Strictly's Delta Goodrem forced to pull out days before Icons week
Strictly It Takes Two ground to a halt for some breaking news as host Ellie Taylor confirmed Delta Goodrem will not take part in next week's Strictly Come Dancing following an injury. She read out a statement from the BBC which clarified the situation. It began: "Due to injury, Delta Goodrem has been advised by doctors to rest and, as a result, will not dance on this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing. In line with the rules of the show, Delta and Kai will receive a bye through to next week, when it is hoped they will be able to dance again. We wish Delta the very best as she continues her recovery," it read.
TL;DR
- Delta Goodrem will not compete in next week's Strictly Come Dancing due to a rib injury.
- She and her professional partner Kai will receive a bye to the subsequent week, with hopes for her recovery.
- Goodrem expressed her disappointment, calling the situation 'heartbreaking' after topping the leaderboard for two consecutive weeks.
- The couple achieved the first nine of the series for their Salsa routine.
- Delta Goodrem became emotional after receiving a video message from her family in Australia.
- Her withdrawal means only 12 couples will participate in Icons Week.