Tom Fletcher has admitted it's "incredibly frustrating" not being able to perform on 'Strictly Come Dancing' tonight (02.10.21) in an update to fans, after he tested positive for COVID-19.
Tom Fletcher (c) Instagram Story
The 36-year-old McFly rocker and his professional partner on the BBC One dancing contest, Amy Dowden, are both self-isolating after returning positive test results, and Tom revealed he is devastated to miss the first live show of the series.
The father-of-three - who has Buzz, seven, Buddy, five, and Max, three, with his wife Giovanna Fletcher - admitted that the worst part of it all is having to quarantine away from his kids.
Tom told fans in a video on his Instagram Story: “Today is a tough day. It’s a 'Strictly' day. I’m going to be watching 'Strictly' tonight.
“I’ll be cheering everyone on. I desperately, desperately, wish I was there dancing. I know Amy will be doing the same and it will be incredibly frustrating.
“But what’s even more frustrating is not being able to see my kids."
The musician - who had been touring with the 'Obviously' hitmakers alongside his 'Strictly' training - and Amy will be allowed to return to the dancefloor next week, provided they're healthy enough to do so.
The BBC said in a statement last weekend: "While they will both miss Saturday's live show, 'Strictly Come Dancing' protocols mean that all being well, they will return the following week."
And Amy admitted she is "so grateful" that the pair will be allowed to resume their 'Strictly' journey next week, as she prepares to tune in and support their 'Strictly' rivals from the sofa.
She wrote on her Instagram page: "I can’t tell you how much I am missing today’s band call, hair and make up, dress run and the nerves of a live show! I can’t even begin to explain but so grateful to be able to return next week for movie week with the lovely @tomfletcher #mcflowden.
"Sending all my love and luck in the World to all the fabulous couples today. I’m going to be on the edge of my sofa shouting and supporting you all (you will probs hear me at Elstree)! Tune in tonight 18.45 for another great show (sic)"
'Strictly Come Dancing' is live on BBC One from 6.45pm.
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