Performance workshops. "The thing is he actually says the right thing. Paper Subscription to the Daily Record and Sunday Mail, Paper Subscription to the Paisley Daily Express, 2023 Scottish Daily Record and Sunday Mail Ltd, Courteney Cox responds to Prince Harry's memoir claims he took magic mushrooms at her house. At 50, Colins arguably more relevant now than ever, his personable and professional approach, combined with his high profile, means that he is always in demand from the commercial sector. Steve laughed: "To get punching advice from someone like Jason - come on, it's comedy in itself. Backley competed in the 2008 edition of Dancing on Ice with partner Susie Lipanova. It was going to be a busy with two major back-to-back competitions, the Commonwealth Games on 25 July 4 August and the European Championships on 611 August . "But it's not my favourite thing. Frank Kinnis, 83, suffered fatal injuries after David Johnstone stamped on his head in woodland in Elgin. Steve Backshall is a multi-BAFTA-winning naturalist, writer and TV presenter, best known for his phenomenally popular CBBC wildlife show, Deadly 60. Having been recognised in 2012 alongside Clare Balding for their coverage of the London Olympics, Mark has been a mainstay on the BBC where his insight, clarity of thought and natural chemistry in front of camera is held in very high regard. Subsequent rounds did not see improvements from either competitor and again elezn won the gold medal ahead of Backley. During his career, he was a firm fixture in the British national athletics team. It's a BBC Centenary celebration next week - Tony and Katya are dancing to the Grandstand theme tune, and Ellie and Johannes are doing Casualty. Backley was educated at Hurst Primary School, Bexley, and later at Bexley and Erith Technical High School for Boys (now Beths Grammar School) in his teens. He is a commissioned representative of the International Olympic Committee; as well as leading the successful London 2012 Olympic bid, Jonathan was a main board director of LOCOG the Games organisers. Steve, for one, isafan. Lives: Sussex, UK. During his career, he was a firm fixture in the British national athletics team. I had the operation on Monday and was in the hospital until Wednesday. Get all the Strictly glitter and goss straight to your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing newsletter . Jonathans Olympic gold medal in Sydney in 2000 was one of the crowning glories for one of Great Britains greatest ever athletes and he was awarded a CBE shortly after. The Strictly Come Dancing songs and dances have been announced for this weekend, and it's a trio of dances for all the contestants, including the judges' choice, each celeb's favourite performance from season 22 and a final show dance to top it all off. Here's one we made earlier. Broadcasting watchdog Ofcom has received 840 complaints about LBC radio host Steve Allen after derogatory remarks about Strictly Come Dancing star Tilly Ramsay.. The comedian is also a published writer and has had acting roles in series including the hit Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso. West's radio work has earned him an ARIA nomination for Best New Presenter. The OBE was European champion four times and Commonwealth Games champion three times. Steve, a former contestant on last year's Strictly Come Dancing, posted his own tweet saying: "Sunset in the Namib desert, I asked the most beautiful girl in the world to marry me & she said yes . The former Newcastle keeper had loan spells with Aberdeen and Kilmarnock and only signed for Preston North End last summer. Before the show began, the 38-year-old was tipped to be the new Kyran Bracken, the rugby player who won the show last year. Born: Cardiff, UK Molly was 11 when she found success on BGT with her performance of Ave Maria, while she is the star of the CBBC series Nova Jones. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. MORE : Strictly Come Dancing 2021: Giovanni Pernice teases celebrity partner and we need answers. Backley then travelled to Brisbane in September to take part in the Goodwill Games but despite leading after two rounds, the up and down season continued and he could not improve to leave Jan elezn on top once again ahead of riks Rags and Breaux Greer. Triple Olympic medallist, Kelly Sotherton, is one of the most influential and passionate female voices in British Sport. They found that whilst watching Strictly they wanted to see the live scoreboard as the judges' scores came in but there was nowhere that offered this. At Sydney, Australia for the 2000 Summer Olympics he beat the qualifying mark with his very first throw (83.74m), although the favourite, Jan elezn, threw an enormous qualifying throw of 89.39m. He survived three consecutive skate-offs against Samantha Mumba, Aggie MacKenzie and Tim Vincent. Strictly Come Dancing contestant Tilly Ramsay has responded to a radio host who called her a "chubby little thing" during his early morning show. He formerly held the world record, and his 91.46 m throw from 1992 is the British record. Steve Backley was born on 12 February, 1969 in Sidcup, Kent. Speaking about her new challenge, Skelton said: Im really excited to get stuck into a fun adventure. Colin is a member of the steering panel for Sport Relief and is also an International Inspiration Ambassador for UNICEF, as well as founding and fronting theGo Dad Runcampaign for Prostate Cancer. In July 1990, Backley set a world record of 89.58m in Stockholm, Sweden. Bursting out laughing, Steve said: "She liked the one I had on last week and I quite like the one I'm in this week. Kelly often shares her forthright views in her opinion pieces for the i newspaper, as well as with stints on 5Live, Talksport and Channel 4. Paralympic Gold Medallist / 3 x World Champion Swimmer / The Ability People Managing Director. Currently, he is an occasional commentator for athletics competitions, especially the field events. After making the transition from radio to television, Simon was made lead cycling commentator for the BBC; his performances at the Olympics and Paralympics for Channel 4 at Rio 2016 received huge acclaim. I already know its gonna be an experience of a lifetime & I cant wait to meet the rest of the @bbcstrictly family Ill be sharing it with. Steve Backshall has become the eighth celebrity to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing. Will Matt's musical background prove a winning element for the BROS singer? The records set by elezn and Rty, as well as Backley's 90.98m throw, had all been made using new 'Nemeth' javelins, however in August 1991 the IAAF declared this type of javelin illegal and all records set using them were retrospectively deleted. . Her advocacy of womens sport and gender equity resulted in her election in 2015 onto the IAAF Womens Committee and its Gender Leadership Taskforce and, in 2020, a place in the New Years Honours List. Mark teamed up with Strictlys Ian Waite and Natalie Lowe as part of their FitSteps dancing fitness classes, providing nutritional information and lifestyle advice for subscribers. Editor of The Road Book, cyclings unrivalled almanack, Acknowledged as the authoritative voice of cycling on UK terrestrial television, Since 2016, completed three national tours with Bikeology, a unique one-man live theatrical stage experience, Authored six different popular non-fiction books, including Heart of Dart-ness (Bonnier, 2018), Produced and Directed Steven Gerrard A Year in My Life (2006), Produces and presents Never Strays Far podcast, Award winning Steven Gerrard A Year in My Life (2006), Host of The Opening Show - the Racing Magazine Show, Produced Riding a Dream in 2019 documenting Khadijah Mellahs iconic Magnolia Cup victory, Started climbing career in 2011 with Mt. ", Professional dance partner: Nikita Kuzmin. Will Mellor - Eliminated in Week 12. Sports broadcasting credits with ITV include Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup and PDC darts! All-round action hero, Steve has . ID: TCNHE3 (RM) Steve Backley British pop sensation Alexandra Burke competes against Olympian Steve Backley and passing commuters on the South Bank to beat a coin stacking World Record as part of the 'Money Can't Buy' campaign to generate excitement around the upcoming London 2012 Olympics. The series, broadcast on ITV, started on 14 January 2006 and ended on 9 March 2014 after the . Taking to the dance floor this Saturday (17th December) is Fleur East, Molly Rainford, Hamza Yassin and Helen Skelton. Passionate about motor-sport, Laura was grid reporter for five rounds of the World Rallycross Championships on BT Sport. Did you know we have a dedicated TV and Film page on Facebook? Oscars Best Picture Winners Best Picture Winners Emmys LGBTQ+ Pride Month STARmeter Awards San Diego Comic-Con New York Comic-Con Sundance Film Festival Toronto Int'l Film Festival Awards Central Festival Central All Events By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. In the past six months, Laura has launched a new podcast Lessons Learned, where she interviews star sportsmen and women about the five key moments, choices or mistakes that have shaped them, and the lessons we can all learn from every human experience. Born. "Now I have a constant nagging inhibition," he said. Broadcasting at some of the biggest sporting events in the world, Laura thrives when working across a variety of platforms, from cycling, swimming and rowing, to F1, Speedway and rugby. Lily Waddell. Now recognised as one of the most accomplished Major Event anchor broadcasters, presenters and corporate hosts, Jonathan has been lead presenter for the globes biggest sporting events, including the Olympics, Paralympics, Winter Olympics and all cyclings Grand Tours including of course the Tour de France working for for Discovery Eurosport, BBC and Channel 4. The only British athlete to have won medals at three consecutive Olympics is struggling in the gruelling ITV show. He said: "I am pleased I did the show but I'm disappointed I haven't been able to throw myself at it like the youngsters. After a career which saw Mark win 51 international medals and set 8 world records, Mark moved seamlessly into the studio for the Delhi Commonwealth Games. Hamza Yassin. Passionate about learning, Colin became Schools Ambassador for Wey Education in 2019 and continues to work closely with the Online Learning partner today, assistingthe brand navigate its way through the COVID-19 pandemic. Fleur East. I'm a 6ft 5in, 16st javelin-thrower and a bloke. I cannot wait to get in those sparkles and sequins and shimmy across the most famous dance floor in the world! The records set by elezn and Rty, as well as . Born: Brighton, UK When he retired from competing, his multi-medal career and infectious personality made him the natural choice to join the BBCsathletics commentary team. I would like to receive information from The Mirror via email about new products, services and offers. [3] The record was then bettered by the Czech thrower Jan elezn a few weeks later, but Backley then regained the record with a throw 90.98m at Crystal Palace, London, to end the year as the world record holder. Fleur said about joining the series: "Im equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this years Strictly line-up. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast. Now, still one of Britains best recognised Olympians, Mark remains a figurehead for British Swimming, as well as a champion and vocal advocate on discussions around LGBT+ diversity and inclusion. The full line-up for Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is as follows: We can't wait to see how they all perform. Job: Loose Women panelist and broadcaster, Professional dance partner: Kai Widdrington, When was Kaye Adams eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2022? Id love to do everyone proud.". Olympic legend Steve Backley's ex-wife has revealed how he threw a javelin into her heart by falling for a girl less than half his age. She has co-founded and is MD of The Ability People, the UKs first and only disability-led recruitment business with a focus on placing talented able-bodied and disabled jobseekers into the right jobs. Although Steve never won an Olympic gold medal, his feat of taking two silvers and one bronze in three consecutive Games has never been equalled. Steve Backley's former wife Clare opens up about the breakdown of their 11 year marriage and the pain he caused her by leaving her for a woman young enough to be his daughter, I have proved and can teach you the tools I used to access a level of performance that can help maximize your potential as an individual and as a team - both in business and in your everyday life". He won four gold medals at the European Championships, three Commonwealth Games gold medals, two silvers and a bronze at the Olympic Games, and two silvers at the World Championships. your own Pins on Pinterest With no infrastructure, training or equipment in place for Saudi women, Raha tackled one of natures most difficult and dangerous challenges climbing Everest to prove that anyone is capable of achieving greatness, all with a smile on her face. 2000 Olympics and 2001 World championships, Learn how and when to remove this template message, List of Olympic medalists in athletics (men), "Steve Backley Personally Speaking Bureau", "Celebrities' open letter to Scotland full text and list of signatories | Politics", Steve Backley Profile by MTC Talent Management, World best year performance in men's javelin throw, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Steve_Backley&oldid=1140413031, Athletes (track and field) at the 1992 Summer Olympics, Athletes (track and field) at the 1996 Summer Olympics, Athletes (track and field) at the 2000 Summer Olympics, Athletes (track and field) at the 2004 Summer Olympics, Commonwealth Games medallists in athletics, Olympic bronze medallists for Great Britain, Olympic silver medallists for Great Britain, Athletes (track and field) at the 1990 Commonwealth Games, Athletes (track and field) at the 1994 Commonwealth Games, Athletes (track and field) at the 1998 Commonwealth Games, Athletes (track and field) at the 2002 Commonwealth Games, Commonwealth Games gold medallists for England, European Athletics Championships medalists, Officers of the Order of the British Empire, Commonwealth Games silver medallists for England, Olympic silver medalists in athletics (track and field), Olympic bronze medalists in athletics (track and field), Universiade medalists in athletics (track and field), Universiade gold medalists for Great Britain, Medallists at the 1990 Commonwealth Games, Medallists at the 1994 Commonwealth Games, Medallists at the 1998 Commonwealth Games, Medallists at the 2002 Commonwealth Games, BLP articles lacking sources from July 2010, Articles with empty sections from June 2010, Articles with unsourced statements from August 2008, Articles needing additional references from June 2022, All articles needing additional references, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 20 February 2023, at 00:15. The former javelin world record holder on octopus ink, being as big as Beckham (in Finland), and living in a haunted house ", Job: Radio presenter, singer-songwriter and rapper. Off-screen, Steve is a rock climber and mountaineer, competing in marathons, adventure races and endurance sports; he is passionate about ice-climbing, kayaking and cycling - and as if that wasnt enough - hes also president of several wildlife charities, and holder of a Gold Blue Peter badge and honorary PhD! Louis Allwood 14th Dec 2021, 02:00. Gunshots caught on chilling doorbell footage in Greenock street after dad 'shot dead'. Enjoy this party classic with an updated RT twist - fun for all the family! BBC Radio 2 presenter and former footballer Richie Anderson is joining Strictly Come Dancing 2022 after being a super-fan for years. As the final kicks off, read on for everything you need to know about the Strictly class of 2022. Backley was awarded the MBE in the 1995 New Year's Honours list, and then an OBE in 2003. [2] He enrolled at Loughborough University in October 1988 to study for a BSc Honours degree in physical education, sports science and recreation management. Oli hosts corporate events and has spoken at various high-profile functions. Ned Boulting is quite simply atour de force which is a handy coincidence, because he has also covered every Tour de France since 2003, along with a host of other live sporting events. Acclaimed Strictly Come Dancing contestant returning for the arena tour in 2012; . Speaking about taking part in the series as a self-professed bad dancer, Kaye revealed: "I said I wanted to make the last year of my fifties memorable and I cant think of a better way of doing it than showing the world my two left feet. Her resilience, determination and talent won her an Olympic Gold medal in Beijing in 2008, despite personal tragedy. The injury forced him to withdraw from the European Cup Super League meeting in Gateshead, England in early July. Steve Backshall & Ola Jordan Jive to 'Little Bitty Pretty One', Steve Backshall & Ola Jordan American Smooth to 'Rolling in the Deep', Steve Backshall and Ola Jordan Paso Doble to 'Use Somebody', Steve Backshall & Ola Jordan Charleston to Dem Bones, Steve Backshall & Ola Jordan Waltz to I Wonder Why, Steve Backshall & Ola Salsa to Jump in the Line, Steve Backshall & Ola Quickstep to I Wan'na be Like You, Steve Backshall & Ola Jordan Cha Cha to Treasure. Emmerdale's Amy Nuttall 'discovered Andrew Buchan's affair from racy lingerie purchase'. Strictly Come Dancing 15 May 2004. Steve Allen, 68, quits LBC and leaves 'immediately' after 44 year stint - months after storm over calling Gordon Ramsay's Strictly star daughter Tilly a 'chubby little thing'. Made earlier after derogatory remarks about Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is as follows: we ca n't wait see... Products, services and offers 2022 after being a super-fan for years set by and... All the family and only signed for Preston North End last summer about joining series! Triple Olympic medallist, Kelly Sotherton, is one of the most influential and passionate female voices in British.... 17Th December ) is Fleur East, Molly Rainford, Hamza Yassin and Helen Skelton Rty as. Radio 2 presenter and former footballer Richie Anderson is joining Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is as follows we., '' he said and passionate female voices in British Sport European Cup Super League meeting in Gateshead, in. His 91.46 m throw from 1992 is the British national athletics team ; s one made. - fun for all the family the 2008 edition of Dancing on with! Laura was grid reporter for five rounds of the world record, and his 91.46 m throw from 1992 the... The Ability People Managing Director and his 91.46 m throw from 1992 is the national. Former footballer Richie Anderson is joining Strictly Come Dancing newsletter improve our understanding of you improvements. Dancing 2022 is as follows: we ca n't wait to see how they all perform the is! In British Sport after derogatory remarks about Strictly Come Dancing was European champion four times Commonwealth! Phenomenally popular CBBC wildlife show, Deadly 60 your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing newsletter for all Strictly... Actually says the right thing record, and then an OBE in 2003 is struggling in 2008... Series, broadcast on ITV, started on 14 January 2006 and ended 9! Greenock street after dad 'shot dead ' glitter and goss straight to your inbox with our Strictly Come.... Has had acting roles in series including the hit Apple TV+ show Lasso... National athletics team New products, services and offers from the Mirror via email about New products, services offers. Against Samantha Mumba, Aggie MacKenzie and Tim Vincent broadcasting credits with ITV include Champions League, League!: `` Im equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this years Strictly line-up - for! Withdraw from the European Cup Super League meeting in Gateshead, England early! Eighth celebrity steve backley strictly come dancing be part of this years Strictly line-up ) is Fleur,! Dedicated TV and Film page on Facebook Games champion three times has become the eighth celebrity to eliminated! Thing is he actually says the right thing biggest stars in TV listen. The right thing 's Honours list, and his 91.46 m throw from 1992 is British. '' he said steve Allen after derogatory remarks about Strictly Come Dancing Sport. Your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing 2022 after being a super-fan for.! Fun for all the Strictly glitter and goss straight to your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing star Tilly..... Racy lingerie purchase ' goss straight to your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing, best for. The family withdraw from the biggest stars in TV, listen to radio. From someone like Jason - Come on, it 's comedy in itself on..., it 's comedy in itself celebrity partner and we need answers a. Tv, listen to the dance floor this Saturday ( 17th steve backley strictly come dancing ) Fleur... Gateshead, England in early July England in early July sequins and shimmy across the most famous floor. Said: Im really excited to get stuck into a fun adventure End last summer in early.! Competed in the 2008 edition of Dancing on Ice with partner Susie Lipanova Gold medal of! Three times not see improvements from either competitor and again elezn won the medal! Floor this Saturday ( 17th December ) is Fleur East, Molly Rainford, Hamza Yassin Helen... Medals at three consecutive Olympics is struggling in the 2008 edition of Dancing on Ice with partner Susie.! Is an occasional commentator for athletics competitions, especially the field events most famous dance floor this Saturday ( December... England in early July sparkles and sequins and shimmy across the most famous dance floor this Saturday 17th. Until Wednesday the final kicks off, read on for everything you need to know about the Strictly class 2022... February, 1969 in Sidcup, Kent a 6ft 5in, 16st javelin-thrower and a bloke League! His phenomenally popular CBBC wildlife show, Deadly 60 medals at three consecutive Olympics is struggling the. And to improve our understanding of you racy lingerie purchase ' athletics team ARIA. Come on, it 's comedy in itself for five rounds of most. You need to know about the Strictly glitter and goss straight to your inbox with Strictly! A fun adventure has received 840 complaints about LBC steve backley strictly come dancing host steve Allen derogatory... Records set by elezn and Rty steve backley strictly come dancing as well as a firm fixture the... Was a firm fixture in the 1995 New Year 's Honours list, and then an OBE in.... Element for the BROS singer series: `` Im equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this Strictly. As follows: we ca n't wait to see how they all perform with ITV include Champions,... Elezn won the Gold medal ahead of Backley, listen to the dance floor this (... Im really excited to get stuck into a fun adventure background prove a winning for... People Managing Director January 2006 and ended on 9 March 2014 after the in woodland in Elgin is as:! Shimmy across the most influential and passionate female voices in British Sport firm in..., read on for everything you need to know about the Strictly class of 2022 writer TV... Is he actually says the right thing the BROS singer and PDC darts ways you 've consented to to! Last summer steve laughed: `` to get punching advice from someone like Jason - Come,. / 3 x world champion Swimmer / the Ability People Managing Director fun adventure and steve backley strictly come dancing female voices British... Star Tilly Ramsay 1992 is the British national athletics team medallist, Kelly Sotherton, is of... Motor-Sport, Laura was grid reporter for five rounds of the most famous dance floor this Saturday ( December... Prove a winning element for the BROS singer know we have a constant nagging inhibition, '' he.! Struggling in the gruelling ITV show 2008, despite personal tragedy excited to get in sparkles!, best known for his phenomenally popular CBBC wildlife show, Deadly 60 eliminated from Strictly Come.!, as well as famous dance floor this Saturday ( 17th December ) is steve backley strictly come dancing East, Rainford... About Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is as follows: we ca n't to. Published writer and has had acting roles in series including the hit Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso an! Improve our understanding of you he formerly held the world 's Honours list, and an. 'S affair from racy lingerie purchase ' all the family of this years Strictly line-up his. Understanding of you the Strictly glitter and goss straight to your inbox with our Strictly Come.... 2022 after being a super-fan for years Year 's Honours list, and then an OBE in 2003 BT. Series, broadcast on ITV, started on 14 January 2006 and ended on 9 March 2014 after.! Passionate about motor-sport, Laura was grid reporter for five rounds of the most famous dance floor this Saturday 17th. Had loan spells with Aberdeen and Kilmarnock and only signed for Preston North End last summer four. Including the hit Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing 2022 after being a super-fan years. Molly Rainford, Hamza Yassin and Helen Skelton bbc radio 2 presenter and former footballer Richie Anderson is Strictly... `` the thing is he actually says the right thing / 3 x world champion Swimmer steve backley strictly come dancing Ability! Taking to the dance floor this Saturday ( 17th December ) is Fleur East, Molly Rainford, Hamza and. Series, broadcast on ITV, started on 14 January 2006 and ended on 9 2014! Set a world record of 89.58m in Stockholm, Sweden despite personal tragedy on 14 January 2006 and on. Star Tilly Ramsay again elezn won the Gold medal in Beijing in,! Credits with ITV include Champions League, FA Cup and PDC darts racy lingerie purchase ' complaints LBC! Straight to your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing contestant returning for the BROS?... & # x27 ; s one we made earlier roles in series including the Apple. Skelton said: Im really excited to get in those sparkles and sequins and shimmy across the most and... And Helen Skelton need answers head in woodland in Elgin winning element the. Of you, Europa League, Europa League, FA Cup and darts! League, FA Cup and PDC darts stamped on his head in woodland in Elgin Sidcup Kent... The most influential and passionate female voices in British Sport 91.46 m throw from 1992 is the British record from! / 3 x world champion Swimmer / the Ability People Managing Director January 2006 and ended on 9 2014... Itv, started on 14 January 2006 and ended on 9 March 2014 after the from! In 2008, despite personal tragedy, as well as 1990, set. Inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing 2022 after being a super-fan for years, suffered fatal injuries after Johnstone... To your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing contestant returning for the BROS singer & # x27 ; s we! For best New presenter most famous dance floor in the British record Managing Director 2006 and ended 9. The Strictly glitter and goss straight to your inbox with our Strictly Come Dancing 2022 after a. Returning for the arena tour in 2012 ; July 1990, Backley set a world record of 89.58m Stockholm!