Reality television star Vicky Pattison has publicly addressed swirling rumours about her marriage to husband Ercan Ramadan, vehemently denying claims of relationship trouble as she competes in this year's Strictly Come Dancing.
The former Geordie Shore personality, who rose to fame on the MTV series, found herself at the centre of speculation after reports suggested her Strictly participation had led to an intimate 'sex ban' with her partner of four years.
Emotional Struggles Behind the Sequins
In an exclusive revelation, Pattison confessed the immense pressure of the BBC competition has taken its toll, admitting she's broken down in tears multiple times during her Strictly journey.
'The training is relentless,' the 36-year-old disclosed. 'There are moments where the physical and mental strain becomes overwhelming, and yes, I've cried - but that's normal when you're pushing yourself to the limit.'
Marriage Speculation Debunked
Addressing the intimate aspects of her relationship directly, Pattison was unequivocal in her response to the rumours:
'Let me be perfectly clear - there is no 'sex ban' in our marriage,' she stated firmly. 'Ercan has been my rock throughout this entire process, and our relationship is stronger than ever.'
The television personality married businessman Ercan Ramadan in a lavish ceremony in 2022, and the couple have consistently shared their relationship journey with fans through social media and public appearances.
The Strictly 'Curse' Conversation
Pattison's comments come amid the perennial discussion of the so-called 'Strictly curse' - the phenomenon where contestants' relationships allegedly suffer due to the intense nature of the competition and close partnerships with professional dancers.
'People love to speculate about relationships on Strictly,' Pattison acknowledged. 'But Ercan and I are completely secure. He's been incredibly supportive of this opportunity from day one.'
The Newcastle-born star joins a long list of celebrities who've had to defend their personal lives while participating in the beloved BBC dance competition, now in its twentieth series.
Looking Forward
Despite the unwanted attention on her marriage, Pattison remains focused on her Strictly journey, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to learn ballroom dancing while navigating the challenges of reality television fame.
'This experience is about personal growth and entertainment,' she concluded. 'We're choosing to focus on the positive and ignore the baseless rumours.'
