BBC's hit show Strictly Come Dancing has once again captivated the UK as this year’s crop of celebs vie for the coveted Glitterball trophy.
However, the allure of the show goes beyond dance steps with the chemistry between the celebrity contestants and their professional partners often kindling genuine romances.
From unexpected connections to lasting relationships, here's a glance at the couples who found love beyond the ballroom. Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez Former Hollyoaks actor and radio presenter Gemma Atkinson, 38, met her fiancé, Gorka Marquez, 33, during the 2017 season.
While they weren't each other's dance partners—Gemma was paired with Aljaž Skorjanec and Gorka with Alexandra Burke—the sparks flew backstage.
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