Layton Williams has finally spoken out on his Strictly Come Dancing journey weeks after he missed out on the Glitterball trophy. The actor and West End star hasn't shied away from being active on social media - particularly showing support to his fellow dance stars.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell wished well as she's seen ditching UK after final loss
19.12.2023 - 09:29 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Dianne Buswell has been flooded with messages after she confirmed she'd ditched the UK days after missing out on the Strictly Come Dancing title. The professional dancer made it all the way to the end of the BBC One dance contest this year with Bobby Brazier.
The pair faced Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola and Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin in the grand finale of the 2023 series on Saturday night (December 16) with the finalists wowing by performing three dances each.
In the end, it was former Coronation Street star Ellie and professional dance partner Vito who emerged as the winners following a public vote after coming third on the judges' leaderboard at the end of the epic night in the ballroom.
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On Sunday (December 17), Dianne's boyfriend Joe Sugg revealed they were already jetting off out of the country following the end of Strictly after Dianne previously told how her father's ill health meant she was going to be spending Christmas back home in Australia.
And on Monday evening (December 18), Dianne confirmed she had made it safely to the other side of the world by posting a sweet snap with her dad, Mark, who began chemotherapy last month while he continued to support his daughter from afar as she continued to compete on this year's Strictly.
The father and daughter duo could be seen smiling for the selfie as they held up their drink mugs. "And from the concert to having our first morning coffee," Dianne started to type alongside a red heart emoji, referring to the fact that her dad would message her every
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29.12.2023 / 09:55
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23.12.2023 / 21:06
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20.12.2023 / 08:47
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin 'can't believe' as he speaks out after final loss with Layton Williams
Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has spoken out for the first time since missing out on the Glitterball trophy with Layton Williams. The pair pulled out all the stops during the grand final of the BBC One dance contest on Saturday night (December 16).
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19.12.2023 / 12:31
BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Zara McDermott sparks worry with hospital bed snap days after show final
Zara McDermott has worried fans after sharing a snap from a hospital bed. The documentary maker was only seen back live on our TV screens on Saturday night (December 16) during the Strictly Come Dancing final.
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19.12.2023 / 06:05
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Ellie Leach issues plea to fans as she breaks social media silence after win with Vito Coppola
Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach has issued a plea to her fans and followers as she addressed them for the first time since winning the show. The actress took to social media for the first time since she and Vito Coppola were crowned winners of this year's BBC One dance contest.
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18.12.2023 / 18:39
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice told 'well done' as he teases 'news' with saucy post after final appearance
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18.12.2023 / 18:39
Gorka Marquez says 'too many' as he responds to reunion with Helen Skelton at BBC Strictly Come Dancing final
Gorka Marquez was quick to respond to a post from Helen Skelton as he was featured in her Strictly Come Dancing highlights after attending the final. Last year, the pair were the ones competing as the BBC One dance contest reached its climax.
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18.12.2023 / 09:11
Jeff Brazier speaks out on son Bobby's BBC Strictly Come Dancing partner Dianne Buswell as she ditches UK
Jeff Brazier has jumped straight to paying tribute to his son Bobby's dance partner Dianne Buswell after he watched them miss out on the Strictly Come Dancing title over the weekend. The presenter was in the audience as Bobby and Dianne competed in the show's grand final.
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17.12.2023 / 15:41
BBC Strictly Come Dancing judge 'set to be replaced' in shock move after 2023 final as fans say 'drives me mad'
One of the Strictly Come Dancing judges looks 'set to be replaced' next year after fans issued a complaint saying it "drives me mad". Saturday night's (December 16) final saw Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke on the judging panel for the last time this year.
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17.12.2023 / 15:41
BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers fear for professional dancer after 'emotional' appearance in final
Strictly Come Dancing viewers have been left a little concerned for one of the show's professional dancers after an 'emotional' appearance during the final. Dianne Buswell made it to the end of the 2023 run of the BBC One dance contest with celebrity partner Bobby Brazier.
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17.12.2023 / 15:41
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17.12.2023 / 07:59
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16.12.2023 / 21:59
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Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola have been crowned the winners of Strictly Come Dancing 2023. Fans flocked to social media in their droves to have their say as the results were revealed by Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on Saturday night (December 16) following a spectacular grand final.
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16.12.2023 / 21:59
BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans make 'not needed' complaint seconds into 2023 final and issue plea
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16.12.2023 / 20:11
BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans 'in tears' as soon as final starts as they spot familiar face
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16.12.2023 / 15:59
BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers' winner 'decided' hours before final between Ellie Leach, Layton Williams and Bobby Brazier
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16.12.2023 / 15:59
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16.12.2023 / 15:59
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11.12.2023 / 14:49
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Craig disagrees with judges as fans spot 'issue' with exit decision
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