'I'm struggling in pain' says Strictly's Adam Thomas as he shares shirtless snap

Adam Thomas may have been having the instructions given to him this week as he trained for his first performance on Strictly Come Dancing but the Waterloo Road star ended up having an instruction for his dance partner. Adam and Luba Mushtuk will be seen properly in the ballroom for the first time on Saturday night (September 23).

Adam Thomas wasted no time in shutting down Naga Muchetty when she hinted at his chances on Strictly Come Dancing. The actor appeared on BBC Breakfast on Thursday (September 21) alongside his dance partner Luba Mushtuk as they prepare for their first live performance.

Celebrity Strictly Come Dancing contestant Adam Thomas was seen sporting an uncomfortable-looking wrist support as he showed up to rehearsals for the Saturday's first live show.The 35-year-old Waterloo Road actor opened up recently about his struggle with Rheumatoid Arthritis, revealing the pain has sometimes left him unable to get out of bed. Arriving at a dance rehearsal studio in Manchester on Wednesday, 20 September, to meet his pro partner Luba Mushtuk, the former Emmerdale star appeared to be struggling with his wrist support. Speaking about his recent diagnosis, Ryan said it came as a complete shock to him and his wife of six years, Caroline.

Strictly Come Dancing star Luba Mushtuk is clearly happy with having Adam Thomas as her dance partner as she shared a sweet message on social media about the Waterloo Road star. The actor was seen over the weekend during the BBC One dance contest's launch show as he and viewers discovered his pro partner for the first time.

Sam Thompson has said he is "so proud" of his girlfriend Zara McDermott following her Strictly Come Dancing debut on Saturday. The former Made in Chelsea star, 31, took to his Instagram Stories to share his excitement with fans as the launch show for the 2023 series aired, featuring ex-Love Islander Zara, 26, who will be competing for the Glitterball trophy. Sam, who has been dating Zara since May 2019, hosted a viewing party at his home and cheered his girlfriend on, as it was revealed that she's been partnered with Graziano Di Prima.

Waterloo Road star Adam Thomas starts his Strictly Come Dancing journey on screen this weekend. But his very first attempt at a dance routine came back in 2015 - when the MEN was there to capture every brilliant move.

Adam Thomas has candidly opened up about being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis ahead of his Strictly Come Dancing stint. The ex-Emmerdale actor, 35, is set to take to the dance floor on this year's series of the BBC One show alongside the likes of Bobby Brazier, Angela Scanlon, Ellie Leach and Les Dennis. Dad-of-two Adam's hectic schedule with dance training and filming the new series of Waterloo Road has proven difficult to manage, along with his rheumatoid arthritis, which he was diagnosed with earlier this year.

Waterloo Road star Adam Thomas has opened up on why he's decided to take part in Strictly Come Dancing this year, as the actor admitted he's keen to "get fit" again. Adam, 35, who is also known for starring on Emmerdale as the fan-favourite character Adam Barton, is sure to shoot to the top as one of the best-liked celebrities during this year's competition. Explaining that it's "one of those shows" he's want to do "as far back" as he can remember, Adam also said he's keen to learn something new and really "test" himself, as he hopefully tones up in the process.

Adam Thomas is gearing up to compete in this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing - and he's opened up about how he expects the show to put him through his paces. The 35-year-old is among the 15 celebrities taking part in the 2023 run of the hit BBC One dance contest and fans will get to see which professional dancers they have been paired with during the launch show this Saturday (September 16) before the competition really begins the following week (Saturday, September 23) with the first live edition.

Adam Thomas has described one of his Strictly Come Dancing co-stars as 'a joy' and likened her to 'a little sister' as they gear up to compete in the 2023 series. The 35-year-old is among the 15 celebrities taking part in the 2023 run of the hit BBC One dance contest and fans will get to see which professional dancers they have been paired with during the launch show this Saturday (September 16) before the competition really begins the following week (Saturday, September 23) with the first live edition.

Strictly Come Dancing star Adam Thomas has shared that he is "running on empty" as he continues training for his upcoming stint on the dance floor.The former Emmerdale actor, 35, was recently diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis but has not let this stop him from taking part in this year's Strictly. However, the training appears to have begun taking its toll, as he shared an update to Instagram, posting a snap of himself in bed with his son Teddy, nine, and daughter Elsie, five, and the family dog.

Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier has admitted what his ultimate 'sex soundtrack' is in the bedroom, revealing that US singer and rapper Erykah Badu is at the top of his playlist.

Adam Thomas is fresh into his Strictly Come Dancing journey but his busy schedule is already taking its toll. As well as signing up for the BBC One dance contest, the actor is also working on another series of Waterloo Road after the school-based drama reboot was commissioned for another two series.

The launch of Strictly Come Dancing 2023 is just around the corner, with the new series set to begin on Saturday 16 September on BBC One. A new set of 15 celebrities are gearing up to take to the dance floor on the hit show, with the likes of EastEnders' Bobby Brazier, Les Dennis, Angela Scanlon and Adam Thomas among the famous faces taking part. With preparations for the new series already well underway, this year's Strictly stars have started to feel the pressure, with many taking to social media to say how tough the strict dance training regime has been.

Strictly Come Dancing star Adam Thomas has admitted he is "crying himself to sleep" after a gruelling first day at training for the upcoming BBC dance competition, having met his professional partner and been chucked in at the deep end.

Layton Williams has said farewell to his BBC role as he prepares to make his debut on Strictly Come Dancing. The 28-year old actor has signed up to star in the 21st series of the popular dance contest in a bid to take home the Glitterball trophy.

Adam Thomas has shared the true extent of his struggles before receiving a 'painful' health diagnosis which he recently shared with fans. The former Emmerdale star is among the 15 celebrities who have signed up to Strictly Come Dancing which starts on Saturday (September 16).

Strictly Come Dancing kicks off in just a matter of days with its launch show this weekend. A star-studded list of 15 famous faces will be taking to the iconic BBC dancefloor in a bid to win the coveted Glitterball trophy.

Adam Thomas has been flooded with support as he shared a major Strictly Come Dancing update. The Waterloo Road actor is just days away from making his debut in the ballroom after signing up to the BBC One dance contest this year.

Former Adam Thomas star following his Rheumatoid Arthritis diagnosis has shared that he was left struggling to walk, following his Rheumatoid Arthritis diagnosis. It comes just weeks before Adam, 35, is set to take to the Strictly Come Dancing dancefloor, with the series launch show airing on Saturday (September 16).