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has revealed she has found it 'difficult to date' and is taking things slow after her split from .
The Come Dancing star, 36, who split from Kai in 2024 after two years together, explained that she wants to meet someone authentically rather than online.
The star shares nine-year-old daughter Mila with her former fiancé, Slovenian footballer Matija Škarabot, but told the Mirror that she would be up for more children in the future
She said: 'In general, nowadays it's difficult to date, and it takes time to get to know a person.
'It doesn't matter if you're on TV or not, whether it's a friendship, a business partner or a relationship or whatever it may be, I'm just taking things slow.'
She went on to explain that she has ruled out dating apps and confessed: 'I don't think they are for me.'
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Nadiya Bychkova, 36, has confessed that she has found it 'difficult to date' and is taking it slow after her split from her Strictly co-star Kai Widdrington
The Strictly Come Dancing star, who split from Kai in 2024 (pictured) after two years together, explained that she wants to meet someone authentically rather than online
While Nadiya said she is finding dating difficult, she has reportedly been growing close to Les Miserables stage actor Ian McIntosh since last year.
The duo are said to have met back in March and attended the Les Miserables 40th Anniversary Gala together in London in October.
And Nadiya did little to quell speculation over the romance as she arrived arm-in-arm with the actor to the Ballet Icons Gala 20th Anniversary at the London Coliseum on Sunday.
Nadiya further appeared to confirm the relationship as she gushed that she was 'enjoying Valentine's weekend with good company'.
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The Ukrainian performer, who has starred in Les Misérables, said of the production: 'It's beautiful to see so much talent, artists and creators for one night on the same stage.
'It's really special to me especially being a professional dancer.'
After the gala, the couple headed to an after party at The Savoy Hotel.
Attending the Les Mis gala together in October, the pair posed for photos on the red carpet as Ian wrapped an arm around Nadiya's waist as they smiled.
While Nadiya said she is finding dating difficult, she has reportedly been growing close to Les Miserables actor Ian McIntosh since last year
Sharing a snap from the event to his Instagram account Ian wrote: 'What a glorious night.'
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The pair were then spotted enjoying a cosy coffee date in London.
A source told The Sun: 'Nadiya and Ian have a couple of mutual friends and were introduced, they hit it off immediately.
'They have attended a couple of red carpet events together and thought people might start noticing their relationship sooner.
'They have loads in common and just have a lot of fun together, it is lovely to see. Everyone is very happy for them.'
Daily Mail contacted both Nadiya and Ian's representatives for comment at the time.
Ian is known for playing Jean Valjean in Les Misérables, as well as Jesus in Tim Sheader's Jesus Christ Superstar
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He was nominated for an Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his portrayal of Barry Mann in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
Kai has also moved on and went Instagram official with his new girlfriend Chloe Wells, nine months after their acrimonious split.
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