Dan Walker reacts to Strictly backlash as he admits he's 'not sure' how he's still in show

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09.11.2021 - 13:03

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Dan Walker, 44, has reacted to reports questioning how he is “still” in the competition after his fellow contestant and show favourite Adam Peaty, 26, was voted off Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday.The BBC Breakfast host revealed he was “unsure” how he is still dancing on TV screens, but said it was a “true privilege” to remain in the dance contest for now.Sharing a newspaper cutting questioning why he is still in Strictly, Dan typed: “I’m not sure but we are incredibly thankful for all the support and it’s a true privilege to be a small part of the biggest show on the telly.“I know articles like this are sourced from a few comments on social media but each week I get thousands of messages from people who love the show and are really.

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