Things were heating up during BBC's Strictly Come Dancing as Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola appeared to almost kiss during their routine on Saturday night.
The fiery couple have been riding high in the competition so far, with former Coronation Street star Ellie showcasing her impeccable moves on the dance floor.
Away from the show, fans have been speculating over their relationship, with many fans commenting on their undeniable chemistry.
But on Saturday night's show, Ellie and Vito set tongues wagging as they got hot and steamy on the dance floor.
Dancing the Argentine Tango to Destiny's Child's Bills Bills Bills, the couple put on a spellbinding performance that ended in a near kiss.
As their performance came to an end, fans headed straight over to X, formerly known as Twitter to share their thoughts. One stunned fan said: "Craig thought it lacked intimacy wow I thought they were gunna kiss twice."
Another said: "Thought they kissed there." While a third asked: "Was that a real kiss?!"
After their racy routine, Ellie and Vito received mixed reviews from the judges with Craig Revel Horwood stating that he thought it lacked "intimacy". But fans were clearly confused by Craig's comment and took to X to defend the pair.
One impressed fan said: "Every week I re-watch Ellie & Vito 's dances over and over… this week shall be no different. What are the judges on…. ALL their dances for the last few weeks have been 40’s. This one made me stop breathing!!"
Ellie has said that Vito is "part of her family" and have had tongues wagging ever since their first dance on the show, with many fans commenting on their undeniable chemistry.
Earlier this month, former contestant Amanda Abbington appeared to confirm the pair were dating when she referred to them as "the most beautiful couple" on Instagram.
Ellie and Vito have yet to confirm or deny they are in a relationship, but now the actress has revealed the dancer has been to her house "several times for tea" and that he loves her mum's cooking. Opening up about their close bond, Vito said: "I love Ellie's family."
Ellie continued to Closer magazine: "You've been round quite a few times for tea after training. We spend so much time rehearsing together, so it's nice that they can get to know him more. He's part of the family."
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