September 21st 2024.
Comedian Chris McCausland is quickly becoming a fan favorite on the hit show Strictly Come Dancing. The 47-year-old is breaking barriers in more ways than one, as the show's first-ever blind contestant. Paired with Australian pro Dianne Buswell, 35, Chris is charming both the audience and social media with his impressive first performance.
While Chris had the nation on their feet with his dance routine, his jokes were also a hit on social media. He fearlessly poked fun at the fact that the stars were able to gather in the same room as a GP on launch night, with Dr Punam Krishan competing for the glitterball trophy. And in the first live show of the year, Chris took things even further with a joke that hit close to home, given the recent scandals surrounding the show and allegations of misconduct against former professionals.
But Chris isn't just winning over the audience with his humor, he's also impressing them with his dancing skills. Despite being blind, he and Dianne earned a standing ovation for their first performance. Viewers were amazed at how well he danced, even compared to some of the celebrities who can see their partners demonstrating moves. And it's only week one!
When asked about his training, Dianne praised Chris for being a hard worker. But Chris couldn't resist sharing some mishaps that occurred during training, including a trick where Dianne stands on her head and is grabbed by Chris. He joked that they messed it up multiple times and one day she even kicked him in the head. But he took it all in stride, proving that he has a great sense of humor and isn't afraid to make fun of himself.
Chris's debut on Strictly has made history, as he is the show's first-ever blind contestant. He started losing his sight at the age of 22 due to a hereditary condition called retinitis pigmentosa. Despite this, he has not let it hold him back and continues to live his life to the fullest.
Viewers were moved by Chris's story and his amazing performance. They took to social media to express their support and admiration for him, with some even joking that he should be declared the winner of the show in week one. And when judge Craig Revel Horwood criticized his routine, Chris had the perfect clapback, saying he was too tired to care and offering to drive Craig home. He truly won over the hearts of the audience and the judges.
But for Chris, it's not about winning. He's just grateful for the opportunity to be on the show and to share his love of dancing with the world. And as the competition continues, viewers are excited to see what he will bring to the dance floor next.
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