As the glitterball begins to spin for another season of Strictly Come Dancing, two of its newest contestants are making a bold declaration: their marriages are strictly off-limits to the show's infamous curse.
Reality TV stars Vicky Pattison and Dani Dyer have both entered the BBC studio with their eyes wide open to the show's history of romantic entanglements. Yet, they stand united with their husbands in asserting that their relationships are built on unshakeable foundations of trust and communication.
A United Front Against the Curse
Vicky Pattison, recently married to Ercan Ramadan, is approaching the competition with a blend of excitement and pragmatic honesty. She acknowledges the intense, cloistered nature of the Strictly experience but firmly believes a strong relationship is impervious to such pressures.
Her sentiments are echoed by Dani Dyer, who shares a young son with her husband, Jarrod Bowen. Dyer emphasises that her focus is solely on the dancing and creating a memorable experience for her family to look back on, not on any backstage drama.
Trust Over Temptation
Both women credit their partners' unwavering support as their ultimate shield against the so-called curse. They argue that the narrative often overlooks the fact that many contestants, particularly those with solid home lives, navigate the show without a hint of scandal.
Their message to the public is one of confidence and a touch of defiance. They are there to dance, to compete, and to enjoy the incredible opportunity, all while their proud husbands cheer them on from the sidelines, completely secure in their relationships.
The 2024 series promises its usual mix of dazzling costumes, breathtaking routines, and high drama. But for Pattison and Dyer, the only sparks they intend to fly will be under the dazzling studio lights.
