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Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara
Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara
are professional dancers on BBC Strictly Come Dancing.
Last updated 18th July 2018
Aljaz Skorjanec
Winner of Strictly Come Dancing 2013
Hunky male dancer Aljaz from Slovenia is a 19-time Slovenian champion in Ballroom, Latin and Ten dance
Miami born Janette has starred in hit US series So You Think You Can Dance.
In August 2015 Aljaz popped the question and we’re thrilled to say Janette said ‘Yes’. Janette & Aljaz were married in London in July 2017 with celebrations in London, Miami & Slovenia.
On Strictly this year their celebrity partners are;
This year Janette partnered JLS singer Aston Merrygold, bringing such joy to our TV screens with their amazing performances.
Sadly on week 7 of the competition they were eliminated with their Vienesse Waltz – a real shock to all of us who expected this wonderful couple would easily make the final!
Aljaz is thrilled to be partnering Manchester’s KEY 103 Radio presenter, Hollyoaks actress & model Gemma Atkinson.
Together, Aljaz and Janette were previously lead dancers in sensational West End show Burn The Floor.
Learn all about Aljaz & Janette’s amazing dancing career, view photos & videos plus read all their latest news below
Janette & Aljaz chat about Donahey’s 5* Weekend Breaks…
4* Weekend Breaks Starring Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara
Who better to teach you to dance than professional dancers Aljaz and Janette? West End Superstars and sizzling hot Strictly Couple – you can meet the stars, learn their steps and be captivated as they perform a spectacular dance showcase up close & personal.
Fri 8th – Sun 10th Mar 2019
Alton Towers Resort Hotel
Alton, Staffordshire
Join; Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Karen Clifton & Gorka Marquez, Giovanni Pernice & Luba Mushtuk plus British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce.
Friday 5th – Sunday 7th April 2019
Beaumont Estate Hotel
Windsor, Berkshire
Join; Gorka Marquez & Karen Clifton, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Katya & Neil Jones plus British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce.
Fri 15th – Sun 17th June 2019
Beaumont Estate Hotel
Windsor, Berkshire
Join; Reigning Strictly Champion Katya Jones & Neil Jones, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Anton Du Beke & Erin Boag, plus British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce.
Fri 5th – Sun 7th July 2019
Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
Newport, South Wales
Join; Reigning Strictly Champion Katya Jones & Neil Jones, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Anton Du Beke & Erin Boag, Oti Mabuse plus British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce.
Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara’s review of Donahey’s 4* Weekend Breaks
‘What an amazing weekend! Thank you so much for inviting us, we are so happy to be part of your beautiful event. A clear 10 from me!’ Aljaz Skorjanec
‘What a FAB-U-LOUS event to attend. A real feel good weekend, cannot wait to be back’ Janette Manrara
Aljaz Skorjanec – Strictly Come Dancing Champion 2013
Age 27
Married to Janette Manrara
From Slovenia, Aljaz Skorjanec is a 19-time Slovenian champion in Ballroom, Latin and Ten dance, he has successfully represented Slovenia in world Latin and Ballroom Dance championships.
Aljaz Skorjanec’s first series of Strictly Come Dancing saw him lift the trophy with Model and TV Presenter Abbey Clancy.
Aljaz has appeared in the Slovenian version of Strictly Come Dancing and in 2013 was one of the lead dancers in sensational West End show Burn The Floor.
Aljaz’s 2017 celebrity partner is Hollyoaks actress & model Gemma Atkinson. Gemma was Nominated as ‘Best Newcomer’ at the 2016 NTA’s for her role in Emmerdale, and has previously starred in The Bill, Waterloo Road, Casualty and West End production – Calendar Girls!
On joining Strictly Gemma said ‘I have a thick skin and I’m used to the odd bad thing said about me. I’m looking forward to having tips from some of the best people in the industry’
Last year Aljaz partnered model Daisy Lowe all the way to week 8 and in 2015 he partnered Call the Midwife actress Helen George. Previous partners include Abbey Clancy & Alison Hammond.
Find out more about Aljaz’s dancing profile on his official BBC Strictly Come Dancing profile page.
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Janette Manrara – Strictly Come Dancing Pro Dancer 2013 Series
Age 33
Married to Aljaz Skorjanez
Miami born Janette Manrara has starred in hit US series So You Think You Can Dance, and is currently one of the lead dancers in sensational West End show Burn The Floor.
Janette has studied Ballroom, Ballet, Jazz & Hip Hop and is also a principal dancer on Fox’s hit series Glee, as well as the Glee Live Tour.
Janette has worked on the 82nd Annual Academy Awards and danced with Jennifer Lopez on the So You Think You Can Dance season six finale.
Janette’s celebrity partner for 2017 is JLS singer Aston Merrygold. As part of JLS, Aston has sold out arenas, achieved five number one singles and sold over 10 million records worldwide – looks like a fabulous pairing full of energy.
On joining Strictly Aston said ‘There’s some more than qualified Judges at that table and I’m determined to win them over!’
Janette joined the professional dancers on the eleventh series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Last year Janette Partnered KISS FM DJ Melvin Odoom, unfortunately they were first to be knocked out of the competition. In 2015 Janette partnered singer, presenter and reality TV star Peter Andre. Janette Manrara’s first series of Strictly Come Dancing saw her partnering International Fashion Designer Julien Macdonald, in 2014 Janette partnered Eastenders actor Jake Wood.
Find out more about Janette’s dancing profile on her official BBC Strictly Come Dancing profile page.
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