Reality television star Vicky Pattison has confessed to being gripped by pre-show jitters as she prepares to trade her Geordie Shore roots for the glittering Strictly Come Dancing ballroom. The 36-year-old media personality admitted feeling an overwhelming sense of pressure to prove herself on the BBC's flagship dance competition.
'I'm absolutely terrified,' Pattison revealed in a candid interview. 'There's this massive part of me that feels like I'm going to embarrass my family and let down my working-class roots.'
The Newcastle-born star, who first found fame on MTV's Geordie Shore, expressed genuine anxiety about whether she belongs on the sophisticated Strictly stage. 'Everyone else seems so polished and perfect,' she noted, 'and then there's me - little Vicky from Newcastle who used to get drunk on television for a living.'
From Reality TV to Ballroom Brilliance
Pattison's journey from controversial reality star to respected media figure has been remarkable, but she still battles imposter syndrome. 'Strictly feels like a whole different world,' she confessed, acknowledging the show's prestigious reputation and dedicated fanbase.
The television personality, who has since built a successful career as an author and presenter, worries that her past might overshadow her dancing potential. 'I keep thinking people will just see the Geordie Shore girl and not take me seriously,' she shared.
Working-Class Pride Meets Ballroom Nerves
Despite her anxieties, Pattison remains fiercely proud of her background and hopes to represent her roots with dignity. 'My family are everything to me,' she emphasized, 'and I want to make them proud rather than embarrass them.'
Her concerns extend beyond the dance floor to the entire Strictly experience, including the elaborate costumes and glamorous makeovers that have become show trademarks. 'I'm used to jeans and a nice top, not sequins and spray tans!' she joked, though clearly nervous about the transformation.
As the premiere approaches, Pattison is determined to overcome her doubts and embrace the challenge. 'However scared I am, I know this is an incredible opportunity,' she stated. 'I just need to remember that the Vicky from Newcastle is strong enough to handle whatever Strictly throws at me.'
