Strictly Come Dancing's longest-serving female professional Karen Hauer has opened up about her close-knit relationships on the show, which she joined back in 2012.
As she prepares to return for a landmark 20th series of the beloved dance competition, Karen has shared insights into who she bonds with most, and the reasons behind her selective inner circle.
With familiar faces like Gorka Marquez, Dianne Buswell, Graziano Di Prima, and Amy Dowden also returning to compete for the coveted Glitterball trophy this year, fans might wonder if the camaraderie on-screen translates off-screen.
In the lead-up to her tour alongside Gorka, 42-year-old Karen spoke warmly of their friendship, attributing their closeness to shared personality traits and their ability to communicate in Spanish.
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