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Jessica Sansome

Stacey Dooley hits back at Strictly 'romance' claims with professional dancer Kevin Clifton

Stacey Dooley has been forced to hit back at 'romance' claims just months after her Strictly Come Dancing success.

The documentary-maker, who took home the glitterball trophy during the last series of the popular BBC show, has said there are two sides to any stories following reports of a romance with her dance partner Kevin Clifton.

Stacey took to Twitter to go against the comments made against her personal life which she has branded "utter nonesense".

The reports claim that the 32-year-old developed a relationship with the Strictly professional star while she was still involved with her ex-boyfriend, Sam Tucknott.

She told her followers: "Anyone with any adult life experience knows there are 2 sides to every story.

Stacey and Strictly pro Kevin Clifton won the 2018 series of the popular dance show (BBC)

"I haven't got the time or energy to correct some of the utter nonsense I've read on here.

"Re Sam, I loved him v much and only wish him happiness and success going forward."

Many fans have  responded to Stacey's post with praise for the TV star's 'classy response'.

One said: "Good for you poppet its no one else's business."

Another added: "Well said @StaceyDooley you don’t have to explain you self to anybody ."

Stacey has taken to Twitter to hit back at the claims (Stacey Dooley Twitter)

"You shouldn't have to explain yourself it's your life your business & nobody else's as long as you're happy that's all that matters," commented a third.

Dancer Kevin, 36, is yet to responded to the rumours.

Stacey and Kevin triumphed in the 2018 competition which was watched by more than 12 million people.

Richard Madeley has an interesting explanation for why he was orange on Good Morning Britain  

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