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Strictly star clarifies absence from spin-off show following fan concern

Strictly's Vicky Pattison makes tearful apology after show exit
  • Vicky Pattison, recently eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing, was absent from Monday night's spin-off show, It Takes Two.
  • Her absence from the traditional post-elimination appearance sparked worry and confusion among fans on social media.
  • Pattison clarified on Instagram that she missed the show due to prior commitments for her 38th birthday celebrations.
  • She confirmed that she and her professional partner, Kai Widdrington, are scheduled to appear on It Takes Two on Wednesday.
  • Pattison and Widdrington were eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday after their jive failed to impress judges in a dance-off.
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