Maisie Smith grows close to pro dancer Nikita Kuzmin on Strictly tour in behind the scenes videos

Rose Ayling-Ellis was backed by her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars as she joined a call for change.

Nadiya Bychkova is currently hard at work on the Strictly Come Dancing tour, and now she has given a glimpse at the behind-the-scenes preparations.MORE: The Strictly Come Dancing couples who survived the so-called curseThe 32-year-old took to Instagram on Wednesday evening ahead of a show in Leeds to share a glamorous before-and-after makeover video.A post shared by Nadiya Bychkova (@nadiyabychkova)WATCH: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover amid new romance rumoursThe clip sees makeup-free Nadiya with a crimped hair left loose around her shoulders and wearing a fluffy red jumper before she covers the screen with a powder brush.READ: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova posts rare tribute to partner MatijaMORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova treated to the ultimate surprise by her fiancéAs the screen clears, Nadiya can be seen ready to hit the stage, with perfect makeup and dressed in a sparkly silver number. "Strawberries and something more… See you soon Leeds…," she captined the post.

Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington has returned to Instagram for the first time since romance rumours have fuelled surrounding himself and fellow professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova.The 26 year old posed in a photo posted on Wednesday, 26 January, with ex contestant on the BBC show, Eastenders star Maisie Smith, as the pair were captured dressed in their finest Strictly ensembles ahead their live show in Leeds. Strictly is currently in the middle of a tour across the country involving contestants and professional dancers from the latest series in the line-up, with the exception of 2020 runner-up Maisie, who has replaced last year’s contestant AJ Odudu following her injury.

AJ Odudu showed up for the heat in Vietnam as she stunned fans with a bikini snap.

STRICTLY star Nadiya Bychkova was spotted without her engagement ring as she headed back to a hotel with Kai Widdrington. Nadiya, 32, and Kai, 25, were all smiles after the latest show in the Strictly Come Dancing tour.

Strictly Come Dancing co-stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have reportedly been dating for months. Rumours around the pair first started in mid-January following the news that Nadiya had reportedly split from her fiancé Matija Škarabot, who is the father of her five year old daughter Mila, several months ago.The reported romance comes just weeks after Kai, 26, and his Strictly partner AJ Odudu had a steamy chemistry that led to speculation that they were more than friends during the series. With the dancer clearly turning some heads, here's a look at Kai's dating history...

Kai Widdrington has been the subject of many romance rumours over the past months. During the latest season of Strictly Come Dancing, it was suggested that the professional dancer and his partner, AJ Odudu, were more than friends and now many are convinced he and Nadiya Bychkova have been together for a few months.MORE: Strictly's AJ Odudu reacts to Kai Widdrington's first picture with Maisie Smith ahead of tourSince Nadiya's split from her fiancé Matija Škarabot was announced and the two dancers were linked, Kai remained silent on his Instagram feed - until Tuesday.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice and Kai Widdrington return to London in a private jetThis week, after five days of not posting onto his social media profile, the dancer shared an image of himself taken during Strictly Come Dancing's worldwide Tour Arena in Leeds, alongside his partner Maisie Smith.READ: Strictly star Nadiya Bychkova splits from fiancé Matija after long-distance relationship RELATED: Shirley Ballas breaks silence over Strictly tour romance rumours"Leeds we're here and ready to go @maisiesmithofficial @strictlycomedancinglive," he simply wrote, celebrating their first night in the new city and ignoring all romance rumours.

Giovanni Pernice and dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis looked closer than ever after dancing for the Strictly Come Dancing tour - sparking new romance rumours.

He enthused: “Back together!! Finally back together in Leeds!!”“We are ready for you, we are ready to dance, I’m finally back.

Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas has hinted at secret romances on the show’s live tour, amid rumours of a flirtation between Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova. Some of the biggest Strictly stars from the latest series are taking part on the Strictly Live UK tour, including series winner Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice, as well as runner ups John Whaite and Johannes Radebe. AJ Odudu, who had to pull out of the tour due to injury, is being replaced by EastEnders’ Maisie Smith, to dance with AJ’s dance partner Kai.

EastEnders star Maisie Smith stunned her fans with a backstage snap from the Strictly Come Dancing live tour. 20-year-old Maisie posed with a group of her fellow Strictly stars - including celebrity chef John Whaite who finished as a runner-up this year when fellow EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis bagged the glitterball trophy.Gordon Ramsay's TV star daughter Tilly Ramsay also joined Maisie in the star-studded photo, throwing up her hands in excitement.Singer Max George, who competed on the 2020 series of Strictly like Maisie, was pictured pulling a playfully goofy facial expression.Maisie looked incredible in her chequered blue dress, which was held together by a chunky brown belt which was strapped across her waist.The actress looked all dolled up for the stage, with her thick locks styled in loose curls.She showed off her chic black leather boots by kicking up her knee on the steps in the studio.Taking to Instagram with the pic, Maisie was in party-mode as she gave her 1 million followers a peek behind the scenes.She captioned the post: "You wanna go to a real party?"Maisie's fans went wild over her glamorous show dress, but others flocked to compliment her dancing skills.One wrote: "That dress you look stunning"A second said: "I absolutely love that dress Mais"A third commented: "In love with that dress"Another said: "You were amazing on Saturday.

There are plenty of romance rumours hitting the Strictly Come Dancing live tour - but for some, it's all about the 'bromance' for two of its stars.

Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice have been spotted in a warm embrace while enjoying downtime on the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour. The champions of the 2021 series have joined the likes of Tilly Ramsay, Max George and Maisie Smith on the arena tour, which is hosted by It Takes Two presenter Janette Manrara.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova calls a very cosy house home.The gorgeous 32 year old, who was recently rumoured to be dating co-star Kai Widdrington, has an adorable five year old daughter who she shares with ex fiancé Matija Škarabot.The star shares the occasional peek inside her gorgeous home on social media – and it looks super cosy! Posing on her bed amid chic scatter cushions, Nadiya enjoyed a coffee and captioned the snap: "Coffee is the answer ..I don’t remember the question." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. You can sign up at the top of the page.

Janette Manrara has addressed her Strictly Come Dancing future during an appearance on This Morning.

Janette Manrara has hinted at her Strictly Come Dancing future by revealing she doesn't think she'll be returning to the ballroom anytime soon.The It Takes Two presenter, 38, appeared on This Morning on Tuesday (January 25) opposite hosts Phillip Schofield and Rochelle Humes, where she opened up about her newfound passion for presenting.While vowing to continue her dance career, Janette later teased that it's unlikely she'll return to Strictly as a professional dancer and instead shared her hopes of continuing her presenting journey on It Takes Two.Janette said: "I'd love to keep presenting. "Obviously, I want to keep dancing.

SHIRLEY Ballas panicked today when Lorraine Kelly quizzed her on a secret Strictly romance. The Sun revealed beauty Nadiya Bychkova, 32, had become the latest victim of the show's love curse, having secretly split from her Slovenian footballer fiancé Matija Skarabot, 33. Shirley flapped her arms and insisted she hadn't a clue what was going on behind the scenes, after it emerged Nadiya and Kai Widdrington were an item.

Strictly Come Dancing co-stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have reportedly been dating for months. Rumours around the pair first started in mid-January following the news that Nadiya had reportedly split from her fiancé Matija Škarabot, who is the father of her five year old daughter Mila, several months ago. Now, The Sun Online has obtained photos of Nadiya, 32, and Kai, 26, looking close as they checked into a hotel together during the Strictly Live Tour.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have said the 'fairy tale is still alive' as Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice get another chance to dance together.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have been photographed checking into the same hotel as romance rumours gather pace.The dancers – who are both currently on the BBC ballroom show's annual live tour - have been linked of late, with sources claiming they are getting close.In photos obtained by The Sun the pair were seen heading into a hotel a few minutes after the rest of their co-stars.Both had suitcases, presumably full of their Strictly tour stuff, and Nadiya was also carrying a huge bouquet of red roses.An onlooker told the paper: "Kai and Nadiya didn't seem at all secretive about their relationship – they're a couple like any other."Other snaps that have emerged show Nadiya and Kai out and about together on Sunday.They were photographed riding an escalator with their fellow Strictly pro dancer Aljaz Skorjanec.Nadiya looked casual in a dark coat and a dark jumper and had her long blonde hair loose over her shoulders in the images.The dancer, 32, was clutching her phone in her hand.Both she and Kai wore face masks and they kept a low profile in baseball caps.It was recently reported that Nadiya had split from her fiance Matija Skarabot and that Kai was comforting her in the wake of the break up.A source told The Sun: "Nadiya and Kai have incredible chemistry, and a very strong friendship.

STRICTLY Come Dancing stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have been dating for months. In pictures exclusively obtained by The Sun, the Ukrainian looked super-cosy with her Brit lover as they checked into a hotel together during the dance show’s annual tour.