Strictly’s Nikita Kuzmin pictured in steamy clinch with mystery woman

Taking to the Strictly dance floor in front of millions last Saturday night, Bury-born actor Layton Williams and his dance partner Nikita Kuzmin delivered a mesmerising samba which received huge praise from the judges.

Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams has hit back at claims he has an "unfair advantage" on the BBC show. Layton, 29 has been dominating the Strictly scoreboard with his natural rhythm and almost faultless frame which scored him four nines in just the second week. His compatibility with professional dance partner Nikita Kuzmin has also been applauded by the judges with Craig Revel Horwood labelling Layton's talent as "ridiculous".

Strictly star Layton Williams is reportedly set to quit his role in a major reality show after his BBC ballroom stint.

Strictly star Ellie Leach has said she is 'so thankful' after she scored her first 10 of the season on Saturday night's live show.

Strictly Come Dancing's Zara McDermott has told fans she 'let herself down' after ending up in the dance-off for the second time. The BBC dance contest returned this weekend for its fifth week which saw 11 of the 12 remaining couples take to the ballroom to compete for their spot on the show.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left irritated after spoilers supposedly revealing the pairing set to leave the competition this week were leaked

Strictly Come Dancing fans are demanding an 'update' after they expressed concern over one of the show's professional dancers. There was excitement all around on Saturday night (October 21) for Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola as they arguably pulled off their best dance to date.

We're nearing the halfway mark of the competition already so we're hoping for another spectacular night of dances on Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night. Week five of the BBC One dance contest will see the 12 remaining couples return to the ballroom.

Loose Women star Brenda Edwards shared her support for Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams, who is taking the show by storm with his professional dance partner Nikita Kuzmin this year, after attending Saturday night's performance. The TV star and panellist is a singer and theatre star herself, having announced her next project as the director of a West End touring production earlier this year. And after a night watching the celebrity contestants tear up the Elstree Studios dance floor on 14 October, Brenda was bubbling with excitement to take part in the competition next year too.

James Haskell was among those celebrating England's win during the Rugby World Cup quarter-final, just days after he was forced to speak out after being snapped with a mystery woman on a night out. James, 38, who has denied any wrongdoing, was joined at the match by a number of pals including Zara Tindall as he sang along to Neil Diamond's Sweet Caroline in the stands.

Strictly Come Dancing fans couldn't help but trigger an age-old debate relating to the hit dance show as the latest results were revealed. Week four of the BBC One competition saw Layton Williams smash this year's record by achieving the highest score of the series so far.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has finally confirmed his new romance with his new model girlfriend, as he has shared some gorgeous loved up snaps on his Instagram. Earlier this month, it was revealed Nikita had found love again with model Lauren Jaine and the dancer has now confirmed the romance.The pair have been spotted together at different events in recent weeks, but now Nikita has shared some adorable pictures in a photo dump on his account.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were completely bowled over when they tuned in for the latest results from the ballroom. It was all systems go on Saturday night (October 14) as the 13 remaining couples took to the dancefloor as they continued to vie for the Glitterball trophy.

Chloe Madeley has been spotted without her wedding ring as she went on a night out with pals, after pictures of her husband James Haskell talking closely with another woman. Rugby star James, 38, was seen on Thursday night chatting with a mystery blonde as he left Chiltern Firehouse in West London. James, who is now a DJ, sported a black t-shirt with a neon yellow alien print on it as he leaned in to talk to the woman, who was later seen smiling at him as they were surrounded by revellers.

Neil Jones may not have a Strictly Come Dancing partner this year, but when it comes to the celebrity contestants, he's certainly got their back. Speaking to OK! this week, the professional dancer, 29, defended Layton Williams, who has received backlash since joining the show for his previous dancing experience.

Some Strictly Come Dancing fans considered switching off the latest live show over one judge's actions. Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and head judge Shirley Ballas were all back in the ballroom on Saturday night (October 14).

Fans of Strictly Come Dancing were left wondering if Tess Daly had suffered a 'wardrobe malfunction' as soon as she appeared in the ballroom. The presenter was back fronting the hit BBC One show on Saturday night (October 14) alongside Claudia Winkleman.

Layton Williams, 29, is currently partnered with Strictly Come Dancing professional Nikita Kuzmin and the pair have been lighting up with the dance floor. In their most recent performance for Movie Week, Layton wowed in a pink skirt for his Grease themed Viennese Waltz. However, he thinks after several seasons including same-sex couples, next year bosses could welcome a trans contestant.

Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams and his professional dance partner Nikita Kuzmin were spotted leaving an afterparty rather worse for wear. The dancing duo, who have been turning heads in the BBC competition with their exceptional partnership, appeared to have had a night of making shapes and downing the drinks as they stumbled down the stairs inside the Roundhouse venue in Camden, following the Attitude Awards on Wednesday evening, 11 October.

Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin looks to have found love with model and recent University of Durham graduate, Lauren Jaine, after the pair were pictured getting cosy together after Saturday's show. The 25 year old professional dancer, who first joined the BBC One show in 2021 for its 19th series, has apparently been dating Lauren for months, with an insider telling The Sun that they "seem to have an amazing connection." The source also revealed the pair have "tried to keep their romance under the radar but they have been attending events together and are really enjoying each other's company." "Things are progressing and Nikita is very happy with his new romance," they added.