Strictly Come Dancing professional Katya Jones has left fans in stitches after revealing her mother's brutally honest first impression of her latest celebrity partner, Adam Thomas.
The Russian-born dancer, 34, is paired with the Waterloo Road actor for the 2023 series of the hit BBC show. During a recent interview, Jones recounted the moment her mum met Thomas, and her response was far from the polite small talk one might expect.
"She just looked at him and said, 'Oh, he's very... tall,'" Jones revealed with a laugh. The seemingly innocent comment was delivered with a tone that suggested her mother was perhaps expecting someone different.
Jones went on to explain that her mother's unique brand of honesty is a family trademark. "She doesn't mean anything by it, she's just very direct and says exactly what she's thinking in the moment," the dancer clarified, insisting no offence was taken by the 35-year-old actor.
The amusing anecdote offers a glimpse into the early dynamics of one of this year's most anticipated Strictly partnerships. Thomas, known for his roles in Emmerdale and Waterloo Road, is a favourite with the public and is hoping to master the Cha-Cha-Cha and Paso Doble in his quest for the Glitterball Trophy.
Fans of the show have taken to social media to express their delight at the story, with many noting that such honest parental reactions are all too familiar. The pair are set to make their competitive debut on the upcoming live show, and viewers will be watching closely to see if their chemistry translates into top scores from the judges.
