Strictly star Amanda Abbington's fiancé posts cryptic message following exit

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Strictly star's fiancé posts cryptic messageBBC

The fiancé of Sherlock star Amanda Abbington has posted a cryptic message on Instagram, following her withdrawal from Strictly Come Dancing.

On his Instagram Stories, ex-stunt performer Jonathan Goodwin shared a photo of an iceberg, along with the message: "When you see an iceberg, you could be forgiven for not realising just how much is below the surface.

"The same is true of people. Don't be quick to judge a person or situation if you don't know what's below the surface."

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Amanda's exit from the competition was confirmed on Monday, with a statement posted to the show's official Instagram account which read: "Amanda Abbington is unable to continue in Strictly Come Dancing and has decided to withdraw from the competition.

"The show wishes her all the best for the future."

Amanda, who was partnered with pro Giovanni Pernice, had missed the prior week's live show due to "medical reasons".

Following the show's official announcement of her exit, Amanda released her own statement on Instagram, citing "personal reasons" for her withdrawal from the competition.

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Amanda wrote: "It is with deepest regret that I had to leave Strictly. I did not come to this decision easily or lightly, but for personal reasons I am unable to continue.

"It was an absolute joy working with my fellow contestants, they are a beautiful, hardworking and talented group of people who I love and who I will miss seeing every Friday and Saturday and competing alongside.

"I want to thank the incredible Production team and everyone on Strictly who looked after me and who are so kind and caring. It's a wonderful bunch of people and I’ll miss all of them."

Strictly Come Dancing airs on Saturdays and Sundays on BBC One, while spin-off Strictly: It Takes Two airs on weeknights on BBC Two. Both shows are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.

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