Strictly’s Vito Coppola; his age, Instagram and 2023 dance partner

Strictly returned last weekend

Vito Coppola

by Emily Vierke |
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The new series of Strictly started last the weekend (16 September) and this year's celebs were introduced to their professional dance partners with, as always, positive reactions.

EastEnders heartthrob Nigel Harman will be trained by Russian queen Katya Jones and his fellow soap pal, Bobby Brazier will partnered with Australian champ, Diane Buswell.

Another duo viewers are excited to see strut their stuff on the Strictly 2023 ballroom floor is Vito Coppola and Coronation Street actress, Ellie Leach.

Vito and Ellie
Vito is partnered with Ellie leach this year © BBC/Ray Burmiston

The duo had their fellow Strictly stars in hysterics on Saturday's show after it was revealed that their first dance will be the jive.

Upon realising, Ellie went into a panic and the actress shouted, "Oh no! That's really hard!"

Cue laughter from the audience, dancing professionals, celebs contestants and basically every single person in the audience.

But Ellie needn't worry as she is in good hands with the Italian dancer. Vito has only been matched with a celeb once before, but he managed to make it all the way to the final.

Viyo dancing
Vito is a Latin dance champion ©hoto by Massimo Insabato/Archivio Massimo Insabato/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images

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 30 years old.

Luba and Vito
Luba and Vito ©(Photo by Jack Hall/Getty Images)

Where is Vito Coppola from?

Vito is from Italy.

When did Vito Coppola join Strictly?

Vito joined the team in 2022 and was partnered up with Fleur East. He was also a professional on the Italian version of the show.

Strictly professionals
Strictly professionals of 2023 ©BBC Studios/Robin Lee-Perrella

Who is Vito Coppola's celebrity partner?

Vito has been partnered with Coronation Street, Ellie Leach for this year's series.

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
Arisa and Vito ©photo by Massimo Insabato/Archivio Massimo Insabato/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Image

Is Vito Coppola married?

It looks as though Vito is currently living his best single life.

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 and vito
©Photo by Cameron Smith/Getty Images)

What happened with Vito Coppola and Molly Rainford?

When Molly Rainford took part in Strictly last year, 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.

Does Vito Coppola have Instagram?

He sure does: @vitocoppola.

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