Dianne Buswell breaks silence as star apologises for pulling out on medical orders

Strictly Come Dancing's It Takes Two host Janette Manrara halted the BBC spin-off show as she issued a "breaking news" announcement. The presenter, 41, shared the news with viewers that one show contestant would not be appearing on the main show at the weekend. The former professional dancer revealed show contestant Stefan Dennis, 66, who is partnered with pregnant star Dianne Buswell, 36, had been advised to rest and would not be taking to the dancefloor on Saturday night.

The BBC host began: "But first some breaking news. Due to illness, over the past few days Stefan Dennis has been advised by doctors to rest and, as a result, he will not dance this weekend. In line with the rules of Strictly, Stefan and Dianne will receive a bye through to next week when they will hopefully be able to dance again." Janette added: "Stefan we are sending you our best wishes and we can't wait to have you back soon." Dianne has since taken to social media and broken her silence on her dance partner's shock absence.

Sharing the official BBC statement via her Instagram Stories, Dianne included her own personal message.

It read: "Sending Aussie love to the wonderful @stefandennis7 you are such a trooper and I know how much you wanted to dance [crying emoji]. Hopefully we will be back in full force next week."

Stefan has since spoken out following the announcement telling fans on social media: "A huge cheers and thanks to everyone who has been supporting myself and Dianne. So sorry to disappoint for tomorrow night but I expect to be back on deck with a full recovery and a rip roaring dance next week to make up."

No details about Stefan's illness have been released but the dancing duo are expected to return to the dancefloor for next week's show.

Strictly stars and fans alike have since flocked to social media and offered their well wishes to the Neighbours acting legend.

Claudia Winkleman shared three heart emojis while show judge Motsi Mabuse wrote: "Get well soon."

Amy Dowden penned: "Sending lots of love and well wishes."

Vicky Pattison shared: "We'll miss you this weekend Stef! Feel better soon you legend."

One fan wrote: "Get well soon!" While another added: "Rest up legend."

Strictly Come Dancing airs Saturday night on BBC One at 6.10pm