Strictly star Shayne Ward hits back at 'cocky' claims


Strictly star Shayne Ward hits back at 'cocky' claims

Viewers labeled him as 'cocky' during his debut on Strictly

Strictly star Shayne Ward has responded to viewers who branded him as "cocky" during his debut on the show. The X Factor winner and actor, 39, performed a samba to Stevie Wonder’s Do I Do with professional partner Nancy Xiu, scoring 21. Despite his stage presence and energetic performance, some viewers felt he came across as overconfident.

Shayne Ward defends himself on Instagram

Responding to the claims, Shayne Ward took to Instagram to address the criticism. He posted a black and white selfie, stating that despite his appearance, he was nervous and not cocky. Ward expressed his love for being part of Strictly and emphasized his dedication to working hard and listening to his dance teacher, Nancy Xiu.

Support and criticism from fans

While some fans enjoyed Shayne's performance and praised his enthusiasm, others found him insufferable and overconfident. Despite the mixed reactions, Shayne's wife, actress Sophie Austin, was seen cheering him on in the audience alongside her father.

From X Factor winner to TV success

Shayne Ward rose to fame as the winner of the second series of X Factor in 2005. He later ventured into acting, joining the cast of Coronation Street as bad boy Aidan Connor. Ward's career expanded to musicals and he received accolades for his performances, including a National Television Award for Most Popular Talent Show.


Strictly star Shayne Ward hits back at 'cocky' claims

Personal life and family

Shayne Ward has been in a relationship with actress Sophie Austin since 2016, and they have two children together. The couple got engaged in 2017 and have faced challenges such as postponing their wedding due to the pandemic. Despite the ups and downs, Ward continues to pursue his passion for music and acting.


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