Karen Hauer addresses rumours about quitting Strictly Come Dancing

Karen shuts down retirement speculation

Following her elimination from the current series of Strictly Come Dancing, Karen Hauer has responded to rumours that she is considering retirement from the show. During an Instagram Q&A with fans, Karen was asked about her future on Strictly, to which she replied, "Ummm no darlin'." This statement comes after fans speculated that this series would be Karen's last.

Fan speculation and underwhelming performances

After Karen and her celebrity partner Eddie Kadi were sent home from the show, fans took to social media to express their thoughts. Some fans on Reddit suggested that Karen and her partner Gorka Marquez may leave the show, noting their perceived off attitude this season. Others commented that Karen seemed to be enjoying the show less in recent years. Karen and her previous partners, Greg James and Jayde Adams, were also eliminated earlier in the competition.

Personal challenges and future aspirations

Outside of her work on Strictly, Karen has faced personal challenges. She recently announced her split from husband Jordan Wyn-Jones, just over a year after their wedding. While Karen has made it clear that she has no intentions of leaving Strictly, she has expressed her desire to become a judge on the show. Karen stated that she loves teaching and guiding people, and believes that being a judge would be her next step. For now, she is focused on being a professional on Strictly and continuing to share her love of dance.