Strictly Come Dancing star Graeme Hall's 'secret romance with NHS worker' as she 'helps him practice his moves'
She has reportedly been supportive of his stint on StrictlyStrictly Come Dancing star Graeme Hall has reportedly kept a five-year relationship with NHS worker Nicola Worth away from the spotlight.
The Sun reports that the couple have been photographed together for the first time near their shared home in Banbury.
Nicola, known as Nikki, is also said to be helping the 60-year-old through his Strictly Come Dancing stint. That support goes beyond cheering from the sidelines.
Apparently, she helps him practice his dance moves!
Nikki supports Graeme Hall on Strictly Come Dancing
Graeme is partnered with Lauren Oakley on the BBC dance competition. Nikki has met Lauren and is proud of his progress, a friend told The Sun.
They added: “Nikki helps him practice his moves and gives Graeme confidence when he’s had a rough day.”
She is also reportedly helping him film video messages for fans. Her social media know-how has encouraged Graeme to speak directly to followers as he seeks their votes.
Friends describe Nikki as an important source of motivation during the demanding rehearsal schedule. However, their relationship began long before his ballroom appearance.
Graeme Hall’s relationship after his divorce
Graeme’s marriage to accountant Elinor Perry ended in 2019.
A source said he took time to rebuild his life before meeting Nikki through friends two years later.
They told The Sun: “Starting again as a man in your fifties is never easy but Graeme took his time.”
According to the source, the couple have chosen not to share their relationship on social media. Nikki is slightly younger than Graeme, a friend said.
Graeme Hall aims to climb the Strictly leaderboard
The professional dog trainer started strongly, placing second on the combined leaderboard after the first two weeks.
However, his latest jive to Jackie Wilson’s Reet Petite earned 25 points and left him mid-table.
A TV insider told The Sun that Graeme was determined to move back towards the top. They said some people had compared him with Bill Bailey, who won the competition in 2020.
Graeme is this series’ second-oldest celebrity, behind Melanie Walters. He faces competition from Lacey Turner and Delta Goodrem.
Delta received the series’ first nine from Motsi Mabuse for her disco-themed salsa on Saturday.
But Nikki apparently remains firmly behind Graeme as he works towards improving his position.
A friend said: “Nikki believes in Graeme and thinks he could go all the way.”
TV Guide has contacted representatives for Graeme for comment.
Strictly Come Dancing continues next Saturday, October 17 with Icons Week from 6.15pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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