Kym Marsh has remained silent on her missing Strictly tonight after it was revealed that she would not be performing this evening/
The former Coronation Street star, who is partnered with pro dancer Graziano Di Prima on the BBC show, has been forced to pull out of tonight's show after contracting Covid-19.
A Strictly spokesperson said on Tuesday: " Kym Marsh has tested positive for Covid-19.
"As a result, Kym and Graziano will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. Strictly Come Dancing protocols mean that all being well, they will return the following week."
However, fans have been left divided over the decision to give Kym and Graziano a free pass so close to the end of the series.
Some have argued that while they hope Kym is feeling better soon, they feel it's unfair she and Graziano are automatically put through to the next round.
Others have suggested Strictly could cancel this week's scheduled elimination and instead have a double elimination next week when Kym is fit enough to compete.
But many fans of the show have pointed out how Kym was already very likely to make it through to the quarter-final, thanks to her past performances and the comments she has received from the judges.
Kym and Graziano danced the Paso Doble to a mash-up of Only Girl (In The World) by Rihanna and We Found Love by Calvin Harris featuring Rihanna last week as the show returned to Blackpool.
The dancing duo impressed during the show and landed a score of 33.
Head judge Shirley Ballas shared of their routine: "I feel like you are in warrior mode. You are here and you are fighting. What I loved, it was so powerful but yet you still kept the femininity," whilst Motsi Mabuse praised Kym's control and energy."
