Pete Wicks faces fears on Strictly Come Dancing journey
- Pete Wicks, a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, initially struggled with a low score of 17 points in his first performance.
- He improved in the second week, scoring 22 points and avoiding elimination, while expressing fears about falling during the competition.
- Motivated by a desire to honor his late grandmother, Pete is determined to succeed, supported by friends like Sam Thompson.
In the UK, Pete Wicks, a former star of The Only Way Is Essex, is competing in the 20th series of Strictly Come Dancing. After a challenging start, where he scored only 17 points for his first dance, he improved significantly in the second week, earning 22 points for his American Smooth routine. Despite his progress, Pete has expressed a deep-seated fear of falling during performances, particularly on the stairs leading to the judges. His motivation to succeed stems from a desire to honor his late grandmother, Doreen, who he wishes he could have made proud before her passing. Support from friends, especially Sam Thompson, who is enthusiastic about Pete's participation, adds to his determination. As the competition continues, Pete remains focused on overcoming his fears and striving for the Glitterball Trophy, which symbolizes his commitment to personal growth and remembrance of his grandmother.