BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Ellie Leach says 'everyone keeps reminding me' as famous cousin supports

Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke has opened up about how he recently had the "most difficult" year he's had amid balancing his work commitments with family life. The star returned to the BBC One dance show last year as a fully-fledged judge for the second time after taking over the role from Bruno Tonioli.

Ellie Leach has revealed she still speaks to Vito Coppola "every day" despite Strictly Come Dancing ending months ago.The actress detailed her close bond with her dance partner during an interview on Good Morning Britain, as she addressed romance rumours. Ellie, 23, appeared on the ITV show on Tuesday, 19 March to discuss her return to acting with hosts Ed Balls and Susanna Reid.The former Coronation Street star revealed she still contacts Strictly pro Vito, 31, every single day, as Ed quizzed her over the nature of their close friendship - which had sparked romance speculation on several occasions.

Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe has been flooded with supportive messages from fans as he told them: "I must have used up all my luck for the year." The dancer is currently preparing to hit the road in his very own show.

Ellie Leach said she was 'crying' over her best friend's sweet gesture as she travelled to London for her latest TV appearance. The Strictly Come Dancing winner appeared on Good Morning Britain on Tuesday morning (March 19) amid her new big gig.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden said it was 'back to reality' after a busy period that including a holiday with one of her dancing co-stars. The dancer showed off her new gorgeous blonde hair as she ditched the UK just weeks after finding out there was no evidence of cancer left in her body.

Strictly Come Dancing's Layton Williams has shared with his fans that he has a secret health problem and has to work really hard when he is dancing because of it. Layton, who is 29 years old and was in the final of Strictly Come Dancing in 2023 with Nikita Kuzmin, said that he almost fainted while on stage. He even had an accident and fell down on Wednesday.

Ellie Leach has declared her love for Vito Coppola after the Strictly Come Dancing winners were faced with comments on their relationship. The pair quickly became favourites last year when they were paired for the 2023 series of the BBC One dance contest.

Ellie Leach has been defended by fans after she was seen beaming alongside Bobby Brazier after he came to support her in her new venture. The Strictly Come Dancing winner was fresh from the show's 2024 live tour when she was back on the road making her stage debut.

Ellie Leach was quick to show her support for Colson Smith as he was seen entering the Celebrity Big Brother house. The Coronation Street star was among the famous faces revealed as having signed up for the first CBB in six years.

Ellie Leach was seen reuniting with one of her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars as they supported her in her new venture. The BBC One dance show winner was fresh from the show's epic live tour when she headed straight into rehearsals for her stage debut.

Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe has delighted fans as he made a 'special announcement' involving Annabel Croft. The pair were partners during the latest run of the BBC One dance show at the end of last year (2023).

Amy Dowden has said last year's Strictly Come Dancing was 'so cruel' and 'bittersweet' as she made a triumphant return before the end of the series following her cancer treatment. It was last May that the dancer announced she'd been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Strictly Come Dancing star Angela Rippon has headed off on a well-deserved break after her dancing journey came to an end following a 'major medical meltdown'. The legendary broadcaster wowed audiences during the BBC One dance contest last year with pro partner Kai Widdrington.

Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier shared a fresh selfie to social media for the first time since he was spotted out and about in London with Ellie Leach. The pair are said to have grown close since competing in the BBC One dance contest.

Strictly Come Dancing star Vito Coppola is preparing for his next reunion with his co-stars with Dianne Buswell sharing her 'hope' for the next time they're on tour together. It's only been a couple of weeks since the pro dancers went their separate ways after the BBC One show's official tour.

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Aljaz Skorjanec has issued a plea to fans as he was supported by Gemma Atkinson over his heartbreaking loss. The BBC One show's family of past and present dancers and celebrities have been paying tribute following the death of Robin Windsor.

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Robin Windsor spoke about 'hiding' and 'darkness' in his final Instagram post, weeks before his tragic death at the age of 44. Just three weeks before he died, Robin shared a very moving last picture on Instagram where he was dressed all in black and standing against a dark wall, along with the caption: "Hiding in the shadows". The sad news about Robin's passing was shared by the dance group Burn The Floor on Facebook early Tuesday morning, where they said: "The Burn the Floor family has lost one of its founding members, Robin 'Bobby' Windsor - who has tragically passed away." They remembered him as someone who danced with them for twenty years.

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Robin 'Bobby' Windsor has died aged 44 with tributes pouring in for the 'remarkable' dancer. Robin, who appeared on the show between 2010 and 2015, was an original member of dance show Burn The Floor, who announced his shock death on their official website.Their statement read: "Burn the Floor family has lost one of its founding members, Robin 'Bobby' Windsor - who has tragically passed away.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Robin Windsor has tragically passed away at the age of 44, it has been announced. Dance company Burn The Floor, which Robin co-founded, confirmed his passing on Facebook on 19 February.The company's statement read: "The Burn the Floor family has lost one of its founding members, Robin 'Bobby' Windsor - who has tragically passed away." It continued: "A BTF journeyman he danced with us for twenty years - including Broadway, The West End and all our crazy adventures around the world. His stunning image attached with Jessica Raffa defined our company, colourful, extreme and sensual.

Ellie Leach was left gushing over her 'loves' after being forced to brush off multiple romance claims since her Strictly Come Dancing success. The actress is currently preparing for her next gig after winning the BBC One dance contest at the end of last year with professional dancer Vito Coppola.