
Chris McCausland Apologizes as Dianne Buswell Reveals Heartbreaking ‘Lowest Low’ Moment
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Strictly Come Dancing champions Chris McCausland and professional dancer Dianne Buswell have reunited to launch their new weekly podcast, Winning Isn’t Everything. The highly anticipated first episode offered listeners an engaging “catch-up” between the dynamic duo, delving into their current projects and the nuances of their professional lives.
In their inaugural episode, Dianne, an Australian native, opened up about her experiences touring without Chris, who is currently committed to his headline Yonks Tour. This extensive tour features an impressive 7,000 dates, keeping Chris exceptionally busy. “I’m in Newcastle at the moment doing the Strictly live tour, which is something Chris should’ve been on.
But he can’t because of his Yonks tour that has about 7,000 dates on it, but it’s all good I’m still here with all the Strictly crew, and it’s a lot of fun still,” Dianne shared, highlighting her dedication to the Strictly community despite Chris’s absence, reported by the Express.
A significant portion of the conversation centered around Dianne’s eye-catching ketchup bottle costume, which has sparked a major fan frenzy on social media. “I’m dressed as a Ketchup bottle dancing around in the background,” Dianne revealed, laughing as she recounted the overwhelmingly positive reactions from fans.

Chris, appearing somewhat apologetic, interjected, “I mean Di, I’m sorry,” prompting Dianne to joke, “I worked so hard all year to be a ketchup bottle in somebody else’s number.” The playful exchange continued as Chris added, “I mean how many times can I apologize,” to which Dianne responded, “It’s alright,” before humorously noting, “Did I mention I get paid less as well?”
The duo’s banter highlighted the challenges of balancing their busy schedules while maintaining their close professional relationship. Dianne expressed a desire to collaborate more closely, saying, “Do you know what, I so wish I could do it with you.” Chris elaborated on his scheduling conflicts, explaining, “I moved those dates to do Strictly, to January and February and nobody thought it’d be an issue.
I think people were like ‘Don’t even tell them there’s a tour,’ so I’m doing that and I’m really sorry you’ve got to dress as a Ketchup bottle.” Their conversation took a reflective turn as Chris humorously questioned, “Has there ever been a bigger fall from grace from Strictly Champion to Bottle of Ketchup.”
Dianne chuckled, adding, “I know, it’s really grounding me, I would say, going from the highest highs to some would say, quite a low, low.” However, she quickly backtracked, assuring listeners, “No, I like it. I’m enjoying myself,” emphasizing her positive outlook despite the humorous setbacks.
Winning Isn’t Everything promises to offer fans an inside look into the lives of two beloved Strictly champions. As Chris navigates his demanding Yonks Tour and Dianne embraces her viral costume fame, the podcast is set to deliver a blend of humor, heartfelt moments, and behind-the-scenes insights. Their collaboration not only rekindles their on-screen chemistry but also sets the stage for numerous engaging discussions about dance, entertainment, and personal growth.
Listeners can look forward to weekly episodes that capture the essence of Chris and Dianne’s partnership, showcasing their ability to balance professional commitments with personal camaraderie. As the podcast gains traction, it is expected to become a favorite among Strictly fans and new audiences alike, celebrating the enduring friendship and talent of two of the show’s most cherished champions.