Thomas Skinner has revealed his upcoming return to the BBC after missing out on the Strictly Come Dancing final last month. During an appearance on Good Morning Britain, the former Apprentice contestant engaged in a candid conversation with ITV hosts Ed Balls and Susanna Reid. Last season, Thomas partnered with professional dancer Amy Dowden on Strictly, who recently explained his decision to skip the finale. Despite facing online criticism from the start, Thomas was the first to be eliminated from the competition, sparking speculation of manipulated public voting.
While on the show, Susanna shared an official statement from the BBC affirming the integrity of the Strictly Come Dancing public vote, dismissing any allegations of tampering. During the interview, Thomas reflected on his brief stint on Strictly and expressed his eagerness to collaborate with the BBC again. Addressing rumors of potential legal actions against the broadcaster, Thomas clarified the nature of his discussions with the BBC and his future projects with them.
Thomas disclosed his reasons for not attending the reunion finale, citing his desire to avoid overshadowing other contestants due to negative press coverage. Despite missing the final, Thomas mentioned his growing friendship with Amy and his plans to play golf with another Strictly pro, Kai Widdrington. Reflecting on the intrusive media attention during his BBC journey, Thomas expressed concern for his family’s well-being amidst the scrutiny.
Although his Strictly journey was tumultuous, Thomas expressed regret over participating in the show but acknowledged the positive relationships he formed. The Mirror exclusively reported discrepancies in Skinner’s voting figures, indicating his unpopularity among viewers. Independent exit poll results revealed his low vote count, leading to his early exit from the program. Thomas vowed to continue working with the BBC, emphasizing the impact of the negative attention surrounding his time on Strictly.
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