Strictly's Janette Manrara cradles baby Lyra as she celebrates milestone

Strictly Come Dancing's Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have revealed that their baby daughter Lyra loves to watch Strictly Come Dancing. The couple appeared as professionals on the BBC One show, with 39-year-old Manrara now hosting spin-off series It Takes Two.

Strictly Come Dancing professional, Giovanni Pernice, has made an exciting career announcement following his departure from the show. The star, 33, had to step away from the competition after his dance partner, Amanda Abbington, decided to quit amid 'rumours of an alleged feud' between the pair.

Janette Manrara shared a video of former Strictly Come Dancing professional Aljaz Skorjanec catching up on some sleep as they cuddled up with daughter Lyra on her Instagram Story. The family of three appeared to be having a very cosy Sunday afternoon as the It Takes Two host watched Behind The Attraction on Disney Plus. Janette, who is a big fan of Disney, noted she was already planning a trip to the theme park with her daughter.

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 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.

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’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 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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.