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Strictly's Gorka Marquez Quits BBC Show After 10 Years as Professional Dancer
The Spanish pro joined the BBC series in 2016 and reached three finals before announcing he will still appear on the upcoming tour.
- On Tuesday, professional dancer Gorka Márquez announced his departure from Strictly Come Dancing after 10 years, sharing the news via Instagram with a photograph of himself walking away from a studio entrance.
- Márquez previously stepped back from a full-time professional role last year to manage scheduling conflicts with his judging position on Dancing With The Stars Spain.
- The 35-year-old wrote, "Now is the time to hang up my dance shoes and say goodbye," expressing gratitude for a decade that allowed him to build a career, find love, and start a family.
- Márquez's exit follows recent departures of fellow professionals Nadiya Bychkova, Luba Mushtuk, Karen Hauer, and Michelle Tsiakkas, while the BBC praised him for his "exceptional contribution" and warmth.
- Despite leaving the series, Márquez will still participate in the Strictly Pro Tour starting this week, as the show prepares new presenters to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
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The Independent (US)Strictly fan favourite professional quits after 10 years
‘It’s time to hang up my dance shoes and say goodbye,’ Spanish star said
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Strictly's Gorka Marquez quits BBC show after 10 years as professional dancer
Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Gorka Marquez has announced his departure from the BBC show after 10 years, with his exit becoming the fifth pro dancer to leave the series this year
·Cambridge, United Kingdom
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