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Dianne Buswell denies ‘set-up’ claims over Strictly partner’s injury

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  • Dianne Buswell has denied claims that her celebrity partner, Stefan Dennis, withdrew from Strictly Come Dancing to accommodate her pregnancy.
  • Neighbours actor Dennis exited the competition due to a serious calf injury, having previously missed an episode because of vertigo.
  • Buswell said she has ample energy and urged fans to cease speculating that the withdrawal was a pre-planned “set-up”.
  • She said that she is capable and feeling well, and that she and Dennis would not fabricate an illness.
  • Dennis expressed his devastation at having to leave the competition, particularly after recently gaining confidence in his dancing.
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