Strictly Come Dancing returned to the screens on Saturday, and fans couldn’t get enough of a cheeky exchange between one of the dance couples.
One of the night’s standout moments was Pete Wicks' sizzling samba with pro partner Jowita Przystał. Their George of the Jungle-themed routine left judge Craig Revel-Horwood blushing, while Jowita was equally impressed by Pete's skimpy costume.
In a playful backstage video posted on the Strictly Instagram, Jowita teased Pete, saying, "I still think you should keep that outfit!"
The episode showcased the remaining celebrity contestants and marked the return of the judging panel - Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke.
The judges awarded the pair an impressive 26 for Movie Week. Pete said about the routine: “I absolutely hate the film, but I absolutely love the Samba. George loves the Samba.”
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Meanwhile, Jowita added: “Any idea I picture you go with it. You never say no and you always want to be fully in. You're my number one George. Better than the movie.”
It comes after rumours the pair have grown close on set. A source told The Daily Mail: “Pete has fallen head over heels for Jowita. He thinks she is amazing in every way.
“The feeling is mutual from her side and things have definitely progressed between them. They are all over one another behind the scenes, in a way that a loved-up couple would be.
They added: “It appears that we may have the first Strictly romance of the series, which is so exciting. They are the talk of the show.
“The other contestants are really happy for them. They are always smiling. It's lovely. It will certainly brighten up the show following the dreadful saga around Giovanni (Pernice) and Amanda Abbington.
This week, Toyah Willcox and her dance partner Neil Jones were the pair to leave the show. After facing Paul and Karen in a challenging dance-off, they were unable to secure their spot for the next week.
Reflecting on her time, Toyah described her Strictly experience as the "best two months of my life."
