Strictly Come Dancing’s Dianne Buswell explains family reason behind tearful performance
The IndependentSign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Strictly Come Dancing pro Dianne Buswell has explained why she got emotional during Saturday’s live performance. “Being away from home and not being able to support and help your family in a time of need is quite a difficult thing, so I did struggle a little bit last week in terms of that.” Strictly's Dianne Buswell reveal reason for tearful appearance on show The dancer explained that “there is a little road ahead for my dad”, but believes “100 per cent he is going to be fine and we are all going to get through it together”. All four judges opted to save former Love Island contestant and documentary host McDermott, with Motsi Mabuse calling the result “extremely close”. Meanwhile, actor Amanda Abbington missed the Strictly live show on Saturday night “due to medical reasons”.