August 10th 2024.
Have you ever wondered what it's like when a dance partner just doesn't click with you? Well, former Strictly dancer Brendan Cole, who was a part of the show for 13 years, reflects on his experience and how important it is to have a good connection with your partner in this weekend's Sixty Seconds. He also shares his thoughts on the show's early years with the legendary Bruce Forsyth and opens up about his excitement to hit the stage with some of his fellow ex-professionals.
Speaking of hitting the stage, Brendan is gearing up for his new show, Legends Of The Dance Floor, and rehearsals are just around the corner. As someone who has been dancing his whole life, he knows the importance of being physically fit and ready to take on the demands of the show. But he also emphasizes the importance of dancing with a partner and how it's a different kind of fitness that can't be achieved in the gym.
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Brendan is thrilled to be working with some familiar faces on his new show, including James Jordan, Vincent Simone, Pasha Kovalev, and Ian Waite. They're all old friends and their camaraderie and banter on stage is insane. This is the first time they've all worked together, even though they've been on Strictly at different times. So, it's a reunion of sorts for them.
But don't let the friendly banter fool you, these dancers are still as competitive and headstrong as ever. However, they have also learned to relax and enjoy what they do, rather than constantly trying to prove themselves. It's all about having fun and supporting each other on stage.
In light of the recent controversy surrounding misconduct on the show, Brendan shares his thoughts on the importance of gelling with your celebrity partner. He acknowledges that it's the best job in the world, but also the worst. When you have a good connection and enjoy working with your partner, it's a phenomenal experience. But when there's no chemistry, it can be incredibly challenging to spend 8-12 hours a day in such an intense environment.
That being said, Brendan has had some rough partnerships in the past where he didn't necessarily get along with his partner. But as a professional, it's his job to get them through it and make the best of the situation. On the other hand, he's also had amazing partners who he loved working with. It's all about taking the good with the bad and coming out of it unscathed.
And sometimes, these partnerships can be life-changing. As seen with Annabel Croft, who called Strictly her "therapy" after losing her husband to bowel cancer. This is the beauty of the show, it's not just a physical challenge, but an emotional one as well. And for some, it can truly change their lives.
As one of the original dancers on the show, Brendan has seen it evolve dramatically over the years. Some changes have been for the better, while others not so much. He fondly remembers the "innocent and calm" days with Bruce Forsyth, where the focus was more on the beauty of ballroom and Latin dancing. Now, it's all about the glitz and glamour, which has its positives and negatives.
Speaking of returning to the show, Aljaz Skorjanec is making a comeback after a two-year hiatus. Brendan jokes that they might be running out of pros, but he's not counting on a call-up anytime soon. However, he has nothing but praise for Strictly and believes it's a show that can reach all ages. So, even after 20 years, he doesn't see a need for it to take a break. After all, it's a show that brings people together and that's something special.
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