VITO COPPOLA is a Strictly pro dancer and his partner Valentina Sica comes from the world of social media.
Here, we take a look at the couple – their careers and their personal lives.
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Vito Coppola waving at fansCredit: Peter Jordan
Vito Coppola arrives at rehearsals in LondonCredit: Simon Jones
Who is Strictly dancer Vito Coppola?
Vito Coppola, 33, joined Strictly as a professional dancer in 2022, the 20th series of the show.
Coppola was born in Italy on September 27, 1992.
He has been dancing since he was six years old and is a prolific competitor.
He is a three times world championship finalist and a European Cup Winner.
He loves social media, if you want an inside look on his life you should go to his Instagram or YouTube channel.
He currently has 404k followers on Instagram and 6.15k subscribers on YouTube.
On his very first season he made it to the final with partner Fleur East.
Vito Coppola and Fleur East on the dance floorCredit: PA
Vito Coppola and Fleur East show the audience why they can make it to the finalCredit: PA
As underdogs in the competition they were very thankful to make it so far in the competition.
Ahead of the final, Fleur wrote a joint message to fans from her and Vito, saying: “There are no words that can describe How grateful we are to all of you. We are very Happy to be in the Final”.
The following year, Vito actually won the competition whilst paired with Ellie Leach.
Vito Coppola and Ellie Leach demonstrate their intense chemistryCredit: PA
Vito Coppola and Ellie Leach go all out with green skinCredit: PA
Leach, 24, is an actress you would know from Coronation Street, she plays Faye Windass.
There were rumours of romance between the two but when quizzed on this Ellie replied “Honestly, we’ve just been having the most amazing time dancing and we’ve built a really strong bond and a friendship that will last forever.”
Vito agreed “We have a really beautiful bond, a good bond. When you see a person and you connect with a person straight away.”
“I’m so so lucky to have you in my life.”
This year, Vito is partnered up with Ellie Goldstein, 23.
Ellie Goldstein is the first person with Down’s Syndrome to compete on StrictlyCredit: PA
Goldstein is an actress and model who is also the first person with Down’s Syndrome to compete on the show.
The couple looks promising. On October 4, 2025 they danced a waltz to Elton John’s Wonderful World.
Vito Coppola and Ellie Goldstein dance a sensational waltzCredit: PA
Shirley Ballas said “You today [Ellie] were the epitome of grace and charm. Keep working on things, and boy can you spin girl! Well done you.”
Anton Du Beke echoed this, calling Ellie “an absolute delight”
Who is Vito Coppola’s girlfriend Valentina Sica?
Vito and Valentina went Instagram official in July 2025, posting photos from a romantic holiday.
Valentina Sica is a personal brand strategist.
Her Instagram bio reads: “helping brands & creators grow online”.
Vito Coppola and Valentina Sica go Instagram officialCredit: instagram/@vitocoppola
Valentina Sica stuns in Instagram bikini picCredit: instagram
Valentina Sica on romantic holiday with Vito CoppolaCredit: instagram
How can I watch Strictly 2025?
You can watch Strictly every Saturday at 18:30 on BBC One.
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If you miss an episode, you can always head to BBC iPlayer and view it that way.
The results air the following day, they are every Sunday at 19:15 on BBC One and are also available on BBC iPlayer.
