Strictly to copy Dancing On Ice as pros perform first same-sex dance next month

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EXCLUSIVE: Strictly pros to copy Dancing On Ice and perform their first one-on-one same-sex dance

Italian Graziano Di Prima, 25, and South African newcomer Johannes Radebe, 32, will perform a romantic number together on the results show on Sunday, November 3.Strictly pros Graziano Di Prima and Johannes Radebe are set to perform the show's first one-on-one same-sex danceThey will perform to Emeli Sande track Shine in what will be a landmark moment for the BBC show.

It comes after ITV rival Dancing On Ice said it would be making TV history by pairing two male dancers.pro skater Matt Evers and Steps star Ian “H” Watkins, both 43, will perform together on the upcoming series of the skating showA backstage Strictly source said: “It’s a brave move for the Beeb and will break boundaries but bosses are under a lot of pressure.

“It will hopefully pave the way for a same-sex couple next year. It’s a step in the right direction for making the show even more diverse. “Graziano and Johannes are ideal for the dance as they’re the same height and good mates, having joined the show at the same time.Last year, the professional dancers incorporated a same sex segment into one of their group routinesStrictly has been under increasing pressure to include a same-sex couple for several years.

 

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