One of Dancing With the Stars original dancing professionals John Nolan is departing the show.
The professional dancer and choreographer from Kilkenny has been a firm fan favourite on the series.
Posting to his Instagram, John shared that it was the "end of a chapter" as he is now focusing on his work at dance and stage school, Xquisite Dance.
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"The end of a chapter," he wrote. "I have decided not to return to @dwtsirl this year and focus on building the future generations with @xquisitedance and the brand new location in Kilkenny."
"Thank you to my beautiful partners for the amazing memories. Thank you to each and everyone of you for the support over my time on the show.
I wish the very best of luck to the new pros on the start of their journey. Here is to the new chapter."
Dancing With the Stars Ireland also issued a statement.
"After six sensational seasons, John Nolan is leaving Dancing With the Stars," the show wrote via Instagram.
"As one of the show's original professional dancers, John has brought entertainment, professionalism and talent to the flooe every single week.
Throughout his fantastic run, John. partnered celebs such as Teresa Mannion, Deirdre O'Kane, Mary Kennedy, Grainne Seoige and Leah O'Rourke."
He lifted the Glitterball Trophy in 2019 when he danced with Mairead Ronan. Thank you John!"
Friends of the show have taken to John's comment section in their droves to congratulate him and wish him future success.
"John, we love you. It was my pleasure watching you dance for the past two years, and I am still waiting on that SPICE BAG. Let’s make it happen. Wishing all the best for your new chapter in life," wrote Arthur Gourounlian.
Mairead Ronan said: "A true gentleman, a class act and the champ champ."
Dancer Laura Nolan added: "Thank you for all the wonderful moments over the last few years, my fellow Nolan, you’ll be missed."
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