Strictly Come Dancing fans celebrated after a former star reunited with her Strictly dance partner at last night's final. While many were excited by the reunion, some fans also issued a complaint.
02.12.2023 - 21:23 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Strictly Come Dancing fans were a bit distracted by Nigel Harman's appearance during the latest live show as he made an admission. The actor made a surprise appearance on the BBC One show on Saturday night (December 2) after pulling out of the competition just hours before the live show.
Casualty actor Nigel and Katya were expected to perform a Charleston to Step In Time from Disney’s Mary Poppins with his partner Katya in week eleven of the competition - which also happened to be the Musicals special
However, he had to pull out of the show and the rest of the series at the eleventh hour due to an injury. A BBC spokesperson said on Saturday afternoon: "Unfortunately Nigel has sustained an injury which means he is unable to perform in tonight’s show and has had to withdraw from Strictly."
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It was later confirmed the Casualty star has suffered a rib injury, and Nigel confirmed he ended up in A&E as he and Katya made a special appearance on the live show. Nigel was still seen in the pre-recorded introduction for the show, where the remaining celebrities talked about their experience in the competition so far.
And he later appeared on the programme to talk to co-host Claudia Winkelman alongside Katya. "I'm so sorry... I know you're sad but..." Claudia started to say before Nigel instructed: "Don't make me laugh," before putting his hand under his blazer to hold his ribs. After being asked what had happened, he explained he sustained the injury after jumping off stage.
"I was leaping off a rust room and was bout to be caught by some very handsome men and as
Strictly Come Dancing fans celebrated after a former star reunited with her Strictly dance partner at last night's final. While many were excited by the reunion, some fans also issued a complaint.
The finale of Strictly Come Dancing 2023 provided more epic moments for the show's history books but fans think the show 'missed a trick'. The BBC One dance contest's 21st run came to an end on Saturday night (December 16) after another 13 weeks of celebrities and professional dancers performing week in, week out.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left feeling 'sick' as they shared their complaints about an issue spotted before this year's winners were announced. After 13 weeks of dancing and dance-offs, Saturday night (December 16) marked the grand final of the BBC One dance contest.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have said those in the ballroom appeared 'too chilled out' when Ellie Leach's 'life was risked' during the final. The former Coronation Street star made it to the end of the BBC One dance contest on Saturday night (December 16) with pro dance partner Vito Coppola.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have said it's 'not needed' as they made a complaint just seconds into the 2023 final. It was just Ellie Leach, Layton Williams and Bobby Brazier left in the competition as it reached its climax on Saturday night (December 16).
Strictly Come Dancing fans have said someone 'should go to prison' as they complained about the choice of dance for Annabel Croft. The tennis ace made it to the semi-final of the BBC One dance contest on Saturday night (December 9) with dance partner Johannes Radebe.
Katya Jones has shared another 'blow' following her unexpected Strictly Come Dancing exit in a post on social media. The professional dancer was forced to withdraw from the competition just before the quarter-finals after celebrity partner Nigel Harman suffered an injury.
Strictly Come Dancing is nearing its festive climax, but it's still tough for fans to say goodbye to their favourite dancers and celebrities. Especially when the exit is due to injury as opposed to a dance-off and judge's vote.
Strictly Come Dancing fans wasted no time in commenting as they were stunned by Tess Daly's change during the latest results show. The presenter was back on screens on Sunday night (December 3) alongside Claudia Winkleman despite there being no dance-off.
Baffled Strictly Come Dancing fans were left asking 'what's the point' after Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman confirmed details about the usual results show. It was all change this weekend after an unexpected exit from the BBC One dance contest - and not because of the dreaded dance-off.
Some Strictly Come Dancing were united in their 'hate' as they told producers of the show what they 'need' during a bit of a different quarter-final. It was supposed to be crunch time in the ballroom on Saturday night (December 2) with the couples competing for a place in the semi-finals.
Strictly Come Dancing fans fear a 'crime' may take place before the end of the series as they made a complaint on Saturday night (December 2). The BBC One dance contest returned to screens after being thrown into chaos just hours before the quarter-finals.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were in a state of both confusion and euphoria as the show had to make some changes during the quarter-finals. There was chaos before the hit BBC One dance contest returned to screens on Saturday night (December 2) as the show's Musicals special was without one couple.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left saying 'sorry' as they couldn't help but make the same point about Bobby Brazier and Dianne Buswell's latest routine. The pair were back in the ballroom on Saturday night (December 2) for the BBC One dance contest's Musicals week.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left double checking they weren't seeing things as they spotted a very famous face in the audience. The BBC One dance contest returned to screens on Saturday night (December 2) for the all-important quarter-finals.
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have said they are 'devasated' after it was confirmed Nigel Harman has had to withdraw from Strictly Come Dancing. The actor was due to take part in Saturday night's (December 2) quarter-finals alongside professional dance partner Katya Joes right up until the eleventh hour.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have called upon the BBC to cancel this weekend's elimination, after Nigel Harman was forced to withdraw from the competition just hours before the live quarter-finals were due to take place. The 50 year old Casualty star had been looking forward to dancing his way into the next round of the competition with his pro partner Katya Jones, with the couple having pulled out all the stops to perfect their lively Charleston routine set to Step in Time from Mary Poppins. However, during rehearsals Nigel sustained an injury that meant he could no longer safely perform, something which sadly saw him bow out of the contest on medical grounds.
Strictly Come Dancing star Nigel Harman and his professional dance partner Katya Jones won't be performing tonight and have left the show on medical grounds.The dancing duo were expected to perform a Charleston to Step in Time from Disney's Mary Poppins for the exciting live quarter final. A BBC spokesperson said: “Unfortunately Nigel has sustained a rib injury which means he is unable to perform in tonight’s show and has had to withdraw from Strictly.” The show also spoke out on their official Instagram page and said: "Unfortunately, Nigel Harman and Katya Jones have had to withdraw from the competition.
Nigel Harman has dropped out of Strictly Come Dancing just hours before the show is set to go live alongside his partner Katya Jones, the BBC has confirmed.
While the remaining Strictly Come Dancing couples will be hoping to impress this week, they may want to reconsider taking the top spot on the leaderboard. The 2023 run of the BBC One dance contest reaches the quarter-final stages on Saturday night (December 2).