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Strictly Come Dancing pro Vito Coppola has confessed to being "jealous" after partner Ellie Leach danced with another person on last week's episode. The talented duo sailed into the semi-finals after scoring 36 with their quickstep on Saturday (2 December) night, which was performed to Beauty and the Beast's Belle in honour of Musicals Week.The show was also the first time that Ellie, who is best known for playing Faye Windass on Coronation Street, danced with another partner on the ITV reality series.

Since first arriving on our screens in the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing, Coronation Street star Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola have delighted viewers week after week with their sensational performances. But while their constantly improving dance technique has been the source of much public interest, it’s the couple’s love lives that have really gotten fans talking, with several viewers believing a romance could have blossomed between the pair thanks to their sizzling chemistry.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel-Horwood has revealed that the atmosphere on the show has 'changed' following Nigel Harman being forced to bow out of the competition due to a medical injury.

It's been a very dramatic weekend for the Strictly Come Dancing team, following Casualty star Nigel Harman's unexpected exit from the show.To recap, the 50 year old actor was forced to withdraw from the BBC dancing competition after he sustained an injury to his rib while rehearsing for his performance that was scheduled for Saturday night. Announcing his departure, Nigel expressed his disappointment to host Claudia Winkleman and explained what actually happened.

Ellie Leach has shared her surprise and gratitude at reaching the Strictly Come Dancing semi-final.The former Coronation Street star, 22, who is competing for this year's Glitterball trophy with professional dancer Vito Coppola, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt thanks to her fans. Posting to her Instagram Story, Ellie wrote: "Never in a million years did I think we would get this far, I'm so grateful to be here and can't wait for another week of chaos with Vito Coppola. "Thank you all for your support none of this would be possible without you who support us every week." Ellie also shared a clip of Nigel Harman's emotional farewell, after he was forced to exit the show due to an injury, adding: "And as for this one...

Strictly Come Dancing returned on Saturday night as the quarter-finals got underway. Ellie Leach, Bobby Brazier, Layton Williams and Annabel Croft are the celebs left to battle it out for the glitterball trophy.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have called upon the BBC to cancel this weekend's elimination, after Nigel Harman was forced to withdraw from the competition just hours before the live quarter-finals were due to take place. The 50 year old Casualty star had been looking forward to dancing his way into the next round of the competition with his pro partner Katya Jones, with the couple having pulled out all the stops to perfect their lively Charleston routine set to Step in Time from Mary Poppins. However, during rehearsals Nigel sustained an injury that meant he could no longer safely perform, something which sadly saw him bow out of the contest on medical grounds.

Vito Coppola has been dominating the dancefloor with his Strictly Come Dancing partner Ellie Leach, but off screen switches off in his stylish home. The professional dancer, 31 and Coronation Street star, 22 have been impressing the judges with their skilled routines and undeniable chemistry which has secured them some top scores on the leaderboard.They've become fan favourites on the hit BBC show and are even tipped to take home the Strictly trophy. Away from Strictly, Vito can be found posting a number of videos on Instagram of his impressive home workouts, which have given a glimpse inside his minimalist but trendy pad.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Vito Coppola has given an insight into how hard he and Ellie Leach are training to prepare for Saturday night’s quarter final. The 31 year old pro dancer took to social media to share the update just hours after the pair had appeared on the BBC show’s spin-off programme It Takes Two. He posted a video on Instagram showing him and Coronation Street star Ellie, 22, sitting on the floor of the rehearsal room.

We're now only a couple of weeks away from the Strictly Come Dancing 2023 final but first, there's the small matter of the quater-finals for the remaining couples to contend with.

One of the remaining Strictly Come Dancing couples has been dealt a huge blow ahead of this week's show - as it has been claimed they 'won't make the final'. This weekend the BBC One dance contest enters week eleven which is not only the quarter-finals, but also the much-loved Musicals week. And the final five couples are ready to take to the dancefloor in the hope of impressing the judges and the voting public before the semi-finalists are revealed with the Glitterball trophy now well and truly in sight.

Strictly Come Dancing star Vito Coppola gave an insight into how hard he and Ellie Leach are training for the quarter-finals after the pair shared 'love' remarks. The Italian dancer took to his Instagram Story to offer the update hours after they had appeared on It Takes Two.

Gemma Atkinson has opened up about her big personal plan for the New Year which led her to admit: "I don't want to feel like that again!" The Hits Radio host was discussing how she felt during her second pregnancy earlier this year.

Bobby Brazier has given fans a sneaky glimpse at his upcoming Strictly Come Dancing routine - and he was certainly giving off Patrick Swayze vibes. The EastEnders star and his professional dance partner Dianne Buswell are currently preparing for the quarter-finals of the BBC One dance contest.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has told how she was rushed to hospital amid a 'never-ended health nightmare'. The dancer recently marked the end of her chemotherapy treatment by emotional ringing the bell months after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

Ellie Leach has told her fans 'you're not alone' as she offered a personal update amid her busy training schedule with Vito Coppola. The former Coronation Street actress is currently working hard for another week competing on Strictly Come Dancing.

If there's one couple taking Strictly Come Dancing by storm this year, it's got to be Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola. Ever since the series began, the actress and professional dancer have been causing a stir on the status of their relationship.The pair, who are partnered up on this year's BBC dance competition, have faced a lot of speculation whether there's something romantic between the two - and now the 31-year-old has added fuel to these rumours by calling the Coronation Street star "so passionate." In an interview with Bella magazine, Vito said: "On Saturday night, there is a moment of the show where she just clicks and switches on.The mood, the feelings, and everything becomes alive and magical. "So for me, it's really enjoyable every single week teaching Ellie because she's a good student.

Strictly Come Dancing star Krishnan Guru-Murthy has said it was a 'big decision' as he's been forced to swap dance partners. The Channel 4 News presenter impressed viewers of the BBC One dance contest during his time on the show.

Strictly Come Dancing fans are 'gutted' as Annabel Croft revealed she's set to swap out her dance partner.The former tennis star has been impressing the judges and viewers on the BBC One dance contest as she wows with her routines alongside dance partner Johannes Radebe.The last show saw the duo make it through to week eleven of the 2023 run of the competition, after they performed a paso double to Espana Cani by Trad. Annabel and Johannes were colour-coordinated in black and yellow Latin-inspired outfits, impressing the public and sending them through to the quarter-finals.

Ellie Leach has shared the one thing she loves about her Strictly Come Dancing partner Vito Coppola in a new interview, as romance rumours continue to circulate. Coronation Street actress Ellie, 22, is partnered with professional dancer Vito, 31, on the BBC One show, and the duo have proven to be a perfect pairing with their undeniable chemistry on the dance floor. Ellie, who played Faye Windass on the ITV soap until earlier this year, has now revealed her favourite thing about Vito as she gushed over his "sense of humour" and how much "fun" the duo have while working on Strictly together.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have said it's a 'shame' as Annabel Croft has revealed she's set to get a new dance partner. The former tennis star has been wowing the judges and viewers in the BBC One dance contest alongside professional dance partner Johannes Radebe.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have said they're 'so bored' as they shared a mixed reaction to the song and dance choices for Musicals week. The razzle-dazzle of the stage will be coming to the Elstree studio ballroom when the BBC One dance contest returns on Saturday (December 2).

Amanda Abbington is rocking quite a different look nowadays, following her surprise Strictly Come Dancing exit. Partnered up with Giovanni Pernice, the Sherlock actress, 51, decided to walk away from the BBC ballroom under vague circumstances, announcing via social media: "It is with deepest regret that I had to leave Strictly. I did not come to this decision easily or lightly but for personal reasons I am unable to continue.

Strictly Come Dancing celebrity Ellie Leach has introduced professional partner Vito Coppola to her family and they 'love' him. Currently taking the BBC ballroom by storm, the former Coronation Street actress and the Italian choreographer's chemistry and antics have fuelled romance rumours for weeks now. Having just busted out an Argentine Tango to Destiny's Child track Bills Bills Bills, the duo joined co-host Claudia Winkleman on the sofa.

Shirley Ballas went against her fellow judges during the latest Strictly Come Dancing results - after fans claimed to spot her 'problem' with one of the show's couples. Saturday night's live show (November 25) saw tears and standing ovations.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left "screaming" on Saturday night after Vito Coppola made a saucy comment to his dance partner Ellie Leach, fueling more romance rumours. The professional dancer, 31, and Coronation Street star, 22, have been the subject of romance rumours in recent weeks with their undeniable chemistry both on and off the dance floor.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have said it's 'so sad' the latest spoiler revealed a surprise bottom two. The hit BBC One dance show returned to screens on Saturday night (November 25) with a place in the quarter-finals at stake.

The competition is beginning to heat up on this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing, with just six celebrities remaining following Angela Rippon's elimination. Bobby Brazier, Annabel Croft, Ellie Leach, Nigel Harman, Layton Williams and Angela Scanlon remain on the BBC One show and will be taking to the dance floor once again on Saturday, 25 November as they continue to fight to take home the Glitterball trophy.

The cast and crew of Strictly Come Dancing have officially arrived home from Blackpool and the competition continues in the usual Elstree studio this weekend. Ellie Leach, Annabel Croft, Nigel Harman, Layton Williams and Bobby Brazier are the six celebrities still left in the competition.

Strictly Come Dancing fans could be in for a shocker this weekend as it has been predicted that one of the show's favourites 'will be in the bottom two'. The BBC One dance contest continues on Saturday night (November 25) as the competition enters week ten.