BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Chris McCausland 'nearly cancelled' as 'intentional' moment 'missed'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukChris McCausland has been told he was 'nearly cancelled' following his Strictly Come Dancing debut. The comedian was among the 15 celebrities to be welcomed to the iconic ballroom on Saturday night (September 14).
The new series, which marks the nation's favourite dance show's 20th year on air, officially kicked off with hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman back and ready to welcome the new crop of celebrities onto the show and reveal their professional dance partners for the first time.
Chris, who is Strictly's first-ever blind contestant, was paired with Dianne Buswell, who reached the final last year with EastEnders star Bobby Brazier. READ MORE: BBC Strictly Come Dancing 2024 confirmed pairings of celebrities and professional partners full list Speaking about Dianne's new partnership, Claudia said that the pairing was dreamy to which Chris replied: "She is absolutely over the moon having me because she [Dianne] really wants November off.
You’ve got a holiday booked, haven’t you?!" When asked by Claudia to talk Chris through what to expect on Strictly, Dianne said: "Firstly, I am a big fan of yours.
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