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Strictly Come Dancing fans were left scratching their heads on Monday night after Vicky Pattison, who was eliminated over the weekend, failed to appear on the BBC’s spin-off show It Takes Two. Traditionally, the latest star to leave the competition joins the show the following week for their first big interview, reflecting on their Strictly experience. But as the programme aired, viewers were quick to spot that Vicky was nowhere to be seen.
Host Fleur East addressed the unexpected absence during Monday’s episode, confirming that Vicky and her professional dance partner, Kai Widdrington, would join the show later in the week. However, Fleur stopped short of offering any details about why the former Geordie Shore star wasn’t on the sofa as expected, sparking a wave of speculation online.
Social media lit up almost instantly, with fans wondering whether Vicky had skipped the interview out of frustration, scheduling issues, or a behind-the-scenes disagreement. Others expressed disappointment, as the post-elimination chat has become a Strictly staple, offering viewers closure and celebrating the journey of each departing contestant.
But now, insiders have shed light on the situation, revealing that the absence was not dramatic at all, but entirely planned.
According to The Mirror, a source close to Vicky explained that the reality TV favourite had already arranged a celebration for her upcoming birthday, and had been granted permission by the BBC to take the time off. With training, rehearsals, and Strictly commitments dominating her schedule over recent months, Vicky had barely seen her friends and family, making the celebration a rare chance to reconnect.
The insider said:
“Vicky had it pre-agreed that she was going to celebrate her birthday with some friends and family. She has hardly seen them the last few months because of training, so it was a wonderful celebration but nothing too crazy.
The BBC gave her permission to have the time around her birthday off and so she will be appearing on It Takes Two on Wednesday, it was all pre-agreed.”
The clarification has put fans at ease, especially as many had grown fond of Vicky’s enthusiastic, heartfelt approach to the Strictly journey. Throughout her time on the show, she and Kai formed a warm partnership that viewers praised on social media, with many expressing sadness at her departure over the weekend.
Her emotional exit sparked widespread support, with fans praising her bravery, humour, and down-to-earth charm on the dance floor. Now, the anticipated Wednesday interview will give viewers the chance to hear Vicky’s full thoughts on her Strictly adventure, her proudest moments, and what she plans to do next.
Strictly Come Dancing continues to heat up as the competition narrows, but all eyes will be back on It Takes Two midweek, when Vicky finally joins Fleur East to share the details of her journey, birthday celebrations and all.
