Jaime Laing is set for a sensational return to Strictly Come Dancing after dropping out of last years’ show after tearing a ligament in his foot.
The Made In Chelsea star stepped down days before the launch of the show after an accident during rehearsals and was forced to wear a protective boot for two months.
But Jamie is said to be “fighting fit” and ready to pull on his dancing shoes when the show starts up again September.
A source told The Sun: “Jamie was devastated when he couldn’t carry on because of his nasty foot injury.
“He went through a lot of physiotherapy to get well again and now he’s completely recovered.
Jaime Laing is set to return on the new series of Strictly in September (Image: BBC/Ray Burmiston)
“Jamie has been in contact with the BBC and has confirmed he’s fighting fit and that he’s more than able to take part in the next series.”
They added ‘Jamie knowing he can come back and give it another shot has made him really excited’.
The Made in Chelsea admitted that when he was told that he was unable to compete, he burst into tears.
Jaime dropped out of last years’ show after tearing a ligament in his foot (Image: PA)
After suffering the devastating injury, he said: “I’m absolutely devastated that I’m unable to continue in the competition, I was so excited to hit the dance floor!
“I would like to wish the lovely couples all the very best and hope they enjoy their time on the show to the fullest.”
Jamie at the Strictly Come Dancing launch last year (Image: Empics Entertainment)
His exit marked the first time ever that a celebrity contestant has been forced to leave the show before the live shows commenced.
Jamie’s downfall exit worked out well for his replacement, Emmerdale heartthrob Kelvin Fletcher, 35, who went on to win the show with his partner Oti Mabuse.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
