Reality television favourite Vicky Pattison has forcefully shut down swirling rumours suggesting she's abandoned the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing before even taking her first step onto the famous dancefloor.
The former Geordie Shore personality, who was announced as part of the star-studded 2024 lineup, took to social media to address what she called 'nonsense' speculation about her departure from the BBC flagship programme.
Setting the Record Straight
In a passionate statement to her millions of followers, Pattison made her position crystal clear: "Just to address the elephant in the room... I'm not quitting Strictly!" She expressed both frustration and amusement at the baseless claims, emphasising her commitment to the competition.
"The rumours are completely untrue," she stated. "I'm absolutely thrilled to be part of Strictly this year and can't wait to get started."
Excitement Behind the Scenes
Rather than preparing to exit, Pattison revealed she's deep in preparations for the show's launch. She shared behind-the-scenes glimpses of her preliminary meetings with the production team and growing anticipation for the challenge ahead.
Sources close to the production confirm that Pattison has been enthusiastically engaging with pre-show preparations and is considered one of the most committed contestants in this year's lineup.
A History of Speculation
This isn't the first time Strictly Come Dancing has faced premature exit rumours. The high-pressure competition often generates intense speculation about contestant departures, particularly before the series officially begins.
However, Pattison's direct approach to addressing the false claims has been praised by fans who appreciate her transparency and no-nonsense attitude toward online gossip.
The new series of Strictly Come Dancing is scheduled to begin next month on BBC One, with Pattison expected to be front and centre when the celebrities meet their professional partners for the first time.
