Pete Wicks drops jaws as he reveals new Strictly Come Dancing tattoo live on air

Reality star Pete Wicks has not only impressed fans on Strictly Come Dancing but also the judges after he cheekily revealed a huge new tattoo on his ribs dedicated to the show

Pete Wicks has wowed Strictly Come Dancing viewers on the dancefloor but it is not his moves that have impressed fans but a cheeky 'tattoo' on his body.

As the former TOWIE star danced with professional partner Jowita Przystal, he lifted his shirt to show off, what looked like, a new inking which depicted Strictly judge Craig Revel-Horwood holding up his ten paddle, to indicate a perfect routine on the dancefloor.

As is well known among Strictly fans, it takes a lot to get top marks from Craig but on the show's Instagram account, they have declared that Pete may have got himself the first perfect score of the series. Sharing a photo of Pete's 'tattoo' on the BBC dance show's official Instagram account, they captioned the snaps with: "Technically this is the first 10 of #Strictly 2024".

Fans were loving the cheeky tribute with one commenting on the post: "Pete and Chris [McCausland] ARE Strictly 2024!!! and this tattoo was so funny." Another added: "This was brilliant!! Fab dance too for Pete."

This came before Pete finished the dance with a cheeky look at dance partner Jowita Przystał which was called out by judge Shirley Ballas. There have been a number of romance rumours thanks to his connection with Jowita on and off the dancefloor. Speaking after their routine, Shirley told Pete and Jowita: "You belted across that floor. I don't think I have ever seen anybody shift their weight across in a quick step like that and that is a good thing. That shows that your technical qualities are starting to get better, your frame start up is exquisite, it drops a bit in the middle but so does everybody elses at week four."

She then added: "I love the smouldering look that you had between the two of you. I didn't mind that little hip role at the end, it was a little treat actually. You sir are improving week upon week." They were met by cheers from the crowd as Pete and Jowita beamed at each other.

Last month, the pair even showed off their chemistry by appearing to kiss at the end of one of their dances. It seems the duo's connection has continue to grow asthey were seen sharing a passionate kiss and embrace behind-the-scenesduring their rehearsals. Photos from rehearsals this week showed Pete and Jowita looking cosier than ever as the reality TV favourite seemed to plant a kiss on Jowita's lips while she wrapped her arms around his neck.

Their on-screen chemistry is reportedly a result of their alleged off-screen fondness for each other. The pair's close bond has been labelled an "open secret", with rumours swirling that Pete is falling "head over heels" for the professional dancer. A source told The Mail on Sunday that Pete is utterly smitten as they said: "Pete has fallen head over heels for Jowita. He thinks she is amazing in every way.

"The feeling is mutual from her side and things have definitely progressed between them. They are all over one another behind the scenes, in a way that a loved-up couple would be." Pete's best friend Sam Thompson, also added to the whispers by admitting: "Pete's in love."

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