Strictly Come Dancing's latest pairing has set the rumour mill into overdrive after Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin were spotted sharing an intimate evening that looked anything but platonic.
Cosy Dinner Sparks Speculation
The Love Island winner and her professional dance partner turned heads as they enjoyed what appeared to be a romantic dinner at London's upscale Daphne's restaurant. Eyewitnesses described the pair as "incredibly close" and completely "absorbed in each other" throughout the evening.
An onlooker revealed: "They were sitting very close together, deep in conversation and looking completely smitten. There was definitely a romantic vibe between them - it didn't look like just a friendship."
From Dance Partners to Something More?
The speculation comes just weeks after the duo were paired together for the upcoming series of the hit BBC show. While professional dancers and their celebrity partners often form close bonds during the intense training process, this particular connection appears to be developing much faster than usual.
Amber, who found fame after winning Love Island in 2017, has since established herself as a successful West End performer. Nikita joined Strictly in 2021 and quickly became a fan favourite with his incredible dance skills and charming personality.
Social Media Fuels the Fire
Fans have been quick to notice the growing connection between the two stars, with many pointing to their increasingly flirty interactions on social media. The pair have been sharing behind-the-scenes content that shows them laughing and enjoying each other's company during rehearsals.
One fan commented: "The chemistry between these two is electric! I can't wait to see them dance together." Another added: "They look so good together - definitely more than just dance partners."
What This Means for Strictly 2024
While Strictly has famously been the setting for several real-life romances over the years - including Joe Sugg and Dianne Buswell, and Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton - the show's producers typically advise against contestants dating their professional partners during the series.
However, if the rumours are true, this potential romance could add an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming season. The intense training schedule and physical closeness required for ballroom dancing often leads to strong bonds forming between partners.
Neither Amber nor Nikita has commented publicly on the dating rumours, leaving fans to speculate about whether this is the beginning of Strictly's next great love story or simply a case of two colleagues getting along well.
The new series of Strictly Come Dancing is set to premiere next month on BBC One, where viewers will undoubtedly be watching Amber and Nikita's interactions even more closely following these romance rumours.
