Nadiya Bychkova Supports Tess Daly in Stunning Bikini

showed her support for her former Come Dancing co-star , as she modelled a bikini from her swimwear brand.

The axed Strictly star, 36, took to her Instagram to share a slew of jaw-dropping snaps on a sun-soaked holiday, flaunting her incredible figure in a blue two-piece.

Captioning the sensational throwback shots, Nadiya lamented the UK's lack of balmy weather, writing: 'Manifesting sunshine because GB forgot it's May'.

While she took to her Story to reveal to her followers where to get her stylish bikini, tagging it as being from Tess' brand Naia Beach. 

The former Strictly host, 57, and her long-term friend Gayle Lawton launched Naia Beach back in 2021 and last year were awarded the 'Best New Brand of the Year' award at the Drapers Independents Awards 2024.

Tess and Nadiya grew a close bond while working together on Strictly, with Tess recently showing her own support for the Ukrainian dancer, after she confirmed she was not returning to Strictly amid a brutal cast cull. 

After nine years on the show, partnering with celebrities including Dan Walker and Davood Ghadami, Nadiya shared the news of her exit on Instagram in March as she voiced her gratitude for everyone who had supported her.

'After nine wonderful years, this part of my journey with Strictly Come Dancing is evolving,' she penned.

'There is something truly special about being part of a programme that plays such a big part in so many people’s lives, and I want to thank all those who have sent beautiful messages over the last few weeks and those who have voted, shouted, supported, celebrated and cheered during every series.

'Strictly has allowed me to discover new sides of myself, develop new skills, and evolve as an artist in ways I will always be grateful for.

'This isn’t the end... I look forward to being part of the Strictly world for many years to come in ways I am beginning to explore.'

As she was flooded with supportive messages from her followers, Tess led the gushing comments, writing: 'Love you to bits. Beautiful inside and out.'

In a statement confirming Nadiya's exit, the BBC said: 'We would like to say a huge thank you to Nadiya Bychkova for her incredible contribution to Strictly Come Dancing. 

'Since joining the show nine years ago, Nadiya has brought elegance, artistry and unwavering dedication to the ballroom, and she will always remain a cherished member of the Strictly family.

'Over the years, Nadiya has delivered countless memorable performances, showcasing not only her exceptional talents as a dancer and choreographer but also her brilliance as a teacher to all her celebrity partners.

'A consummate professional, Nadiya embodies the very best of what Strictly stands for. We are deeply grateful for everything she has given to the show and wish her every success for the future.'

Nadiya was just one of a slew of professionals to be given the boot this year, joining , 43, Michelle Tsiakkas, 30, , 36, and Gorka Marquez, 35.

The dancers that will be back in the ballroom later this year include Dianne Buswell, Amy Dowden, , Aljaž Škorjanec, Alexis Warr and Vito Coppola.

Also set to return are Nancy Xu, Katya Jones, Julian Caillon, Neil Jones, , Jowita Przystał,  and .

Bosses have revealed that there will be brand new professional dancers joining the line-up in 2026, while judges , Motsi Mabuse, and Head Judge  are also set to return.

While the announcement of the new hosts of the flagship BBC show is expected any day now, on the back of months of relentless speculation about Claudia Winkleman and Tess' replacements.

According to reports, Emma Willis, 50, is set to get one of the presenting roles, after she was said to have sailed through the auditions and nailed the chemistry tests. 

She is well versed in Saturday night telly having raised viewing figures on The Voice UK by two million when she took over from Holly Willoughby in 2014.

While she's also honed her live presenting skills on reality telly juggernaut Big Brother and via her stand-in stints on This Morning.

Crucially, Emma appeals to the younger demographic which Strictly has been desperate to tap into for years, boasting two million Instagram followers, thanks in part to presenting the likes of Netflix's Love Is Blind UK and also her 

Previous frontrunner  broke the news last week that she had lost out on the coveted job, admitting that she is 'working through the seven stages of grief and rejection'. 

Other names thrown into the mix to take over include Rylan Clark, Alison Hammond, Tom Allen and Alex Jones.