Strictly star supported as she shares heartbreaking tribute to family member
Strictly Come Dancing professional has been flooded with messages of support after revealing the sad news
Strictly Come Dancing professional has announced the death of a beloved family member
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Strictly Come Dancing favourite Dianne Buswell has received an outpouring of love and support after revealing the poignant news that her grandfather has passed away.
The beloved professional dancer, who made her debut on the BBC programme in 2017, conveyed the sombre announcement to her fans via a moving post on social media.
Dianne, 36, who recently triumphed on Strictly with comedian Chris McCausland, shared an endearing video capturing the moment she surprised her grandad in Australia after winning the Glitterball trophy.
Her partner, Joe Sugg, captured the tender encounter, which featured the duo posing, hugging, and dancing, punctuated by his laughter in the backdrop, reports Edinburgh Live.
Alongside the footage, Dianne penned: "'Rest in peace pop you were 99 years young thank you for all the stories and I just know you will be up there dancing with Nan already."
Dianne shared that her grandad has sadly died
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The tribute was met with touching comments from her followers and fellow stars of Strictly Come Dancing. Professional dancer Nancy Xu extended her sympathies, commenting: "D D Sending you all the love."
Michelle Tsiakkas also offered her condolences, stating: "'I'm so sorry for your loss Di Sending you and your family all my love".
Vito Coppola, who is currently performing alongside Dianne in their Red Hot and Ready tour, shared his sorrow with a prayer hands emoji and a heart.
Dianne's Instagram followers also chimed in with their condolences, as one expressed: "omg i'm so sorry, sending so much love to you and your family."
One person expressed their condolences, saying: "Sending you all the love to your beautiful family, so sorry to hear this. Thinking of you all."
Another shared their sympathy: "I'm so sorry for your loss Diane. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers."
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Her loss comes just weeks after the death of her 'special' nan, who Dianne announced had died in early March.
"Rest in peace nan," she wrote, sharing a touching video montage of memories with her. "Love you very much. I'm so grateful I was home to say goodbye to such a special lady in my life now go be with pop he has been patiently waiting for you."
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Dianne, the beloved Australian dancer who has graced the Strictly Come Dancing stage for eight seasons, is gearing up for yet another series later this year.
Throughout her time on the show, Dianne has partnered with celebrities like Dev Griffin, Max George, Tyler West, and Bobby Brazier. After several close calls in previous years, 2024 saw Dianne finally triumph, taking home the glitterball trophy alongside Chris, the competition's first blind contestant, in a victory that captured the hearts of the nation.
Strictly Come Dancing returns this autumn on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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