Hi y’all xx

2025: a year of struggle with my health, but also opening of new doors for wheelchair dance for mental health and growing expertise in dance, as well as biomedical sciences study. Thank you all my friends here for your support! Here’s to a brilliant 2026 - Happy New Year! Xx

I give Scarlett and Vito a 10! Talk about save the best for last! Those Cha Cha walks! Your footwork! Those hips! Spins! Beautiful musicality, extensions of arm lines, fluidity - this was a wonderful Christmas present! You NEED to do a full series! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Nicholas and Luba an 8. I loved this routine! A tad too much open work for a Viennese Waltz for me, but in your turns you absorbed your weight brilliantly! You clearly have a sense of musicality and this was great. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Jodie and Neil an 8. A great show of power from you, Jodie! I think sometimes this routine didn’t connect seamlessly from one trick to another so it didn’t flow perfectly, but overall you sleighed! Loved your personal style. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Brian and Michelle a 9. Your performance was star quality! Your kicks could’ve used with a pointed toe for sharpness, and there was a move you didn’t quite finish through your body, but otherwise wow! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Mel and Kai a 7. Overall a great performance. I think you could’ve used your heels and toes for more emphasis as it was danced at one level a tad, and your hands could’ve been more intentionally placed, but your prop work was amazing! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Babatunde and Nancy an 8. Wonderful! I saw some glimpses of swivel, good prop work, and your energy and cheekiness was wonderful for the Charleston! I think you could’ve been a tad lighter on your feet, otherwise what a festive treat! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Well, another series of Strictly is over. Thank you everyone who has supported me and believed in me, even when I didn’t believe in myself. I love my Strictly community. I’d be nowhere without you. Thank you. I love you xx #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I knew the moment you finished that incredible Jive that you’d taken the Glitterball! That Jive was the dance of a winner, pure and simple. Congratulations Karen and Carlos, you’re such a special partnership 💕 #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Tess and Claudia, our dream team. You’ll be missed so very much; whoever replaces you will never bring that unique special quality that you both brought to the show. Thank you for the joy 💕❤️ #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly #ThankYouTessAndClaudia

I give Karen and Carlos a 10! I’m glad I can give this the 10 it deserves! For me, this Jive is up there with the greats like Ashley Roberts and Jill Halfpenny! Best dance of the Final, and best dance of the series HANDS DOWN! Thank you so much xx #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give George and Alexis a 10! What a way to end your time on Strictly! This was amazing in Week 2, but now? Spectacular. You had some of the most beautiful Paso march action I’ve seen on Strictly. Take your 10 from me! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Amber and Nikita a 10! Amber, you’re an effervescent explosion of energy in the very best way. This Jive will always be a masterclass for future Strictly contestants, up there with the greats. Thank you for the memories 💕 So proud of you xx #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Karen and Carlos a 9. A showstopper of a Showdance! Such high energy mostly perfectly channelled into very intricate choreography, apart from the sticky Charleston section. But overall, athletic and artistic. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give George and Alexis a 9. A wonderful show of tricks! A remarkable display. It was so close to a 10 for me, but I do think your fingers could’ve been a tad less splayed at the end. But this beautifully encapsulated your improvement 💕 #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Amber and Nikita a 10! Apparently I have diva arms, so let me say YOUR diva arms are incredible, Amber! I think the ‘lack’ of dynamics was a stylistic choice to match the diva style, cool and collected. Loved it. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Karen and Carlos a 10! Those leg lines were EVERYTHING! The kissing of your feet, the interlocking action of the legs, your pirouette jump, the strength juxtaposing the fluidity - this was just stunning! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give George and Alexis an 8. Last time I gave this a 7 and advised you to absorb weight onto the inside edge of your foot. This was much better! Your footwork, however, was a tad haphazard in places. But clear improvement! Well done! #StrictlyComeDancing

I give Amber and Nikita a 10! What I loved about your Paso this time was how well you coped with the different speeds and timings, and my only criticism last time was your positioning towards the end, and this was smoothed out this time! Bravo! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Balvinder, your resilience is nothing short of inspirational; so many would’ve crumbled after so many Dance Offs, but you simply shone instead. I’m so incredibly proud of you. Julian, what a wonderful first series. So much love to you both xx #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Bal, you’re the Queen of the Dance Off; you always manage to dance better in the Dance Off, this was no exception. However, I would vote to save the contestant with a tad more refinement, polish and technique, so I would save Amber and Nikita. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give George and Alexis’ Charleston a 9. Your best dance yet for me! Some brilliant swivels, even if your Charleston basic got a tad sticky. I loved the lifts even if they did look like they were going to unravel. But overall it was very unique! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Not Craig coming for Vito 💀 #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Karen and Carlos’ Salsa a 10! Karen Carney: Lioness, DANCER! The Salsa is a party dance and you brought the party and the celebration! Spins to DIE FOR, technically on point, stunning lifts, a real smooth swagger, pure improvement! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Amber and Nikita’s Couples Choice a 10! Amber, you ARE enough. You exude talent from the tips of your toes to the top of your head. Choreographically perfect and executed with perfection, every line, every step. Twinkling star! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I need a Motsi’s English language Duolingo course honestly. Giving icon #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Balvinder and Julian’s Waltz a 9. Your musicality is wonderful! Out of hold, it was danced more like an American Smooth than International Waltz, but that’s not your fault Bal! Your top line’s wonderful. Deserving of your Semi Final place! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give George and Alexis a 7. You threw your all into this routine and I LOVED that! For the Samba I think you needed some softness to contrast with the attack, as the attack was at times way too much. Also you almost tripped up. But entertaining! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Karen and Carlos’ Waltz a 10! Tears in my eyes. I have a curved spine; I understand it’s near impossible to do what you just did with your top line. This was stunning! And your softness and musicality! Off the charts. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Amber and Nikita’s Tango a 9. You are a stunner of a dancer! My only criticism, and it’s about the choreo and not the dancing, is that the lines were blurred between ballroom and Argentine Tango so it wasn’t authentic. But you were stunning. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Balvinder and Julian’s Salsa an 8. It’s clear to see your conviction. Occasionally an awkward bent leg, and in parts you couldn’t danced with a tad less restraint, but your timing and musicality and your lifts were incredible! Well done! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Lewis, you’re a pure sensation, and you’re one of the most naturally talented men to have competed on this show. And Katya, you’ve shown your talent and gift as a pro and a choreographer this series! Will miss you both immensely! Xx #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Lewis, you’re such an incredibly talented dancer and you always dance well. However, I would vote to save the contestant whose technique was executed perfectly and whose routine was more advanced, so I would vote to save Amber and Nikita. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Lewis and Katya an 8. Danced with conviction and a style that is uniquely yours, Lewis! It felt very authentic, you are a real talent. I’m with Shirley, it did come apart a tad. But no one can deny your quality of movement and performance. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Amber and Nikita a 10! THAT is how you dance a Charleston! Immaculate. A star. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Balvinder and Julian a 9. This is what I love for Viennese Waltz; understated, elegant, authentic, without too much faff. Beautiful turns, coverage of the floor, stunning top line. Fingers a tad splayed, but a dance fit for the Quarter Final!#StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Karen and Carlos an 8. What a performance! Great spins as always, batucadas were good, great corta jacas, lovely bounce. I think you could’ve had a tad more engagement of your core. But you’re a real contender! Well done. ✨ #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give George and Alexis an 8. Loved the conviction; you committed 100%! At times nice leg lines, but then things got a tad messy from the waist down. At times I felt it lacked the element of surprise. But this was performed extremely well! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Alex, you’re an icon. You’re a legend. You’re ARE the moment. You’ve achieved so much and you’ve been a joy to watch. And of course Jojo, you give everything always. Another wonderful partnership. I’ll miss you both very much. Lots of love xx #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

Alex, it was brilliant to see your Cha Cha Cha danced with no mistakes, it was BRILLIANT! I absolutely loved it, and I loved your performance. Bal, this was a good Jive, danced and performed well. On style, I’d vote to save Alex and Johannes. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

The Instant Dance Challenge showed why Strictly still has so much life in it, so much more to give. Innovation like this is the way forward, but make no mistake: Strictly is still sparkling ✨ #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly #InstantDance

Everyone coped brilliantly with this Instant Dance challenge! I have to say though, Lewis and Amber in particular absolutely smashed it! 4+4 💋 #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I love this Instant Dance challenge already omg I’m so excitedddddd 😅😍 #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Amber and Nikita a 10! What a Jive! Your energy was off the charts with this Jive, and your musicality and presence was undeniable. I’ve always had a little note for improvement; this time I don’t. Perfection! #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Karen and Carlos a 10! LOVED LOVED LOVED THIS! Everything has come together for you at the right time. Your spins are wonderful! Intricate choreo! Speed changes! I saw your gift in Week 1 and you are shining! It’s giving winner vibes. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Balvinder and Julian a 7. Overall, I think this was a nice Jive with personality. There were some good kicks. Other times, your legs were too far apart, and some stop and start moments. But your determination and strength is outstanding. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Lewis and Katya a 9. As a performance piece, truly stunning and captivating. I would’ve liked a tad better balance of attack and softness. I think there was a tinge of contemporary that choreographically I liked. I love watching you dance. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give George and Alexis an 8. I think your personality is truly beginning to show through, wonderful! You maintained a great speed. Work on your frame and posture and everything else will come together. Also need more intentional hand placements. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly

I give Alex and Johannes a 6. First, I want to say I love your performance skill. I enjoyed the performance. However, there were so very many mistakes; you seemed to go blank and forget the routine. But beautiful arms! Still ADORED it though. #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly