- Dani Dyer fractured her ankle in training just days before the first live show.
- She and professional partner Nikita Kuzmin are “gutted” their journey ended so soon.
- Strictly producers hope to welcome her back to the ballroom in the future.
After a training injury forced her to withdraw from the competition, Dani Dyer has emotionally addressed her early departure from Strictly Come Dancing, describing the experience as “heartbreaking.”
Dani Dyer Opens Up on Her ‘Devastating’ Strictly Departure
In a tearful video posted on Instagram, the Love Island star fought back tears as she told her followers she was “absolutely gutted.” She shared her heartbreak, revealing she had been “having the best time ever” on the show before the injury suddenly cut her journey short.
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The Injury That Ended the Strictly Journey
The injury happened during a rehearsal on Friday when Dani fell and “landed funny.” At first, she thought she had just rolled her foot, but the swelling worsened over the weekend.
An MRI scan on Monday confirmed she had fractured her ankle. Doctors advised that dancing the Quickstep was no longer possible, which forced her to withdraw.
Heartfelt Reactions from the Strictly Family
The show’s executive producer, Sarah James, expressed that everyone was “incredibly sad” and sent best wishes for a “swift recovery,” leaving open the possibility of Dani returning in the future.
Her professional partner, Nikita Kuzmin, shared his sorrow on Instagram, describing their brief partnership as unforgettable and wishing her all the best.
A Second Early Exit for the New Series
Dani’s withdrawal is the second from the new series, following Game of Thrones actor Kristian Nairn’s earlier exit due to medical issues. Kristian was replaced by Emmerdale star Lewis Cope, but it remains unclear if producers will bring in another celebrity to replace Dani.
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Last Updated on September 25, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
