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Nottingham Post
Nottingham Post
Entertainment
Olivia Wheeler

Strictly Come Dancing star reported to be leaving BBC One show after seven years

He's been a favourite with viewers for the last seven years but reports now suggest that a much-loved professional dancer on the hit BBC One show is set to to leave. Gorka Marquez was most recently partnered with TV presenter Helen Skelton, with the duo missing out on the trophy in last week's final.

The 32-year-old has experienced much success on Strictly Come Dancing in recent years, in 2020 he went all the way to the final with actress Maisie Smith. However, he was second out in 2021 with Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn

Reports now suggest the professional dancer is now said to be feeling Strictly's "seven year itch" after failing to take home the Glitterball Trophy, OK! reports.

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