13 January 2023 , 14:06
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Helen Skelton has been spotted with her new dance partner as rehearsals get underway for the Strictly tour.
Sadly, Gorka Marquez won't be joining Helen on the tour, despite the pair only just missing out on the Glitterball in December. Instead, the Countryfile presenter will be performing with Kai Widdrington.
Ahead of the tour kicking off in Birmingham on January 20, the star-studded cast was announced as the celebs shared the happy news on their social media accounts.
Among those taking part include winner Hamza Yassin, finalists Fleur East, Molly Rainford and Helen. Will Mellor, Ellie Simmonds and Tyler West will also be joining the show.
Helen Skelton made it to the final with Gorka Marquez (@helenskelton/Instagram)
Helen is performing in the Strictly tour (@HelenSkelton/Instagram)All of the celebs will be dancing with their original pro partners, apart from Helen who will be performing with Kai, who was originally partnered with Kaye Adams.
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In a photo with Kai, pro dancer Carlos Gu and fellow finalist Molly, the quartet looked tired but happy as they chilled in between rehearsals.
While fans are likely sad that Helen and Gorka won't be dancing together, the pair have clearly stayed in touch after the pro shared a sweet selfie of them both smiling after a catch-up.
She shared a photo from rehearsalsGorka also suggested that he would be coming to watch Helen "like a proud dad" at one of the tour dates.
"Quick coffee catch up with this one today before she goes on tour with the rest of the Strictly Gang," he wrote.
"Can’t wait to come and watch you dance at the Manchester show and be cheering you like a proud dad. Have the best Time @helenskelton."
Helen and Gorka reunited recently (Gorka Marquez Instagram)
He's said he will be watching her on tour (Instagram)In response, Helen commented back with a hands in the air emoji and wrote: "Team mate."
Fans flocked to comment, with one writing: "Awwwww no Gorka are u not dancing? I’m there at Manchester sun 29th watching can’t wait, met u and Gemma and Mia last year there."
While another commented: "I'm taking my daughter (10) to see the Strictly Tour on 25th January at Nottingham. She is SO excited!"
A third wrote: "Pleased you had a lovely catch up. You were robbed on The Strictly Glitter Ball in my eyes!!! Xxx."