Brian Hopes To Woo Ali

Brian is wearing his heart on his sleeve, and admits that he hopes to go out with Ali when Strictly is over.

He was very complimentary of his partner in The Mirror, saying: "I like a woman who is family-orientated, sweet with morals and values, has a good work ethic, and is tall with pretty eyes, nice butt and nice legs. You think that sounds like Ali? I have asked her out and we haven't had any official dates yet. But who knows, maybe when Strictly is done, she'll be kind enough to accept my offer."

Ali continues to be coy, saying: "We have lots in common including a similar sense of humour. There's definitely chemistry between us but we're still having the fun 'getting to know each other' time. Maybe after Strictly... who knows?"

Sometimes I really feel for Ali. Brian is laying it on the line regularly. If she's not that into the idea, or maybe doesn't want to think about it during the series, she probably cringes at the attention she's getting from the world, not just from Brian.

I've wondered if that might have something to do with her inability to 'let go' at times. Maybe she feel inhibited, or worries tongues will wag if their routines are too saucy.