Rachel Riley reveals she’s expecting first baby with Strictly’s Pasha Kovalev and shared the news with Countdown conundrum

RACHEL Riley has announced she’s expecting a child with Strictly dancer Pasha Kovalev.

The Countdown presenter humoured fans after sharing a picture of herself in front of the show’s iconic anagram board.

Taking to social media to announce the joyous news, Rachel put: “Pash and I have a conundrum for you… you have til December to work it out!

“We’re over the moon excited!”

Rachel can be seen cradling her baby bump in front of a conundrum which when rearranged reads ‘maternity’.

The wordplay had another hidden meaning as it also spells out ‘R Tiny Mate.’

Rachel met Strictly champion Pasha Kovalev in 2013, when they were paired-up together on the BBC dance competition.

Pasha recently announced that he won’t be returning as a professional dancer on this year’s series of Strictly Come Dancing.

It’s convenient timing as if he was still on the show, his schedule would’ve kept him busy in intense rehearsals throughout Rachel’s last trimester.

Announcing his departure from the show, Pasha said: “After scoring 93 perfect tens, reaching four finals and lift one glitter ball, it’s time for me to find a new challenge and so I’ve decided to make last year – my final season on Strictly.

“I’ve had eight fantastic years, full of wonderful memories thanks to the incredible partners, professionals and myriad of behind the scenes teams who all work to make Strictly the amazing production that it is.

“The biggest thanks go to all the members of the public who’ve supported me so much over these years.

“I look forward to seeing you on the Strictly pr-tour this spring, and for many future adventures to come!”

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