Strictly Come Dancing has been thrown into chaos as the future of contestant Nick Knowles on the show remains unknown just one day before the live show. The DIY SOS star suffered an injury that forced him to pull out of Movie Week, and he will find out later whether he can dance again or will instead be leaving the BBC competition for good. Despite Nick revealing that he is training again, insiders have revealed that he will be dancing the Charleston if he gets the green light to perform on Saturday, as there is no time to rehearse a new routine.
In addition to Nick’s uncertain participation, comedian Chris McCausland, who is the first blind contestant on the show, is also facing challenges as he has been struck down with a cold. Despite his illness, Chris is determined not to let it interfere with his training sessions with professional dance partner Dianne Buswell. The pair have been preparing to perform a salsa routine on the upcoming episode, but the intense dance has left them both covered in bruises. Chris has been soldiering on, eager to deliver a strong performance on Saturday despite his health issues.
Nick recently shared a major health update regarding his future on Strictly, announcing that the physios had cleared him to train. However, a final decision on his participation will be made on Friday, and he will need to tread carefully to see how his knee holds up during rehearsals. His professional partner Luba Mushtuk expressed optimism about their chances, stating that they will adjust their routine based on Nick’s comfort level. Fans have been left speculating over whether Nick will return to the show, as he was not included in the list of this week’s songs and dances that are typically announced on Wednesdays.
On the show, hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman updated viewers on Nick’s situation, informing them that he had sustained an injury during rehearsals and was unable to perform. Following the rules of the competition, Nick received a bye into next week’s show, granting him a pass to the next round. Tess and Claudia sent their love and best wishes to Nick for a speedy recovery, which was met with a round of applause from the audience. Fans flooded Nick’s social media with well-wishes, expressing their support and hoping for his swift return to the dance floor.
As the anticipation builds for the upcoming episode of Strictly Come Dancing, with Nick’s future still uncertain and Chris battling a cold, viewers are eagerly awaiting the final decision regarding Nick’s participation. The show must go on, and the remaining celebrities will continue to train and prepare for their performances on Saturday night. Whether Nick is able to overcome his injury and dance the Charleston as planned, or if he will have to bid farewell to the competition, remains to be seen. Tune in to BBC One at 6:20pm on Saturday to find out the latest developments on the show.
