A STRICTLY Come Dancing celebrity has been forced to pull out of the show this weekend.
The BBC One dance show has been thrown into chaos as Amanda Abbington has taken ill.
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A Strictly Come Dancing celebrity was forced to pull out of the show this weekend Credit: BBC
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The BBC One dance show has been thrown into chaos as Amanda Abbington has fallen illCredit: BBC
Actress Amanda (49) will not be on the dance floor with her partner Giovanni on Saturday night.
The Beeb said the Sherlock and Doc Martin star will hopefully be back in the competition next week.
A spokesperson explained: “Due to medical reasons Amanda Abbington will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend.
“Strictly Come Dancing protocols mean Amanda and Giovanni will be back next week, as all is well.”
Amanda and Giovanni were due to perform the Cha Cha on Strictly this weekend.
Host Janette Manrara broke the news that Amanda had fallen ill on spin-off show It Takes Two.
Opening the show, the new mum announced: “We have some breaking news, unfortunately due to medical reasons Amanda will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend.”
Fans immediately rushed to social media to wish the couple all the best.
One posted: “Get well soon Amanda and Giovanni.”
Another wrote: “Get well soon Amanda! Too bad I was looking forward to my Cha Cha this weekend. Sending her all the best.”
“Oh no, poor Amanda! I hope she and Giovanni come back next week,” said a third fan.
Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday at 6.35pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
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Amanda and Giovanni were due to perform the Cha Cha this weekend on StrictlyCredit: BBC
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Honest bosses are hoping Amanda and Giovanni will be back on the dance floor next weekendCredit: PA
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