Strictly's Bobby Brazier reveals this week's dance will include tribute to late mum Jade Goody
Bobby and Dianne will dance their couple's choice
Last updated 22nd Nov 2023
Strictly Come Dancing contestant Bobby Brazier is set to pay an emotional tribute to his late mum Jade Goody in this week's show. Bobby was aged just five-years-old when his mum Jade sadly passed away in 2009 from cervical cancer.
After appearing in the dance-off in Blackpool, Bobby is now set to take on a couple's choice routine with his partner Dianne Buswell. The pair will be performing a contemporary style dance with ballroom elements to 'This Woman's Work' by Maxwell.
Speaking to Fleur East on spin-off show It Takes Two, Bobby said: "It is the perfect song, sung by the perfect man and it is the perfect tone. The lyrics are just profound and touched me at my core - it is gorgeous. I am going to have to work very hard this week to do it justice."
Dianne added: "I have never done anything like it in my couple's choice. I am already loving it."
20-year-old EastEnders actor Bobby then revealed what the theme for the dance will be. He said: "I am a child, well there is me as a child and I come out as me now. I have got Dianne, who replicates a woman - let's say my mother probably.
"We go on this journey throughout. I don't know the whole dance yet to tell you completely, but it is emotional. I think there could be a few tears."
Echoing Bobby, Dianne said: "The first ten seconds, even when we were in the rehearsal room, I could not look Bobby in the eye because it made me well up."
Bobby and Dianne were saved by the judges after finding themselves in the bottom two with Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington. Dianne appeared visibly emotional as the judges revealed their verdict, later taking to Instagram to thank fans for their support.
Take a look at some of the celebrities who have turned down Strictly Come Dancing:
Michelle Keegan
Despite bosses being eager to get Michelle Keegan on the show, the former Coronation Street actress had to turn down the proposition due to her ITV contract at the time.
She's since revealed she's been asked a number of times to appear, but she's always turned it down because she's too 'nervous' with the live audience.
However, she was in the audience when her husband Mark Wright appeared in 2014.
Noel Gallagher
Noel Gallagher was approached by bosses not long after Oasis split. However, much to EVERYBODY'S disappointment, the singer turned them down.
Jodie Comer
Killing Eve actress Jodie Comer was reportedly asked to sign up for the show in 2018, but the Liverpudlian said she didn't want to 'embarrass' herself!
Fast-forward to 2020 and Jodie was also favourite to appear, but that didn't happen either!
Louis Walsh
After being axed from The X Factor by Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh was offered a slot on Strictly. He said in an interview at the time, "The day before the call from The X Factor, I got a call to be a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing. I thought, 'I'd love to do it, just to annoy Simon'."
Piers Morgan
There's no doubt that controversial TV host Piers Morgan would get people talking on the show. But he's previously turned it down saying, "They've offered me vast sums of money to go and humiliate myself on national TV. But I prefer to do it with a bottle of Jack Daniel's in the privacy of my own home."
Mel C
Former Spice Girls singer Mel C reportedly turned down an offer for Strictly due to the 's--t pay'. She said, "The problem is if you do Strictly it's so high profile and you'll find yourself in the news every day. And the money's s---."
Nadiya Hussain
She's the Queen of Bake-Off, but star baker Nadiya Hussain turned down a spot on the 2018 series after admitting she likes to enjoy the show with her family.
Sir Patrick Stewart
Actor Sir Patrick Stewart admitted he would have taken part in the show in the early years, but not so much now.
David Harewood
Homeland actor David Harewood turned down the show in 2013, the reason... because he didn't fancy wearing spandex!
Maya Jama
The Circle host Maya Jama was a firm-favourite to appear on the 2018 series of Strictly. However, Maya turned it down after admitting "now isn't the right time".
Pippa Middleton
After stealing the show at her sister Kate Middleton's wedding to Prince William, Strictly bosses were keen to sign up Pippa, even offering her a five-figure sum.
Bradley Wiggins
Olympic legend Bradley wiggins is used to wearing tight-fitting clothing for his sport, but the cyclist didn't seem keen on sparkly lycra!
Mel Giedroyc
Former host of The Great British Bake-Off Mel Giedroyc is such a big fan of Strictly, she admitted she didn't want to 'spoil it' by taking part.
Alan Titchmarsh
Popular TV personality Alan Titchmarsh has turned down the show a number of times, adding, "I'd rather be either interviewing someone or teaching people how to grow things or whatever".
Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill
After her amazing success for Team GB at the Olympics, Strictly bosses were keen to get Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill on the show.
However, she turned it down, adding, "I've been asked to do it a few times and I love watching it, but I'm not sure. I would be terrible. I'm not ready for Strictly. I'll stick to my cycle and a bit of running here and there, I think."
Noel Edmonds
Former Deal or no Deal host Noel Edmonds turned down a slot on the show due to the famous 'Strictly curse'.
Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday 25th November at 7:30pm on BBC One.
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