December 22nd 2024.
On Christmas Day, viewers can look forward to seeing Chris McCausland on their TV screens once again. The talented comedian, who made history last week by winning the popular show Strictly Come Dancing, has been given yet another prestigious honor. Along with other notable personalities like Stephen Fry and Tom Daley, Chris will be delivering Channel 4's alternative festive message.
At 47 years old, Chris was the first blind contestant on Strictly and his win with partner Dianne Buswell was a momentous occasion. Now, he plans to use his platform to call for an end to discrimination against disabled individuals in his Christmas speech. The network has confirmed that Chris will highlight the resilience, creativity, and determination of disabled people, describing them as some of the most remarkable individuals one can meet.
In his speech, Chris will humorously apologize to viewers for indulging in mince pies before using the popular holiday treat as a metaphor for equality. He will declare that he does not discriminate between the fancy or budget pies, the big or small ones, or even the ones with different toppings. To him, they are all equal and will all meet the same fate of being stuffed into his mouth in one go.
However, Chris also acknowledges that discrimination is never a good thing and shares a personal anecdote about his experience with it. He once applied to be a spy for MI5 and made it to the top 1% of applicants before being rejected for being blind. While he jokes that sometimes discrimination can be necessary for the safety of the nation, he believes that we can do better and end it.
Chris lost his sight in his early twenties due to a hereditary condition, but he has not let it stop him from pursuing his dreams. He uses his experiences as inspiration for his comedy routines and charmed audiences on Strictly with his self-deprecating humor. His partnership with Dianne was a fan favorite, with their emotional waltz to the Liverpool anthem "You'll Never Walk Alone" earning them a perfect score.
As the first blind contestant to lift the Strictly trophy, Chris is now in high demand and is predicted to increase his net worth by a staggering amount in the coming years. A PR expert even believes that this is just the beginning for Chris and that he will have many more opportunities in the TV industry. However, fans hoping to see him on the Strictly 2025 Live Tour will be disappointed as his own mammoth stand-up tour cannot be rescheduled.
But fear not, as there is still plenty of Strictly content to look forward to. The other finalists, including Tasha Ghouri, Sarah Hadland, and JB Gill, will be joined by their professional partners for the country-wide tour. And for those who want to catch Chris's Alternative Christmas Message, tune in to Channel 4 at 4:50pm on Christmas Day.
Aside from his successful career, Chris is also a family man and loves to spend time with his wife and children. He is grateful for the opportunities that have come his way and hopes to inspire others to never give up on their dreams, no matter the obstacles. We can't wait to see what Chris has in store for us next, and if you have a celebrity story, video or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to the entertainment team.
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