Strictly Come Dancing star Delta Goodrem has become emotional while documenting her painful rib injury in a candid video.
The 41-year-old singer was forced to miss last week’s show after doctors instructed her to rest.
Because the injury left her unable to train, Delta was given a pass into the next round of the competition.
Strictly confirmed earlier this week that Delta had returned to rehearsals and was ready to make her comeback.
Ahead of her return to the dancefloor tonight, October 24, the singer revealed more about the extent of her injury in an emotional video shared on Instagram.
Filmed over several days, the footage opened with Delta in hospital on the Sunday after she was injured.
Strictly Come Dancing star Delta Goodrem became emotional while speaking about her rib injury in a candid video
The 41-year-old singer missed last week’s competition after doctors ordered her to rest
“This is very painful. I’m praying that this is OK. I’m feeling a little nauseous from the pain,” she said.
The video then moved to Monday, when Delta fought back tears as she explained: “They explained that it is fracturing my rib, which I feel very, very gutted about.
“Hopefully I’ll get back next week. That’s the plan.
“Thanks everyone for the support. I’m just super disappointed.”
In footage recorded on Tuesday, the singer broke down in tears as she faced the camera, eventually resting her head in her hands.
Following the emotional moment, Delta appeared more upbeat in the days that followed as she gradually began walking and spent time catching up with her professional partner, Kai Widdrington.
The pair were later shown back in training, with Delta telling her fans that she was “so happy to be back”.
In the caption accompanying the post, Delta wrote: “I filmed little moments over the past two weeks to remind myself that even on the frustrating days, there would be progress.
Ahead of her return to the dancefloor tonight, October 24, Delta shared an emotional Instagram video detailing her rib injury
The singer also shared footage of her return to training, telling fans she was “so happy to be back”
Long-standing Strictly rules allow a contestant one free pass before they must withdraw from the competition
“I was gutted when the injury happened as I’ve been truly loving this experience so much. It’s hard to be patient when you want to be full force again, but I’ve been listening, taking things carefully and learning to appreciate the small steps!”
‘Heading into show day feeling grateful to be able to take a few more tonight with all the incredible help from everyone around me.
‘To all my warriors out there in your own battles i see you and am with you – we are fighters! #Teamdeltakai will see you tonight.’
Strictly shared the news Delta was back in rehearsals with her dance partner Kai on Instagram on Monday as they shared a sweet selfie of the pair.
They captioned the post: ‘Following her bye last week due to injury, we’re delighted to confirm Delta has been given the all clear to dance again this weekend.
‘She’ll return to the ballroom on Saturday night, and Abi Clarke will pop into her rehearsal room for a chat on Training Room Diaries on Wednesday evening.’
Fans were delighted by the news and wrote in the comments: ‘That’s my girl @deltagoodrem so happy for you’
The Sydney-born star managed to perform a Salsa during week three of the competition, keeping her top of the leaderboard for the second consecutive week.
But it was only hours after the live broadcast that she was taken to hospital as she struggled to sleep through her pain.
Doctors ordered Delta to rest, as well as sleep upright to aid her recovery.
Long-established Strictly rules state that a contestant is allowed one free pass before they have to withdraw from the competition.
On Saturday night, the hosts addressed the Australian star’s absence.
Emma Willis told how it was ‘such a shame’ for her to be missing out on Icon’s Week, as she explained to viewers what happened and reiterated that the rules meant she’d be able to dance again next week.
Meanwhile, Johannes Radebe added: ‘Delta my darling, I know you’re watching at home, we’re all sending you so much love!’
STRICTLY COME DANCING 2026: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
LACEY TURNER
AGE: 38
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Playing Stacey Slater on BBC’s EastEnders
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’m so excited and terrified at the same time but I’ve had so many friends do Strictly and I thought it was about time that I plunked up the courage and made my way onto that dance floor.’
DELTA GOODREM
AGE: 41
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Played Nina Tucker in Neighbours and has released eight music albums
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’ve been incredibly honoured to perform on many different stages throughout my career – from tv, theatre, film sets, to touring my own shows around the world, there is however one stage I’ve never stepped onto and that is the ballroom floor!’
CACH MERCER
AGE: 25
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Won Love Island 2025 and is a TikTok influencer
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I have grown up watching the show with my family and am so excited to now be part of the cast. Dancing is a huge passion of mine and I can’t wait to learn Ballroom and do the Foxtrot for the first time!’
DAME SARAH STOREY
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AGE: 48
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Britain’s most successful Paralympian
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘Embarking on a new challenge so soon after stepping down as an athlete is hugely exciting.’
BETHANY ANTONIA
AGE: 28
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Plays Lady Baela Targaryen in House of the Dragon
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I have grown up watching Strictly, and I am so excited to take the challenge on and (hopefully!) learn a new skill.’
GRAEME ‘THE DOGFATHER’ HALL
AGE: 59
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hosts Channel 5 series Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I have watched the show for years, so to be a part of it feels like a very exciting challenge, albeit more than a bit nerve-wracking!’
TABBY STOECKER
AGE: 25
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Olympic champion skeleton racer
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’ve had the wildest year of my life so far, so to be rounding it off with a childhood dream of dancing in the Strictly ballroom is surreal and I can’t wait to get stuck in!’
MELANIE WALTERS
AGE: 64
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Playing Gwen West in BBC sitcom Gavin & Stacey
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘Performing in Pantomime for the last 15 years, my Strictly ‘fix’ has always been watching in a dressing room rather than my front room.’
DANI DYER
AGE: 30
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Winning Love Island and being the daughter of actor Danny Dyer
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I am so excited to be back in the ballroom this September! I just cannot wait to get my dancing shoes back on and hopefully this time around I can actually make it to week one!’
CHRIS APPLETON
AGE: 43
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hairdresser to the stars – including Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’m thrilled to be joining Strictly and coming home to the UK for this incredible experience. I’ve always believed that the best things happen when you take a chance and try something new.’
WILL BEST
AGE: 41
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hosts Big Brother and previously TV
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I’ve been lucky to do lots of live telly before, but absolutely nothing like this. And I cannot wait!’
JAIME WINSTONE
AGE: 41
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Starring in films such as Kidulthood and Tomb Raider
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I am no stranger to a dance floor, but the ballroom is a whole new world for me.’
SHAUN WRIGHT-PHILLIPS
AGE: 44
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Footballer who played for the likes of Chelsea and Manchester City
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘Strictly is definitely outside my comfort zone, but I’m super excited to get started and really looking forward to the challenge!’
LAWRENCE ROBB
AGE: 34
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Plays Mackenzie Boyd on ITV’s Emmerdale
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I can’t quite believe that I am going to be getting my dancing shoes on this September on one of my favourite shows of all time!’
JOHN NELLIS
AGE: 33
BEST KNOWN FOR?: Face of a popular football-focused YouTube channel
WHY STRICTLY?: ‘I can’t wait to meet everyone, learn a new skill and, hopefully, be much better at family parties by the end of it!’