Former The Apprentice contestant and Strictly Come Dancing star Thomas Skinner has found an unexpected new friend in US Senator JD Vance, creating a transatlantic buzz.
The 34-year-old entrepreneur, known for his colourful personality and memorable appearances on reality TV, has been spotted bonding with the Ohio Republican during Vance's recent UK visit.
An Unlikely Political Pairing
Skinner, who rose to fame on the 2019 series of The Apprentice before appearing on Strictly the same year, has reportedly developed a close friendship with the conservative politician. The pair were seen deep in conversation at several London events, with onlookers describing their chemistry as "surprisingly natural".
From Reality TV to Political Circles
The London-born businessman, known for his catchphrase "I'm not here to make up the numbers", seems to have made an impression on Vance during the senator's fact-finding mission to Britain. Sources suggest their shared working-class backgrounds and straight-talking approaches created an instant connection.
Skinner, who grew up in a council flat before building his pillow business empire, appears to have found common ground with Vance, whose memoir Hillbilly Elegy chronicled his journey from Appalachian poverty to Yale Law School.
Social Media Reacts
The unlikely friendship has sparked lively discussions online, with many fans expressing surprise at the pairing. "Never thought I'd see Thomas Skinner and JD Vance in the same sentence," tweeted one amused observer.
Others have speculated whether this marks Skinner's first steps into political circles, though the businessman has made no official comment about any potential career shift.
