Strictly: Tasha emotional after surprise visit from brother Alex
Strictly Come Dancing star Tasha Ghouri was overcome with emotion as she was joined by her brother in the studio.
The Love Island star, 26, is battling it out for the coveted glitterball trophy against JB Gill, Chris McCausland and Sarah Hadland.
After performing her Show Dance with Aljaž Škorjanec, Tasha received a perfect 40 from the judges. Speaking to Claudia Winkleman, Tasha opened up about the support she has received from her family.
She said: "My dad, my mum, Andrew. Thank you for supporting me. I'm so lucky to have such a great circle around me of people who truly love me. They uplift me and keep me strong. They keep me going, keep me motivated.
"This is for them. And thank you to all the fans as well who have supported us. Genuinely, thank you. I can't thank everyone enough."
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Tasha was then asked about her brother, Alex, who she believed was in Australia.
"My brother. He's in Australia right now, probably with all the kangaroos, having the time of his life. My brother is so supportive and I really miss him."
Tasha added: "He can't be here today but I'm missing him a lot."
Claudia then revealed that Tasha's brother wanted to watch her dance before welcoming him into the studio. Tasha was lost for words as she covered her mouth with her hands.
Alex and Tasha embraced as those in the studio began welling up. The presenter revealed that Alex had just landed and headed straight to the studio to watch her dance.
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Asked what he thinks of his sister, Alex gushed: "She's just, you can't describe it. Watching your little sister dance and following your dreams. You're just so special."
Tasha's brother confessed he wouldn't miss seeing her perform in the final for the world as the pair continued to hug.
Viewers flocked to social media to comment on the emotional reunion, with one writing: "Tasha’s brother surprising her into Chris and Dianne’s video oh god I’m emotionally ruined."
Another agreed: "Tasha’s brother flying over has set me off."
A third exclaimed: "NOT TASHA'S BROTHER FLYING OVER FROM AUSTRALIA IM SOBBING."
A fourth penned: "Tasha being surprised with her brother all the way from Australia. So beautiful."
