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The Latest Breaking News from Gorka Marquez

Helen Skelton reveals the ‘best lesson’ she took from Strictly Come Dancing

‘Morning Live’ host took part in BBC dancing competition months after marriage split

The Independent UK

Former Strictly star gives blunt verdict on axed dancers: ‘Get rid of them’

Professional dancers Karen Hauer, Gorka Marquez, Nadiya Bychkova, Luba Mushtuk, and Michelle Tsiakkas have all left the show in recent months

The Independent UK

Axed Strictly star says they’re in talks to make surprise return

Dancer spent nine years on the series before getting dropped in major overhaul

The Independent UK

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Strictly star bids emotional farewell to show after final appearance

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The Independent UK

Ten-year Strictly veteran breaks down in tears on stage after BBC series exit

Professional dancer’s ‘unforgettable’ time on series is officially over

The Independent UK

Gemma Atkinson addresses claims she forced fan favourite to leave Strictly Come Dancing

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The Independent UK

Gorka Marquez’s partner Gemma Atkinson shares real reason dancer quit Strictly

Spanish dancer decided to leave BBC series after sudden realisation

The Independent UK

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Strictly Come Dancing confirms returning professional dancers amid departures

Alexis Warr, Amy Dowden and Aljaz Skorjanec are among the returning performers on one of the BBC’s flagship shows.

Evening Standard

Gorka Marquez's surprising career move revealed after Strictly Come Dancing exit

His departure comes after a slew of professional dancers left Strictly in a major shake-up

Evening Standard

Gorka Marquez breaks silence following his Strictly exit after 10 years

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The Independent UK

Gorka Márquez opens up on ‘pain’ of non-stop dancing after Strictly exit

Gorka Marquez has spoken about the “pain” of constant dancing following his his exit from Strictly Come Dancing.

The Independent UK

Gorka Marquez ‘steps back’ from Strictly Come Dancing after 10 years

The 35-year-old made the announcement on Instagram.

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing star quits BBC show after a decade

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The Independent UK

Gorka Marquez leaves Strictly after 10 years, 'It's time to hang up my dance shoes'

In an emotional statement, the Spanish professional said he will continue to be ‘grateful’ to the show, as his co-stars pay tribute

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The Independent UK

Gorka Marquez quits Strictly Come Dancing after 10 years

‘It’s time to hang up my dance shoes and say goodbye,’ Spanish star said

Evening Standard

Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova ‘distraught' over axe as three other dancers culled: 'It smacks of ageism'

The show has faced a slew of scandals in recent years, including reports of harassment, drug-taking and backstage affairs

Evening Standard

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Punam Krishan reveals breast cancer diagnosis

She said she was disclosing her diagnosis now because ‘carrying it quietly has been heavy’.

The Independent UK

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Evening Standard

Strictly pro Gorka Marquez ‘relieved’ to miss this year’s toxic series amid string of allegations

The Spanish dancer, 34, who has been a fixture on the hit programme since 2016, will not be competing as a main professional this year

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing loses much-loved star for 2025 series

Spanish dancer will not be partnered with a celebrity after all

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Home Truths: Gemma Atkinson shares her favourite homeware shops and the chore she loves

Actress and author Gemma Atkinson talks about day-to-day life and the things that make her house feel like home

The Independent UK

Gorka Marquez: ‘Life is about balance, not just work, work, work’

The Strictly pro on trying to strike the right balance between dancing and spending quality time with fiancee Gemma Atkinson and their kids.

The Independent UK

Gemma Atkinson opens up about finding lump in her breast as partner Gorka Marquez reduced to tears

Gemma Atkinson has opened up about finding a lump in her breast as her partner Gorka Marquez was reduced to tears.

The Independent UK

Strictly dancer forced to pull out of upcoming show after suffering an injury

The dancer has already been replaced for the upcoming Christmas Special

Evening Standard

Strictly professional dancer Carlos Gu forced to pull out of Christmas special

The 31-year-old will be replaced by fellow professional dancer Gorka Marquez after the Chinese dancer injured his ankle.

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