BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans were left making the same demand after being left speechless by Danny Cipriani.
19.12.2023 - 10:25 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams has issued a plea to his supporters as he doesn't want 'what' everyone did' to him during the series to happen to Ellie Leach after winning the show. The actor and West End star made it to the final of the BBC One dance contest with professional partner Nikita Kuzmin.
The pair pulled out all the stops for their three performances on Saturday night (December 16), achieving not one but two perfect scores from the judges. Layton and Nikita faced Ellie and her dance partner Vito Coppola as well as Bobby Brazier and Dianne Buswell in the grand finale of the 2023 series.
As already mentioned, a bid to win the Glitterball trophy, each couple performed three routines each and while the judges gave their feedback and scores, the end result came down to the public vote.
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At the end of all nine performances, it was Bury-born Layton and Ukrainian dancer Nikita received a total score of 119 points out of a possible 120 after scoring two '40s' while Bobby and Dianne bagged 117 points. Ellie and Vito then placed bottom of the final leader board having received a total of 115 points but were crowned winners after the public vote.
The results, confirmed by hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkelman, meant that Ellie was the youngest-ever winner of Strictly while Vito emerged victorious with only his second celebrity partner after reaching the final last year with Fleur East.
But following the news, while many rushed to congratulate and praise the winners, some felt the other two couples had
BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans were left making the same demand after being left speechless by Danny Cipriani.
Strictly Come Dancing's Bobby Brazier is in the middle of a 'secret feud' after it was noticed he's not following some co-stars on social media. Just one week on since the show's conclusion, eagle eyed fans noticed that the 20 year old actor from EastEnders didn't click follow for Les Dennis, Nikita Kanda, and Nigel Harman.
It's been a busy few months for professional dancer, Nikita Kuzmin, who just missed out on winning the iconic Glitterball trophy with his partner, Bad Education star Layton Williams, during this year's Strictly Come Dancing. However, since the grand final, the 25 year old has been enjoying some well-deserved down time with his girlfriend, as they both jetted off to Dubai for some winter sun just before Christmas.
Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier has admitted to 'missing' his co-star as he opened up about feeling 'lost' now the show has ended. The EastEnders actor made it all the way to the end of the BBC One dance contest with professional dance partner Dianne Buswell.
Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has spoken out for the first time since missing out on the Glitterball trophy with Layton Williams. The pair pulled out all the stops during the grand final of the BBC One dance contest on Saturday night (December 16).
Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach has issued a plea to her fans and followers as she addressed them for the first time since winning the show. The actress took to social media for the first time since she and Vito Coppola were crowned winners of this year's BBC One dance contest.
Fans have rushed to respond to Giovanni Pernice's saucy post after his appearance during the Strictly Come Dancing final. Fans were thrilled to see the dancer perform again as the latest run of the BBC One dance contest came to an end.
Layton Williams has issued a simple two-word message to Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola after he lost out to them in the Strictly Come Dancing final. The actor and West End star made it through to the end of the BBC One dance contest this year with dance partner Nikita Kuzmin.
One of the Strictly Come Dancing judges looks 'set to be replaced' next year after fans issued a complaint saying it "drives me mad". Saturday night's (December 16) final saw Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke on the judging panel for the last time this year.
Layton Williams and Bobby Brazier's true feelings about losing out on Strictly Come Dancing have been uncovered after fans' 'lovely' observation. The two actors and their dance partners both missed out on the 2023 title and Glitterball trophy to Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola on Saturday night (December 16).
Strictly Come Dancing viewers have been left a little concerned for one of the show's professional dancers after an 'emotional' appearance during the final. Dianne Buswell made it to the end of the 2023 run of the BBC One dance contest with celebrity partner Bobby Brazier.
Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood is said to have been 'overwhelmed' during the 2023 final after a telling moment in which he tried to fight back tears. The latest run of the BBC One dance contest came to an end on Saturday night (December 16).
Strictly Come Dancing viewers have been left with a demand over one of the show's professional dancers after he was linked to a 'missing' star during the 2023 finale. Giovanni Pernice was spotted back in the ballroom on Saturday night (December 16) as this year's BBC One dance contest came to an end.
Strictly Come Dancing stars Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola have been announced as the winners of this year's 2023 series.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have made a cheeky demand to Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola as they broke their silence on their spectacular win which saw Ellie make history as the youngest ever winner. It was an epic night on BBC One on Saturday (December 16) as the hit dance contest drew to a close for another year.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left distracted just moments after Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola were crowned this year's winners after they urged producers to "please check" on Ellie's family. The former Coronation Street star emerged victorious on Saturday night (December 16) alongside Vito.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have said it's 'not needed' as they made a complaint just seconds into the 2023 final. It was just Ellie Leach, Layton Williams and Bobby Brazier left in the competition as it reached its climax on Saturday night (December 16).
One of the biggest nights in the TV calendar is here - the Strictly Come Dancing 2023 final. It's set to be a dazzling night in the ballroom as, after 13 weeks, this year's winner will be announced.
One of the remaining Strictly Come Dancing couples is said to be displaying a ‘telepathic connection’ that could guarantee their win this weekend. Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola will battle it out on the dance floor to be named the show’s 2023 champions.
Craig Revel Horwood disagreed with his fellow judges at the Strictly Come Dancing semi-final as he opted to save Annabel Croft over Bobby Brazier - despite judges Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas voting in favour of saving the latter. Craig, 58, was the third judge to vote, leaving head judge Shirley, 62, to cast the deciding vote.