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The duo eventually walked away with 47 out of a possible 50, putting them in second place, just behind Kimberly Wyatt and Mark Hanretty. 'In spirit I'm not pretending. Arlene told reporters at the time the decision was handled "poorly". They finally confirmed the news at the launch of their autumn schedule on 9 July 2009:[11] she was replaced by former Strictly winner Alesha Dixon. She looks pained as she recalls the BBC's 'unacceptable behaviour' (her words) now. She told Good Housekeeping: "[I was told] I was some kind of freak, that I would find it hard to bond with my baby when I could be the grandmother. The pair split up seven years later and are no longer in touch and he now works as a university. Eventually, I went to his house in Primrose Hill in North London and just rang the doorbell until he couldn't bear the sound any more. MORE:Strictly's Tess Daly looks totally flawless in swimsuit photo - here's how she stays in shape. Arlene was 47 when she gave birth to her daughter, and she spoke to Closer and said: "[I was told] I was some kind of freak, that I would find it hard to bond with my baby when I could be the grandmother.". [4] She went on to teach her style of jazz dance at The Dance Centre, later named Pineapple Dance Studios in Covent Garden,[4] and at the Italia Conti Stage School,[4] so establishing herself as a successful teacher and choreographer. On 20 February 2022, Phillips joined ITV's Dancing on Ice as a guest Judge for Musicals week. MORE:Romeo Beckham has the best reaction to Tilly Ramsay's Strictly performance. Arlene Phillips: Why I'm still haunted by Strictly. The choreographer explained that five permanent judges would be too chaotic and said feedback should be kept short and snappy. By RELATED: Arlene Phillips reveals she gets mistaken for this Strictly star all the time, "My energy is always there, I don't even think about how it's there," she said. It was reported at the time that they had decided to pick Alesha in order to bring a younger feel to the show, which sparked some criticism from Arlene's fans who accused the show of ageism. [4] In the summer of 1996, she was stage director on the opening run of Michael Flatley's Irish dance show, Lord of the Dance at Dublin's Point Theatre. 'It has been hard to open that box [of memories] but I am slowly opening it.'. But I was so vulnerable. Bez and Angela were then forced to take part in the dreaded skate-off, and it didnt go well for them. [11][12], The replacement of Phillips led to an unprecedented intervention from the then Minister for Women and Equality, Harriet Harman. You have to deliver. Meanwhile, Phillips has confirmed that she will not be returning to the Dancing on Ice panel for the next series. He put up with her moods and 'grumpiness' during lockdown and laughed out loud when he learned she was to be a Dame. Arlene Thompson Phillips. By I needed to step out of it. Do you have a story for The Sun Showbiz team? 'I don't think anyone has any idea of the kind of pain they were in. I'm A Celeb's David Ginola blasted as 'cowardly' by mother of alleged 'lovechild', I'm A Celebrity 2021 stars spotted arriving in Wales as the show countdown begins, Frankie Bridge tipped to become Queen of the Castle amid I'm A Celeb line-up rumours, I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! Find the I'm A Celebrity line up in full here, For all your I'm A Celebrity news and showbiz updates, sign up to OK! Arlene Phillips has two children; daughter Alana from her first marriage, and Abi from her relationship with Ion. We've rounded up everything Arlene has said about how she's stayed looking so young, from her diet to her skincare regime and whether she's had Botox or plastic surgery. They have also lived in Swansboro, NC and New Bern, NC. [4], Phillips was assistant choreographer on the 1982 film Annie[4] and the promotional video for the Duran Duran song The Wild Boys, named Best British Video at the 1985 BRIT Awards. Arlene also joked that Alana is that her "secret weapon" when it comes to looking young because her daughter is so good at doing her makeup. In summer 2011, one of the books, Viennese Waltz, was selected to be part of Richard and Judy's Summer Children's Reading List. Let's take a look Arlene's husband Angus hails from London, where he's a designer carpenter. [13] The Gala for Grenfell took place on 30 July 2017 at the Adelphi Theatre, London and included stars from Strictly Come Dancing, The Royal Ballet and Sir Matthew Bourne's New Adventures company. From her career, to her family life and the real reason she left Strictly Come Dancing, here's everything you need to know: Arlene Phillips is a choreographer, theatre director, talent scout, TV star and former dancer herself. However, not all viewers were as happy as Brendan with Arlene on the show with many complaining that her scoring was all over the place. I feel like we're being led a merry dance but we're not joining in and dancing. He has won the best actor Olivier award twice, for his performances in Cyrano de Bergerac in 1983 and Twelfth Night in 2009. Elsewhere, Arlene joined the judging panel this week as a guest judge. ", DISCOVER: I'm a Celebrity star Naughty Boy's mum distressed watching show. For many years, Dame Arlene Phillips, now 78, was referred to as 'Arlene-Phillips-66' after she was booted off Strictly Come Dancing's judging panel in 2009 and replaced. In 2021, it was revealed that the dancing judge will be taking part in I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. [4] In 2008, she created, produced, and choreographed the ITV television serial Britannia High. is a registered trade mark of Reach Magazines Worldwide Limited and is used under licence by Reach Magazines Publishing Plc. Jacobi, who was one of the first actors to appear with Laurence Oliviers fledgling National Theatre company in the 1960s, is to receive the lifetime achievement award. Dance is part of Arlene's DNA. 6 of our favourite bags from the luxe new accessories label to know, The $5.99 secret behind Gwyneth Paltrows glowing skin, Wedding lists 2023: what every couple will be wishing for. An insider said the choreographers experience was seen as a huge asset by ITV bosses. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. Arlene is never still. [5], Phillips has also been a judge on the UK version of So You Think You Can Dance?. Dame Arlene Phillips is probably best known for being one of the original judges on Strictly Come Dancing, but what many won't realise is she's been an internationally renowned choreographer, theatre director, talent scout, and dancer for over 40 years. Sign up to our newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. 'There were all kinds of there and back conversations. By registering to HELLO! It's just about enjoying who you are. 'No one in my family will see me as a Dame,' she says. Dance has always been my salvation.'. The Glitz. The choreographer fell pregnant with Abi when she was 47, and last year she recalled being made to feel like a 'freak' for being an older expectant mum. Arlene Phillips's birth flower is Lily of the valley. Right now, Arlene is working on four productions What's New Pussycat? Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK! [3] When Phillips was 15, her mother, who had been suffering from leukaemia, died aged 43 just before Phillips was due to take her exams. 'I've also had a little Botox and fillers,' she says with a new-found candour that seems to go hand in hand with the honorary title she can't get used to. Arlene Phillips, 78, is heading to North Wales for the 21st series of I'm A Celebrity, hosted by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly. Arlene Phillips has shocked I'm a Celebrity fans with her eternally youthful looks since the new series kicked off last week. It was just endless, endless. Other celebrities heading in to the jungle were seen rocking up in Wales too. I don't get it any more. It is, she says, her 'passion'. They didn't exist. MORE: Why did Arlene Phillips leave Strictly Come Dancing? 'When I say packed I mean packed. At the time she was sharing the panel withBruno Tonioli,Craig Revel HorwoodandLen Goodman. When she was just 15 years old, her mother died from leukaemia aged 43. We've been loving the return of Strictly Come Dancing and seeing the brand new celebrity contestants take the floor with some show-stopping routines. Arlene sparkles. ! another said. [3], Phillips originally wanted to be a ballet dancer and began dance classes at the age of three, studying ballet and tap dance at the Muriel Tweedy School in Manchester after leaving school at 16. 'I absolutely want to do a facelift but there are two reasons I haven't: one, I don't like pain in any form and, two, while wanting to look kind of young I don't want to pretend I'm younger than I am. Arlene Phillips has shocked I'm a Celebrity fans with her eternally youthful looks since the new series kicked off last week. I dont think people know me and the real me is very different I am very caring and I love that caring side of my life. I just feel all kind of wrong for something like this. Dame Arlene Phillips DBE (born 22 May 1943)[1] is an English choreographer, talent scout, television judge and presenter, theatre director, and former dancer, who has worked in many fields of entertainment. It was a creative thing.'. [5], Internationally, Phillips is most noted as a jazz and musical theatre choreographer, having worked on some of the biggest-selling musicals in West End and Broadway theatre, and a number of successful films. Ive loved every moment, Bez said of his time on the show. It felt like life was a life of pure joy. "I don't think they were going to have five judges this year, it was just a one-off last year, in a way a post-pandemic return.". Absolute madness" while another commented: "Arlene Phillips needs to drop her skincare routine, because she looks amazing for 78". Shoppers say this new no-needle 'instant filler' is a game changer for lines and wrinkles, This 'curated ear design' brand is a go-to for fashion influencers - and we have a discount, 6 of our favourite bags from the luxe new accessories label to know. The following year, she became a judge on another popular dance show, So You Think You Can Dance? 9. She has four notebooks, one for each, and a brain that's in overdrive. 'But I don't want to open old wounds. 10. [24], Last edited on 12 February 2023, at 22:18, Officer of the Order of the British Empire, Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire, "Arlene Phillips: 'I now want to do things that are totally out of my comfort zone', "I'm A Celebrity 2021: Prestwich's Dame Arlene Phillips to be show's oldest contestant at 78", "Passed/Failed: An education in the life of Arlene Phillips, choreographer and creator of Hot Gossip", "Eurovision Day 7: Russia, Germany, UK, Spain", "Eurovision 2012: Engelbert Humperdinck 'very proud of song', "Lets Dance for Comic Relief Series 5 Episode 3", "Who is Arlene Phillips? The actor is to get the lifetime achievement honour and the choreographer the special award at this years theatre prizes in April. It was a wonderful time. I'm a choreographer first and foremost. Back in the day when she was a pop video choreographer, one of her dancers split open the head of another while on the set of a Freddie Mercury video. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Its not stage fright exactly. contestant Arlene Phillips Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox. "I let all these remarks go by with tears in my eyes. I've had Botox and I've had fillers of some sort, but Im not very good with needles. She has twice been nominated for the award for best theatre choreographer, for Grease in 1994 and Saturday Night Fever in 1999. Many people will recognise her from Strictly Come Dancing, where she was a judge for four years until 2009. 'I quickly had to pick myself up again because I had to be in a rehearsal room for The Sound Of Music tour with Connie Fisher. Arlene Phillips doesn't feel like a Dame. 'Yesterday I got on to a packed, crowded Tube train and was almost in tears at the number of people not wearing masks,' she says. In spirit I love being surrounded by the young people I'm surrounded with.' We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. [4], Following Phillips's appearance on Your Country Needs You, she choreographed the performance of the United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009. She smiles brightly. [9], In Britain, Phillips first became a household name as the director and choreographer of Hot Gossip, a British dance troupe which she formed in 1974,[3] using students she was teaching at the time. Im A Celeb: Mark Jefferies looks ahead at the latest series, Arlene Phillips is taking on the I'm A Celeb castle at aged 78, She appeared on Strictly as a judge until 2008. Pandora Christie It's a 50/50 split in fact! 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