Stefan Dennis has been forced to pull out of Strictly Come Dancing after suffering a calf injury, BBC announced on their social media on Monday.
The Neighbours actor said he is ‘devastated’ to have to pull out of the show after ‘finally gaining confidence’ in the competition.
Last weekend, Stefan and his pregnant pro partner Dianne Buswell came back fighting after he pulled out of the show due to an illness.
Despite the setback, Stefan appeared cheery on the red carpet at the Pride Of Britain awards on Monday night.
Stefan added: ‘This morning I woke up to the most disappointing day of my time in my Strictly journey.
‘Just when I had finally gained the confidence to do well with my dancing in the compeition and achieve more great dances along the way, I was told that on Saturday I had torn my calf so significantly that I am now forced to withdraw from the show.
‘I can’t tell you how devastated I am to have to leave so prematurely especially, as there has been, and still is, so much love and support from everyone for both Dianne and myself.
Stefan Dennis has been forced to pull out of Strictly Come Dancing, BBC announced on their social media on Monday
‘I owe both the Strictly Family and Dianne a massive debt of gratitude for giving me the opportunity to fulfil my dream of being able to dance with my wife. (When my leg is better)
‘Fun fact for all the avid Neighbours fans… it’s the same leg! [laughing face emoji]’
The post read: ‘Sadly due to an injury Stefan Dennis is leaving. We have loved watching Stefan and Dianne create magic on the dance floor with their Team Aussie energy. He will be sorely missed by the entire family. ❤️’
