Vito Coppola has been branded 'gorgeous' by his former Strictly Come Dancing co-star as he shared an emotional vow with fans. The dancer recently returned home to Italy after he was dealt a double blow.
After taking part in the hit dance show last year, Vito had an unexpectedly tricky start to the year. He was seen excitedly reuniting with celebrity dance partner Sarah Hadland to continue their dancing journey on the Strictly Come Dancing Live 2025 tour after the BBC One dance contest's 2024 series, where they made it to the final.
But, as the tour was about to get underway in mid-January, Vito confirmed he had suffered an injury to his back. The show had to continued and the Italian star was then replaced by his Strictly co-star Nikita Kuzmin until he was able to return to perform with his latest celebrity dance partner.
While Vito did make a brief return to the stage and was seen lifting the Glitterball trophy having been voted that particular show's winners by the live audience, Vito wasn't able to finish the tour, which came to an end earlier this month.
Now, the 32-year-old has returned to Italy for some much-needed family time and in a new social media post, Vito could be seen basking in the sun as he shared a sweet messages with fans in which he vowed to 'always be by their side'.
Posting the shirtless snap to Instagram in which he could also be seen giving a thumbs up to the camera, Vito wrote to his followers on Tuesday (February 18): "Happy Innovation Day beautiful people. Be always creative, work with your imagination and feel your instinct, never stop dreaming and be Innovative!
"Every single one of us in this world is original and unique, so my advice is stay always yourself and don’t follow other people. Believe in yourself and develop your ability. I want you to promise this." He added: "Be always the best version of yourself. I am by your side #alwayswithlove [red heart emoji] V."
Sarah was quick to respond, writing: "Gorgeous [love heart eyes emoji]," while his fellow Strictly pro responded with a string of heart emojis in the comments section.
His fans and followers were also keen to respond. @kirstenmccx said: "Lovely words!! Always trying to improve myself and my content and become the best version of me." @sharonbriggs893 commented: "You are such a beautiful soul @vitocoppola."
@barbarasharpe646 wrote: "Just when I thought you couldn’t get any more handsome, you post this. Take care dear Vito you’re all the sunshine we need." @nicolasmithies shared: "You are a true inspiration. Be true to yourself and never change. That is why so many people love you."
@karldennissgray posted: "I love all of your positive messages Vito. You are the most wonderful person, have an amazing day." @susan.bailey.12 added: "Such true words Vito! You’re amazing. Enjoy the beach too, the weather looks incredible."
The inspirational message comes after Vito recently confirmed the sad news that he'd lost a 'good friend' and 'amazing dancer'. In one part of his tribute, Vito shared a video of Lory during a competitive performance and said: "I will forever love you my dear friend.
"I will pray for you. You will be one of the most beautiful angels. I will see you in the other world, and then we will dance again, all together, like the old time.... I have heard that dancers are the athletes of God. Ciao, Lory."
