There wasn't much dancing in Westlife, but Louie Spence has given us a taste of what might have been.
In a clip from this afternoon's (September 10) episode of celeb cookery game show Who's Doing the Dishes?, the Pineapple Dance Studios star teaches host and former boyband singer Brian McFadden some very sexy moves.
McFadden laments the fact that Spence never danced for his band, before the choreographer points out: "There wasn't a lot of dancing in Westlife, was there?
"A lot of chair action going on, wasn't there?"
The 'Real to Me' singer asks Spence whether he could have made them a bit sexier, to which the dancer knowingly replies, "Brian, really?" and proceeds to get involved in some "hip action".
Who's Doing the Dishes? involves four diners spending a week in different mystery celebrities' houses as they try to guess who is cooking their food, with clues given during the meal.
In a clip from this afternoon's (September 10) episode of celeb cookery game show Who's Doing the Dishes?, the Pineapple Dance Studios star teaches host and former boyband singer Brian McFadden some very sexy moves.
McFadden laments the fact that Spence never danced for his band, before the choreographer points out: "There wasn't a lot of dancing in Westlife, was there?
"A lot of chair action going on, wasn't there?"
The 'Real to Me' singer asks Spence whether he could have made them a bit sexier, to which the dancer knowingly replies, "Brian, really?" and proceeds to get involved in some "hip action".
Who's Doing the Dishes? involves four diners spending a week in different mystery celebrities' houses as they try to guess who is cooking their food, with clues given during the meal.
- 9/10/2015
- Digital Spy
Tom Hardy has admitted that he wants to return to the big screen as Bane.
The Mad Max: Fury Road star played Batman's tough, mumbling nemesis in The Dark Knight Rises, but when asked if he would be up for a return to the DC Comics universe, his answer was crystal clear.
"Of course! I'm Bane," he told MTV.
Hardy also gave his thoughts on who would win in a fight between Batman and Superman, ahead of the pair's much-anticipated face-off in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
"I would like to hold the pair of them underwater until the bubbles stop," he said, though he joked that he would be playing Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence at the time.
Hardy is starring as both of the Kray twins in the drama Legend, which is released on Wednesday (September 9) in the UK, and on October 2 in the Us.
Legend...
The Mad Max: Fury Road star played Batman's tough, mumbling nemesis in The Dark Knight Rises, but when asked if he would be up for a return to the DC Comics universe, his answer was crystal clear.
"Of course! I'm Bane," he told MTV.
Hardy also gave his thoughts on who would win in a fight between Batman and Superman, ahead of the pair's much-anticipated face-off in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
"I would like to hold the pair of them underwater until the bubbles stop," he said, though he joked that he would be playing Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence at the time.
Hardy is starring as both of the Kray twins in the drama Legend, which is released on Wednesday (September 9) in the UK, and on October 2 in the Us.
Legend...
- 9/7/2015
- Digital Spy
The BBC has detailed three celebrity editions of The Great British Sewing Bee.
Each Children In Need special will see four famous faces attempt to impress judges Patrick Grant and May Martin, and will be fronted by a different guest host.
DJ Edith Bowman, Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers, Coronation Street actress Wendi Peters, and Embarrassing Bodies' Dr Dawn Harper will compete in the first episode, presented by Jenny Éclair .
Sara Cox will oversee Pineapple Dance Studios' Louie Spence, stand-up Mark Watson, TV presenter Gaby Roslin and actress Pam Ferris in the second edition.
Finally, BBC Radio 1's Gemma Cairney, comedian Helen Lederer, author Kathryn Flett, and Overtones singer Timmy Matley will hit the sewing machines when Anita Rani takes charge.
Speaking about the shows, Bowman said: "It was a total joy to be part of Gbsb for BBC Children in Need, if not totally daunting.
"Having Patrick...
Each Children In Need special will see four famous faces attempt to impress judges Patrick Grant and May Martin, and will be fronted by a different guest host.
DJ Edith Bowman, Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers, Coronation Street actress Wendi Peters, and Embarrassing Bodies' Dr Dawn Harper will compete in the first episode, presented by Jenny Éclair .
Sara Cox will oversee Pineapple Dance Studios' Louie Spence, stand-up Mark Watson, TV presenter Gaby Roslin and actress Pam Ferris in the second edition.
Finally, BBC Radio 1's Gemma Cairney, comedian Helen Lederer, author Kathryn Flett, and Overtones singer Timmy Matley will hit the sewing machines when Anita Rani takes charge.
Speaking about the shows, Bowman said: "It was a total joy to be part of Gbsb for BBC Children in Need, if not totally daunting.
"Having Patrick...
- 10/13/2014
- Digital Spy
Celebrity Big Brother's Louie Spence has been nominated for eviction.
The Pineapple Dance Studios star was chosen by fellow housemates Ron Atkinson and Vicky Entwistle, following Danielle Marr's eviction earlier this evening (August 28).
Big Brother granted Atkinson and Entwistle the power to nominate one housemate after they survived the first public vote of the series.
The pair were called to the Diary Room where they were asked to make a decision while their fellow housemates watched from the living area.
Atkinson put forward Lauren Harries as he said he would be interested to see how the public are reacting to her. He added that he has yet to make up his mind about her.
However, former Coronation Street star Entwistle disagreed with the suggestion and said that she would rather nominate Spence.
Spence, Harries and Sophie Anderton made the first nominations of the series after joining the Cult...
The Pineapple Dance Studios star was chosen by fellow housemates Ron Atkinson and Vicky Entwistle, following Danielle Marr's eviction earlier this evening (August 28).
Big Brother granted Atkinson and Entwistle the power to nominate one housemate after they survived the first public vote of the series.
The pair were called to the Diary Room where they were asked to make a decision while their fellow housemates watched from the living area.
Atkinson put forward Lauren Harries as he said he would be interested to see how the public are reacting to her. He added that he has yet to make up his mind about her.
However, former Coronation Street star Entwistle disagreed with the suggestion and said that she would rather nominate Spence.
Spence, Harries and Sophie Anderton made the first nominations of the series after joining the Cult...
- 8/28/2013
- Digital Spy
Celebrity Big Brother has revealed the lineup for its new series.
Louie Spence was the first housemate to enter. The dancer, who found fame on Pineapple Dance Studios, said that he loves causing controversy and people don't always like what he has to say.
Joining him was former child prodigy Lauren Harries. She first found fame talking about antiques on TV with Terry Wogan. Having previously offered fashion advice on Big Brother's Bit on the Side, she promises to bring 'sex appeal' into the house.
Reality show regular and former wild child Sophie Anderton became the third to join. At the height of her career, she was earning £30,000 a week which led to a party lifestyle. Clean from drugs since 2009, she has become a self-confessed homebody and claims to be constantly cleaning.
The trio were given a secret mission by Big Brother. After being called into the Diary Room, it...
Louie Spence was the first housemate to enter. The dancer, who found fame on Pineapple Dance Studios, said that he loves causing controversy and people don't always like what he has to say.
Joining him was former child prodigy Lauren Harries. She first found fame talking about antiques on TV with Terry Wogan. Having previously offered fashion advice on Big Brother's Bit on the Side, she promises to bring 'sex appeal' into the house.
Reality show regular and former wild child Sophie Anderton became the third to join. At the height of her career, she was earning £30,000 a week which led to a party lifestyle. Clean from drugs since 2009, she has become a self-confessed homebody and claims to be constantly cleaning.
The trio were given a secret mission by Big Brother. After being called into the Diary Room, it...
- 8/22/2013
- Digital Spy
Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence and Mr Motivator are the latest celebrities linked to this summer's edition of Celebrity Big Brother.
Dean Bell, who appeared in Channel 4 documentary Skint, is also being tipped to take part in the latest run of the Channel 5 reality series.
Celebrity Big Brother returns on Thursday, August 22 at 9pm and Channel 5 have promised that the show will start with a "big twist".
A second launch show follows on Friday (August 23).
Other rumoured celebs taking part include reality TV duo Sam Faiers and Charlotte Crosby, 5ive singer Abz, Bobbi Kristina Brown, former football manager Ron Atkinson, Loose Women star Carol McGiffin, Outkast rapper Big Boi and model Sophie Anderton.
It is the 12th series of Celebrity Big Brother.
The current run of normal Big Brother concludes on Monday, August 19.
Celebrity Big Brother - all the latest rumours:...
Dean Bell, who appeared in Channel 4 documentary Skint, is also being tipped to take part in the latest run of the Channel 5 reality series.
Celebrity Big Brother returns on Thursday, August 22 at 9pm and Channel 5 have promised that the show will start with a "big twist".
A second launch show follows on Friday (August 23).
Other rumoured celebs taking part include reality TV duo Sam Faiers and Charlotte Crosby, 5ive singer Abz, Bobbi Kristina Brown, former football manager Ron Atkinson, Loose Women star Carol McGiffin, Outkast rapper Big Boi and model Sophie Anderton.
It is the 12th series of Celebrity Big Brother.
The current run of normal Big Brother concludes on Monday, August 19.
Celebrity Big Brother - all the latest rumours:...
- 8/15/2013
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has claimed that he could turn a straight man gay. The Pineapple Dance Studios star said that he could see an opportunity presenting itself if a prospective partner is drunk. "I think when they've had too many beers, possibly [I could turn them]," he told New. "I have never had a straight man myself but I know lots of people that have." Spence went on to reveal that he has kissed a woman before, but "not recently". "The last time I (more)...
- 7/18/2012
- by By Daniel Sperling
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has predicted that Chico will depart first in the Dancing on Ice final tomorrow night (March 25). The skating show judge told ITV's Daybreak that the winner will be either Matthew Wolfenden or Jorgie Porter. Spence said: "Matthew and Jorgie have some form of dance training, whereas Chico - what does he do?" The Pineapple Dance Studios entertainer added that Chico has "no chance" of (more)...
- 3/24/2012
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Dancing On Ice judge Louie Spence has admitted that he was "so surprised" to be offered a job on the show. The Pineapple Dance Studios star said his recruitment came as a shock, as he knew axed panellist Jason Gardiner was "still negotiating" his return at the time. "I was so surprised to get the Dancing on Ice job because it came around really suddenly," he told The People. "The first I heard of it was from an article in the paper saying that I was being looked at to do it. "I don't know the ins and outs but I believe Jason decided it wasn't for him this year. It was his decision to move on. So when (more)...
- 3/10/2012
- by By Daniel Sperling
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence is to take part in a Sport Relief challenge in an attempt to break the 'sock slide' world record. The Pineapple Dance Studios star will team up with Sainsbury's to help raise funds and awareness for the charity by trying to pull off the longest sock slide, as inspired by the classic scene from Risky Business starring Tom Cruise. Spence said of the challenge: "Pull on a fabulous pair of Sport Relief socks and not only will you be supporting a great cause and raising money for Sport Relief, you can slide your way to the title of Sock Sliding Champion. "Take your moment to shine - be creative, be original and leave the other contenders for dust!" The Sainsbury's Sport Relief Sock Sliding Challenge will take place at eight Sainsbury's stores around the country. The longest sock slide at each store will receive (more)...
- 2/20/2012
- by By Tom Eames
- Digital Spy
Dancing on Ice judge Louie Spence has insisted that he's still good friends with Jason Gardiner, who he replaced on the ITV1 talent show. Gardiner was axed from the series last year and Pineapple Dance Studios performer Spence, who is close friends with Gardiner, was called up to stand in on the panel. However, the dancer and entertainer denied rumours that his new job had damaged his friendship with Spence. "[Jason and I] had lunch yesterday and he's been having a great time, he's absolutely fine - I mean our friendship is so much stronger than any TV show," Spence told This Morning. "We are great friends and there is no animosity (more)...
- 2/7/2012
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has revealed that he is having a great deal of fun with his Dancing on Ice judging role. The Pineapple Dance Studios star said that he has already been impressed by a number of contestants. Speaking on the National Television Awards red carpet, he is quoted by Entertainment Wise as saying: "I'm having lots of fun. It's something really easy for me. "I only have to speak a maximum of 30 seconds and then I have to critique (more)...
- 1/26/2012
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Celebrity Big Brother star Andrew Stone has claimed that Simon Cowell became furious when he discovered X Factor producers turned him down at an audition. The Pineapple Dance Studios performer said Cowell was devastated to lose him from a previous series of the show, apparently considering him to be "TV gold". "Simon wasn't aware that I had auditioned for The X Factor many years ago," he said during a Daybreak appearance this week. "It was about seven or eight years ago - and when he found out that I had auditioned (more)...
- 1/14/2012
- by By Daniel Sperling
- Digital Spy
Celebrity Big Brother star Andrew Stone has predicted that former housemate Georgia Salpa's participation in the show will be a "disaster". The Pineapple Dance Studios favourite, who was evicted from the house over Salpa on Wednesday (January 11), said the model had wasted the chance to raise her profile by allowing herself to be outshone by others. "Georgia is an amazing looking girl but she's totally out of her depth with all the stars in there," Stone told The Mirror. "She's too boring and she's allowing herself to get eaten alive by the other contestants. She needs to liven up. "My worry for her is that rather than Big Brother being a great career move, it could end up being a disaster. In the outside world (more)...
- 1/13/2012
- by By Daniel Sperling
- Digital Spy
Andrew Stone has described his Celebrity Big Brother experience as "amazing" and "panto". Pineapple Dance Studios star Stone was the first person voted out of the show this evening, garnering less support than model Georgia Salpa in the public poll. Talking about why he thought he was nominated by his fellow housemates, he said: "I'm a bit like Marmite TV - you'll either get me or you won't . I'm a bit of a kaleidoscopic person. "They all said, 'We didn't know who to nominate'. People came to me and said, 'I wish (more)...
- 1/11/2012
- by By Tom Eames
- Digital Spy
Andrew Stone is the housemate Digital Spy readers want evicted from Celebrity Big Brother tonight (January 11). The Pineapple Dance Studios star has over 63% of the vote currently, way ahead of Irish model Georgia Salpa. However, fans of the series have suggested that the 'vote to save' rather than 'vote to evict' phone vote will work in Stone's favour, because he has enjoyed more coverage in the highlights shows than Salpa. Kirk Norcross and Nicola McLean (more)...
- 1/11/2012
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Glamour model Georgia Salpa is the boomakers' favourite to be the first housemate evicted from Celebrity Big Brother this week. The Irish Lynx model will square up with Pineapple Dance Studios star Andrew Stone in this week's midweek eviction and Ladbrokes rates her as the most likely to get the chop. Salpa, 26, is 4/7 to be the first celeb booted off the show, while Stone can be backed at 5/4. Natalie Cassidy remains the favourite (9/4) to win the series following her performance in (more)...
- 1/9/2012
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Andrew Stone has claimed that his Celebrity Big Brother housemates have "judged" him and he doesn't believe he will survive this week's eviction. The Pineapple Dance Studios star also argued that it would be everyone else's loss if he were to leave the reality show. "It would be a shame if I got out because there's a lot more I can give to this show and you guys," he said. "It's too early for that. It's their loss as much as mine if I go out. I feel like I've gone. I feel like I'm going on Wednesday." Stone repeated on numerous occasions that he wasn't bothered about being nominated by his fellow housemates, but circled around the subject in various discussions. "I've been myself. I've been very giving, I've been very loving and I've not come in here trying to be anyone (more)...
- 1/9/2012
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
The first Celebrity Big Brother housemates to face the public vote this series have been announced. Pineapple Dance Studios star Andrew Stone and model Georgia Salpa were revealed as having received the most nominations when the group voted for the first time today (January 8). One of them will become the first housemate to be evicted from the compound on Wednesday (January 11) in a live show hosted by Brian Dowling. Ex EastEnders actress Natalie Cassidy has become the early favourite to win (more)...
- 1/8/2012
- by By Daniel Sperling
- Digital Spy
Phillip Schofield has admitted that he has researched Dancing on Ice judge Katarina Witt's Playboy pictures.
Schofield confessed that he was shocked when he Googled the German figure skater, who posed for the men's magazine in 1998. "I have Googled her Playboy pics... good lord, that's a turn up for the books!" the Dancing on Ice host told The Sun's TV Buzz. Witt and Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence have joined the (more)...
Schofield confessed that he was shocked when he Googled the German figure skater, who posed for the men's magazine in 1998. "I have Googled her Playboy pics... good lord, that's a turn up for the books!" the Dancing on Ice host told The Sun's TV Buzz. Witt and Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence have joined the (more)...
- 1/6/2012
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Celebrity Big Brother housemate Romeo Dunn was shocked to discover that Andrew Stone is not gay, as seen in the video below. The So Solid Crew member confessed to making assumptions about the dance teacher as they chatted on their first night in the house. "I'll be fair to you mate, no flirting or nothing, but you don't look a day over 30," Romeo told the Pineapple Dance Studios star, prompting Stone to assure him later: "Listen mate, I'm straight." "Are you straight?" Romeo exclaimed, visibly recoiling in surprise. Stone replied: "Yeah, I'm very straight," upon which the (more)...
- 1/6/2012
- by By Daniel Sperling
- Digital Spy
Kerry Katona has slammed dancer Andrew Stone following his entrance into the Celebrity Big Brother house. Speaking on last night's Bit on the Side, Katona vented her frustration at the Pineapple Dance Studios star for his apparent inflated ego. Katona, who starred on last year's series, told Emma Willis: "Andrew Stone is basically getting on my t*ts straight away. "I've never seen anybody so into themselves. 'I'm (more)...
- 1/6/2012
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Celebrity Big Brother contestant Andrew Stone has claimed that he is more famous than Coronation Street. The Pineapple Dance Studios instructor insisted that his decision to join the reality show makes him neither a "wannabe" nor "fame hungry". "I'm not fame hungry and I'm not a wannabe," he said. "I can cut it! I'm in it to win it and I will not give up. I'm bigger than Corrie. "I would say, as a dancer, I'm as good as Justin Timberlake. I've sung with Tina Turner, I've danced with Britney Spears, my CV speaks (more)...
- 1/5/2012
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
X Factor's Frankie Cocozza and Reservoir Dogs star Michael Madsen are among the 2012 Celebrity Big Brother housemates. Thirteen stars entered the Channel 5 reality show this evening, which was hosted by Brian Dowling at Elstree Studios. Joining Cocozza and Madsen are Pineapple Dance Studios musician Andrew Stone, rugby star Gareth Thomas and model Georgia Salpa. The Only Way Is Essex's Kirk Norcross followed in the footsteps of his former girlfriend and Towie co-star Amy Childs and entered the compound, while Playboy twins Kristina Shannon and Karissa Shannon, who count as (more)...
- 1/5/2012
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Celebrity Big Brother kicks off tonight at 9pm on Channel 5 and the rumoured housemates list keeps getting longer and longer with more famous faces (and z-listers) being linked to the reality series. Frankie Cocozza is a longstanding rumour, having been linked to the show almost immediately after he was axed from The X Factor. Brian Dowling appeared to hint at his inclusion during an interview with Digital Spy, but Cocozza's contracts with Syco and ITV may prevent him from taking part. Other hot tips who look likely to make the final cut include Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen, British comic Ruby Wax, Pineapple Dance Studios star Andrew Stone and Towie's Kirk Norcross. Ex-EastEnders actress Natalie Cassidy and former Corrie star Denise Welch's names have been swirling around the rumour (more)...
- 1/5/2012
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Michael Madsen and Ruby Wax are the latest names to be rumoured for a Celebrity Big Brother appearance. The Reservoir Dogs actor and the comedienne have reportedly signed a deal to star in the Channel 5 reality series, which starts next month. Pineapple Dance Studios star Andrew Stone is another new name linked to the show, according to The Sun. Stone appeared as a guest housemate during Channel 4's final full series in 2010 as part of a special dance task. A studio insider revealed: "Ruby is very feisty and speaks her mind so she won't take fools lightly in the house. Michael is a great (more)...
- 12/28/2011
- by By Tom Eames
- Digital Spy
The judging lineup for the upcoming series of Dancing on Ice has been announced. Louie Spence, Katarina Witt and Robin Cousins will make up the panel for the ITV skating show's next run, which begins in January. The news follows Friday's confirmation that former judges Jason Gardiner and Emma Bunton have left the series. Karen Barber will return in her role as head coach. Choreographer Spence has worked with Kylie Minogue, Robbie Williams and Mariah Carey, and is best known for appearing on Sky1's Pineapple Dance Studios and Show Business. He said: "I'm looking forward to being part of such a challenging and spectacular show and can't wait to give my encouragement and critique on the contestants' dance and performance on the ice." Figure skating champion Witt (more)...
- 12/3/2011
- by By Christian Tobin
- Digital Spy
The judging lineup for the upcoming series of Dancing on Ice has been announced. Louie Spence, Karen Barber, Katarina Witt and Robin Cousins will make up the panel for the ITV skating show's next run, which begins in January. The news follows Friday's confirmation that former judges Jason Gardiner and Emma Bunton have left the series. Choreographer Spence has worked with Kylie Minogue, Robbie Williams and Mariah Carey, and is best known for appearing on Sky1's Pineapple Dance Studios and Show Business. He said: "I'm looking forward to being part of such a challenging and spectacular show and can't wait to give my encouragement and critique on the contestants' dance and performance on the ice." Figure skating champion Witt won gold medals at the Sarajevo 1984 and (more)...
- 12/3/2011
- by By Christian Tobin
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has been linked with a judging role on Dancing on Ice. The former Pineapple Dance Studios star is one of a number of people who are of interest to the ITV1 reality show's producers, according to The Sun. The paper also reports that current judges Jason Gardiner and Emma Bunton have not yet been offered new deals for next year's show. An insider claimed: "This year's judging lineup is being taken to the wire. Producers want to refresh things and Jason and Emma look the most vulnerable. "The show has been running for several years, and like all ITV shows they are overhauled occasionally to keep viewers interested." Former Spice Girls singer Bunton joined the panel in December 2009, replacing West End star Ruthie Henshall. Choreographer (more)...
- 11/23/2011
- by By Kate Goodacre
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has denied reports that he will be joining the cast of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! The choreographer and Pineapple Dance Studios star told ITV1's Daybreak that he will not be taking part in the show as he is about to start rehearsing for a pantomime in Manchester. When asked a question by Christine Bleakley about why he'd posted the words "I'm a Celebrity" on his Twitter account with no further explanation, Spence said: "No, no, [I'm not going]. "I've changed my [Twitter] profile picture to my pantomime picture, which I'm doing in Manchester from [December] 3rd to the 31st. I'm playing Dandini in Cinderella at the Manchester Opera House." Spence further explained: "I put that picture (more)...
- 11/9/2011
- by By Kate Goodacre
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence may be heading into the I'm A Celebrity jungle, Digital Spy has learned. The Pineapple Dance Studios star could be joining a rumoured lineup including Mark Wright, Freddie Starr and Natalie Cassidy on the ITV1 reality show. Spence has been linked in the past, but it was believed a fear of flying was preventing the dancer and entertainer from taking part. However, a source has said that Spence may have been won around and (more)...
- 11/8/2011
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has blamed producers for his "crap" Pineapple Dance Studios spin-off. Following Sky1's decision to axe the popular docusoap after one series, the choreographer landed new show Louie Spence's Showbusiness. It ran for 10 episodes earlier this year. However, Spence admitted that the new format had not been well received, telling The Sun that even his mother had to switch it off. "Pineapple and Sky couldn't get it together for another series so they called the show after me as I was the link with the first series. But you know what - it was crap. And I told them that." Spence continued: "My family watched it - and they are what I call everyday people - and my mum rang me and said, 'Oh I'm sorry Louie, I had to turn over. We didn't understand it'. "She (more)...
- 9/28/2011
- by By Ryan Love
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has been confirmed as This Morning's new style guru. The Pineapple Dance Studios star will have a regular slot on the ITV1 daytime show, offering advice on male grooming and clothing, the broadcaster announced. The 42-year-old, who has previously made one-off appearances on the lifestyle programme, will debut on the show when it launches its new on-screen look next week. Host Holly Willoughby, who presents alongside Phillip Schofield, will return to This Morning following her maternity leave. "I am ready (more)...
- 8/30/2011
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Programmes such as The Only Way Is Essex are watched by 'sophisticated' audiences, claim executives
Viewers have forgiven broadcasters for the string of deception scandals such as Queengate that so damaged their reputation just a few years ago, and happily accept a degree of fakery in shows such as The Only Way is Essex, a panel of senior documentary-makers claimed on Friday.
Speaking at Sheffield Doc/Fest, the creative director of BBC Entertainment North, Dominic Bird, said audiences are now so sophisticated and media literate that they do not feel swindled watching stage-managed segments in factual entertainment such as Sky 1's Pineapple Dance Studios or ITV2's The Only Way Is Essex.
"Of course if you are making a serious documentary then you expect it to be straight down the line but in something like Pineapple Dance Studios you need to have a bit of fun and have those unexpected...
Viewers have forgiven broadcasters for the string of deception scandals such as Queengate that so damaged their reputation just a few years ago, and happily accept a degree of fakery in shows such as The Only Way is Essex, a panel of senior documentary-makers claimed on Friday.
Speaking at Sheffield Doc/Fest, the creative director of BBC Entertainment North, Dominic Bird, said audiences are now so sophisticated and media literate that they do not feel swindled watching stage-managed segments in factual entertainment such as Sky 1's Pineapple Dance Studios or ITV2's The Only Way Is Essex.
"Of course if you are making a serious documentary then you expect it to be straight down the line but in something like Pineapple Dance Studios you need to have a bit of fun and have those unexpected...
- 6/10/2011
- by Ben Dowell
- The Guardian - Film News
Louie Spence has revealed that he will not be gracious about losing at the Philips British Academy Television Awards. Spence's show Pineapple Dance Studios was nominated in the 'Features' category but lost out to Hugh's Fish Fight. However, speaking to Digital Spy on the red carpet before the ceremony, Spence explained that he was expecting to win. "I'm just thinking we should win," he said. "Absolutely. We absolutely should win. All the other shows - Mary Queen Of Shops, just because she's doing something with the high street now she thinks she's going to win. Forget it, you're not. And the high street ain't going to happen just because of her. And that fringe is very Vidal Sassoon and needs (more)...
- 5/23/2011
- by By Catriona Wightman
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has revealed that he will not be gracious about losing at the Philips British Academy Television Awards. Spence's show Pineapple Dance Studios was nominated in the 'Features' category but lost out to Hugh's Fish Fight. However, speaking to Digital Spy on the red carpet before the ceremony, Spence explained that he was expecting to win. "I'm just thinking we should win," he said. "Absolutely. We absolutely should win. All the other shows - Mary Queen Of Shops, just because she's doing something with the high street now she thinks she's going to win. Forget it, you're not. And the high street ain't going to happen just because of her. And that fringe is very Vidal Sassoon and needs (more)...
- 5/23/2011
- by By Catriona Wightman
- Digital Spy
Louie Spence has revealed that he washes in olive oil. The Pineapple Dance Studios star told The Sunday Times that he regularly uses the food substance in the shower, even when washing after a gym session. Spence said: "I grab my gym bag along with my beauty kit, consisting of eye cream, lash curlers, moisturiser and eyebrow brush - and olive oil, which I wash in. "My gym's at Covent Garden. I always wear flip-flops - I won't do feet on dirty floors. I think I'm killing lots of people who enter the shower after me and slip on the olive oil, but I look fabulous and that's what matters." Of his plans when he goes out in the evening, Spence (more)...
- 5/23/2011
- by By Mayer Nissim
- Digital Spy
We all knew that Simon Cowell was vain but this takes the biscuit!
Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence has claimed that the X Factor boss regularly dyes his eyelashes as part of his ‘beauty’ regime.
He told The Sun:
“I met him at the Children’s Champion Awards. I was in touchable distance.
“He definitely dyes his lashes. Because I dye mine once a month and I thought, ‘Ooh your lashes are lovely’.
“He’s got a lovely colour on them. I was going to ask him what the tint was, but I thought, ‘No, I won’t go that far’.”
Normally we would write this off as total rubbish. However, many of Simon’s closest friends have in the past admitted that he goes to great lengths to make himself look good. Former Britain’s Got Talent judge Piers Morgan said:
“I’m not as vain as him,...
Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence has claimed that the X Factor boss regularly dyes his eyelashes as part of his ‘beauty’ regime.
He told The Sun:
“I met him at the Children’s Champion Awards. I was in touchable distance.
“He definitely dyes his lashes. Because I dye mine once a month and I thought, ‘Ooh your lashes are lovely’.
“He’s got a lovely colour on them. I was going to ask him what the tint was, but I thought, ‘No, I won’t go that far’.”
Normally we would write this off as total rubbish. However, many of Simon’s closest friends have in the past admitted that he goes to great lengths to make himself look good. Former Britain’s Got Talent judge Piers Morgan said:
“I’m not as vain as him,...
- 5/12/2011
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
Emmerdale star Suzanne Shaw has confirmed that she will be appearing in pantomime this Christmas, taking on the lead role in a production of Cinderella. The actress, who plays flirtatious Eve Jenson on the ITV1 soap, will take to the stage at the Manchester Opera House throughout December. According to The Guide, the theatre show will run from December 3 to 31, also featuring Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence in the role of Dandini. Shaw commented: "I am really excited and looking forward to playing Cinderella (more)...
- 5/6/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Just when you thought the award season was over, the BAFTA nominations were announced today. The ceremony, which takes place next month in London, will see the cream of the television crop battle it out for the coveted gongs. Nominees include Mad Dogs, the tense murder drama set in Majorca, which is up for Best Drama Serial, and we bet Louie Spence and his crew will be doing pirouettes as Pineapple Dance Studios has been nominated in the Features category.
- 5/3/2011
- Sky TV
Miranda Hart has revealed that she will be joined by Jls and Louie Spence on her upcoming Comic Relief sketch.
The hunky X Factor boyband and camp Pineapple Dance Studios star will be put through their paces by Hart who plays a “dance teacher extraordinaire”.
She said:
“I love Red Nose Day because I used to work as a Pa at Comic Relief and saw firsthand the passion and commitment the people there had for such vital causes. I will always support such a wonderful charity.”
“I enjoyed the sketch immensely because I’m sharing the screen with a boyband and that rarely happens in my sitcom!”
Jls’s Marvin added: “Viewers should expect the unexpected! It’s gonna be amazing!”
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The hunky X Factor boyband and camp Pineapple Dance Studios star will be put through their paces by Hart who plays a “dance teacher extraordinaire”.
She said:
“I love Red Nose Day because I used to work as a Pa at Comic Relief and saw firsthand the passion and commitment the people there had for such vital causes. I will always support such a wonderful charity.”
“I enjoyed the sketch immensely because I’m sharing the screen with a boyband and that rarely happens in my sitcom!”
Jls’s Marvin added: “Viewers should expect the unexpected! It’s gonna be amazing!”
View the original post X Factor’s Jls & Louie Spence to appear on Miranda Hart Comic Relief sketch on Unreality TV...
- 3/17/2011
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
Jls and Louie Spence have been confirmed to make appearances in Miranda Hart's Comic Relief sketch. Airing on Red Nose Day, the X Factor boyband and Pineapple Dance Studios star will be participating in a skit that involves Hart working as a "dance teacher extraordinaire". "I love Red Nose Day because I used to work as a Pa at Comic Relief and saw firsthand the passion and commitment the people there had for such vital causes. I will always support such a wonderful (more)...
- 3/17/2011
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Andrew Stone has said that questions about his sexuality are "laughable". The Pineapple Dance Studios star told Heat that his supposed campness does not mean he has any homosexual feelings. Asked if he is gay, Stone said: "I couldn't be straighter. This whole thing is laughable to me... Look, I've worked in the industry 30 years and it's just what my life is. What's normal to me might not be to other people." When it was suggested that his hair is unusual for a straight (more)...
- 2/8/2011
- by By Mayer Nissim
- Digital Spy
Since he jazz-stepped onto our TV screens in Pineapple last year, Andrew Stone, the self-named “Triple Threat” (singer, actor and dancer) has stolen the show.
Speaking to this week’s heat magazine about his sexuality, Andrew said: “People in this country like to bracket people. It’s a question mark over my head, “Is he gay? Isn’t he gay?”
Asked ‘Are you gay?’ by the journalist, Andrew insisted: “I couldn’t be straighter. This whole thing is laughable to me.”
He added: “I’ve never had a gay experience; I will never have a gay experience. I embrace my manly side and my metrosexualism.”
“I try to get as much as I can. I love sex; I’m very open with my body. I like to celebrate it and obviously celebrate someone else’s.”
The full interview appears in this week’s heat magazine, on sale now.
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Speaking to this week’s heat magazine about his sexuality, Andrew said: “People in this country like to bracket people. It’s a question mark over my head, “Is he gay? Isn’t he gay?”
Asked ‘Are you gay?’ by the journalist, Andrew insisted: “I couldn’t be straighter. This whole thing is laughable to me.”
He added: “I’ve never had a gay experience; I will never have a gay experience. I embrace my manly side and my metrosexualism.”
“I try to get as much as I can. I love sex; I’m very open with my body. I like to celebrate it and obviously celebrate someone else’s.”
The full interview appears in this week’s heat magazine, on sale now.
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- 2/8/2011
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
View the original post Louie Spence on being “self-conscious” and dreaming of owning his own home! on Unreality TV
Louie Spence, star of Pineapple Dance Studios, and his own show ‘Showbusiness’ has revealed that he’s self-conscious of his physique.
He made the revelation while speaking to the Pa about his show, and also his dreams of becoming a homeowner.
Of his insecurity over his body, Louie said, “I am the most self-conscious person you will ever meet…
“But as a dancer, you’re made to feel self-conscious.
“When you first start going to auditions the first thing they’ll say to you as a boy is, ‘Right, take your top off’. You could be the best dancer but if you’re not physically right, ‘No we don’t want you’.
“So, as for insecurities about my physicality, about the way I look, that’s always been there.”
Later in the interview,...
Louie Spence, star of Pineapple Dance Studios, and his own show ‘Showbusiness’ has revealed that he’s self-conscious of his physique.
He made the revelation while speaking to the Pa about his show, and also his dreams of becoming a homeowner.
Of his insecurity over his body, Louie said, “I am the most self-conscious person you will ever meet…
“But as a dancer, you’re made to feel self-conscious.
“When you first start going to auditions the first thing they’ll say to you as a boy is, ‘Right, take your top off’. You could be the best dancer but if you’re not physically right, ‘No we don’t want you’.
“So, as for insecurities about my physicality, about the way I look, that’s always been there.”
Later in the interview,...
- 1/29/2011
- by Sarah
- Unreality
Reality TV star Andrew Stone has landed an exclusive 12-month deal with Sky. Andrew, who is the frontman in pop band Starman, has previously been followed by cameras in the award-winning fly-on-the-wall show Pineapple Dance Studios. He has since gone on to guest in Big Brother, Living's Dating In The Dark, filmed his own festive special Meaning Of Christmas and is currently starring in Pineapple's sequel - Louie Spence's Showbusiness on Sky1 HD.
- 1/13/2011
- Sky TV
Reality TV star, dancer and singer Andrew Stone has landed an exclusivity deal with Sky. Stone, who is the frontman in pop band Starman, first worked with the broadcaster last year when he appeared on the award-winning fly-on-the-wall show Pineapple Dance Studios. He went on to guest in Big Brother, Living's Dating In The Dark, filmed his own festive special Meaning Of Christmas and is currently starring in Louie Spence's Showbusiness on Sky1. Speaking about the deal, Stone said: "I've had the time of my life in the last year and a half with Sky1. Pineapple Dance (more)...
- 1/13/2011
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
Pineapple Dance Studios needs a follow-up like Louie Spence needs a confidence boost, lizard skin tap shoes and a teach yourself to lisp app. Regardless, last night Sky1 shoved a sequel into its schedule. Like its precursor, Louie Spence.s Showbusiness is basically a shrieky, flat Little Britain sketch that never ends. Its stars regale us with their flair, low... More >>...
- 1/6/2011
- by Ruth Margolis
- TV.com
Pineapple Dance Studios was last year’s smash hit. Lifting the lid on life at the iconic London location, the fly-on-the-wall series racked up the column inches and became the talk of telly land. No one was immune to its charms, including the critics – The Guardian said: “It’s the cleverest thing on TV by a front pike somersault and forward jazz-roll.” Plus, a star was born in the form of Louie Spence, a pint-sized diva with a wicked wit and a penchant for flashing the flesh.
This year Sky 1 has set its sights higher for this eagerly anticipated follow-up which will feature stunning Busby Berkeley style dance break-outs. Showbusiness will see Louie undertake a mission to put together a revue show in the West End. Having hired a production office and theatre space, the prima donna must now cast his entertainment extravaganza with performers who have the ability to make jaws hit the floor.
This year Sky 1 has set its sights higher for this eagerly anticipated follow-up which will feature stunning Busby Berkeley style dance break-outs. Showbusiness will see Louie undertake a mission to put together a revue show in the West End. Having hired a production office and theatre space, the prima donna must now cast his entertainment extravaganza with performers who have the ability to make jaws hit the floor.
- 1/5/2011
- by Lisa McGarry
- Unreality
Virtually unknown 12 months ago, Louie Spence has been one of the biggest stars of 2010, thanks to the hit show Pineapple Dance Studios. Now he's looking forward to spending some of the festive season with his partner, the other half he'll be in panto! Creative director at the world-famous Pineapple Dance Studios in London, Sky1's reality series brought this lovey to the attention of the viewing public.
- 12/20/2010
- Sky TV
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