BBC Breakfast star Louise Minchin has unveiled an intriguing reason for her absence from the popular show, Strictly Come Dancing. The former face of BBC Breakfast, known for her appearances on various reality TV programmes including Time Crashers and Celebrity MasterChef, disclosed in a chat with The Times that she has been ‘banned’ from participating in Strictly. Louise attributed this ban to her children, who are well aware of her lacklustre dancing abilities. She candidly admitted, “They know I’m a terrible dancer, so the possibility of being hugely embarrassing is massive.”
Despite missing out on the chance to showcase her moves on Strictly, Louise is gearing up for another reality TV adventure with Celebrity Gladiators scheduled for next year. Expressing her excitement for the upcoming show, Louise shared, “I am so excited to be on Gladiators. I have watched the show for years and have always thought it looked like terrifying fun, and I can’t wait to be part of it!”
Having bid farewell to her two-decade-long role on the red sofa of BBC Breakfast in 2021, Louise Minchin recently shed light on the reasons behind her departure. She described the taxing nature of the job and the early mornings as “utterly gruelling”, leading her to step away from her dream role. Reflecting on the pressures of her former job, Louise emphasised the relentless nature of the work, impacting every aspect of her life from eating to sleeping.
In her post-BBC Breakfast career, Louise has ventured into writing, penning a novel named ‘Isolation Island’, inspired by her experiences on I’m A Celeb and a fictional reality TV show. The idea for the book stemmed from an encounter with Jeffrey Archer 25 years ago, motivating Louise to draw inspiration from her own life. By encapsulating her time on reality TV and infusing it into her writing, Louise has embarked on a new creative journey post-BBC Breakfast.
As Louise Minchin navigates through the world of reality TV and literature, her fans eagerly anticipate her next endeavours. With a candid and refreshing approach to her career transitions, Louise continues to captivate audiences with her authenticity and resilience in the face of new challenges.