STRICTLY Come Dancing pro Dianne Buswell made a sweet reference to her unborn baby on Saturday’s first live show.
The Aussie, who is paired with legend , took to the Strictly dancefloor for the first time since she clapped back at trolls who said her decision to dance while expecting
Strictly Dianne Buswell gave a sweet nod to her unborn baby live on the BBC series
She joked how she was wearing blue after she and partner Joe Sugg announced they were expecting a little boy
Dianne has clapped back at fan fears over her inclusion on this year’s series
, 36, with YouTube star boyfriend and former partner , 34, in a sweet video uploaded earlier this month.
It came after to mask her happy news yet she has been for her wellbeing.
Now the red-head, who performed a Foxtrot to the Neighbours theme tune with her soap star partner, has made a sweet reference to her unborn tot.
Following the pair’s first live dance, Strictly host Tess Daly told her: “Dianne, we can not let you leave the floor without saying congratulations.”
Dianne, who has previously let slip the pair are expecting a baby boy, replied: “Thank you so much!
“That’s why we’re in blue tonight.”
Making clear her remark was in jest she added: “Not really, but lets pretend!”
As the pair headed upstairs to get their results for their routine, Tess’ fellow host Claudia Winkleman then threw a bridal shower for the star.
The couple then scored one of the better scores of the night with 22
CLAP BACK
Dianne has been cleared by doctors to compete in the BBC series.
Yet recently she shared a shocking message on Instagram from a viewer who said they wanted her off the show.
The message said: “I don’t want to see her dance being pregnant, it’s already feeling uncomfortable and she’s only starting to show. It’s really not appropriate.”
Shocked by the remark, Strictly favourite hit back: “I can’t believe in 2025 things like this are still being said.”
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- will be showing off his dance moves on this year’s show.
- has signed up.
- .
- pulled out with injury and has been replaced by Love Island winner Amber Davies.
- is the first drag star to join the main series
- became the first contestant with to take part.
- is swapping the boardroom for ballroom dancing
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- Emmerdale actor was announced as the last contestant.
- Game of Thrones star pulled out of the show before the launch date over medical reasons.
But while one troll tried to bring her down, another fan rushed to lift her up.
The flame-haired dancer proudly reposted a heartfelt message from a supporter who praised her for inspiring millions.
The positive message said: “Her dancing pregnant in Strictly this year is nothing short of beautiful and magical.
“Women’s bodies are INCREDIBLE… this will show those who believe women should hide away when carrying a baby that they’re capable of so much more. You’re inspirational and incredible.”
Dianne, who won Strictly last year with , is said to be eyeing up a spot in the final again this year.
An insider has insisted that Dianne is fully aware of the limitations she may have and is ready to take on the challenge.
, they told The Sun: “Diane would never have turned down Strictly.
“She is making history as the first pregnant star to dance on the show.
“She’s full of enthusiasm and raring to go.
“She’s been giving it her all in rehearsals and is very aware of what she can and can’t do.
“Like the true pro she is, she knows where her limitations will be when it comes to lifts and more complex moves.
“She’s an incredibly active person and it’s important for her to stay fit and exercise throughout this pregnancy, if Dianne wasn’t on the show, she’d still be dancing late into her pregnancy.”
Dianne and Stefan scored an impressive 22 with their Foxtrot
Dianne recently clapped back at a fan who suggested her dancing while pregnant made them feel ‘uncomfortable’
The couple met on Strictly when Joe was paired with Dianne 
