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Giovanni Pernice and Gorka Marquez both had two-word responses as their return to Strictly Come Dancing was confirmed. The pair are among the professional dancer line-up for the upcoming 2023 edition of the BBC One show which was revealed by the broadcasted on Friday (April 21).

Strictly Come Dancing has announced the professional dancers, judges and presenters for the upcoming 2023 series - with a slew of fan favourites returning.The hit BBC One dance show is due to return this Autumn for its impressive and highly-anticipated 21st series. For the upcoming 2023 series, Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will be back as presenters to oversee proceedings each weekend.

The Strictly Come Dancing stars have been enjoying some down time in Glasgow today ahead of tonight's live show at the OVO Hydro - which is the final destination of the tour.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were gutted when the 2022 series came to an end last weekend.

STRICTLY Come Dancing legend James Jordan has slammed show bosses for snubbing British pro Neil Jones in favour of foreign dancers. The 40-year-old ballroom dancer missed out on being partnered with a celebrity in last night's launch show.

Gemma Atkinson has shared her reaction to Gorka Marquez's brand new Strictly Come Dancing partnership as the 2022 competition launched. The hit BBC One dance contest returned to screens on Friday night (September 23) and fans saw the 15 celebrity contestants discover which of the professional partners they will be training and performing with during their time on the show.

The wait was finally over and the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing finally burst back onto our screens. The brand new 20th series of the BBC dance contest launched on Friday night (September 23) bringing glitter, glamour and glorious dancing to homes across the nation once more.

Claudia Winkleman has seen it all in the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom, from racy celebrity dances to nasty, show-stopping injuries.But it seems she wasn't quite prepared for a steamy exchange with one of the show's new professional dancers, Carlos Gu.In fact, fans watched on as Claudia shared an intimate moment with hunky Carlos, who grabbed her shoulders and pulled himself close to her face as if they were about to smooch.READ MORE:Tess Daly sends fans wild as she dons dazzling top for Strictly launch showIt seems it all got too much for Claudia, who was left flustered and shouting: "I'm pregnant!" after the racy moment.Claudia returned with her co-host Tess Daly for the series 20 launch show on Friday night (September 23), which revealed which pros the celebs would be dancing with.But things turned rather saucy when Claudia chatted to the show's new dancing recruits, Carlos, Lauren Oakley, Michelle Tsiakkas and Vito Coppola.Claudia asked Carlos what his favourite dance was, to which he replied: "Rumba and Paso."The host cheekily asked: "Why the rumba? That's just like standing..."Carlos wasn't best impressed and replied: "Seriously?" before leaning in to grab her shoulders and pulling her face closer to his.Giving her a taste of what a real rumba should feel like, he said: "I want to touch you, to feel the sensual, look at me darling..."The studio then erupted in excitement and poor Claudia looked into the camera and covered her face in embarrassment.It seems she enjoyed the exchange though as she could be seen beaming and jokingly fanning herself as if it were all too much to handle.She then quipped: "I think I am pregnant, thank you!" as Carlos laughed and blew a kiss at her.She conceded: "I've got it all wrong

Not only is there a new set of celebrities taking to the ballroom this year, there are also four new professional dancers who will be putting on their expert dancing shoes when Strictly Come Dancing returns.

Professional dancer Karen Hauer looked sensational as she showed off her new hair in a photoshoot with one of Strictly Come Dancing's newest professional dancers.

STRICTLY Come Dancing's new professional dancers have strutted their stuff in their first show promo images. We reported in July how the Strictly pros had begun training for the epic new series - with a major change of four new dancers for the programme's 20th instalment.

Strictly Come Dancing's four new professionals are set to be introduced to viewers in a cinematic routine filmed alongside the returning cast. European cup winner Vito Coppola, Chinese national champion Carlos Gu, former Under-21 British national champion Lauren Oakley and Latin dance champion Michelle Tsiakkas complete the show's largest-ever line-up of 20 pros this year.They join the returning Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Amy Dowden, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Cameron Lombard, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Giovanni Pernice, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington and Nancy Xu.The introductory routine will form part of the Strictly Come Dancing launch show airing on BBC One and iPlayer on 17 September.

Strictly Come Dancing 2022 series has started filming and as the excitement builds we have a first sneak peek as the professionals film their opening sequence.The male professionals were spotted taking a break still in costume as they posed for some snaps.Gorka Marquez, Cameron Lombard, Johannes Radabe, Graziano and Nikita Kuzmin were all dressed up in Hawaiian t-shirts as they posed for some pictures to enjoy the sunshine.READ MORE: Strictly's Oti Mabuse sizzles in plunging pink swimsuit on wild Ibiza breakawayThis year will be the 20th series of the ballroom dancing show and the exciting celebrity line-up has been announced..15 stars prepared to fight to get their hands on the Glitterball this year. Scottish star Kaye Adams has been announced in the line-up, and she will fight against the likes of actor Will Mellor and Countryfile star Helen Skelton on the show.Anton du Beke will be joining the judging panel permanently this series, alongside Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood and Shirley Ballas, whilst with Oti Mabuse and Aljaž Škorjanec stepping down as pro dancers, four new talented stars will be joining the show.Lauren Oakley, Michelle Tsiakkas, Vito Coppola and Carlos Gu have all signed up.The official show pairings haven't yet been announced - but the snaps could hint at who may and may not have a partner.Each series, some of the professionals are held in reserve rather than being paired up, though they'll still participate in group dances.

The professionals of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing have cosied up together, posing for a sweet snap as they start rehearsals for the 2022 series of the show, which is due to start in September. All 12 celebrities have now been announced for this year's series, and the line-up includes the likes of actor Will Mellor, former Coronation Street star Kym Marsh, Loose Women's Kaye Adams, and singer Fleur East.

Strictly Come Dancing pro dancer Karen Hauer was seen leaving rehearsals ahead of the 2022 series, sporting a brand new hairstyle.The Venezuelan dancer, 40, usually sports a cropped pixie cut but was seen wearing her hair in longer curls as she left a gruelling dance rehearsal ahead of the BBC series show returning next month. Karen opted for a casual look, wearing her new hairstyle with gym shorts and a crop top, pairing her look with a large, red satchel bag and a pair of white trainers.

Molly Rainford has been announced as the 10th star joining the Strictly Come Dancing 2022 line-up.

Ellie Taylor has been announced as the ninth celebrity taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

THE Strictly Come Dancing pro dancers have been spotted uniting for a rare night out after rehearsals kicked off for the new series. Katya Jones and Diane Buswell were seen among the group of stars leaving after a day of gruelling training to head out together. The Strictly Come Dancing stars could be seen gathering on the steps outside the training space as they kicked off rehearsals for the new series.

ACTOR Will Mellor has been unveiled as the first Strictly Come Dancing star of 2022. The cheeky chappy, who's best known for his roles in Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps and Coronation Street, was announced this morning.

Dianne Buswell gave fans a rare glimpse of the new ladies joining the Strictly Come Dancing line-up this autumn.MORE: All you need to know about Strictly Come Dancing 2022Taking to her Instagram Stories, the 33-year-old shared a joyous selfie of all ten female dancers pausing for a break. Sipping on refreshing drinks, the ladies were evidently in the midst of their rehearsals ahead of the 22nd series which will be returning to our screens later this year.WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing pro dancers kick off rehearsals ahead of new seriesNewbies Michelle Tsiakkas and Lauren Oakely are set to join veteran stars including Dianne Buswell, Amy Dowden, Karen Hauer and Katya Jones.MORE: Amy Dowden reassures fans as she shares new health update ahead of Strictly rehearsalsSEE:  Strictly's Dianne Buswell shares rare photo with Joe Sugg's mum - and fans reactMichelle has enjoyed success as the undefeated champion in Cyprus, while Birmingham-born Lauren is a former Under 21 British National Champion.