Strictly Come Dancing line-up confirmed - see all this year's contestants
By Jody Thompson, Mirror.co.uk 25/08/2009


Tennis star Martina Hingis, boxer Joe Calzaghe, former jockey Richard Dunwoody, long jumpe athlete Jade Johnson and cricketer Phil Tufnell are the sports stars lining up for this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

They are joined by a host of stars from the world of entertainment, including former EastEnders Natalie Cassidy and Ricky Groves, The Bill's Ali Bastian, Hollyoaks Ricky Whittle, Corrie's Craig Kelly, as well as Zoe Lucker and Laila Rouass, glamourpuss former stars of Footballers' Wives.

Crimewatch presenter Rav Wilding and BBC Breakfast's Chris Hollins will also be donning the sequins this year.

And as we previously revealed here on Mirror.co.uk, former Oxo mum Lynda Bellingham and Jo Wood, estranged wife of Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood, will also be taking their turn on the floor representing the more mature contestant.

Show bosses are trying to win over the 2,000 viewers who complained that the BBC was guilty of ageism when it axed judge Arlene Phillips in favour of former winner Alesha Dixon.
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Good afternoon

Hicky
nice to see you back again with all those lovely news items for us.
I am not happy with Marcus and Siavash up for evictiion. Wish we could get rid of that nasty Charlie.
How are your ankles today? Are you going to the docs about it before your London trip?

And to our early morning workers Suzy and Kingkev.

Pinkbabe.
Sorry to hear how poorly you have been. That is awful how the GP refused to see you. As Hicky says, I think you should take yourself to "A and E" if it happens again , they cant refuse to see you, even if you have to wait. And they will not be pleased with your GP, because he is adding to their workload by refusing you an appointment. I hope you manage to get to see the doc today, and you can get help for that pain.

Nice day here now the rain has gone, so I have the washing drying nicely.

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Originally posted by *Mollie*:
Good afternoon

Hicky
nice to see you back again with all those lovely news items for us.
I am not happy with Marcus and Siavash up for evictiion. Wish we could get rid of that nasty Charlie.
How are your ankles today? Are you going to the docs about it before your London trip?

And to our early morning workers Suzy and Kingkev.

Pinkbabe.
Sorry to hear how poorly you have been. That is awful how the GP refused to see you. As Hicky says, I think you should take yourself to "A and E" if it happens again , they cant refuse to see you, even if you have to wait. And they will not be pleased with your GP, because he is adding to their workload by refusing you an appointment. I hope you manage to get to see the doc today, and you can get help for that pain.

Nice day here now the rain has gone, so I have the washing drying nicely.

Good Afternoon Mollie.

It seems strange if, I say if, don't think it has been confirmed yet that Marcus and Siavash are up.
I'm not that bothered but think Marcus has been very nasty early on to the ladies and I don't think they liked that.

I'll have to leave my ankles for this week and see next week.
They are all swollen, not sure if it's the joint or if it's just water, can't tell, but they go down again over night.

Soph's sick of dippy jibes



GLAMOUR model Sophie Reade says she's sick of being branded a dippy blonde.
The 20-year-old told Siavash Sabbaghpour last night that she did not think she was taken seriously.

The Cheshire model moaned she had been mocked for her lack of intelligence in a magazine article.

Sophie, who had trouble identifying Japan and Germany on a world map in a challenge yesterday, said she was scared of being booted out of the house and being booed.

"I'm the f****** dumb one on this show," Sophie complained. "The 'dippy blonde', that's what they called me in the magazine."

She added: "People don't take me seriously, and it's really annoying!"

Events organiser Siavash told Sophie she just needed to "chill out".
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Good afternoon, Hicky!

Thanks for all the news stories. I'm not usually a big fan of SCD, but with Martina Hingis competing, i might tune in for the new series.

quote:

Originally posted by Cold Sweat:
Good afternoon, Hicky!

Thanks for all the news stories. I'm not usually a big fan of SCD, but with Martina Hingis competing, i might tune in for the new series.

Good Afternoon Cold Sweat.

I'm a bit like you with the Dancing, it will depend what girls are in it, I don't watch fellers, will just have to see.
Prefer the Ice Dancing myself, daring dangerous and damn good to watch.

You are of course welcome to any news, but i'm away again tomorrow till Friday, but back on here probably Saturday.

Lisa: 'I believe in aliens'
Day 83, 13:58 BST
By Jenni Marsh


Lisa has revealed that she believes in aliens and is a big fan of all things paranormal.

She made the revelation after the housemates discovered that the Diary Room had been replaced with a futuristic silver door ahead of their time travel task.

Lisa then nominated herself to take on the part of an alien in the task, which will see housemates transported to the year 2209.

David will also be an alien, while Sophie opted to be a robot with Rodrigo. Charlie decided to be an astronaut, saying that he was not sure what an android is.

"Androids are like human robots," explained Marcus.
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Lisa does look a bit like an Alien, wonder if she is?
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quote:

Originally posted by Hicky:
Good Afternoon Mollie.

It seems strange if, I say if, don't think it has been confirmed yet that Marcus and Siavash are up.
I'm not that bothered but think Marcus has been very nasty early on to the ladies and I don't think they liked that.

I'll have to leave my ankles for this week and see next week.
They are all swollen, not sure if it's the joint or if it's just water, can't tell, but they go down again over night.

Not a great line up for a BB final... Charlie, Lisa, David... is it?

What a nuisance about your ankles. As they are going down in the night, perhaops to try and keep your feet evevated in the day, might help them? My mom gets that too if she stands a lot. Make sure you are drinking lots of water, I have heard that it is the opposite of what you would think, if you have water retention, that drinking water, will help flush the excess water away, but coffee, tea, coke , alcohol make it worse.
Hope it doesnt bother you too much in London. xx

quote:

Originally posted by *Mollie*:

quote:

Originally posted by Hicky:
Good Afternoon Mollie.

It seems strange if, I say if, don't think it has been confirmed yet that Marcus and Siavash are up.
I'm not that bothered but think Marcus has been very nasty early on to the ladies and I don't think they liked that.

I'll have to leave my ankles for this week and see next week.
They are all swollen, not sure if it's the joint or if it's just water, can't tell, but they go down again over night.

Not a great line up for a BB final... Charlie, Lisa, David... is it?

What a nuisance about your ankles. As they are going down in the night, perhaops to try and keep your feet evevated in the day, might help them? My mom gets that too if she stands a lot. Make sure you are drinking lots of water, I have heard that it is the opposite of what you would think, if you have water retention, that drinking water, will help flush the excess water away, but coffee, tea, coke , alcohol make it worse.
Hope it doesnt bother you too much in London. xx

I don't quite see how drinking more water could help the problem if it's water retention.
Whatever you drink goes into your blood and is carried from there.

I take a water tablet anyway, maybe it's not good enough.

I'll have to see next week, they do go down overnight and are fine first thing.

It's a bit difficult to keep my feet elevated during the day, not too good at walking on my hands you see.

I'll have to ask the Doc what is best.
I can't walk very far either, will have to get Taxi's I suppose.

Holden: 'Piers isn't qualified for Talent'
Tuesday, August 25 2009, 10:22 BST
By Mayer Nissim, Entertainment Reporter


Amanda Holden has suggested that Piers Morgan is not suitably qualified to be a judge on ITV1 reality contest Britain's Got Talent.

The actress told thelondonpaper that as someone who has auditioned for roles in the past, she is uniquely placed on the panel to understand what the entrants are going through.

Holden said: "I've always said, out of the judges, I'm the only one who has auditioned for a panel or a crowd of people. When I see the contestants, I look at these people and I remember that feeling, having that dream.

"It's not like I'm sat there smugly saying, 'I know better'. It's just that I know because I've been there. Obviously Simon [Cowell] is very qualified but I'm not quite sure what Piers is doing there."

Regarding the possibility of being replaced by a younger woman on the show, she added: "I honestly would be completely gutted if the panel changed.

"I've had such a good run and I've enjoyed many aspects of it. I'd have to very nicely wish the next person the best of luck."
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Morgan: 'Sugar not as clever as Trump'
Friday, August 21 2009, 11:42 BST
By Mayer Nissim, Entertainment Reporter


Piers Morgan has said that Alan Sugar is not as clever as he thinks he is.

Speaking on a video recorded for his official website, the talkshow host also noted that the recently-named Baron Sugar is not as rich as US Apprentice boss Donald Trump.

Morgan said: "Sir Alan believes he is the best businessman on God's earth. But if he is, how come he fired me on his own Apprentice, despite me raising most of the money, but Donald Trump recognised my genius and made me his Apprentice?

"Work that one out, Sir Alan. Not as clever as you think, are you? America's slightly bigger than Britain - slightly bigger business. Donald Trump, billionaire; you, multi-millionaire. I'm doing the maths here."

Morgan also said that he prefers Lily Allen to Amy Winehouse and Victoria Beckham to Cheryl Cole.
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Jamie Oliver to open Italian restaurant chain in Asia

Jamie Oliver has unveiled plans to open 30 Italian family-style restaurants in Asia, with the first one set to open its doors in Hong Kong early next year.

by Our Foreign Staff
Published: 12:36PM BST 25 Aug 2009

Jamie Oliver: The chain, which has five eateries in the UK hopes to appeal to a wide variety of clients.



The celebrity chef is introducing Jamie's Italian to a region which takes pride in its rich diversity of international cuisine and where the economy is picking up faster than anywhere else in the world.

"Why Asia? Of all the markets, it has by far the fastest-growing economy," said Edward Pinshow, president of Tranic Franchising, a partner of Jamie's Italian International in Asia.

"The Chinese have become extremely fond of Italian food. In Japan, Jamie's become a household name," he said.

Mr Pinshow said the first stage of the expansion was to open six restaurants in Hong Kong and Singapore. He hopes to raise $200 million to fund the project.

They plan to roll out another 24 eateries in other parts of the region over the next five years, with China, Japan, Taiwan and Korea in the plans.

The chain, which has five eateries in the UK hopes to appeal to a wide variety of clients. "At Jamie's restaurants, you will often find a blue-collar worker, a student, and the chairman of a blue-chip company side by side having a meal," said Mr Pinshow.

Hong Kong will also be established as the development hub, providing regional support for the project.
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Right, I'm ready for the off, will be on my way in a few minutes.
Just got to tidy up and lock up.

Catch you later.
Enjoy your Tea's, hop you are having something nice.

Hicky
Thats a very Frightening pic of sweaty faced Holden...
maybe the plastics melting ..??hahaha

Hiya folks ....
I hope everyones fit and lovely ...??
Im ok ...

Evening Peeps

I hope you are all fit and well today

Emptybox
I hope you manage to get your mower sorted out soon and your idea about buying a new one may be a good idea
I hope the assessor takes into account all the work that needs to be done when considering the value Good luck with the verdict

PinkBabe
Sorry to hear about the pain you are in I do hope you manage to get it sorted out very soon
I'm glad you liked the picture

Oh and how rude of me yet again

Thank you Hicky very much for all the lovely updates and news
I missed it when you weren't here

Housemates break into camera runs
Day 83, 18:17 BST
By Polly Taylor

The contestants escaped the house and broke into the camera runs earlier today after Big Brother labelled them "boring".

As the group lounged on the sofas, it was announced that they would receive a treat if they did something entertaining.

The housemates then broke out of an exit in the garden and ran through the camera runs screaming.

They returned to the house following being reprimanded by Big Brother and Charlie admitted: "I didn't want to go back!"

"We've seen humans," said Siavash, referring to the camera operators.

While the group talked about their breakout, Marcus asked: "Where's our ****ing reward?"

"I think we'll get a punishment actually, not a reward," Charlie replied.
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Originally posted by Suzie Fairy:
Oh and how rude of me yet again

Thank you Hicky very much for all the lovely updates and news
I missed it when you weren't here

Hi Suzie,
You are most Welcome.
Hope your day wasn't too bad?

quote:

Originally posted by Hicky:
I don't quite see how drinking more water could help the problem if it's water retention.

It's a bit difficult to keep my feet elevated during the day, not too good at walking on my hands you see.

I'll have to ask the Doc what is best.

Yes best to ask your own doc Hicky.

I think they said that drinking more plain water helped the kidneys work better to get rid of the excess water stuck in the wrong places.

Oh heck, you will be in trouble though if your doc does recommend, as you suggest, and tells you to go round walking on your hands.

I think taxis are the best way of getting round London anyway, and there are always plenty of them to chose from.
Is you lad enjoying his visit home?
Has he been seeing friends?
Didn't you say that it was him who arranged this London trip for you?

Good afternoon all

Mike...
Glad to hear you are ok today.

Suzy
hope your day went ok today.

Hello everyone.
Thanks Hicky for the news, I've missed a few BB's and wished you were here posting some news.

Hope your well Mollie.
Suzie, Hope your day at work wasn't too hard. Bet your on the farm now. I'm too tired to go on lately.
Pinkbabe, I hope the pain has lessened now.
Mike, big (((hug))) to you mate.
Thanks for the advice yesterday lol.
Emptybox, hope the sun's been shining for you fella.
Tatty. Hope your well.

I'm exhausted.
Was up till 2am last night, and up this morn at 7am. Plus with playing football last night my legs are a bit achey.
Feeling happy though.

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Originally posted by King Kev:
I'm exhausted.
Was up till 2am last night, and up this morn at 7am. Plus with playing football last night my legs are a bit achey.
Feeling happy though.

KingKev....Hope you can have a bit of a rest now after you busy day.

Glad to hear you are feeling happy.
could that have anything to do with the date?

Yep Mollie.
I'll be seeing her again at the weekend.

quote:

Originally posted by King Kev:
Yep Mollie.
I'll be seeing her again at the weekend.

good for you KingKev.
and I hope you both have a great time.
You really have something to look forward to for the weekend now.

My day has been okay thanks

Hope all your days were great although Kev you must be cream crackered
And yes have been on my farm and just got to level 33

Way to go Suzie.
Sorry I haven't been sending you and Tatty gifts back, I have about 40 I haven't yet accepted too. I'm useless when it comes to it.

Mollie thanks.
I am looking forward to it, but not looking forward to the nerves again.
Better not have too much dutch courage either lol.

quote:

Originally posted by King Kev:
Way to go Suzie.
Sorry I haven't been sending you and Tatty gifts back, I have about 40 I haven't yet accepted too. I'm useless when it comes to it.

Mollie thanks.
I am looking forward to it, but not looking forward to the nerves again.
Better not have too much dutch courage either lol.

Thanks Kev
No worries about the gifts, the ones I send you, they are there if you want them

quote:

Originally posted by King Kev:
Mollie thanks.
I am looking forward to it, but not looking forward to the nerves again.
Better not have too much dutch courage either lol.

Oh yes, good idea not to go overboard on Dutch courage.

Perhaps she is feeling nervous too?

quote:

Originally posted by *Mollie*:

quote:

Originally posted by King Kev:
Mollie thanks.
I am looking forward to it, but not looking forward to the nerves again.
Better not have too much dutch courage either lol.

Oh yes, good idea not to go overboard on Dutch courage.

Perhaps she is feeling nervous too?

Better to be nervous. Makes you feel alive.
That's what I keep telling myself anyway lol.

quote:

Originally posted by King Kev:

quote:

Originally posted by *Mollie*:

quote:

Originally posted by King Kev:
Mollie thanks.
I am looking forward to it, but not looking forward to the nerves again.
Better not have too much dutch courage either lol.

Oh yes, good idea not to go overboard on Dutch courage.

Perhaps she is feeling nervous too?

Better to be nervous. Makes you feel alive.
That's what I keep telling myself anyway lol.

Kingkev

BB time, wonder if it will be interesting tonight?

Kev
Im getting my suit laundered for the wedding fella ...
although we could cook a bit before hand in that desert..lol

quote:

Originally posted by *Mollie*:
Perhaps she is feeling nervous too?

We were upfront about that straight away lol.
I can honestly say I was completely myself and open with my feelings on our date, and I think that put her at ease with me straight away. Who'd have ever thought eh? Being yourself is the way to a girl's heart lol.
That's where I was going wrong.

Mike deserves some credit too. He's given me a few tips over the last few months that could earn him a fortune if he published a book.

quote:

Originally posted by Mike Strutter:
Kev
Im getting my suit laundered for the wedding fella ...
although we could cook a bit before hand in that desert..lol

As long as I don't flatten the batery eh? lol.
Stop making sandwiches for Krazy 8 too.

Lately Rodrigo has been really annoying me.
Pity Siavash didn't nom David.
Maybe David would've been up then.

Siavash is a very calm, polite, well mannered man. I want him to win, if not Sophie.
Everyone else in there is off their head.
Except maybe Marcus.
Awaits ridicule for the Marcus support lol.

Charlie has 666 on his head somewhere.

Has David got his voice volume control stuck on loud

Right Peeps It's that time again



Night Night Sweet Dreams

See you all tomorrow

quote:

Originally posted by Suzie Fairy:
Has David got his voice volume control stuck on loud

It went all there for a bit lol.
And apparently Charlie wasn't shouting, he was just raising his voice.

quote:

Originally posted by *Mollie*:

quote:

Originally posted by Hicky:
I don't quite see how drinking more water could help the problem if it's water retention.

It's a bit difficult to keep my feet elevated during the day, not too good at walking on my hands you see.

I'll have to ask the Doc what is best.

Yes best to ask your own doc Hicky.

I think they said that drinking more plain water helped the kidneys work better to get rid of the excess water stuck in the wrong places.

Oh heck, you will be in trouble though if your doc does recommend, as you suggest, and tells you to go round walking on your hands.

I think taxis are the best way of getting round London anyway, and there are always plenty of them to chose from.
Is you lad enjoying his visit home?
Has he been seeing friends?
Didn't you say that it was him who arranged this London trip for you?

Hi Mollie.
You could be right about the water Mollie, it sounds reasonable, but think i'm storing far too much.

Will have to leave it until next week now.

My Lad has seen a lot of his friends, but many are either courting, married etc, things change so quick.
My O/H is going to get him put on her insurance for a month so he can use her car when she isn't using it.

He has arranged the trip to London, everything is pre-booked, but we leave very early in the morning, so I have to pack in a sec.
I'm taking my Camera anyway.

Have the Longleat pics to show you but haven't put them up yet, will have to reduce the size etc first.
I usually make them 20% of their real size to post them.