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Shaun Wright-Phillips' Dad Revealed: Ian Wright Shock!
10 Oct
Summary
- Shaun Wright-Phillips is competing on Strictly Come Dancing.
- Many viewers were surprised to learn Ian Wright is his father.
- Shaun followed his father and uncle into professional football.
Strictly Come Dancing contestant Shaun Wright-Phillips, a former professional footballer, has left fans astonished with the revelation of his famous parentage. During a segment on the BBC competition, his father, Ian Wright OBE, made a surprise visit to rehearsals, prompting widespread surprise among viewers. Many took to social media to express their shock, with comments indicating they had no prior knowledge of the father-son relationship.
Ian Wright, 62, adopted Shaun, then three, and raised him as his own. Shaun later embarked on a successful football career, playing for clubs like Manchester City and Chelsea, mirroring his father's legacy at Arsenal and Crystal Palace. The family's footballing heritage continues, with Shaun's son, D'Margio, also playing professionally. Wright-Phillips has credited his father with significant guidance throughout his career, helping him navigate challenges.
Strictly Come Dancing continues its broadcast on Saturdays on BBC One.
