Illness forced reality television personality Vicky Pattison to withdraw from her scheduled appearance on BBC's Strictly: It Takes Two at the eleventh hour.
The 37-year-old contestant revealed through social media on Monday evening that she was too unwell to participate in the programme.
The former Geordie Shore participant, who is partnered with professional dancer Kai Widdrington, 30, on this year's Strictly Come Dancing, disclosed that both she and her professional partner had fallen ill.
The pair's absence created unexpected disruption to the spin-off programme's schedule.
Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington had to withdraw from BBC's It Takes Two
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Ms Pattison indicated uncertainty about when she might resume dance training, acknowledging the severity of her condition.
The contestant has been struck down by what she described as a significant cold, which has also affected Mr Widdrington.
Through an Instagram Stories update, Pattison shared an image displaying various remedies including throat sweets, cough medication, ginger shots, citrus fruits and juices.
In her social media message, she wrote: "Man or should I say 'men' down. Huge apologies to anyone expecting to see me and Kai on 'It Tales Two' tonight. Doing all we can to get back to our best and back to the training room asap."
Vicky Pattison has fallen ill amid BBC Strictly training
|The reality star's message emphasised her and Mr Widdrington's commitment to recovering quickly and returning to rehearsals for the main Saturday night show.
Supporters flooded social media platforms with messages of encouragement for the dancing partnership following their health announcement.
One user on X posted: "Vicky has said she's not really well and that's why she's not on #ItTakesTwo this evening with Kai. Hope she gets better soon."
"Protect Vicky Pattison at all costs," another wrote along with a sad face emoji.
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Another viewer expressed similar sentiments, writing: "Vicky has confirmed she's under the weather and that's why she's not on #ItTakesTwo this evening with Kai.
"Sending you lots of love @VickyPattison. Get better soon."
A fifth supporter simply added: "Get well soon."
The duo's withdrawal came just two days after their Saturday performance, where they executed a Foxtrot to Rein Me In by Sam Fender and Olivia Dean.
Kai Widdrington and Vicky Pattison are recovering from an illness
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The routine earned them 24 points from the judging panel during the live broadcast on October 4.
Ross King and his professional partner Jowita Pryzstal stepped in as last-minute replacements for Monday's It Takes Two episode.
The pair appeared alongside presenter Janette Manrara to fill the gap left by Ms Pattison and Mr Widdrington's absence.
Vicky Pattison shared the news on her social media account
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It Takes Two continues its regular weekday schedule, broadcasting at 6.30pm on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.
The programme typically features interviews with contestants and professionals, offering behind-the-scenes insights into the main Saturday night competition.