BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington 'so sad' as she breaks silence following exit

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Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington has broken her silence following her withdrawal from the competition. The news of her exit was announced by It Takes Two host Fleur East on Monday evening's Strictly spin-off show (October 23).

On Tuesday (October 24), the Sherlock actress shared an update with her Instagram followers. She posted a photo of her dancing shoes, with a lengthy caption where she explained it was with the 'deepest regret' that she had to leave the show.

She cited 'personal reasons' for quitting the show and thanked the Strictly team for looking after her. READ MORE: BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach supported as she celebrates competition milestone and says 'I am so thankful' READ MORE: Giovanni responds as Amanda Abbington dramatically quits Strictly Come Dancing She said: "I did not come to this decision easily or lightly but for personal reasons I am unable to continue.

It was an absolute joy working with my fellow contestants, they are a beautiful, hardworking and talented group of people who I love and who I will miss seeing every Friday and Saturday and competing alongside. "I want to thank the incredible Production team and everyone on Strictly who looked after me and who are so kind and caring.