Ricky Whittle Dating Dancer?

Last week, 10th Nov 13:01

Ricky Whittle is reportedly romancing his 'Strictly Come Dancing' partner.

The 'Hollyoaks' actor - who announced his split from girlfriend of two years, co-star Carley Stenson last week - is said to have grown increasingly close to professional dancer Natalie Lowe and was even seen enjoying a meal with her and her parents in Liverpool, close to where he films the Channel 4 soap.

I'm loving the tango, it's so sexy and passionate. This is so hot, it's unbelievable.

Despite leaving separately, onlookers were quick to comment on their intimate behaviour.

One eyewitness told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "They looked very cosy and it certainly seemed as though Natalie's mum and dad took to Ricky."

A spokesperson for the show refused to comment on the romance.

However, they said: "There is clearly a great deal of chemistry between them."

During training for their dance last week, Ricky said he loved the "passionate" choreography.

He said: "I'm loving the tango, it's so sexy and passionate. This is so hot, it's unbelievable."

Ricky and Natalie's rumoured fledgling romance is the third between the couples competing on this year's series.

Boxer Joe Calzaghe - who was recently eliminated from the contest - is dating his partner Kristina Rihanoff, while actress Ali Bastian is said to have fallen for Brian Fortuna.