Actor Kristian Nairn has pulled out of the new season of Strictly Come Dancing for medical reasons.

Kristian Nairn, best known for his role as Hodor in Game of Thrones, has pulled out of the new season of Strictly Come Dancing. In a statement, Nairn said, "It is with a heavy heart that I must withdraw from this season of Strictly Come Dancing due to unexpected medical reasons." Following the withdrawal, producers have announced that a new contestant will be revealed on The One Show.