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ANGIE Best has revealed that she’s back in hospital after a suffering ‘setback’ following her battle with colon cancer.

The former model, 74 – who announced that she was diagnosed with the disease in January – shared that she was cancer-free back in July.

“Colon cancer is a growth of cells that begins in a part of the large intestine called the colon,” Mayo Clinic states.

Angie, who is the ex-wife of football legend George Best, has been keeping fans up to date on social media after having traditional medicine, chemotherapy and immunotherapy, as well as an alternative mistletoe therapy in Switzerland.

Taking to her page earlier today, Angie said: “Update my homies. I find myself back in the hospital.

“I have an infection. They think it’s bacterial. Bt I have to stay here a few days for results and to make it better.

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Angie Best, 74, reveals she’s cancer-free after doctors removed tumours

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Angie Best reveals she has to go under major surgery within days

“See you on the other side.”

She captioned the post: “Slight setback but nothing that can’t be fixed.”

Many rushed to the comments section to share that she is in their thoughts, including her reality star son Calum, who wrote: “I love u and we have got this.”

Another said: “You are in my prayers.”

“Sending love and hugs and strength xx,” a third chimed in.

A fourth added: “Wishing you a speedy recovery sending love and prayers.”

After major surgery to remove a tumour from her colon in July, Angie told fans the incredible news that she is free of the disease.

Sharing her good news on Instagram, she wrote: “Bit different from all the miserable videos of the last 7 months. I’m a truly happy grateful girl, it’s over.”

In a video update, a relaxed Angie explained: “The chemo and the immunotherapy prior had shrunk my 30cm lump down to a little tiny bit that was attached to the colon.

“They shrunk it, now we go in and cut it out… A bit like an interior designer coming in and moving the furniture around, but it still works.

“So then it’s done, they sew you up, then they wait three days, and in those three days, they give you fluids only.

“So of course I lost so much weight, this is why I look so drawn, but I’m not worried about that because I’ve just been eating some shrimp tempura and I’m gonna gain that weight back again without no worries about that.

“On the fourth day, they give you your first meal, very sensible meal, all white.

“And then they wait for the next morning to see if you go to the bathroom.

“I did. And again the next day and again the next day, so everything was working as it should perfectly in my little colon.

“I’m so happy because now I can officially say with gratitude and love that I am cancer free and healing. All I’ve got to do now is get better.

“I’ve got to heal and I can do that. That’s what I’m good at. God knows it’s the only thing I’m good at.

“But I can’t come home yet because this was such a major operation. I have to wait eight days and sit and wait, but I’m gonna use that time to heal and get better.

“I’ve got so much I want to do. I’m going to reinvent myself at the ripe old age of 74. Wish me luck!”

Strictly stars Katya Jones, 37, and ex-husband Neil, 44, were both injured and forced to pull out of rehearsals

Rehearsals for the new Strictly series didn’t get off to the best start last week after two fan favourites were unable to take part.

Katya Jones, 37, and ex-husband Neil, 44, were both injured and forced to pull out of rehearsals, it has been reported.

It came at the worst time for the former couple, as it also meant that they missed out on a number of pre-recorded group routines.

While they both returned to dancing on Friday, the damage could have already been done as it may jeopardise their chances of being paired with a celebrity. This will be particularly devastating for Neil, who didn’t get a partner last year.

A source told The Sun: “There was a real crisis on set when both Neil and Katya were injured at the same time and there were concerns they wouldn’t be able to recover in time for the series start in two weeks.”

They added that Katya and Neil were “gutted” to miss out on the group dances as it “guarantees screen time if they don’t get a partner, which Neil often doesn’t”.

The Mirror has reached out to the BBC for comment.

It comes after Strictly released its very first trailer on Saturday introducing the new hosts with as much glitz and glamour as expected.

High-octane from the off, fans were treated to energetic performances by the pro dancers down the backstage of Elstree as glitter was thrown in the air and chandeliers rolled into shot. The infamous Glitterball also made an appearance, with judge Craig Revel Horwood attempting to smash it with a sledge hammer while co-stars Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke showed off their dance skills.

The trailer concluded by introducing its brand news hosts Johannes Radebe, Emma Willis and Josh Widdicombe, who held hands as they made their way down the brightly lit stairs. The trio are taking over from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman after they quit the BBC show last year.

As part of a huge revamp, bosses also axed long-standing professionals, Karen Hauer, Gorka Márquez, Nadiya Bychkova, Luba Mushtuk, and Michelle Tsiakkas in favour of new talent. While former Strictly contestant Ellie Taylor replaces Janette Manrara and Fleur East.

Sharing the trailer online, Strictly declared: “Let’s get this party started!”

Fans were ecstatic, flocking to the comments to share their thoughts, with one writing: “So, so excited for this to start, I literally look forward to strictly every year..” While another commented: “YES YES YES WE ARE SO BACK.”

The BBC competition kicks off with a pre-recorded show on September 19 with the star-studded line-up – including EastEnders’ Lacey Turner, Love Island winner Dani Dyer and singer Delta Goodrem – learning who they will be partnered up with.

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