Strictly fans moved to tears by Sarah Hadland's emotional 'dance of the series'

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left in tears after Sarah Hadland performed an emotional dance dedicated to her late father.

The actress, who is best known for her roles in Miranda and Breeders, danced a Viennese Waltz to the song 'What the World Needs Now' by Burt Bacharach.

Hadland's father passed away in 2019, and she said that the dance was a way of paying tribute to him.

"My dad was my biggest fan," she said. "He would have loved to see me on Strictly, so this dance was for him."

Hadland's performance was praised by the judges, with Craig Revel Horwood saying it was "the most beautiful dance of the series".

Fans of the show took to social media to share their thoughts on Hadland's dance, with many saying that it had brought them to tears.

"That was the most beautiful dance I've ever seen on Strictly," one fan wrote. "Sarah Hadland is a true inspiration."

"I'm not crying, you're crying," another fan joked. "That dance was absolutely stunning."

Hadland's dance was a reminder of the power of dance to express emotions and to connect people.

It was a truly moving and unforgettable moment on Strictly Come Dancing.