Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has been in a secret romance with stunning model Lauren Jane for months.
The professional dancer, 25, who is paired with Leighton Williams in this year’s constant, was seen getting cozy with graduate Lauren after Saturday’s show and their romance has now been revealed – and approved by his nearest and dearest.
Last month, Nikita’s fellow dancer sister Anastasia, who boasts 109k Instagram followers, flew to the UK to visit her brother in the capital during which she met Lauren on a night out at the theatre, where they snapped some cute selfies.
Insiders revealed that Sun: ‘Nikita and Lauren have been dating for months and seem to have an amazing relationship…
The couple have tried to keep their romance under the radar, but they have attended events together and really enjoy each other’s company.
Loved up: Letting loose: Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has been secretly romancing stunning model Lauren Jaine (pictured last month) for months
Sweet: The couple were seen relaxing after Saturday’s show
Sweet: Insiders reveal to The Sun: ‘Nikita and Lauren have been dating for months and seem to have an amazing relationship’
Cute: Last month, Nikita’s fellow dancer sister Anastasia, who has 109k Instagram followers, flew to the UK to visit her brother in the capital during which she met Lauren on a night out at the theater, where they snapped cute selfies
Anastasia, who lives in Italy, shared a sweet selfie of her, Nikita and Lauren setting up a stylish display in a lift before the trio hopped on a Rickshaw in central London and headed to the theater – seemingly giving the seal of approval.
She shared a stunning snap from Piccadilly Theater as she joined her brother and his girlfriend to see the Moulin Rouge.
Last month, Nikita and Lauren attended Tina Turner’s star-studded music bash, during which they said they looked “in love”. His strict partner Leighton also attended the musical spectacle.
The sources continued: “Nikita and Lauren have been dating for months and seem to have an amazing relationship…
“The couple have tried to keep their romance under the radar but have been attending events together and really enjoy each other’s company.
They spent a lot of time together and even went on vacation together in the summer. Things are progressing and Nikita is very happy with his new romance.
“Lauren joined Nikita and his parents on Saturday’s live show and he was delighted to have her in the crowd to support him. His Strictly co-stars also think they make a great couple and are rooting for the pair.’
Nikita and his new love interest looked very happy together, they were seen looking cozy and Nikita couldn’t wipe the smile off his face. They looked in good spirits as they spent the night smiling and laughing together.”
The whole gang: Anastasia, who lives in Italy, shared a cute selfie of her, Nikita and Lauren setting up a stylish display in a lift before the trio hopped on a Rickshaw in central London and headed to the theater – seemingly giving the seal of approval
Beautiful: Lauren looked stunning as she supported her partner on Saturday
News of his romance comes after it was reported that the Strictly Come Dancing crew are reportedly “struggling” to film Leighton on the show because of his “revealing” outfits.
The actor, 29, who received heaps of praise for his film week dance from viewers on Saturday, was reportedly told to cover up more instead of wearing skimpy clothes.
But despite being criticized by the crew for his choice of clothing, Leighton continues to wear his usual look. According to The mirrorsaid: “The camera crew keep telling me to wear more clothes.
“In the training room, they’re like, ‘We’re seeing a lot of stuff.’ But this is how I feel comfortable. I put on my jock strap, it’s the BBC. But everything is nice and tight and together.’
MailOnline has contacted Strictly Come Dancing for comment.
On Saturday, Leighton and Nikita danced the Viennese waltz to the song “There are worse things I can do than Grease”. Leighton dressed in jewels as she wore a hot pink top, inspired by Grease’s Pink Ladies, and a black ballroom skirt.
His lively shirt had ‘Rizzo’ stitched across the front as he got into character as the iconic character from the hit 1978 film.
Meanwhile, Nikita opted for an all-black outfit and styled her locks ’70s-esque as she channeled John Travolta’s Danny Zook.
Crazy: News of his romance comes after it was revealed the Strictly Come Dancing crew are reportedly ‘struggling’ to film Leighton on the show because of his ‘revealing’ outfits
Impressive: On Saturday, Leighton and Nikita danced the Viennese waltz to “There Are Worse Things To Do Than Grease.” Leighton was dressed in jewels as she wore a hot pink top, inspired by Grease’s Pink Ladies, and a black ballroom skirt