Strictly lovebirds Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington were spotted property hunting in London on Wednesday.
The pro dancing couple, who first moved in together in May, appeared in high spirits as they visited an estate agents, ahead of the dancing competition’s new series which kicks off September 7.
The Ukrainian-Slovenian dancer, 32, cut a casual figure in a £150 oversized Ralph Lauren hoodie which she teamed with light grey leggings.
New home: Strictly’s Nadiya Bychkova cuts a casual figure in a £150 Ralph Lauren hoodie and leggings as she and beau Kai Widdrington property hunt in North London
The star sported a natural palette of makeup underneath a pair of mirrored sunglasses, while styling her blonde locks straight.
Meanwhile Kai, 26, looked low-key in a beige Essentials sweater and black cargo trousers.
The loved up pair both sported matching Nike high-tops as they perused the properties in the agent’s window before heading inside.
Loved up: The pro dancing couple appeared in high spirits as they visited an estate agents, ahead of the dancing competition’s new series which kicks off September 10
Nadiya has been dating her Strictly co-star since January, following her split from ex-fiancé Matija Škarabot, 34, in 2021, with whom she shares her daughter Mila, five
After the couple moved in together a source told The Sun: ‘Moving in together was the obvious next step for Nadiya and Kai. They’ve grown so close and it just made sense.
It was confirmed on Wednesday the new series will film a pre-recorded launch show on this date, meaning viewers will likely see the celebrity contestants paired up with their dance partners the weekend of September 10.
Window shopping: The Ukrainian-Slovenian dancer, 32, cut a casual figure in a £150 oversized Ralph Lauren hoodie which she teamed with light grey leggings
Casual: Meanwhile Kai, 26, looked low-key in a beige Essentials sweater and black cargo trousers
Strictly bosses released a statement confirming the date while inviting fans to apply for tickets.
They wrote: ‘Dust off your dancing shoes, Strictly Come Dancing is back!
‘The stunning 20th series returns, bringing glamour and show-stopping dancing back to Saturday nights on BBC One – and we’re extremely excited to be able to welcome an audience back to the studio for this year’s shows.
It was confirmed on Wednesday the new series will film a pre-recorded launch show on this date, meaning viewers will likely see the celebrity contestants paired up with their dance partners the weekend of September 10 (Kai (right) and partner AJ Odudu (left) during 2021’s series)
Back on the telly: Strictly bosses released a statement confirming the date while inviting fans to apply for tickets (Nadiya with partner Dan Walker in 2021)
‘Hosted by the very talented and glamorous Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, the show will once again come live from Elstree Film and Television Studios.
‘Registration is now open to be part of the exciting Launch Show, which is recording in advance of this year’s live shows on Wednesday, September 7.’
To mark the BBC’s 100th anniversary, the professional dancers will be putting on a special group routine like they have never done before.
In another statement, Strictly bosses said fans can enter a draw to watch a recording of the special performance take place on August 24.
A statement said: ‘Registration is now open to be part of the exciting Launch Show, which is recording in advance of this year’s live shows on Wednesday, September 7’
They said: ‘Strictly Come Dancing is celebrating 100 years of the BBC! The professional dancers will be throwing a party like only they know how, with a group number full of all the usual sparkle and glamour.
‘There may well be a surprise or two as well, with special guests and fun tributes to some of your favourite BBC shows.’
Meanwhile, four new pro dancers have joined the line-up, which means that 20 professionals in total are ready to bring their skills to the BBC show’s dancefloor later this year – the show’s biggest dancer line-up in history.
The four new world class dancers completing this year’s professional troupe are European cup winner Vito Coppola, Chinese National Champion Carlos Gu, former Under 21 British National Champion Lauren Oakley and Latin dance champion Michelle Tsiakkas.
New faces: Strictly Come Dancing will have its biggest professional dancer line-up in history when it returns this autumn for its 20th series with four new pros joining the show
Originally posted 2022-08-03 16:27:17.