Strictly's Gorka Marquez has teeth knocked out in attack
Two of his teeth were knocked out in an attack in Blackpool, hours after he took part in the show.
Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Gorka Marquez has had two of his teeth knocked out in an "unprovoked" attack in Blackpool, just hours after he took part in the show.
The 26-year-old was reportedly attacked by a group of youths as he walked to a nightclub in the town.
The Spanish dancer - who partnered EastEnders actress Tameka Empson before the pair were eliminated from the competition in the second round - is due to undergo dental surgery on Monday.
Mr Marquez is expected to rejoin rehearsals later in the week.
A BBC spokesperson said: "Gorka was sadly the victim of an unprovoked incident in Blackpool on Saturday night, but he will be back in training this week and is looking forward to the group routine next weekend."