[robin1]

Dancing With The Stars pro Derek Hough will not be taking part in the next series according to reports.

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/413172...entertainment/

[Leicester_Hunk]

Is he too busy with Biffa Cole?

I am surprised they don't have Biffa on the show, it would raise her profile in the States which is all she seems to care about.

[Strictly_Irish]

YAY. Was getting sick of him in the last couple of series.

Any news on Mark?

[kaycee]

As Derek (along with Julianne & Mark) gave up competitive dancing to take to the stage etc., it was probably only a matter of time before a film opportunity came along. Derek was good on stage, and although I (for one) will miss him in next dwts series, I wish him luck on the big screen.

[Tiger Rose]

Derek is fantastic & I will miss him too, although like kaycee not surprised he has other opportunities. Still at least it gives other pros a chance to shine - he does mostly seem to get very talented contestants.

[Caramel Crunch]

Noooo! Derek is my favourite.

[Fudd]

Originally Posted by Leicester_Hunk

Is he too busy with Biffa Cole?

I am surprised they don't have Biffa on the show, it would raise her profile in the States which is all she seems to care about.

I don't think Simon Cowell would let an X Factor judge anywhere near what is basically Strictly Come Dancing's sister show.

Then again, any publicity is good publicity...