Audenshaw girl Ellie Leach, 22, emerged victorious on the grand stage of BBC’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ last weekend, making her the youngest winner on the popular dance show. The talented actress, known for her roles on Coronation Street, also proved her abilities on the dance floor, claiming the glitterball trophy after a dazzling competition.

‘Corrie’ star beat Bobby Brazier and Layton Williams to the Glitterball Trophy

She was supported by her fans and co-stars following her much-welcomed return to the ballroom for the BBC dance show's final

Fans were moved as Fleur East shared the emotional moment

It comes after the pair emerged victorious on Saturday night (December 16) in the final of the BBC One dance contest

The presenter was in the audience as Bobby and Dianne competed in the show's grand final and now he's shared a message to the dancer

Strictly's Amy Dowden has paid a heartfelt tribute to the show that's brought her 'normality' as she battles breast cancer

Coronation Street star Ellie Leach was crowned this year's Strictly Come Dancing winner this weekend.

Fans were gutted as the broadcaster shared the unseen moment from the final

The 77-year-old actor says "I like dancing, don't get me wrong," but suggests featuring on Strictly may be a waltz too far for him.

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Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola lifted the Glitter Ball trophy this weekend in the Strictly Come Dancing final. They fought off tough competition to win after performing three dances.

Brian Cox reveals he turned down an offer to be on Strictly Come Dancing.

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

Strictly Come Dancing semi-finalist Annabel Croft discussed how "intimacy could be an issue" on the show as she reflected on her journey with Johannes Radebe and how he helped her through grief following her husband's death earlier this year.

BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent will take to the dancefloor on Christmas Day for the Strictly Come Dancing festive special.

A Strictly contestant's bank balance is reportedly set to get a bumper boost after their appearance on Strictly Come Dancing this year, with the star set to make £2million over the next 12 months.

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Admit it, you thought Ellie Leach had fumbled her chance to lift the Glitterball. We all did.