KAI Widdrington’s unexpected absence from the celebrity pairings on Strictly Come Dancing 2024 has left fans buzzing with speculation.
The story behind his absence from the pairings reveals insights and theories that could explain why he’s not paired up this season.
Kai Widdrington‘s absence from the celebrity pairings on Strictly Come Dancing 2024 has been a topic of much discussion.
The official explanation is that there are typically more professional dancers than available celebrity partners.
This season, Kai, Carlos Gu and Lauren Oakley are the professionals left without pairings.
However, fans have speculated that there might be more to it.
Some believe that Kai’s absence could be linked to a strategic decision involving fellow dancer Neil Jones.
Neil, who has often been without a partner in the past, might be given a chance this year as part of a potential farewell to him.
Another theory suggests that Neil might be a better fit for certain celebrity partners due to his style or experience, leading to Kai being sidelined this year.
Kai himself has expressed his disappointment but remains positive, hoping for a partner in future series.
He told the Daily Star: “Everyone wants to get a celebrity.
“Unfortunately it wasn’t my time this series.
“Two boys couldn’t have one this series and sadly I am one of them.
“Some of us don’t get partners and that’s the way it is.”
Yes, Kai will still appear in Strictly Come Dancing 2024, despite not being paired with a celebrity.
His role will be more focused on group performances and supporting the show in other capacities, rather than having a dedicated celebrity partner.
Kai said: ‘We have been filming a lot of the group routines.
“There are some amazing ones.
“We have worked really hard through the summer to get them ready for the series.
“One of the ones I feature in is very funny.”
While it’s hard to say for certain whether Kai Widdrington will return to Strictly in 2024, given his popularity and previous contributions to the show, it’s certainly possible he could return next year.
The likelihood of him appearing is looking positive though, as he’s expressed his hopes for being paired up with a celebrity in the next series.
Kai said: “Let’s see what happens next year.
“Hopefully I’ll get one then.”
Fans and viewers generally have a strong attachment to the pros and Kai’s continued presence in the group routines suggests he remains a valued member of the team.
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