Anton Du Beke
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“She became a real friend, she was fun, she was upbeat, she was positive, she was supportive, she was game, wanted to enter into the spirit of the whole thing. We had an incredible time together.”
Anton Du Beke · said 2026-07-11 · reported 2026-07-11
Du Beke continued describing his experience dancing with Widdecombe on Strictly Come Dancing and their friendship.
“and I’m devastated by the news of Ann’s passing but I shall remember her fondly and miss her.”
Anton Du Beke · said 2026-07-11 · reported 2026-07-11
Du Beke concluded his social media video tribute by saying he would remember Widdecombe fondly and miss her.
“I had the most brilliant time with Ann on Strictly Come Dancing,”
Anton Du Beke · said 2026-07-11 · reported 2026-07-11
Anton Du Beke, who was Widdecombe's dance partner on Strictly Come Dancing in 2010, posted a video on social media calling her death the saddest of news.
“This is a sad day,”
Anton Du Beke · said 2026-07-11 · reported 2026-07-11
Du Beke continued his tribute, expressing his devastation at the news of Ann's passing.