Strictly Come Dancing winner Kara Tointon has admitted that she had sworn off men before meeting Artem Chigvintsev.

The former Eastenders actress had decided to take a break from relationships, after her split from actor Joe Swash, but was won over by the professional dancer’s charms on the BBC show.

Speaking on tonight’s Graham Nortoin show Kara explains:

“I wasn’t looking for a relationship.

“I had decided not to date for the next two years.

“I was having a moment out.”

She added:

“I was attracted to Artem because he is a real gentlemen and I haven’t met one of those in a while.

“He’s gorgeous inside and out.”