Strictly fans went wild after Vernon Kay made a cheeky comment about his wife Tess Daly live on air on Saturday’s show.
The TV star, 49, made a surprise on appearance during the semi-final to read the terms and conditions of voting to viewers.
The Radio 2 presenter was joined by his wife’s co-host Claudia Winkleman during the segment and she congratulated him on recently raising millions for Children In Need.
Claudia then said: ‘I would like you to say her name but let me set the scene. You are snuggling, it’s Sunday, maybe the puppy is on your lap and maybe you have had a delicious roast. Say her name with romance and love.’
Vernon replied: ‘Well, obviously I would be wearing some pyjamas and have a Baileys, maybe a splash of cologne. Tess, over to you’.
Strictly fans went wild after Vernon Kay made a cheeky comment about his wife Tess Daly live on air (pictured with Claudia Winkleman)
Tess – who tied the knot with Vernon in 2003 – took the joke in good humour as she giggled amid the handover
Tess giggled amid the handover and fans on social media were also quick to enjoy the humorous moment.
One fan took to X – formerly known as Twitter – and said : ‘Tess holding it together there on #strictly after that handover from Vernon. What a professional!’
Another said: ‘Love how Tess turned into a giggling schoolgirl with the handover from Vernon there…so cute!!’
A third viewer wrote: ‘seeing tess and vernon kay on strictly together is a combo I never expected, but what a treat xxx’
One fan admitted that the treat that came as an ‘unexpected’ addition to their Saturday evening but were happy nonetheless.
Another even jokingly accused Vernon – who tied the knot with Tess in 2003 – of giving his wife the eye.
On Saturday night, four couples all took to the dancefloor in a bid to make it to the final.
West End star Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin topped the leaderboard with 116 points in total and were shocked when judge Craig Revel Horwood got to his feet to give them a rarely-seen standing ovation for the routine.
He exclaimed: ‘That’s the best Charleston that I have seen in 20 years.’
Claudia had asked the Loose Men star to complete the handover to her co-host and his wife
One fan took to X – formerly known as Twitter – and said : ‘Tess holding it together there on #strictly after that handover from Vernon. What a professional!’
On Saturday night, four couples all took to the dancefloor in a bid to make it to the final. Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin topped the leaderboard
The West End star secured a rare standing ovation from Craig Revel Horwood during Saturday night’s semi-final
Meanwhile, Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach and her partner Vito Coppola came in second with 111 points and won praise for their couples choice set to a Dua Lipa medley.
EastEnders actor Bobby Brazier took to the floor with Dianne Buswell amid a family feud with grandmother Jackiey Budden but still managed to score 107 points.
Tennis legend Annabel Croft and Johannes Radebe fell short of the 100 mark, coming in at a total of 98 points for their two routines.
Strictly Come Dancing: The Results airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday at 7.20pm.
STRICTLY COME DANCING 2023: THE CONTESTANTS’ PROFILES
Layton Williams
Age: 28
Profession: Actor
Layton says: ‘Absolutely buzzing to confirm that I will be taking part in THE most iconic dance competition in the UK! It’s time to bring it to the Ballroom. So excited to learn new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!’
Age: 22
Profession: Coronation Street star
Ellie says: ‘It still doesn’t feel real that I’m going to be doing Strictly!! It’s always been a dream of mine so I guess dreams really do come true!!!!’
Age: 20
Profession: EastEnders star and model
Bobby says: ‘I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly line up, I can’t wait to start training like a professional dancer and adding a few moves to my locker. I’m looking forward to performing in-front of everyone.’
Age: 57
Profession: Broadcaster and ex tennis player
Annabel says: ‘I have always loved watching Strictly and can’t quite believe I’m going to be part of this magical show – swapping tennis balls for glitter balls and looking forward to finding some joyfulness in the process.’
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