Strictly’s Vito Coppola: his age, Instagram and 2024 dance partner

He's back on Strictly after taking home the Glitterball trophy last year

Vito Coppola

by Emily Vierke |
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Strictly pro Vito Coppola has only been on the show for two years, but his track record is pretty darn good.

The Italian stallion danced with Fleur East, who now hosts sister show It Takes Two alongside Janette Manrara, in 2022 and made it all the way to the final and last year, he went one better and won the whole competition.

Vito Coppola dancing
Vito is a latin dance champion ©Massimo Insabato/Archivio Massimo Insabato/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images

Vito and his celebrity dance partner, former Coronation Street star Ellie Leach, took home the Glitterball trophy after triumphing over EastEndersBobby Brazier and West End performer Layton Williams. But how far can Vito go this year? And who is his celebrity dancer partner?

We’ve put together everything you could possibly want to know…

Who is Vito Coppola?

Vito is a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing and 11-time Italian Latin American champion.

How old is Vito Coppola?

Born 27 September 1992, Vito is 31 years old.

Luba Mushtuk and Vito Coppola
Vito with fellow Strictly pro Luba Mushtuk ©Jack Hall/Getty Images

Where is Vito Coppola from?

Vito is originally from Salerno in Italy.

When did Vito Coppola join Strictly?

Vito joined Strictly in 2022 and was partnered up with Fleur East. Prior to this, he was a professional on the Italian version of the show.

Who is Vito Coppola's celebrity partner on Strictly 2024?

Vito is back for Strictly 2024 and he's partnered with Sarah Hadland, who is best known for appearing in Miranda.

Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola
Vito is dancing with Sarah Hadland this year ©BBC/Ray Burmiston

What happened with Vito Coppola and Ellie Leach?

Vito was paired with former soap star Ellie on Strictly last year and the talented twosome only went and won the whole show after impressing the British public with their dance routines.

The pair's sizzling chemistry on the ballroom floor also sent the rumour mill into overdrive with speculation that they were more than just dance partners.

Vito and Ellie
© BBC/Ray Burmiston

Speaking about her relationship with Vito last year, Ellie told Closer, "I’m having the best time with Vito. Not only is he teaching me about dance, but he’s teaching me a lot about myself. He is very patient, and he knows that when he pushes me, I can do things. Sometimes I don’t believe in myself, and he believes in me.

“I’ve always struggled a little bit with confidence but he is like, ‘You can do this!’ I didn’t know I had that sass. That’s the side I didn’t realise that I had!”

What happened with Vito Coppola and Arisa?

When Vito was a professional dancer on the Italian version of Strictly he was partnered with pop star Arisa, also know as Rosalba Pippa.

The duo won the show together and even started up a love affair, they reportedly went their separate ways shortly after.

Arisa and Vito Coppola
Vito danced with popstar Arisa on the Italian version of Strictly ©Massimo Insabato/Archivio Massimo Insabato/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Image

What happened with Vito Coppola and Fleur East?

The duo were dance partners on Strictly 2022 and there is just something about doing a sexy salsa that makes people think you're dating.

Since the show ended they have remained close friends but deny ever being in a relationship.

Fleur East and Vito Coppola
Vito danced with Fleur in 2022 ©Cameron Smith/Getty Images

What happened with Vito Coppola and Molly Rainford?

When Molly Rainford took part in Strictly in 2022, rumours circulated that her and Vito had a little Strictly romance; this came after photos of them holding hands were leaked.

Whether or not they had a love affair remains to be seen but Molly is now loved-up with DJ Tyler West, who competed in Strictly alongside Molly.

Is Vito Coppola married?

No, Vito is thought to be living his best single life at the moment.

Does Vito Coppola have Instagram?

He sure does: @vitocoppola.

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