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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Larissa Howie

Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin fights back tears seeing family in audience

Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin was visibly emotional as his family watched from the audience during the Blackpool special on Saturday (22 November).

The professional dancer, who is partnered with Amber Davies, was born and raised in Ukraine before moving to Italy aged nine. He spoke publicly in 2022 about his concern for his grandmother, who was living in Ukraine as the nation was invaded.

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