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Strictly star Vincent Simone declares Vicky Pattison is the ‘dark horse’ of the competition

Vincent tells ED! Vicky has 'shown consistency'

Strictly star Vincent Simone has been keeping up to date with this year’s series and believes Vicky Pattison is a secret threat.

The pro dancer, who competed on the hit BBC show between 2006 and 2012, never won the Glitterball Trophy. However, he came close on a few occasions.

During series six, he and S Club singer Rachel Stevens finished in second place. Meanwhile, he finished fourth, alongside EastEnders star Louisa Lytton and Tracy Beaker actor Dani Harmer.

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Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington performing on Strictly
Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington topped the Strictly leaderboard last weekend (Credit: BBC)

Strictly star Vicky Pattison is ‘one to watch’

With just eight contestants left in the 2025 series, Vincent has high hopes for former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington.

Last Saturday (November 8), the pair topped the leaderboard following their Tango to The Fate of Ophelia by Taylor Swift.

Judges Motsi Mabuse, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke gave the pair a perfect score of 10. Meanwhile, Craig Revel Horwood awarded them a 9.

Speaking exclusively to ED! on behalf of Paddy Power, Vincent said: “Vicky and Kai absolutely have a chance this year. They’”

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Fabio Magnocavallo
Assistant Editor