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Inside Rose Ayling-Ellis' life - from heartbreaking split to making BBC show history

Rose Ayling-Ellis has had quite the impressive career, becoming the first deaf contestant to compete on Strictly Come Dancing

Tonight marks Rose's highly-anticipated return to television in a heartwarming new BBC series where she embarks on a remarkable adventure teaching seniors British Sign Language. Titled Rose Ayling-Ellis: Old Hands New Ticks, the programme sheds light on hearing impairment in the elderly community, discussing its effects on health and happiness. The EastEnders star continued to break barriers as she etched her name in history at the 2024 Paralympics, taking on the role as the first deaf live sports presenter for Channel 4.

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