The head judge has spoken out after BBC Strictly lifted the ITV National Television Award in the penultimate episode of the Tuesday night ceremony in London at the O2 Arena.

The EastEnders actor says he feels really lucky to be competing on Strictly

Strictly won the penultimate award of the evening at London's O2 Arena on Tuesday September 5.

The professional dancer, 33, is unable to participate as a dancer in the new series after she began her chemotherapy treatment in August after she was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year.

Strictly Come Dancing's acceptance speech at the National Television Awards was cut short this evening - as fans were left baffled by a lack of a tribute to Len Goodman

The likes of Ant and Dec, The Repair Shop and Virgin Radio's own Graham Norton landed some big wins at the 2023 National Television Awards.

The 33-year-old has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy

Dan Walker and Helen Skelton made some admissions about their time on Strictly Come Dancing

Ahead of Strictly Come Dancing's launch night Adam Thomas shared a snap alongside his fellow co-stars on his social media.

Amy Dowden has refused to be beaten by the illness as she attended the star-studded event

EXCLUSIVE: EastEnders star Bobby Brazier is set to take to the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom in the next 11 days for a chance to take home the Glitterball trophy.

Strictly Come Dancing star has confirmed his series with judge Anton du Beke is returning to the BBC.

The professional dancer, 33, cut a glamorous figure in a dusky pink ruffled gown that boasted a sheer boned bodice and flowing skirt.

The Strictly Come Dancing star looked stunning at the NTAs

The former Strictly Come Dancing professional, 33, candidly opened up about her fertility struggles after revealing her pregnancy last week.

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have made regular appearances at the NTAs for years, however, the former has taken to social media to explain they'll be absent from the ceremony tonight, despite Strictly Come Dancing being up for a gong.

Dianne was getting dolled up for her Strictly VT and shared the behind-the-scenes prep with fans of the BBC show before its return later this month.

"You've got to make the most of the good days," the Strictly Come Dancing star told her Instagram followers.