Diversity cancel their show at the last minute due to

Diversity cancel their show at the last minute due to Ashley Banjo having difficulty walking after a painful injury

Diversity had to cancel their Sheffield show on Saturday evening with just a few hours' notice.

The former Britain's Got Talent stars were due to perform at Sheffield City Hall as part of their 2023 Supernova tour.

However, Ashley Banjo has sustained an injury that causes him to have difficulty walking and is unable to perform.

Diversity shared a post on their official Instagram page and said, “IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!

“Due to an injury sustained during the matinee show, the Diversity performance will not take place tonight.”

Diversity had to cancel their Sheffield show on Saturday evening with just a few hours' notice.

Diversity had to cancel their Sheffield show on Saturday evening with just a few hours' notice.

The former Britain's Got Talent stars were due to perform at Sheffield City Hall as part of their 2023 Supernova tour

The former Britain's Got Talent stars were due to perform at Sheffield City Hall as part of their 2023 Supernova tour

Diversity shared a post on their official Instagram page and said, “IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!  Due to an injury sustained during the matinee show, the Diversity performance will not take place tonight.”

Diversity shared a post on their official Instagram page and said, “IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!! Due to an injury sustained during the matinee show, the Diversity performance will not take place tonight.”

“Please hold on to your tickets and wait for more information in the next few days.”

Ashley later posted a video on Instagram in which he explained that he was having “difficulty” walking after the incident.

He said: “We are all absolutely disappointed with tonight's show in Sheffield… Due to the injury I am currently having trouble walking, let alone dancing, which is why we had to postpone the show so close to the show.”

“But we are doing our best to resolve the issue and get the shows back on track as quickly as possible.”

“We are very sorry for everyone who has already made their way to the venue. I promise you this is not a decision taken lightly. And I know how disappointing it is when a show is canceled at the last minute. If there had been another way, we would have done it.

He concluded by saying, “I'm sorry again, I'll update you soon. Lots of love.”

Ashley later posted a video on Instagram in which he explained that he was having

Ashley later posted a video on Instagram in which he explained that he was having “difficulty” walking after the incident

This comes after Dancing On Ice viewers called for Johnny Weir to be a permanent judge on the ITV show as he replaced Ashley during Sunday's show.

American figure skater Johnny, 39, made his judging debut during Musicals Week and performed in front of fans.

Professional dancer Ashley, 35, announced during last Sunday's show that he was taking a break from DOI to tour with his dance group Diversity.

Ashley will return to the judging panel alongside Oti Mabuse, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean in time for the show's semi-finals.

Johnny immediately won over the audience with his intelligent reviews and fans were impressed by his constructive comments.

Viewers called for the pro skater to be drafted as Ashley's permanent replacement, writing: “Can we please keep Johnny?”

This comes after Dancing On Ice viewers called for Johnny Weir to be a permanent judge on the ITV show as he replaced Ashley during Sunday's show

This comes after Dancing On Ice viewers called for Johnny Weir to be a permanent judge on the ITV show as he replaced Ashley during Sunday's show

Professional dancer Ashley, 35, announced during last Sunday's show that he was taking a break from DOI to tour with his dance group Diversity

Professional dancer Ashley, 35, announced during last Sunday's show that he was taking a break from DOI to tour with his dance group Diversity

Ashley will return to the judging panel alongside Oti Mabuse, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean in time for the show's semi-finals

Ashley will return to the judging panel alongside Oti Mabuse, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean in time for the show's semi-finals

Another wrote: “Can we have Johnny Weir as a judge every week?” He is SO much better than Ashley. He knows what he’s talking about with skating, and he actually gives tough, real criticism.”

Johnny, who took part in the 29th season of Dancing with the Stars in the US, is preparing to fly to London ahead of the next show.

On Monday, Johnny broke his silence on the news, telling his Instagram followers: “Good morning everyone, I've just jumped on the ice for my final training session before I head off to London tomorrow to take part in Dancing On Ice, which one is.” one of the biggest skating TV shows in the world.

“In all my 27 years of skating I’ve never performed on the ice in the UK so I’m looking forward to that and to seeing all the couples perform and sitting next to Jane and Christopher!”

DANCING ON ICE: MEET THE 2024 PARTICIPANTS

RICKY HATTON

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AGE: 44

OCCUPATION: Former professional boxer

WHAT DID HE SAY? “If I can keep my nerve in the boxing ring, I should be able to keep my nerve in the rink.”

HANNAH SPEARRITT

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AGE: 42

PROFESSION: SINGER

WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm really looking forward to learning a new skill. “It's so easy to live a comfortable life and that aspect of variety is very appealing.”

GREG RUTHERFORD

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AGE: 36

PROFESSION: Athlete

WHAT DID HE SAY? “I like challenges and I needed a reason to go out and do things again and here we are.” “I want to perform something that hasn't been done before, that's my goal.”

Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards

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AGE: 59

OCCUPATION: OLYMPIC SKI JUMPER

WHAT DID HE SAY? “Dancing on Ice is a show I've always wanted to do. “It's a challenge that I think I'll enjoy!”

RICKY NORWOOD

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AGE: 40

OCCUPATION: EastEnders star

WHAT DID HE SAY? “It comes at such a great time in life.” I can’t skate at all! “No rehearsals yet, I just did physical therapy to strengthen the body.”

RYAN THOMAS

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OCCUPATION: Corrie star

WHAT DID HE SAY? “Everyone keeps asking me, 'Are you doing this?' I've told everyone!'

CLAIRE SWEENEY

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AGE: 52

OCCUPATION: ACTRESS

WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm entering the unknown here.” I don't know how I'll feel. But I'm very excited.'

AMBER DAVIES

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AGE: 26

OCCUPATION: WEST END STAR

WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I would definitely say I'm an adrenaline junkie, but as I get older I get more and more nervous and I hope I can keep it at bay.”

MILES NAZAIRE

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AGE: 27

PROFESSION: REALITY STAR

WHAT DID HE SAY? “I’ve always loved dancing but it’s usually on the dance floor on a Saturday night and Dancing on Ice looks so difficult.”

LOU SANDERS

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AGE: 37

PROFESSION: COMEDIAN

WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm afraid of hitting my head, or just smashing my old head in.” “I can't afford to lose any more brain cells.”

ADELE ROBERTS

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AGE: 44

OCCUPATION: RADIO HOST

WHAT DID SHE SAY? “For me it means putting everything on hold”! I think the hardest part is putting myself out there because I usually hide.

ROXY SHAHIDI

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AGE: 40

OCCUPATION: Emmerdale star

WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I can’t skate. I haven't actually said anything to anyone, but mostly because I'm so nervous about it!'