Vincent Simone, a former Strictly Come Dancing star, has given his opinion on this year’s competition after admitting to being surprised by Thomas Skinner’s match.
Strictly Come Dancing made its long awaited comeback on Saturday night following months of scandals and drama. It seemed like the hit BBC dance competition was ready to get into action without any more hiccups as they secured 15 fresh celebrities.
However, the signing of controversial Apprentice star Thomas Skinner certainly threw caution to the wind as he hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Thomas stormed out of press launch for the show and later admitted to having an affair just weeks after marrying his wife Sinead.
On Saturday his Strictly pairing was revealed, with beloved professional dancer Amy Dowden taking on the task. Many viewers took issue with the match as Thomas’ controversy casts a shadow on Amy’s return following her cancer treatment and foot injury.
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Vincent Simone, a former Strictly pro, was one of the people who were offended by the pair because of their striking similarities. He claims that Amy Dowden and Thomas Skinner’s pairing surprised him greatly.
Amy Dowden is very classy and elegant, and Thomas is a true lad’s lad. Vincent continues, “But I changed my mind when I saw them together.” The producers did a fantastic job, and I think it can work and be fun. They’re going to make a great team, in my opinion.
The dancer, who played on Strictly from 2006 to 2012, says Alex Kingston is her current favorite if I had to pick one of the cast this year.
She’s elegant, has a history in the industry, and is a true woman, I believe she’ll do well. La Voix will be fantastic and entertaining in addition.
Fans can see how well these performers have fared this year when they first hit the dancefloor on Saturday. Vince comments, “The celebrities all appear to be working together; it’s crazy, even more so than the professionals.”
Everyone is scared at this stage of the competition, but they are eager to start working because it’s difficult to tell who is currently the best fit. Lewis Cope will work well with Katya Jones, and La Voix appears to be fantastic with Alja.
“I also like Vicky Pattison because I adore Kai Waddington and her acting abilities. They will be good all at once. Jo]Radebe and Alex]Kingston appear to have good chemistry going forward.
Professional dancer Dianne Buswell is making history as the first pro to compete while pregnant. She announced her happy news earlier this month with YouTube star partner Joe Suggs, who she met on the show.
Vincent gave his verdict on how she will be able to perform as he tells Paddy Power Games on behalf of the Mirror : “It’s always good to have a first – there’s so many firsts that have happened on Strictly, as we know. I’m really happy for Dianne Buswell.
“She is paired with Stefan Dennis, and I don’t think they will be doing too many acrobatic dances. It’ll be more focused on the elegant side of the dancing, which is perfect for her at this stage of her pregnancy.”
In regards to Strictly’s future, Vincent says, “People love it, and I believe it will continue for at least another ten years.”
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Source: Mirror
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