Strictly Come Dancing star Graeme Hall has been pictured sharing public displays of affection with his girlfriend, Nicola Worth, marking the first images of the couple since their relationship became public. Hall, widely known as the "Dogfather" for his work as a dog behaviorist, was seen kissing and cuddling Worth at a "Strictly" live show last month.
Friends have described Worth as Hall's "rock and biggest support" as he navigates his debut on the popular dancing competition. Hall, 59, reportedly began his relationship with Worth two years after his marriage to Elinor Perry ended in 2019. An insider told The Sun that Hall took time to "rebuild himself" after his previous marriage before meeting Nicola.
Hall has emerged as a surprise fan favorite on this year's "Strictly," impressing audiences with his dance routines alongside professional partner Lauren Oakley. The recent photographs capture Hall kissing Worth on the cheek and embracing her, with Worth having attended the show to support his "Strictly" debut.
"Starting again as a man in your fifties is never easy but Graeme took his time," a source commented to The Sun. "He was introduced to Nikki through friends two years after his marriage ended. It was like someone had turned the spark back on inside him."
The couple has maintained a low-key relationship, avoiding social media, but their close bond is evident. "Nikki is Graeme's everything. She is his rock and his biggest support," the source added.
Worth has been a consistent presence, cheering Hall on from the sidelines and providing encouragement through demanding training sessions. Hall was previously married to accountant Elinor in 2017, with their relationship concluding two years later. He publicly confirmed the end of his marriage in 2023, revealing he was living with a new partner at the time.
Despite his personal life developments, Hall has focused on his "Strictly" journey. He secured second place on the leaderboard after his initial two performances. However, following his jive on Saturday, a score of 25 saw him slip slightly. Hall admitted to experiencing a "meltdown" during training earlier in the week, confiding in host Johannes Radebe that he had doubted his ability to perform.
Oakley reassured Hall, commending his resilience and assuring him they would learn from the challenges. Hall is preparing to perform a routine inspired by the band ABBA for the upcoming Icons Week, aiming to improve his standing on the leaderboard with Oakley.