Adam Thomas says he's 'gained a friend for life' as he gushes over partner Luba Mushtuk
06.10.2023 - 13:47
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Adam Thomas has vowed to 'embrace it all' as he prepares for his third performance on Strictly Come Dancing this weekend.
The Waterloo Road actor, 35, was emotional during last week's show, which saw him and professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk Tango to Maneskin's version of Somebody Told Me, originally by The Killers. The couple earned 23 points and received some positive feedback from the judges, including Motsi Mabuse who said the former Emmerdale star had been "more engaged" this week.
However, Adam was holding back tears as he spoke to Claudia Winkleman backstage following the performance. Turning to pro dancer Luba, he said: "I tried my hardest and I just feel like I let you down tonight." But Luba insisted he had made her proud before Claudia and their fellow couples also showed their support.
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Now the actor, whose brothers are stars Ryan and Scott Thomas, seems in much higher spirits ahead of the weekend. In a cute Instagram post, Adam reflected on this Strictly journey so far, paying special tribute to dancer Luba.
Posting a collection of photos of the pair, Adam wrote: "It’s more than a dance show!! It’s about character, friendship, family and most of all finding more about yourself than you could possibly imagine!!
"And I wouldn’t change any of it not for one second… because I know the journey am on was meant to happen… so am gonna take the good and the bad and embrace it all!!!
"One thing I have gained is a friend for life @lubamushtuk".
Fans took to the comments section to praise Adam for his outlook. One fan wrote: "Don't be so critical of yourself Adam ! Your doing just grand" while another agreed: