Serious stars share sadness after Aljaz Skorjanec’s series of days of giving up after nine years

Serious dance group stars Nadiya Bychkova and Graziano Di Prima have shared how ‘strange’ it feels that Aljaz Skorjanec will not be returning to the BBC.

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This morning: Alison Hammond ‘devastated’ by Alijaz . exit

Nadiya Bychkova and Graziano Di Prima shared their reactions to professional dance partner Aljaz Skorjanec quitting the show.

Aljaz announced his decision to leave his role on the BBC series last month and will not return for the 2022 series – with the professional lineup now revealed.

After nine years on the show, Aljaz explained his decision to quit – with his replacement dancer now confirmed.

Speaking to This Morning on Thursday, his co-stars said it was “strange” to learn he wouldn’t be returning, as showrunner and former Strictly star Alison Hammond admitted she was “stricken” devastated”.

Alison said: “I’m missing Aljaz from serious film, it’s just the first movie he won’t be in. I’m absolutely devastated.”

Nadiya agrees: “Just the thought of him not being there….” as Graziano shared his own thoughts.

He said: “It’s weird without Aljaz. He’s one of the men in the room, he’s the one who makes us laugh. He’s like, ‘Come on guys, push, let’s go. let’s go.” We’ll miss him a lot.”

Last month, the star announced that he was leaving after nine years on the show as a professional dancer.

The star, who competed against Dragon’s Den’s Sara Davies last year, admitted he made the decision that 2021 would be his last appearance ‘some time ago.’

To pay tribute to his past celebrity partners, his rigorous behind-the-scenes team and fellow professionals, Aljaž said he is deeply moved to leave after almost a decade. century.

Aljaž said: “On a sunny day in May 2013, one phone call changed my life forever!

“It went like this…we wanted to offer you a spot on @bbcstrictly as a professional dancer. A dream come true and it’s the greatest opportunity for With a 23-year-old guy from Slovenia. It doesn’t matter how so many beautiful ballrooms I’ve performed in my playing career, stepping on the sacred floor is something that thrills me. the most ever.

“A little while ago, I made the difficult decision that Seriously 2021 will be my last year. The program has given me the opportunity and freedom to create and express myself in front of millions of people every day. weekend for the past 9 years Love and support I’m from a team of producers second to none.Louise Rainbow, Sarah James, Kim Winston, Jack Gledhill are just a few of the unsung heroes behind after the success of the movie – I am forever grateful to them!

“Being part of a team of professionals who inspire and push you to be better every step of the way is humbling and I will carry that inspiration forever. Each year, the lineup of dancers changes. but one thing remains the same, WE ARE THE BEST!And this is one thing that i know will never change for serious!