Strictly Come Dancing stars Chris McCausland and Jamie Borthwick have been battling it out on the dance floor in recent weeks, but it seems they share a connection away from the BBC ballroom

Comedian Chris McCausland and EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick both have a connection to a popular comedy show, long before they started competing against each other on Strictly Come Dancing

Chris McCausland and Jamie Borthwick will both perform a Salsa for Strictly Come Dancing's first-ever Icons Week - but it seems the contestants have something else in common

Comedian Chris McCausland has opened up about his Strictly Come Dancing journey and said he was left convinced he was "destined for doom on national television"

Strictly Come Dancing’s Jamie Borthwick has had to forfeit some precious things in his life to take part in the BBC talent show and manage his day job on EastEnders too

Strictly Come Dancing’s Jamie Borthwick made a blunt statement about his sex life when he was quizzed over what sacrifices he would make for his appearance in the BBC talent show

Strictly Come Dancing star Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas have been fan-favourites since the series began

Strictly Come Dancing star Chris McCausland, who is partnered with Dianne Buswell, has been impressing fans and judges alike with his moves - but it's not the first time he's appeared on TV

Comedian Chris McCausland has opened up about his time on Strictly Come Dancing and admitted that he has been struggling with the pressure of the live shows