Reality television star Vicky Pattison has made a startling admission about her time on the hit BBC show Strictly Come Dancing, revealing she was consumed by anxiety over the show's notorious 'curse'.
The former I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! winner confessed that the intense pressure and close proximity to her professional dance partner left her in a constant state of nervousness about her relationship.
The Weight of Expectation
Pattison described entering the Strictly bubble as a uniquely stressful experience. The intense training schedules, the physical exhaustion, and the emotional investment required for the competition created a perfect storm of pressure.
'I was an absolute nervous wreck,' she revealed candidly. The fear that the so-called 'Strictly curse'—whereby contestants' relationships break down due to their new partnerships—would strike was a persistent shadow over her experience.
More Than Just Dance Drama
Her confession sheds light on the very real psychological toll that reality television formats can take on participants, far beyond the glitterball trophy and Saturday night lights.
It wasn't just about mastering the Cha-Cha or the Paso Doble; it was about navigating a high-profile environment where every interaction is scrutinised, and rumours can spiral out of control.
Pattison's honesty provides a rare glimpse behind the scenes of one of Britain's most beloved shows, highlighting the personal battles fought away from the cameras.
