Anton Du Beke has revealed how dancing helped him become an author as he shared his lifelong passion for storytelling. The Strictly Come Dancing judge discussed his latest fictional novel in a talk to cheering crowds at the Henley Literary Festival - at which The Independent is the exclusive news partner for a second year- on Sunday evening.

Strictly Come Dancing contestants may become more confident with chaperones in the room, Anton Du Beke has said.

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Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has opened up on his wife's "cruel" battle with endometriosis and how it affected their chances of starting a family

Anton Du Beke, who was a professional dancer on the show for 18 series before he became a judge in 2021, reckons chaperones are a good thing for celebrities taking part in Strictly Come Dancing

Strictly Come Dancing legend Anton Du Beke has admitted that watching his wife Hannah Summers struggling with her health made him feel 'inadequate'

Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has opened up on his wife Hannah's battle with endometriosis and the couple's struggle to have children

Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke became overwhelmed as he discussed his personal life, outside of the BBC show, with wife Hannah Summers.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has spoken out about how he felt 'inadequate' watching his wife Hannah give birth to their twins back in 2017