Comedian Chris McCausland has been hailed as ‘inspirational’ after delivering a moving performance on Strictly Come Dancing to the iconic Liverpool football club anthem, “You’ll Never Walk Alone” by Gerry and the Pacemakers. McCausland, who is blind and lost his sight at the age of 22 due to retinitis pigmentosa, captivated viewers with a Waltz alongside his professional partner Dianne Buswell.
A fan of Liverpool, McCausland’s choice to dance to the emotionally charged anthem resonated not only with the football club but also with the city as a whole. Viewers at home were deeply touched by McCausland’s elegant performance, particularly a moment where he danced solo with grace and poise.
Social media buzzed with admiration for McCausland, with one viewer expressing, “Ohh goodness! Chris is just smashing it. I’m so in awe of him. His footwork, frame and delivery just wow and to the most iconic song which means so much to so many – in bits.” Another viewer remarked, “Chris & Dianne doing a waltz not a dry eye in the house,” while a third chimed in, “Just give Chris McCausland the glitterball trophy NOW. Not only is he inspirational he is incredible keep voting for him Strictly family.”
Prior to the show, McCausland had praised Strictly singer Tommy Blaize, who shared a preview of the performance on Twitter. Blaize, a supporter of Liverpool, posted a video of himself singing “You’ll Never Walk Alone” while wearing a Liverpool shirt, adding to the emotional significance of the night for McCausland.
Responding to Blaize’s post, McCausland expressed, “And this just makes it even more special for me. Tommy Knox it out of the park every time he sings, I just hope I can do the same with the dancing bit.”
The heartwarming performance by Chris McCausland on Strictly Come Dancing has left a lasting impact on viewers, cementing his status as an inspiration both on and off the dance floor.