Vito Coppola is currently spending time in Italy with his family, but has gushed over his ‘beautiful baby’, as the next reunion with a former Strictly Come Dancing partner was confirmed

Vita Coppola is set up for Strictly reunion (Image: John Phillips, Getty Images for the NTA’s)

Vito Coppola has shared a sweet message for his ‘beautiful baby’ as he eagerly anticipates their next meeting, which fans are excited to hear is not far off. The Strictly Come Dancing sensation is currently enjoying quality time with loved ones.

While relishing family moments in Italy after flying home post the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour – a stint he had to bow out of due to a back injury – Vito’s thoughts are never far from the dance floor. He was set to perform with Sarah Hadland, his partner for 2024. But while on his break he is preparing for his next dance class.

Ellie Leach drew gushing comments on Instagram (Image: Ellie Leach Instagram)
In partnership with Strictly judge Shirley Ballas, Vito has been hosting dance workshops throughout the UK, concluding with a Valentine’s Day special that saw Sarah Hadland join the line-up, alongside Olympian Montell Douglas and fellow Strictly pro Carlos Gu. Advancing beyond group efforts, Vito is now poised to lead his first online class.

The class is taking place on Saturday, March 8, in celebration of International Women’s Day, with an eager announcement on the ‘Dance With Us’ Instagram page saying: “WOMEN’S DAY ONLINE CLASS!” It continued: “Let’s celebrate all together the International Women’s Day. Everyone can join this special event dancing with Vito @vitocoppola The First ONLINE CLASS presented by our Dance with US Family @dancewithshirleyandvito. This is going to be an incredible class, different from any other one done before! Get your special ticket and join us.

Vito has also announced that former Strictly Come Dancing 2023 champion Ellie Leach will join the class, as well as his brother Jonathan. Many Strictly fans took to the comment section, with one person saying: “Ellie and Vito. Simply the best.” Another said: “Could not be better. So excited.”

Ellie, meanwhile, took to her Instagram to upload a new video prepping for an outing in the delightful pre-Spring sunshine. Slipping into a chic leopard print shirt and a trendy black mini skirt, the ex-Coronation Street actress invited her followers to “Get dressed with me…” Vito was quick to admire Ellie’s post, commenting: “Beautiful babyyyy,” paired with a leopard emoji.

Helen Flanagan, Ellie’s former castmate, showed love with several heart-eyes emojis, while soap star cousin Brooke Vincent complimented her with a “Beautiful darling.”