Home / Arts and Entertainment / Strictly Glitterball Stays Local: Comedian Cheers Neighbours Win
Strictly Glitterball Stays Local: Comedian Cheers Neighbours Win
21 Dec
Summary
- Comedian Chris McCausland congratulated neighbour Karen Carney on winning Strictly.
- McCausland, who won last year, joked the trophy was staying local.
- The final featured emotional tributes and a letter from Queen Camilla.
Comedian Chris McCausland celebrated his neighbour Karen Carney's victory on Strictly Come Dancing this past Saturday. McCausland, who himself won the glitterball trophy last year, expressed delight that the trophy would remain in the local area, as Carney resides just around the corner. He shared his joy on social media, congratulating both Carney and her professional partner, Carlos Gu.
The Strictly finale was a memorable event, with each finalist performing three times. Carney was visibly shocked and emotional upon being announced the winner, thanking her partner and supporters. The show also paid tribute to long-serving hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who received a special letter of appreciation from Queen Camilla, praising their enduring partnership and the joy they brought to viewers.
Queen Camilla's letter highlighted the show's focus on friendships and shared endeavours, commending Daly and Winkleman for their warmth and happiness radiated over the years. Daly, who holds a Guinness World Record for hosting the same dance competition for over 21 years, began her tenure in 2004 alongside the late Bruce Forsyth, with Claudia Winkleman taking over in 2013.
