Former Strictly star Joanne Clifton announces engagement: first photos.

Journalist Joanne Clifton announces engagement

According to The Sun: Joanne Clifton shared the joyful news of her engagement to boyfriend AD Jenko. The famous Strictly star announced it on Instagram, showcasing her stunning engagement ring.

Joanne announced that she and AD are engaged Instagram src=' alt='joanne clifton engaged' class='alignnone size-thesun-article-image wp-image-36862893' width='702' height='936' /> The former Strictly star showcased her sparkling engagement ring Instagram src=' alt='BBC file photo of Joanne Clifton and Ore Oduba with the glitterball trophy' class='alignnone size-thesun-article-image wp-image-36862994' width='640' height='960' /> Joanne won Strictly in 2016 with host Ore Oduba BBC

Joanne, 41, jokingly wrote:

“I got bored... so we are getting married. Thank you!”

The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant has received numerous congratulations from friends and fans. Many left comments on her post:

• “Yay!”
• “Congratulations!! What wonderful news.”
• “So happy for you!”

Joanne and AD began dating in 2020. She admitted that she initially did not plan to date anyone from the industry, but every situation in life is unique.

In an interview with Metro, Joanne shared:

“Before I met my boyfriend AD, I told myself I wouldn’t date anyone from the industry. But you never know what can happen. I went to AD's show in the musical 'Buddy Holly' and he asked me for a drink. I was sure it wouldn’t work out, but we have been together for almost two years.”

Joanne left Strictly in 2016, but before that, she won the Glitterball trophy with host Ore Oduba.

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This engagement has already sparked many positive reactions online, reflecting Joanne's popularity among the public. Her story of love and family relationships shows that even unpredictable twists of fate can lead to a happy ending. Fans are eagerly awaiting how events will unfold for the couple in the future.