Gemma Atkinson joked she'll save a fortune after boyfriend Gorka Marquez was dropped from the Strictly Come Dancing line-up.
While the professional will still be part of this year's show, he won't be paired with a celebrity partner, and he won't be in the running to get his hands on the Glitterball trophy.
After rumours began to surface, Gorka, who recently welcomed daughter Mia with Gemma, took to Instagram to tell his side of the story.
He said: "For everybody that’s been asking, I can let you know that this series, I sadly won’t be partnered with a celebrity for the main series of Strictly. However, I will still be heavily involved in all of the group numbers and all things Strictly!
"I’m excited to see this year’s celebs and my fellow professionals dance for the Glitter Ball and I hope to be back fighting for it next year.
"As always, it’s gonna be a GREAT series."
Gemma replied: "Will save me a fortune voting Love you"
His fans were devastated, but said they hoped he'd enjoy spending more time with Gemma and their new baby.
One said: "Nooo why?? You are brilliant?? I hope it’s your choice so you can spend more time with baby and mum"
Another commented: "Such a shame ur an amazing dancer"
And another said: "Gutted. My fave Male pro"
It's heavily rumoured that both Neil and Katya Jones will be getting paired with a celebrity this year.
The coupled announced at the weekend that they're ending their marriage.
Pro Graziano Di Prima has also revealed that he won't be paired with a celeb this year.
He said on Instagram: "Just letting all the fans know that I will not have a celeb partner this series, but don't worry...
"I am not going anywhere! You will see me every Saturday/Sunday nights in all our amazing group dances, on It Takes Two and across the series.
"We have some amazing routines alrady and I can't wait for you to see them all!
"To my fellow pro's, good luck for a magical series! Let's do this and I love you all! Graz"
Rehearsals have already kicked off.
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