A tearful night for new national treasure Chris McCausland… the popular stand-up became Strictly’s first blind contestant to lift the Glitterball trophy and was hailed as a ‘dancing light for all to see’ Ru

When they signed Liverpool comedian Chris McCausland to a high-profile show contract, Strictly bosses thought he would last two weeks, maybe three.

But last night the show’s first blind contestant, the hugely popular stand-up, burst into tears after lifting the glitter ball, describing her win as “amazing”.

He paid tribute to his dance partner Diane Buswell, adding: “I don’t know what to say.” Honestly, I was thinking about going out for the first week or two, and I know no one went out for the first week, but I thought I could still go. We’ve been going on forever and she’s gotten a lot out of me. And she so deserves it.

“And this is for everyone who was told they couldn’t do something, or thought they couldn’t do it, and it shows that with opportunity, support and determination, anything can happen.”

The night saw him win the show against new friends Miranda actress Sarah Hadland, 53, singer JB Gill, 38, and Love Island star Tasha Gholey, 26. , it was certainly an emotional night for McCausland.

Although he was definitely the least talented dancer of the four, he was definitely the most popular. So while they finished last night on the leaderboard by a close margin, it was the viewer votes that gave them the win.

And after his final performance, in which he waltzed to Liverpool FC’s anthem ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ by Gerry and the Pacemakers, there were tears.

Mr McCausland and Ms Buswell sobbed along with judges Shirley Ballas and Motsi Mabuse in what was perhaps the most emotional moment in Strictly’s 20-year history.

Even presenter Tess Daly had to hold back tears as the 47-year-old star became the first of 40 episodes in the series to score 40 points.

Mr. Barras told him: “You will never walk alone. I believe the entire country will follow your every move.”

At one point, fellow judge Craig Revell-Horwood read aloud a letter he had written to Mr McCausland, calling him “a light for all to see”.

This manga has now definitely reached the status of a national treasure. Domestic viewers have voted for him in the millions since the show’s inception, ensuring he’s never been involved in any scary dance-offs.

With his beloved wife Patricia watching, McCausland started the night dancing to the couple’s song of choice, John Lennon’s Instant Karma (We All Shine On). During the dance, the entire studio went dark for a while, creating a moving reflection of McCausland’s world.

With tears streaming down her face, Mabushi said, “Chris, I messed up, and it’s your fault.” She vowed not to cry during this final. And here I am, your first dance and 300 hours of makeup on my face were all for nothing. ”

Next up was McCausland’s show dance to the New Radicals’ “You Get What You Give.” Ms. Barras, of course, cried and said, “It’s extraordinary.” You’ve broken new ground in this ballroom, you really have. Throughout the series. ”

Anton du Beke also had kind words. He said to McCausland, “Are you the best dancer that ever appeared on Strictly Come Dancing?” Probably not. Are you the most special person we’ve ever met? Absolutely. ‘

McCausland’s win was fitting, given that audiences had made it clear throughout the series that they preferred “traveling” celebrities over full-fledged dancers like Ms. Gori.

She and Gil finished at the top of the leaderboard yesterday with 119 of 120 points. Mr. Hadland scored 118 points, while Mr. McCausland scored 116 points. Mr McCausland’s career is set to skyrocket as BBC television executives are in talks to give him presenting opportunities.

Corporate executives will also be relieved that the series ended on such a good note after the two scandals that hit the show. First Amanda Abington claimed that Giovanni Pernice had bullied her during rehearsals, which he strongly denied, and then Graziano di Prima was fired for kicking partner Zara McDermott.