Tony Adams breaks silence as he apologises for Strictly exit ‘Can no longer ignore advice'

Tyler West, 26, made it to Blackpool with the other Strictly Come Dancing stars, but sadly bowed out over the weekend. He has now posted a montage of farewell photos, along with the admission he is "gutted" to be leaving. Fans were fuming last night as they declared Shirley Ballas had made the "wrong call", amid a tense dance off between Tyler and Molly Rainford.However, Tyler was all smiles despite his disappointment as he shared his feelings with more than 80,000 followers."And just like that our @bbcstrictly journey has come to an end.

Strictly Come Dancing panel alongside Len Goodman and Craig Revel Horwood from 2004 until 2009. Arlene addressed the supposed advantage dance trained celebrities may have on the BBC show with the professional dancer saying all celebrities have a "real challenge" ahead of them.Prior to the start of the latest Strictly season, rumours spread about celebrities in the show lineup, who may have dance training.This included Helen Skelton who went to ballet school when she was younger and Kym Marsh who has training in theatre.Shutting down the criticism, Arlene said: "Everyones is aware when they go on Strictly that some people can dance and some people can't.

STRICTLY star Molly Rainford has broken silence on rumours of TWO secret romances with fellow stars. Her stunning looks have naturally seen her linked to other performers on Strictly, including pro Nikita Kuzmin, 24, and fellow celebrity Tyler West, 26. She said: “Apparently everyone thinks I’m dating all the cast, but what time do we have to date anyone while we’re on this show? “Anyone who’s squeezing it in, please share the tips.

SEANN Walsh’s pregnant girlfriend Grace Adderley has admitted that she refuses to look on social media to see trolls bashing the disgraced comic.  Grace revealed how I’m A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! is a “new chapter” for the comic, 36, after he became infamous for cheating on his then-girlfriend Rebecca Humphries by kissing his Strictly Come Dancing partner Katya Jones in 2018.  Arriving at Brisbane Airport ahead of checking into the five-star JW Marriott hotel on the Gold Coast, Grace said: “I hope this is a new chapter. “This is the Seann I know and I have tried not to look too much online.

This weekend the remaining Strictly Come Dancing stars will head to Blackpool - and BBC bosses have revealed the songs they will dance to this Saturday.

STRICTLY star Tony Adams could be headed for I’m A Celebrity next year after telling fans: "I'm hanging up my dancing shoes for good.” The football legend, 56, confessed he's relieved to be free from gruelling training after his eight-week run in the competition. But, as a sucker for punishment, Tony hinted he'd be up for a stint in the jungle next year - if he's approached by ITV.

TWO Strictly Come Dancing professional dancers have been spotted looking unrecognisable in a throwback as teenage pals. The snaps were shared to Instagram last night as a birthday celebration between the close friends - who have both competed as pros on the long-running BBC One programme.

Former footballer Tony Adams has spoken out about his decision to leave Strictly Come Dancing.

STRICTLY Come Dancing's Tony Adams got emotional on It Takes Two as he opened up about his difficult journey with sobriety. The 56-year-old footie ace withdrew from the competition on Sunday night due to injury, with his position in the bottom two proving to be the final straw. Joined by pro partner Katya Jones on spin-off It Takes Two, Tony admitted his time on the show proved to be a massive emotional journey, and fought back tears as he spoke.

Tony Adams withdrew from Strictly Come Dancing ahead of the dance-off last weekend after injuring himself during his Jive with Katya Jones, 33.The 56-year-old skipped performing the dance for a second time in a bid to save his place on the show against Tyler West.Presenter Tess Daly explained to viewers the Arsenal legend had made the decision to leave the show due to an injury.Following his withdrawal, many questioned whether alleged rows between him and Katya were the real reason for him leaving.His long-term wife Poppy Teacher has now shut down the speculation as she addressed his health issue.She said: "Taking part has taken its toll and it was time to drop out.Piers Morgan brands David Walliams 'one of TV's nastiest frauds'"He has gone much further on the show than he had hoped and it was time to leave."Poppy also shut down he had rows with Katya, but claimed they were both "punchy people".She added to the Mail Online: "He adored her and there was never a row as people have said.

STRICTLY'S Katya Jones was spotted walking through London looking down in the dumps following her shock departure. Katya who was partnered up with former Arsenal footballer Tony Adams, was seen for the first time since the pair were forced to quit the show as she strolled through the fog.

Strictly Come Dancing episode, Tony Adams, 56, withdrew from the competition after sustaining an injury during the live show.The 56-year-old performed an energetic Jive to Wilson Pickett's Land of 1000 Dances, which was met with cheers from the audience.His efforts however failed to impress the judges who only scored them 24 out of 40 points.Craig Revel Horwood went as far as calling their dance a "technical disaster".Following his performance, he landed himself in the bottom two alongside Dianne Buswell and Tyler West.Ahead of the two couples preparing to dance again, Tony made the decision to withdraw from the competition. Karren Brady brands Boy George ‘sanctimonious’ over Matt Hancock swipeHis departure meant that Dianne and Tyler got through to Blackpool week without needing to dance again.Now, Tony's wife Poppy has claimed he was given the chance to go straight through to this weekend's show, but he declined the offer. Taking to Twitter, a viewer named LizzieBiffo wrote: "Well Tony Adams showed his true narcissistic colours tonight didn't he?!"Too big of an ego and too much of a coward to do the dance-off! What an arrogant plum #Strictly."Hitting back, Poppy commented: "Are you a medical professional? Do you know what his injury was?"Do you know that they actually told him NOT to dance and instead go straight to Blackpool and he said no because that would have been unfair to everyone else?"In an emotional speech after his withdrawal, Tony said the show had taught him a lot about himself.He spilled: "I thought this 'journey' rubbish was nonsense but, my god, the rollercoaster of emotion.Michael Douglas looks frail as he continues to show off new red hair [PICTURED]Lori Harvey leaves little to the imagination in

I’M A Celebrity viewers have slammed Charlene White as a ‘rule breaker.’ The star, 42, was appointed deputy by new Camp Leader Matt Hancock, which meant they could sleep in an RV. But Charlene was less than impressed with the sleeping arrangement and opted out of the jungle bedroom after being scared of a spider.

Tony Adams, 56, had to sadly withdraw from Strictly Come Dancing after injuring himself on Saturday night's show.The Arsenal legend has been brought to tears today due to the overwhelming support he has received since making the "tough" decision, including a heart-wrenching tribute left by his dance partner Katya Jones.Tony's decision saved Tyler West and Dianne Buswell from last night's dance-off.Katya and Tony were bottom of the leaderboard after a 1960s-themed jive on Saturday night.The couple performed their Saturday night routine to Wilson Pickett's Land of 1000 Dances, making the studio audience cheer with excitement after executing a series of roly-polies.Since then, Tony has left an apology on Instagram, while Katya left a touching tribute to the Arsenal legend.Taking to Instagram to reply to the heartwarming tribute, he penned: "Stop making me cry.."A post shared by Tonyadamsofficial (@tonyadamsofficial)She shared a selection of snaps of the pair during their time on the show, praising Tony for "inspiring" those at home for his "surrender" to the experience.Katya continued: "I loved that Tony and Katya didn’t care what anyone would think, we did it our way! We took risks. We were fearless and bold.

OLIVIA Attwood has been spotted in the UK for the first time since her shock exit from I'm A Celebrity this week. The TV star appeared downcast as she headed out for the day with friends - keeping it casual in an all-black outfit and wellies. Olivia, 31, was forced to quit the ITV competition after abnormal blood results led to her being dramatically rushed to A&E.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans have called for Ellie Simmonds to be brought back into the competition after Tony Adams' departure. Sunday's instalment of the BBC show saw the footballer quit the competition after a shock injury.

STRICTLY's Ellie Taylor has admitted her daughter is convinced she sleeps with her dance partner Johannes Radebe in bed every night. The 38-year-old has moved out of the bedroom she shares with her husband Phil Black while on the BBC dance show.

DEVASTATED Tony Adams has been forced to quit Strictly Come Dancing after a shock injury. The 56-year-old made it through to week eight of the BBC show along with dance partner Katya Jones. Tonight host Tess Daly revealed his dramatic departure after he found himself bottom of the leaderboard on Saturday night.

Tony Adams has handed in his dancing shoes and walked away from Strictly Come Dancing after claims he sustained an injury during Saturday night's show.