April 29th 2024.
Renowned dancer and Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood recently made a surprising revelation during an appearance on Ireland's Late Late Show. The 59-year-old star shared that he had recently undergone surgery to have his toes flattened, as years of dancing in high heels had taken a toll on his feet.
Craig's passion for dancing began in his childhood and led him to work on various West End productions. He has also made appearances on shows like The Masked Dancer, and is set to take the stage once again in a production of The Wizard of Oz. However, his love for high heels has resulted in some unfortunate consequences.
During his interview with host Patrick Kielty, Craig opened up about his injury and even showed off his orthopaedic shoes, which he now has to wear on a daily basis. He jokingly called them "hideous" and explained that they were not a fashion statement, but a necessary measure to alleviate the pain caused by his "nasty bunions."
The surgery was a result of years of dancing in high heels, which had left his little toes squashed and caused him "terrible wounds." He also shared that he couldn't wait to slip his new toes into a pair of stilettos to play the Wicked Witch in his upcoming production.
The specialist who performed the surgery was surprised that Craig was still able to walk, given the damage to his feet. But Craig, being a professional dancer, is used to being in "continuous pain" and has even worn out his hip joints from years of intense dancing. He also suffers from arthritis, which has been exacerbated by his rigorous dance routines.
In fact, he had previously suffered a painful injury during a performance in 2013, which left him in "crippling" agony. Despite initially thinking it was a pulled ligament, he later found out that he needed a hip replacement due to arthritis. Craig shared that dancing had been "detrimental" to his body and had put it through an immense amount of stress and strain.
But despite the challenges and injuries, Craig remains dedicated to his passion for dancing. His story serves as a reminder of the physical demands and sacrifices that come with being a professional dancer. The Late Late Show airs on RTE One, and Strictly Come Dancing can be streamed on BBC iPlayer.
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