Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin Showdance to Friend Like Me by Ne-Yo ✨ BBC Strictly 2023 

I think this is one of my all-time favourite showdances, not just because of the extraordinary content and choreography but because of the sheer joy that Layton and Nikita obviously took in performing it. I would definitely go to see a show focused on these two dancing. I never really care who wins as long as there has been great dancing, memorable moments and joy in the series, and these two have brought all of them to the party in abundance - despite having to deal with the opinions of those who I'm not going to elaborate on further because they don't deserve the oxygen of acknowledgement. Thank you Layton and Nikita.

Thank you Layton and Nikita for all the wonderful dances , you made this season so special

How Nikita committed and created, dancing with Ellie last year and how he has showcased Layton this year makes him my strictly winner. Extraordinary partnering.

The best dancer ever on strictly. He doesn’t need a trophy for people to know that.

I have watched Layton and Nikita's progress from the USA as a fan of DWTS. I am shocked and upset that they did not win. The showdance of the other winning team was NOTHING compared to this team. I will say this: thank you Layton and Nikita for all the lovely dances, entertainment, and moments you gave during the season. It was very lovely and appreciated! I don't know what I'm going to watch on YT now!! LOL!

Layton and Nikita were so special because this was a true dance PARTNERSHIP. They complimented each other and brought out the best in each other. They were able to truly dance, perform and emote together and sell every single routine as two people moving together as one. We have never, and likely will never again, see such a well rounded and well matched pairing in Strictly history.

Layton looked like the pro here. Well done! this partnership has been wonderful, they give us a PERFORMANCE every week and I will for sure miss seeing them on the dance floor. the friendship that they formed is so evident and beautiful 🙌🫶

Layton and Nikita have definitely put Strictly Come Dancing on to another level, you both have mesmerised me with your dancing since week 1 the winners in my eyes, can we have a Layton and Nikita show please

Born to dance together, these two, in my opinion. Terrific!

The actual winners of Strictly!

They became famous Internationally.. Love from India ❤

I’m 51 and this GORGEOUS young man has awakened my inner fem. It was there in the 70’s but I kept it quiet. There was this secret beauty fem I kept quiet

Take a bow Layton Willims and Nikita Kuzmin two lovely humans who have brought pure joy into our living rooms every Saturday night with your incredible dance routines. Your friendship and affection for each other is truly heartwarming.Continue to shine brightly in whatever you do. Bravo and thank you

I really love their showdance - they dance so well together and I love Nikita's choreography. Amazing Layton and Nikita!❤❤

Layton and Nikita you were always my winners ❤ Love you so much ❤

I literally cannot take my eyes off Layton. He is magical❤❤❤❤❤❤

These two are beyond extraordinary. I have no words. It was brilliant!! They never disappoint. I only watched them and each and every time I was completely captivated, and I don't watch dance shows.

Watching Nikita dance is amazingggg, thank you guys for such an artistic season!!!!

Layton, you are created for the stage! This Strictly will be remembered because of you. Nikita is also very handsome, talented and sweet friend for you. ❤️

Clear narrative, story telling, a true partnership. Considered choreo. Top notch on every level. It wasn't try too hard to impress it was just them having fun and playing to Layton's strengths

that little bit of vogueing at 1:26, it was so much. loved this choreo letting layton shine but also showing their wonderful friendship so well ❤

My favourite partnership that has ever been in the show and I think ever will be. Spellbinding ❤

Forever my winners 🌟🌟🫶🏼 Duo tour needed Love you two so much

Never seen a Strictly show dance like this before. Wow! So special. Love both these dancers. My winners this year (hands down). Holding my breath for their own show in the West End...

Love Layton and Nikita!!! I know you both are more deserving! Layton, you are already a STAR! Nikita, you never cease to impress me with your choreography! You both shine on that dance floor! Love from NY, USA

Absolutely, This is hands down my favourite performance. This performance with many others was a winner performance!

layton and nikita have been pure magic all season and this showdance is without a doubt one of the best that i have ever seen on strictly! it’s just pure joy and celebration and it sums them up so perfectly. they may not have won but they’re leaving with the most beautiful friendship and i am just so proud of them.

Robbed is an understatement! Clearly the best contestant strictly ever had...This is what happens when you let the final decision be decided by the UK public..😂 Layton & Nikita, you are and will always be FABULOUS ❤❤

The real winners, right here!! You're absolutely amazing Layton, and together with Nikita, you've delivered magic, every single week! ❤❤❤

Well done Layton🎉. Love the choreography Nikita💫

How am I going to get myself out of the habit of coming to RU-vid to repeatedly watch the new routines by these two? I've become addicted to Layton and Nikita, and the withdrawal symptoms will hit me hard. Can't imagine what it's like for them to disband their partnership.

My favorite dancers. All the way from Cape Town, South Africa

My babies I wanted them to win so bad😭 But at the end of the day a trophy is just a shiny rock, the hearts they won along the way are much more valuable. You can tell they gave everything they had to this. Nikita looked so jittery actually, two mistakes with the hat! I think he really wanted to perform well for Layton. That Argentine Tango ending killed me, when they first did it they held the poses so intensely but this one Nikita breaks instantly and goes for a hug. Congratulations boys, you made magic happen. I cannot wait for the tour shenanigans!!❤

Pure joy watching him dance!!

Just so amazing!! Thank you Layton and Nikita for such wonderful, wonderful performances this year!! You've been amazing and you might not have picked up the glitter ball but you picked up alot of hearts and minds along the way! xx

Layton and Nikita, thank you for the joy you brought to my Saturday nights and the fantastic dance routines. I also loved watching your friendship grow. Representation is everything and you did 💯. You both shined and will continue to shine. Nikita, I loved the way you looked after and was very protective towards Layton with the hate and negativity that came his way, and letting him be his authentic self with your choreography. Amazing partnership, you're my winners hand down. See you on the tour, just got my ticket. ❤❤❤❤

Oh it's just fabulous ❤❤❤❤❤❤ pure showbiz, the JOY!!! Bravo lads, you beautiful pair, congrats on a wonderful season and partnership xxx

So charmed by this! It's sort of like a love letter to each other!! So fun to watch. This is my favourite by Lakita!! 10/10.

Incredible partnership, dancing and entertainment. Can't stop watching all your dances. Thank you thank you thank you. Love you love you love you!!!! Layton, you are outstanding ... as a dancer, entertainer and person.

What a pairing!! I knew they had something special from day 1!! Ive watched their friendship grow and its stronger than ever. This dance was just about them two, to show each other of and how pleased they are of finding each other!!! Layton might not of won, but he came way with Nikita who will be in his life forever!! They are bros now!!! plus im glad they are working together doing projects. Their love for one another shows through their dancing. Love them both ❤️😍😍❤️

You could see that Layton and Nikita knew they weren't going to win from all the negative bs so they decided to dance for themselves, their true fans and Layton's family. I've thoroughly enjoyed watching all of their dances and wish them well for the future.

Layton was the best 🎉

Would have been not so exciting without these two, let's be very honest ❤

An absolute star 🌟 We always knew he wouldn’t win… we all know the reasons why, let’s not pretend otherwise (I’m not going to argue with folks in the comments)… but he is a huge talent and I hope his career takes off after this. Definitely one of, if not THE, best dancer Strictly has ever had 🎉🎉

Amazing!! They should have won 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

They were the best dancers!!!

Nobody will ever be as good as ‘Layton ‘ on Strictly 😊

Score - *10/10* I think Friend Like Me sums it up completely, personally my favourite Showdance of all 3, pure class and I expected nothign less, brilliant to see so many different styles, jazz, vogue, contemporary, American smooth, tap and Charleston all in a beautiful flow with such strong musicality and wow factor added with some gymnastics too, it was absolutely knockout it had everything I love in it. This just summed up their partnership beautifully and secured even more reason of why they are my winners 🥺 absolutely phenomenal pure Layton & Nikita all in one it was absolutely pure Hollywood and magic just fabulous, everything I was wanting from these stars ⭐

Watching from New Zealand; every week I waited to see Nikita and Layton's dances. The finals dances were amazing; I'm not even going to watch Ellie and Vito knowing they won.

that show dance was brilliant, you should have won you were the best

besides the tango and quickstep this definitely one of my favorite dances they’ve done

This was everything I was hoping for. Absolutely fantastic.

There will never be another pair like them

Trophy worthy performance 🎉🎉🎉👍👍👍👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️

Brilliant, Layton and Nikita 💯👏❤❤ Definitely brought the X factor Robbed,every dance was incredible.🥰 🎉

Fantastic

Layton won the glitterball from day 1.

My winners. Absolutely outstanding.

This partnership has been absolutely magical and provided so much joy every week. Nothing to touch it. I doubt Strictly will ever top this. Thank you to both of you for the entertainment.

Thank you both for your magic. A world-class remarkable dance partnership which will shine forever on youtube. Bravo! 💞🌟

If they were performing at the West End I'd be there 😊

I love how they both showcased each other throughout the series. Layton’s ability let Nikita push himself to create intoxicating, creative and daring routines that never failed to enthral the audience. Meanwhile, you could see in the final that Layton was no longer doing his own thing when dancing with Nikita, but perfectly in sync on tone, character and style. He is a stronger performer because of Nikita!

A spellbinding Showdance that really was utterly captivating and a true pleasure to watch. Well done to you both👏👏👏👏👏

Can't stop watching them❤❤💯👏

This was outstanding!!!!!! Definitely a 10 from me!

Absolutely exceptional! Truly unbelievable!

This was the best showdance in years, and they were absolutely robbed.

Brilliant 💯👏♥️♥️Loved it, they really suited this dance

Loved watching Layton dance 🎉

I don't care if they were ‘out of synch’ (which I still refuse to believe) or that Nikita dropped the hat at the end, this dance was absolute PERFECTION❤❤

Marvellous! Layton and Nikita are a beautiful winning partnership for sure. Our boys did it! And they needed the entire season on the AT

they should get Emmy Awards for this dance.

Ultimate aesthetic bliss! I wouldn't be surprised if this dance was choreographed by Layton. Kudos to Nikita for showcasing his celebrity partner's amazing talent and extraordinary versatility. They are winners in my book.

Wow,just wow. Always been the winners for me .

Before you comment anything negative remember that the show is over and you have an opportunity to show the world that you have better things to do with your life then whine about a stranger on a fun dance show ❤

My winners😢 the partnership!!!

Hh tbh Nikita dropping the hat worked- emphasised the charisma in their relationship- loved that it was right at the end

Can't believe he never won!!?? 😢🎉❤

And this performance here is the strongest most compelling reason why he had no no no chance of winning....tooooo good, magnificent dance! But I'm glad Ellie won in the end ❤

Layton and Nikita

The winner will be forgotten very quickly but Layton’s career will just take off.

Real winners!

WOWZA!!!! That's Entertainment SIZZLE!!!!

WOW WOW WOW this is once again a show dance that I will never forget! Layton & Nikita are my number 1 🎉 and Ellie & Vito my number 2 🎉 and Bobby & Dianne my number 3 🎉 Despite everything, congratulations to Ellie & Vito. Layton & Nikita gave me the best there is every episode. I love them ❤❤

An amazing partnership ❤ amazing routine, my winners 🏆💖

Literally where did they go out of sync I can’t believe Craig didn’t give this a ten that’s outrageous

❤❤❤ these guys deserve the award

""""No words.....✨✨👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💪🏼💖💪🏽✨✨✨Just ♥️!!!!!!!""

I’m from the us and Layton and Nikita are my favorite of both dwts and strictly. I hate that they didn’t win! They absolutely deserved to win!

The best dance of the night loved it

They are my winners ❤

our scores: me: 10 diya: 10 kelsey: 10 owen: 10 40/40 definitely the dance of the night to me. this was a SHOWSTOPPER, its everything i want in a showdance and more. i’m so proud of these two.

Perfection

brilliant dancing and the choreography was amazing fantastic

He was soo far the best dancer he should have won xxx

Tank you for all your great dances ❤

Robbed you are fantastic well done

Amazing 💯

Amazing performance 👏

10s across the board 😍😍😍