BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers distracted as famous face support Toyah Wilcox in studio audience

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Some Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left distracted as they spotted a famous face away from the dancefloor during the launch show.

The BBC One dance contest burst back onto screens on Saturday night (September 14). Toyah Wilcox was among the 15 celebrities who made their ballroom debut during the pre-recorded episode which welcomed Strictly back to our screens after nine months and revealed this year's couples set to compete for the Glitterball trophy this year.

It was revealed during the programme that 80s icon Toyah was being partnered with fan-favourite Neil Jones who hasn't had a celebrity partner on Strictly since the 2021 run. READ MORE: BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers 'convinced' same celebrity's been booked twice When asked by Claudia about how it feels to be partnered with Neil, Toyah said: "I met Neil and I was in heaven.

All of you are beautiful boys but not as beautiful as Neil!" But it appears some couldn't help but notice who was supporting her in the audience as he too is a very famous face - her husband Robert Fripp who is best known as the guitarist, founder and longest-lasting member of the progressive rock band King Crimson as well as collaborations with the likes of David Bowie and Brian Eno. @alps2018 said: "Honestly never thought I'd see Robert Fripp on #Strictly." @StarrOutlook commented: "Robert Fripp on #strictly never thought I'd see the day." @heavenstobetsie added: "Robert Fripp, #Strictly stan.