Strictly Come Dancing fans were quick to point out a sweet moment between Ellie Goldstein and professional dancer Vito Coppola following their salsa to a Spice Girls medley
Eagle-eyed Strictly fans were quick to comment on a sweet moment between Vito Coppola and his dance partner Ellie Goldstein. The pair took to the floor on icons week to perform a routine to a Spice Girls medley.
And following their salsa, the duo stood in front of the judges ready for their feedback. It was there that fans noticed Italian dancer embrace his partner and sweetly wipe away a tear.
Ellie, who is a huge Spice Girls fan was dressed as Baby Spice for their performance and it was clear that the moment nearly became overwhelming for the actress. However, Vito was on hand to help compose her again, much to the delight of viewers.
Taking to Twitter / X one user wrote: “Vito checking on Ellie and dabbing away a tear. #Strictly #StrictlyComeDancing” They added crying emoji faces to the upload.
“Vito’s pride for Ellie is so sweet and endearing. #strictly #StrictlyComeDancing,” gushed another. And a third added: “Vito deserves a lot of praise with how he’s taught Ellie to dance”.
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Following the performance and judge’s comments, Ellie was surprised once again as she received a special on-screen message from Emma Bunton. The Spice Girls star told Ellie she was her favourite contestant and was thrilled to see her dress as her.
Vito and Ellie scored 28 overall for their routine. While Motsi Mabuse landed the duo an impressive eight, Shirley Ballas gave them a seven, Craig Revel Horwood scored them six and they received a seven from Anton Du Beke.
