Professional dancer Natalie Lowe forced to leave Strictly over injury

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Natalie Lowe will no longer participate in the forthcoming series, after fracturing her foot during training.
The 32-year-old Australian dancer is hoping to put in an appearance in this year’s Christmas special but for the main series – which kicks off with a launch show on September, 7 – she will be replaced by Aliona Vilani.
Lowe could, however, appear alongside the professional dancers at some point during the series.
“Not being able to compete with a celebrity partner is so hard,” Lowe told The Sun. “But this series is going to blow everyone away and I cannot wait to get my feet back on the dance floor.”
Vilani who came runner-up in 2010 with Matt Baker confirmed her place on Twitter.
And later said “My heart goes out to Natalie. I wish her a speedy recovery.”
Confirmed celebrities this year include broadcaster Vanessa Feltz and Countdown star Rachel Riley.