Strictly’s Vicky Pattison shares her show doubts in candid post about struggles as rehearsals begin liennhi
VICKY Pattison has revealed she has been faced with huge doubt ahead of her impending stint on Strictly Come Dancing.
The reality TV star was revealed to be one of 15 famous faces taking part in the BBC dancing show this year.
Vicky, who recently hosted The Honesty Box on E4, has now revealed that she has been riddled with fear ahead of her time on the show.
The TV personality took part in her first training session for the show yesterday and has since taken to Instagram to describe her first day on the show as a "baptism of fire".
Taking to her social media, Vicky shared two photos - one her looking glam with a face full of make-up before getting started and a second shot of her looking out of puff and worn down after an intense day of training.
Writing alongside the snaps online, Vicky said: "Our first @bbcstrictly rehearsal... The start of the day versus... the end.
"It certainly was a baptism of fire lads... that's for sure! If I was doubting my ability before.. then I REALLY am now!!!
"Dancing is SO HARD! No wonder those pros are all drop dead gorgeous.
"I feel like I've been hit by a car and I've already got blisters.. WTF???
"A serious new found appreciation for everyone who's ever taken part!
"BUT... what an amazing day, the team are incredible, the celebs are so wonderful and the pros are an absolute joy..
"If I hang around long enough... I think I'll really love my new family.
"I'm off to think about my life choices and apologise to all the fellas I stepped all over today."
One of the show's brand new pro dancers Julian was quick to comment under her
He said: "You smashed it today!!!"
Vicky, who rose to fame on MTV's Geordie Shore, was first revealed as a contestant on This Morning.
She said on the show: "I've not got high hopes for my dancing, lads. I'm a drinker not a dancer."
Bubbling with energy, she said: "Do you know it was just really nice to be asked like I watched the show for years. Me and me grandma always used to sit down and watch it on Saturday nights. I've obviously had friends do it ...
Strictly Come Dance 2025 lineup
Strictly Come Dancing news and the latest line up
- Nitro from Gladiators will be showing off his dance moves on this year's show.
- Doctor Who and ER star Alex Kingston has signed up.
- Chris Robshaw, former Harlequins and England rugby captain.
- Eastenders actress Suki Panesar, has moved from Walford to the ballroom.
- Neighbours legend Stefan Dennishas been confirmed.
- George Clarke, a YouTube star, joins Strictly.
- Dani Dyer, joins with previous dancing experience.
- La Voix is the first drag star to join the main series
- Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink swaps is football boots for dancing shoes.
- Ellie Goldstein became the first contestant with Down's Syndrome to take part.
- It is official Thomas Skinner is joining strictly
- I'm a Celeb winner Vicky Pattison has been announced.
"I don't have any grand designs on lifting that trophy. I'd just be happy not to be out first week."
The Heart Radio star continued: "I am buzzing like an old fridge.
"Don't get us wrong, I'm really excited I'm out of me comfort zone, opening myself up to a whole new audience ... so I am terrified, can you tell?
"I've been in this industry 15 years now and I know I'm not the most talented, prettiest, but I promised myself I'd work the hardest .
"I'm going to try me absolute best I just hope they're patient as I'm not the quickest learner!"
‘Is Ellie ok?’ Strictly fans left heartbroken as show’s first ever Down syndrome contestant breaks down on live TV and has to be comforted by pros — after admitting doctors once told her parents she would “never walk or...- suong
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.
The model, 23, is paired in this year's competition with pro
She is the show's first ever contestant with Down syndrome and on Saturday night performed a cha-cha-cha to Yes, And? by Ariana Grande
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.
Those watching at home noticed the moment and penned on X: 'I've noticed Ellie looking uncomfortable. Also noticed her being supported by other dancers.',
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
She is the show's first ever contestant with Down syndrome and on Saturday night performed a cha-cha-cha to Yes, And? by Ariana Grande - earning 17 points
'Ellie looks a bit upset so it's lovely to see Harry and Karen comforting her #Strictly #StrictlyComeDancing.',
'Watching #Strictly last night, I noticed that Ellie appeared upset, and was being comforted/reassured by Karen and, I think, Harry?.',
'Is Ellie ok? #strictly.'
After the live show she took to Instagram however to share a positive message to say she'd had an 'amazing day'.
It comes after last week
She said the competition would give her opportunity to show 'what she was capable of'.
When Ellie was born, doctors said that she would 'never walk or talk', and one nurse devastatingly suggested that her parents might want to 'leave her' at the hospital.
But she has defied all expectations going on to model for Vogue and star in CBBC's Malory Towers, before signing up for Strictly.
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
Those watching at home noticed the moment and penned on X: 'I've noticed Ellie looking uncomfortable. Also noticed her being supported by other dancers'
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.
The model, 23, is paired in this year's competition with pro Vito Coppola and is already a favourite with fans
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.'
