Will Young quits Strictly Come Dancing
Singer Will Young has announced he has quit BBC show Strictly Come Dancing for personal reasons.
The former Pop Idol winner said he left with "joy in my heart that I have been able to take part in one of the most loved shows on British television".
The 37-year-old praised his professional partner, Karen Clifton, saying that the partnership with her had been "the most wonderful thing".
The BBC said the show "fully respects" his decision and wishes him well.
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