Kym Marsh dons a black top with sequin lips as she returns to Strictly training

Kym Marsh was all smiles as she returned to Strictly training in Cheshire on Monday after missing last Saturday’s episode due to falling ill with Covid.

The Coronation Street star, 46, cut a casual figure in a black top featuring a sequinned lip print while sporting coordinating leggings and a parka.

Earlier in the day, she gave an update on her return to the BBC ballroom show while discussing her dad David’s recent hospitalisation on Morning Live.

Emerging: Kym Marsh was all smiles as she returned to Strictly training in Cheshire on Monday – after detailing ‘scary’ week with Covid and dad’s hospital dash

Her pro partner Graziano Di Prima, who wrapped up with a black coat and scarf – also looked delighted to be back and brought a hot drink for the actress.

Kym wore her light brown tresses over her shoulder and toted her essentials around in a black leather duffel bag.

Graziano accessorised his look with a black beanie hat and Air Jordan Nike trainers while lugging his belongings across the car park with a suitcase.

Earlier in the day, she gave an update on her return to the BBC ballroom show while discussing her dad David’s recent hospitalisation.

Opening up: Earlier in the day, she gave an update on her return to the BBC ballroom show while discussing her dad David’s recent hospitalisation on Morning Live

Looking good: The Coronation Street star, 46, cut a casual figure in a black top featuring a sequinned lip print while sporting coordinating leggings and a parka

Gorgeous: Kym wore her light brown tresses over her shoulder and toted her essentials around in a black leather duffel bag

Kym said on Morning Live: ‘Start of the week I came down with Covid. That was rubbish. Thankfully I’m testing negative now. 

She added that this past week had been ‘scary’ due to her father – who was recently diagnosed with incurable prostate cancer – suffered a health scare.

Graziano admitted it was the ‘hardest thing ever’ to watch Strictly from home as he also appeared via video link.

He said: ‘I can’t wait to see you. We take for granted that we spend so much time together. Being apart for a week has been strange.

Arrival: Her pro partner Graziano Di Prima, who wrapped up with a black coat and scarf – also looked delighted to be back and brought a hot drink for the actress

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Low-key: Graziano accessorised his look with a black beanie hat and Air Jordan Nike trainers while lugging his belongings across the car park with a suitcase

‘It’s crazy – but today, I’m going to meet her again.’ 

Earlier this week, a Strictly spokesperson confirmed that Kym would be sitting out this week as a result of the virus.

They told MailOnline: ‘Kym Marsh has tested positive for Covid-19. As a result, Kym and Graziano will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. 

‘Strictly Come Dancing protocols mean that all being well, they will return the following week.’

And the announcement came just two weeks after Kym admitted she nearly quit the show after suffering a crippling panic attack just hours before the live show. 

Oh dear: Kym said on Morning Live: ‘Start of the week I came down with Covid. That was rubbish. Thankfully I’m testing negative now’

The television star was said to have burst into tears before she was consoled by twinkle-toed star Graziano ahead of a live show that aired last month.

Former Coronation Street actress Kym, who is said to have contemplated quitting the contest due to her overwhelming anxiety, told The Sun: ‘It just came over me, almost out of nowhere, and I couldn’t carry on.’

It is claimed Kym struggled to continue dancing, prompting producers to comfort her as she calmed down, and hours later she took to the floor again during the live show and completed her dance. 

Nightmare: ‘Kym Marsh has tested positive for Covid-19 . As a result, Kym and Graziano will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend,’ a source told MailOnline 

Former Hear’Say singer Kym added: ‘I’ve always suffered from panic attacks. It’s something I don’t mind talking about because I know it can affect anyone at any time.

‘Sometimes it has been ages (since an attack) and then suddenly one just hits.

‘Everyone thinks that because you’re on the telly you must be amazingly confident, but the truth is that I’m not always and this is how that comes out.’

She added that she did not know what brought on the panic attack, surmising that it could have been that she’d had some harsh comments from the judges combined with the fact she’d also been working other jobs, leaving her emotional and exhausted.

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Heartbreaking: Kym revealed that her dad’s diagnosis with incurable prostate cancer was the reason she decided to join Strictly Come Dancing this year

Kym said she ‘lost her confidence completely’ and ‘went to pieces’, admitting she did not see how she could carry on with the show.

Despite having therapy in a bid to curb her anxiety, Kym said it can still ‘creep up’ on her.

Kym revealed that her dad’s diagnosis with incurable prostate cancer was the reason she decided to join Strictly Come Dancing this year.

What a pair! Kym and Graziano are pictured at the Pride of Britain Awards in October 2022

The TV personality admitted that ‘we just don’t know what’s going to happen’, and wants to do things he can come to watch.

While the actress also shared that she’s been asked to join the competition before, but turned it down.

Kym shared the heartbreaking news that her dad, David, had been diagnosed with the illness back in 2021.

David is currently receiving treatment for the cancer, with Kym telling MailOnline: ‘We don’t know how long my dad is going to be around but we know he’s not well.

‘So I just want to do things that I know he’ll want me to do and want to come and see. Especially something so joyous,’ she explained.

Kym, who married Army Major Scott Ratcliff last year, admitted that she’s been asked to do the show in previous years, but turned it down.

But with the future unknown and Scott potentially headed back to the army, the actress has decided to do the show ‘while I can’ and with the support of her family.

‘My husband is in the army and he might be deployed again next year so you just think “let’s do things while we can”‘.

STRICTLY COME DANCING 2022: WHO ARE THE CONTESTANTS?

KYM MARSH

Age: 46

Profession: Coronation Street star and presenter

Kym says: ‘I’m so delighted that this year they have! I’m a huge fan of the show and can’t believe I’m going to go from watching at home in my pyjamas to actually dancing in front of the judges in a glittery dress.’

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ELLIE SIMMONDS 

Age: 27

Profession: Former athlete 

Ellie says: ‘To be asked to be part of the Strictly family is just so exciting and I cannot wait, it’s going to so much fun.’

TYLER WEST 

Age: 26

Profession: Radio DJ

Tyler says: ‘It’s a show that means so much to me and my family and I can’t wait to seriously shake a leg on that shiny dance floor… with a side of sequins.’

ELLIE TAYLOR

 

Age: 38

Profession: Comedian

Ellie says: ‘Well, cover me in fake tan and roll me in sequins! I’m absolutely over the moon to be a part of Strictly 2022!’

TONY ADAMS MBE 

Age: 55 

Profession: Retired footballer and manager

Tony says:  ‘To say I’m excited is an understatement – the lure of the sequins and the call of the salsa has me swapping my battered old football boots for a set of Strictly soft shoes’

WILL MELLOR

Age: 46

Profession: Actor

Will says: ‘I know it will be a huge challenge but that’s what life is all about. This is also my Mum’s favourite show and she’s had a really tough few years so I’m doing this is for her as well. Bring it on!’

 MOLLY RAINFORD

 Age: 21

Profession: Singer 

Molly says: ‘I already know it’s gonna be an experience of a lifetime and I can’t wait to meet the rest of the Strictly family I’ll be sharing it with.’

FLEUR EAST

Age: 34 

Profession: Singer

Fleur says: ‘I’m equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this year’s Strictly line up. I’m excited to learn new skills and I want to soak up every moment of this magical experience.’

 HAMZA YASSIN

Age: 35

Profession: Wildlife cameraman and presenter

Hamza says: ‘I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. Never in a million years did I think I’d be on such a cool show.’

HELEN SKELTON

Age: 39

Profession: TV and radio broadcaster

Helen says: ‘I’m really excited to get stuck into a fun adventure. My family and friends have always loved the show and can’t wait for me to get started’