Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu
The 39-year-old X Factor winner is partnered with Nancy Xu
Yoshitaka Kono
- Caroline Frost
Shayne, would you say you’re a natural dancer?
Shayne I dance with my kids, but doing something choreographed in front of millions… it’s a challenge! I’m ready to see what my body can do.
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Nancy, what are Shane’s strengths?**
Nancy He really commits. And there’s a natural connection between us.
Shayne We both love [cartoon characters] the Minions. It’s our little language between us. If you’re stressed, squeak.
Having won The X Factor in 2005, you’ve had tough judges. After Simon Cowell, is Craig Revel Horwood going to feel like a cuddly bunny?
Shayne Everything Craig says is from a place of: “I’m here to help you.” What you’re taking away is valuable advice.
What do you want to take home from Strictly?
Shayne It’s giving something to my family. That’s the end goal.
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I’m going to ask you to call it — can you win?
Shayne Honestly and humbly, I’m here to win.
Authors
Caroline Frost
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