Strictly Come Dancing’s Dianne Buswell has shared the devastating news that her beloved grandma has passed away.
Dianne shared a sweet compilation video of her Nan with various family and friends, including former Strictly partner Bobby Brazier, as she left a touching tribute to a “special lady”.
Posting to Instagram on Saturday (March 8), Dianne wrote: “rest in peace nan. Love you very much. I’m so grateful I was home to say goodbye to such a special lady in my life, now go be with pop he has been patiently waiting for you”.
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In one throwback clip, Dianne and Bobby recorded a message backstage, with Bobby saying: “I’ve heard that you enjoy [EastEnders character] Freddie and I’m so grateful. And I’m even more grateful to be dancing with your granddaughter.”
Fans left their condolences in the comments, with one writing: “So sorry for your sad loss sending lots of love”. Another wrote: “Sending much love. Gosh, she would have been so proud of you!!”
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Dianne won the 2024 series of Strictly alongside dance partner Chris McCausland, beating fellow finalists JB Gill, Sarah Hadland and Tasha Ghouri to the Glitterball Trophy.
The winning duo recently launched their podcast Winning Isn’t Everything, where they speak about their experience on the show, their route to the final, and what they’ve been up to since.
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