Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe is said to have been ‘distraught’ after his exit from the competition just before the final while dance partner Annabel ‘knew it was the end of the line’.
25.11.2023 - 17:51 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe has paid a gushing tribute to his celebrity dance partner Annabel Croft as they battle it out to stay in the competition.
Just six celebrities remain in the running for the Glitterball trophy as Strictly returns to BBC One tonight. Annabel and Johannes will be dancing the Paso Doble to the song España Cañi by Trad.
Ahead of tonight's live show Johannes posted a series of photos alongside a sweet message to his partner, saying he was 'so incredibly proud' of her journey. In one photo, the pair smiled as they strolled along arm in arm enjoying some chips in Blackpool, wearing matching novelty sunglasses.
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Johannes told Annabel, 57, she dances "so beautifully" and brings "such strength and joy" to the show. "It has been wonderful to see you grow and I am so incredibly proud of you for everything you have achieved," he told her.
He thanked Annabel for being his "leading lady" and sharing a "truly special adventure" with him, adding: "I now hold a dancer in my arms. Keep going darling Annabel."
Annabel replied to her dance partner, saying: "Words are inadequate to describe how special this experience has been with you - I witness a genius on the floor every time we dance together and you are the most incredible teacher - thank you for making me laugh every day and bringing joy to my life."
It comes after Annabel opened up about losing her husband in a recent interview, saying she felt as though the show had given her "purpose" during a very difficult time.
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