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Ryan Paton

Strictly Come Dancing fans emotional by Gemma Atkinson's reaction after Gorka's 'risque' routine

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were emotional as they spotted Gemma Atkinson's reaction after Gorka Marquez's final routine of the series.

The happy couple met on the show in 2017 and share a three-year-old daughter named Mia. Gemma was in the crowd tonight to support Gorka as he aimed to win the Glitterball for the first time.

The dancer has been partnered with Helen Skelton during the latest season of the BBC contest. Their dancing journey came to an end as they performed a final three dances.

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The last performance of the season was their sizzling Couple's Choice to Mein Herr from Cabaret. They wowed the judges as the performance received a perfect score of 40.

Viewers following hte show on Twitter were thrilled they performed the routine from Musicals Week again. Grant said: "So glad @HelenSkelton & @gorkamarquez1 chose this risqué performance, it was EPIC!!!"

Helen paid tribute to her partner after the performance. She said: "I get lots of credit. You, my friend, have been in three finals for a reason. You are a credit to this show. You help everybody. Everyone in the final had tips from you.

"You are a credit to your family, to Gemma and Mia. I am very grateful that you have guided me through this adventure." Fans following the show on Twitter were emotional as they spotted a tearful Gemma in the audience after the tribute.

Fans spotted Gemma Atkinson's emotional response in the audience (BBC)

@Lovedbyyou said: "Aweeee Gemma is in bits. That was cute."

Beth added: "Aww Gemma crying"

Angela commented: "Aww Gemma crying, she looks so proud!"

Ashley tweeted: "Awwwwww Gemma being emotional for Gorka"

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