Dianne Buswell denies claims of a ‘cover-up’ over Stefan Dennis Strictly absence

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell has poured water on rumours that she is the reason Stefan Dennis won’t be performing this weekend.

It was announced on Friday (10 October) that the Neighbours star will not be taking part in tonight’s Movie Week episode due to illness.

In line with the programme’s rules, Dennis and Buswell will receive a pass to next week’s episode when it is hoped he will be well again.

Ahead of Saturday’s live show (11 October), Buswell addressed claims that she was the one responsible for his absence.

“Just to clarify I’ve had lots of people messaging me thinking this is a cover up for me not being able to dance?!” she wrote on Instagram.

“Firstly, we wouldn’t lie, especially about someone being sick. And secondly, I am fine. Yes I am pregnant, but I’m also very capable and feeling good! Thirdly, there are things in place if any pros were to get sick or injured.”

The 36-year-old dancer is the first star to ever compete on Strictly while pregnant.

After the news was announced on Friday, Buswell said on Instagram that Dennis is “such a trooper” who will hopefully be back in full force next week.

She wrote: “Sending Aussie love to wonderful @stefandennis7 you are such a trooper and I know how much you wanted to dance.”

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