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Abbington said her decision to quit did not come 'easily or lightly'

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Amanda Abbington has broken her silence around her sudden departure from Strictly Come Dancing. 

The West End star penned a poignant message 

Today Amanda Abbington issued a statement saying it is with 'deepest regret' that she has left the show and that the decision did not come 'easily or lightly but for personal reasons I am unable to continue'.

Illness, injury and poor dancing skills have all featured on the list of reasons to leave the ballroom.

It was announced on Monday evening that the actress had withdrawn from the dance competition

Strictly Come Dancing pair, who met on the show and subsequent live arena tour across the UK, have addressed their decision to jet off abroad on so many holidays.

The BBC has confirmed Amanda will no longer be competing in Strictly Come Dancing

Almost every star on the show has been battling injuries with Adam Thomas suffering from arthiritis and Angela Rippon cutting her leg open

Amanda Abbington has broken her silence after quitting Strictly Come Dancing, saying she hadn't come to the 'decision lightly'.