BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas 'sent love' as she's left with 'heavy heart' after sad loss

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Shirley Ballas has been 'sent love' by fans after she shared an emotional tribute with a 'heavy heart' as she suffered a sad loss.

The Strictly Come Dancing star took to social media to pay tribute to former professional ballroom dancer Andrew Sinkinson. Shirley said she had known Andrew "since I was 13" as she confirmed they were having to say a "final goodbye" to the teacher known to many as the 'King of Foxtrot'.

Sharing a video of Andrew performing on Instagram, she emotionally penned: "Dearest Andrew Sinkinson. With a heavy heart I write this today.

A very sad day as we say a final goodbye to such a beautiful man. "I’ve known Andrew since I was 13. I have so many stories and so many memories over the years from competing with him, traveling and touring the world, to just generally be a part of his life.