The former Strictly Come Dancing star is tracing his family history on the BBC ancestry series.
professional dancer has delved into his family’s history in Canada for the BBC ancestry series, which is set to air next week.In his episode, Kevin discovers more about a relative called Matooski, from the First Nations of Canada, who was subjected to racism during her lifetime.Speaking to the media ahead of the episode, Kevin said : “It’s funny because I’m [so] far removed from Matooski. I’m a 40-year-old white man who’s a ballroom dancer.
“I felt very defensive and protective of her even though it was a long time ago. Just the fact that it was connected with my history.”Kevin admitted he didn’t expected to get emotional on the show, “but then at that moment, I did,” he added.
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