Arlene And Karen Overwhelmed By Support

Arlene Phillips has been overwhelmed by people suggesting she should be asked to return to Strictly Come Dancing following Alesha's sudden departure.

Arlene told The Sun: "The Strictly thing was just starting to die down. Having been asked about it every day for years, this Christmas and New Year I thought — heaven, it's ending a bit. Maybe there is another life for me. Then this happened, and as soon as it did my phone hasn't stopped ringing. And I am very grateful but I can't even say thank you without it causing an avalanche. I've not been able to breathe. It's sad I have had to be quiet on Twitter because I love engaging with people through Twitter."

Many fans have suggested that Karen Hardy should replace Alesha. She has also been humbled by the support she has had.

She told the Bournemouth Echo: “I’m shocked to hear the news Alesha is going. I’m completely overwhelmed by the amazing support from my fans and through Facebook and Twitter. Obviously, as everything has happened so suddenly, it will be exciting to see what happens.”