Krishnan Guru-Murthy cries as he breaks silence on Strictly Come Dancing exit

14 Nov 2023 • 3:56 AM MYT
The Independent
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Newsreader Krishnan Guru-Murthy wiped tears away from his eyes as he spoke for the first time about his Strictly Come Dancing exit.

Guru-Murthy and professional dance partner Lauren Oakley lost their place in the competition following a bottom two dance-off with Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington.

Speaking about his exit on Strictly It Takes Two on Monday (13 November), Guru Murthy said he “expected” to go.

When shown a montage of his highlights, he became visibly upset and wiped tears away from his eyes.