Strictly celeb to be replaced, BBC announce
Actor and DJ Kristian Nairn has withdrawn from the new series of Strictly Come Dancing, for medical reasons.
Actor and DJ Kristian Nairn has withdrawn from the new series of Strictly Come Dancing, for medical reasons.
Kristian Nairn says: “With a heavy heart, I have to step back from this season of Strictly Come Dancing due to unexpected medical reasons. I was truly looking forward to the journey, and I’m deeply sorry to disappoint anyone who was looking forward to seeing me on the dance floor. Thank you all for your support, and I will be back on my feet very soon, in every sense. Love to all, Kristian."
Sarah James, Executive Producer, BBC Studios says: “We’ve absolutely loved getting to know Kristian in this short time, and he has all the makings of a brilliant Strictly Come Dancing contestant. We’re incredibly sorry to lose him from this year’s series and we all wish him a speedy recovery.”
The new celebrity joining Strictly Come Dancing will be announced on The One Show, on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Thursday 21 August from 7pm.