October 26th 2024.
A familiar face has made a grand return to the Strictly Come Dancing studio. After a five-year hiatus, one of the show's beloved professional dancers is back in the mix.
Kevin Clifton first joined the Strictly family in 2013 and stayed for a remarkable six years, winning the coveted glitterball trophy in 2018 with his partner Stacey Dooley. The two eventually became more than just dance partners and are now proud parents to their daughter Minnie.
In 2019, Kevin announced his departure from the show, expressing his gratitude for the experience and his fellow dancers. He promised to leave on a high note and move on to a new chapter in his career. However, it seems that his love for the show never faded as he returned to the studio this week.
The Grimsby-born choreographer shared a picture on his Instagram Story, giving fans a sneak peek inside the studio. Without a caption, he left viewers wondering about his purpose for being there. Some speculated that he may have taken the photo from behind the judges' table.
His post caused a frenzy among Strictly fans, who have been vocal about feeling that the show is not the same without Kevin. From the picture, it was evident that preparations for Halloween Week were underway, with spooky decorations scattered around the studio.
Tonight, viewers will be treated to an exciting Halloween special, with performances from celebrities such as Shayne Ward, Tasha Ghouri, Pete Wicks, Chris McCausland, and Jamie Borthwick. It's a crucial week for the contestants, as they fight to maintain their place in the competition following the elimination of Paul Merson last week. And who knows, maybe they'll have the added pressure of performing in front of a former Strictly legend like Kevin?
Kevin is not the first former Strictly pro to return to the ballroom. Last week, Oti Mabuse was spotted in the audience after choreographing a professionals' number. Kevin left the show in 2019, and since then, he has always maintained that he would go back if the timing was right.
In a previous interview, Kevin spilled some juicy details about what goes on behind the cameras on Strictly. He hinted at a possible feud between a pro and their celebrity partner, saying that he had seen it happen before. Though he refused to name names, he revealed that a pro had made it obvious that they didn't like their partner.
During a Q&A session with fans, he was asked if he would ever consider returning to Strictly. Kevin replied that he had never said never and that he felt like he left at the right time. He added that he has many other interests besides ballroom dancing, such as theatre, singing, and acting, and that he wanted to explore those opportunities.
So, while Kevin may not be a full-time Strictly pro anymore, he hasn't ruled out the possibility of returning in the future. As for now, fans can catch him on tonight's Halloween special, which airs at 6:25 pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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