GALLERY: Showbiz stories of the week

Catch up on the biggest stories

Author: Alex Ross

Catch up on the biggest music, TV and showbiz stories to happen in the week before Christmas.

Strictly Come Dancing and The Apprentice crowned new winners, Wayne Rooney publicly apologised to his family, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released some new engagement photos.

It was a busy week for babies too, Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan, Cameron Diaz and Khloe Kardashian all announced exciting news, with Mindy Kaling welcoming a baby girl.

Check out the biggest stories of the week in our gallery below:

The winner of Strictly Come Dancing was revealed

Holby City actor Joe McFadden was crowned the winner of Strictly Come Dancing with his partner Katya Jones.

Wayne Rooney broke his silence on drink driving scandal

Everton footballer Wayne Rooney broke his silence for the first time, admitting he made a 'big mistake'.

Ed Sheeran reveals he has written a theme tune for a BIG film

Ed Sheeran has a James Bond theme tune ready if he is ever called upon. The singer is ready to follow in the footsteps of Shirley Bassey, Adele, and Sam Smith.

The Apprentice final took place

Lord Alan Sugar made history when he chose two winners for this year's The Apprentice. Sarah Lynn and James White both received his backing.

Helen Flanagan announced exciting baby news

Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan announced she's pregnant with her second child.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released new photos

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released their official engagement photos, including this stunning one of the couple.

Olivia Attwood and Chris Hughes could be getting their own TV show

Love Island 2017 stars Olivia Attwood and Chris Hughes could be getting their own TV show to document the ups and downs in their love life.

Khloe Kardashian confirmed she's pregnant

After months of speculation, Khloe Kardashian finally revealed the news she's expecting her first child with her boyfriend Tristan Thompson.

Mindy Kaling welcomed a baby girl

The Mindy Project star Mindy Kaling welcomed a baby girl called Katherine.

Eva Longoria Bastón announced happy baby news

Eva Longoria Bastón announced she's expecting her first baby with her husband José. The couple are expecting a baby boy.

Rag 'n' Bone Man revealed details about his album

Rag 'n' Bone Man revealed he's already written 10 songs for his second album, so he can spend quality time with his four-month baby boy in 2018.

Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden had some exciting baby news

According to reports, Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden are going to adopt a child.

Jessie Wallace set to return to EastEnders

Jessie Wallace is set to return to popular soap EastEnders in 2018 as her character Kat Moon.

Cheryl publicly congratulated Khloe Kardashian

Cheryl congratulated Khloe Kardashian on her pregnancy in a sweet message left on her post.

Liam Payne and Rita Ora teased a collaboration

Liam Payne and Rita Ora teased they would be working together for the official single for the movie Fifty Shades Freed.

Charley Webb rumoured for Celebrity Big Brother

Emmerdale actress Charley Webb is being tipped by bookies to appear on Celebrity Big Brother when it returns in January.