Overview

• The judge said he doubts the Queen would take part despite praising her rhythm from their charity dance.
• He highlighted Ross King, Dani Dyer-Bowen and Alex Kingston after early rehearsals, calling this year’s energy “beyond.”
• He said he still gets butterflies before live broadcasts as the programme enters its 23rd series.
• He defended his blunt scoring as honest feedback and said he is not concerned about being cancelled.
• EastEnders actor Balvinder Sopal was reportedly treated after a rehearsal injury but says she is back in training.