Strictly Come Dancing fans are worried for Delta Goodrem and Kai Widdrington after another setback hit the couple, with Kai ruled out of the November 14 live show due to illness.
The pair have had an up-and-down journey on the series so far, despite being a hugely celebrated duo. Delta will still perform, with another professional stepping in to take Kai's place for this week while he recovers.
Kai's Illness Forces Line-Up Change
The news was announced by Strictly in a post that read: "Due to illness, Kai is unable to dance on tomorrow night's show. Instead, Aljaž will step in to dance the Argentine Tango with Delta. We're sending Kai all our love and hope he feels better very soon."
It is not the first difficulty the couple have faced, as Delta previously suffered an injury which caused them to miss a performance.
Fans Share Their Concerns
Many fans of the show have been talking since then, with several expressing concern. One said: "Poor Delta (and Kai) going through the trenches this series." Another added: "You’ve had some bad luck @deltagoodrem haven’t you? I hope it all goes smoothly tomorrow!"
A third replied: "This couple has gone through so much. Oh my goodness!!" Meanwhile, a fourth commented: "This couple has gone through so much this season with Delta's injury and now Kai being unwell. I hope Kai has a speedy but safe recovery." One more also responded: "Poor Kai and Delta. Not much time for Delta to get used to a new partner."
Mixed Reactions From Viewers
Many fans expressed get well wishes for Kai, but others were quick to say they think the couple will be fine. On X, one viewer wrote: "Delta and Kai have had everything thrown against them this series. Delta getting a rib injury in Week 4, meaning she missed Icons week."
"Kai being struck down with illness in Week 8 the week before Blackpool. I have no doubts however that Delta will pull this off and luckily she's dancing an Argentine Tango, so Delta should be fine."
"Fingers crossed if Delta makes it through Kai will be well enough for Blackpool next week." One more also said: "I feel sorry for Kai, but she will be in safe hands."
Strictly Come Dancing is currently available to view on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Saturday evenings.
