Jowita Przystal has shared a message to fans clarifying whether she’s leaving Strictly Come Dancing, after an Instagram post sparked fears she had quit.
The professional dancer, 31, was reunited with her celebrity partner, Ross King, during the emotional Strictly finale on Saturday night.
And she took to her Instagram Stories to share a sweet selfie of the pair together backstage, as they prepared to join the rest of this series’ contestants for a group dance.
But, the post provoked speculation that Jowita was bidding goodbye to the ballroom, as she captioned the snap: ‘last dance partner on strictly floor x @therossking’.
Fans raced to social media to question the meaning of the post, writing: ‘Is this her last year?’; ‘Has Jowita hinted that she’s leaving Strictly’; ‘you’re sending us into a panic girl’.
The polish dancer joined Strictly back in 2021, going on to win the show in her first year with partner Hamza Yassin.
Jowita Przystalhas shared a message to fans clarifying whether she’s leaving StrictlyCome Dancing, after an Instagram post sparked fears she had quit
The professional dancer, 31, was reunited with her celebrity partner, Ross King, during the emotional Strictly finale on Saturday night and shared a sweet selfie of the pair together
However, Jowita quickly cleared up all the confusion on Sunday morning, taking to her Story again to clarify that it was a simple miswording, as she’d meant to say that it was her last dance with Ross
However, Jowita quickly cleared up all the confusion on Sunday morning, taking to her Story again to clarify that it was a simple miswording, as she’d meant to say that it was her last dance with Ross.
Sharing a group photo of all the professional dancers together ahead of their opening group number, she gushed: ‘So grateful for being part of the best show on tv.
‘And just to clarify my last post, it was about my last dance with Ross, not me leaving the show. Hopefully far from my last dance on that dance floor’.
Jowita also took to her Instagram grid to heap praise on this year’s champions, ex-footballer Karen Carney and pro Carlos Gu.
Sharing a video of the dancers reacting to the moment that they were announced as the winners, she wrote: ‘What a night ♥️ Massive congratulations to our 2025 Strictly Champions!
‘@kazcarney you were the first person I spoke to on Circle Day, and your kindness and positive energy were truly infectious. It was a privilege to watch you blossom every week on that dance floor. Thank you for all the unforgettable moments you gave us ♥️ You did it!
‘@gkx_carlos Papacito ��♥️ I’m so proud of you! Seeing you so happy and true to yourself filled my heart. You are a special human and a true artist. And what you said yesterday was incredibly brave. I love you!
‘To all the finalists, @georgeclarkeey @alexis_warr @amb_d @nikita__kuzmin congratulations on an amazing night. You all left your hearts on that dance floor and should be so proud of yourselves. Well done ♥️’
Jowita also took to her Instagram grid to heap praise on this year’s champions, ex-footballer Karen Carney and pro Carlos Gu
While she also paid tribute to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who said their emotional farewells to the show on Saturday, after announcing they were stepping down as hosts
While she also paid tribute to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who said their emotional farewells to the show on Saturday, after announcing they were stepping down as hosts.
Jowita penned: ‘To @tessdaly and @claudiawinkle, thank you so much for all your support, love, and kindness. You truly are Strictly, and I will miss you so much ��♥️ Wishing you nothing but happiness in whatever comes next.’
Concluding her message with a shout out to Ross, she gushed over the whole Strictly family and voiced her gratitude to be part of the show.
She wrote: ‘@therossking thank you for being such a great partner. I know our time on the show was short, but it was definitely sweet! Can’t wait to watch you in panto’
‘And last but not least, to my whole Strictly family! I’m so privileged to be part of the best show. Thank you all for your hard work and commitment. Together we create magic over those five months, and I’m so grateful to everyone involved.
‘For now, Merry Christmas to you all and remember… Keeeep Dancing ♥️’.
The final saw Karen, 38, left speechless as she and a tearful Carlos lifted the Glitterball trophy, saying: ‘I cannot believe it.
‘I just wanna say thank you to everybody that’s supported our journey, supported us, and, thank you to this wonderful gentleman [Carlos].
The final saw Karen, 38, left speechless as she and a tearful Carlos lifted the Glitterball trophy, saying: ‘I cannot believe it’
‘We are a team, and, I could not have done this without you, but honestly, I can’t believe it, it’s been the biggest privilege and honour, and, I literally, I’m lost for words. I’m so sorry.’
While many viewers watching at home shed a tear as Tess and Claudia hosted their final show together after 21 years.
There were a number of emotional tributes to the duo, including a special compilation video with messages from the Strictly crew and Mary Berry.
And the pair were left blown away after being surprised by a letter from Queen Camilla herself, which was read out by judge Craig Revel Horwood.
It said: ‘Tess and Claudia, as you prepare to take your final twirl, I just want to say thank you on behalf of the millions who watch you each week.
‘I have often thought that Strictly is not so much a show about dancing as about friendships, the bonds forged, the struggles overcome, and the joy shared in undertaking a joint endeavour.
‘If that is true, then perhaps yours has been the greatest strictly partnership of all. The warmth, compassion, and sheer happiness you have radiated with and from each other has been at the heart of the show’s success.
While many viewers watching at home shed a tear as Tess and Claudia hosted their final show together after 21 years
And the pair were left blown away after being surprised by a letter from Queen Camilla herself, which was read out by judge Craig Revel Horwood
‘I think I speak for everyone when I say you have been utterly fabulous. I wish you both every success in wherever life’s journey takes you next, but as one who has appreciated its lifelong benefits, do promise us one thing, keep dancing.
‘With the warmest gratitude and admiration, Her Royal Highness, Queen Camilla.’
Thanking fans, a visibly emotional Tess said: ‘I can’t speak now. What an honour. Thank you so much for your lovely words, from the bottom of the hearts it means so much to us.’
Claudia replied: ‘That is amazing, what a wonderful surprise. Thank you so much. We have loved being part of such a wonderful show. It has been a privilege to be a part of your weekends.’