Strict winner Chris McCausland and his “down-to-earth humour” are reportedly set for a big BBC show in a bid to boost broadcasters’ comedy output.
The much-loved comedian, 47, was crowned champion during the live final on Saturday, alongside partner Dianne Buswell, after beating finalists Tasha Ghouri, JB Gill and Sarah Hadland.
Not only did Chris make history during his time on Strictly as the show’s first blind contestant, he also impressed bosses with his cheeky wit which is said to have helped save the glitzy competition after a year of scandals.
A source said the sun: “What he did by keeping everyone in suspense over the course of Strictly was show that he was not only funny, but he showed that he had a traditional sense of humor that can connect with ordinary viewers at home.”
“This is something critics have said is missing from many Beeb comedy series, and Chris could breathe new life into a genre that was once a mainstay of the corporation.”
Strict winner Chris McCausland is reportedly set for a big BBC show in a bid to boost the broadcasters’ comedy output (pictured with professional partner Dianne Buswell).
The much-loved comedian, 47, was crowned champion after beating fellow finalists Tasha Ghouri, JB Gill and Sarah Hadland.
Not only did Chris make history during his time on Strictly as the show’s first blind contestant, he also impressed bosses with his cheeky wit which is said to have helped save the glitzy competition after a year of scandals.
Before adding that Chris’ talents could also be used for a more general drag show and that bosses are also planning to reunite him with his professional partner Dianne to recapture their “sensational chemistry”.
MailOnline has contacted the BBC for comment.
Meanwhile, public relations expert Mark Borkowski said The mirror: “Chris is Strictly’s unlikely savior after hectic pre-season”.
“His authenticity and humor have given the show a much-needed injection of credibility and warmth, reminding everyone why they fell in love with the format in the first place.”
Before adding: “Strictly just polished his star to primetime gold.”
When the winner was announced during the final, Chris burst into tears as his fellow celebrities hugged him before triumphantly throwing Dianne over his shoulder as the crowd went wild.
When asked by presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman how they felt at the time, Chris replied: “It’s amazing, I don’t know what to say.” I honestly thought I was going to come out in the first week or two and I know no one came out in the first week, but I still thought I could.
“We’ve lasted and lasted and (Dianne) has brought so much out of me and she deserves (the trophy) so much,” as she continued to gush about her “positivity” and “belief.”
A source said: “What he did by keeping everyone in suspense over the course of Strictly was prove that not only was he funny, but he showed that he had a traditional sense of humor that can connect with ordinary viewers at home.”
A dark cloud has been hanging over the show since January, when 2023 contestant Amanda Abbington first came forward with her complaints about her professional partner Giovanni Pernice.
The show was then hit by a fresh wave of scandal when Graziano Di Prima was sacked in July for ‘kicking’ his partner, Love Island star Zara McDermott.
He then joked: “Unless he changes his number, he’s staying with me.” This is for (Dianne) and everyone, it just goes to show that with opportunity and support anything is possible!’
Chris earned his first perfect score of 40 points for a waltz to You’ll Never Walk Alone by Gerry and the Pacemakers, which was his final dance of the series and left the judges and viewers in tears.
Her second routine was a mix of dance styles from New Radicals’ You Get What You Give and she recreated her viral “blackout” moment for the first dance.
Chris and Dianne also danced to their chosen tune: Instant Karma! (We All Shine) by John Lennon.
With a dark cloud hanging over him since January, when 2023 contestant Amanda Abbington first came forward with her complaints about her professional partner Giovanni Pernice, Chris has brought much joy to viewers of the beleaguered show.
The show was then hit by a fresh wave of scandal when Graziano Di Prima was sacked in July for ‘kicking’ his partner, Love Island star Zara McDermott.
Giovanni was cleared of ten of Amanda’s 16 allegations when the BBC investigation concluded in September, but remained absent for the current edition of the series.
Following his abrupt departure from the show, Giovanni appeared on the Italian version of Strictly.
Although bosses found Giovanni to be neither threatening nor physically abusive, he did confirm some of Amanda’s complaints about bullying and verbal harassment.
The BBC also agreed with Amanda that at times it seemed to be giving her overly negative feedback.
In a written statement, a spokesperson for Giovanni said: “We are pleased that this six-month review found no evidence of threatening or abusive behavior by Giovanni.
“Giovanni is relieved that the overwhelming majority of the allegations made to the BBC have not been confirmed and looks forward to continuing his work on Dancing With The Stars in Italy this season.”