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Star Adam exits Strictly with confidence boost

ACTOR Adam Thomas met his Waterloo on Strictly as he became the sixth contestant to be eliminated last night.

But the 35-year-old did not seem too upset. The Waterloo Road star said: “I came here to learn how to dance and I’ve learned so much more about myself.

“The confidence and self belief I now have in myself, it’s out of this world, I have to thank all these guys up here. What a bunch to be on this journey with, I’m just very, very lucky.”

Adam faced the dance-off for the second week in a row after his rumba during Saturday’s live show landed him joint bottom of the leaderboard with Irish TV presenter Angela Scanlon, both receiving 27 points.

On yesterday’s results show, hosted by Tess Daly, he reprised his dance to Dancing On My Own by Callum Scott with partner Luba Mushtuk, while veteran broadcaster Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington repeated their waltz to Fascination by Nat King Cole.

Adam had revealed on Instagram that the song had special significance as it was played at his wedding – but it was not enough to save him as the judges decided unanimously to vote him out.

Judge Craig Revel Horwood said it was a “tough” call but he felt Angela and

Kai won on technique.

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Du Beke agreed, with the latter calling it the “closest dance off ” of the series yet. He added: “With the content and clarity of the technique I’m going to have to save Angela and Kai.”

Adam reflected: “Seven incredible weeks, what a journey it’s been. I honestly thought I was leaving in week two and the fact that I’ve got this far I’m so proud of myself.”

Sending a message to his son and daughter, he said: “Daddy’s OK. I wanted to teach my kids that it’s not just about winning or losing, it’s about taking part and doing your best.”

He thanked Russian partner Luba, who told him: “You are incredible, I had the best season. To get to know you and your family, it’s been much more than just a dance show.

“You’re the winner of my heart forever and it’s better than a trophy.”