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Strictly's Pete Wicks breaks down after tribute dance to his late nan as fans hail 'raw' performance


Pete Wicks struggled to hold in his tears on Saturday night's Strictly Come Dancing as he shared an emotional tribute to his late nan, who he called his 'best friend'

Pete Wicks was visibly emotional after his heartfelt dance performance on Saturday night, leaving viewers and judges sympathising with the reality star. The ex-TOWIE regular took to the Strictly dance floor with his partner Jowita Przystal for their Couple's Choice routine on Saturday, November 9, in an attempt to get through to Blackpool week. Explaining why it was such a tough week for him, Pete revealed he hadn't listened to the Tina Turner song all the way through since Doreen's funeral.

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