Strictly Come Dancing last year after nine years as part of the professional line-up. At the time, the 32-year-old released a statement to announce his exit, telling fans he had "lots of exciting stuff planned".Reflecting on his departure in a new interview, the dancer admitted it was wife Janette Manrara's exit from the show that led him to quit.He said: "It was different doing it without Janette.
My job was very different."Strictly is the most incredible opportunity but sometimes I needed that shoulder right next to me for a hug.
It felt really different."The dancer went on to say he was advised not to leave, but thought "life is too short" and wanted to explore other things, such as acting.Lewis Hamilton confesses ‘I feel so alone’ after reflecting on splitJanette, 38, left the show after getting to the final with HRVY in 2020 to present Strictly: It Takes Two alongside Rylan Clark.She told OK!
Magazine of her decision: "That was the hardest goodbye. Even now, I tear up watching the group numbers."Now learning to live like a normal couple and spending time apart, the couple admitted it's a "weird" feeling.She added: "That was a transition for us.
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