Jan Kittmann had been one of the top favorites on “Let’s Dance” for weeks. But the candidates are incredibly strong this season – and so it can happen to anyone, especially in the last few shows. In the quarterfinals it is Jan and Kathrin for whom the mix of jury points and viewer calls is not enough. A farewell that makes countless fans sad, as the reactions on Instagram and Co. show. And Jan's “Good Times, Bad Times” colleagues didn't expect him to end at all. But despite the shock, they find great words for the 43-year-old.

So write Iris Mareike Steenwho has danced on “Let's Dance” herself, on Instagram: “Of course it hurts to have to leave now, but you will have these incredibly touching memories forever and you can be so proud of yourself.”

Also ex-“Let’s Dance” candidate and actress Ulrike Frankwho even supported Jan in the audience on show nine, feels a mixture of disappointment and pride. Because she firmly believed in his victory, as she even explained in the RTL interview. Now she writes on Instagram: “I don't agree, for me you should have been in the final!!! Dear Jan, you were absolutely fantastic and you can be super proud of yourself!”

It’s clear that Jan and Kathrin deserved a lot more than fifth place Lars Pape as his comment makes clear. And actress Gisa Zach also gets in touch to cheer up Jan Kittmann. “You did and showed such incredible things on Let's Dance. It was impressive and a joy to watch!” This certainly speaks to the hearts of many viewers who will not soon forget Jan's and Kathrin's dances. And no one can take that away from them!