Strictly Chris and Dianne earned a standing ovation on Saturday night(Image: BBC)

Strictly Chris McCausland shares sweet message to Dianne Buswell after emotional moment

Strictly Come Dancing's Chris McCausland was seen getting emotional as he and pro partner Dianne Buswell made it through to the fifth live show of the series

by · DevonLive

Chris McCausland became visibly emotional as he learned he would be moving on to the next live episode of Strictly Come Dancing. He and his dance partner Dianne Buswell as they delivered another outstanding performance in the ballroom over the weekend.

The comedian, who is Strictly's first blind contestant, and Dianne earned a standing ovation on Saturday night (October 12) for their Salsa routine to Down Under by Men At Work.

Dianne, who incorporated elements of her Australian heritage into the routine, expressed her immense pride in Chris, fighting back tears as they received 30 points.

During Sunday night's (October 13) results show, they discovered they would be advancing to week five of the competition. Chris was thrilled to learn that he would be performing a ballroom dance the following weekend, a welcome change after two consecutive high-energy Latin routines.

Chris McCausland became visibly emotional over the weekend(Image: BBC)

Following the announcement, Dianne shared photos of the pair in action on social media, saying: "Once again thank you @chrismccauslandcomedy for trusting me ! when I said we are going to do the kangaroo jump you didn't even hesitate [crying laughing emoji].", reports the Manchester Evening News.

"You're a legend and I'm so happy to be able to dance another week with you! To everybody who has been supporting us we thank you soooooo much. Week 5 I can not believe it. You're all BONZA."

Chris is Strictly's first blind contestant(Image: BBC)

Chris was swift to reveal his feelings and gratefully thanked his dance partner, saying: "I think we both felt quite emotional after that one didn't we. What a blast, and thank you for letting me hold onto you till I knew I wasn't going to cry. You are the absolute best! Slow one this week though eh."

Supporters were quick to back the dance duo. @robynhood wrote: "You guys are amazing, honestly I hope you know how much joy you're bringing to us all watching. FAB-U-LOUS! ! "

Chris and Dianne made it through to the fifth live show of the series(Image: PA)

@lenihenry stated: "You are incredible matey. The relationship between yourself and Diane is what this show is all about and is what pushes you to get the best out of it each week. You truly are amazing, besides one liners too. You two get my vote! ".

@wasaaaat expressed their admiration: "You're a man this world needs more of ! ! ! Absolute diamond and your qualities are outstanding,,your the WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER! " @colettebent added her voice saying: "Love you amd Di, you are what this competition all about."

Strictly Come Dancing airs Saturday and Sunday on BBC One and iPlayer