BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington sends simple twelve-word message as fans say 'you will be missed'
21.10.2023 - 20:19
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Amanda Abbington has shared a moving twelve-word message with fans after she was forced to pull out of the show due to medical reasons. The actress, who proved popular amongst viewers, broke her silence on Instagram after it was confirmed she would not be performing on Saturday night.
Her message was simple but poignant. Instead of using her own words, Amanda chose to use those of the late, great actor Robin Williams.
On her Instagram story, she shared the message, which read: "People don't fake depression... they fake being okay. Remember that. Be kind."
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Strictly spin-off It Takes Two host Janette Manrara confirmed Amanda and her partner Giovanni Pernice's absence on Friday. She said: "We have some breaking news, unfortunately due to medical reasons, Amanda will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. Strictly Come Dancing protocols mean that all being well, Amanda and Giovanni will return the following week. Amanda we hope you get well soon my love, sending you all the best wishes!"
A representative for Strictly told The Mirror in a further statement: "Due to medical reasons Amanda Abbington will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. Strictly Come Dancing protocols mean that all being well, Amanda and Giovanni will return the following week."
Strictly fans were concerned to learn that Amanda would be missing from the upcoming live show and took to social media to wish her a speedy recovery. One tweeted: "Well that made me sad no Amanda