BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Vito Coppola defended by fans over 'ditching' Ellie Leach with Sarah Hadland move
manchestereveningnews.co.ukVito Coppola has been defended by fans after being accused of 'ditching' his former Strictly Come Dancing partner Ellie Leach with one move.
The Italian dancer is currently taking part in the new series of the BBC One dance contest. He was seen back in the ballroom over the weekend with new celebrity dance partner Sarah Hadland.
Vito and the actress, famed for her role in BBC sitcom Miranda, were among the 15 couples performing as the BBC One dance show officially got underway with week one of the competition on Saturday night (September 21).
On the night, Sarah and reigning champion Vito were awarded a very impressive 30 points following their dance, a quickstep, to the Dolly Parton classic 9 To 5. READ MORE: Giovanni Pernice says 'I haven't left' in 'update' after Strictly Come Dancing's return Following their performance, Sarah and Vito were among the first of the couples to share a debrief on week on Strictly spin-off It Takes two with hosts Janette Manrara and Fleur East.
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