While the run up to this year’s contest has been dogged with behind-the-scenes controversy, it seems the Strictly magic is back with the 2024 crew unable to keep the smiles off their faces as they emerge from a day of rehearsals.This year's Strictly Come Dancing celebs and the pro dancers were seen heading back to their hotel after their gruelling day, but were definitely in high spirits as they beamed for the cameras.
Back in the swing of things was pro dancer Aljaz Skorjanec, who returns to the show this year after a two-year break. He was accompanied by his wife, It Takes Two presenter Janette Manrara and their daughter Lyra, who was born last year.
Other star names, including former Corrie star Shayne Ward, who was sporting an impressive head of curly hair and a beard, also seemed happy and relaxed, with Olympian Sam Quek and Dr Punam Krishan larking around as they headed through the car park.
Pop star Toyah and Gladiator Montell Douglas – aka Fire – were all smiles as they arrived back for a well-earned rest along with pro dancers Neil Jones and Nancy Xu.
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