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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Rachel McGrath

In Lewis Cope, Strictly Come Dancing’s Katya Jones finally has the partner she deserves

Dream team: Lewis Cope and Katya Jones pictured after Saturday night’s stunning Paso Doble - (BBC)

Lewis Cope has become the first Strictly Come Dancing 2025 star to land a 10 – but the person I’m most happy for is his professional partner Katya Jones.

It’s fair to say the Russian dancer hasn’t always had it easy on the programme. Jones – together with then-husband Neil – made her debut as a Strictly professional in 2016. While her other half was immediately placed on the subs bench, Jones found herself catapulted into the spotlight when she was paired with Ed Balls.

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