Tess Daly broke down in tears as βStrictly Come Dancingβ paid a poignant tribute to former host Sir Bruce Forsyth upon its return on Saturday (9 September) night.
The presenter had an emotional response after the professional dancers performed a special routine to honour Brucie, who died last month at the age of 89.
The pair hosted the first 11 series of the BBC ballroom show together, and as the latest series began, they took time out of proceedings to remember him.
There was a special look back at his highlights from his time on βStrictlyβ, with contributions from Tess and co-host Claudia Winkleman, the showβs professional dancers, as well as judges past and present Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli, Darcey Bussell and Len Goodman.
They pros then took to the floor to perform a waltz to one of his favourite songs, βFly Me To The Moonβ.
The performance ended on a poignant note, with the dancers turning around to salute a silhouette of Bruce with his trademark pose.
βWhat a routine, he would have loved that,β Tess said.
With her voice cracking, she continued: βOur thoughts are with his dear wife Winnie, his children, his grandchildren and his great grandchildren and everyone - and I mean everyone - at βStrictlyβ is thinking of you.β
Claudia, who was comforting Tess, also said: βHe was a legend to so many people, but to us at βStrictlyβ, he was just Brucie, and it was his hard work, dedication and professionalism that helped make this show what it is today.β
Tess added: βTo put it in his own words, didnβt he do well.β
A private funeral took place for Bruce earlier this week, with just family and friends in attendance.
A public memorial service for Bruce is currently being planned, and expected to take place in the coming months.
βStrictly Come Dancingβ continues on Saturday 23 September, as the show goes live and the new pairings take to the floor for the first time.