Dianne Buswell, Chris McCausland Win BAFTA Most Memorable Moment

At the 2025 BAFTA TV Awards, Strictly Come Dancing won the Most Memorable Moment award for the poignant 'blackout dance' performed by Dianne Buswell and Chris McCausland, which powerfully depicted Chris's experience as a blind person. Dianne accepted the award on behalf of the duo, emphasizing the dance's story of hope, resilience, and vulnerability, while delivering a message from Chris celebrating his first BAFTA win after 22 years in comedy. Chris, who lost his sight due to retinitis pigmentosa and was the show's first fully blind contestant, could not attend the ceremony. The emotional moment was further highlighted by Dianne's partner, YouTuber Joe Sugg, who was seen visibly moved and tearful in the audience, garnering heartfelt reactions from viewers on social media. This marked a significant recognition for Strictly Come Dancing, even as the show was notably absent from the Best Entertainment Programme category for the first time. The awards ceremony itself featured various memorable moments, including a humorous pre-recorded segment with host Alan Cumming, but the emotional impact of the blackout dance remained the evening's standout highlight.