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Craig Revel Horwood has said he has been left 'saddened' by news of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman upcoming departure from Strictly Come Dancing , with him admitting he knew nothing about it.

The presenters announced on Thursday (October 23) that they are to leave the BBC's Saturday night favourite at the end of the current series.

Hours after the news broke, Craig appeared for a scheduled interview on Loose Women and the show's panel were quick to quiz him on the news.

After admitting he had no idea, Craig continued: "10'clock this morning, I found out like everyone else. On social media. My watch pinged and there it was. I was shocked, and surprised. I was saddened. I really loved them."

The show judge went on: "Obviously, I've been working on the show with Tess sin

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