The Latest Breaking News from Angela Rippon

Strictly Come Dancing announces oldest contestant in show’s history: who is taking part in 2023 and when could the series start?

The first names taking part in Strictly 2023 have been revealed!

Woman & Home · Aug 5, 2023

Krishnan Guru-Murthy becomes fourth celebrity to join Strictly Come Dancing 2023

He joins broadcaster Angela Rippon, actress Amanda Abbington and Bad Education star Layton Williams.

The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2023

Angela Rippon to become oldest Strictly Come Dancing contestant aged 79

Veteran journalist was the second contestant to be announced

The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2023

Les Dennis is 'expected' to join Strictly Come Dancing

Les Dennis is a favourite to join the Strictly line-up according to new reports.

WhatToWatch · Jul 31, 2023

Strictly Come Dancing in talks to sign new contestant in never-seen-before twist

Strictly Come Dancing 2023 bosses have reportedly set their sights on a contestant who would break Strictly records.

WhatToWatch · Jul 17, 2023

Brave Esther Rantzen 'surrounded by family' in cancer battle, close pal reveals

Dame Esther Rantzen was diagnosed with lung cancer at the start of the year, which had spread into her armpit. It has since deteriorated but pal Angela Rippon says she's remaining upbeat

Daily Mirror · Jul 2, 2023

Freddie Flintoff’s family say his 'life is more important than being on TV' after crash

Former cricketer Andrew Flintoff AKA Freddie, 45, was taken to hospital after being involved in a horror accident while shooting for BBC's hit motoring show Top Gear

Daily Mirror · Jul 1, 2023

King Charles 'cut to the bone' by 'fractured relationship' with Prince Harry

Prince Harry has 'gone off the rails' according to Come Dancing star Angela Rippon, who spoke about the Duke of Sussex's fractured relationship with King Charles

Daily Mirror · May 1, 2023

Angela Rippon on the powerful impact of donating to charity

Giving your time or money to a charitable cause means you are part of a much bigger movement, says Rippon. By Vicky Shaw.

The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2023

Angela Rippon says age is just a number: ‘You only have one go at life, so get as much out of it as you can’

The broadcaster made history in 1975 as the first female journalist to regularly read the national news on the BBC

Evening Standard · Mar 1, 2023