A ripple of confusion went through viewers of “It Takes Two” Monday evening. The usual post-elimination interview with Vicky Pattison and her partner Kai Widdrington was conspicuously absent, leaving fans wondering what had become of the pair after their emotional exit from “Strictly” the night before.
Hosted by Fleur East and Janette Manrara, the show typically offers departing contestants a chance to reflect on their journey and enjoy a highlight reel of their dances. The absence of Vicky, who had recently celebrated a birthday, immediately struck viewers as unusual.
Fleur East addressed the situation briefly, explaining that Vicky and Kai were unable to appear on the program but would be joining the show later in the week. This explanation, however, did little to quell the growing speculation among fans.
Social media quickly lit up with questions. “Where’s Vicky?” one user asked, echoing the sentiments of many. Others pointed out the oddity of the absence, noting that Vicky hadn’t yet publicly addressed her elimination online, a departure from her usual pattern of sharing her “Strictly” experience.
Concern deepened as fans observed that Kai Widdrington had posted a heartfelt tribute to their partnership, praising Vicky’s courage and dedication. He highlighted her transformation from a novice dancer to a confident performer, expressing regret that their journey had ended prematurely.
Kai’s message was filled with warmth and admiration, acknowledging the support of their fans and wishing the remaining contestants well. The post quickly garnered supportive comments from fellow professional dancers, including Johannes Radebe and Nancy Xu.
Vicky herself, during the results show, had been visibly moved, expressing gratitude for the experience and praising Kai as “the best partner a girl can ask for.” Through tears, she confessed that she felt she had already won simply by having him as her partner.
The judges’ decision to save Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon had been unanimous, ending Vicky’s bid for the Glitterball trophy. Despite the disappointment, she remained gracious, looking forward to joining the other eliminated stars at the upcoming Blackpool show.
The silence following her elimination, and now the missed “It Takes Two” appearance, has left fans hoping for reassurance that Vicky is doing well. The unusual circumstances surrounding her departure have sparked a wave of concern and curiosity among those who followed her “Strictly” journey.
