Ian Waite replaces Brendan Cole this week

As most of you are probably aware, Brendan will not be dancing this week due to the sad loss of his father. In his place, Ian Waite will dance with Michelle Williams.

This is in accordance with the Strictly rules, namely if a professional dancer has to miss one of the live shows then the celebrity with whom they are paired continues to dance with a new pro partner. This can be either a pro who has already left the competition, or a brand new pro (if a pro of the correct sex has not already left).