Dani Dyer has shared a heartfelt message of support for her former Strictly Come Dancing co-stars ahead of the first live show, following her withdrawal from the competition due to a fractured ankle. The 29-year-old, who suffered the injury during rehearsals last Friday, took to Instagram Stories to wish the cast well.
“Good luck to all the gorgeous cast starting their Strictly journey tonight. Can’t wait to watch you all, so proud & know how hard you’ve all been working.. see you all soon,” she wrote.
The BBC confirmed Dyer’s exit on Tuesday, stating: “Unfortunately due to an injury Dani Dyer is no longer able to compete in #Strictly 2025. She’ll be sorely missed and we wish her a speedy recovery.” Dyer explained that an MRI scan revealed a fractured ankle, adding: “Apparently doing the Quickstep on a fracture is not advisable and the doctors have said I am not allowed to dance, so I’ve had to pull out of the show.”
Her professional partner, Nikita Kuzmin, expressed his disappointment on Instagram, saying he was “so so gutted” and hoped they could “pick up next year.” Dyer responded: “I’m crying again. Thank you for being the best teacher ever... let’s try again one day and sort our team name.”
Fellow Love Island star and West End performer Amber Davies has been announced as Dyer’s replacement, partnering with Kuzmin. Davies said: “This has been the craziest 24 hours of my life... I hope I do her proud.”
