Tyler gets an emotional surprise while on air with Jordan and Perri on KISS Breakfast ❤️
We're not crying, honest!
Last updated 11th Nov 2022
Here at KISS we've all been following our very own Tyler's AMAZING Strictly Come Dancing journey. He's wowed us with his fantastic moves alongside Strictly pro Dianne Buswell, and even topped the leaderboard on a couple of weeks, so KISS Breakfast's Jordan and Perri decided to invite him onto their show. 😍
Tyler joined Jordan and Perri on Friday morning (11th November) ahead of him performing this weekend's Paso Doble, to 'Unstoppable' by E.S. Posthumus, and they had the best thing planned for him.
Speaking to the Jordan and Perri about his childhood, Tyler admitted that he was always shy, saying he had social anxiety, so considering that he is now dancing in front of millions of people each week is crazy.
"Literally I was a mute, I was so shy, I was so anxious," he explained, going on to say he's now proved to his old self that he can do anything, and no matter the upbringing, or the cards you get dealt, as it doesn’t determine where you end up.
Tyler is now into week 8 of Strictly, and he's not the only fan of the show in his family. The KISS presenter explained how it was a family dream to appear on Strictly as his mum is a massive fan, as well as his late nanna, who he said didn't get the chance to see him do any presenting before she passed away.
Just while we're all wiping our eyes, Jordan and Perri then set us off even more by surprising Tyler in the studio with his mum AND best friend Sam. Pass the tissues PLEASE!
"I've missed you!" Tyler's mum said as she entered the studio, as Tyler pleaded: "Go back to the pranks! I feel like I'm on Long Lost Family!"
Tyler's mum went on to reveal it's surreal seeing her son on Strictly every week, and she's even cleared a bit of space for the Glitterball trophy!
How to listen to KISS Breakfast
If you missed Tyler joining KISS Breakfast you can listen again through the KISS website, or our KISS KUBE app.
You can listen to KISS Breakfast with Jordan and Perri Monday to Friday from 7am, and Tyler every weekday from 4pm.
Now take a look through Tyler's Strictly Come Dancing journey:
Tyler gets announced for Strictly
Tyler announced he's signed up for the 2022 series of Strictly Come Dancing on Monday 9th August. He said: "I am SO gassed to be joining the Strictly family! As I started writing this I already got cramp. It's going to be one crazy incredible journey which will no doubt be SO far outside my comfort zone. It's a show that means so much to me and my family and I can't wait to seriously shake a leg on that shiny dance floor… with a side of sequins."
Tyler discovers his pro partner
During the pre-recorded launch show on Friday 23rd September, it was revealed that Tyler had been paired with Australian professional dancer Dianne Buswell.
Week One: Tyler and Dianne perform an American Smooth
During their first live performance on Saturday 24th September, Tyler and Dianne performed an American Smooth to Harry Styles' track 'Falling'. The received a score of 22 out of 40 from the judges.
Week Two: Tyler and Dianne perform a Jive
Tyler performed his first up-tempo dance in Week Two, a Jive to 'Hit The Road Jack' by Buster Poindexter. Following the first vote off, Tyler and Dianne made it through to Movie Week.
Week Three: Tyler and Dianne get the first 10s of the series
Performing a Charleston to 'Flash, Bang, Wollop!' from the movie Half a Sixpence during Movie Week, Tyler was the first celeb to score two 10s! After receiving a huge score of 38/40, Tyler topped the leaderboard an sailed through the Week Four.
Week Four: Tyler and Dianne perform the first Couple's Choice
Dedicating the dance to his mum, Tyler and his partner Dianne performed the first Couple's Choice routine of the series, to an insane Garage mega mix. The pair finished in third place on the leaderboard with a huge score of 37/40.
Week Five: Tyler and Dianne perform a Tango
To celebrate the BBC's 100th anniversary, Tyler and Dianne performed an intense Tango to the Doctor Who theme tune. Although Tyler's score wasn't as good as previous weeks, the pair still made it through to Week Six!
Week six: Tyler and Dianne perform a special Halloween Cha Cha
Going all out for Halloween Week, Tyler dressed up as the spooky character Beetlejuice, and took to the dance floor with Dianne to dance the Cha Cha to Tanz Orchester Klaus Hallen.
The judges were impressed, with Anton saying it was: "One of the best Cha Cha Chas" he had seen on the show and he also gave them a 10! Overall they scored 35/40.
Week Seven: Tyler and Dianne perform a Viennese Waltz
Tyler slowed things down in Week 7 with a stunning Viennese Waltz to 'I've Been Loving You Too Long' by Seal. Despite finishing 8th on the leaderboard with a score of 29, Tyler and Dianne made it through to Week 8.
Week Eight: Tyler and Dianne find themselves in the bottom two
Following their performance of a Paso Doble in Week 8, Tyler and Dianne were in the bottom two alongside Tony Adams and Katya Jones. Although Tyler was ready for a dance off, Tony was forced to withdraw from the competition due to injury, meaning Tyler made it through to Week 9.
Week Nine: Tyler and Dianne take on Blackpool
Showing off his moves during the iconic Blackpool Week, Tyler performed a Salsa to a KC & The Sunshine Band Megamix by KC & The Sunshine Band. The pair scored 35/40, finishing joint fourth on the leaderboard.
Week Nine: Tyler and Dianne are eliminated
After finding themselves in the dance-off for the second week running, Tyler and Dianne were eliminated from the show after the judges chose to save Molly Rainford and Carlos Gu. Tyler posted an emotional message to fans after the show.
Tyler performs in the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour
Tyler was back in his dancing shoes before long as the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour kicked off in January 2023. With 31 shows throughout January and February all over the UK, Tyler performed alongside many of the 2022 contestants including partner Dianne and the Strictly judges.
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