BBC Strictly star unrecognisable as they return three years after exit

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Ellie Leach's mum has spoken up about the rumours of Vito Coppola and her daughter. She also revealed that the Italian dancer has even joined them for dinner recently. Coronation Street actress Ellie and Italian Vito have been the talk of the town throughout the latest series of the BBC show, as they've performed several steamy routines and hinted at a romance in their interviews.

Strictly Come Dancing's live Blackpool episode was jam-packed with drama, lifts and celebration, but it was the tears of professional dancer Carlos Gu, 30, that broke the hearts of fans, the audience and the judges. Dancing with celebrity partner Angela Scanlon, 39, the pair performed a beautifully dramatic Argentine Tango to Amy Winehouse's Back to Black but Carlos's emotional reaction and his reasons behind it have fans questioning if Angela is ok. Unlike other dances that were accompanied by celebration from both the celebrity and the professional at the end, Carlos calmly walked back to a stern-faced Angela and gave her a kiss on the cheek before the pair made their way back to the judges.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice had to leave the competition early this year because his dance partner Amanda Abbington had to withdraw due to health concerns. However, fans were thrilled to see him back on Sunday's show (November 12), dancing in a group number with his co-star Dianne Buswell.

Strictly It Takes Two host Fleur East was joined by former professional dancer Kevin Clifton on the BBC Two show this evening as part of his Clifton's Choreography Corner segment, as he revealed an unexpected similarity to this year's fan favourite Bobby Brazier. Fleur hilariously referred to judge Craig Revel Horwood's "home economics lesson" when discussing his comments of Bobby's "spatula hands" during their American Smooth from Saturday night, which prompted an unexpected response from Kevin. After Fleur addressed Bobby's "long arms and big hands" Kevin added that he "loved their dance" before he continued to reveal their familiar body part.

Karen Hauer's ex partner has broken his silence on the couple’s recent split as he claimed Strictly Come Dancing ‘ruined’ their marriage. Karen, who is the dance show’s longest-serving professional dancer, and her husband Jordan Wyn-Jones reportedly parted ways last month, after they tied the knot last year during a lavish ceremony at Chewton Glen in Hampshire. Rumours of a split between Karen and her husband Jordan emerged as she was seen attending the Pride of Britain Awards without her wedding ring.

BBC's hit show Strictly Come Dancing has once again captivated the UK as this year’s crop of celebs vie for the coveted Glitterball trophy. However, the allure of the show goes beyond dance steps with the chemistry between the celebrity contestants and their professional partners often kindling genuine romances. From unexpected connections to lasting relationships, here's a glance at the couples who found love beyond the ballroom.

Ellie Leach, the star of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, lives in a stylish home that's all white and grey. She's currently impressing fans with her dance moves and her chemistry with partner Vito Coppola, but what about her life when the cameras aren't rolling? The 22 year old actress became famous for her role as Faye Windass on Coronation Street. She left the show earlier this year after being a part of it for 12 years.

BBC Strictly star Amy Dowden playfully 'threw shade' at Dianne Buswell during a new gameshow, leaving Strictly Come Dancing fans in fits of laughter.The new game also saw Layton Williams comment "sorry" to one of the stars. Amy, the Welsh dancing queen, decided to test this season's contestants on their Strictly knowledge with her fun-filled trivia game, Gamey with Amy.The stars took a break from their dance rehearsals to answer some Strictly-themed questions.

Strictly Come Dancing stars have praised "hero" Amy Dowden for finishing her eighth and final round of chemotherapy. The 33 year old professional dancer shared a video on Instagram of the moment she rang a chemotherapy bell, marking the end of her treatment.

Ever since Strictly Come Dancing partnered Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach, 22, and pro dancer Vito Coppola, 31, for the 2023 series, fans have been quick to notice an evolving and often electric chemistry between the pair.The talented duo, who have topped the leaderboard twice in recent weeks, are among one of the strongest contenders to win the show and lift the Glitterball trophy thanks to their impressive dance moves and clear bond. However, viewers at home are convinced that romance may have already blossomed between the pair, with former contestant Amanda Abbington, who left the show last month, even hinting that this was the case as she referred to the pair as a “beautiful couple” at the weekend.

One year on since he made his Strictly Come Dancing debut, pro dancer Vito Coppola has quickly cemented his place in the hearts of fans everywhere with his stunning dance moves and cheeky personality. This year, the 31 year old dancer has been partnered with former Coronation Street star Ellie Leach, 22, with the duo already having danced their way to the top of the leaderboard on two separate occasions. But as well as finding widespread success on the dance floor, it appears the couple have also found romance blossoming off-stage too.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden will return to TV screens tonight (7 November), as she joins pal and Dragons’ Den star Sara Davies on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip.The pair first met when Sara appeared as a contestant on Strictly in 2021, and will go head-to-head alongside experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Steven Moore to see who can uncover the most interesting antiques and make the most money at auction. In a clip released before the show airs tonight, Dragons’ Den entrepreneur Sara has said she made it her “mission” to have Amy as a friend when she appeared on Strictly.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Adam Thomas has broken his silence after being booted off the popular dance competition on Sunday night, leaving fans fuming that the 'wrong person went home'. The star found himself in a dance-off with Angela Rippon and her pro dance partner Kai Widdrington. In his first chat since his exit from the BBC show on the spin-off series It Takes Two, Adam opened up about the judges' decision to send him home.

Podcast host Simon Mundie sent tongues wagging after referring to Stacey Dooley as Kevin Clifton's "now-wife" during a recent episode of his Life Lessons podcast. Dancer Kevin, 41, and TV presenter Stacey, 36, met back in 2018 when they were paired together on Strictly Come Dancing, with the couple going on to win the series.

Strictly Come Dancing's Vito was left embarrassed after making a mistake on the popular BBC One show's latest results episode on Sunday night (November 5). Vito and his celebrity partner Ellie sailed through to the next week after wowing the judges with their American Smooth routine, earning a near-perfect score of 39. However, after making their way upstairs for a fun chat with Claudia, Vito was left red-faced after getting her name wrong.

Strictly Come Dancing has said goodbye to the sixth couple of the series - soap star Adam Thomas and his partner Luba Mushtuk - after another tense dance-off on Sunday night. On Saturday, 4 November, the nine remaining celebrities took to the dance floor once again as the competition hit the halfway mark.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Craig Revel Horwood has hinted at his replacement, suggesting a current pro might take over. The 58 year old dancer and choreographer, who has been a judge on the show since it started in 2004, revealed he plans to "hang up [his] shoes and enjoy life" when he turns 60 in January 2025. In an interview with Best magazine, he said: "I'm working hard while I can, especially as I love what I do.

Sir Cliff Richard,who has released his new album today which celebrates an incredible six decades in the music industry, oncecaught the attention of Loose Women viewers - but not for the reasons he intended.

A much-loved Strictly Come Dancing star made his much-anticipated return to the BBC dance show on Tuesday (Oct 31) as fans made the same demand. Kevin Clifton, 41, appeared on Strictly's spin-off show It Takes Two for its Halloween special as he took to Choreography Corner to give his verdict.

Strictly Come Dancing's Ellie Simmons has reportedly split from her childhood sweetheart, Matt Dean. The Paralympic swimmer and her long-term partner, who have known each other since they were toddlers, are said to be on good terms despite the break up.