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Jessica Sansome

Made in Chelsea's Jamie Laing forced to quit Strictly Come Dancing

Jamie Laing has been forced to quit Strictly Come Dancing due to injury.

The Made In Chelsea regulars Strictly future was in doubt after he sustained a foot injury during the group dance which was filmed for the launch show set to air on the BBC on Saturday.

Jamie, 30, has now had to pull out of the line-up all together, just weeks before the series fully begins.

The reality star has been reigned to crutches after damaging a tendon in his right foot.

The gutted TV personality said: "I'm absolutely devastated that I'm unable to continue in the competition, I was so excited to hit the dance floor!

Jamie picked up his injury during filming for the launch show (Lia Toby/Getty Images)

"I would like to wish the lovely couples all the very best and hope they enjoy their time on the show to the fullest."

In a statement, the BBC said: "Sadly, due to an injury, Jamie Laing will no longer be able to take part in this year’s series of Strictly Come Dancing.

"As the Strictly launch show is pre-recorded, Jamie will still feature in this programme which airs Saturday September 7."

Executive producer Sarah James also added: "We are so sad that Jamie won’t be able to take part in the series, he had already lit up the ballroom during the launch show with his boundless energy and enthusiasm.

"We all wish him a full and speedy recovery."

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