Thomas Skinner, known for his appearance on The Apprentice, has issued a statement expressing regret over participating in Strictly Come Dancing. The 33-year-old was partnered with Amy Dowden but was eliminated after two weeks.
In a lengthy statement, Skinner said: 'If I’m being completely honest, I really regret doing Strictly Come Dancing. I wish I’d never done it.' He added that the only positive from the experience was meeting his dance partner, whom he described as 'a genuinely lovely person.'
Skinner previously claimed he received an anonymous email suggesting the public vote was manipulated following his early exit. He said he requested to see the official voting figures but was told they could not be shown to him. The BBC has denied the allegations, stating that the public vote is 'robust and independently overseen and verified to ensure complete accuracy.'
Despite the controversy, Skinner insisted he is on good terms with the BBC, saying: 'I don’t hate the BBC. They gave me my big break when I appeared on The Apprentice.' He concluded by stating he wants to move on and focus on his family and work.
