Strictly bosses ‘fear Amanda Abbington will quit the show’ following her pulling out at the last minute and ‘sharing quote about mental health’
Strictly Come Dancing bosses are said to be fearful Amanda Abbington will quit the series after pulling out of Saturday’s show at the last minute.
The Sherlock star, 49, reportedly shared a poignant post about mental health after it was revealed she and partner Giovanni Pernice, 33, would skip dancing on medical grounds.
And now The Sun reports producers are concerned Amanda, who hasn’t addressed the reason for her absence, will opt to leave the competition all together as she ‘won’t be ready’ to compete again next week.
Former Strictly pro AJ Pritchard, 28, told the publication: ‘Amanda will have been putting her body through a regime she isn’t used to and putting muscles under strain’.
‘It’s important that she gets the rest that she needs now.’
Ill health: Strictly Come Dancing bosses are said to be fearful Amanda Abbington, 49, will quit the series after pulling out of Saturday’s show at the last minute (Amanda pictured previously on the show)
MIA: The Sherlock star reportedly shared a poignant post about mental health after it was revealed she and partner Giovanni Pernice , 33, would skip dancing on medical grounds
MailOnline have contacted Strictly reps for comment.
It comes after the show’s stars sent ‘all their love’ to Amanda at the start of Saturday’s show.
After introducing this weeks couples, hosts Claudia Winkleman, 51, and Tess Daly, 54, made heartfelt speech about Amanda’s absence.
Claudia said: ‘Now as you may have noticed, Amanda and Giovanni are missing from the line up, due to medical reasons Amanda is unable to perform this week’.
Tess continued: ‘As per the rules of the competition she has been given a bye and all being well will return to the ballroom next weekend’.
Then Claudia gushed: ‘Amanda, we are all sending you so much love’.
As Tess also sent her best wishes adding: ‘So much love to you’.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, fans were disappointed not to see the Sherlock star dancing and hoped to see her back on screen soon.
We miss you: And reports suggest producers are concerned Amanda, who hasn’t addressed the reason for her absence, will opt to leave the competition all together as she ‘won’t be ready’ to compete again next week
Inside scoop: Former Strictly pro AJ Pritchard , 28, said: ‘Amanda will have been putting her body through a regime she isn’t used to and putting muscles under strain’
One wrote: ‘Hope Amanda is already feeling better, looking forward to her return next week’.
With a second stating: ‘Hurry up and come back Amanda!’.
While someone else said: ‘Oooh I miss Amanda and Gio tonight. Can’t wait for her to be back next week’.
And one fan’s cat was gutted saying: ‘Junior is sad Amanda and Giovanni are not well’
Get well soon: It comes after the show’s stars sent ‘all their love’ to Amanda at the start of Saturday’s show (L-R) hosts Claudia Winkleman, 51, and Tess Daly, 54
Best wishes: Claudia said: ‘Now as you may have noticed, Amanda and Giovanni are missing from the line up, due to medical reasons Amanda is unable to perform this week
MIA: Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, fans were disappointed not to see the Sherlock star dancing and hoped to see her back on screen soon
It was announced on It Takes Two on Friday that Amanda had dropped out of this weekend’s live show due to medical reasons and is set to return next week.
Amanda, who hasn’t addressed the reason for her absence, reportedly shared a poignant message to her Instagram Stories on Saturday in a now-deleted post.
She re-shared a quote about mental health from late actor Robin Williams originally posted by an account called ‘positiveminds011’, according to The Mirror.
The poignant quote read: ‘People don’t fake depression… they fake being okay. Remember that. Be kind.’
Amanda has seemingly since deleted the post, as it is no longer featured on her Instagram Stories.
MailOnline has contacted Amanda’s representatives for comment.
STRICTLY COME DANCING 2023: WHO ARE THE CONTESTANTS?
Angela Rippon
Age: 78
Profession: Journalist
Angela says: ‘Having been a fan of Strictly since day one, and as a former presenter of Come Dancing, this will be quite an adventure for me. A scary one, considering I’m about to be 79. But I’m looking forward to the challenge, and perhaps being able to learn to dance the Argentine Tango.’
Amanda Abbington
Age: 49
Profession: Actress
Amanda says: ‘I’m thrilled to have been asked to do Strictly. I’m actually really shy and self-conscious so this will be a great opportunity for me to overcome those things.’
Layton Williams
Age: 28
Profession: Actor
Layton says: ‘Absolutely buzzing to confirm that I will be taking part in THE most iconic dance competition in the UK! It’s time to bring it to the Ballroom. So excited to learn new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!’
Krishnan Guru-Murthy
Age: 53
Profession: Journalist
Krishnan says: ‘I’m surprised, delighted and slightly confused to find myself taking part in Strictly on the basis of ‘You only live once!’ I can’t wait to start learning to dance, but I am slightly worried about my general decrepitude.’
Eddie Kadi
Age: 40
Profession: Comedian and radio presenter
Eddie says: ‘WOW. Anyone who knows me, understands that music and dance is so important and central to who I am. I’m so unbelievably proud and honoured that Strictly and the BBC have asked me to join the 2023 Team. I promise you, I’m going to give it everything I’ve got. This is going to be a VIBE.
Angela Scanlon
Age: 39
Profession: TV presenter
Angela says: ‘I’m not particularly fit, I’ve no idea how my pelvic floor is going to react to this dancing. I’ve never done any dances apart from drunken jiving at a wedding!’
Zara McDermott
Age: 26
Profession: Documentary maker and former Love Island star
Zara says: ‘I am so excited to be joining the world of Strictly! I grew up watching it every year with my nan and she was the biggest Strictly fan. We would dance around the house and I have such fond memories of that time in my life.’
Adam Thomas
Age: 34
Profession: Actor and presenter
Adam says: ‘I can’t dance to save my life but I’m buzzing to learn and have a good laugh with my pro. Get me on that dance floor…I can’t wait!’
Ellie Leach
Age: 22
Profession: Coronation Street star
Ellie says: ‘It still doesn’t feel real that I’m going to be doing Strictly!! It’s always been a dream of mine so I guess dreams really do come true!!!!’
Bobby Brazier
Age: 20
Profession: EastEnders star and model
Bobby says: ‘I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly line up, I can’t wait to start training like a professional dancer and adding a few moves to my locker. I’m looking forward to performing in-front of everyone.’
Nigel Harman
Age: 49
Profession: Actor
Nigel says: ‘I’m amazed, excited, and terrified to be doing Strictly. As an armchair fan of the show I have watched in awe as people have twirled and gyrated across the screen. And now it’s my turn…..gulp!’
Annabel Croft
Age: 57
Profession: Broadcaster and ex tennis player
Annabel says: ‘I have always loved watching Strictly and can’t quite believe I’m going to be part of this magical show – swapping tennis balls for glitter balls and looking forward to finding some joyfulness in the process.’
Message: Amanda, who hasn’t addressed the reason for her absence, reportedly shared a poignant message to her Instagram Stories on Saturday in a now-deleted post
Pulled out: It was announced on It Takes Two on Friday that the actress, 49, who is partnered with Giovanni Pernice, had dropped out of this weekend’s live show due to medical reasons
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