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DIY SOS star shows off huge surgical scar as he gives a health update after having open-heart surgery

BBC star Mark Millar has showed off his surgical scar after having a triple heart by-pass as he gave a health update on Instagram on Sunday.

The DIY SOS star, 55, who underwent open heart surgery, revealed he is now feeling ‘amazing’ as he opened up about his gruelling recovery.

At the end of last year, Mark survived a heart attack while cold water swimming off Clevedon’s coast, in north Somerset and was rushed to Bristol Royal Infirmary (BRI).

Now speaking out in a number of social media videos, Mark said he has been ‘struggling mentally’ but is recovering well.

He said: ‘I’ve been a bit quiet about my post op recovery but I’m doing well and healing well but I’ve struggled a bit mentally because I feel vulnerable.

‘I’ve been open from here to the top of my stomach so I get a bit worried about someone or me knocking it. I’m just about to have my first swim and I am very excited.’

BBC star Mark Millar has showed off his surgical star after having a triple heart by-pass as he gave a health update on Instagram on Sunday

The DIY SOS star, 55, who underwent open heart surgery, revealed he is now feeling ‘amazing’ as he opened up about his gruelling recovery (pictured his surgery scar)

At the end of last year, Mark survived a heart attack while cold water swimming off Clevedon’s coast, in north Somerset and was rushed to Bristol Royal Infirmary (BRI)

Following the swim, Mark showed off his scar and said he feels ‘alive’ as he returned to light exercise.

He continued: ‘That was amazing, that was the first time I’ve been in the water since November, I’m seven weeks post op, I swam 10 lengths and I’m so high and this is amazing I am alive.’

However, Mark was forced to address that he had ‘jumped the gun’ and returned to swimming to early post-op and warned others not to do the same.

The TV star explained: ‘Yesterday I put a post up about me going for a swim seven weeks post op and I shouldn’t have done it.

‘I was slightly ticked off early from someone in the cardio unit but I should have waited until 12 weeks until the sternum is completely healed so I don’t damage or contract any infection.

‘So please don’t swim before 12 weeks, I’m sorry for doing that. I’m not sure what I’m going to do now for the next few weeks exercise, I guess more walking.’

Mark previously gave a health update three weeks post-op and said he had been out walking each day after previously being ‘exhausted’ and ‘tender’.

The TV builder said: ‘I feel amazing, I’m walking I’m averaging seven thousand steps a day, I feel fantastic I have my appetite back.

Now speaking out in a number of social media videos, Mark said he has been ‘struggling mentally’ but is recovering well

Following the swim, Mark showed off his scar and said he feels ‘alive’ as he returned to light exercise, he said: ‘That was amazing, I swam 10 lengths and I’m so high and I am alive’

‘I was exhausted for about two weeks and a bit tender but I really am making my way back and thank you to the surgeons and doctors that helped me’.

Mark had a heart attack while open water swimming and previously said as soon as the pain started it felt ‘like a lifetime’ for him to swim back to the shore with help from his friends.

He told the BBC: ‘It felt like someone was tightening a belt around me. If it was not for my friends and my £15 float, I am not sure if I would be here today.

‘I was having red flags, everything was wrong’, he said. ‘The water felt like treacle, I felt absolutely dreadful.’

Mark has worked as a carpenter all over the UK, Europe and the US.

He is from Northern Ireland and was raised in Belfast in the midst of the Troubles.

Growing up, he had aspirations to train as a chef, but instead took up an apprenticeship as a carpenter.

After four years, he swapped Ireland for London before settling in Bristol.

It was here where he set up his own building firm, which has achieved huge success and boasts a number of celebrity clients.

However, Mark was forced to address that he had ‘jumped the gun’ and returned to swimming to early post-op and warned others not to do the same

The TV star explained: ‘Yesterday I put a post up about me going for a swim seven weeks post op and I shouldn’t have done it. I should have waited until 12 weeks until the sternum is completely healed so I don’t damage or contract any infection’

Mark starred on DIY SOS alongside Nick Knowles and his team until 2018 and was the Project Manager; pictured 2015 L-R Mark Millar, plasterer Chris Frediani, presenter Nick Knowles, electrician Billy Byrne and builder Julian Perryman

He left the programme in 2018 in order to present Channel 5’s primetime show Dream Kitchens and Bathrooms with Mark Millar Mark is also the presenter on BBC One’s How Safe Is Your House; pictured 2023

Mark’s building work has taken him as far as New York.

Mark could have been on DIY SOS from the very beginning alongside Nick Knowles and his team but in 1999 when he was approached to present on the first series in front of the camera, he declined due to the amount of private client work he had booked.

Six years on, he was asked again if he would like to become Project Manager for the popular series, this time he jumped at the chance.

When it comes to his role on DIY SOS, Mark was the one who had to work out how to fit weeks of work into just nine days.

He left the programme in 2018 in order to present Channel 5’s primetime show Dream Kitchens and Bathrooms with Mark Millar

Mark is also the presenter on BBC One’s How Safe Is Your House.

April 14, 2025
Nick Knowles’ fiancée Katie Dadzie, 34, flashes her toned legs in a black thigh-split dress as she supports the DIY SOS host, 62, at Radio Times event

Nick Knowles’ fiancée Katie Dadzie supported the DIY SOS host at a Radio Times event on Tuesday night where she put on a glamorous display.

The lingerie business owner, 34, flashed her toned legs in a black thigh-split dress as she cosied up to her partner, 62.

Nick appeared on the cover of the magazine last year along with his fellow Strictly stars.

He sadly had to pull out of the competition – where he was partnered with professional dancer Luba Mushtuk – due to injury.

At the event he cut a smart figure in a navy suit which he teamed with a purple tie as he posed with the framed Radio Times cover.

Katie – who accessorised her look with heels and a sleek bag – sweetly captioned the post: ‘Me and my love’

Nick Knowles ‘ fiancée Katie Dadzie supported the DIY SOS host at a Radio Times event on Tuesday night where she put on a glamorous display in a leggy black dress

The lingerie business owner, 34, flashed her toned legs in a black thigh-split dress before cosying up to her partner, 62

It comes after the stunner hit back at claims she’s a gold digger who is dating Nick for his money.

The lingerie brand boss began dating the TV star in 2021 after they met when their children became friends at a play centre.

Yet the pair have been subject to cruel trolling during their relationship, with critics mocking their age difference and financial setup.

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, about the ‘gold digger’ jibes, Katie admitted they don’t get to her as much as they used to because she and Nick know its not true.

She said: ‘I think at the start, it was probably more irritating, especially for my family. But now those comments kind of just pass over me because we both know it’s not true.

‘Nick works hard, he has what he has. I work hard, I have what I have and then we buy each other stuff.’

Katie continued: ‘We’re both really comfortable with where we are with that and you will always get it because there’s an age gap.

‘I know plenty of people who are together and the same age where someone’s using the other one for money and they’re not happy.

Nick appeared on the cover of the magazine last year along with his fellow Strictly stars. He sadly had to pull out of the competition due to injury

At the event he cut a smart figure in a navy suit which he teamed with a purple tie as he posed with the framed Radio Times cover

It comes after the stunner hit back at claims she’s a gold digger who is dating Nick for his money (seen modelling her lingerie range)

‘So as long as I know it’s not true and he knows it’s not true, I think that’s, that’s pretty much all that matters.’

Nick has an estimated £7.5 million net worth but Katie has built up an impressive lingerie brand, having launched Boa Boa in 2022.

She has proved to be her own best advert for the brand, modelling the skimpy looks to her 102,000 Instagram followers.

Katie revealed her battle with endometriosis has impacted the pictures she posts as she is now on a mission to show off her ‘real’ figure.

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside of the uterus. It can cause pelvic pain, heavy periods, and difficulty getting pregnant.

Speaking about how she wants to represent real women Katie shared : ‘I’ve got slightly better at trying to show slightly more real, as in I’ve put weight on recently so I know I can’t just have the better picture of me where I haven’t eaten at the start of the morning.

‘I’ve got horrendous endometriosis, so I do bloat terribly but that’s the company ethos that it’s underwear that’s made to fit you regardless of your size.’

Back in October, Nick admitted he almost lost Katie after she was left questioning their relationship due to the intense trolling.

Giving her take on the unwanted public attention, she confessed it has put a strain on the relationship: ‘We’ve had like ups and downs with it because I am not from that background at all.

‘Nick I think generally has a very thick skin to it and he’s very good at dealing with it. I’m not.’

Discussing how she made the mistake of reading comments she continued: ‘Yeah, it’s a lot. I hate having my picture taken.

‘You know, to get a selfie, I’d take 60 and then select one so going in front of a red carpet even though I’ve done it a fair few times with him now, on the way there I’m absolutely terrified.

The lingerie brand boss began dating the TV star in 2021 after they met when their children became friends at a play centre

Nick pulled out of Strictly at the end of last year and has since been supported by Katie during his recovery

‘Then there are a lot of comments every time we do one of people saying that my eyes are too open or I look startled and, well, I am startled. I’m shell shocked.

‘I look like a wild animal in headlights, because I am. It’s not my natural habit. My natural habitat is tracksuit bottoms, cardigans, and my office at home, or something along those lines.

‘So being put in front of all the cameras and stuff is just not me, whereas Nick and the people that work in that industry they do it so naturally, and I’m not at all natural at it.’

Yet Katie is accepting that the attention comes with the nature of Nick’s job.

She explained: ‘I think there’s an understanding that I’ve got now that this is his job and, not necessarily the really hideous people that comment, but the attention is from people generally that watch the shows and without people watching the shows, he wouldn’t have a job.

‘So I’m a lot better at it now than I ever have been.’

January 29, 2025
Nick Knowles’ fiancée Katie Dadzie, 34, flaunts her jaw-dropping figure in a skimpy bikini as she packs on the PDA with the shirtless DIY SOS host, 62, amid lavish Dubai getaway – after hitting back at gold digger claims

Nick Knowles’ fiancée Katie Dadzie flaunted her jaw-dropping figure as she soaked up the sun amid the couple’s lavish Dubai getaway on Friday.

The businesswoman, 34, looked sensational as she slipped into a skimpy blue bikini before packing on the PDA with the shirtless DIY SOS host, 62.

Katie’s tiny two piece featured a plunging bra top and high-cut bottoms with ribbon detailing which she teamed with a pair of stylish shades.

She shared a sweet kiss with the TV star as they sat by their luxury hotel pool and chatted in the scorching sun before enjoyed a cool cocktail.

Nick wore a pair of red swimming trunks while he continued to recover from knee surgery following an injury which he suffered during Strictly rehearsals in October.

He sported a Squid Go knee recovery system on his leg which is designed to treat knee and leg pain, including pain from arthritis or tendonitis and costs £425.

Nick Knowles’ fiancée Katie Dadzie, 34, flaunted her jaw-dropping figure as she soaked up the sun amid the couple’s lavish Dubai getaway on Friday

The businesswoman looked sensational as she slipped into a skimpy blue bikini before packing on the PDA with the shirtless DIY SOS host, 62

Katie later slipped into a chic white mini dress to stroll hand-in-hand with Nick along the sand while taking in the stunning views.

It comes after the stunner hit back at claims she’s a gold digger who is dating Nick for his money.

The lingerie brand boss began dating the TV star in 2021 after they met when their children became friends at a play centre.

Yet the pair have been subject to cruel trolling during their relationship, with critics mocking their age difference and financial setup.

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, about the ‘gold digger’ jibes, Katie admitted they don’t get to her as much as they used to because she and Nick know its not true.

She said: ‘I think at the start, it was probably more irritating, especially for my family. But now those comments kind of just pass over me because we both know it’s not true.

‘Nick works hard, he has what he has. I work hard, I have what I have and then we buy each other stuff.’

Katie’s tiny two piece featured a plunging bra top and high-cut bottoms with ribbon detailing which she teamed with a pair of stylish shades

She shared a sweet kiss with the TV star as they sat by their luxury hotel pool and chatted in the scorching sun before enjoyed a cool cocktail

Nick wore a pair of red swimming trunks while he continued to recover from knee surgery following an injury which he suffered during Strictly rehearsals in October

Katie later slipped into a chic white mini dress to stroll hand-in-hand with Nick along the sand while taking in the stunning views

The pair couldn’t keep their hands off each other

Katie continued: ‘We’re both really comfortable with where we are with that and you will always get it because there’s an age gap.

‘I know plenty of people who are together and the same age where someone’s using the other one for money and they’re not happy.

‘So as long as I know it’s not true and he knows it’s not true, I think that’s, that’s pretty much all that matters.’

Nick has an estimated £7.5 million net worth but Katie has built up an impressive lingerie brand, having launched Boa Boa in 2022.

She has proved to be her own best advert for the brand, modelling the skimpy looks to her 102,000 Instagram followers.

Katie revealed her battle with endometriosis has impacted the pictures she posts as she is now on a mission to show off her ‘real’ figure.

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside of the uterus. It can cause pelvic pain, heavy periods, and difficulty getting pregnant.

Speaking about how she wants to represent real women Katie shared : ‘I’ve got slightly better at trying to show slightly more real, as in I’ve put weight on recently so I know I can’t just have the better picture of me where I haven’t eaten at the start of the morning.

‘I’ve got horrendous endometriosis, so I do bloat terribly but that’s the company ethos that it’s underwear that’s made to fit you regardless of your size.’

It comes after the stunner hit back at claims she’s a gold digger who is dating Nick for his money

The pair, who had been dating since 2021, been subject to cruel trolling during their relationship, with critics mocking their age difference and financial setup.

Nick has an estimated £7.5 million net worth but Katie has built up an impressive lingerie brand, having launched Boa Boa in 2022 and often models the looks for her Instagram followers

Back in October, Nick admitted he almost lost Katie after she was left questioning their relationship due to the intense trolling.

Giving her take on the unwanted public attention, she confessed it has put a strain on the relationship: ‘We’ve had like ups and downs with it because I am not from that background at all.

‘Nick I think generally has a very thick skin to it and he’s very good at dealing with it. I’m not.’

Discussing how she made the mistake of reading comments she continued: ‘Yeah, it’s a lot. I hate having my picture taken.

‘You know, to get a selfie, I’d take 60 and then select one so going in front of a red carpet even though I’ve done it a fair few times with him now, on the way there I’m absolutely terrified.

‘Then there are a lot of comments every time we do one of people saying that my eyes are too open or I look startled and, well, I am startled. I’m shell shocked.

‘I look like a wild animal in headlights, because I am. It’s not my natural habit. My natural habitat is tracksuit bottoms, cardigans, and my office at home, or something along those lines.

‘So being put in front of all the cameras and stuff is just not me, whereas Nick and the people that work in that industry they do it so naturally, and I’m not at all natural at it.’

Yet Katie is accepting that the attention comes with the nature of Nick’s job.

She explained: ‘I think there’s an understanding that I’ve got now that this is his job and, not necessarily the really hideous people that comment, but the attention is from people generally that watch the shows and without people watching the shows, he wouldn’t have a job.

‘So I’m a lot better at it now than I ever have been.’

January 24, 2025
Nick Knowles soaks up the sun on holiday boat trip as he continues rehab for his knee injury
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Nick Knowles revealed he has ‘managed to get away for some sunshine’ as he continued rehab for his leg injury.

The DIY SOS star, 62, had to pull out of Strictly Come Dancing in October after badly injuring his knee during rehearsals.

The TV presenter has since undergone two knee operations in order to help him ‘walk normally again’.

On Tuesday, Nick revealed he is currently soaking up the sun in a warm location as he shared a photo of himself enjoying a boat trip.

The host sported a Squid Go knee recovery system which is designed to treat knee and leg pain, including pain from arthritis or tendonitis and costs £425.

Alongside his post, Nick wrote: ‘So I’ve managed to get away for some sunshine and continued rehab. For those of you with knee injuries or facing a knee op you might want to think about this kit.

Nick Knowles revealed he has ‘managed to get away for some sunshine’ as he continued rehab for his leg injury

The DIY SOS star, 62, had to pull out of Strictly Come Dancing in October after badly injuring his knee during rehearsals

‘Anyone who has had a op knows how ice and compression are key but the machine needs buckets of ice and is about the size of a small suitcase.

‘But I found this Squid Go. It’s portable and as you can see I’m using it anywhere.

‘Now, I have no shares in this company – no financial interest at all – but if you are in recovery like me then being mobile with the kit is a game changer – credit where it’s due. Hope you find this helpful.’

Nick’s trip abroad comes after his girlfriend Katie Dadzie hit back at claims she’s a gold digger who is dating him for his money.

The lingerie brand boss, 34, began dating Nick in 2021 after they met when their children became friends at a play centre.

The pair have been subject to cruel trolling during their relationship, with critics mocking their age difference and financial setup.

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, about the ‘gold digger’ jibes, Katie admitted they don’t get to her as much as they used to because she and Nick know its not true.

She said: ‘I think at the start, it was probably more irritating, especially for my family. But now those comments kind of just pass over me because we both know it’s not true.

The TV presenter has since undergone two knee operations in order to help him ‘walk normally again’

On Tuesday, Nick revealed he is currently soaking up the sun in a warm location as he shared a photo of himself enjoying a boat trip

Nick’s trip abroad comes after his girlfriend Katie Dadzie, 34, hit back at claims she’s a gold digger who is dating him for his money.

‘Nick works hard, he has what he has. I work hard, I have what I have and then we buy each other stuff.’

Katie continued: ‘We’re both really comfortable with where we are with that and you will always get it because there’s an age gap.

‘I know plenty of people who are together and the same age where someone’s using the other one for money and they’re not happy.

‘So as long as I know it’s not true and he knows it’s not true, I think that’s, that’s pretty much all that matters.’

Nick has an estimated £7.5 million net worth but Katie has built up an impressive lingerie brand, having launched Boa Boa in 2022.

She has proved to be her own best advert for the brand, modelling the skimpy looks to her 102,000 Instagram followers.

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Nick Knowles soaks up the sun on holiday boat trip as he continues rehab for his knee injury
January 21, 2025
How my fiancé Nick Knowles, 62, has fixed my self-esteem issues: Stunning lingerie boss Katie Dadzie, 34, reveals why older TV star lover encouraged her to share racy underwear snaps as she talks wedding plans

He’s known for his colourful relationship history, so fans went wild after Nick Knowles announced his engagement to much younger woman Katie Dadzie back in 2023.

While the TV star, 62, is hoping that third time will be a charm and this marriage will be his last, Katie, 34, is no Mrs DIY SOS, but instead a successful businesswoman in her own right.

Not interested in piggybacking off her fiancée’s success, Katie launched her own lingerie brand Boa Boa underwear back in 2022.

And the fashion brand is already going from strength to strength with high street retailer Next stocking Katie’s products in their stores.

Standing by her as her hard work came to fruition, Katie revealed it is thanks to Nick that she has found the confidence to strip down to her underwear and model for the lingerie brand as she confessed that deep down she isn’t comfortable in her own skin.

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline in her first interview Katie explained: ‘Nick said to me he thought that I should do it to represent the brand and the ethos that we have of being comfortable with yourself and loving the skin you’re in.

Stunning lingerie boss Katie Dadzie, 34, has revealed why her older TV star lover encouraged her to share racy underwear snaps as she talks wedding plans

The businesswoman, 34, who is the founder of Boa Boa underwear, confessed she doesn’t feel confident in her own skin and it was ‘hideous’ the first time she was in front of the camera

‘I don’t love the skin I’m in. I have a million different hang ups, even ranging to the size of my eyelids.

‘But he said it would just didn’t make sense for me to be saying that to women and then me not doing it myself.’

Reflecting on her first time shooting, Katie admitted: ‘For me to be in front of the camera the first time was absolutely hideous. I was cacking my pants, I was terrified.’

The mother-of-two was surrounded by other confident models on the shoot who helped her come out of her shell as she explained one plus size model in particular encouraged her.

‘I was a size 8, if that, and I wouldn’t get out my dressing gown. I was kind of huddled in it and eventually she just kind of brought me out and said “Stop being an idiot. It’s your brand, it’s your underwear”.’

Adding how she wants to represent real women Katie continued: ‘I’ve got slightly better at trying to show slightly more real, as in I’ve put weight on recently so I know I can’t just have the better picture of me where I haven’t eaten at the start of the morning.

‘I’ve got horrendous endometriosis, so I do bloat terribly but that’s the company ethos that it’s underwear that’s made to fit you regardless of your size.’

Katie and Nick began dating in 2021 after they met when their children became friends at a play centre.

Katie has revealed it was Nick who encouraged her to find the confidence to pose in her underwear and represent the brand’s empowering ethos

She confessed: ‘I don’t love the skin I’m in. I have a million different hangups, even ranging to the size of my eyelids. But [Nick] said it would just didn’t make sense for me to be saying that to women and then me not doing it myself’

Katie gushed over Nick being a pillar of support throughout the launch of her business as she addressed the gold digger claims

And the couple are set to walk down the aisle this year as Katie confirmed they have picked out the venue.

While she has yet to find ‘the dress’ she joked: ‘I don’t know what we’re doing. The most important thing for me is getting married and then secondly is the food.’

Hitting back at comments she has received calling her a ‘gold digger’, Katie admitted they don’t get to her as much as they used to in the beginning as both her and Nick know its not the case.

She said: ‘I think at the start, it was probably more irritating, especially for my family. But now those comments kind of just pass over me because we both know it’s not true.

‘Nick works hard, he has what he has. I work hard, I have what I have and then we buy each other stuff.

‘So we’re both really comfortable with where we are with that and you will always get it because there’s an age gap.’

Making her point clear Katie added: ‘I know plenty of people who are together and the same age where someone’s using the other one for money and they’re not happy.

‘So as long as I know it’s not true and he knows it’s not true, I think that’s, that’s pretty much all that matters.’

Speaking about adjusting to red carpets she said: ‘I look like a wild animal in headlights, because I am. It’s not my natural habit’ (pictured at the Inspiration Awards for Women in 2024)

She said: ‘I think at the start, it was probably more irritating, especially for my family. But now those comments kind of just pass over me because we both know it’s not true’

Making her point clear Katie added: ‘I know plenty of people who are together and the same age where someone’s using the other one for money and they’re not happy’

Giving her take on the unwanted public attention, she confessed it has put a strain on the relationship: ‘ We’ve had like ups and downs with it because I am not from that background at all’

Back in October, Nick admitted he almost lost Katie after she was left questioning the relationship due to the intense trolling.

Giving her take on the unwanted public attention, she confessed it has put a strain on the relationship: ‘We’ve had like ups and downs with it because I am not from that background at all.

‘Nick I think generally has a very thick skin to it and he’s very good at dealing with it. I’m not.’

Discussing how she made the mistake of reading comments she continued: ‘Yeah, it’s a lot. I hate having my picture taken.

‘You know, to get a selfie, I’d take 60 and then select one so going in front of a red carpet even though I’ve done it a fair few times with him now, on the way there I’m absolutely terrified.

‘Then there are a lot of comments every time we do one of people saying that my eyes are too open or I look startled and, well, I am startled. I’m shell shocked.

‘I look like a wild animal in headlights, because I am. It’s not my natural habit. My natural habitat is tracksuit bottoms, cardigans, and my office at home, or something along those lines.

‘So being put in front of all the cameras and stuff is just not me, whereas Nick and the people that work in that industry they do it so naturally, and I’m not at all natural at it.’

Yet Katie is accepting that the attention comes with the nature of Nick’s job.

She explained: ‘I think there’s an understanding that I’ve got now that this is his job and, not necessarily the really hideous people that comment, but the attention is from people generally that watch the shows and without people watching the shows, he wouldn’t have a job.

‘So I’m a lot better at it now than I ever have been.’

January 18, 2025
Nick Knowles enjoys first night out post knee operation as he cosies up to fiancée Katie Dadzie while ringing in the New Year

Nick Knowles enjoyed his first night out post knee operation as he cosied up to his fiancée Katie Dadzie.

The couple headed to Haus Of Cabaret to ring in the New Year together as Katie took to Instagram to share a series of sweet snaps from the night.

Dressing up for the occasion after his recent health issues, Nick, 62, appeared to be walking without crutches as he cut a smart figure in a simple white shirt and black blazer.

Meanwhile Katie, 34, looked stylish as she put on a very leggy display in a midnight blue velvet party dress.

Celebrating the evening she penned: ‘New Years at @hausofcabaret with my love. What an amazing evening and way to ring in 2025 Happy New Year✨’.

It comes after Nick revealed he was forced to pay for his knee surgery after Strictly Come Dancing ‘refused’ to pay up.

Nick Knowles enjoyed his first night out post knee operation as he cosied up to his fiancée Katie Dadzie while ringing in the New Year on Tuesday

The couple headed to Haus Of Cabaret to ring in the New Year together as Katie took to Instagram to share a series of sweet snaps from the night

The DIY SOS star had to pull out of the live shows in October after badly injuring his knee during rehearsals.

After going through two major operations to help him ‘walk normally again’, Nick pleaded the BBC to help out with rehab costs.

According to The Sun, in a now-edited post, he said: ‘Thank you for all the amazing messages. To answer a few questions . . . the brace helps keep it stable as I recover.

‘No, Strictly insurance did not cover the operations. I paid for them myself but I’m hoping they will help with rehab.’

MailOnline contacted the BBC for a comment.

Last week, Nick revealed he’s learning to walk ‘normally’ again as he shared a candid clip of himself attempting to walk up the stairs using crutches, with the assistance of a medical professional.

In the video, Nick is also padded out with knee and elbow braces as he slowly takes it step by step, admitting he hopes to be ‘back to 100% fitness’ by August 2025.

Updating his 312,000 followers, he wrote in the caption: ‘So it wasn’t on my letter to Santa for two major operations – one to reattach my bicep and a second to build a new ACL and mend two years in the meniscus.

Celebrating the evening she penned: ‘New Years at @hausofcabaret with my love. What an amazing evening and way to ring in 2025 Happy New Year✨’

Nick, 62, appeared to be walking without crutches as he cut a smart figure in a simple white shirt and black blazer

Katie, 34, looked stylish as she put on a very leggy display in a midnight blue velvet party dress

It comes after Nick revealed he was forced to pay for his knee surgery after Strictly Come Dancing ‘refused’ to pay up (pictured in December)

‘Thank you to my two magnificently talented surgeons – Mr Ahrens for the bicep and Mr Jig Patel for the knee.

‘Three types of knee brace and one type of elbow brace – crutches – game ready ice and pressure machine – pressure leggings – physio stretching out for months ahead but I want to be walking normally by start of February for the next DIYSOS.’

He added: ‘Katie my fiancee has been patient and supportive and amazingly patient with me – the worst patient in the world.

‘It’s been frustrating and very expensive but I’m determined to get back to 100% fitness which I hope will be around August 2025. Thanks for all the well wishes and encouragement – happy new year all.’

Nick previously took to his Instagram to explain his absence from the Strictly final back in December.

Nick revealed he wasn’t appearing on the show or in the group dance after having a knee operation two days before for the injury he sustained while competing in the competition.

He firstly suffered a shoulder injury when he was changing a tyre on his car and then a failed knee jump during a dance rehearsal left him on crutches.

The presenter told his followers: ‘Hello everyone. So it’s Saturday night, and the big final is on TV. I’m watching it, same as you, but from home rather than being in the studio because, unfortunately, I had a big arm operation, and I’ve now also had a big leg operation.

‘As a result, I’m only two days out from surgery, so I can’t be there.

‘But I’m sat here watching the amazing show like you, wishing the best of luck to my buddies – JB, Sarah, Chris, and Tasha – who all deserve to be champions, so I hope they all do great.

‘Thank you for all your lovely well-wishes and for wishing me a speedy recovery. I’m really sorry I can’t be there with all the others too. It’s been the most wonderful experience.

‘Merry Christmas to all of you, happy New Year, and congratulations to whoever wins the final.’

Nick revealed he’s learning to walk ‘normally’ again as he shared a candid clip of himself attempting to walk up the stairs using crutches, with the assistance of a medical professional

Updating his 312,000 followers, he wrote in the caption: ‘So it wasn’t on my letter to Santa for two major operations’

He thanked his ‘two magnificently talented surgeons – Mr Ahrens for the bicep and Mr Jig Patel for the knee’ (pictured in October)

Disaster first struck for Nick during a dress rehearsal with Strictly pro partner Luba Mushtuk, which reportedly saw the star do a jump and take a bad landing

Alongside the clip, he penned: ‘So I can’t be there at the final because I’m only two days out of surgery and it was quite a big operation on my knee – for those that want to know it was a full ACL reconstruction and two meniscus repairs which included harvesting a replacement tendon from my hamstring – and I’m still recovering from the operation to re attach my distal bicep which makes moving on crutches difficult too.

‘I had to have the operation now to be mobile and ready to start filming on @BBCDIYSOS at the beginning of February.

‘Lots of rehab and work with physios to come but I will go at it as hard as I did the dance training and success will be managed in stages.

‘First to be able to walk without crutches, climb stairs, walk safely on uneven ground by February and then dance too as I have to be able to do my first dance at my wedding in June and I’m assured if I work hard I will be back to 100% as good as new in about 8 months

‘Best of luck to my buddies competing tonight and those who are back together in studio. I loved the dancing and the cameraderie – the injuries not so much.

‘Merry Xmas to you all and thank you for your wonderful messages wishing me to get well soon.

‘I’ve got some great work coming this year with more amazing DIY SOS shows – two of which we have filmed already and so many wonderful families to introduce you to – there’s two amazing travel shows through Mongolia coming soon too which is epic and beautiful and full of amazing people.

‘So as I lay on the sofa looking like half a Darth Vader with all the added robot attachments I wish you a happy Christmas and an adventurous and fun new year. See you in 2025.’

He wrote: ‘Lots of rehab and work with physios to come but I will go at it as hard as I did the dance training and success will be managed in stages’

Nick is hoping he will recover in time for his first dance at his wedding to Katie next summer.

He shared: ‘We’ve booked our wedding for next summer and the plan is for us to be able to do a first dance. It won’t be a full Strictly routine but I’m determined to have a special dance with Katie.’

The TV veteran praised his ‘amazing’ Katie for taking him to his hospital appointments and even ‘putting his trousers on’ as he can’t do that himself at the moment.

January 2, 2025
Nick Knowles is forced to pay for his knee surgery after Strictly ‘refused’ and pleas ‘I’m hoping they will help with rehab’ as he’s supported by fiancée Katie Dadzie

Nick Knowles was forced to pay for his knee surgery after Strictly Come Dancing ‘refused’ to pay up.

The DIY SOS star, 62, had to pull out of this years live shows in October after badly injuring his knee during rehearsals.

After going through two major operations to help him ‘walk normally again’, Nick pleaded the BBC to help out with rehab costs.

According to The Sun, in a now-edited post, he said: ‘Thank you for all the amazing messages. To answer a few questions . . . the brace helps keep it stable as I recover.

‘No, Strictly insurance did not cover the operations. I paid for them myself but I’m hoping they will help with rehab.’

MailOnline has contacted the BBC for a comment.

Nick Knowles, 62, has been forced to pay for his knee surgery after Strictly Come Dancing ‘refused’ to pay up

After going through two major operations to help him ‘walk normally again’, Nick pleaded the BBC to help out with rehab costs (pictured with fiancée Katie Dadzie)

The DIY SOS star had to pull out of this years live shows in October after badly injuring his knee during rehearsals

Earlier this week, Nick revealed he’s learning to walk ‘normally’ again as he shared a candid clip of himself attempting to walk up the stairs using crutches, with the assistance of a medical professional.

In the video, Nick is also padded out with knee and elbow braces as he slowly takes it step by step, admitting he hopes to be ‘back to 100% fitness’ by August 2025.

Updating his 312,000 followers, he wrote in the caption: ‘So it wasn’t on my letter to Santa for two major operations – one to reattach my bicep and a second to build a new ACL and mend two years in the meniscus.

‘Thank you to my two magnificently talented surgeons – Mr Ahrens for the bicep and Mr Jig Patel for the knee.

‘Three types of knee brace and one type of elbow brace – crutches – game ready ice and pressure machine – pressure leggings – physio stretching out for months ahead but I want to be walking normally by start of February for the next DIYSOS.’

He added: ‘Katie my fiancee has been patient and supportive and amazingly patient with me – the worst patient in the world.

‘It’s been frustrating and very expensive but I’m determined to get back to 100% fitness which I hope will be around August 2025. Thanks for all the well wishes and encouragement – happy new year all.’

It comes after Nick took to his Instagram to explain his absence from the Strictly final earlier this month.

In a now-edited post, he said: ‘Thank you for all the amazing messages. To answer a few questions . . . the brace helps keep it stable as I recover. No, Strictly insurance did not cover the operations. I paid for them myself but I’m hoping they will help with rehab’

Nick was supported by Katie as they stepped out for a brief walk in Berkshire on Sunday

Nick looked visibly in pain as he struggled to walk on crutches

The lovebirds packed on the PDA during the outing

The DIY SOS star filmed himself watching the live show from the comfort of Katie’s home in Berkshire.

Nick revealed he wasn’t appearing on the show or in the group dance after having a knee operation two days before for the injury he sustained while competing in the competition.

He firstly suffered a shoulder injury when he was changing a tyre on his car and then a failed knee jump during a dance rehearsal left him on crutches.

The presenter told his followers: ‘Hello everyone. So it’s Saturday night, and the big final is on TV. I’m watching it, same as you, but from home rather than being in the studio because, unfortunately, I had a big arm operation, and I’ve now also had a big leg operation.

‘As a result, I’m only two days out from surgery, so I can’t be there.

‘But I’m sat here watching the amazing show like you, wishing the best of luck to my buddies – JB, Sarah, Chris, and Tasha – who all deserve to be champions, so I hope they all do great.

‘Thank you for all your lovely well-wishes and for wishing me a speedy recovery. I’m really sorry I can’t be there with all the others too. It’s been the most wonderful experience.

‘Merry Christmas to all of you, happy New Year, and congratulations to whoever wins the final.’

Nick revealed he’s learning to walk ‘normally’ again as he shared a candid clip of himself attempting to walk up the stairs using crutches, with the assistance of a medical professional

Updating his 312,000 followers, he wrote in the caption: ‘So it wasn’t on my letter to Santa for two major operations’

He thanked his ‘two magnificently talented surgeons – Mr Ahrens for the bicep and Mr Jig Patel for the knee’ (pictured in October)

Disaster first struck for Nick during a dress rehearsal with Strictly pro partner Luba Mushtuk, which reportedly saw the star do a jump and take a bad landing

Alongside the clip, he penned: ‘So I can’t be there at the final because I’m only two days out of surgery and it was quite a big operation on my knee – for those that want to know it was a full ACL reconstruction and two meniscus repairs which included harvesting a replacement tendon from my hamstring – and I’m still recovering from the operation to re attach my distal bicep which makes moving on crutches difficult too.

‘I had to have the operation now to be mobile and ready to start filming on @BBCDIYSOS at the beginning of February.

‘Lots of rehab and work with physios to come but I will go at it as hard as I did the dance training and success will be managed in stages.

‘First to be able to walk without crutches, climb stairs, walk safely on uneven ground by February and then dance too as I have to be able to do my first dance at my wedding in June and I’m assured if I work hard I will be back to 100% as good as new in about 8 months

‘Best of luck to my buddies competing tonight and those who are back together in studio. I loved the dancing and the cameraderie – the injuries not so much.

‘Merry Xmas to you all and thank you for your wonderful messages wishing me to get well soon.

‘I’ve got some great work coming this year with more amazing DIY SOS shows – two of which we have filmed already and so many wonderful families to introduce you to – there’s two amazing travel shows through Mongolia coming soon too which is epic and beautiful and full of amazing people.

‘So as I lay on the sofa looking like half a Darth Vader with all the added robot attachments I wish you a happy Christmas and an adventurous and fun new year. See you in 2025.’

It comes after Nick took to his Instagram to explain his absence from the Strictly final earlier this month

The star filmed himself watching the live show from the comfort of his fiancée Katie Dadzie’s home in Berkshire

Nick has kept his followers up to date with his operation

He wrote: ‘Lots of rehab and work with physios to come but I will go at it as hard as I did the dance training and success will be managed in stages’

Nick is hoping he will recover in time for his first dance at his wedding to Katie next summer.

He shared: ‘We’ve booked our wedding for next summer and the plan is for us to be able to do a first dance. It won’t be a full Strictly routine but I’m determined to have a special dance with Katie.’

The TV veteran praised his ‘amazing’ Katie for taking him to his hospital appointments and even ‘putting his trousers on’ as he can’t do that himself at the moment.

December 29, 2024
Nick Knowles reveals he’s learning to walk ‘normally’ again after Strictly knee injury forced him to undergo two major operations

Nick Knowles has revealed he’s learning to walk ‘normally’ again on Friday after his Strictly Come Dancing injury forced him to undergo two major operations.

The DIY SOS star, 62, had to pull out of this years live shows in October after badly injuring his knee during rehearsals.

Now, the presenter has shared a candid clip of himself attempting to walk up the stairs using crutches, with the assistance of a medical professional.

In the video, Nick is also padded out with knee and elbow braces as he slowly takes it step by step, admitting hehopes to be ‘back to 100% fitness’ by August 2025.

Updating his 312,000 followers, he wrote in the caption: ‘So it wasn’t on my letter to Santa for two major operations – one to reattach my bicep and a second to build a new ACL and mend two years in the meniscus.

‘Thank you to my two magnificently talented surgeons – Mr Ahrens for the bicep and Mr Jig Patel for the knee.

Nick Knowles has revealed he’s learning to walk ‘normally’ again on Friday after his Strictly Come Dancing injury forced him to undergo two major operations

The presenter has shared a candid clip of himself attempting to walk up the stairs using crutches, with the assistance of a medical professional

‘Three types of knee brace and one type of elbow brace – crutches – game ready ice and pressure machine – pressure leggings – physio stretching out for months ahead but I want to be walking normally by start of February for the next DIYSOS.’

He added: ‘Katie my fiancee has been patient and supportive and amazingly patient with me – the worst patient in the world.

‘It’s been frustrating and very expensive but I’m determined to get back to 100% fitness which I hope will be around August 2025. Thanks for all the well wishes and encouragement – happy new year all.’

It comes after Nick took to his Instagram to explain his absence from the Strictly final earlier this month.

The DIY SOS star filmed himself watching the live show from the comfort of his fiancée Katie Dadzie’s home in Berkshire.

Nick revealed he wasn’t appearing on the show or in the group dance after having a knee operation two days before for the injury he sustained while competing in the competition.

He firstly suffered a shoulder injury when he was changing a tyre on his car and then a failed knee jump during a dance rehearsal left him on crutches.

The presenter told his followers: ‘Hello everyone. So it’s Saturday night, and the big final is on TV. I’m watching it, same as you, but from home rather than being in the studio because, unfortunately, I had a big arm operation, and I’ve now also had a big leg operation.

‘As a result, I’m only two days out from surgery, so I can’t be there.

In the video, Nick is also padded out with knee and elbow braces as he slowly takes it step by step, admitting hehopes to be ‘back to 100% fitness’ by August 2025

Updating his 312,000 followers, he wrote in the caption: ‘So it wasn’t on my letter to Santa for two major operations’

He thanked his ‘two magnificently talented surgeons – Mr Ahrens for the bicep and Mr Jig Patel for the knee’ (pictured in October)

Disaster first struck for Nick during a dress rehearsal with Strictly pro partner Luba Mushtuk, which reportedly saw the star do a jump and take a bad landing

‘But I’m sat here watching the amazing show like you, wishing the best of luck to my buddies – JB, Sarah, Chris, and Tasha – who all deserve to be champions, so I hope they all do great.

‘Thank you for all your lovely well-wishes and for wishing me a speedy recovery. I’m really sorry I can’t be there with all the others too. It’s been the most wonderful experience.

‘Merry Christmas to all of you, happy New Year, and congratulations to whoever wins the final.’

Alongside the clip, he penned: ‘So I can’t be there at the final because I’m only two days out of surgery and it was quite a big operation on my knee – for those that want to know it was a full ACL reconstruction and two meniscus repairs which included harvesting a replacement tendon from my hamstring – and I’m still recovering from the operation to re attach my distal bicep which makes moving on crutches difficult too.

‘I had to have the operation now to be mobile and ready to start filming on @BBCDIYSOS at the beginning of February.

‘Lots of rehab and work with physios to come but I will go at it as hard as I did the dance training and success will be managed in stages.

‘First to be able to walk without crutches, climb stairs, walk safely on uneven ground by February and then dance too as I have to be able to do my first dance at my wedding in June and I’m assured if I work hard I will be back to 100% as good as new in about 8 months

‘Best of luck to my buddies competing tonight and those who are back together in studio. I loved the dancing and the cameraderie – the injuries not so much.

It comes after Nick took to his Instagram to explain his absence from the Strictly final earlier this month

The star filmed himself watching the live show from the comfort of his fiancée Katie Dadzie’s home in Berkshire

Nick has kept his followers up to date with his operation

He wrote: ‘Lots of rehab and work with physios to come but I will go at it as hard as I did the dance training and success will be managed in stages’

‘Merry Xmas to you all and thank you for your wonderful messages wishing me to get well soon.

‘I’ve got some great work coming this year with more amazing DIY SOS shows – two of which we have filmed already and so many wonderful families to introduce you to – there’s two amazing travel shows through Mongolia coming soon too which is epic and beautiful and full of amazing people.

‘So as I lay on the sofa looking like half a Darth Vader with all the added robot attachments I wish you a happy Christmas and an adventurous and fun new year. See you in 2025.’

Nick is hoping he will recover in time for his first dance at his wedding to Katie next summer.

He shared: ‘We’ve booked our wedding for next summer and the plan is for us to be able to do a first dance. It won’t be a full Strictly routine but I’m determined to have a special dance with Katie.’

The TV veteran praised his ‘amazing’ Katie for taking him to his hospital appointments and even ‘putting his trousers on’ as he can’t do that himself at the moment.

December 27, 2024
Nick Knowles proudly supports his girlfriend’s lingerie brand after the couple were forced to defend their racy underwear-clad posts

Nick Knowles shared his unapologetic support for his girlfriend’s lingerie brand after the couple faced backlash over their racy social media posts.

The DIY SOS star, 62, revealed he has been told he ‘shouldn’t post’ about her business but defiantly insisted he ‘couldn’t help himself’.

Nick shared a picture of a woman wearing a white bra, knickers and suspenders from the brand, alongside the caption: ‘Looking for a grown up Xmas gift folks?’

Proudly promoting his girlfriend’s brand – Boa Boa – Nick shared the Instagram Stories with his 312,000 followers.

Touching on the criticism he has faced, Nick said: ‘So a year ago my fiancee started a lingerie company and I’m so proud of her success – it’s called Boa Boa.

‘People say I shouldn’t post about it but when you love someone and are proud of their hard work and achievements you just can’t help yourself.’

Nick Knowles shared his unapologetic support for his girlfriend’s lingerie brand after the couple faced backlash over their racy social media posts

The DIY SOS star, 62, revealed he has been told he ‘shouldn’t post’ about her business but defiantly insisted he ‘couldn’t help himself’

Nick shared a picture of a woman wearing a white bra, knickers and suspenders from the brand, alongside the caption: ‘Looking for a grown up Xmas gift folks?’

Katie and Nick caused controversy when she shared a naughty snap to her Instagram to celebrate Nick’s 61st birthday last year.

Katie hit back at trolls after they slammed her for posting a racy picture of the pair together.

The hateful comments from trolls come after the lingerie mogul took to Instagram on Thursday to post a carousel of snaps celebrating her fiancé Nick’s birthday.

In one particular snap, Katie can be seen posing in a white bustier and thong suspenders as Nick was pictured behind giving her a helping hand.

She captioned the post, ‘Happy birthday to my love and best friend (and fiancé) You make me smile and laugh all the time and I’m so happy that you’re in my life so we can keep making lovely memories and taking special pictures with my eyes closed.’

However, the very racy snap attracted some troll comments as some branded Katie ‘desperate’ and ‘cringe’.

On Friday, Katie shared some nasty comments on her Instagram stories, and captioned the post with ‘Today’s trolling delight.’

In the snap, one troll commented, ‘Your mother must be so proud… what a claim to dame, Nick Knowles’ current b***h (number 67) and getting your a***e out on line. Plus if you’re 33 I’m the queen of sheba’.

Katie and Nick caused controversy when she shared a naughty snap to her Instagram to celebrate Nick ‘s 61st birthday last year

While another commented: ‘Why would you want people to see this. So desperate and cringe.’

However, Nick appeared to clap back at the trolls by showing how unfazed he was by the comments.

Taking to his Instagram Stories, the star posted the snap and captioned it: ‘When your fiancée owns a lingerie brand and asks you to straighten the straps on a photo shoot (shocked emoji)’.

It comes after Nick gushed about his fiancée Katie, saying she will ‘travel almost anywhere’ in the world to be with him.

The star asked for the sex toy business owner’s hand in marriage after she flew out to visit him while he was on a trip to New Orleans.

Nick appeared on ITV’s Lorraine on Friday, saying, ‘She will travel almost anywhere I’m working.

‘When I get home, I spend time with my little boy, who is just nine. Wherever I am in the world, she’ll come and join in too.’

Nick is father to son Eddie, nine, with his ex-wife Jessica, while he also shares daughter Tuesday and son Charlie with his ex-wife Gillian.

Trolls: Katie proceeded to hit back at trolls by reposting their comments on her Stories, captioning them with: ‘Todays trolling delights’

Katie has daughters Savannah, eight, and Alex, five, from a previous relationship.

Nick recalled the proposal: ‘I got her a sweetie ring. If she doesn’t travel to see me, we don’t get to see each other.

‘She came out to New Orleans to see me, and I thought this would be a great place to propose, but I didn’t have a ring, so I fashioned one. I got nail scissors on a Haribo, so it had a jewel.

‘My biggest fear was that she’d eat it because she loves Haribo. But she didn’t. We’ve replaced it now with a proper one.’

He added: ‘She will travel almost anywhere that I’m working. When I get home, I spend time with my little boy, who is just 9. Wherever I am in the world, she’ll come and join in too.’

Along with selling sex toys through her company, Boa Boa, Katie also designs lingerie.

Nick explained: ‘My girlfriend Katie designs lingerie. She’s already designing specific bras for [cancer] survivors.

‘There’s this thing of women not being able to get hold of lovely things. She wants to be body-positive. It’s such a lovely thing.’

TV star Nick, who split from his wife Jessica Rose Moor in 2016, made his first appearance with Katie in September 2021 after ending his romance with PR guru Emily Hallinan in February 2020.

Nick and Katie made their public debut as a couple at a restaurant in Bath after being friends for several years.

December 16, 2024
Nick Knowles explains his Strictly absence as star pulls out of the show’s final
Nick Knowles took to his Instagram to explain his absence from the Strictly final on Saturday evening.

The 62-year-old star filmed himself watching the live show from the comfort of his fiancée Katie Dadzie’s home in Berkshire.

He told his followers: ‘Hello everyone. So it’s Saturday night, and the big final is on TV. I’m watching it, same as you, but from home rather than being in the studio because, unfortunately, I had a big arm operation, and I’ve now also had a big leg operation.

‘As a result, I’m only two days out from surgery, so I can’t be there.

‘But I’m sat here watching the amazing show like you, wishing the best of luck to my buddies – JB, Sarah, Chris, and Tasha – who all deserve to be champions, so I hope they all do great.

‘Thank you for all your lovely well-wishes and for wishing me a speedy recovery. I’m really sorry I can’t be there with all the others too. It’s been the most wonderful experience.

Nick Knowles took to his Instagram story to explain his absence from the Strictly final on Saturday evening

The 62-year-old star filmed himself watching the live show from the comfort of his fiancée Katie Dadzie’s home in Berkshire

‘Merry Christmas to all of you, happy New Year, and congratulations to whoever wins the final.’

Alongside the clip, he penned: ‘So I can’t be there at the final because I’m only two days out of surgery and it was quite a big operation on my knee – for those that want to know it was a full ACL reconstruction and two meniscus repairs which included harvesting a replacement tendon from my hamstring – and I’m still recovering from the operation to re attach my distal bicep which makes moving on crutches difficult too.

‘I had to have the operation now to be mobile and ready to start filming on @BBCDIYSOS at the beginning of February.

‘Lots of rehab and work with physios to come but I will go at it as hard as I did the dance training and success will be managed in stages.

‘First to be able to walk without crutches, climb stairs, walk safely on uneven ground by February and then dance too as I have to be able to do my first dance at my wedding in June and I’m assured if I work hard I will be back to 100% as good as new in about 8 months

‘Best of luck to my buddies competing tonight and those who are back together in studio. I loved the dancing and the cameraderie – the injuries not so much.

‘Merry Xmas to you all and thank you for your wonderful messages wishing me to get well soon.

‘I’ve got some great work coming this year with more amazing DIY SOS shows – two of which we have filmed already and so many wonderful families to introduce you to – there’s two amazing travel shows through Mongolia coming soon too which is epic and beautiful and full of amazing people.

Nick informed bis followers that he is fresh out of a big operation

The star showed his arm in a cast

He then revealed he had damaged his knee

He penned alongside the post

‘So as I lay on the sofa looking like half a Darth Vader with all the added robot attachments I wish you a happy Christmas and an adventurous and fun new year. See you in 2025.’

Nick wasn’t the only star missing from Saturday’s final, as Paul Merson was also absent from the show.

Former footballer-turned-pundit Paul, 56, who was partnered with Karen Hauer, did not turn up to show as he was unwell.

A Strictly spokeswoman told The Sun: ‘Paul is unwell today unfortunately. He will be very much missed and is sad he couldn’t make it.’

Earlier in the day, Nick looked in serious pain as he left hospital on crutches after having surgery.

He had to pull out of this years live shows in October after badly injuring his knee during rehearsals.

Nick was seen struggling to walk after having surgery on his left knee and he also had pins on his left arm.

Nick wasn’t the only star missing from Saturday’s final, as Paul Merson was also absent from the show

Nick has kept his followers up to date with his operation

Due to his injury, Nick confirmed he won’t be returned to the dancefloor with partner Luba Mushtuk for the Strictly final tonight
Strictly Come Dancing scores for final dances

Judge’s Choice

GB Gill and Lauren Oakley – 40

Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec – 39

Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell – 38

Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola – 39

Showdance

GB Gill and Lauren Oakley – 39

Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec – 40

Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell – 38

Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola – 38

Favourite Routine

GB Gill and Lauren Oakley – 40

Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec – 40

Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell – 40

Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola – 40

Total Scores

GB Gill and Lauren Oakley – 119

Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec – 119

Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell – 118

Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola – 116
The DIY SOS presenter has since revealed that it could take him around nine month to recover from the injuries.

Nick looked to be in good hands though as he was supported by his 34-year-old fiancée Katie Dadzie, who runs a lingerie company.

The pair shared a kiss as Nick walked to Katie’s 4×4 so she could give him a lift home following the recent operation.

The TV presenter kept comfortable in a short sleeved black T-shirt which he teamed with a pair of shorts and white Nike trainers.

Disaster first struck for Nick during a dress rehearsal with Strictly pro partner Luba Mushtuk, which reportedly saw the star do a jump and take a bad landing.

It came just weeks after the TV host hurt his shoulder and arm whilst changing a car tyre.

Nick is now hoping he will recover in time for his first dance at his wedding to Katie next summer.

He shared: ‘We’ve booked our wedding for next summer and the plan is for us to be able to do a first dance. It won’t be a full Strictly routine but I’m determined to have a special dance with Katie.’

The TV veteran praised his ‘amazing’ Katie for taking him to his hospital appointments and even ‘putting his trousers on’ as he can’t do that himself at the moment.

Strictly Come Dancing 2024: Who are the couples?

Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell

JB Gill and Amy Dowden MBE

Nick Knowles and Luba Mushtuk

Paul Merson and Karen Hauer

Pete Wicks and Jowita Przystał

Sam Quek MBE and Nikita Kuzmin

Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola

Toyah Willcox and Neil Jones

Punam Krishan and Gorka Márquez

Wynne Evans and Katya Jones

Tasha Ghouri and Aljaž Škorjanec

Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas

Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe

Tom Dean MBE and Nadiya Bychkova

Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu
December 14, 2024
Nick Knowles and fiancée Katie Dadzie bundle up in matching coats to celebrate Christmas with heartfelt thanks to emergency services
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Nick Knowles and his fiancée Katie Dadzie were every inch the perfect couple at London Fire Brigade’s Christmas service at Westminster Cathedral on Wednesday.

The TV presenter, 62, and his partner Katie, 33, wrapped up in matching Holland and Cooper military coats and looked in high spirits as they posed for a snap.

Katie further accessorised her look with a black faux-fur headband and a mini black handbag as she wrapped her arm around Nick.

Taking to Instagram to post the sweet snap, Nick captioned the post with: ‘Was an honour to read @Londonfirebrigade annual Christmas service.’

‘We appreciate all the emergency services who will work through Christmas away from their families.’

He also tagged the location and praised the location, adding: ‘What a venue.’

Nick Knowles and his fiancée Katie Dadzie were every inch the perfect couple at London Fire Brigade’s Christmas service at Westminster Cathedral on Wednesday

Their outing comes after Nick revealed last month that the knee injury he sustained on Strictly ‘will take nine months to fully recover’ and he is due to have surgery.

The star was eliminated from the BBC show in week three after previously being forced to pull out of Movie Week due to a shoulder and knee injury.

Nick also had to have surgery on his shoulder to reattach the bicep, with ‘two or three months’ of physiotherapy ahead.

As the TV host faces a lengthy and gruelling recovery process, he hopes to be in shape to tie the knot to Katie next summer.

Speaking to The Sun, Nick revealed he will be ‘resting until February’ and then his DIY SOS duties await him.

‘I’m really hoping I’ll be back on my feet by then, although I won’t be fully recovered until August next year.’

‘We’ve booked our wedding for next summer and the plan is for us to be able to do a first dance.’

‘It won’t be a full Strictly routine but I’m determined to have a special dance with Katie,’ he added.

Their outing comes after Nick revealed last month that the knee injury he sustained on Strictly Come Dancing ‘will take nine months to fully recover’ and is due to have surgery on it

As the TV host faces a lengthy and gruelling recovery process, he hopes to be in shape to tie the knot to Katie next summer (pictured last month)

The star was eliminated from the BBC show in week three after previously being forced to pull out of Movie Week due to a shoulder and knee injury (pictured with Luba Mushtuk)

The TV veteran praised his ‘amazing’ fiancée for taking him to his hospital appointments and for ‘putting his trousers on’ as he couldn’t do that himself.

Nick and Katie made their first public appearance in September 2021 and Nick proposed in New Orleans last July with a Haribo ring.

TV star Nick, split from his wife Jessica Rose Moor in 2016, before dating PR guru Emily Hallinan who he split from in February 2020.

He was also previously married to Gillian Knowles from 1996 to 2000.

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December 12, 2024
Strictly’s Nick Knowles, 62, reveals his knee injury ‘will take NINE months to fully recover’ as he hopes to marry fiancé Katie Dadzie, 33, next summer

Strictly’s Nick Knowles has revealed the knee injury he sustained on the show ‘will take nine months to fully recover’ and is due to have surgery on it.

The TV presenter, 62, was eliminated from the BBC show in week three after previously being forced to pull out of Movie Week due to a shoulder and knee injury.

Nick also had to have surgery on his shoulder to reattach the bicep, with ‘two or three months’ of physiotherapy ahead.

As the TV host faces a lengthy and gruelling recovery process, he hopes to be in shape to tie the knot to fiancé Katie Dadzie, 33, next summer.

Speaking to The Sun, Nick revealed he will be ‘resting until February’ and then his DIY SOS duties await him.

‘I’m really hoping I’ll be back on my feet by then, although I won’t be fully recovered until August next year.

Strictly’s Nick Knowles, 62, has revealed his dreadful knee injury ‘will take nine months to fully recover’ as he ‘hopes to get married next summer’ with fiancé Katie Dadzie, 33

As the beloved host faces a lengthy and gruelling recovery process, he hopes to be in shape to tie the knot with Katie, 33, next summer and perhaps – even to film DYI SOS

‘We’ve booked our wedding for next summer and the plan is for us to be able to do a first dance.

‘It won’t be a full Strictly routine but I’m determined to have a special dance with Katie,’ he added.

The TV veteran praised his ‘amazing’ fiancé for taking him to his hospital appointments and even ‘to put his trousers on’ as he can’t do that himself.

Nick and Katie made their first public appearance in September 2021 and Nick proposed in New Orleans last July with a Haribo ring.

TV star Nick, split from his wife Jessica Rose Moor in 2016, before dating PR guru Emily Hallinan who he split from in February 2020.

He was also previously married to Gillian Knowles from 1996 to 2000.

Nick previously revealed his Strictly Come Dancing future when asked by a fan whether he’d be doing the end of series group dance.

When someone enquired on Instagram: ‘Will you still be able to do the end of series dance in the final? Wouldn’t seem right you not being there.’

Nick replied: ‘I’m not sure my injuries will allow – I have to wait for the knee operation until the bicep operation has healed so I can use crutches afterwards.

‘So I don’t think recovery will be in time sadly.’

Last month the broadcaster shared a video from his hospital bed where he told fans he has ‘two or three months’ of physiotherapy ahead.

The TV presenter was eliminated from the BBC show in week three after previously being forced to pull out of Movie Week due to a shoulder and knee injury

Nick also had to have surgery on his shoulder to reattach the bicep, with ‘two or three months’ of physiotherapy ahead

He said: ‘Just woken up from my op.

‘All went well by all accounts so I have a reattached bicep now so bit of physio over the next two or three months and all should be right as rain and back to 100% I think.

‘So that’s one down and one to go on the knee,’ he added and captioned the video: ‘All done – thanks to Mr Ahrens the surgeon and all the medical staff’.

Nick and Luba lost the dance-off to Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu.

When asked by Tess about their time on the show, Nick said: ‘I’ve really, really been surprised by how much I’ve loved doing it and by two things that happen.’

He explained: ‘One is how much you care each week, and the other is how much you don’t want to let down your partner.

The TV presenter was well enough to return to Strictly but his comeback was short lived as he became the third celebrity eliminated

‘The only reason I could do this is simply because of Luba’s changes, she’s been amazing.’

Luba said: ‘I’ve never met someone as determined as you, and I remember you saying that if you do your best, you’ll be very happy. I think you did more than your best. Thank you.’

When asked by Tess about his partner Luba, Nick shared: ‘Luba’s been amazing and just been so fabulous every day.

‘And I should say thank you also to all the background staff, the physios, all the people that have actually got me through this week, and to all of my fellow competitors who have been absolutely astounding, beautiful people.

‘There are some amazing dancers up there, and I will love watching the rest of the series.’

November 22, 2024
Nick Knowles cuts a glum figure as he sports an arm AND leg brace after suffering string of injuries during his Strictly Come Dancing stint

Strictly’s Nick Knowles cut a glum figure as he was spotted sporting an arm and leg brace during a trip to the garage in Surrey on Friday.

The DIY SOS host, 62, was eliminated from the show in week three after previously being forced to pull out of Movie Week due to a shoulder and knee injury.

Nick cut a casual figure for the outing in a black polo-neck black sweater and brown plaid trousers with his supports worn over the top.

He chatted with a member of staff as his car was valeted before later jumping into the driver’s seat and heading home.

Nick was left requiring an MRI scan and hobbling on crutches after he fell during rehearsals for the BBC competition.

Strictly ‘s Nick Knowles, 62, cut a glum figure as he was spotted sporting an arm and leg brace during a trip to the garage in Surrey on Friday

The DIY SOS host was eliminated from the show in week three after previously being forced to pull out of Movie Week due to a shoulder and knee injury

Nick was left requiring an MRI scan and hobbling on crutches after he fell during rehearsals for the BBC competition (pictured with partner Luba Mushtuk)

It came after he had already hurt his arm while changing a tyre after his car broke down on the way to his own birthday party.

Nick has since revealed his Strictly Come Dancing future when asked by a fan whether he’d be doing the end of series group dance.

When someone enquired on Instagram: ‘Will you still be able to do the end of series dance in the final? Wouldn’t seem right you not being there.’

Nick replied: ‘I’m not sure my injuries will allow – I have to wait for the knee operation until the bicep operation has healed so I can use crutches afterwards.

‘So I don’t think recovery will be in time sadly.’

Last month the broadcaster shared a video from his hospital bed where he told fans he has ‘two or three months’ of physiotherapy ahead.

He said: ‘Just woken up from my op.

‘All went well by all accounts so I have a reattached bicep now so bit of physio over the next two or three months and all should be right as rain and back to 100% I think.

Nick cut a casual figure for the outing in a black polo-neck black sweater and brown plaid trousers

His supports were worn over the top

He chatted with a member of staff as his car was valeted before later jumping into the driver’s seat and heading home

He completed the look with a pair of lace up leather boots

‘So that’s one down and one to go on the knee,’ he added and captioned the video: ‘All done – thanks to Mr Ahrens the surgeon and all the medical staff’.

Nick and Luba lost the dance-off to Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu.

Both couples performed their routines again; Shayne and Nancy performed their Cha Cha to Ain’t No Love (Ain’t No Use) by Sub Sub feat. Melanie Williams.

Then, Nick and Luba performed their Charleston to Rain on the Roof from the film Paddington 2.

However, despite narrowly making it back into the competition as he recovered from a shoulder and knee injury, Nick, 62, was soon sent home by all four judges – Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke.

When asked by Tess about their time on the show, Nick said: ‘I’ve really, really been surprised by how much I’ve loved doing it and by two things that happen.’

He explained: ‘One is how much you care each week, and the other is how much you don’t want to let down your partner.

‘The only reason I could do this is simply because of Luba’s changes, she’s been amazing.’

It came after he had already hurt his arm while changing a tyre after his car broke down on the way to his own birthday party

The TV presenter was well enough to return to Strictly but his comeback was short lived as he became the third celebrity eliminated

Nick has since revealed his Strictly Come Dancing future when asked by a fan whether he’d be doing the end of series group dance

Luba said: ‘I’ve never met someone as determined as you, and I remember you saying that if you do your best, you’ll be very happy. I think you did more than your best. Thank you.’

When asked by Tess about his partner Luba, Nick shared: ‘Luba’s been amazing and just been so fabulous every day.

‘And I should say thank you also to all the background staff, the physios, all the people that have actually got me through this week, and to all of my fellow competitors who have been absolutely astounding, beautiful people.

‘There are some amazing dancers up there, and I will love watching the rest of the series.’

November 8, 2024
Katie Dadzie stuns in purple lingerie after Nick Knowles updates on Strictly final.

Katie Dadzie showed off her incredible figure in purple lingerie on Instagram on Thursday after her fiancé Nick Knowles gave an update on the Strictly Come Dancing final.

The 33-year-old entrepreneur runs her own business Boa Boa Wear and showed off a floral set named Annabelle from her latest collection.

The business owner showcased her fit physique in the stylish lingerie as she posed up a storm for the changing room mirror selfie.

She further accessorised with a necklace and gold-hoop earrings before styling her brunette tresses in a voluminous blowout for the brand snap.

Katie captioned the racy snap with: ‘Changing room selfies hit different Our incredible Annabelle set (purple love heart emoji)’

Katie Dadzie, 33, showed off her incredible figure in a floral purple lingerie set from her latest collection on Instagram on Thursday

It comes after her fiancé Nick Knowles, 62, gave an update on the Strictly Come Dancing final after his stint on the show was plagued by various injuries

The post comes after Katie’s fiancé Nick, 62, issued an update on Strictly following his injury-laden stint on the show.

He and his professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk, 34, were forced to pull out of Movie Week after the star hurt his shoulder and knee.

Nick fell and injured his knee during a jump, leaving him on crutches and heading to the hospital for an MRI scan.

The TV presenter was well enough to return to Strictly but his comeback was short-lived as he became the third celebrity to be eliminated earlier this month.

Taking to social media, a fan asked: ‘Will you still be able to do the end of series dance in the final? Wouldn’t seem right you not being there.’

Nick then replied saying: ‘I’m not sure my injuries will allow – I have to wait for the knee operation until the bicep operation has healed so I can use crutches afterwards.’

‘So I don’t think recovery will be in time sadly.’

Prior to this, Nick shared a video from his hospital bed where he told fans he has ‘two or three months’ of physiotherapy ahead.

He said: ‘Just woken up from my op.’

‘All went well by all accounts so I have a reattached bicep now so bit of physio over the next two or three months and all should be right as rain and back to 100% I think.’

‘So that’s one down and one to go on the knee,’ he added and captioned the video: ‘All done – thanks to Mr Ahrens the surgeon and all the medical staff.’

The post comes after Katie’s fiancé Nick, 62, issued an update on Strictly following his injury-laden stint on the show (pictured with dance partner Luba Mushtuk)

Nick and Luba lost the dance-off to Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu.

Both couples performed their routines again; Shayne and Nancy performed their Cha Cha to Ain’t No Love (Ain’t No Use) by Sub Sub feat. Melanie Williams.

Then, Nick and Luba performed their Charleston to Rain on the Roof from the film Paddington 2.

However, despite narrowly making it back into the competition as he recovered from his injuries, he was soon sent home by all four judges – Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke.

When asked by Tess about their time on the show, Nick said: ‘I’ve really, really been surprised by how much I’ve loved doing it and by two things that happen.’

He explained: ‘One is how much you care each week, and the other is how much you don’t want to let down your partner.’

‘The only reason I could do this is simply because of Luba’s changes, she’s been amazing.’

Prior to his update Nick shared a video from his hospital bed where he told fans he has ‘two or three months’ of physiotherapy ahead

Luba said: ‘I’ve never met someone as determined as you, and I remember you saying that if you do your best, you’ll be very happy. I think you did more than your best. Thank you.’

When asked by Tess about his partner Luba, Nick shared: ‘Luba’s been amazing and just been so fabulous every day.’

‘And I should say thank you also to all the background staff, the physios, all the people that have actually got me through this week, and to all of my fellow competitors who have been absolutely astounding, beautiful people.’

‘There are some amazing dancers up there, and I will love watching the rest of the series.’

October 24, 2024
Dancing Stars Shine at 2024 Pride Of Britain Awards

The stars of Strictly Come Dancing were out in force on Monday night as they attended the 2024 Pride Of Britain awards at London’s The Grosvenor House Hotel.

This year’s cast dressed to impress in their finest ensembles and posed for a fun group snap while gracing the star-studded red carpet.

And the celebrity dancers and their professional partners looked in great spirits as they took a break from their gruelling training to attend the glitzy event.

Leading the way was Tasha Ghouri, who oozed glamour in embellished white corset gown with a dramatic structured shoulder detail.

The Love Island star added pointed burgundy heels to her look while styling her glam blonde locks in a side-parting.

The stars of Strictly Come Dancing were out in force on Monday night as they attended the 2024 Pride Of Britain awards at London’s The Grosvenor House Hotel

This year’s cast dressed to impress in their finest ensembles and posed for a fun group snap while gracing the star-studded red carpet

Meanwhile, Nadiya Bychkova turned heads as she dazzled in a silver gown.

The professional dancer, 35, channeled Elsa from Frozen at the event held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London.

The eye-catching silver dress featured sequin detailing, a ruffled skirt and long sheer train.

She wore her blonde tresses curled and pinned up, while she sported a glowing, bronzed makeup look.

Elsewhere, Nick Knowles stepped out at the dazzling event after his recent Strictly exit and injury.

The DIY SOS star, 62, and his professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk were forced to pull out of Movie Week after the star hurt his shoulder and knee.

Nick fell and injured his knee during a jump, leaving him on crutches and heading to hospital for an MRI scan.

The TV presenter was well enough to return to Strictly but his comeback was short lived as he became the third celebrity eliminated last Sunday.

Leading the way was Tasha Ghouri , who oozed glamour in embellished white corset gown with a dramatic structured shoulder detail

The Love Island star added pointed burgundy heels to her look while styling her glam blonde locks in a side-parting

Nick Knowles stepped out at the Pride Of Britain Awards after his recent Strictly exit and injury

At the Pride Of Britain Awards Nick looked smart in a black suit and sported a sling and leg support – while Luba, 34, wore a sheer black dress

He looked in good spirits despite the recent injury and elimination from the popular BBC dancing show

Meanwhile, Nadiya Bychkova turned heads as she dazzled in a silver gown

The professional dancer, 35, channeled Elsa from Frozen at the event held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London

She wore her blonde tresses curled and pinned up, while she sported a glowing, bronzed makeup look

The beauty posed alongside celebrity partner Tom Dean

Sarah Hadland dazzled in a green metallic gown

The actress oozed confidence as she modelled the pleated number with dramatic sleeves

Nancy Xu looked radiant in a traditional green dress paired with bright red heels

The annual Pride Of Britain Awards is returning for its 25th year, with Ashley Banjo and Carol Vorderman set to return as co-hosts.

Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks are on hand to host the red carpet, while GK Barry will be presenting online content at her very own bar during the event.

Taking place since 1999, the ceremony honours the achievements of truly remarkable people from across the UK and all walks of life – nominated by members of the public.

After a shortlist has been produced from the thousands of entries, winners are chosen by the Pride of Britain judging panel.

Ahead of the ceremony, The King and the Prime Minister Keir Starmer led tributes to the nation’s unsung heroes.

The King called them ‘the very best’ of us, while Sir Keir said, ‘They embody everything that is great about Britain’.

Amy Dowden looked nothing short of sensational in a dazzling champagne gown

The Welsh dancer’s off-the-shoulder gown featured an embellished floral trim, with Amy teaming it with a silver clutch and matching heels

Amy looked fab as she posed alongside celebrity partner JB Gill

Sam Quek was radiant in a white bow top teamed with a sleek black skirt

Sam posed alongside dapper pro Nikita Kuzmin

Montell Douglas oozed glamour in a shimmering silver dress

Jowita Przystal showed off her incredible figure in an eye-catching black and white peplum gown adorned with pearl detailing

The dancer styled her blonde tresses into glossy waves, and she accessorised with silver drop earrings

Jowita was in great spirits as she larked about with playful pal Gorka on the red carpet

Gorka was in a very playful mood as he stuck his tongue out for the cameras

Jowita then greeted Gorka’s partner Gemma Atkinson, who looked elegant in an off-the-shoulder black gown

After impressing with their Paso Doble at the weekend, Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas look every inch the picture-perfect pair

Gorka Marquez and Aljaz Skorjanec put on a playful display as they danced along the red carpet together

Gorka also posed for snaps with his celebrity partner Dr Punam Krishan, who stunned in a black and gold sari

Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks were on hand to host the red carpet at the event

King Charles’ words were included in a letter to King’s Trust Young Achiever winner Molly Leonard, whose grandmother shed tears of pride as she read it to her.

In addition to praising Molly, he wrote: ‘On this 25th anniversary of the Pride of Britain Awards, I send my warmest admiration to all of this year’s winners. You each represent the very best in our society.’

The Prime Minister told winners: ‘Britain is proud of you’.

‘For a quarter of a century, the Pride of Britain awards have celebrated the people who embody everything that is great about Britain. These are people from all walks of life, but they all have one thing in common. They’re heroes.

‘They may not be the cape-wearing superheroes we normally think of – in fact, they look just like the rest of us. But they do have something that makes them very special indeed. Bravery, determination, generosity, empathy and huge spirit.

‘They have the power to touch our hearts, to make us hopeful, to make us proud. They’re a testament to the incredible things people can achieve even in the face of hardship.’

October 21, 2024
Nick Knowles sports sling and leg support at Pride Of Britain Awards with Luba Mushtuk

Nick Knowles stepped out at the Pride Of Britain Awards held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Monday night – after his recent Strictly exit and injury.

The DIY SOS star, 62, and his professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk were forced to pull out of Movie Week after the star hurt his shoulder and knee.

Nick fell and injured his knee during a jump, leaving him on crutches and heading to hospital for an MRI scan.

The TV presenter was well enough to return to Strictly but his comeback was short lived as he became the third celebrity eliminated last Sunday.

At the Pride Of Britain Awards Nick looked smart in a black suit while Luba, 34, wore a sheer black dress.

Nick Knowles stepped out at the Pride Of Britain Awards held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Monday night with Luba Mushtuk – after his recent Strictly exit and injury

At the Pride Of Britain Awards Nick looked smart in a black suit and sported a sling and leg support – while Luba, 34, wore a sheer black dress

His appearance comes after he revealed his Strictly Come Dancing future, after he was asked by a fan whether he’d be doing the end of series group dance.

A fan asked him on social media: ‘Will you still be able to do the end of series dance in the final? Wouldn’t seem right you not being there.’

Nick then replied saying: ‘I’m not sure my injuries will allow – I have to wait for the knee operation until the bicep operation has healed so I can use crutches afterwards.

‘So I don’t think recovery will be in time sadly.’

Last Thursday nick shared a video from his hospital bed where he told fans he has ‘two or three months’ of physiotherapy ahead.

He said: ‘Just woken up from my op.

‘All went well by all accounts so I have a reattached bicep now so bit of physio over the next two or three months and all should be right as rain and back to 100% I think.

‘So that’s one down and one to go on the knee,’ he added and captioned the video: ‘All done – thanks to Mr Ahrens the surgeon and all the medical staff’.

He looked in good spirits despite the recent injury and elimination from the popular BBC dancing show

The DIY SOS star, 62, and his professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk were forced to pull out of Movie Week after the star hurt his shoulder and knee

Nick fell and injured his knee during a jump, leaving him on crutches and heading to hospital for an MRI scan

Nick and Luba lost the dance-off to Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu.

Both couples performed their routines again; Shayne and Nancy performed their Cha Cha to Ain’t No Love (Ain’t No Use) by Sub Sub feat. Melanie Williams.

Then, Nick and Luba performed their Charleston to Rain on the Roof from the film Paddington 2.

However, despite narrowly making it back into the competition as he recovered from a shoulder and knee injury, Nick, 62, was soon sent home by all four judges – Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke.

When asked by Tess about their time on the show, Nick said: ‘I’ve really, really been surprised by how much I’ve loved doing it and by two things that happen.’

He explained: ‘One is how much you care each week, and the other is how much you don’t want to let down your partner.

‘The only reason I could do this is simply because of Luba’s changes, she’s been amazing.’

Luba said: ‘I’ve never met someone as determined as you, and I remember you saying that if you do your best, you’ll be very happy. I think you did more than your best. Thank you.’

When asked by Tess about his partner Luba, Nick shared: ‘Luba’s been amazing and just been so fabulous every day.

‘And I should say thank you also to all the background staff, the physios, all the people that have actually got me through this week, and to all of my fellow competitors who have been absolutely astounding, beautiful people.

‘There are some amazing dancers up there, and I will love watching the rest of the series.’

The annual Pride Of Britain Awards is returning for its 25th year, with Ashley Banjo and Carol Vorderman set to return as co-hosts.

Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks are on hand to host the red carpet, while GK Barry will be presenting online content at her very own bar during the event.

The TV presenter was well enough to return to Strictly but his comeback was short lived as he became the third celebrity eliminated last Sunday

Taking place since 1999, the ceremony honours the achievements of truly remarkable people from across the UK and all walks of life – nominated by members of the public.

After a shortlist has been produced from the thousands of entries, winners are chosen by the Pride of Britain judging panel.

Ahead of the ceremony, The King and the Prime Minister Keir Starmer led tributes to the nation’s unsung heroes.

The King called them ‘the very best’ of us, while Sir Keir said, ‘They embody everything that is great about Britain’.

October 21, 2024