BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans were left making the same demand after being left speechless by Danny Cipriani.
17.12.2023 - 07:59 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Strictly Come Dancing viewers have been left with a demand over one of the show's professional dancers after he was linked to a 'missing' star during the 2023 finale. Giovanni Pernice was spotted back in the ballroom on Saturday night (December 16) as this year's BBC One dance contest came to an end.
It was a spectacular night as the 21st run of the hit show came to an end after another 13 weeks of celebrities and professional dancers performing week in, week out, came down to just three couples - Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola, Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin and Bobby Brazier and Dianne Buswell.
The trio of couples performed not just once but three times during the last live show of the series as they put their best foot forward in a bid to be crowned Strictly 2023 champions and walk away with the sparkling Glitterball trophy.
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But in the end, despite the judges' scores telling a different story, it was Ellie and Vito who emerged victorious with hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman confirming the pair were this year's winners - much to their shock.
Amid her surprise, Ellie, who is famed for playing Faye Windass in ITV's Corrie, was able to say: "I actually, genuinely cannot believe this." She then told Vito: "For once, you’re crying more than me," before adding: "This is for you, this is for you."
Talking about their win, Vito then said: "I mean this is like the cherry on the cake." He turned to Ellie and added: "You have been so amazing, you are Strictly, you represent Strictly. You are finally, you know, the
BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans were left making the same demand after being left speechless by Danny Cipriani.
Strictly Come Dancing stars Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin have been issued a demand from fans after they shared a new joint post. It was actually professional dancer Nikita who took to his social media page to share a 'last' with those who supported them in the competition.
Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier has admitted to 'missing' his co-star as he opened up about feeling 'lost' now the show has ended. The EastEnders actor made it all the way to the end of the BBC One dance contest with professional dance partner Dianne Buswell.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans were quick to note that one star was 'missing' from the final routine on Saturday night as all the celebrities of the 2023 series reunited for one last performance.
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.
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.
Fans of Strictly Come Dancing were left divided when they got more than they bargained for during the show's grand final. On Saturday night (December 16) this year's run of the BBC One dance contest came to an end.
The finale of Strictly Come Dancing 2023 provided more epic moments for the show's history books but fans think the show 'missed a trick'. The BBC One dance contest's 21st run came to an end on Saturday night (December 16) after another 13 weeks of celebrities and professional dancers performing week in, week out.
Strictly Come Dancing viewers have flooded social media with their reaction to Ellie Leach winning the 2023 series. The former Coronation Street star and her dance partner Vito Coppola lifted the Glitterball after an epic grand finale on Saturday night (December 16).
Strictly Come Dancing fans have made a cheeky demand to Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola as they broke their silence on their spectacular win which saw Ellie make history as the youngest ever winner. It was an epic night on BBC One on Saturday (December 16) as the hit dance contest drew to a close for another year.
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.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have said it's 'not needed' as they made a complaint just seconds into the 2023 final. It was just Ellie Leach, Layton Williams and Bobby Brazier left in the competition as it reached its climax on Saturday night (December 16).
Strictly Come Dancing fans were quick off the mark on Saturday night (December 16) as the final got underway. After an incredible 13 weeks, we reached the end of the BBC One dance contest with Ellie Leach, Layton Williams and Bobby Brazier in the final alongside their professional dancers.
Ellie Leach was at a school friend's birthday sleepover when she discovered she had secured the part of Faye Windass on Coronation Street. Now 22, the Strictly Come Dancing finalist, from Audenshaw, has already experienced a career that most people could only dream about.
It's hard to believe but 13 weeks have flown by and the Strictly Come Dancing 2023 final is now nearly here. On Saturday night (December 16) the final three couples will take to the ballroom floor for one last time.
Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe is said to have been ‘distraught’ after his exit from the competition just before the final while dance partner Annabel ‘knew it was the end of the line’.
Craig Revel Horwood disagreed with his fellow judges at the Strictly Come Dancing semi-final as he opted to save Annabel Croft over Bobby Brazier - despite judges Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas voting in favour of saving the latter. Craig, 58, was the third judge to vote, leaving head judge Shirley, 62, to cast the deciding vote.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left demanding 'more' after an unexpected moment in the ballroom. The last results show of the series on Sunday night (December 10) saw the three finalists of the 2023 series decided ahead of next weekend's final.
The three finalists of Strictly Come Dancing have been confirmed - to those who have sought out the weekly spoiler at least. It was a big night in the ballroom as the remaining four couples performed their hearts out in a bid to claim a place in the final.
It was an emotional night as the final couple to leave Strictly Come Dancing made a sad exit with just a week to go until the final. Saturday night's semi-final saw epic routines, standing ovations and plenty of tears with only three couples getting to go through for one last chance at lifting the Glitterball trophy.