NIKITA Kuzmin shared a heartbreaking post to Instagram today announcing his grandad has died.
The emotional tribute received a lot of love from fans as well as other members of the Strictly cast.
Nikita Kuzmin is mourning his grandad Credit: Instagram/ @nikita__kuzmin
He shared a series of snaps as part of a touching tribute to Instagram Credit: Instagram/ @nikita__kuzmin
In the first picture in the carousel of snaps, is pictured beside his granddad beaming at the camera.
Others show the duo spending time with friends and other members of family.
The professional dancer emotionally penned a tribute in the post’s caption, writing: “Looking at these pictures my heart is beating so fast and I’m not sure what to write or how to even begin expressing how much I love you.
“Just memories of when I thought you’re the fastest walker in the world and how when I was a teenager I was proud of speeding past you, but you still were the quickest grandad in town.
Nikita noted how he didn’t know “how to even begin expressing” how much he loved him Credit: Instagram/ @nikita__kuzmin
The star joined Strictly as a professional dancer back in 2021 Credit: Instagram/ @nikita__kuzmin
“But specially how much you always took care of us, no matter what, always there.”
Nikita finished the post off by writing, ‘I love you, Grandpa,” in Russian followed by a red love heart emoji.
Strictly contestant led the comment section, sharing two love heart emojis.
Actress Sarah Hadland added another series of hearts.
Meanwhile a fan wrote: “Thinking of you and your family. Sending hugs.”
Another fan added: “Sending so much love.”
Nikita joined as a pro dancer back in 2021.
In his first year on the show he was paired alongside ‘s daughter .
Eze Chidiebere Paul
I'm dedicated to creating high-quality content that informs, inspires, and delights. If you have any questions or suggestions, don't hesitate to get in touch. Happy reading!
