Chandler's Ford born star Kai Widdrington has become the first Strictly Come Dancing dancer to be partnered with a drag artist. The professional dancer, who went to Toynbee School, has become a part of history after being partnered with the first drag queen in the show’s tenure. His partner, known as Tayce on stage, was a runner-up in the second series of Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK, and will appear alongside Widdrington on the Christmas Special of the show.
The pair will dance to A Hundred Degrees by Kylie Minogue. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 🩸TAYCE🩸 (@itstayce) Tayce, whose full name is Tayce Szura-Radix, broke the news on It Takes Two on November 12, telling host Fleur East that she will “bring the electric, the drama, the je-ne-sais-quoi, the passion and the fashion.” READ MORE: Official Steps musical to debut in Southampton in 2026 with tickets on sale soon The Welsh radio presenter and model went on to say: “I’ve honestly got most of the routine down already, so buckle up princess because it’s going to be a bumpy ride.
” Tayce was visibly excited about the announcement, saying: “I cannot wait to ‘sleigh’ on the Strictly Ballroom floor. My partner and I are going to dance for our lives.” READ MORE: Southampton Harley-Davidson ceases trading after 22 years The Christmas Special will feature celebrity couples performing for the show’s judging panel of Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke, and Shirley Ballas – as well.