Phoebe Daly, the 21-year-old daughter of television presenters Tess Daly and Vernon Kay, has offered fans a rare and emotional glimpse behind the curtain of the Strictly Come Dancing final.
A Family Affair at the Grand Finale
While over eight million viewers tuned in to watch footballer Karen Carney lift the Glitterball Trophy, Phoebe had the best seat in the house. She was present to witness her mother, Tess Daly, 56, co-host the glittering finale alongside Claudia Winkleman, marking the end of their 15-year partnership on the show. The film production student, who is also a big sister to 16-year-old Amber, shared a series of intimate snaps and a heartfelt statement on social media, reflecting on the show's profound impact on her life.
An Emotional Tribute to an 'Inspiration'
In her post, Phoebe described the final as "incredible" and praised the "magical" love and joy the programme creates. She expressed her gratitude for having seen her mum work with "the absolute best people." The evening was bittersweet, serving as both a celebration of the show and Tess Daly's remarkable 21-year tenure as its host.
"Mum you are a true inspiration to me," Phoebe wrote. "I will hold all these Strictly memories close to my heart forever. It’s been in my life since the day mum was pregnant with me so I don’t know life without Strictly and for that reason I will forever be the show's number one fan."
Behind-the-Scenes Glamour and Fun
Phoebe's social media posts gave followers more than just heartfelt words. The images showcased the glamour and excitement backstage at the iconic BBC studios:
- In one black-and-white photograph, she was pictured cosying up with fellow finalists, West End star Amber Davies and YouTuber George Clarke, before they were announced as runners-up.
- A fun TikTok video captured Phoebe dancing around with head judge Anton Du Beke, both fully embracing the celebratory spirit of the night.
- Another stunning snap showed Phoebe posing model-like in front of a shimmering curtain, accessorised with a white handbag, proving the apple doesn't fall far from the glamorous tree.
Through her posts, Phoebe Elizabeth Daly not only celebrated a spectacular television event but also painted a touching portrait of a daughter's immense pride in her famous mother's legendary career.
