Strictly's Ellie Goldstein reveals the reason she broke down in tears after BBC show debut - telling fans 'your concern means the world' liennhi
Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Goldstein has revealed the real reason she broke down in tears after making her debut on the BBC competition on Saturday night.
Fans have voiced their concerns for the model and actress, 23, as the 'upset' star appeared to be comforted by professional dancers on the first live show.
Ellie, who is paired in this year's competition with pro Vito Coppola and is already a favourite with fans, is the show's first ever contestant with Down syndrome.
She wowed the judges as she performed a cha-cha-cha to Yes, And? by
But later on in the show as host Claudia Winkleman spoke to a La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec about their routine, Ellie appeared to get upset.
She was supported by professional dancers Dianne Buswell, Karen Hauer and contestant Harry Aikines-Aryeetey who put their arms around her and looked to be quietly speaking to her.
Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Goldstein has revealed the real reason she broke down in tears after making her debut on the Strictly dance floor
Strictly fans have voiced their concerns for Ellie Goldstein as the 'upset' star appeared to be comforted by professional dancers on the first live show
Ellie has now revealed the real reason she broke down in tears, telling her fans that the concern from viewers 'meant the world'.
Taking to social media, Ellie posted a photo of herself in her Strictly dress and wrote: 'Thank you all so much for the incredible love and support!
'I’m over the moon that so many of you enjoyed watching me dance last night — I’m honestly having the time of my life. This really is a dream come true!
'I feel so lucky to be surrounded by the most amazing support team: my wonderful family, my agents, the whole Strictly crew, and of course my incredible dance partner Vito. I couldn’t ask for better.
'Dancing on this stage makes me feel strong, sassy, confident, and completely myself — I’m loving every single minute!
'Just a little note: sometimes my eyes get watery after a long day — I promise I’m not upset!
'I’m doing so well and feeling SO happy, and your concern truly means the world.
'Yes, I have Down syndrome, but it doesn’t define me. Not even close. It’s actually the least interesting thing about me.'
Ellie posted on her Instagram about the real reason she cried following her dance
Taking to social media, Ellie posted a photo of herself in her Strictly dress as she explained why she appeared to be upset on the show
Ellie and pro-partner Vito impressed the judges on Saturday night and scored 17 points
Ahead of Saturday's first live show Ellie said: 'Being the first contestant with Down syndrome in the main Strictly series gives me the chance to show everyone who I am, what I've achieved, and what I'm capable of'.
'I hope I can be an inspiration to others watching at home – and most of all, I hope I make people smile and feel happy when they see me dancing!'.
Gucci hired Ellie for its Unconventional Beauty adverts, landing her the cover of Italian Vogue in 2020.
She has graced the covers of numerous magazines, including Elle and Glamour, featured in promotions for Gucci Beauty, Adidas, TK Maxx, Body Shop, Boots, Spotify, Victoria's Secret and Sports Direct, and even hung in the National Portrait Gallery in London on two occasions.
Ellie has been flown to Sweden, Italy and Germany for photoshoots, and has just strutted her stuff on the catwalk at London Fashion Week.
When Mattel launched its first Barbie with Down's syndrome, the company hired the star to help promote the doll.
'I've done so much modelling and I love it,' she previously told Daily Mail.
'And I adored doing the Barbie job — it was great to finally see a doll that looked like me.'
Jack Fincham reveals his bloodied and bruised face after losing his bare-knuckle fight with Aaron Chalmers as he's supported by his on-and-off girlfriend Chloe Brockett liennhi
Jack Fincham was supported by his on-and-off girlfriend
The former Love Island star, 34, stepped out for the first time since losing his bare-knuckle fight against
Jack previously confessed that he and Chloe, 24, had split for the eighth time in June, but it appears the pair have worked through their breakup.
The reality star showed his face, which had several cuts including one across his nose, as he left his hotel in Manchester following the fight.
Meanwhile, Chloe cut a casual figure in bright blue leggings and a cream jumper as she was seen alongside Jack pulling around a suitcase.
Jack revealed the extent of his injuries following the fight as he took to Instagram to a share a clip of his bloodied face.
Jack Fincham was supported by his on-and-off girlfriend Chloe Brockett as he showed off his nasty injuries after his latest bout in the ring on Sunday
The former Love Island star, 34, confessed that he and Chloe, 24, had split for the eighth time in June, but it appears the pair have worked through their breakup
During the match, he was downed twice and was cut on the nose before his corner pulled him out of the fight in the second round.
Jack revealed his relationship is over for the eighth time in June, just weeks after rekindling their romance for the seventh time.
During a Q&A with his Instagram fans, Jack was asked by one fan if he and the former TOWIE star are still together.
Sharing a snap of himself at the gym, he simply replied: 'No it's a single summer of boxing and working as hard as I can.'
Since leaving TOWIE in 2023, Chloe has pursued a career sharing steamy content on OnlyFans.
Earlier this week, the star set pulses racing in a skimpy red lace body, which showcased her enviable figure.
The on-off couple most recently called time on their relationship back in April after 'a stressful year'.
Yet things appeared to be back on track with the couple earlier this month after they were spotted shopping at Sainsbury's in Grays, Essex.
Jack revealed the extent of his injuries on Sunday by sharing a video of his bloodied face, after losing his bare-knuckle fight against Aaron Chalmers
During the match, Jack was downed twice and was cut on the nose before his corner pulled him out of the fight in the second round
A source told The Sun at the time: 'Chloe and Jack have been on and off for months but have finally put their differences aside to give their relationship another chance.
'They really want to make it work so have been enjoying some lowkey dates as they gradually build the trust.
'They have realised they have something special so want to put their time and energy into making it work.'
They then sparked further rumours of a reconciliation when they shared snaps on their respective Instagram accounts from the same East London market.
Taking a visit to Columbia Road Flower Market, Jack shared a snap outside the Birdcage pub.
Chloe then also posted a picture from the same spot as she posed with a huge bouquet of flowers.
Jack and Chloe first got together in 2019 but have split several times over the years and even moved in together before their seventh split.
It has been a difficult time for Jack, who last month revealed he has been secretly battling bulimia for two decades as he opened up on his struggles with his mental health.
Jack said he developed the eating disorder at the age of 14 when he started out as a boxer due to the pressures of getting down to his fighting weight.
Jack revealed his relationship is over for the eighth time in June, just weeks after rekindling their romance for the seventh time
He revealed he now needs 'daily medication' because of the damage his decades-long battle with bulimia has done to his body.
'I have been a bulimic for 19 years, bingeing on food and then being sick,' he told The Sun.
'I'm in agony without daily medication, I could be on them forever, I don't know.'
Bulimia (bulimia nervosa) is an eating disorder and a serious mental health condition characterised by struggles with binge eating and purging.
