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Verity Sulway

Strictly's Catherine Tyldesley and Johannes Radebe sob backstage after being axed

Strictly Come Dancing 's Catherine Tyldesley and Johannes Radebe are utterly heartbroken at being axed from the show in Sunday's episode.

The pair were eliminated after Shirley Ballas was given the deciding vote and opted to save Mike Bushell and Katya Jones.

Corrie star Catherine immediately burst into tears and struggled to get her words out as she said goodbye to presenter Tess Daly.

She has now revealed she is still sobbing backstage with her former dance partner, and her husband took a photo of the dancing couple sharing a tender moment.

In the photo, Johannes is kissing Catherine's hand while they sit together looking downcast.

Catherine rests her hand on Johannes' knee as they contemplate their shock exit.

She wrote: My husband  @tompitfield7  took this picture when we had a good cry afterwards. Tears of joy and appreciation for each other. I love this man so much.

Catherine looked devastated (BBC/Guy Levy)


"WHAT a journey!! Thankyou all for your messages, your love and support. Thankyou Bbc for this opportunity."

Her lengthy post went on to talk about how far she had come during her time on the show.

The gushing tribute to Johannes said he gave her: "Confidence, Belief, Love- and Laughter beyond words!"

Catherine Tyldesley and Johannes Radebe were sent home (BBC)

She even called him a "gift to the world".

Catherine also discussed her issues with her body image and said going on the show had helped her regain her confidence.

"I’m proud of my body and my mind for getting me through this wonderful but incredibly tough experience", she wrote.

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