Maisie Smith poses with lookalike mum as fans brand them ‘stunning’

Maisie Smith was all smiles in a sweet selfie with her mum as she nears the end of her Strictly Ballroom stint – and fans can’t get over how stunning the pair look.

The actress turned dancing sensation, 21, first found fame playing Tiffany Butcher on EastEnders when she was just six, starring in the BBC soap on and off from 2008 until 2018. In October 2021, it was revealed her final scenes would be aired.

In 2019 she participated in the Children In Need 2019: Strictly Come Dancing special, and took home the coveted glitterball trophy. Proving to be a natural on the dance floor, Maisie returned to the dancefloor in 2020 to participate in the full series, bagging herself joint second place.

After becoming somewhat of a dancing sensation, Maisie was signed to the touring theatre show Strictly Ballroom, where she joined Kevin Clifton in the production. The show is based on Baz Luhrmann’s award-winning film phenomenon, with Maisie taking the role of Fran in the show.

With the end of the tour in sight, Maisie’s mum posted a heartwarming tribute to her daughter, gushing: "Such a fab-u-lous night watching Strictly Ballroom Tour with 50 family and friends! Only three shows left now Maisie."

In the photo, Maisie and her mum are matching in leopard print ensembles, with Maisie wearing a white T-shirt and jeans with a beige leopard print coat featuring neon spots. Her mum Julia was seen wearing a blue leopard print dress.

Fans were quick to praise Maisie’s performance in the comments section, with one follower commenting: “She was absolutely the highlight of the show for me on Tuesday! I was in ore of her! that level of talent only comes from exceptional hard work, dedication and discipline!” whilst another agreed: “Maisie is a star!”

Others gushed about how lovely the duo looked, with one fan saying: “Stunning mother daughter”, while another added: “Mother n daughter both look amazing x”.

Maisie’s performance has received high praise, with fans also impressed by the actress’ singing voice.

Maisie had previously revealed she has a passion for singing, and has even released two singles in 2016 and 2017. Her mum Julia is also no stranger to the showbiz world, and works as a talent manager for other celebrities.

Maisie, who is currently dating Max George and recently gushed he was The One, gave her final performance as Fran on March 25, with Coronation Street’s Faye Brookes taking over the role.

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