STRICTY Come Dancing pro Nikita Kuzmin was spotted on a night out with a mystery woman shortly before his split with fellow dancer Nicole Wirt was revealed.
The Ukrainian, 24, - who is paired with Paralympian Ellie Simmonds on this year's BBC show - appears to have fallen foul of the programme's infamous curse after The Sun revealed the duo had split after five years together.
The break-up saw a series of cryptic Instagram messages posted by Nicole, who lives in Germany, unearthed. Now, The Sun's exclusive images show Nikita trying to disguise his identity as he left influencer-favourite bar Menagerie in the heart of Manchester.
The professional dancer - a six-time Latin and ballroom National Champion in Italy - completely covered his head and face with his black leather jacket.
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