Motsi ran out from behind her desk to console Balvinder Sopal on tonight's episode

Strictly Come Dancing star Balvinder Sopal broke down in tears tonight while the judges were critiquing her dance, with the EastEnders actress, 47, left sobbing in front of the live studio audience. She began crying during Motsi Mabuse's remarks after a reference was made to the tough time she's suffered on the BBC show.

The 44-year-old told her: "Whatever you wanted to say for the last weeks came out through that dance. It must be really demoralising what you have been through in this competition..." However, she cut off when she noticed Balvinder was crying, saying: "Oh now I have to go... I have to give you a hug."

She ran over to her, giving her a hug and saying: "I'm so proud of you. You did it

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