December 14th 2024.
Fans of the hit show Strictly Come Dancing have been buzzing about comedian Chris McCausland's impressive performances as he nears the highly-anticipated finale. The 47-year-old contestant has been paired with professional dancer Dianne Buswell, and together they have been lighting up the dance floor week after week.
In his most recent dances, Chris wowed the judges with a cheerful Charleston and a dazzling Viennese waltz set to Metallica's "Nothing Else Matters." His talent and charisma have earned him a spot in the final, where he will compete for the title of this year's ballroom champion.
But as fans root for Chris, they have also been reminiscing about his previous role in the popular soap opera EastEnders. In fact, last year's Strictly contestant Jamie Borthwick, who plays Jay Brown on EastEnders, was eliminated in week 10. During his time on the show, host Claudia Winkleman asked Jamie about his family's reaction to his Strictly success, to which he replied with a laugh, "They still can't believe I'm here!"
Chris couldn't resist making a joke about Jamie's soap star status, saying, "It must be nice for them to see you on the telly without having to watch EastEnders." The crowd erupted in laughter, and Jamie even joined in on the fun, applauding Chris for his quick wit. However, fans of both shows will remember that Chris actually made a guest appearance on EastEnders in 2018, playing a character named Karl who won a chess match by distracting his opponent with ketchup on his nose.
As fans continue to share their excitement for Chris on social media, some have even shared screenshots of his EastEnders cameo, praising his sense of humor. It's clear that Chris has a talent for making people laugh, both on and off the dance floor.
But as the competition heats up, Chris and Dianne have been consistently avoiding the bottom two spots, giving them a strong chance at winning the coveted glitter ball trophy. However, they will face tough competition from Miranda star Sarah Hadland and her partner, last year's winner Vito Coppola. Vito captured the hearts of the nation with his previous partner, ex-Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach, who had been on the show for twelve years.
Speaking of Ellie, she recently opened up about her experience on Strictly during an episode of the reality show Drama Queens. She shared with her mother Karen that being on the show made her feel like she was constantly under a microscope, with everything she did being scrutinized by the media. She also expressed her frustration with the false stories that were often published about her.
But despite the challenges, Ellie and Vito were able to take home the glitter ball trophy last year. And as the current season of Strictly nears its end, all eyes are on Chris and Dianne as they aim for the same goal. This article was originally published on October 14, 2024, and fans can't wait to see who will take home the trophy this year.
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