Get to know Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington, and discover how you can join him for a 5-star weekend break dancing alongside Kai. Table of Contents
Professional Dancer Kai Widdrington Latest News
In December 2024, Kai became the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Champion with celebrity partner Tayce, lifting the glitterball trophy.
That same month, Kai set a new Guinness World Record on It Takes Two for the most Cha Cha Cha Time Steps performed in 30 seconds
Did you know that Kai chose a career in dancing over one in football? And boy are we glad he did!
Who is Kai’s celebrity partner in 2025?
In 2025, Kai is partnered with TV presenter and personality Vicky Pattison (age 37). Vicky is best known for winning I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in 2015 and starring in reality TV series Geordie Shore and
Kai and Vicky Cha Cha Cha into week one to The Best of My Love, riddled with nerves Vicky received some promising feedback from the judges. Craig and Motsi reassured her “you have nothing to be nervous about”. We suspect we will have a lot more to see from Vicky as she relaxes and her personality shines through.
Vicky’s warmth and energy combined with Kai’s elegant ballroom style could make them one of this year’s most relatable couples.
What Vicky says on joining Strictly 2025:
“I’m absolutely buzzing to be part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing lineup… but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t terrified. I am a not a natural dancer! However, it’s such an amazing opportunity for me to step out of my comfort zone and to challenge myself in a completely new way and I just really hope I don’t make too much of a fool of myself!”
Who was Kai’s celebrity partner in 2024?
In the 2024 series Kai wasn’t partnered with a celebrity. We saw Kai performing in all the fabulous pro group numbers throughout the season. Kai partnered celebrity Tayce for the 2024 Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special, lifting the Christmas glitter ball trophy.
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Kai Widdrington Facts – Height, Age, Dance Partners, Relationships, Awards, Tours
Where is Kai Widdrington from, and how old is he?
Kai was born on 23rd August 1995 in Southampton, England, making him 30 years old.
What is Kai’s height?
Kai stands tall at 1.88m.
How did Kai Widdrington start on Strictly?
In 2021, Kai joined the Strictly professional dancer team after performing in group numbers in 2020, fulfilling his childhood dream of dancing on the show he grew up watching in Southampton.
Who has Kai Widdrington danced with on Strictly?
| Year | Celebrity Partner | Position |
| 2021 | AJ Odudu | Reached the final before an injury forced withdrawal |
| 2022 | Kaye Adams | 15h Place. Christmas Special Champion with Alexandra Mardell |
| 2023 | Angela Rippon CBE | 7th Place. Week 9 (Blackpool) |
| 2024 | No celebrity partner | 2024 Christmas Special Champion with Tayce |
What are Kai Widdrington’s greatest dance achievements?
- World Junior Latin American Champion (2010)
- Twice a finalist on Ireland’s Dancing With The Stars
- Quarter-finalist on Britain’s Got Talent with Kings & Queens dance troupe
- Two-time Strictly Christmas Champion (2022, 2024)
Is Kai Widdrington in a relationship?
In July 2024, Kai announced his split from professional dance partner Nadiya Bychkova.
Has Kai ever won Strictly?
Kai has twice lifted the Strictly Christmas Special glitterball trophy, winning in 2022 with Alexandra Mardell and 2024 with Tayce.
While he reached the final in 2021 with AJ Odudu, they had to withdraw due to AJ’s injury.
What is Kai’s favourite dance?
We’re still waiting to hear directly from Kai about his all-time favourite dance, so stay tuned!
What else should you know about Kai?
- Kai chose dancing over football, despite being the son of professional footballer Tommy Widdrington, who played for Southampton and Grimsby.
- Kai’s biggest passion outside of dancing? Golf!
Where can you find more about Kai Widdrington?
Checkout Kai’s official BBC Strictly Come Dancing profile for more on his dancing career, partners, and upcoming tours.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing
Find out more information about the BBC TV programme Strictly Come Dancing
by checking out the BBC Strictly Come Dancing website
www.bbc.co.uk/strictlycomedancing
Donaheys Dancing With The Stars Weekends are not associated with BBC Studios
Kai Widdrington 2025 Tour Dates & Venues
See Kai Widdrington in Evolution – Kai’s 2025 tour
www.kai-tour.com
Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Professional Dancers
Learn more about all your favourite Strictly Pro’s here
– Aljaz Skorjanec
– Alexis Warr
– Amy Dowden MBE
– Carlos Gu
– Dianne Buswell
– Giovanni Pernice
– Gorka Marquez
– Johannes Radebe
– Jowita Przystal
– Julian Caillon
– Kai Widdrington
– Karen Hauer
– Katya Jones
– Lauren Oakley
– Luba Mushtuk
– Michelle Tsiakkas
– Nadiya Bychkova
– Nancy Xu
– Neil Jones
– Nikita Kuzmin
– Vito Coppola
– 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
