Dianne Buswell Defends Chris McCausland on Blindness Claims

Dianne Buswell, a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, has fiercely defended her partner, blind comedian Chris McCausland, against online trolls who claimed he advanced to the semi-finals solely due to his disability. Following their recent performance, where they received a score of 32, Dianne responded to criticism by stating, 'He absolutely is not!' She expressed her pride in Chris's progress, highlighting how he has overcome significant challenges to perform. Chris, who has been blind since the age of 22 due to retinitis pigmentosa, expressed his gratitude for the public's support, stating that reaching the semi-finals was overwhelming. The pair is preparing for a double performance in the upcoming semi-final, with fans eager to see how they will continue to shine on the show.