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THE DUO ARE PREPARING TO GO ON TOUR ACROSS THE UK THIS SUMMER 12:28, 30 May 2025 Strictly stars Dianne Buswell and Vito Coppola have issued an ‘extremely sad’ announcement to their fans. The

professional dancers have already been confirmed to be returning for the next series of the popular BBC dancing competition. Last year saw the close friends both reach the final of

Strictly’s 22nd season, with Dianne lifting the glitterball for the first time with comedian Chris McCausland. Vito and Miranda actress Sarah Hadland were runners-up, along with JB Gill and

Lauren Oakley, and Tasha Ghouri and Aljaž Škorjanec. Keeping busy as they prepare to step in front of the camera later in the year, Dianne and Vito recently announced their new stage show,

Red Hot and Ready. The pair were set to be joined by Pasquale La Rocca, a dancer who the Irish version of Strictly two years in a row. Sadly, Dianne and Vito issued a statement on their

joint Instagram account that Pasquale is no longer taking part in the show due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’. “Unfortunately, due to an unforeseen illness, Pasquale has had to withdraw from

our tour. We're extremely sad at this news as Pasquale was a valued member of our company. “We want to wish him all the love, health and best wishes for a quick recovery and hopefully

we'll see him back on the 'Red Hot & Ready' stage in the future,” the post read. Issuing a response, Pasquale wrote: “Thank you everyone, I’m devastated to come to this

decision but my health has to come first. “When I agreed to be part of this project I knew it was going to be something pretty special. Sending so much love and best of luck to

@diannebuswell @vitocoppola @jasongilkison and the all team. This is going to be the show of the year, I promise.” Devastated fans took to the comments section of the post to send their

sympathies to Pasquale and wish him a speedy recovery. @patmason656 said: “Get well soon will miss you on the tour was looking forward to seeing you.” @denisedekneez added: “Truly sad..

@pasqualelarocca will I’m sure be very much missed.” @cclau2018 wrote: “So sad @pasqualelarocca is such an asset to any production but health comes first. Sending love and healing.”

@shirleighshirlz posted: “Get well soon @pasqualelarocca.” Article continues below @kristiemagpantay commented: “Get well soon, @pasqualelarocca. Love lots for you.” @elliegx_ stated: “Awh

no, I hope he gets better soon sending lots of well wishes.”