Lilia Andreyevna Kopylova is a Russian professional dancer.
12 Facts About Lilia Kopylova
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In 1994, Lilia Kopylova represented Russia in the International dance championships in Denmark.
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In November 2005, Bennett and Lilia Kopylova won the British Championships for Professional Latin, coming first in all five dances.
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Bennett and Lilia Kopylova eventually triumphed, again winning all five dances to retain the title.
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In February 2008, Bennett and Lilia Kopylova were winners of the Carl Alan Award for Ballroom, Latin and Sequence - a prestigious title described by the IDTA as 'the Oscars of the world of dance'.
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Bennett and Lilia Kopylova are part of the team behind the "Essentially Dance", a scheme for British children to learn ballroom and Latin American dance, in a bid to tackle childhood obesity and promote social skills.
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Lilia Kopylova won the 2005 series, partnered with Darren Gough, who was the first male celebrity to win the title.
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Lilia Kopylova participated in the fourth series of the show partnered by Matt Dawson a former England Rugby Union scrum half.
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Lilia Kopylova was reunited with her Series Three partner Darren Gough for the 2007 Christmas Special, in which they received another perfect score for their American Smooth, and won the competition.
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In January and February 2008, Lilia Kopylova competed in the live tour of Strictly Come Dancing, again dancing with her Series Three partner Darren Gough.
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Lilia Kopylova was knocked out in week five of the sixth series, paired with actor Don Warrington.
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Lilia Kopylova is the head of the judging panel on the Turkish version Yok Boyle Dans.