Strictly Come Dancing professional Nikita Kuzmin's girlfriend has been seen for the first time as she waited in line with Jeff Brazier to take their seats in the BBC studio audience

After the official Strictly Come Dancing Instagram page posted Angela and Kai Widdrington's latest routine, some cruel fans clapped back saying she was "overrated".

Latin dance champion Michelle Tsiakkas is one of the stars benched for the 2023 series, along with Strictly Come Dancing contestants Neil Jones and Amy Dowden.

Former Coronation Street star Ellie came out with hip-shaking spirit as she opened the show with her Italian dance partner

"I'm really excited."

Layton Williams made Strictly Come Dancing history during Saturday’s live show after putting on a stunning performance with his partner. After dancing a Cha Cha Cha with his partner Nikita Kuzmin, the West End star, 29, received a standing ovation from judge Motsi Mabuse. Layton made history on the show’s history when he was awarded the earliest score of 10 for a Cha Cha Cha, contributing to a total of 37 points overall. After awarding the pair the score, Motsi said: “You add a whole kind of flavour to this whole competition. I could watch it day and night.” It comes after Angela Rippon suffered a wardrobe malfunction during Saturday’s show.

Fans have made the same observation about Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice following the duo's latest BBC routine in the latest live show on Saturday night.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Dianne Buswell has been supported by her celebrity partner Bobby Brazier after receiving an update from her dad in Australia

The BBC Sherlock star has returned to Instagram on Sunday following the dance on Saturday night, saying "thank you" for the support.

Worried viewers at home thought Bobby 'seemed very upset' after dancing the Tango with partner Dianne Buswell on Saturday evening

Adam scored his highest score of the season so far on Saturday night - and even lead the Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard for much of the BBC episode.

Adam Thomas departed Strictly studios with his brothers Scott and Ryan after performing with partner Luba Mushtuk on Saturday.

On social media, fans have defended themselves and told Zara she "deserves" the votes after her best dance of the series so far.

Layton and Nigel brought the house down in this week's live show.

Another couple is set to leave Strictly Come Dancing tonight - here’s when and who is at risk

Bobby caused a stir on Saturday night after his and Dianne Buswell's latest Strictly Come Dancing routine, with fans noticing how down and emotional he seemed.

The former Love Island star, 26, is currently competing in the BBC ballroom dance contest with her professional partner Graziano Di Prima, 29. 

Angela danced with Carlos Gu on BBC Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night, with many fans feeling she was "undermarked" and head judge Shirley Ballas was harsh on her.