Strictly Come Dancing 2013

With competition hotting up, the Strictly Come Dancing 2013 cast hit the dancefloor for a sizzling fourth week of 'Love Week'-themed performances. Check out ALL the pictures right here...

With competition hotting up, the Strictly Come Dancing 2013 cast hit the dancefloor for a sizzling fourth week of performances. All hoping to avoid the Sunday night dance-off, the stars pulled out all the stops - including their fanciest footwork and sparkliest costumes - for an action-packed weekend of 'Love Week'-themed performances.

Sadly, Vanessa Feltz was the second celebrity to be knocked out while actress Natalie topped the leader board again with a stunning rumba. Here, she strikes a pose with partner Artem.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

From the outfits to ALL the Strictly 2013 action, click on for pictures of the very first shows, plus sneak a peek at the stars in training...

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

From the outfits to ALL the Strictly 2013 action, click on for pictures of the very first shows, plus sneak a peek at the stars in training...

Fiona Fullerton and Anton Du Beke

Anton lowers actress Fiona in dramatic smoke during their dance.

Sophie Ellis Bexter and Brendan Cole

Sophie and Brendan embrace the Love Week theme.

Ben Cohen and Kristina Rihanoff

Rugby player Ben deftly dances Kristina.

Julien Macdonald and Janette Manrara

Designer Julien looks gleeful during his dance with partner Janette.

Abbey Clancy and Aljaz Skorjanec

Model Abbey and Aljaz embraced the theme with an upbeat dance to The Beatles.

Patrick Robinson and Anya Garnis

Actor Patrick looks happy to be dancing to Anya.

Rachel Riley and Pasha Kovalev

Rachel and Pasha get close during their dance.

Susanna Reid and Kevin Clifton

News reader Susanna snuggles up to Kevin.

Dave Myers and Karen Hauer

Hairy Biker Dave lowers partner Karen during the dance.

Deborah Meaden and Robin Windsor

Dragon Deborah looks radiant in a blue outfit while dancing with partner Robin.

Vanessa Feltz and James Jordan

Vanessa looks happy as she dances with James.

Brendan Cole and Sophie Ellis Bexter

Brendan and Sophie shimmied away competently.

Mark Benton and Iveta Lukosiute

Actor Mark twirls Iveta in an attempt to stay in the runnings.

Ashley Taylor Dawson and Ola Jordan

Ashley and Ola get up close and personal during Love Week.

Vanessa Feltz and James Jordan

Vanessa and James danced away enthusiastically in co-ordinating purple outfits.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Brendan Cole

Landing themselves a high spot on the leader board, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and partner Brendan Cole were praised for their high-energy Charleston, which they danced to to Rock It To Me by Caravan Palace.

Abbey Clancy and Aljaz Skorjanec

Nervous Strictly Come Dancing star Abbey Clancy may have admitted to forgetting some of her dance moves, but her performance with partner Aljaz Skorjanec looked flawless to us.

Deborah Meaden and Robin Windsor

Deborah Meaden and partner Robin Windsor certainly commanded some Respect as they danced the Cha Cha to the Aretha Franklin hit.

Mark Benton and Iveta Lukosiute

Grabbing top marks for fun, actor Mark Benton had the audience in fits of giggles at his Austin Powers-style performance with partner Iveta Lukosiute.

James Jordan and Vanessa Feltz

James Jordan and Vanessa Feltz chose an emotional Waltz for their weekend performance.

Rachel Riley and Pasha Kovalev

Countdown beauty Rachel Riley and partner Pasha Kovalev dancing the sizzling salsa. What did YOU think of their performance?

Ashley Taylor Dawson and Ola Jordan

Hollyoaks actor Ashley Taylor Dawson welcomed his second child into the world during the week, but his performance with Ola Jordan was flawless.

Karen Hauer and Dave Myers

Karen Hauer and Hairy Biker partner Dave Myers certainly looked like they were enjoying themselves...

Fiona Fullerton and Anton DuBeke

Fiona Fullerton and Anton Du Beke put on a stellar Strictly 2013 performance.

Patrick Robinson and Anya Garnis

Patrick Robinson and Anya Garnis took to the dance floor for a show-stopping Tango, danced to Michael Jackson hit, Beat It.

Kevin Clifton and Susanna Reid

Kevin Clifton and BBC newsreader Susanna Reid showed off their fanciest footwork to Bruno Mars hit, Locked Out of Heaven.

Tony Jacklin and Aliona Vilani

They may have dressed the part, but Tony Jacklin and Aliona Vilani's sparkling attire wasn't enough to save them from the dance-off. After coming bottom of the leader board with their Charleston, the pair went head-to-head with fashion designer Julien Macdonald and his partner Janette Manrar, and were voted off the show.

Strictly Come Dancing 2013 Cast

Strictly Come Dancing 2013 got off to a sequin-filled start as this year's crop of celebrities joined Tess Daly and Bruce Forsyth in a brand new studio for the first time. Sophie Ellis-Bextor, who glittered in a shimmering gown, looked delighted to be paired with Strictly stalwart, Brendan Cole, while Abbey Clancey and partner Aliaz Skorjanec, pulled of the performance of the weekend with their elegant dance number.

Aljaz Skorjanec and Abbey Clancy

Pasha Kovalev and Rachel Riley

Sophie Ellis-Bexter and Brendan Cole

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Janette Manrara and Julian Macdonald

Vanessa Feltz and James Jordan

Robin Windsor and Deborah Meaden

Kristina Rihanoff and Ben Cohen

Susanna Reid and Kevin Clifton

Anton DuBeke and Fiona Fullerton

Patrick Robinson and Anya Garnis

Dave Myers and Karen Hauer

Iveta Lukosiute and Mark Benton

Artem Chigvinstev and Natalie Gumede

Tony Jacklin and Aliona Vilani

Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Brendan Cole

Professional dancer Brendan puts singer Sophie through her paces as they prepare for the first live performance on Saturday.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

Natalie and Artem get up close and personal practicing for this weekend's dance off.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Brendan Cole

Brendan and Sophie holding a pose.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Brendan Cole

The pair have a laugh while practicing some complicated footwork.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

Natalie and Artem larking around in the studio.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

The duo practicing their routine.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

The duo holding a pose mid-move.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

Natalie holds a pose.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

Natalie and Artem look into each others eyes as part of their routine.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

The pair check out their moves in the mirror.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

Natalie holding Artem's outstretched hand.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

The duo see how their routine looks in the studio mirror.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Brendan Cole

Sophie and Brendan practice their footwork.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

Artem spins Natalie in rehersals.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

The duo look into each other's eyes.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

Natalie and Artem practicing some fancy footwork.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvintsev

Natalie with the giggles during a rehersal.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Brendan Cole

Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Brendan Cole made a grand exit from the dancefloor when they were paired. We can't WAIT to see these two dance.

Ashley Taylor Dawson and Ola Jordan

Hollyoaks heartthrob Ashley Taylor Dawson was paired with blonde beauty Ola Jordan.

Deborah Meaden and Robin Windsor

Dragon's Den star Deborah Meaden teamed up with Robin Windsor.

Vanessa Feltz and James Jordan

Vanessa Feltz was all smiles as she met dance partner James Jordan.

Ben Cohen and Kristina Rihanoff

Rugby player Ben Cohen towered over petite dance partner Kristina Rihanoff.

Natalie Gumede and Artem Chigvinstev

Natalie Gumede was paired with former Strictly winner, Artem Chigvinstev.

Karen Hauer and Dave Myers

Karen Hauer looked more than happy to team up with hairy biker Dave Myers.

Susanna Reid and Kevin Clifton

BBC newsreader Susanna Reid met dance partner Kevin Clifton.

Abbey Clancy and Aljaz Skorjanec

Aljaz Skorjanec couldn't hide his smile as he was paired with blonde beauty Abbey Clancy.

Fiona Fullerton and Anton Du Beke

Meawhile, former Bond girl Fiona Fullerton looked hot to trot with Anton Du Beke.

Louis Smith and Flavia Cacace

Strictly Come Dancing 2013 couples revealed, 2012 winners Louis Smith and Flavia Cacace took to the dance floor to wow viewers.

Strictly Come Dancing 2013 Cast

The Strictly Come Dancing 2013 cast looked like they couldn't wait to get started!

Tess Daly

Tess Daly shone in shimmering sequins and a sweeping black skirt during the first Strictly Come Dancing show of 2013.

Jessie J

Jessie J wore a sultry sequin dress by 2013 Strictly contender Julien Macdonald to perform new hit It's My Party during the show.

Strictly Come Dancing 2013 Cast

There's a lot of work ahead for this year's Strictly Come Dancing contestants!

Click on for more pics from this year's Strictly Come Dancing stars...

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Abbey Clancy

Vanessa Feltz

Julien Macdonald

Rachel Riley

Ashley Taylor Dawson

Fiona Fullerton

Ben Cohen

Susanna Reid

Dave Myers

Deborah Meaden

Tony Jacklin

Natalie Gumede

Mark Benton

Patrick Robinson

Len Goodman & Bruno Tonioli at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Bruce Forsyth & Tess Daley at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Strictly presenters Bruce and Tess arrived in style with a vintage chauffeur driven car to roll them up to the red carpet.

Vanessa Feltz at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Vanessa Feltz looked at ease on the red carpet, evidently at ease with this Saturday's live shows.

Tony Jacklin at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Tony Jacklin is all too familiar with a dancing prop it seems - what can we expect from his future routines?

Ashley Taylor Dawson at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Handsome Ashley Taylor Dawson is sure to be a hit with the ladies boasting a good physique and a winning smile.

Susannah Reid at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Susannah Reid couldn't resist a ballet spin on the red carpet for just a taste of what's to come.

Mark Benton at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Keeping it low key, Waterloo Road's Mark Benton failed to reveal any of his signature dance moves on the red carpet.

Rachel Riley at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Giving us her best Marilyn moment, Rachel Riley hinted at just how excited she is to be wearing the glamorous Strictly dresses.

Patrick Robinson at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Looking cool - Patrick Robinson looked relaxed in the face of all the excitement for this year's Strictly shows.

Natalie Gumede at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Glamour puss Natalie Gumede looked more than ready for her time in the Strictly spotlight.

Sophie Ellis Bextor at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Sophie Ellis Bextor is going to look great in her Strictly costumes - and something tells us she's rather looking forward to raiding the sequined rails.

Ben Cohen at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Ben Cohen looks fit and ready as he arrives at this year's Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party.

Fiona Fullerton at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Fiona Fullerton shimmied for the cameras looking rather pleased with a gold sparkly flapper girl dress.

Abbey Clancy at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Model Abbey Clancy has already bagged the perfect dancer physique, but does she have the rhythm? We can't wait to find out!

Julien MacDonald at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Bring it on - Julien MacDonald looked ready for anything his professional dancer can throw at him.

Deborah Meaden at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

All smiles, Deborah Meaden displayed a cheesey grin that we're somewhat unfamilar with on this former Dragon.

Bruno Tonioli at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

It's a 10 from Bruno - the judge gives a thumbs up to the start of a new series.

Len Goodman at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Though he made it look easy, Len Goodman grabbed his leg in pain after delivering a cheeky high kick for the cameras.

Darcy Bussell at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Fresh from her M&S icons ad campaign, dancer Darcy Bussell  - new to the judging panel last year - showed up in a silver frock fit for the red carpet.

Kristina Rhanoff & Robin Windsor at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Professional dancers Kristina and Robin just couldn't resist a little lift - they make it look so easy!

James & Ola Jordan at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

They may be rivals in the ballroom but professional dance partners James and Ola are in fact happily married - but who are they paired up with this year? We'll have to wait and see.

The professionals at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

The professionals dancers gathered on the stage at the launch party to welcome their new Strictly dance partners.

On stage at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

We can't wait to see this year's show pairings - it's make or break for the celebrities.

Brendan Cole, AllonaVilani, Aljaz Skorjanic at the Strictly Come Dancing Launch Party

Thoroughly relaxed by the situation - these Strictly professionals looked to be enjoying the party ahead another star-studded year.

Abbey Crouch

Wife of footballer Peter Crouch and mum-of-one Abbey Crouch is a surprise addition to the line-up on this year's Strictly. With her long model pins Abbey is expected to set the dance floor alight if not simply a fabulous clothes horse for the incredible Strictly Come Dancing costumes.

Vanessa Feltz

TV star Vanessa Feltz is no stranger to a reality TV show, making her memorable debut on Big Brother in 2001. Whether she can dance or not, we can be sure Vanessa's appearance on the show will be nothing short of controversial.

Rachel Riley

Taking Carol Vorderman's place as Countdown's numerology darling, Rachel Riley has had a whirlwind four years on the primetime gameshow favourite. She's got the beauty and the brains, but has she got the moves?

Sophie Ellis-Bexter

Will it be murder on the dancefloor for former chart topper Sophie Ellis Bexter? Move out of her way, we've got a feeling Sophie's a firm favourite for the girls.

Susannah Reid

We're used to waking up with Susannah Reid with our morning coffee, but this breakfast TV presenter is due to be keeping us entertained on Saturday nights for the coming weeks and we can't wait to see what she's got up her sleeve.

Natalie Gumede

Every Strictly line-up needs a soap star and representing Coronation Street this year is Natalie Gumede who plays Kirsty in the soap. We can't wait to get to know the real Natalie.

Deborah Meaden

Finally an excuse for Deborah Meaden to let her hair down. The former Dragon's Den demon is not fast with her cash but will she be stealthy on the dancefloor?

Fiona Fullerton

A former bond girl is a first for Strictly Come Dancing - is this the start of something new for the show?

Julien Macdonald

Much-loved designer Julien Macdonald is better known for designing dresses than wearing the sequins - no doubt he'll be altering a few of his stage outfits to make them a little more 'fashion, dahling.'

Ashley Taylor Dawson

Erm, does anyone remember when Hollyoaks actor Ashley Taylor Dawson was in '90s pop band allSTARS*? He may be a shock contestant but we remember some of his very choreographed dance moves, which hint we have an early favourite on our hands. 

Ben Cohen

A good physique he certainly has - former rugby star Ben Cohen will certainly be able to support his partner during lifts.

Patrick Robinson

From one primetime show to another, Patrick Robinson is swapping Casualty for Strictly Come Dancing 2013. How do you think he will fare?

Dave Myers

One half of TV duo the Hairy Bikers, Dave Myers is set to clean up for the dance floor and don some very uncharacteristic sequins for this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

Mark Benton

Strictly Come Dancing 2013 might seem like a bit of a walk in the park, having dealt with the children of Waterloo Road in his day job. Will Mark Benton be an old hat at the Strictly Dance moves?

Tony Jacklin

Golfer Tony Jacklin says 'bring it on' to Strictly Come Dancing 2013. He told the Radio Times, 'I'm at the time of my life when I thought why not? I love music and I do think I've got a sense of rhythm. Now it?s very close I just want to get stuck into it.'