Former Strictly finalist Helen Skelton revealed the upside of one Strictly Come Dancing pro not getting teamed up with a celebrity this year on BBC's Morning Live
TV presenter Helen Skelton revealed that she was 'glad' at the news professional dancer Kai Widdrington was not given a celebrity partner on 2024’s Strictly Come Dancing . The presenter of BBC One’s Morning Live – who herself was a finalist on the show back in 2022 – had 29-year-old Kai as a guest on the daytime show, and was chatting to him about the new series of the dancing competition.
She said to Kai: "As we mentioned, it's the return of the Glitterball! Kai, we said this is your first time with us, I can say this, we're friends, we saw you've not got a partner but we're glad because it means you can hang out with us all week." The pro-dancer previously shared his sadness at not being paired with a celebrity this year. Kai will only take part in the group dances this year. However, the pro dancer is trying not to disappointed, according to the Daily Star."Everyone wants to get a celebrity,” he told said. “Unfortunately, it wasn't my time this series. Two boys couldn't have one this series and sadly I am one of them.
The dancer said he was still excited for this year’s show, and promised some real treats ahead for viewers, according to WalesOnline reports.
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