Right now, Arlene is working on four productions What's New Pussycat? Arlene Phillips is among the stars taking part in this year's I'm A CelebrityGet Me Out Of Here, here's everything you need to know about the former Strictly Come Dancing judge. It's hard to think 'that's me'. Arlene Phillips's birth flower is Lily of the valley. Dame Arlene Phillips DBE (born 22 May 1943) is an English choreographer, talent scout, television judge and presenter, theatre director, and former dancer, who has worked in many fields of entertainment. She has also had a long television career including as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing. The cast of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! contestant Arlene Phillips Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox. Arlene, who used to work alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli and Len Goodman until 2009, will be the oldest contestant to ever appear on the I'm A Celeb, but we're sure that won't stop her from showing everyone what she's made of. The former Strictly judge, 79, looked fresh-faced as she showed fans the results of the. Always, always, always. , updated "I did this because this is where my heart lies," she told The Sun at the time. The BBC said they might have five judges and that nothing had been signed. CUTE: Meet I'm a Celebrity star Dame Arlene Phillips' family - see adorable photos. Dancing On Ice viewers all had the same complaint to make about guest judge Arlene Phillips during last nights show (Sunday, February 20). This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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! There were terrible, terrible times.'. "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.". SHE'S best known for her work as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing but there's so much more to Arlene Phillips than that. Today, she is with her partner of many years, set builder Angus Ion, 65, whom she loves dearly. MORE:Strictly's Tess Daly looks totally flawless in swimsuit photo - here's how she stays in shape. Former Strictly judge Arlene will be the oldest ever contestant on I'm A Celebrity at the age of 78. The show's music was created and written by hit songwriter, and Take That frontman, Gary Barlow. Following reports of an alleged 'comeback', find out why Arlene Phillips left Strictly Come Dancing in 2008, Strictly's Tess Daly looks totally flawless in swimsuit photo - here's how she stays in shape, James and Ola Jordan reveal who they really think should have left Strictly Come Dancing, Who is Craig Revel Horwood's partner? "Sometimes I find the physical entertainment and watching the artists is really exciting and then I feel like the judges' comments should be two sentences, just two sentences, next thank you. Ms Hunt was at the helm of BBC1 at the time. 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In fact, ever since the former Strictly star arrived at Gwrych. The 79-year-old director was born in England, United Kingdom. 'I lost one of the dearest loves of my life to Aids a beautiful French dancer called Alain Deshayes who I will never lose from my heart. Arlene Phillips is an English choreographer and theatrical director who rose to prominence as a television judge and presenter, most notably as a judge on the BBC television program "Strictly Come Dancing." From 2004 through 2009, she served as a judge on the program. It keeps her looking a good few decades younger than her 78 years, so much so that when she walks to our table she still turns heads. OK! Inspiring generations Dame Arlene Philips and Sir Derek Jacobi. You have to deliver.
Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. '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. [10], In July 2017, Phillips announced a dance gala to raise funds for those affected by the Grenfell Tower fire. 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. [4][10], In 2005 and 2006, Phillips was a judge for the spin-off series Strictly Dance Fever, which was also created by the BBC to seek dancers wishing to join the chorus of a West End musical. [14] The proceeds from the event went to the Kensington & Chelsea Foundation, the charity running the Grenfell Tower Fund. The fact 78-year-old Arlene is coping with the challenges of living in the Welsh camp is seriously impressive, but it seems the star has always loved being outside and keeping fit and healthy. A statement of intent, City name a formidable starting XI for tonight's game at Ashton Gate. Like this story? Get to know the husband of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! The first episode aired on BBC One in January 2010, and there have been two further series. Speaking about current Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood's reaction to her taking part, she said: "Craig will say Darling, are you mad?!. Her voice wobbles. 'There's a life-giving force when people go to see a show and it inspires them. [18], Phillips was made Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2013 New Year Honours for services to dance and charity,[19] and Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in the 2021 Birthday Honours for services to dance and charity. 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. The former Strictly judge, 79, looked fresh-faced as she showed fans the results of the procedure. I have never experienced anything like this before, but you only live once and it will be something so different. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Arlene went make-up free as she showed off the results of her facelift, Arlene had an 'EMFace' procedure which is a needle-free procedure that simultaneously treats facial skin and muscles in a 20-minute session, She had her facelift just before Christmas at popular celeb surgeon Doctor Nyla Raja's clinic, Arlene was a judge on Strictly Come Dancing before being axed in 2008, told The Sun that she had not been approached, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). But why did Arlene leave? 'I don't think there were really any answers. Arlene Phillips, 78, is heading to North Wales for the 21st series of I'm A Celebrity, hosted by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly. In 2008, it was announced that after four years, BBC bosses had decided not to bring back Arlene for the 2009 series. Strictly Phillips was a member of the original judging panel from 2004 to 2009, alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Len Goodman and Bruno Tonioli . Last years awards were dominated by Rebecca Frecknalls production of Cabaret which won in seven categories. For other inquiries, Contact Us. [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. She shakes her head. It's a 50/50 split in fact! The luxury cottages the celebrities will be staying in in Anglesea boast gorgeous views and hot tubs. Arlene Phillips is a show business legend and a household name. 'I got up, opened the blind and my whole street was flooded with reporters. Arlene says daughter Alana (left) has inspired her to take care of her skin, The ballroom dancer insists she's never had a facelift, however, and wouldn't go under the knife because she's too scared of needles. 'It has been hard to open that box [of memories] but I am slowly opening it.'. The actor is to get the lifetime achievement honour and the choreographer the special award at this years theatre prizes in April. If I had holes in my shoes, I'd pop newspaper inside so I could wear them for as long as possible. [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? 00:01 GMT 12 Jun 2021 Her face glows as she talks about those days. It was just endless, endless. Even the late, dear Sir Bruce Forsyth said she should never have been sacked. The star has admitted she treats herself to occasional fillers and said she swears by lifting facials at boutique London aesthetics salon, Skin Associates. But no, it was 5 Live saying do I want to talk about Alesha Dixon taking over from me on Strictly. Arlene has been spotted in Wales ahead of the show with her husband Angus Ion and their adorable dog Freddie. But it wasn't easy for Arlene to return. For other inquiries, Contact Us. When she was just 15 years old,. For many years, she was most noted as the choreographer of numerous West End and Broadway musicals, films, and television shows, but she later achieved mainstream fame as a judge on television talent shows including Strictly Come Dancing and So You Think You Can Dance. But Im not comfortable like I used to be.. As well as being the oldest contestant, Arlene will also be the first Dame on the show. 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. The BBC treated her shockingly. Arlene was a part of the Strictly Come Dancing judging from 2004 when it first aired in the UK until 2008. This is a world that's changing.'. She has twice been nominated for the award for best theatre choreographer, for Grease in 1994 and Saturday Night Fever in 1999. They have also lived in Swansboro, NC and New Bern, NC. Meanwhile, Phillips has confirmed that she will not be returning to the Dancing on Ice panel for the next series. The choreographer explained that five permanent judges would be too chaotic and said feedback should be kept short and snappy. One viewer tweeted: "I can't believe Arlene Phillips is 78 years young!! [10], In 2010, Phillips wrote a series of children's fiction books. Arlene Phillips Biography. My jaw dropped and my eyes welled up. [8], In March 2013, Arlene appeared on Let's Dance For Comic Relief in the Dance Judge Panel with Greg James and Lee Mack. Arlene Phillips was born on May 22, 1943, which makes her 78 years old. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. In spirit I think I can do anything. Nowadays, being an older mother is very common. Arlene is related to Arlene K Phillips and Paula Randolph Phillips. I felt I didn't have the strength to stand up to say, 'I understand but I would like the reasons.'. The series covers ballroom dance, samba, hip-hop, Bollywood, Broadway, and tango. Former Strictly judge axed by BBC set for ITV's Dancing on Ice", "BBC drops Strictly judge Arlene Phillips for a younger model Alesha Dixon", "Strictly Come Dancing's Arlene Phillips is a victim of ageism, says Harriet Harman", "Gala for Grenfell: 'Each dancer is giving a gift they're doing it for the love', "Arlene! Her face breaks into a truly joyful smile as she plays with the word Dame. 'I don't think anyone has any idea of the kind of pain they were in. Phillips's appointment as judge for the series came soon after the controversy over her departure from Strictly Come Dancing. Arlene's soul has been overflowing with music and dance for as long as she can remember. [10], In 2007, Phillips became the Executive Producer and Creative Director for the ITV television series Britannia High. Arlene Phillips was a judge on Strictly Come Dancing from 2004 until 2008 before being replaced by Alesha Dixon. The full list of nominees will be announced on 28 February. 'Now, young people live in a world where they can change who they are daily and it doesn't matter. Jacobi told the Guardian last year: Ive got a feeling I wont be on stage again. Last modified on Dec 01, 2021 11:14 GMT, I'm a Celebrity star Arlene Phillips looks incredible at 78: here's everything she's done to keep her skin looking so youthful from Botox and fillers to diet and exercise, Meet I'm a Celebrity star Dame Arlene Phillips' family - see adorable photos. It was a wonderful time. Arlene Phillips was born on May 22, 1943, which makes her 78 years old. Various sources say Arlene's net worth is estimated to be $1.2 million (889,000). The 57-year-old only managed to pick up 22.5 points for his skate with Angela to the tune of Bat Out Of Hell. Tonight = bizarre scores and gibberish comments, a third wrote. She doesn't even look like a 78 y/o with Botox/surgery, she just genuinely looks about a natural 50". 'No one in my family will see me as a Dame,' she says. Something went wrong, please try again later. 10am - 1pm, 2 Be Loved (Am I Ready) However, if Arlene does make an. 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