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Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Strictly star Dianne Buswell supported by fans after sharing moving tribute to her grandfather
Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell has been flooded with support after she announced the death of her grandfather on Sunday (6 July). The Australian ballroom dancer, who joined the BBC show in 2017, posted an emotional tribute to her 99-year-old 'pop' on Instagram. Buswell commented: 'Rest in peace pop. You were 99 years young. Thank you for all the stories and I just know you will be up there dancing with Nan already.' The 36-year-old won the show alongside the actor and comedian Chris McCausland in 2024, for which she was awarded with a Bafta earlier this year. The dancer's Instagram tribute shows a video of her dancing with her grandfather, after surprising him in Australia following the win. Recorded by the YouTuber Joe Sugg, Buswell's partner since 2018, the footage shows the two dancing together. Colleague Michelle Tsiakkas commented: "'I'm so sorry for your loss Di Sending you and your family all my love". Fellow Strictly star Nancy Xu posted: "D D Sending you all the love". Johannes Radebe, who has been a dancer on Strictly since 2018, wrote: 'So sorry Dianne Darling.' Spanish dancer and fellow Strictly star Gorka Marquez added: 'Sending love to you and the family.' In March, Buswell announced the death of her grandmother on social media, commenting: 'Rest in peace nan Love you very much. I'm so grateful I was home to say goodbye to such a special lady in my life. Now go be with pop he has been patiently waiting for you.' Buswell rose to fame in 2018 after she reached Strictly Come Dancing's final with the actor and model Bobby Jack Brazier, best known as Freddie Slater in EastEnders. Earlier this year, Buswell and McCausland announced that they are recording a podcast together. They shared the news on their respective Instagram grids, both posting a video of them having a laugh together and writing: 'Want more of this nonsense? Chris and Dianne are going to be hooking up for a weekly publicly available catch-up, otherwise known as a podcast.' Buswell previously revealed she had been told that she wouldn't make it far in the competition once she had been assigned McCausland. The pair had named their team 'Winning is not everything,' as McCausland admitted that he felt other couples were better. In a dedication to Buswell in his victory speech, McCausland said: 'We've lasted and lasted and Dianne has got so much out of me. She deserves this so much. Every day she's just positivity and belief and she's just one of the easiest people to be funny with than I've ever met.'
Daily Mail
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Strictly's Dianne Buswell reveals all on engagement ring blunder after leaving fans certain she and partner Joe Sugg were planning on getting married
has revealed the truth about a social media blunder which left fans certain she was engaged to Joe Sugg. The dancer, 36, and her YouTuber partner, 33, struck up a romance when they were paired together during the sixteenth series of Strictly Come Dancing in 2018. Seven years later and the couple are still together living in their own £3.5million Brighton mansion, with Dianne and Joe even talking about the possibility of children. But Joe's yet to get down on one knee, despite Dianne leaving Strictly fans certain he had done so earlier this year. During an appearance on Good Morning Britain, Susanna Reid asked the dancer about the perceived hint she dropped after travelling Down Under. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The 54-year-old questioned: 'I want to ask you because there was a lot of speculation about the fact you might have got engaged over the past couple of days!' To which Dianne responded: 'I was in Australia and it was quite hot over there and I'd just flown in and my fingers get a little bit swollen on the plane. 'I had a couple of rings on my right hand, which I also do right now, but because my fingers were swollen I had to take them off and put them onto my right hand - I didn't even know this was the (the left hand) one that where the engagement ring goes! 'I was taking pictures with my family and I put them online so everyone thought I was engaged. I'm not engaged.' Co-presenter Ed Balls then joked: 'Joseph, what you doing? What's he doing, seriously?,' as Dianne chuckled. Despite Joe yet to brandish an engagement ring, he and Dianne have been open about their plans to start a family. Just a couple of weeks ago the professional dancer teased her baby plans in a new interview as she got involved with a campaign for the children's show Bluey. The 36-year-old told The Mirror: 'I was always the babysitter for all my little cousins – I've always been a real lover of children. They fascinate me so much.' Speaking of her new series of Bluey Dance alongs she added: 'I always think that in the future, if I was to have my own kids, that they would be able to potentially watch this. 'It plays at the back of my mind and that's pretty cool.' However Dianne had previously admitted juggling children with her hectic career in the world of showbiz could be a challenge. The star, who lifted the Glitterball Trophy last year, revealed that time spent with her nieces and nephews over Christmas triggered serious baby fever. She told The Sun: 'I would like to have children, 100 per cent. 'Joe and I love kids, and that's definitely something that we would absolutely love. I haven't really thought about how many I would like. It will definitely happen.' Dianne is currently preparing to hit the road for a 30-date UK tour with fellow Strictly dancer Vito Coppola, while also promoting a new podcast with 2023 partner Chris McCausland. She said: 'My job is quite demanding and I love it so much. 'It is a tough one to balance out and think about. It would take a lot of thought, but eventually one day we'll get there, but there is lots happening at the moment. It will happen when it's supposed to.' Joe found fame with his 'ThatcherJoe' YouTube channel before launching spin-offs 'ThatcherJoeVlogs' and 'ThatcherJoeGames'. In December Joe shared a sweet, gushing message to celebrate his girlfriend Dianne and her Strictly partner Chris McCausland after they were victorious on the BBC show. The duo were crowned 2024's champions after the comedian made history as the show's first-ever blind contestant and winner. Chris pipped fellow finalists Tasha Ghouri, JB Gill and Sarah Hadland to the post in the 'best ever' final, with his cheeky wit and inspiring story helping to save the show following a year of scandals. Joe proudly shared a gallery of pictures praising the dancer for her hard work and 'determination'. He wrote: 'There are no words to describe how proud I am of you both @diannebuswell @chrismccauslandcomedy, Last night was an absolute movie. 'You made us laugh, you made us cry and you proved to the world that you are good enough and you can achieve anything the doubters say you can't and more. 'Chris I thank you for making this year so special for Dianne and I could not be happier that you're the partner she finally lifted the glitterball with. 'Dot, it's been a long winding, road full of ups and downs for 7 years but you have shown pure determination & dedication and you finally got there in the best way possible and everyone has been able to see how amazing you are and what an incredible teacher you are this year.
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Strictly's Dianne Buswell teases future baby plans with partner Joe Sugg amid their hectic schedules
Strictly 's Dianne Buswell has revealed all on her future family plans with her partner Joe Sugg amid both their hectic schedules. The professional dancer, 36, teased her baby plans in a new interview as she got involved with a campaign for the children's show Bluey for which she is creating a new dance along YouTube series. Dianne and social media star Joe, 33, were put together on the show in 2018 and love blossomed for them in real life. Now ahead of Strictly returning again this autumn and a new tour for Dianne, she has spoken about kids. She told The Mirror: 'I was always the babysitter for all my little cousins – I've always been a real lover of children. They fascinate me so much.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Dianne and social media star Joe, 33, were put together on the show in 2018 and love blossomed for them in real life Speaking of her new series of Bluey Dance alongs she added: 'I always think that in the future, if I was to have my own kids, that they would be able to potentially watch this. 'It plays at the back of my mind and that's pretty cool.' Earlier this month she revealed she's desperate to have children - but admitted the gruelling demands of her showbiz career are delaying her dreams of becoming a mum. The star, who lifted the Glitterball Trophy last year, revealed that time spent with her nieces and nephews over Christmas triggered serious baby fever. Dianne told The Sun: 'I would like to have children, 100 per cent. 'Joe and I love kids, and that's definitely something that we would absolutely love. I haven't really thought about how many I would like. It will definitely happen.' The couple, who live in a £3.5million home in Brighton, have been flooded with baby chat recently, but say their hectic schedules are the biggest hurdle. Dianne is currently preparing to hit the road for a 30-date UK tour with fellow Strictly dancer Vito Coppola, while also promoting a new podcast with 2023 partner Chris McCausland. The pro dancer admitted juggling motherhood and a performance career would be 'a challenge' but insisted it's something both she and Joe are excited about. She said: 'My job is quite demanding and I love it so much. 'It is a tough one to balance out and think about. It would take a lot of thought, but eventually one day we'll get there, but there is lots happening at the moment. It will happen when it's supposed to.' It has been a successful year for Dianne who won a TV BAFTA this month alongside her Strictly partner from last year Chris. She was paired with the comedian , 47, who lost his sight at the age of 22 due to genetic condition retinitis pigmentosa, on last year's series and now they have a Best TV Moment BAFTA to their names. The show won Best TV Moment for McCausland's moving 'blackout' waltz to You'll Never Walk Alone - choreographed to highlight his visual impairment and echo a similar routine performed by deaf contestant Rose Ayling-Ellis in 2021. While the comic was absent, a triumphant Dianne was on hand to personally accept the award and show it off backstage in the winners room. Strictly earned the accolade after beating pivotal scenes from Bridgerton, Gavin & Stacey, Mr. Bates vs The Post Office, Rivals and The Traitors to the award. Australian dancer Dianne was accompanied by her long-term boyfriend and former Strictly Come Dancing partner Joe as they greeted photographers on the red carpet earlier that night.
The Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Strictly's Dianne Buswell teases baby plans with Joe Sugg after admitting feeling broody
STRICTLY Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell teased baby plans with Joe Sugg, after admitting feeling broody. The TV favourite met her partner Joe Sugg when he competed in the BBC One show in 2018, and says she has recently become broody after spending time with their nieces and nephews. 4 4 4 And in a new video cementing this fact, Dianne filmed her partner Joe with two doves in their garden. Joe could be seen sitting in casual wear on a bench, while bending down to feed them. He left his hand open with some birdfeed in his palm, and he doted on them as they came over to him. Dianne penned as the caption: 'He would make the best twin dad.' The Strictly star used a moving soundtrack as the backdrop to the video, and fans couldn't help but agree with her. One person said: 'So wholesome a lovely person, a true gentleman,' and a second echoed: 'aww the little smile on his face. He's so proud!' A third person wrote: 'Are they hinting at something,' and someone else wrote: 'This has to be the cutest thing.' It comes after Dianne's exclusive interview with The Sun on Sunday, where she said: 'I would like to have children, 100 per cent. 'Joe and I love kids, and that's definitely something that we would absolutely love. I haven't really thought about how many I would like. It will definitely happen.' Dianne, 35, who won the contest last year partnering comedian Chris McCausland, says it was spending Christmas with family at the couple's home in Brighton that led to discussions about parenthood. The pair are already auntie and uncle to their siblings' children. Dianne has a brother, Andrew, who is also a dancer, and Joe's sister Zoella is a media personality. Dianne said: 'Joe's got two nieces who I also class as my nieces, and then I have another two nieces and two nephews in Australia, and my oldest niece is 15. 'I am a big fan of my little nieces and nephews. I love kids, I love working with them and being around them. Sometimes, I'm a big kid at heart myself. I think it helps when you can get down to their level. I'm very lucky.' But Dianne said one of her biggest challenges may just be finding the right time. She and fellow Strictly pro Vito Coppola have just announced a 30-date tour, Red Hot And Ready, starting next month. And she and Strictly winner Chris — the programme's first blind contestant — have just launched their own podcast, Winning Isn't Everything. On the prospect of motherhood, Dianne said: 'It is quite tough because my job is quite demanding, and I love it so much. 'It is a tough one to balance out and think about. It would take a lot of thought, but eventually one day we will get there, but there is lots happening at the moment. It will happen when it's supposed to.' 4
Edinburgh Live
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Strictly's Dianne Buswell says Joe Sugg 'is not bothered' after engagement rumours
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Dianne Buswell, who after two near-misses finally won Strictly Come Dancing in 2024, has brushed off rumours of an engagement with her 2018 celebrity dance partner Joe Sugg. Speaking to Heat Magazine, Dianne explained that the misunderstanding about her relationship with Joe was brought about by a simple side-effect of long-distance air travel. Sitting still for long periods, along with the low humidity in airplane cabins, can cause peripheral oedema - puffiness in the hands and feet It can also cause silly misconceptions, Dianne says: "I had to put my ring on that finger because it was the only one that wasn't puffed up from flying to Australia. I even posed for pictures with it! I didn't realise it would make such a commotion." (Image: undefined via Getty Images) Dianne's boyfriend, YouTuber Joe Sugg, wasn't drawn into the "commotion," she says: "Joe does not look at any stories like that. He's not bothered - it never affects him." The next "commotion" that Dianne's fans can expect to see will be Red Hot and Ready – the series of live shows that she's just about to start with fellow Strictly pro Vito Coppola. "This dance show has been two years in the making," Dianne says. "It's going to surprise a lot of people. There's things in there that you'd never see us do on Strictly, I'll put it that way! It's an emotional roller coaster. We want people to laugh and cry with us." (Image: undefined via Getty Images) Alongside her tour commitments, the professional dancer has been keeping herself busy elsewhere. She recently returned to her native Australia to work on the children's programme Bluey, contributing to the new Bluey Dancealongs on the show's YouTube channel. In this role, she choreographed and starred in five dance videos for the series, featuring young fans of the animated programme. Speaking about the project, Dianne said she was thrilled to be involved, saying: "How cool that I got to go to Bluey's World in Australia to dance in Bluey's house with some incredibly talented kids dancing to some of Bluey's favourite tunes." (Image: PA) Looking further ahead, Dianne confessed that she dreams of appearing on BBC1's The Traitors. Superfan Dianne admitted: "Every time I play Traitors at home I'm always voted out first. "Everyone thinks that I am lying, and I'm just trying to help the team out. I'm very vocal, so I start to talk, and then they all think I'm being shady, so I always get voted out. So, I've decided not to play any more."
