‘Gutted’ Nick Knowles breaks his silence after being forced to pull out of live Strictly show

NICK Knowles has broken his silence after being forced to pull out of the live show.

The DIY SOS star has taken to social media after The Sun revealed he was unable to take part in this week's show.

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The 62-year-old said: "I’m absolutely gutted and feeling very very sad."

Nick injured himself after falling when he did a jump during a dress rehearsal – leaving him on crutches.

It is the second injury to blight Nick on Strictly after he injured his shoulder and arm while changing a car tyre.

A source told The Sun: “Nick won’t be able to take part in Strictly tomorrow night after hurting his knee.

“He was in a dress rehearsal with his partner Luba Mushtuk when he did a jump and landed awkwardly.

“Nick has hurt his knee and is having to use crutches to get around now.

“It is such a devastating blow for him and he is being supported by the Strictly team.

“They are sending him for scans and are doing everything they can to make sure he is okay."

A spokesperson for Strictly said: “Unfortunately, Nick Knowles sustained an injury during rehearsals and as a result, will not dance this weekend.

"As per the rules of the competition, Nick and Luba will receive a bye through to next week when he is hopefully able to dance again. Everyone at Strictly Come Dancing wishes Nick a speedy recovery.”