'Strictly' star shocked by romance rumours

Alesha Dixon has revealed that she was baffled by rumours that she was dating her Strictly Come Dancing co-star Matt Di Angelo.

The former Mis-Teeq singer insisted that there was no truth in claims that a romance between Matt and herself was an "open secret" on the set of the show.

"Matt is good looking but he reminds me of my little brother, so I couldn't believe it when a rumour started that we were dating," Alesha told the Sunday Mirror. "But underneath that boy-next-door image, he and [dance partner] Flavia are strong contenders."

Asked if she is ready to find love again, Alesha replied: "I'm not actively looking for someone, but I am dating and I feel like if I meet someone, then that would be cool."

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