Strictly's Adam Thomas 'running on empty' amid health concerns after training

Adam Thomas has shared how he was left in tears when Luba Mushtuk revealed their next dance on Strictly Come Dancing. The Waterloo Road actor was left fighting tears over the weekend following his second performance on the BBC One dance contest.

Ellie Leach has opened up about her battle with self-confidence, something which has always struggled with in the past.The soap star, 22, is currently appearing on Strictly Come Dancing and is using the show to help boost her confidence, something which has deteriorated more since learning that her former boyfriend of five years, Reagan Pettman, had cheated on her earlier this year. Known best for playing the role of Faye Windass in Coronation Street, Ellie admits she isn't exactly as she appears on screen.

Adam Thomas became teary-eyed on Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday after the judges criticised his performance on the BBC One show.The ex-Emmerdale star, 35, performed a Tango to The Killers' Somebody Told Me with partner Luba Mushtuk during the second live show of the series. While the judges praised his acting skills and the 'character' he portrayed on the dance floor, they criticised his footwork and technique.

Adam Thomas is clearly getting into the Strictly Come Dancing spirit as after his first set of rehearsals saw him wishing to get back home. This week he's keen to get back into training after being forced to miss a session before his second performance of the competition.

Strictly Come Dancing fan super sleuths believe they have already worked out who will be leaving this year's series of the show after just one first live show - and it's not who you might expect. As the 15 core contestants took to the dancefloor for their first dances, detective fans are convinced they've 'worked out' who will be voted off first.The show on Saturday got off to a flying start with incredible debut performances all around including Nigel Harman's powerful Paso Doble which rightfully topped the leaderboard. Proving how highly talented this year's group is, the leaderboard then proceeded to have four celebrities in joint second place with Bobby Brazier, Layton Williams, Ellie Leach and Amanda Abbington all scoring a high 29 points each.

It looks like Strictly saved the best until last as Casualty's Nigel Harman topped the Strictly leaderboard with Bobby Brazier, Ellie Leach and Layton Williams close behind. Strictly Come Dancing kicked off with a bang on Saturday night, 23 September, as 15 brand new celebs prepared to battle it out on the dancefloor for the first time in the series.The show opened with a dramatic performance by the professional dancers performing at a scenic, coastal viewpoint before the scene moved to the Strictly dance floor where the rest of the professionals joined the performance.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have praised Craig Revel-Horwood for this "honest" scoring and critiques following the first live show of the 2023 series, which aired on Saturday 23 September. Craig, Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke are back on the judging panel for another year of Strictly.The celebrity line-up includes the likes of Adam Thomas, Bobby Brazier, Ellie Leach and Angela Scanlon. The judges' scores during Saturday's show appeared to divide viewers, with many surprisingly supporting Craig, who is regularly criticised for his harsh comments and low scores.

Adam Thomas has seen his odds of winning Strictly Come Dancing dramatically plummet, just as viewers enjoy the first live show of the 2023 series.The ex-Emmerdale actor, 35, took to the iconic Strictly dance floor on Saturday night alongside professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk for the first time, but it looks like he really needs to impress viewers at home if he wants to bag the Glitterball trophy. In odds provided by William Hill to the Express, Adam and Luba's odds of winning the show have dropped, along with Zara McDermott, whose chances of being crowned the winner have also been slashed.

Adam Thomas is set to light up the ballroom with his infectious smile this weekend but there's a hidden pain behind his trademark giggle which he revealed not long after he was announced as one of the 15 celebrities taking part in this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

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.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has been flooded with support after sharing the emotional moment she shaved her head. The talented dancer has been candidly sharing her journey after being diagnosed with stage three breast cancer.

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.