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Toyah Willcox Says She Rejected Younger Strictly Partners as ‘Inappropriate’

The singer told Good Morning Britain she opted for Neil Jones over younger pros to keep the pairing comfortable.

Overview

  • Willcox said on Good Morning Britain that producers offered her at least two younger professionals, which she declined because working so closely would have felt wrong.
  • She explained that choosing Neil Jones made the age gap feel manageable and that she enjoyed their partnership throughout her 2024 run.
  • Reflecting on her time on the show, she said she loved every minute but disagreed with the judges’ assessments and insisted she performed well.
  • Coverage notes she exited early in the competition, with reports differing on whether the elimination was in week two or week three.
  • Reports also differ on her age in the series, with articles listing her as 67 or 68, as the new Strictly series prepares to launch on September 20.