Helen Skelton

Helen's split from ex-husband Richie Myler was referenced during an emotional moment on It Takes Two.

We've had the highs, the lows and everything in between and this is just a reminder for us to feel the fear and do it anyway." The mum-of-three said: "I think you’re clever in that you’ve never made it about being sexy, it’s been about being sassy and powerful and being in control. So I don’t think it’s about being sexy, I think it’s about being confident in your own skin and being who you are." As well as her family, Helen herself has noticed a change in herself in the last three months. And asked how she felt that some consider her a ‘sex symbol’ now, particularly following her sensational couple's choice routine during Mususcals Week, Helen praised her dance partner Gorka Marquez for how he has choreographed her. Ahead of taking to the ballroom for the final time, Helen, 39, and Gorka, 32, made an emotional appearance on Strictly spin-off It Takes Two. And we can see a different Helen now." Things got teary for the pair when former Blue Peter host Helen was surprised with a video message from her family, including her mum and dad and two sons. The pair made it to the final of Strictly 2022 after a closely-fought semi-final. Her mum Janet added: "I think the thing for us is how she's progressed. The Countryfile host will be competing for the Glitterball trophy on Saturday night (December 17) during the final of the BBC One dance contest alongside her professional partner Gorka Marquez. "We've had such an adventure, and I've said it before, you're [Gorka] a credit to the show and a credit to your family.

Helen Skelton is hotly tipped to push favourites Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal all the way in the Strictly Come Dancing grand final 2022.

Helen replied: “I found it so funny when they said it was a fix – Helen’s a tap dancing champion. Hit an age where I didn't want to be in a leotard in public and I gave it up. That's right, in 2012 Helen Skelton danced a jive to 'All I Want For Christmas' on the BBC Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special. That comes on top of her involvement in a Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 10 years ago, in which Helen danced a jive. But at the start of the series, Helen was forced to address allegations that the competition was a 'fix' because of her previously undisclosed dance contest experience. Helen Skelton is hotly tipped to push favourites Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal all the way in the Strictly Come Dancing grand final 2022.

It's been an emotional series but these tears, the body language performed as they delivered them and their emotional cues that prompted them, ...

Both their faces were contorted and the hankies were in use again. Hamza seems like the likeliest winner but is he too much of a softie? Molly shed tears and laughed at the same time. She dabbed and she blotted and she did allow Gorka to pull her in under his arm for a cuddle but something about her facial expression and the way she rallied to keep talking firmly suggested the kind of strength and solid determination that could power her through to a win. Emotion makes her stronger, not weaker. Molly started to laugh and to babble but she also showed inner strength when Carlos tried to pull her in for a hug of support but she remained upright, refusing to look to him for comfort.

Helen Skelton and her partner Gorka Marquez performed the Jive for their first routine of the Strictly Come Dancing final.

Claudia continued: “I remember the first time you just wanted to look cool. “I’m feeling so much happier. You were like, ‘Gorka please can we lose the hat?’” [Helen Skelton](/latest/helen-skelton) pointed out she had suffered a costume fail with viewers at home. “You weren’t so worried about the dance, you were more worried about the hat. Claudia noted: “You had so much fun doing it the first time round, what was it like doing it for the final?”

Helen Skelton fans were hoping they would get to see her and Gorka Marquez do their Quickstep again in the Strictly final.

I would have preferred it in the final instead of the couples choice, which was good, but not as memorable as the quickstep." Echoing the same sentiments, another tweeted: "It's a shame that the best quickstep ever (Helen and Gorka) didn't get a perfect score. One of the highlights of the couple's time on the hit BBC show came in Blackpool, when they got a near perfect score for their Quickstep to Mark Ronson and Amy Winehouse's Valerie, a routine, which as well as scoring 39 out of 40, was hailed as one of 'the best of the series' by viewers. However, while it did come up in conversation as Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel-Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke weighed up their options, it ended up being snubbed in favour of their Jive. While the routine to Janelle Monae's Tightrope was a real crowd pleaser, and went onto score, 39, plenty of fans wiling Helen to win, criticised the judges' decision, with one taking to Twitter to post: "Gutted to not see Helen and Gorka’s quickstep in the final again." So, when it was revealed, in keeping with Strictly tradition, that the judges would be choosing a dance for each couple to open the final with, it seemed likely that it would be the Quickstep.

Helen Skelton's family will be out in force supporting her, particularly her famous footballer brother, Gavin!

Helen has done really well but it’s not something I really think about, in the same way that she doesn’t really think about me being a footballer." I speak to Helen on the phone quite a lot but she doesn’t seem to have mentioned much about this. I’m okay with it all but I think our mum has had a few sleepless nights – I think she’s more nervous about it than Helen is!

Helen Skelton's two eldest children made a cameo during this evening's Strictly Come Dancing final, as the former Blue Peter presenter took to the ...

another quipped online, with a third adding: "awww helen’s kids." As she closed the show earlier this evening, Helen thanked her partner Gorka for his support throughout the series and called him a credit to the Strictly family. She explained how her parents and her children have enjoyed watching her on the show each week, before the camera cut to the star's two eldest children sharing a sweet message for their mum ahead of her final dance.

Strictly Come Dancing's final is in full swing and Helen Skelton is one of the four finalists battling it out for the crown of Strictly winner 2022.

@goldilocs15 wrote: “Shirley reacting to the boos! Head judge Shirly told Helen: “I can see that you are comfortable in your own skin.” However Shirly addressed the mistakes they made the first time they performed this routine. Ahead of her performance Helen admitted: “There is a lot riding on this performance because it’s the one the judges picked. After performing their Jive, Helen and Gorka spoke to Claudia where Helen admitted that she suffered a makeup fail. That’s strictly people!” Claudia joked: “I’m not even going to show you mine! During the night Helen and her pro dance partner will be performing a total of three routines.

The Countryfile star made it to the finale where she would have to perform not once, not twice, but three times for the public vote. Following her high-scoring ...

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The Hits Radio host was in the audience supporting her man and his celebrity dance partner.

"Thank you for all your votes! @scottyjotty admitted: "Ok, Gemma crying has set me off #Strictly." #STRICTLY." The transformation in Helen’s dancing is outstanding and it’s because she now believes in herself, knows her worth and now just goes for it! @Gee_McK commented: "Oh Gemma in the audience, totes emosh #Strictly #scd." "Tonight’s the night," the former soap star started her post before the final with a string of fingers crossed emojis. She went on to type: "Thrilled to be sat watching the show live this evening and cheering stupidly loud for Gorks & Helen! @LovedByYou14 tweeted: "Aweeee Gemma is in bits. Cranking up the emotion, the mum-of-three went on to say "You are a credit to your family, to Gemma and Mia. @scddevereaux added: "NOT GEMMA CRYING IN THE AUDIENCE #strictly." @bobroc22 said: "Poor Gemma crying #Strictly." And after their last routine of the evening, Gemma couldn't hide her emotions as Helen paid tribute to her dance partner while talking to Strictly co-host Claudia Winkelman.

Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez danced their final routine of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 and the emotional reaction in the studio was overwhelming for all ...

"That is a dance that should win a final. "I'm joking," he shouted, saying he had to get a final boo in. You, my love are a performer and what a performer you are." Motsi, leading a standing ovation, said: "Well I mean what a night, what night, what a dance. You started off this competition and there wasn't much of a performer in you, you've grown over the weeks. Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez danced their final routine of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 and the emotional reaction in the studio was overwhelming for all concerned.

Gorka Marquez was full of praise for Strictly Come Dancing partner Helen Skelton after she performed her show dance.

I am absolutely thrilled you are able to do that dance because I want you to celebrate you because you are fabulous. “You were shining from the outfit to that smile I could see the joy in your dancing. “It was just a joy of me dance and I love those dances. But the judge added: “However, Shirley is absolutely right, getting in and out of the lifts was a little bit ropey and it could have been smoother but you know what I love about you is the dynamic you have together as a team, working as a partnership.” After the joyous performance came to an end, Gorka embraced his celebrity partner and showered her in praise. Shine, Helen shine on you.

Helen Skelton will take her final steps on the ballroom tonight as she, Hamza Yassin, Fleur East and Molly Rainford battle it out for the Glitterball ...

Helen added: "I would love to get a 40. Molly Rainford's odds look set at 40/1, leaving Fleur East last with 66/1. [Strictly Come Dancing](/latest/strictly-come-dancing) 2022 finale will take place tonight with the remaining four contestants ready to dance their hearts out. Tonight Helen and Gorka will dance the Jive to Tightrope by Janelle Monáe, their Couple’s Choice to Mein Herr by Liza Minnelli (from Cabaret) and a show dance to Shine by Emeli Sandé. However, things may not turn out as positive for Helen Skelton as she suffered a devastating blow just hours before the live show. Over the weeks, Helen has gone from strength to strength with her dancing and finding her confidence on the dance floor.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas spotted the 'message it sends' as she praised Helen Skelton for her symbolic gesture to the camera while the lyric ' ...

You are a credit to your family and I'm very grateful you have guided me through this." And who doesn't love Gorka muscles in eyeliner." #Strictly" Craig Revel Horwood joked that Helen's 'little finger' was out of place to boos before adding: "That is a dance that should win a final. Shirley Ballas told Helen and Gorka after the dance: "Everybody who dances today is a winner in my eyes but you peaked at just the right time. Discussing her decision to take part in Strictly following such a difficult year Helen admitted she was reluctant.

HELEN Skelton was left mortified after an epic wardrobe blunder during the Strictly Come Dancing final.The presenter took to the dance floor for the f.

Fans took to Twitter to comment on the moment with one joking: "Not convinced that’s fake tan on Helen’s hand.." However, when she got upstairs to speak to Claudia Winkleman, Helen revealed she had suffered a fake tan fail. The presenter took to the dance floor for the first time with Gorka Marquez to perform the Judge's Choice routine, their Jive.

Helen Skelton has her eyes on the Strictly Come Dancing glitterball but regardless of a win, a lucrative BBC deal could be on the way.

Stretch yourself, test yourself, and see what happens!’ She’s a well-known face on our screens while he is a little-known presenter at this stage.’ ‘The Beeb are keen to build on that and make sure they stay with the BBC, which is where they’ve both developed their careers so far.’ [we’ve already won it](https://metro.co.uk/2022/12/16/strictlys-helen-skelton-feels-like-shes-already-won-after-tough-year-17953781/),’ she said. [Molly Rainford](https://metro.co.uk/2022/12/16/strictly-come-dancing-final-molly-rainford-to-earn-big-money-deal-17952966/) and [Fleur East](https://metro.co.uk/tag/fleur-east/). [turbulent time at home](https://metro.co.uk/2022/12/02/strictlys-helen-skelton-now-remembers-who-she-is-following-divorce-17871298/) and now it looks like she’ll certainly have something to celebrate.

Skelton won the hearts of the nation after her continued high scores and impressive moves with partner Gorka Marquez.

The Beeb (BBC) are keen to build on that and make sure they stay with the BBC, which is where they’ve both developed their careers so far.” The insider added: “They are both highly valued, even though their careers are at very different stages. [The Sun's](https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/20782548/strictly-helen-skelton-hamza-yassin-bbc-payday/) TV insider said: “Helen are Hamza are well thought of at the BBC and the executives are delighted at how the show has boosted their profiles.” [The Sun](https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/20782548/strictly-helen-skelton-hamza-yassin-bbc-payday/) are hinting that the pair could expect a huge deal with the BBC after their run on the dancing competition. [The Sun](https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/20782548/strictly-helen-skelton-hamza-yassin-bbc-payday/) has shared news of an exclusive deal heading to Skelton and fellow Strictly star Hamza Yassin. [Helen Skelton](https://www.newsandstar.co.uk/news/23052551.helen-skelton-left-emotional-bbc-strictly-come-dancing-gorka-marquezs-message/) is set to land a huge BBC deal amid [Strictly Come Dancing ](https://www.newsandstar.co.uk/news/23152050.helen-skelton-wows-samba-bbc-strictly-come-dancing/)success.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Helen Skelton and Hamza Yassin are in line to land six-figure presenting deals to keep them at the BBC after tonight's final, ...

](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/ive-won-already-strictlys-helen-25764531)The pair are set to go head-to-head alongside Molly Rainford and Fleur East in tonight’s grand final. The categories are judges' picks, the couple's personal favourite, and a show dance. The three dances that each couple needs to perform are broken down into categories. The insider added: “They are both highly valued, even though their careers are at very different stages. The Beeb are keen to build on that and make sure they stay with the BBC, which is where they’ve both developed their careers so far.” [BBC](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/all-about/bbc) are willing to “splash the cash” in a bid to keep the pair for themselves and want to stop the pair from jumping ship to rival channels after their success.

Gemma Atkinson was left in tears during the Strictly final as Helen Skelton paid tribute to her other half Gorka Marquez.

From day one she has grown so much and I think that's what Strictly is about." You are a credit to this show. And, it was after their last routine, a reprise of their amazing Couple's Choice dance to Mein Herr, that Gemma became emotional. [*Strictly results show group performance axed by bosses in aftermath of Solihull tragedy](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/strictly-group-performance-craig-solihull-25747323) [*Strictly final prompts 'tactical' Channel 5 move to attract fans](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/strictly-greatest-moments-channel-5-25778688) [*Gemma Atkinson's Strictly tears as Helen Skelton pays emotional tribute to Gorka Marquez](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/gemma-atkinson-strictly-helen-gorka-25780500) [Strictly final,](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/strictly-final-voting-fisgures-bbc-25780451) Gemma made a very forward request to reigning champion Giovanni Pernice to 'hand over' the Glitterball trophy to Gorka and then headed to the studio to see him and [Helen](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/helen-skelton-strictly-final-gorka-25779940) go for the win with three performances. [Gemma, ](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/gemma-atkinson-strictly-gorka-giovanni-25778508)who made it all the way to the [Strictly ](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/strictly-come-dancing)final herself back in 2017, actually competing against [Gorka ](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/gemma-atkinson-strictly-gorka-giovanni-25778508)as he bid for victory alongside Alexandra Burke, has been right behind him and Helen throughout their time on the BBC show, regularly posting support for them on her Instagram story.

Strictly Come Dancing's Helen Skelton has credited Gorka Marquez for helping her to 'remember who I am' as they reached the final of the competition.

[her split from husband Richie Myler, 32, in April ](/tvshowbiz/article-10753125/Helen-Skelton-SPLITS-husband-Richie-Myler-just-four-months-welcoming-child.html)after eight years of marriage, just four months after she gave birth to their third child - with [Richie quickly moving on with new girlfriend Stephanie Thirkill, 33. Grateful: And in a clip showed ahead of their Showdance on Saturday, Helen went on to thank her dance partner for the huge impact he's had on her And in a clip showed ahead of their Showdance on Saturday, Helen went on to thank her dance partner for the huge impact he's had on her. Thanks: In an emotional VT, the presenter, 39, breaks down in tears as she praises the professional dancer, 32, for boosting her confidence, telling him: 'You put faith in me that I didn’t have' In an emotional VT, the presenter, 39, breaks down in tears as she praises the professional dancer, 32, for boosting her confidence, telling him: 'You put faith in me that I didn’t have.' [Helen Skelton](/tvshowbiz/helen-skelton/index.html) has credited [Gorka Marquez](/tvshowbiz/gorka-marquez/index.html) for helping her to 'remember who I am' as they reached the final of the competition.

On the night she sparkled in the BBC show's final, the Countryfile present revealed that she had split from RIchie Myler and he had moved out of the family ...

@theatreandtonic added: "I am so happy for Hamza but the real winner is Helen who found her spark again on this show!" Among others offering support on Twitter was @JennyJambo, who said: "Meh…fair play but Helen was the real winner. In an emotional social media post, Helen revealed her marriage split-up: "Very sad to say that Richie and I are no longer a couple. Her mum, dad and kids must be so proud of her." Hamza Yassin was crowned winner of the hit BBC show last night (December 17) following a closely fought final in which Helen and partner Gorka Marquez scored their first perfect score of the series. It comes after the Countryfile presenter, 38, had announced the news that her nine-year marriage is over on Instagram.

The presenter is expected to rack up a whole range of new hosting rolls after wowing viewers on the 2022 season of Strictly Come Dancing.

This is the best thing that has ever happened to me." Thank you to everyone who voted for me. While a very tearful Helen wiped her tears and replied: "You can outwardly see how different I am and you have made me remember who I am and that is the biggest and kindest and best thing anyone can ever do for somebody." Helen and Gorka were among the favourites to win Strictly - and the duo gushed for each other ahead of the final result on Saturday. [The Sun on Sunday:](https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/20791098/strictly-helen-skelton-bbc-golden-girl/) “[BBC] bosses want to make her the channel’s new ‘golden girl’. [stone faced Gorka Márquez](https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/strictly-fans-spot-gorkas-fuming-28759629) - accepted the silver medal, reports have claimed [BBC](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/bbc) bosses intend to transform Helen into their ‘golden girl’ following her star turn on the show.

HAMZA Yassin sensationally lifted the glitterball trophy last night — but the real winner is Helen Skelton.She danced back to life from her marria.

[standing ovation](https://www.thesun.ie/tv/9845522/strictly-fans-spot-helen-skeltons-subtle-message/) on the dance floor.” [expecting Richie’s child](https://www.thesun.ie/tv/9296857/helen-skelton-ex-husband-richie-myler-baby-joy/). [Gemma Atkinson](https://www.thesun.ie/who/gemma-atkinson/) has also become a close friend of hers. [Richie Myler](https://www.thesun.ie/who/richie-myler/), 32, [had split up](https://www.thesun.ie/tv/9594574/helen-skelton-moves-cumbria-husband-divorce/) — just four months after the [birth of their third child](https://www.thesun.ie/tv/8139805/helen-skelton-third-baby-child-richie-mytler/). [dating Stephanie Thirkill, 32](https://www.thesun.ie/tv/8739296/helen-skelton-richie-myler-dating-daughter-rugby/) — daughter of the club’s multi-millionaire owner Andrew. [marriage split](https://www.thesun.ie/tv/8705339/countryfile-helen-skelton-split-husband-richie-myler/) heartache and is being lined up for new roles to become the BBC’s golden girl.

The elusive Strictly Glitterball Trophy was awarded on Saturday night to documentarian Hamza Yassin who won the contest alongside pro dancer Jowita Prystal. It ...

"Every week we get so many messages from people who share things about their life and that's the ultimate humbling thing, when you're in TV that's why you do it because you like connecting with people and being part of things. She is being lined up for guest presenting slots on the BBC’s The One Show and Morning Live.” Helen and Gorka were among the favourites to win Strictly. [39-year-old Countryfile presenter](https://www.devonlive.com/news/celebs-tv/strictly-come-dancing-helen-skelton-7890632) who has had a difficult year, having announced her split from husband Richie Myler in April after eight years of marriage. The elusive Strictly Glitterball Trophy was awarded on Saturday night to documentarian Hamza Yassin who won the contest alongside pro dancer Jowita Prystal. [reports the Mirror.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/helen-skelton-set-become-bbc-28760554)

Helen Skelton danced for the final time last night - but it wasn't enough to see her lift the Glitterball trophy with partner Gorka Marquez.

Shirley Ballas told Helen and Gorka after the dance: "Everybody who dances today is a winner in my eyes but you peaked at just the right time. #helenskelton for the #glitterball" xx" [Leeds takeaway I Am Doner serves some of the UK's very best kebabs](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/best-in-leeds/restaurants-bars/leeds-takeaway-am-doner-serves-25770438) [The roast dinner haven glistening above the M62 which offers an indulgent 'cakeaway' service](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/best-in-leeds/restaurants-bars/heathfield-farm-review-roast-dinner-25748147) [Infamously rude Karen's Diner is opening in Leeds for special New Year's Eve event](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/best-in-leeds/restaurants-bars/infamously-rude-karens-diner-opening-25761782) [Leeds' Barburrito dish that tastes like a modern day Christmas dinner in a wrap](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/best-in-leeds/whats-on-news/leeds-barburrito-dish-tastes-like-25755094) [Leeds officially named one of the best 23 places to visit in the world in 2023](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/leeds-news/leeds-officially-named-one-best-25749072) @Sarah_EmilyP added: "Sorry, I’m so emotional watching the #StrictlyFinal lol Helen Skelton’s dad is sobbing in the audience and I can’t handle it". @ThePipsteroo tweeted: "The whole world now loves @HelenSkelton‘s dad as much as they love Helen.