Strictly pro Nadiya Bychkova debuts gorgeous post-breakup full fringe hair look

Strictly Come Dancing professionals Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington appear to have confirmed romance rumours that have been swirling around them, as they were spotted sharing a long kiss on Thursday.The duo, who are currently taking part in the Strictly Live Tour, were spotted spending time away from their co-stars yesterday as they enjoyed some alone time.The steamy snap comes days after it was reported that the pair had "grown close" while on the tour.Just weeks ago, it was reported that Nadiya, 32, had split from her footballer fiancé, Matija Skarabot, who she shares a five-year-old-daughter with.But now, the Ukrainian-Slovenian national and her co-star Kai, 26, have been seen smooching during a half-hour visit to Malmaison Newcastle on Thursday.A source claimed the Strictly couple are "massively loved up".The source also claimed of the steamy pictures obtained by The Sun: "Nadiya and Kai met away from the other dancers and celebrities who were a mile up the road in the Travelodge.“She had bought Kai a coffee from Starbucks next door and they talked and cuddled before having a kiss."They added that the pair "didn’t seem to care who could see them," before branding them "massively loved up".They continued: “They didn’t want anyone gossiping.There’s already been so much speculation."But since they have been so overt with their displays of affection, they might as well have had a kiss in the Travelodge and saved the journey," the source finished.The publication went on to claim that Nadiya and Kai have been dating since "early on" in the show's 2021 series.On the 19th series of the popular dance show, Nadiya was partnered with BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker, while Kai was paired with TV presenter AJ Odudu.The former

BBC Breakfast fans will definitely recognise temporary presenter Katherine Downes, who has recently stepped up to the plate to replace more permanent cast members like Sally Nugent and Naga Munchetty.But during the presenters’ absences around the festive period, some viewers were left confused as Katherine appeared on the red sofa despite having handed in her notice to BBC bosses.In November 2021, Katherine announced she would be leaving the BBC after an epic 14 years.In her statement, she explained: “So proud to have broadcast from this sofa (and other BBC sofas...) for the last decade.

Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have appeared to confirm their romance as they've been spotted kissing in a hotel bar on Thursday. The Strictly Come Dancing professionals have been at the centre of romance rumours for weeks as they've reported to have grown close in the wake of Nadiya's split from fiancé Matija Škarabot. In pictures obtained by The Sun, the couple could be seen locking lips in what appeared to be the lobby of Newcastle's Malmaison hotel.

Strictly Come Dancing professionals Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have appeared to confirm their romance rumours as they shared a kiss in a hotel bar. The BBC One dancers, who have reportedly been dating for months, looked very loved-up as they appeared to share a smooch in the bar at the four-star Malmaison Newcastle on Thursday 27 January. Nadiya, 32, and Kai, 26, looked very cosy as they sat on a sofa in the hotel and packed on the PDA, in pictures obtained by The Sun.

STRICTLY'S Maisie Smith was all smiles as she left a Newcastle hotel with Max George ahead of their next tour show. The former EastEnders star, 20, who is best known for playing Tiffany Butcher in EastEnders, looked in high spirits as she checked out of the Hilton Hotel in the northern city.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker has told how one hectic week of managing his presenting work and stint on Strictly Come Dancing saw him get only "24 hours sleep".The newsreader, 44, made it to the final five on the competition along with his professional partner Nadiya Bychkova.

Strictly Come Dancing winner Stacey Dooley has opened up about how the show's producers told her 'she'd win' the popular BBC programme following her audition.Speaking to Chris Evans this morning on his Virgin Radio Breakfast Show, the flame-haired star, 34, spoke about her stint on the dance programme, revealing that she had auditioned with pro Neil Jones.After speaking about the release of her new book, Are You Really OK? Understanding Britain’s Mental Health Emergency, the star went on to talk about how she landed her spot on the hit dance show.She told Chris: "We'd been back and forth, you sort of flirt with the idea a couple of times because they sort of touch base and say, 'Is anyone interested, what are people doing this year?'"Stacey went on to reveal that she'd decided to accept the offer and go on Strictly for a bit of fun.She explained: "2017 had been quite a heavy year, stories were heavy and I thought, 'I wouldn't mind having a bit of escapism, actually.'"And the dates worked out, because it's such a big commitment," she told the radio DJ, who agreed that five months was a long time.Continuing to speak about the audition process, Stacey told how she was partnered with a pro dancer who wasn't Kevin Clifton to show off her moves."So then you go and have a bit of a dance with one of the pros and my pro was Neil [Jones]," she revealed.Stacey went on: "And I didn't really know what I was doing."However, the star must have impressed Strictly producers as she told how they called her up offering her a spot.She said: "Anyway, then you get the call, and they say, 'Yeah, we're desperate, come, we can't make this show without you, we had a couple of seconds of you floating about the place and actually we think you're

Nadiya Bychkova looked incredible as she stripped to a bikini while joining her co-stars for a beach day.The Strictly Come Dancing professional braved the cold in a silver two-piece as she went for a swim with her co-stars.The 32-year-old, who has reportedly broken up from her footballer fiancé Matija Skarabot, was spotted without her engagement ring and looked stunning as she showcased her incredible figure.The dancer pulled her blonde hair back into a low bun and opted for a makeup free look which showed off her natural beauty.The star beamed alongside Dragons Den star Sara Davies, who looked glam in a palm tree printed swimming costume.The ballroom dancer took a well-deserved break from the busy Strictly tour schedule with her fellow pro dancers and their celebrity partners.The group, which included Gordon Ramsay's daughter Tilly, TV presenter Rhys Stephenson and pro dancers Neil Jones and Nikita Kuzmin, shared several clips at the Tynemouth beach in Newcastle.Bracing the freezing winter conditions, the stars ran into the sea screaming as they raced one another.The group wrapped up warm after in dry clothing and enjoyed hot drinks at a nearby café.Sara penned alongside a series of snaps: "The before, during and after shots! Took some of the gang to tynemouth beach this morning for a dip in the sea…… was bloody freezing but absolutely incredible! So invigorating!"Fans and famous faces were quick to comment on the Dragons Den star's Instagram post.Loose Women panellist and actress Denise Welch, penned: "Bloody hell!!!! I won't get in in summer on that beach!!!," followed by several clapping hand emoji's.Presenter Zoe Ball added: "Best tour gang ever."BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker said: "Magnificent scenes.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova joined her co-stars for a cold dip in the sea.

Strictly Come Dancing's Tilly Ramsay joined co-stars Sara Davies and Nadiya Bychkova for a dip in the ice-cold sea on the latest leg of their tour.

Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington made the headlines this week as the pair have reportedly been "dating for months", with it now being confirmed that they will both be a part of the Strictly Come Dancing's Professionals UK tour. Professional dancers Nadiya, 32, and Kai, 26, will be joined by co-stars Dianne Buswell, Graziano Di Prima, Karen Hauer, Neil Jones, Cameron Lombard, Gorka Marquez and Luba Mushtuk. Strictly's creative director Gavin Gilkison said of the tour: "We are delighted to announce this incredible line-up of Strictly dancers for this year's official Strictly Professionals tour.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova looked stunning as she showed off her svelte dancer’s figure in a bikini for a spot of wild swimming at Tynemouth beach in Newcastle. Slovenian star Nadiya, 32, was joined by Strictly’s 2021 celebrities Sara Davies, Rhys Stephenson, and Tilly Ramsay, and professional dancers Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin and Kai Widdrington for the trip.

AJ Odudu has jetted off to Vietnam for a sun-soaked getaway having landed a new presenting role. The Strictly Come Dancing star, 33, has shared a series of stunning snaps from her work-related trip, and has also revealed that the foot injury she sustained during her time on the BBC One dance show is on the mend. AJ, who was replaced by Maisie Smith for the Strictly live arena tour, took to Instagram on 13 January to announce that she was flying out to Vietnam to film a show that was "coming soon".

Strictly Come Dancing stars braved the winter chill to take a trip to the beach on Thursday ahead of the next leg of their live arena tour. RELATED: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova stuns with glam makeoverProfessional dancer Nadiya Bychkova donned a bikini as she enjoyed a dip in the sea alongside Tilly Ramsay, Rhys Stephenson and some of the other Strictly pros, as seen in photos posted by Dragons Den star Sara Davies on Instagram.WATCH: Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeoverSara shared a selection of photos from their day out with her fans, writing: "The ‘before, during and after’ shots! Took some of the gang to Tynemouth beach this morning for a dip in the sea……was bloody freezing but absolutely incredible! So invigorating!" The Strictly stars hit the beach in Tynemouth on ThursdayThe businesswoman also revealed on Instagram Stories that she had been the one to convince her co-stars into the icy dip. "So you're not going to believe what I've managed to talk the guys into," she said.

Strictly Come Dancing live tour after competing in the latest series of the show.The CBBC presenter took to Instagram to call out his fans for their "lack of support" as he watched a TV show.In view of his 33,800 followers, Rhys said: "Not enough of you lot are telling me to stop with Grey's Anatomy and quite frankly I'm upset with the lack of support."I have just pulled myself away and I'm going to go for a walk, clear my head.He continued: "What is this show? How am I supposed to go out and do a Charleston?"I need your support people!"Rhys finished in fourth place on Strictly and won over many fans of the show due to his improvement throughout his time on the programme.Speaking on Tuesday's offering of Steph's Packed Lunch on Channel 4, Rhys revealed a prank that Giovanni Pernice and Kai Widdrington played on fellow dancer Neil Jones.He explained: "They even played a prank on poor Neil [Jones] as well as because we came off doing the jig and Kai came off saying, 'Ow Giovanni, I think I've rolled my ankle.'"Rhys revealed Neil fell for the ankle injury prank and thought he'd have to learn the Samba as Kai was in too much agony to go out on stage.He continued: "So Neil is there looking at his phone and Kai is there arguing with Giovanni and we were all there really tense."And then afterward Kai said it was just a prank and Neil was like, 'Don't do that to me.'"Strictly finalist John Whaite, who was partnered with Johannes Radebe, added: "[Neil] actually learned the entire dance from watching it [on his phone]."Rhys nodded and said Neil was "incredible" being able to learn a dance so quickly and after having his leg pulled by his mischievous co-stars.The contestants have already performed six shows in the Utilita Arena in

STRICTLY star Nadiya Bychkova looked sensational as she stripped to her bikini and joined her co-stars for a swim in the sea. The professional dancer, who has reportedly split from her footballer fiancé Matija Škarabot, braved the cold weather in a silver two-piece swimsuit.

The Strictly Come Dancing live arena tour is well underway, with shows in Birmingham, Leeds, and Newcastle having already taken place.The 2022 tour kicked off on Thursday 20 January with an opening show at Utilita Arena in Birmingham, and the cast look to be having a ball as they travel around the UK. Stars of the 2021 series, including winners Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice, have been sharing snaps on social media documenting their time on the tour, giving fans a glimpse into what goes on behind the scenes. Actress Maisie Smith and The Wanted star Max George, who both took part in the show back in 2020, have also joined the 2022 tour.

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.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has reunited with Tilly Ramsay after testing positive with Covid-19.The dancing duo were forced to separate last week after Strictly professional Nikita fell ill with the virus, but he has now recovered and is no longer infectious.Taking to his Instagram story to update his fans, Nikita, 24, shared a short video of himself and Tilly, 20, embracing as he revealed that he is "finally back".Sharing his excitement, Nikita said: "We're back! Back together in Leeds."We're ready for you, I'm finally back, I promise I will not leave anymore. "While hugging him from behind, Tilly added: "I'm not letting go."Nikita replied: "She's not letting go anymore.