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Actor Will Mellor is already a favourite to win Strictly Come Dancing after a sizzling hip-shaking performance on his live show. As all 15 of the latest batch of celebrities took to the floor with their pro partners on the BBC dance show, Will impressed with his powerful performance to Livin’ La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin with Nancy Xu.

Will Mellor dedicated his dance to his mum and late dad as he and Wildlife presenter Hamza Yassin placed joint top of the Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard in week one of the new series. Saturday marked the first competition night of the popular show, with 15 couples battling it out to get as many points as possible. Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps star Will performed an electric jive to Livin’ La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin with his partner Nancy Xu which impressed judges Motsi Mabuse and Shirley Ballas so much that they gave him a standing ovation and a score of 34.

Actor Will Mellor is set to be a favourite to go on and lift the Glitterball trophy as winner of Strictly Come Dancing for 2022 after topping the leaderboard and wowing judges and fans in week one of the show. Betfair have now revealed Will’s odds of winning the show have been slashed to 6/4 from 5/1, making him the new favourite to win the show after an impressive opening week score of 34.

Strictly Come Dancing star Rhys Stephenson, who competed in the 2021 series of the hit show, has revealed that Strictly bosses have therapists on site to help cope with the “stress” of the show. During an intimate chat about The Diana Award on ‘The Big Anti-Bullying Assembly 2022’, Rhys, 28, exclusively told OK!: “We had a lot of support.They have their own therapists in there.They've got people that who you can talk to if you're feeling lonely, because I mean, they know it can be a very stressful show in a very scary show.” The TV presenter made it far into the competition last year, being the 11th contestant to make his exit alongside professional dance partner Nancy Xu, 31. He also spoke about the support he received during his time on the show and revealed everyone was “amazing”.

Will Mellor and Wildlife presenter Hamza Yassin have placed joint top of the Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard in week one of the new series. Saturday marked the first competition night of the popular show, with 15 couples battling it out to get as many points as possible.

Hollyoaks actor Will Mellor and dancer Nancy Xu gave an electric performance as they jived to Livin’ La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin on the first live show of Strictly Come Dancing 2022. The Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps star, 46, impressed judges Motsi Mabuse, 41, and Shirley Ballas, 62, so much that they gave him a standing ovation and a score of 34, leaving dancer Nancy, 31, in tears.

Strictly Come Dancing's James Bye has revealed his delight that he has been partnered up with Amy Dowden for his time on the show.The EastEnders actor, 38, has admitted that Amy is one of his favourite professionals and that he was "blown away" at the reveal. James told OK! and other press: "I was really shocked they gave me Amy, I view Amy, for me, watching the show...

Week one of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is upon us, with this year's contestants set to take to the dance floor for the very first live show this evening. The show airs tonight, Saturday 24 September, following Friday's launch show where it was revealed which celebrity has been paired with which professional dancer.

Strictly Come Dancing is back and one of its new celebrity stars has had fans of the show talking about more than just his new dance partner. As actor Will Mellor, 46, best known for his role as Gaz Wilkinson in the hit show Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, sat down with Strictly host Claudia Winkleman, as he spoke about his new dance partner Nancy Xu. Viewers were zoning in on a little more than his dance partner, though, as his "snug" trousers had people taking to Twitter to comment.

Not only is there a new set of celebrities taking to the ballroom this year, there are also four new professional dancers who will be putting on their expert dancing shoes when Strictly Come Dancing returns.

It's felt like a long time coming but the countdown to Christmas will officially begin tonight with the return of the all-sparkling Strictly Come Dancing. And the brand new group of celebrities have officially undergone their glitzy and glam makeovers ahead of the 2022 series.

The celebrities have been revealed, the Glitterball has been given a thorough polish and the countdown to the start of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 has offically begun. And to launch the BBC show's 20th series, Strictly pros Nadiya Bychkova, Gorka Márquez, Nikita Kuzmin and Nancy Xu join OK! for an exclusive photoshoot where they reveal what it's really like to work in on of TV's most sought-after jobs and chat life away from the camera.

Strictly Come Dancing's four new professionals are set to be introduced to viewers in a cinematic routine filmed alongside the returning cast. European cup winner Vito Coppola, Chinese national champion Carlos Gu, former Under-21 British national champion Lauren Oakley and Latin dance champion Michelle Tsiakkas complete the show's largest-ever line-up of 20 pros this year.They join the returning Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Amy Dowden, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Cameron Lombard, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Giovanni Pernice, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington and Nancy Xu.The introductory routine will form part of the Strictly Come Dancing launch show airing on BBC One and iPlayer on 17 September.

The professionals of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing have cosied up together, posing for a sweet snap as they start rehearsals for the 2022 series of the show, which is due to start in September. All 12 celebrities have now been announced for this year's series, and the line-up includes the likes of actor Will Mellor, former Coronation Street star Kym Marsh, Loose Women's Kaye Adams, and singer Fleur East.

Gemma Atkinson has publically shown her support for her fiancé after he was forced to pull out of an upcoming tour. Gorka Marquez announced on Wednesday morning (June 8) that he is no longer taking part in Strictly Presents... Keeeep Dancing which starts later this month.

Soap star Maisie Smith has debuted a beautiful new look as she made a huge announcement on Tuesday.The former EastEnders actress showcased a glamorous curly hairstyle as she appeared on BBC Morning Live to announce a new Strictly Come Dancing tour. Maisie, 20, was joined by her Strictly co-star Rhys Stephenson to promote their new show Strictly Presents: Keeeep Dancing!.They will embark on the new tour in the coming months.

The countdown to Strictly Come Dancing is officially on now that the long-running BBC show has confirmed the professional line-up for the next series following some big departures.TV bosses have unveiled the stars taking part in the upcoming 20th series, including fan favourites Giovanni Pernice, Gorka Marquez and Karen Hauer. Other dancers who will be teaching famous faces how to dance once again are Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima and Amy Dowden.

Strictly Come Dancing has confirmed which professionals will be returning this year, and there's some shocking exits.

READ: Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood talks Oti Mabuse exit: 'It's brilliant news'One of those affected was Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin, who hails from the European nation. The star took to his social media channels to share an image of the country's flag, and he simply wrote: "Heartbreaking." On his Instagram Stories, the professional dancer also shared a map showing all the locations of airstrikes in Ukraine.WATCH: Nikita Kuzmin returns to Strictly Tour - and is met with great responseHis post was immediately met with support from both his fans and his co-stars, with Neil Jones writing: "Such a sad day.

Janette Manrara turned up the heat on Valentine's Day. The Strictly Come Dancing star shared a risqué snapshot showing her and husband Aljaz Skorjanec – and fans went wild.MORE: Janette Manrara's home with Aljaz Skorjanec is full of Strictly memoriesThe photo shows the couple wearing nothing but jeans.

Strictly star Aljaz Skorjanec has melted hearts after sharing an incredibly sweet tribute to two very important ladies in his life.MORE: Aljaz Skorjanec acts as the perfect bodyguard for wife Janette Manrara in sweet videoThe 31-year-old professional dancer is gearing up for the very last Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour dates this weekend, which will see the professional dancers and their partners descend on the O2 Arena in London for five shows across three days. WATCH: Strictly's Janette Manrara sizzles in sequinned mini dressTaking to Instagram ahead of the first London show, Aljaz shared a photo of himself snuggled up to wife Janette Manrara as they enjoyed some downtime between rehearsals - but dedicated his caption to both Janette and his Strictly 2021 partner Sara Davies.MORE: Janette Manrara sizzles in sparkly mini dress with daring thigh slitMORE: Strictly's Aljaz Skorjanec heartbroken after sad family farewell"My missis is hosting 5 shows at the @TheO2London this weekend while I am dancing with a ballroom QUEEN.. LIFE IS GOOD!" he wrote.

Strictly Come Dancing star John Whaite has left fans swooning over his incredible singing voice in a video on Instagram. The previous Great British Bake Off Winner recorded himself playing his guitar and singing Taylor Swift’s hit song, Lover. The 32 year old captioned the “stunning” performance with: “Lover by Taylor Swift.

Strictly Come Dancing star John Whaite has wowed fans by showing off another incredible talent.

Dan Walker has delighted fans as he reunited with his Strictly Come Dancing co-stars.

With a queue snaking what felt like half way around Manchester, it was clear that a pandemic putting a pause on the live shows of Strictly Come Dancing had done nothing to lose it any of it's die-hard fans.

They held the nation enthralled with one of the moving series in Strictly history and the dancers looked on top form as they arrived in Manchester for their live show.

After a two year absence, the sequin-festooned spectacle of Strictly Come Dancing Live is back at arenas up and down the country.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has been flooded with comments as she shared an update from the Strictly Come Dancing live tour.

Nikita Kuzmin has shared his devastation as he's had no choice but to pull out of a portion of the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour.The 24 year old, who recently competed on the main programme with Tilly Ramsay, took to his Instagram feed to announce the news to his 109,000 followers.The professional dancer shared a snap of himself in costume with Gordon Ramsay's daughter Tilly, 20, alongside two mirror selfies where he looks sad holding three positive rapid tests before explaining the situation. In the caption, he said: "So sad to be missing a portion of the Strictly Live Tour, but unfortunately I tested Positive for COVID-19." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. You can sign up at the top of the page.

The female stars of Strictly Come Dancing showed off their glam looks as they reunited for the show's live tour.

Strictly star Giovanni Pernice has addressed rumours that dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis won't be part of the show's arena tour.

Rhys Stephenson has addressed fans' claims that he could replace AJ Odudu at the BBC Strictly Come Dancing final on Saturday 18 December.The CBBC presenter, 28, was eliminated from the hit competition last week alongside his partner Nancy Xu after they faced John Whaite and Johannes Radebe in the show's dreaded dance-off. While AJ, 33, made the devastating announcement on Friday 17 December that she would no longer be taking part in the final due to her painful ankle injury.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers want Rhys Stephenson to replace AJ Odudu after the TV presenter had to pull out of the competition due to a foot injury. Rhys, 28, was eliminated from the competition last week after making it all the way to the semi-finals alongside his partner, Nancy Xu, 30.

CBBC presenter Rhys Stephenson narrowly missed out on a place in the Strictly Come Dancing final after becoming the 11th contestant to be eliminated from the dance competition in what was hailed "the most amazing dance off ever" against John Whaite.

The three finalists for the 2021 Strictly Come Dancing final have been confirmed after an emotional dance off on Sunday night.

Strictly Come Dancing's John Whaite and Johannes Radebe have dazzled fans with their latest looks.