Strictlys Neil Jones gets a celebrity partner for the first time ever and fans are overwhelmed
Neil Jones finally has a partner (Picture: BBC) Strictly Come Dancing made history with its 2019 li..
Strictly Come Dancing made history with its 2019 line-up by finally giving Neil Jones a celebrity dance partner.
The 37-year-old professional dancer joined the show back in 2016 but has never been paired up on the show, only seen in group dance numbers or on spin-off show It Takes Two.
In the Strictly 2019 launch show, Neil was partnered up with former English footballer Alex Scott, meaning hell actually have a shot at bagging the Glitterball trophy.
Safe to say, viewers were pretty buzzing for Neil.
Aww, I love that Neil is actually dancing with a partner this year #Strictly
— Emma (@justemmathatsit) September 7, 2019
Neil's got a partner!!!!!! Just made my day #Strictly #StrictlyComeDancing2019
— IrishEmmyLou (@IrishEmmyLou) September 7, 2019
FINALLY Neil makes the A Team! #Strictly
—
Ms Marjorie Minge
Neils little face at finally getting a celebrity partner is just sheer joy
#Strictly
— Laura Davidson (@lovelylaurajd) September 7, 2019
#Strictly may be more nerve-wracking than a world cup for @AlexScott, but she's in safe hands with @Mr_NJones!
pic.twitter.com/7grFpG9acJ
— BBC Strictly
(@bbcstrictly) September 7, 2019
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Its been a tough year for Neil after he split from fellow pro dancer Katya Jones in August, after being together for 11 years.
In a joint statement on Instagram, the pair said: As our fans and loyal supporters you are really important to us and so we wanted to let you know some news.
After 11 years, we have made the mutual decision to separate.