James, he had a second love child, Romany, by another lover.
James admits the early days of having a famous father revealed to the world were not easy.
He now claims that returning to Hexham after the Sunday People story was a nightmare. “I was a normal lad and suddenly I was posh and famous, and the local lads would give the posh lad a smack, it changed things.
I moved to London and began studying in a small town because it all became a little too much.
They both adored rugby and discovered they shared “a lot in common,” James said. “He talked to me a lot about his love of rugby. In WWII, he sailed from Liverpool, to North Africa, to Italy, and then Europe, but then he suffered shellshock, so he entertained the troops and came back to London.
Yes, his life was indeed quite long. I was prepared for someone who had endured many depressive years and depression because he was very funny, very thoughtful, and always had very deep thoughts.
“But by the time I met him in his old age, he had come to terms, when I knew him, he was cracking jokes all the time. But he never lost any fans in his openness.
He acknowledges that he would have preferred that his father have read his poems for one last laugh.
His book promises to bring ‘ a smile to your face and warmth to your soul’.
