Craig Revel Horwood discusses childhood abuse from father on Loose Women

Craig Revel Horwood, a judge on Strictly Come Dancing, shared his traumatic experiences of abuse from his late father during an emotional appearance on ITV's Loose Women. He revealed that the fear of his father was so intense that he avoided bringing friends home, recounting instances of severe violence, including his father attempting to shoot his mother. Horwood's family dynamic was affected, as three of the five siblings were victims of abuse, leading to divides within the family. Despite the pain he endured, Craig emphasized that he did not want to spend his life hating his father, reflecting on the complexity of their relationship. He discussed how dancing became an escape from the abuse, helping him find joy amidst the turmoil. Craig's one-man show, Revelations, dives deeper into these experiences and his journey towards understanding and forgiveness.