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Privacy NoticeStrictly Come Dancing pro Nikita Kuzmin shared an emotional update as his journey with Layton Williams came to an end. It comes as the pair, who danced together on the hit BBC show last year, had their ‘final time’ on stage together during their live show. In 2023, they narrowly missed out on the Glitterball trophy, despite topping the leaderboard with perfect scores. Instead, it was former Coronation Street star Ellie Leach and her professional partner Vito Coppola who won the public vote. However, Nikita, 26, and Layton, 29 had their moment of glory during the Strictly Come Dancing live tour, where they were chosen by the audience to lift the Glitterball 19 times. The duo continued their partnership with dance classes and a special show in Layton’s hometown of Bury, reports the Manchester Evening News.
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Layton then announced that he would be back with Nikita, who has since come runner-up on Celebrity Big Brother, for what would be their ‘final time’ dancing together in their live show. Following their special Layton and Nikita live show, the pair performed at Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall on 30 June, with a final show at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 16 July. Just a day after their last performance, Nikita took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message with his fans. The dancer posted a series of photos, starting with an emotional one of him hugging actor Layton. “What a beautiful way to end this journey. Love you forever,” he began his heartfelt caption. “Who would have said that two boys that met on strictly would become that close and do all this together..”
The Strictly pro shared a photo as he looked visibly upset and hugged Layton on stage
(Image: Instagram/Nikita Kuzmin)
“Thank you every single one of you who supported us, without you this would have not been possible. Thank you thank you thank you. Thank you to all the loved ones, friends and team who supported us and allowed us to shine. Thank you to this beautiful cast and production, we love you. We are so so grateful and can’t wait to see what’s the universe is holding next. THANK YOU.” Strictly co-stars Shirley Ballas, Dianne Buswell and Nancy Xu all responded to the post with heart emojis. Jowita Przystal replied: “Well done both of you! Congratulations.” Vito Coppola echoed: “Well Done guys.” Carol Gu added: “Beautiful friendships.”
‘Who would have said that two boys that met on strictly would become that close and do all this together’, Nikita penned
(Image: Instagram/Nikita Kuzmin)
The Strictly stars with their cast on stage as their show wraps
(Image: Instagram/Nikita Kuzmin)
Fans were quick to react as one praised: “This is what Strictly should be. Thank you for setting such a good example of a compassionate but empowering teacher, and Layton, you are a star.” Another expressed their pride: “The most beautiful journey. So so proud of the two of you and can’t wait to see what’s next.” A third chimed in with: “Best Pairing Ever In Strictly History. Going To Miss You Dancing Together.” While another shared their emotions, writing: “Oh my heart! ! ! thank y’all for 10 months of pure lakita magic.” Another added: “Thank u thank u for everything. i’m so proud of u both. the most magical partnership ever.”Story SavedYou can find this story in  My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.Follow OK! MagazineFacebookTwitterCommentMore OnStrictly Come DancingLayton WilliamsNikita Kuzmin
