Kelly BrookKelly BrookShe's shimmied away many a dance.

But now Kelly Brook has withdrawn from Strictly Come Dancing.

Following the sad news of her father's death from cancer at the beginning of this week, the star has now opted out of the primetime show.

The BBC released a statement saying:

"Sadly Kelly Brook has taken the decision to pull out of Strictly Come Dancing following the loss of her father this week.

"Kelly has done some training as she had hoped to continue with the show in his memory. However, understandably she has found it too difficult."

Kelly and her dancing partner Brendan Cole had previously been tipped to win the contest, despite their appearance in the dance-off in last week's show.

Kelly Brook and Brendan ColeKelly and Brendan ColeKelly's own management said:

"Kelly would like to wish the remaining contestants the best of luck, thank everyone for their support and to add that she has thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the series."