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Strictly pro Nikita Kuzmin ‘emotional’ over wedding to stunning model girlfriend

EXCLUSIVE: Strictly pro Nikita Kuzmin opens up about his relationship with his stunning girlfriend Lauren Jaine, saying 'it’s about just being together and respecting each other’s space'

But behind the sequins and the razzmatazz, there’s an old head on young shoulders as the Ukrainian-born pro tells new about staying true to himself – whether that’s embracing nerves or standing by his artistic choices despite criticism, which he faced on Strictly with his same-sex partner Layton Williams. Away from the dance floor, Nikita shares his life with his model girlfriend Lauren Jaine, 23, who keeps him grounded amidst the whirlwind of rehearsals and performances. My first dance with Tilly [Ramsay] meant a lot, but also the Moulin Rouge paso doble with Layton.

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