Lewis Cope’s girlfriend shows support for Strictly pair him and Katya Jones amid Emmerdale comeback questions
Lewis Cope, an actor and contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, is receiving enthusiastic support from his girlfriend, Rachel Lopez, as his journey on the talent show progresses. He is currently paired with professional dancer Katya Jones for the latest series on BBC One.
Upcoming Performance and Recent Success
This week, Cope and Jones will compete in the fifth week of the competition, themed Icons Week, which is scheduled for Saturday, October 25. Their most recent routine, a Foxtrot performed to “L-O-V-E” by Nat King Cole, earned an impressive score of 34 out of 40 from the judges.
- Judges: Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke
- Next performance: Quickstep to “Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash
Lewis and Katya have been busy with training ahead of their next performance. On Thursday, October 23, they participated in an interview on ITV’s Lorraine and later appeared on the spin-off show, It Takes Two.
Support from Rachel Lopez
Rachel Lopez expressed her admiration for Lewis and Katya on social media, commenting on their glowing presence during the shows. Lewis shared his gratitude, stating, “Today was pure joy!” as he documented the day’s events on Instagram.
Speculations About Emmerdale Return
In addition to his ongoing Strictly journey, Lewis Cope recently discussed the possibility of reprising his role as Nicky Milligan on the ITV soap, Emmerdale. He originally joined the cast in December 2022 as a nanny and later revealed his character’s connections to the family dynamics within the show.
- Nicky’s family secret: Son of Caleb Milligan
- Character departure: Left with boyfriend Suni Sharma due to family secrets
While speculating on his return, Cope stated, “Nicky can come back at any point.” He emphasized that the environment on set was supportive, leaving the door open for potential future involvement in Emmerdale.
As Lewis continues to compete on Strictly, fans can look forward to his next performance, while also keeping an eye on potential developments in his acting career.
