In a week that’s already seen tears, glitter, and gut-wrenching goodbyes on the Strictly Come Dancing dancefloor, professional dancer Aljaz Skorjanec has dropped a bombshell of his own: a single, enigmatic word that has fans dissecting every syllable. As his partner La Voix – the trailblazing drag queen who’s captivated the nation – bows out of the competition due to a debilitating injury, Aljaz’s subtle social media nod has sparked a frenzy. Is it a cry for help? A loving tribute? Or the ultimate stiff upper lip from Slovenia’s smiliest export? One thing’s for sure: in the high-stakes world of sequins and salsa, this message is hitting harder than a misplaced paso doble step.

The drama unfolded faster than a quickstep during Strictly’s iconic Blackpool week, held at the opulent Tower Ballroom on November 22, 2025. La Voix, the 45-year-old RuPaul’s Drag Race UK alum whose real name is Christopher Dennis, had been a revelation since week one. As the show’s first-ever drag queen competitor, she sashayed onto the BBC One staple with unapologetic flair, transforming the Elstree Studios into a runway of empowerment and eccentricity. Paired with the ever-charismatic Aljaz Skorjanec – the 35-year-old Strictly veteran known for his infectious grin and championship-winning jive – the duo quickly became fan favorites. Their Couple’s Choice routine to Barbra Streisand’s “Don’t Rain on My Parade” in week eight earned them a respectable fourth place with 33 points, securing a spot in the quarter-finals and, crucially, Blackpool.

But beneath the fabulous facade, trouble was brewing. Whispers of an injury surfaced during rehearsals for the foxtrot in late October, when La Voix first complained of foot pain. “Those awful flat shoes didn’t help,” she later quipped, blaming the un-drag-like footwear for exacerbating the issue. By Monday, November 17, the pain had escalated into a full-blown crisis. Doctors were called in, scans were booked, and the BBC issued a somber statement on Tuesday morning: “Due to injury, La Voix has been advised by doctors to rest and, as a result, will not dance in this weekend’s Blackpool specials. La Voix and Aljaž will receive a bye through to next week when it is hoped they will be able to dance again.”

Hope, however, proved as fleeting as a Latin lift. La Voix attended an emotional taping of the Strictly spin-off It Takes Two on Wednesday, November 19, where host Janette Manrara – Aljaz’s real-life wife – gently probed for updates. Out of drag as Chris, the performer opened up: “It became clear on Monday that I was struggling and in pain. We had to be professional and call it, get some rest.” Aljaz, ever the optimist, chimed in with a heavy heart: “Blackpool without La Voix is a big mood dipper. It’s hard when Strictly ends for any couple, but this hasn’t ended for us.” The pair shared a hug that spoke volumes, their bond forged in sweat, sequins, and shared dreams of that glittering Blackpool floor.

Fans held their breath through the week, clinging to the “hoped” return. La Voix even posted a defiant Instagram video on Thursday, en route to an MRI scan: “I’m doing everything possible, darlings. This isn’t how I pictured my Strictly story ending, but I’ll be back stronger.” Aljaz, meanwhile, kept the spirits high, spotted strolling Blackpool’s promenade with Janette and their toddler daughter, Lyra, pushing a tiny red toy car. The family outing was pure sunshine – until the caption dropped like a dropped beat.

On November 18, mere hours after the initial injury confirmation, Aljaz uploaded a heartwarming clip to his Instagram Stories. The video captured Lyra “driving” her mini car with gleeful abandon, Janette glancing back with a radiant smile as the autumn leaves swirled around them. It was the kind of wholesome content that screams #FamilyFirst, a brief escape from the studio spotlight. But then, the kicker: beneath the footage, in stark white text against a black background, Aljaz had typed just one word – “Medicine.”

The internet exploded. Was it a cheeky nod to Lyra’s boundless energy as the ultimate cure for a broken heart? A subtle reminder that family heals all wounds? Or something deeper – a prescription for the entire Strictly clan to rally around their fallen star? Within minutes, #AljazMedicine trended on X (formerly Twitter), with users flooding timelines: “This man’s heart is gold. Lyra is the medicine we all need right now,” tweeted one devotee. Another speculated wildly: “Medicine? Is Aljaz hinting at some miracle cure for La Voix? Or is he saying the whole show’s his therapy?” By evening, bookies had slashed odds on Aljaz landing a heart-melting tribute speech from 5/1 to evens.

As Blackpool weekend dawned, the plot thickened. La Voix arrived at the Tower Ballroom not as a performer, but as a spectator – perched in the audience, clad in a sparkling gown that screamed “I’m still fabulous,” her foot discreetly elevated. The atmosphere was electric yet electric with sorrow; Steps’ live medley set the stage, but the missing seventh couple cast a shadow. Hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman wasted no time: “Now, as you may have heard, La Voix sustained an injury meaning she can’t dance in Blackpool tonight. Following further advice from our medical team, we can now confirm very sadly that she has had to withdraw from the competition.”

The announcement hit like a thunderclap. No elimination that week – a bittersweet reprieve for the remaining six couples – but for La Voix and Aljaz, it marked the end of an era. La Voix’s statement poured salt in the wound: “It is with immense sadness that I have to withdraw… My heart truly breaks knowing I won’t be dancing in such an iconic venue. Aljaz and I have worked incredibly hard… I am devastated not to be joining the rest of the cast on that famous dancefloor, but my focus now is on recovery. I’ll be cheering on all the amazing couples this weekend.”

Sunday’s results show, aired November 23, turned the tears into a torrent. A montage reel replayed their highlights: La Voix’s explosive cha-cha to Lady Gaga, Aljaz’s patient guidance through tricky tango footwork, and those off-camera giggles that made them the competition’s comic relief. As the clips rolled, an emotional La Voix wiped away tears: “This has been the most extraordinary experience of my entire life… Aljaz made me laugh through the toughest days. I’m going to leave this experience braver, happier, and such a more confident person, and that’s because of you.”

Aljaz’s on-screen response was poetry in motion – or, in this case, in stillness. “La Voix had everyone in stitches on a Saturday and Sunday night, but I was in stitches seven days a week… I’ve made two friends for life: La Voix and Chris. From Monday to Friday, I had the best time.” Off-camera, sources say he doubled down on that single-word sentiment, confiding to friends that Lyra’s innocent joy was indeed his “medicine” amid the heartbreak. “Aljaz is devastated,” a show insider revealed. “He’s poured everything into this partnership, seeing La Voix not just as a dancer, but as a revolutionary force. That post? It’s his way of saying he’s leaning on family to get through.”

La Voix’s exit makes her the second injury casualty of the 2025 series, following Neighbours star Stefan Dennis’s calf tear in October. The plague of pull-outs has reignited debates about Strictly’s grueling schedule – 10-hour rehearsals, high heels on hard floors, and the pressure to perform perfection weekly. “It’s a wake-up call,” opined former pro Anton du Beke on It Takes Two. “We celebrate the glamour, but the grind is real.” Drag icon RuPaul herself weighed in via X: “La Voix, you slayed every step. Rest up, queen – the runway awaits.”

As the quarter-finals loom without their sparkle, Aljaz faces an uncertain future. Will he return as a pro next year, perhaps with a solo special? Or is this the spark for a tell-all memoir on the highs and hazards of the ballroom? For now, he’s channeling that “medicine” into quiet support, spotted visiting La Voix post-scan with care packages of her favorite drag makeup and healing teas.

In the end, Aljaz’s one-word whisper cuts through the chaos: a reminder that amid the lifts and dips, Strictly is about more than trophies. It’s about the medicine of friendship, family, and fabulous resilience. As La Voix heals and Aljaz reflects, one can’t help but wonder – what’s the next dose? For fans, the prescription is clear: keep watching, keep dancing, and never underestimate the power of a well-timed word.