Strictly’s live tour has suffered another setback as Vito Coppola announced his departure due to a recurring injury.
The news follows Wynne Evans being dropped from the tour after making an inappropriate sexual joke.
Coppola took to Instagram with videos of himself and dance partner Sarah Hadland, expressing his regret in a heartfelt message: “This is the way I would like to remember this tour Trilly.”
He continued: “Even though I won’t be able to be with you on the Strictly Arena Tour, we had the chance to dance one more time together and it has been as always super beautiful and memorable.”
Emphasising positivity, he added: “Let’s always see the glass half full and to stay, keep and spread positivity. We have closed the circle of our journey Trilly and I am glad that we have lifted the trophy together. Team Tiramisu for one last time.”
Coppola promised to continue supporting the tour from the sidelines: “I will keep following you and cheering for you, as always and I will come to watch the show every single time I can, so don’t worry, you won’t get rid of me. I promised you that I will take more care of me and my body and I want you to promise me that you will always stay the same enthusiastic, super active, smiling and jumpy person I have met few months ago, before this incredible experience started… keep shining Trilly, you are full of life.”
“You are a beautiful person, an amazing woman and the best mom. You know that I Mean It! ! ! Love you tiny little Trilly. Good luck to everyone and don’t have too much fun without me jokiiiing…Have the best time and Enjoyyyyy.
“Thanks to you all beautiful people, for the support, for the lovely messages and for everything you constantly do for me. You make me feel loved and warmly welcomed. Keep Danciiiiiiing.”
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