Strictly star bursts into tears as Nick Knowles issues five-word reply about exit
ok.co.ukNick Knowles bid an emotional farewell to Strictly Come Dancing on It Takes Two, following his departure from the hit BBC One dance contest.The DIY SOS presenter, 62, became the third celeb to waltz away from the 20th series dance floor after losing the dance-off to Coronation Street's Shayne Ward.
This exit came hot on the heels of his comeback to the show after sitting out movie week due to a dodgy knee. During the It Takes Two episode, viewers were reaching for tissues as Nick's dance partner Luba Mushtuk got teary watching a clip reel of their journey together.
Overcome with emotion, the 34-year-old pro dancer managed to say "Yes" after the touching tribute, before pulling herself together to express her gratitude, telling Nick: "Thank you, thank you for being you and for being an incredible student.
I loved every single moment, we'll still dance again!". Nick had a succinct take on his Strictly exit, declaring: "It was the right result!".
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