Michelle Tsiakkas from Strictly Come Dancing expressed her disappointment at not being paired with a celebrity for this season. Last year, she danced with EastEnders’ Jamie Borthwick, revealing a different side of herself to fans. Despite not having a partner this time, Michelle thanked her supporters for their kind messages, admitting to feeling let down but considering it a normal reaction.
The recent return of Strictly Come Dancing featured various celebrities like Thomas Skinner, Alex Kingston, and George Clarke partnered with professional dancers. Notably, some professional dancers, including Luba Mushtuk, Michelle Tsiakkas, and Neil Jones, have yet to be matched with a celebrity this season. Gorka Márquez had previously announced that he would also not have a partner.
Reflecting on the situation, Michelle, a talented Latin dance champion, shared her perspective, highlighting the joy and fulfillment she finds in the show’s process. She emphasized that last year allowed fans to know her better and promised to share more about herself this year through social media. Despite not having a celebrity partner, Michelle assured fans that they will still see her in various performances throughout the season.
Originally from Cyprus, Michelle made her debut on the BBC dance show in 2022, fulfilling a childhood dream. Encouraging messages flooded in from her co-stars on Instagram, with Vito Coppola praising her talents and urging her to stay true to herself.