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Ryan Thomas has expressed his pride for his brother Adam Thomas, following the actor’s exit from Strictly Come Dancing at the weekend.
The Waterloo Road star, 35, and his pro partner Luba Mushtuk became the sixth couple to be eliminated from the show after losing out to Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington in the dance-off.
But his older brother Ryan, 39, has praised the star for getting so far and called him an ‘inspiration’ for dancing while suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.
He gushed that Adam had pushed through the pain and added: ‘People have no idea what that guy’s been through.’
Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term illness in which the immune system causes the body to attack itself, causing painful, swollen and stiff joints.
Proud brother: Ryan Thomas has expressed his pride for his brother Adam Thomas , following the actor’s exit from Strictly Come Dancing at the weekend (Ryan pictured in March)
Exit: The Waterloo Road star, 35, and his pro partner Luba Mushtuk became the sixth couple to be eliminated from the show after losing out to Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington in the dance-off
Admiration: But his older brother Ryan, 39, has praised the star for getting so far and called him an ‘inspiration’ for dancing while suffering from rheumatoid arthritis (Ryan and Adam pictured with Lucy Mecklenburgh on show last month)
RA, the second most common form of arthritis that often begins between the ages of 40 and 50, tends to strike the hands, wrists and knees.
Scientists are currently unsure as to the exact cause of RA, but smoking, eating lots of red meat and coffee drinkers are at higher risk.
A cure has yet to be found, but treatments are available and proven to help slow down the progressive condition.
Adam revealed he had the condition in August, explaining the pain was sometimes so severe he was left barely able to walk or unable to get out of bed.
But he also revealed his diagnosis had inspired him to sign up for Strictly, as he wanted to ‘be able to move again, get fit and do it, all with a smile on my face!’
Taking to his Instagram Story, Ryan filmed himself singing his sibling’s praises, saying: ‘Guys, can we just talk about how amazing my brother is? I mean, who needs friends when you have brothers like me.
‘I’m in awe of the guy. He’s an inspiration to me because he’s completely stepped out of his comfort zone – mentally, physically, emotionally – and I know I speak to him most days, if not every day, and I know what he’s been through.
‘The pain that he covers up with a smile on his face because of his arthritis. People have no idea what that guy’s been through.’
Inspiration: Ryan gushed that Adam had pushed through the pain and added: ‘People have no idea what that guy’s been through’
Struggles: Adam revealed he had the condition in August, explaining the pain was sometimes so severe he was left barely able to walk or unable to get out of bed
Disappointing: Adam and Luba trailed at the bottom of the leaderboard on Saturday with their American Rumba to Dancing On My Own by Calum Scott, scoring 27 points out of 40
Close call: Judge Anton Du Beke called the dance-off the ‘closest one’ so far this series, but ultimately all four judges chose to save Angela and Kai
The Coronation Street continued: ‘He doesn’t complain, he just gets his head down and gets on with it and to watch him progress in that show and get so much out of it…
‘Everything happens for a reason, I really believe in that, and I know he’ll take this experience as a positive and I’m just proud of him. I’m really, really proud of him.’
The soap star, who is set to star in Dancing On Ice next year, added: ‘And do you know what I love about him, every time I spoke to him throughout the show, all he ever talks about is how amazing everybody is. The guy just champions everyone.’
Adam and Luba trailed at the bottom of the leaderboard on Saturday with their American Rumba to Dancing On My Own by Calum Scott, scoring 27 points out of 40.
Judge Anton Du Beke called the dance-off the ‘closest one’ so far this series, but ultimately all four judges chose to save Angela and Kai.
However, this decision has proven to be controversial, as fans fumed that the ‘wrong person’ went home after the fearsome showdown between the two couples.
Speaking on It Takes Two on Monday, Adam broke his silence after the surprise axe from the show, admitting he ‘knew he’d be in trouble’.
He said: ‘Ah, I mean the Rumba was definitely one of those dances that I wanted to do – probably not the best dance to do on the back of a dance-off!
Speaking out: Speaking on It Takes Two on Monday, Adam broke his silence after the surprise axe from the show, admitting he ‘knew he’d be in trouble’
‘But you know what, I enjoyed it. I thought we did a fantastic job. A really good job. So that being said we can leave with our head held high. ‘
Host Fleur East went on to ask about him about the dance off: ‘Was it tough?’
‘I mean,’ laughed Adam, ‘I knew going up against Angela we’d be in trouble. She’s amazing!
‘But look, if anyone was going to send us home, I’m happy that it was Angela. She’s amazing and I mean she was just so elegant. But yeah I’m really happy for her.’
But not everyone was in agreement, with one fan taking to Twitter, to say: ‘Only caught the dance off of this week’s #Strictly and it was clearly the wrong decision?’
Another echoed: ‘Sorry, wrong decision. Adam had a lot of potential to keep getting better, his scores have been consistently climbing.
‘Angela is great, especially considering her age, but she has a lot of experience, and realistically she won’t get any better than she is now. #strictly.’
Adam also took to his own Instagram on Tuesday with Luba to thank their fans for their support through the competition.
He began by admitting: ‘Hi guys, it’s been a while. Sorry guys, I’ve not been very active on here. Just needed a day to reflect… truthfully I was hungover.
‘We just wanted to jump on here and say to everyone thank you. Thank you for your support, to everyone who picked up the phone and voted week on week. We would never have gotten to week 7 if it wasn’t for you guys, and this one as well actually.’
Turning to Luba he added: ‘I couldn’t have gotten to week 7 without you darling’ and Luba quipped: ‘No you couldn’t’.
Adam continued: ‘What a journey it’s been. But unfortunately our Strictly Come Dancing journey is over. But we had a blast.’
Luba then became visibly tearful, causing Adam to start laughing and say: ‘Don’t cry! It’s fine Luba. No not again!
‘Sorry guys she’s very emotional because she feels like she’s not going to see me again, but you’re going to be in my life forever! Don’t worry. I gotta go get her a tissue now.’
Captioning the clip, he wrote: ‘Thank you so much for all your messages and all the love shared!!! We couldn’t have got as far, as we did, with out you !!!
‘But that is it!! Hanging my dancing shoes up for a little while now, going to put my feet up and watch the show from home with the family!!
‘But will look back on this experience with a huge smile on my face ❤️ Love from me and this special one @lubamushtuk ❤️’.
Grateful: Adam also took to his own Instagram on Tuesday with Luba to thank their fans for their support through the competition
Had a great time: Adam continued: ‘What a journey it’s been. But unfortunately our Strictly Come Dancing journey is over. But we had a blast’
Emotional: Luba then became visibly tearful, causing Adam to start laughing and say: ‘Don’t cry! It’s fine Luba. No not again!’
Captioning the clip, he wrote: ‘Hanging my dancing shoes up for a little while now, going to put my feet up and watch the show from home with the family!!’
STRICTLY COME DANCING 2023: THE CONTESTANTS’ PROFILES
Angela Rippon
Age: 78
Profession: Journalist
Angela says: ‘Having been a fan of Strictly since day one, and as a former presenter of Come Dancing, this will be quite an adventure for me. A scary one, considering I’m about to be 79. But I’m looking forward to the challenge, and perhaps being able to learn to dance the Argentine Tango.’
Layton Williams
Age: 28
Profession: Actor
Layton says: ‘Absolutely buzzing to confirm that I will be taking part in THE most iconic dance competition in the UK! It’s time to bring it to the Ballroom. So excited to learn new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!’
Krishnan Guru-Murthy
Age: 53
Profession: Journalist
Krishnan says: ‘I’m surprised, delighted and slightly confused to find myself taking part in Strictly on the basis of ‘You only live once!’ I can’t wait to start learning to dance, but I am slightly worried about my general decrepitude.’
Eddie Kadi
Age: 40
Profession: Comedian and radio presenter
Eddie says: ‘WOW. Anyone who knows me, understands that music and dance is so important and central to who I am. I’m so unbelievably proud and honoured that Strictly and the BBC have asked me to join the 2023 Team. I promise you, I’m going to give it everything I’ve got. This is going to be a VIBE.
Angela Scanlon
Age: 39
Profession: TV presenter
Angela says: ‘I’m not particularly fit, I’ve no idea how my pelvic floor is going to react to this dancing. I’ve never done any dances apart from drunken jiving at a wedding!’
Adam Thomas
Age: 34
Profession: Actor and presenter
Adam says: ‘I can’t dance to save my life but I’m buzzing to learn and have a good laugh with my pro. Get me on that dance floor…I can’t wait!’
Ellie Leach
Age: 22
Profession: Coronation Street star
Ellie says: ‘It still doesn’t feel real that I’m going to be doing Strictly!! It’s always been a dream of mine so I guess dreams really do come true!!!!’
Bobby Brazier
Age: 20
Profession: EastEnders star and model
Bobby says: ‘I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly line up, I can’t wait to start training like a professional dancer and adding a few moves to my locker. I’m looking forward to performing in-front of everyone.’
Nigel Harman
Age: 49
Profession: Actor
Nigel says: ‘I’m amazed, excited, and terrified to be doing Strictly. As an armchair fan of the show I have watched in awe as people have twirled and gyrated across the screen. And now it’s my turn…..gulp!’
Annabel Croft
Age: 57
Profession: Broadcaster and ex tennis player
Annabel says: ‘I have always loved watching Strictly and can’t quite believe I’m going to be part of this magical show – swapping tennis balls for glitter balls and looking forward to finding some joyfulness in the process.’
