Stefan Dennis Temporarily Steps Away from ‘Strictly Come Dancing‘ Due to Illness
Strictly Come Dancing will be without one of its beloved contestants this weekend. Stefan Dennis has unfortunately had to withdraw from the competition due to an unforeseen illness.
host Tess Daly addressed the news on Saturday’s show, conveying warm wishes for a swift recovery. “Stefan we’re sending you our best wishes and we can’t wait to have you back soon,” she shared with viewers.
Dennis himself assured fans of his return, posting a message on the show’s social media channels. He expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support he and his partner, Dianne Buswell, have received.
“So sorry to disappoint for tomorrow night but I expect to be back on deck with a full recovery and a rip roaring dance next week to make up,” Dennis wrote.
The news prompted an outpouring of support from fellow contestants and personalities from the 2023 series.
Here’s a glimpse of the well-wishes shared:
* Vicky Pattison called Dennis a “legend” and wished him a speedy recovery.
* Karen Carney simply stated, “Get well soon Stefan!”
* Amy Dowden sent “lots of love and well wishes.”
* Nadiya Bychkova and Lauren Oakley also wished him a rapid recovery.
* Nancy Xu posted a message hoping for his swift return.
Dennis and Buswell were preparing to perform a Waltz to ‘It Is You (I Have Loved)’ from the film Shrek during Movie Week. While his absence is a disappointment, the focus now is on his health and a full recovery.
You can rest assured that the ‘Strictly’ family is rallying around Stefan, and we all look forward to seeing him back on the dance floor soon. We wish him a speedy recovery and a triumphant return to the competition.
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