Aj Pritchard has quit Strictly Come Dancing after four years on the show.
The professional dancer was due to return to the show this year but has now announced his departure.
Taking to Twitter, AJ wrote: "I have some news for you all. Please see the below statement from my team, also sending my love to everyone in this difficult time, please keep safe. AJ x."
A statement from his team then read: "After four years on Strictly Come Dancing, AJ has decided to leave the show and follow his dreams to explore opportunities in the presenting world alongside his brother Curtis.
"AJ would like like to thank the team at Strictly and everyone at the BBC for giving him such a brilliant opportunity.
"AJ would also like to send his love and gratitude to all who have followed and supported his career. He is excited for you all to join him on the next chapter of his journey."
BBC Strictly also made an announcement, posting on social media they wrote: "Following @Aj11Ace’s announcement today, the entire Strictly family would like to wish him every success for the future."
A statement read: "We would like to thank AJ for four fantastic years on Strictly Come Dancing.
"He is a brilliant dancer who reached three semi-finals during his time on the show.
"He will be missed by fans and the Strictly family. We wish him all the best for the future."
It comes after Kevin Clifton exited the show after seven years.
The pro addressed his departure on social media and told fans the last seven years had been "some of the most wonderful" of his life and that he'd been part of something truly special.
He confirmed he was leaving on a high following the Children in Need trophy and the Christmas Special and said he wanted to focus on other areas of his life and career.
He has since announced he will be playing Scott Hastings in the stage adaption of Strictly Ballroom.
