PROFESSIONAL dancer Nikita Kuzmin has once again found romance – and his Strictly co-stars have given their seal of approval.
But who is Nikita’s girlfriend Lauren Jaine and when did the pair start dating? Here’s everything you need to know.
Who is Lauren Jaine?
Lauren Jaine is a university graduate and a model at London’s FIRST management – a ”leading boutique agency” who also works with famous faces including Selling Sunset’s Davina Potratz.
In October 2023, the stunning model was spotted sharing an intimate moment with Strictly star Nikita Kuzmin after a live show.
When did Nikita Kuzmin and Lauren Jaine start dating?
On October 9, 2023, it was revealed that the professional dancer had found love once again with Lauren Jaine.
The pair have been stepping out together at various events – one of which was The Tina Turner Musical Gala, also attended by Strictly star Layton Williams.
And they have already got the approval of Nikita’s Strictly co-stars.
A source told The Sun: “Nikita and Lauren have been dating for months and seem to have an amazing connection.
“The pair have tried to keep their romance under the radar but they have been attending events together and are really enjoying each other’s company.
“They have been spending a lot of time together and even went on holiday together in the summer.
“Things are progressing and Nikita is very happy with his new romance.
“Lauren joined Nikita and his parents at Saturday’s live show and he was chuffed to have her in the crowds supporting him.
“His Strictly co-stars also think they are a great match and are rooting for the pair.”
Since finding romance, the couple jetted off to Croatia in August, with Lauren sharing snaps of them on the plane and beach.
They have also enjoyed a string of dates together in London.
Who else has Nikita Kuzmin dated?
Prior to finding love with Lauren, the Strictly star has also been romantically linked to a number of famous faces.
Earlier this year, the professional dancer was was believed to be dating Australian sex podcaster Charlie Backshall.
Prior to this, Nikita was in a long-term relationship with dancer Nicole Wirt.
However, after five years together, the pair called it quits in October 2022.
A source said at the time: “Nikita wanted to totally focus on this series of Strictly and decided a while back he wanted to end his relationship with Nicole.
“They had been together for five years and it ended up being a mutual decision.
“Nikita is totally caught up in Strictly so they decided it was for the best for them to break up.”
The Strictly pro was also romantically linked to EastEnders star and Strictly Contestant Molly Rainford in 2022.
