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Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin might be partnered with Layton Williams this year, but fans of the series could enjoy a spin around the ballroom with the pro in his new role. Nikita is one of the pro dancers for the BBC One show and has been stunning audiences this season with his performances alongside Layton.

Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach has told her dance partner Vito Coppola "I love you", as he confessed he was looking forward to another “beautiful” day together.The pair have sparked comments throughout the series about their electric connection, and as Vito thanked his fans for their support, Ellie took the moment to share her love for the 31 year old. On Wednesday, 1 October, Vito shared a video of him on his Instagram account, where he said that he and Ellie “feel so close” to their fans, and they don’t take “anything for granted.” He also admitted that the love from his fans help him when he is feeling “alone,” as his family are still in Italy while he is in the UK. Alongside the video, Vito shared a sweet caption, where he paid a sweet tribute to former Coronation Street actress Ellie.

Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams has spoken about how his nerves have got the better of him despite getting a standing ovation for his most recent performance with dance partner Nikita Kuzman.

Strictly Come Dancing star Vito Coppola has fuelled rumours of a romance with his partner Ellie Leach, as he kissed her on Wednesday night's episode of Strictly: It Takes Two.The duo appeared on the BBC spin-off show alongside host, Janette Manrara, to discuss their upcoming performance, which will see them dance an American Smooth to Robbie Williams' Ain't That A Kick In The Head. Former Coronation Street star Ellie hailed Vito as "an amazing person" and expressed her gratitude for the Italian-born professional dancer. Ellie said: "I think that every week I'm seeing myself grow much more.

Three months on since welcoming their adorable baby girl Lyra into the world, Strictly Come Dancing stars Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec have opened up about their desire to have more children in the future, as they reflected on their tough journey to welcome their first born safely into the world. Janette, 39, gave birth to her precious little one in July 2023, but in a new interview with Prima magazine, the loved up couple have revealed how their journey to parenthood hadn’t been completely smooth sailing. Reflecting on her journey to motherhood, Janette told the publication: “I still can’t believe I’m a mum.

Aljaz Skorjanec sweetly told his wife Janette Manrara 'it was special' as they enjoyed a 'first' together for the first time in a year.. The former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancers have had quite the few months since becoming parents for the first time.

Coronation Street star Elle Mulvaney put on an unrecognisable display with one of her co-stars as they enjoyed some Halloween festivities early over the weekend. While the big day is today (Tuesday, October 31), many people were marking the spookiest time of the year with parties and events in the days before.

Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have found themselves flooded with comments after documenting a 'first' with their baby daughter online. The former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancers welcomed their first child into the world back in July.

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell and Bobby Brazier seem to have struck up a close relationship on and off the dancefloor with the EastEnders actor confessing he is 'falling in love' with his professional dance partner.

Strictly Come Dancing star Angela Scanlon has warned the judges 'don't mess' as her dance partner Carlos gave a short one-word reply to the feedback given during Saturday's live show. On Wednesday night (October 25), the Irish TV presenter and professional dancer appeared on Strictly's spin-off show It Takes Two to chat to host Janette Manrara.

Strictly’s Vito Coppola has opened up on the shock incident which led to him being injured by partner Ellie Leach at the weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach has branded dance partner Vito Coppola 'the most dramatic' after viewers were left concerned that he'd suffered an injury during last week's show. It comes as the pair made an appearance on Wednesday night's It Takes Two and addressed the 'serious' moment they shared at the end of their week five paso doble.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Carlos Gu has jokingly clapped back at Craig Revel Horwood's harsh feedback to Angela Scanlon from Saturday night's episode. Appearing on Strictly: It Takes Two, Janette Manrara asked Carlos his thoughts on Craig's comments that their dance 'wasn't smooth, unfortunately' and that they 'needed new ideas'.The 29 year old professional dancer laughed, however, and gave a one word answer about his opinions - "rude".

Strictly Come Dancing Bobby Brazier declared his love for dance partner Dianne Buswell as the pair, who are competing together in this year's series, appeared on Lorraine, hosted by Christine Lampard. Bobby and Dianne have quickly become fan favourites, with the actor admitting he's getting used to life in the Strictly camp. He said: "We spend so much time together, all day every day together." He joked: "There are times where I don't like you, there are times where I love you.

Strictly Come Dancing has lost another star from this year's series, after actress Amanda Abbington quit the series.The 49 year old, who is best known for her roles in Mr Selfridge and Sherlock, was mysteriously absent from the live show on Saturday leaving pro dancer Giovanni Pernice without a partner. It Takes Two host Janette Manrara had to break the news to viewers of her TV show, just a day before Amanda and Giovanni were due to take to the dance floor for their Cha Cha Cha to Jamiroquai's hit, Canned Heat.

Amanda Abbington has quit Strictly Come Dancing, it has been confirmed, after she was forced to miss the live show on Saturday, 21 October. According to The Daily Star, Amanda, 49, who was partnered with Giovanni Pernice, 33, on the show, made the decision to step down from the competition after becoming 'fed up'.

Amanda Abbington has shared a moving twelve-word message with fans after she was forced to pull out of the show due to medical reasons. The actress, who proved popular amongst viewers, broke her silence on Instagram after it was confirmed she would not be performing on Saturday night.

Twelve couples were set to take to the ballroom this Saturday night (October 21) as this year's Strictly Come Dancing nears the halfway mark. Week five of the BBC One dance contest will determine who makes it through to next weekend's Halloween special.

Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington has broken her silence after pulling out of Saturday's live show.

An actress has pulled out of the Strictly Come Dancing live show on Saturday night “due to medical reasons”. Former Strictly professional Janette Manrara announced the news on BBC Two spin-off show It Takes Two, telling the audience “we have some breaking news” that Amanda Abbington would not be taking part in the episode.

Strictly star Amanda Abbington was pictured looking tired and with a downcast expression on her face as she left rehearsals separately from her pro partner Giovanni Pernice this week. Strictly Come Dancing fans were then dealt a heartbreaking blow just hours before the fifth live show of the series, when it was revealed that Amanda would no longer be taking part this weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara has posted an adorable snap of herself cradling baby daughter Lyra as she celebrated a milestone 12 weeks since the little one was born. The professional dancer, 39, welcomed her daughter with her Strictly pro-dancer husband, Aljaž Škorjanec, 33, on July 28.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were dealt a heartbreaking blow just hours before the fifth live show of the series, when it was revealed that Amanda Abbington would no longer be taking part this weekend. The news broke late on Friday evening, when It Takes Two host Janette Manrara said: "We have some breaking news, unfortunately due to medical reasons, Amanda will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend.

Fans have flooded Aljazk Skorjanec with a very similar message as he was seen out and about with his baby daughter. The former Strictly Come Dancing star is currently flying solo with Lyra Rose while his wife Janette Manrara works in London.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova has once again shared her love for Janette Manrara after they were last seen celebrating her birthday together. At the end of last month, the dancer was up north for an appearance on BBC's Morning Live, meaning she could catch up with Janette who moved to Cheshire earlier this year.

Strictly Come Dancing partners Bobby Brazier and Dianne Buswell were last night harbouring a little secret during their appearance on It Takes Two, as the pair opted to secretly swap shoes. Taking to Instagram last night after they featured on the much-loved spin-off show - hosted by Janette Manrara and Fleur East - EastEnders actor Bobby revealed that the pair were wearing each other's footwear for the live appearance.

Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier has addressed the emotional weekend as he and professional dance partner Dianne Buswell both seemed close to tears during the latest live show on Saturday night, 14 October. In the dance couple's appearance on It Takes Two today, 18 October, the duo were all smiles and excited to talk about what's next in the competition. But before they did, presenter Janette Manrara was keen to put the reports about the pair to bed, amid worries that Australian star Dianne, 34, and her relationship with Joe Sugg was at risk.

Janette Manrara looked downcast as she opened up to her fans about having to say 'goodbye'. The dancer-turned-TV presenter spent her late Tuesday evening (October 17) preparing for her return to London as she is due to return to hosting duties on Strictly Come Dancing spin-off It Takes Two.

Gorka Marquez has opened up about his gruelling schedule as he juggles Strictly Come Dancing training and rehearsals as well as being a father-of-two.

Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez shared details of an 'exclusive' group he and some of his co-stars are part of. The dancer, who unfortunately left the competition during week three with celebrity dance partner Nikita Kanda, was opening up about juggling the show and being a new dad-of-two.

Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have been defended by fans after they were seen teasing a new venture alongside a string of adorable snaps. The new parents were seen out enjoying their new life in the countryside with their daughter, Lyra Rose.

Strictly Come Dancing former professional dancer Janette Manrara has teased a special new project with her husband Aljaž Škorjanec, and fans will be delighted to learn that the couple are working together again. Aljaž revealed he was quitting the show early last year, following his last series dancing with Dragons Den star Sara Davies, which was only a year after Janette also left and went on to host spin-off show It Takes Two. In between having their first baby together, a gorgeous little girl named Lyra, Aljaž and Janette are now leaning in to their new lives as parents in the countryside up north.

Rylan Clark has announced an exciting new career move after stepping down from presenting Strictly Come Dancing's spin-off show 'It Takes Two'.The BBC Radio 2 host confirmed he would be taking a step back from his role on the show after four years.The former X Factor star began co-hosting the show alongside Zoe Ball in 2019, before the fellow Radio 2 star left and was replaced by Strictly dancer Janette Manrara. Rylan then announced that he too would be leaving the BBC2 show to "pass on the baton to someone else and explore what else life has for me." But now the Celebrity Gogglebox star has teased that he’s back with a whole new reality TV show, admitting to fans that it’s "not as easy as it sounds." In a statement talking about his Strictly departure, the 34-year-old wrote: "I’ve had the best time hosting the show alongside Janette and Zoe, and I can’t thank the amazing team enough for always putting on a great show." I’ve been welcomed into the Strictly family and will firmly hold that title dear to me," he added.The role has since been taken over by X Factor and Strictly star Fleur East.

Rylan Clark has revealed his next career move after Strictly Come Dancing spin-off It Takes Two returned to screens without him. The BBC Radio 2 host left fans gutted earlier this year after confirming that he'd be stepping back from his hosting role on Strictly: It Takes Two after four years ahead of the BBC dance contest's return later this year.

Aljaz Skorjanec appeared to be holding back tears as he shared an adorable moment with his baby daughter in Janette Manrara's absence. The couple, who were both professional dancers on Strictly Come Dancing welcomed their first child into the world back in July.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has shared an update on her "tough" and ongoing battle with breast cancer as she appeared on It Takes Two on Wednesday evening. It was professional dancer's second return to the world of Strictly since she was diagnosed with breast cancer in May and underwent a mastectomy in June. Speaking to host Janette Manrara, Amy gave a candid update on her journey and revealed she had "chemo again tomorrow".