star is doing little to quell the rumours that a between him and after his latest raunchy remark.
During last night’s show of the competition, the duo performed a very intricate Argentine Tango to Bills, Bills, Bills by Destiny’s Child, soaring to the top of the leaderboard with a score of 38 out of a possible 40.
As all Strictly aficionados will know, the Argentine Tango requires huge levels of passion, as the dancers gaze into each other’s eyes with very little distance between their bodies.
Following the performance, Vito, 31, revealed to presenter what advice he gave to , 22, to encourage her to feel the passion – and quite frankly, what he had to say has left us blushing.
The pair began by explaining the animals that they’ve taken inspiration from for their dance, including a scorpion, panther, cobra – ‘the whole jungle’.
Discussing the immense level of ‘control’ that’s needed for the Argentine Tango, Vito shared: ‘It’s difficult because coming from the last week, it was very spread out, everything. This is completely in, so you have a ball of fire, just keep in. Look at me, and I said, “Eat me with your eyes.”’
At this statement, Ellie laughed, while the other celebrities and pro dancers whooped cheekily.
Over on X (formerly Twitter), fans of Strictly didn’t quite know what to do with themselves after Vito’s admission.
‘Vito: “just eat me with your eyes”. Don’t worry hun I think the majority of the country does that every week,’ one person wrote mischievously.
‘“Eat me with your eyes” Vito I’m DEAD,’ another remarked.
Someone else joked: ‘Steady on Vito,’ while another added after watching their dance: ‘Nah, you will NOT convince me that Ellie and Vito aren’t dating after THAT.’
Several fans were not happy that judge Craig Revel Horwood criticised what he felt was a lack of chemistry during their Argentine Tango.
‘The chemistry between Vito and Ellie is touchable (only Craig can’t see),’ one person said in response to the claim.
For the past few weeks, rumours have swirled around Ellie and Vito’s supposed romance.
The actress’ mum revealed that the dancer fit right in with the family, while fans were elated after the pair .
The Strictly Come Dancing results show airs tonight at 7.20pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
