Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez has had to pull out of a number of live shows after sustaining an injury.
A "Strictly Presents" tour begins later this month, with the shows billed as a way to "give audiences a chance to go behind the glitterball and into the wonderful sparkly world of Strictly, with the celebrities and professional dancers giving a unique insight into the smash hit TV show via stunning choreography and fascinating storytelling."
The shows will feature some of the Strictly pro dancers, as well as those who have competed alongside them on the programme in recent years.
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Sadly, Gorka sustained an injury during the recent tour of Strictly The Professionals. Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, he explained why he can no longer perform in the upcoming tour.
He said: "I am so sad to announce that, following medical advice, I have to withdraw from the 'Strictly Presents' tour. During the 'Strictly Professionals' tour I suffered an injury that, with treatment and care, let me carry on through the last few weeks of the tour.
"Unfortunately last week I had a flare up of my injury causing me a lot of pain and problems, even to walk. Following the advice from doctors and physios, I have had to stop my involvement in this new tour.
"I am very sad not to be able to perform and dance again with @maisiesmithofficial (and the rest of the cast!) but I know the show will be amazing and the audience will be in for a real treat. Now it is time to rest and rehab so I can be ready for Strictly 2022.
"All the love and keep dancing!!!!"
Fellow Strictly pros rushed to wish Gorka well in the comments section. Grazino Di Prima said: "Get well soon bro!!", while Diane Buswell said: "Love ya bro xxx take care of ya self". [sic]
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