July 12th 2024.
In 2021, the talented Rose Ayling-Ellis made history by winning the popular dance competition, Strictly Come Dancing. Fans were in awe of her incredible skills and were even more impressed when she showed off a stunning new hairdo while attending a Paralympics event. Rose, who is best known for her role as Frankie Lewis on EastEnders, was recently announced as one of the presenters for the upcoming Paralympics in Paris, France.
The photos of Rose at the event captured her with a beautiful lighter hair color as she confidently posed for the camera. Fans were quick to shower her with compliments on Instagram, with many wishing her luck in her new role. One fan, @cath10hicks, wrote, "Best of luck Rose, it's great to see you again! You look absolutely beautiful. Good luck in your new role." Another fan, @lilypops, added, "Absolutely stunning, you will be amazing. I can't wait to see you in all your projects. Congratulations." It's clear that Rose has a dedicated fan base who are excited to see her succeed.
Rose's success on Strictly Come Dancing is even more impressive when considering that she was the first deaf actress to compete on the show. Her outstanding performances with her partner Giovanni Pernice earned them a Bafta for the "Must-See Moment of the Year." They went on to win the competition, solidifying Rose as an inspiration for many fans with disabilities.
However, Rose initially had reservations about participating in the silent dance performance that ultimately won the Bafta. She explained in an interview with The Guardian, "I watched this pre-recorded video by external choreographers and immediately didn't like what they'd come up with. I was up for the idea, as long as it wasn't a patronising stunt. An attempt to get the pity vote, all sad, dreary and 'poor me'." Rose wanted to make sure that her participation was not seen as a pity move, but rather a celebration of her abilities.
Her concerns were valid, as the choreography initially portrayed deafness in a stereotypical and limited way. Rose shared, "It was what hearing people think deaf people experience. Very insular, cut-off, small. It was so sad. And that's not me." She was determined to showcase her true self and break away from the typical depiction of deaf individuals in the media.
After her groundbreaking win on Strictly, Rose left her role on EastEnders as Frankie Lewis and went on to star in a West End revival of As You Like It. She will soon be seen in her own documentary, Signs For Change, where she will continue to inspire and educate others about the deaf community. With her talent, determination, and grace, Rose Ayling-Ellis is a true role model and trailblazer. We can't wait to see what she will accomplish next.
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