Nick Knowles makes Strictly exit admission as partner Luba Mushtuk reduced to tears

Nick Knowles admitted he thought his Strictly Come Dancing journey was over following a knee injury sustained in training.

The DIY SOS presenter made his return to the dancefloor on Saturday night (12 October) with his professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk.

The couple performed the dance they should have performed for movie week last week – Paddington Bear.

After scoring a grand total of 21, the presenter, who dedicated the routine to his son, said: “This time last week I thought I was out.”

Reduced to tears, partner Luba added: “Nick was determiend to dance and the fact he fell in love with dancing is one of the most beautiful things.”