Get to know Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell. Plus, discover a unique opportunity to enjoy a 5* star weekend break dancing alongside the BBC One Strictly professionals.
Strictlys Dianne Buswell is an Australian Professional Ballroom and Latin American dancer.
Strictly Finalist 2023 – Dianne Buswell
Before making her debut on Strictly in 2017, Dianne appeared on the Australian version of the show ‘Dancing with the Stars.’
Dianne Buswell latest news – In the 2024 series of Strictly Come Dancing, Dianne is partnered with Stand-up comedian Chris McCausland
Dianne and Chris Waltzed into week 5 with an emotional Liverpool tribute to You’ll Never Walk Alone. Anton said “needs more work on top but heavenly down below”. Craig loved the gorgeous rise and fall and Shirley and Motsi were moved by the performance. A fabulous 35, their highest score yet.
In 2023 Dianne partnered EastEnders actor Bobby Brazier all the way to the Grand Final
On Joining Strictly in 2017, Dianne said, “What an honour it is to be a part of Strictly Come Dancing! Words can’t describe how excited I am to take on this amazing challenge and give it my everything! See you on the dance floor!”
Learn all about Dianne Buswell’s amazing dancing career, dance partners, relationships, awards, photos, facts, age, height, and read her latest news, announcements and tours below
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Dianne Buswell Facts – Height, Age, Dance Partners, Relationships, Awards, Tours
Dianne Buswell is an Australian Open Champion and four-time Amateur Australian Open Finalist. Dianne has appeared on Australia’s Dancing with the Stars and has been part of the Burn The Floor production on Broadway since 2011.
How old is Dianne?
35 years old (born 6th May 1989)
What is Dianne’s height?
Dianne stands at 1.59m tall
Where is Dianne from?
Bunbury, Australia
Who is Dianne’s celebrity partner in 2024?
TV Comedian Chris McCausland
Age: 47
Stand-up comedian Chris McCausland is partnered with the much-loved Dianne Buswell. Chris’s quick wit and Dianne’s vibrant personality could make this pairing a fan favourite. While Chris faces the challenge of learning the routines, the duo’s chemistry is likely to bring plenty of laughs and entertainment.
Chris McCausland is a comedian, who many people will recognise from the likes of Have I Got News for You, Would I Lie to You?, QI, The Last Leg and 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
McCausland, who became completely blind at the age of 22 as a result of the hereditary condition retinitis pigmentosa, is the first blind contestant to take part in Strictly.
Speaking about joining the Strictly line-up, McCausland said: “If anybody out there is thinking, ‘How the hell is he going to do that?’ then rest assured that I am thinking exactly the same thing. I don’t dance, I haven’t danced, I can’t dance, I can’t see the dancing I will have to do. What can possibly go wrong? OK, don’t answer that!”
Chris McCausland is the first blind contestant to take part in Strictly. This hasn’t held him back tackling a fun Cha Cha Cha in week one! Dianne and Chris had the crowd Twisting and Shouting with a standing ovation. Anton said it was “one of the most extraordinary things I’ve ever seen in my entire life, just brilliant”.
Dianne and Chris enjoyed a standing ovation as they Jived into Movie Week to Wayne’s World. Shirley said “unbelievable musicality” and Anton called the performance “marvellous and joyous”. A total of 30 points sees their highest score yet. Party On!
Is Dianne single?
Of course not. She’s been dating her former Strictly partner and YouTube star, Joe Sugg.
Dianne & Joe have been in a relationship since Joe took part in the show in 2018.
What are Dianne’s greatest dance achievements?
Dianne started Ballroom dancing at age four and has accrued plenty of titles during her dancing career. Along with her brother, Andrew Buswell, she was an Adult New Vogue WA Champion in 2008 and 2010. She toured with hit show, ‘Burn the Floor’ in 2011 and also appeared on ‘So You Think You Can Dance Australia.’ In 2015 she starred in Australia’s version of Strictly, ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and landed the role in the UK show in 2017. Plus, she’s also an Australian Open Champion and four-time Amateur Australian Open Finalist. And did we mention that she’s starred in the musicals, ‘Legally Blonde’ and ‘Rock of Ages’ and performed with Strictly pro dancer, Giovanni Pernice, in his world tour?
Who is Dianne’s professional dance partner?
Play your cards right and it could be you.
What’s Dianne’s favourite dance?
Erm, we’ll let you know.
When did Dianne join Strictly?
Dianne bounced onto Strictly in 2017 for series 15.
Who has Dianne danced with on Strictly?
Diane’s dance partners on Strictly include; Radio host and DJ Tyler West, TV Comedian and author Robert Webb, The Wanted’s Max George, Reverend Richard Coles, Joe Sugg, Dev Griffin and EastEnders actor Bobby Brazier.
In 2023 Dianne partnered EastEnders actor Bobby Brazier all the way to the Grand Final
Dianne and Bobby won our hearts throughout the competition and we were delighted to see them in the final. The judges pick was their Samba from Movie week as they let their Young Hearts Run Free. The judges saw vast improvement and awarded them an impressive 39. Dianne and Bobby’s Showdance was a spectacular La La Land medley. Another impressive performance from the couple. Finally their emotional Couple’s Choice had us reaching for the tissues. Heartfelt and beautiful, they dance from the heart and brought their all to the final.
Has Dianne ever won Strictly?
Sadly not, although Dianne made it all the way to the final with boyfriend Joe Sugg in 2018 and EastEnders actor Bobby Brazier in 2023.
Find out who has won BBC Strictly Come Dancing with our full list of past Strictly winners from 2004 here – Strictly Winners
Has Dianne ever had a wardrobe malfunction on Strictly?
No. Over the past five series, Dianne has a great track record when it comes to keeping her clothes on.
Find out more about Dianne’s dancing profile on her official BBC Strictly Come Dancing profile page.
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Dianne Buswell Tour Dates & Venues
Find out all about Dianne Buswell & Vito Coppolas 2025 Tour ‘Red Hot & Ready’
Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Professional Dancers
Learn more about all your favourite Strictly Pro’s here;
– Aljaz Skorjanec
– Amy Dowden
– Dianne Buswell
– Giovanni Pernice
– Gorka Marquez
– Graziano di Prima
– Janette Manrara
– Johannes Radebe
– Jowita Przystal
– Kai Widdrington
– Karen Hauer
– Katya Jones
– Luba Mushtuk
– Nadiya Bychkova
– Nancy Xu
– Neil Jones
– Nikita Kuzmin
– Jowita Przystal
– Lauren Oakley
– Oti Mabuse
Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Judges
Learn more about all the Strictly Judges here;
– Anton du Beke
– Shirley Ballas
– Motsi Mabuse
– Craig Revel Horwood
