Professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin recently released a statement in response to the announcement that his celebrity partner Dani Dyer had to withdraw from this season of Strictly Come Dancing due to an injury sustained during rehearsals. Dani made the decision to leave the show earlier this week.
Following an injury during rehearsals, it was confirmed that Love Island winner Dani, 29, would no longer be participating in the BBC dance competition. Expressing her disappointment with the situation, Dani’s departure came just days before the first live show of the new series, which premiered on Saturday.
The premiere episode of the latest series revealed the pairings, including Dani and Nikita, 27. Upon meeting her dance partner, Dani expressed her excitement, saying, “I’m so happy. I literally am in shock.”
In response to Dani’s withdrawal from Strictly, Nikita posted a statement along with behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram, expressing his disappointment at ending their journey prematurely. He emphasized the fun and laughter they shared in the brief time together and wished Dani well in her recovery.
The BBC announced Dani’s exit from Strictly after she fractured her ankle in rehearsals. Dani shared her feelings of heartbreak over not being able to dance with Nikita but pledged her support for the other contestants.
Executive producer Sarah James conveyed sadness over Dani’s departure, praising her passion and partnership with Nikita. She extended well wishes for Dani’s swift recovery and expressed hope for her return to the show in the future.
The news generated reactions on social media, with colleagues and fellow Strictly personalities sending messages of support and encouragement to Dani and Nikita. The new season of Strictly Come Dancing continues with live shows on Saturday evenings on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
