There will be disappointment for Bruno Tonioli fans today as celebrity reporter, Courtney Tezeno speaking from the US to Christine Lampard on Lorrain confirmed for viewers that Bruno Tonioli will not be returning to the UK this Christmas to take part in Strictly Come Dancing's seasonal special.
Courtney said: "The holidays are going to look a little bit different for you all in the UK. Bruno is not going to return for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special this year.
"He's going to be over here in the US with us judging Dancing With The Stars instead. So I'm sorry everyone that looks forward to that every season.
"But he will return at some point for his arena tour.."
Bruno confirmed earlier this month that he will be part of the Strictly Come Dancing UK tour.
The Mirror reported that the Italian star pulled out of the current series over travel restrictions between Britain and the US, where he is a judge on Dancing With The Stars.
Anton Du Beke took his place on Strictly but Bruno will be reunited with Shirley Ballas and Craig Revel Horwood in a string of live shows.
Bruno, 65, said: “I am absolutely delighted to be back on the judging panel for the Strictly Arena Tour for the first time in two years.
“I’ve missed my fellow judges, I’ve missed the glitz and glamour of the tour and I’ve missed the amazing audiences that come to see us – I hope you have missed me too.”
The air date for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special is to be confirmed.
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