STRICTLY star Thomas Skinner has revealed the extreme way he’s training for the upcoming competition.
The former Apprentice star has even ditched his beloved fry-ups in an attempt to stay in the dancing contest for as long as he can.
Thomas Skinner reveals extreme way he’s training for Strictly Come Dancing[/caption]
The former Apprentice star has even ditched his beloved fry-ups in an attempt to stay in the competition for as long as he can[/caption]
It was revealed in May that the cockney entrepreneur had joined the dance contest[/caption]
The Sun exclusively revealed the cockney entrepreneur had joined the dance contest back in May.
Previously speaking about the show on Hits Radio, he said: “It’s my mum’s favourite show, I’m going to be putting on the outfits and trying my best.”
With the show’s start date fast approaching Tom, who is also known for his ‘bosh’ catchphrase, is kicking it up a gear when it comes to his training regime.
In a post shared to Instagram the dad-of-three is seen running and pushing a double pram uphill, with his twin daughters and eldest son riding along.
Tom only added to his hardship by wearing a 20 kg weighted vest, he captioned the post: “3 kids in the pram….20kg weighted vest on…. Up hill….in the rain….running like a steam train.
“We are taking the training for Strictly Come Dancing seriously. Doing it for the pint drinking, kebab eating dads out there with the beer belly’s. We got this. Bosh (heart emoji).”
The entrepreneur, known for his love of a classic fry-up, looks set to give it up as he gears up to get in shape for the show.
Taking to his Instagram stories, Tom said: ” Swapped the fry up for salmon and eggs this morning.”
He even shared his Strictly news with fans by tucking into his “favourite breakfast” of pie, chips and veg, captured in a cheeky video filmed at a local café.
While delivering a rousing speech about taking care of yourself and working hard, fans noticed that Tom’s alphabet potatoes spelled the word ‘Strictly’.
The star has been met with some controversy since being announced in this year’s lineup following his previous conviction for handling stolen goods in 2011.
Tom has been open about his criminal past taking to X, he wrote: “Yes I did get arrested when I was younger, in fact I get arrested several times.
“And been charged and paid the price for my convictions. I wrote a book about it.”
He was also met with backlash after taking selfie with Donald Trump’s Vice President, J.D Vance, on his recent visit to the UK defending the picture he clarified that he is “not right wing”.
Whilst many fans have hit out at the casting choice many have also defended the TV star with some hailing it a ‘superb signing’.
Tom recently hit out at other celebs who have ‘unlimited’ money while he still grafts in his delivery van.
The outspoken Apprentice star, who sells mattresses when he’s not on screen, complained about seeing other reality stars with fancy cars and houses.
In a deleted tweet, the 34-year-old said: “How do all these celebrities have loads of money? You don’t get bundles of dough for TV or adverts etc (well I don’t)….
Strictly Come Dance 2025 lineup
The latest Strictly Come Dancing line up:
- Nitro from Gladiators will be showing off his dance moves on this year’s show.
- Doctor Who and ER star Alex Kingston has signed up.
- Chris Robshaw, former Harlequins and England rugby captain.
- EastEnders actress Balvinder Sopal, has moved from Walford to the ballroom.
- Popular ITV broadcaster Ross King has been announced.
- Neighbours legend Stefan Dennis has been confirmed.
- George Clarke, a YouTube star, joins Strictly.
- Dani Dyer, joins with previous dancing experience.
- La Voix is the first drag star to join the main series
- Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink swaps is football boots for dancing shoes.
- Ellie Goldstein became the first contestant with Down’s Syndrome to take part.
- Thomas Skinner is swapping the boardroom for ballroom dancing
- I’m a Celeb winner Vicky Pattison has been announced.
- Emmerdale actor Lewis Cope was announced as the last contestant.
- Football ace Karen Carney is also joining the lineup.
- Game of Thrones star Kristian Nairn pulled out of the show before the launch date over medical reasons.
“But I look on Instagram and they’re always in this gaff or posting in a new motor.
“I finished me Strictly stuff earlier today and I’m now out in me van delivering mattresses. Do I need to be part of a special club now on the tele that’s gives ya unlimited monies.”
He’ll be joined on the dancefloor this September by celebs including Vicky Pattison, YouTuber George Clarke and Dani Dyer as part of the 2025 line up.
The Apprentice star has been met with some controversy after his lineup announcement over his criminal past[/caption]
The outspoken star complained about seeing other reality stars with fancy cars and houses[/caption]