Updated: November 4, 2026
Jaime Winstone will miss Saturday’s Strictly Come Dancing after suffering a torn abdominal muscle, the BBC confirmed on Wednesday. The 41-year-old actress has been advised to take complete rest, leaving her unable to perform alongside professional partner Carlos Gu on November 7.
Winstone said she was devastated by the setback, which comes days after she survived another elimination battle. However, she has not permanently withdrawn from the BBC competition. Under the show’s rules, Winstone and Gu will receive an automatic bye into the following week.
Jaime Winstone Injury: Latest Update
- Injury: Torn abdominal muscle
- Professional partner: Carlos Gu
- Missed episode: Saturday, November 7
- Medical advice: Complete rest
- Competition status: Automatic bye
- Possible return: November 14, subject to recovery
Jaime Winstone ‘Devastated’ After Doctors Order Rest
The actress revealed she was experiencing considerable pain after sustaining the injury during preparations for the upcoming performance.
“I am absolutely devastated not to be dancing this weekend due to a torn abdominal muscle,” Winstone said.
She explained that doctors had advised her to rest completely, adding that protecting her health must take priority despite her disappointment.
Winstone also thanked supporters and expressed hope that she could resume dancing with Carlos Gu soon.
According to the BBC announcement reported by PA Media, the couple will advance to next week while Winstone continues recovering.
No confirmed medical recovery timetable has been announced.
BBC Confirms Jaime Winstone and Carlos Gu Will Receive a Bye
The BBC’s decision means Winstone will not face elimination simply because she cannot perform on November 7.
The medical bye allows the partnership to miss one episode while retaining its place in the competition. However, it does not guarantee Winstone will be fit to dance the following weekend.
Her potential return on November 14 remains dependent on medical advice and recovery progress.
Winstone is among the celebrities featured in the Strictly Come Dancing 2026 celebrity line-up, which includes actors, musicians, television personalities and sports stars.
Halloween Week Dance-Off Adds to Jaime’s Difficult Strictly Journey
The injury follows a challenging period for Winstone, who has faced the dance-off in consecutive weeks.
During the Halloween special, Winstone and Gu performed a Bride of Frankenstein-themed salsa to Scissor Sisters’ “Filthy/Gorgeous”, earning 27 points.
In the show’s first three-couple dance-off, they competed against Bethany Antonia and Nancy Xu, and Lawrence Robb and Jowita PrzystaĹ‚.
The judges eliminated Emmerdale actor Lawrence Robb, allowing Winstone to continue.
A week earlier, Winstone and Gu had performed a foxtrot to Olivia Dean’s “Man I Need”, featured in the Strictly Come Dancing Week 5 songs and dances schedule.
Delta Goodrem Previously Missed Strictly With Rib Injury
Winstone is the second celebrity to miss a live show because of injury during the 2026 series.
Australian singer Delta Goodrem previously missed Icons Week after suffering a rib injury but returned the following week alongside Kai Widdrington.
Goodrem subsequently earned the season’s first score of 10 during a rumba to Celine Dion’s “It’s All Coming Back to Me Now”.
Her comeback offers encouragement, although Winstone’s recovery could follow a different timetable.
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Shirley Ballas and Strictly Stars Send Support
Head judge Shirley Ballas wished Winstone a speedy recovery and encouraged her to prioritise her health.
Professional dancer Dianne Buswell sent a supportive message, while Goodrem offered encouragement based on her own experience of missing a performance through injury.
Winstone, the daughter of actor Ray Winstone, is known for roles in Bullet Boy, Made in Dagenham, Tomb Raider and the BBC drama Babs, in which she portrayed Barbara Windsor.
Strictly Come Dancing November 7 Start Time and How to Watch
Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday, November 7, at 6:30 p.m. GMT on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Winstone and Gu will not perform this weekend, while the remaining contestants continue their competition.
Viewers will have to await further confirmation about Winstone’s fitness before her anticipated November 14 return. The BBC has not announced a permanent withdrawal or replacement.
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