Strictly Come Dancing’s Vito Coppola has issued a heartfelt tribute to his co-star as he shared his Valentine’s Day plans. The professional dancer is renowned for his role on the BBC contest.
The 32-year-old progressed all the way to the final in the latest season and formed a strong bond with his partner Sarah Hadland. However, he was heartbroken when he had to pull out of the subsequent live tour when he suffered a back injury.
Vito was replaced on the line-up by Nikita Kuzmin for the tour, which ended in London this weekend. However, he has now revealed the two are set to reunite tomorrow on Valentine’s Day for a special dance class with head judge Shirley Ballas.
The classes will be held in London tomorrow and Vito is thrilled to be able to dance with his partner on the last season for one last time. He shared a snap from the one day he was able to perform with Sarah on the tour, alongside the caption: “I love this pic that has been taken in one of the most spontaneous moments.
“It says so much and it’s perfect just like this. Team Tiramisú on stage at least for once during the tour. A big Hug is all we need! I will go to Italy soon as you know. I need a bit of time with my family, but I am super happy that we have the chance to spend one more day together on Valentines.
There is so much to come yet, but I am always grateful to my life for bringing beautiful people like you to me. I am sorry that I was not able to guide you during the tour, I’ve tried. At least we can Rumba for one more time.
“I mean what’s better than Team Tiramisú dancing a Rumba with your fav judge Shirley Ballas, I have chosen this music because represents you, us and also because the place where we are going to have our @dancewithshirleyandvito Valentines masterclass is the same where we have rehearsed and finished the routine of Icons week.
“Wow time flies. Love you Trilly. Cannot wait to hug you and spend a beautiful valentines together celebrating Love. Let’s go Trillyy.”
Miranda star Sarah took to the comments to heap praise on her co-star. She said: “Oh my beautiful Vito. I love this picture and you of course. we got to dance those amazing dances together one last time and we got to lift the glitterball . I cannot wait to see you and hear ‘Let’s go Trilly.'”
Fans were thrilled with the update. Yolanda said: “Beautiful message Vito so pleased you get to dance again with Trilly, such a lovely partnership and one I was proud to support throughout Strictly. Enjoy your time with your family.”
Lisa commented: “What a lovely message to Trilly you are one of a kind Vito. Go to Italy to see your family and enjoy, relax and spend time with your loved ones you deserve it.”
Kirsty posted: “Valentines day spent with much loved friends sounds perfect. And then some proper rest with your family to look after you. You’ve worked so hard for the last 6 months you deserve a proper break.”