BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Rose Ayling Ellis says 'I'm keeping it private' as she addresses 'ups and downs'

Rose won Strictly Come Dancing two years ago, and has seen her career go from strength to strength.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has reflected on "ups and downs" as she signs off from 2023 with an emotional post. BBC EastEnders star Rose won Strictly Come Dancing two years ago, and has seen her career go from strength to strength.

Rose typed: "2023: A year of planning, creativity, reconnecting and finding the balance in between it all. Remember that what we see on social media is often just the highlight reel - we all have our ups and downs, and it’s okay to keep some things private. But know that you are not alone in your journey.

"I am looking forward to 2024 with excitement and optimism!" The Unlikely Photographer replied: "Such a beautiful soul inside and out #deafcommunity Rose has done so much to raise awareness for those who are unable to to hear that silent moment in her dance with #giovani on #strictly changed the lives of so many for the better"

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Kay said: "Happy new year Rose - you will have another amazing year hope your friendship with Gio continues too luv you both together xxxxxx" Christine Cooke said: "Happy New Year and hope this one is full of new adventures for you.

"Always there with a smile and you deserve the best" Ted said: "You are so real Rose, may 2024 bring you health, love, happiness and all your dreams come true, you so deserve every bit of your success." Gardner said: "What a year Rose with all you have accomplished!

"May 2024 bring you health, happiness and may all your dreams come true! Looking forward to seeing your career flourish and to see more of you on tv! xx." Gail said: "My highlight was to see you in Shakespeare in London.

"That was truly brilliant Rose. Keep dancing / signing into 2024…" Unlikely Photographer said: "Such a beautiful soul inside and out #deafcommunity Rose has done so much to raise awareness for those who are unable to to hear that silent moment in her dance with #giovani on #strictly changed the lives of so many for the better"