Drag superstar La Voix has been forced to make a heartbreaking exit from Strictly Come Dancing, withdrawing from the competition just as the show arrived at the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
A Gut-Wrenching Announcement
The shock news was delivered live on air by host Tess Daly at the start of the Blackpool special. Daly revealed that following further advice from our medical team, the performer, whose real name is Christopher Dennis, could no longer continue in the contest.
La Voix, who had openly shared her dream of dancing at Blackpool, was seen in the audience during the announcement, with cameras capturing her visibly gutted reaction to the decision.
An Emotional Farewell to Fans
Simultaneously, the RuPaul's Drag Race star shared an emotional statement on Instagram, expressing profound disappointment. I'm absolutely devastated to be withdrawing from Strictly Come Dancing, they wrote.
The statement continued, This isn't the glittering exit I ever imagined, and it breaks my heart to feel like I'm letting people down. My spirit wanted to keep dancing but my foot has other ideas!
La Voix concluded by thanking supporters, saying, Thank you for every cheer, every vote, and every sparkle of support - it's meant the world to me. This isn't the ending I imagined, but I'll cherish this forever.
Show Format Changed and Fan Reaction
The unexpected withdrawal caused a major departure from the show's normal structure, leading producers to cancel the weekly dance-off. This means all six remaining celebrities will automatically progress to week 10 of the competition.
Fans of the BBC show quickly took to social media to share their sympathy for the star. One fan on X commented, La Voix getting injured the week of Blackpool is the most gutting moment on #Strictly since AJ got injured the week of the final.
Another supporter suggested a future role, writing, La Voix, so sad they've had to pull out of #Strictly her witty quips were brilliant, never know she may front the show next year. A third simply observed, La voix looks so sad in the background :( #strictly.
