Entertainment

Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley jet to Portugal for romantic break


Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley’s relationship appears to be going from strength to strength.

The couple, who met on Strictly Come Dancing in 2018 and went on to be named show champions that year, appeared the picture of happiness as they strolled around Lisbon in Portugal last week.

Looking every inch the loved-up pair, the professional dancer, 37, and documentary star, 33, were unable to wipe the smiles off their faces as they took in the sights together whilst holding hands.

After a day of walking they stopped for a break at a coffee shop where they sipped on tea and checked their mobile phones.

Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley appeared the picture of happiness as they strolled around Lisbon in Portugal last week

Effortless Stacey dressed for comfort in a baggy grey sweater and oversized jogging bottoms that concealed her frame.

Kevin also kept it low-key in black jeans and T-shirt.

Ten days ago Kevin shocked Strictly Come Dancing fans when he announced he was leaving the show.

He joined the BBC show’s professional line-up in 2013.

Unable to wipe the smiles off their faces as they took in the sights together whilst holding hands

Announcing the news on social media, he wrote: “To the entire Strictly family,

“The past 7 years have been some of the most wonderful years of my life. I am grateful to the BBC and Strictly Come Dancing for giving me the opportunity to have been a part of something truly special.

“Since first being called ‘Kevin From Grimsby’ by Sir Bruce Forsyth in 2013 I have experienced the highs of 5 finals, winning a Guinness World record on It Takes Two, the Strictly Arena tour glitterball and then the ultimate of winning the 2018 series with Stacey Dooley.

“After finishing last series with the Children In Need trophy and the Christmas Special I want to leave on a high and have ther

They stopped for a break at a coffee shop

“I want to thank all of the pros for inspiring me every day as well as all of my celebrity partners. The whole team behind the scenes have made always made the Strictly family what it is and the loveliest show to work for.

“Thank you to anyone who has ever voted for me and my partners. It means the world.

“And a special thank you to Jason Gilkison for always believing in me.

“To me Strictly always has been and always will be the best show on tv and has been an absolute dream and honour to be a part of.

The pair kept it casual in loungewear

The trip comes after Kevin announced he was quitting Strictly

Read More

Showbiz editor’s picks

“Pre 2013 I used to watch every week. Now I look forward to returning to being a fan and cheering on my friends who keep dancing.”

Shortly after Kevin announced that he quit the dancing show as he has been offered his dream role in the Strictly Ballroom stage show as Scott Hastings.

Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webtv@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033





READ SOURCE

Leave a Reply

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this site, you accept our use of cookies.