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Strictly's Pete Wicks 'in tears' during rehearsals after tragic family death


Pete Wicks has been 'in tears' during rehearsals for Strictly Come Dancing following the loss of a special family member with a special tribute to his 'best mate'

Pete and his dance partner, Jowita Przystal, appeared on It Takes Two with host Janette Manrara where they discussed their upcoming couple's choice performance for Saturday night (9 November). Pete Wicks and Jowita Przystal spoke about their upcoming performance on Saturday night (9 November) (Image: BBC/Strictly It Takes Two)"My nan was my best mate, and we played this at a funeral because it was her favourite song, and if there's one person I wish was here and was able to watch me, it would be her. During the chat, Pete also reflected on last weekend's icon performance, which saw him land at the bottom of the leaderboard with Jowita following their salsa to Another One Bites the Dust by Queen.

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