Nick Knowles Exits Strictly Come Dancing: Emotional Moments and Injuries

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Nick Knowles, a 62-year-old DIY SOS star, became the third celebrity to exit the 20th anniversary series of Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday night. The emotional exit saw his professional partner, Luba Mushtuk, break down in tears as they watched a heartfelt montage of their best moments on the show. Nick, who had been absent from the competition due to a knee injury, stated that it was the right decision for him to exit, citing his need to address his various health issues.

Key Takeaways:

  • Nick Knowles, a 62-year-old DIY SOS star, was the third celebrity to exit Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday night.
  • His professional partner, Luba Mushtuk, broke down in tears during an emotional montage of their best moments on the show.
  • Nick had been absent from the competition due to a knee injury, sustained during rehearsals on the Friday prior to last week's Saturday night show.
  • He had previously injured his shoulder and arm while changing a car tyre.
  • Nick stated that it was the right decision for him to exit the competition, citing his need to address his various health issues.
  • The show will return to BBC One on Saturday, October 19, with the results show on October 20.

Statistics:

  • 20th anniversary series of Strictly Come Dancing.
  • 62-year-old age of Nick Knowles.
  • 3rd celebrity exit of the series.
  • 1 week absence from the competition due to knee injury.
  • 5-word response from Nick Knowles regarding his exit: "It was the right result!"
  • 2 operations scheduled for Nick Knowles: one on his arm and another on his knee in a couple of weeks' time.
  • Saturday, October 19, and October 20 showtimes for Strictly Come Dancing and its results show on BBC One.

Sources:

  • Entertainment website, Digital Spy, quoting Nick Knowles' comments on Strictly Come Dancing.
  • Strictly Come Dancing's official BBC One website.
  • The Sun, reporting on Nick Knowles' knee injury.
  • DIY SOS and Strictly Come Dancing accounts on social media platforms.