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Strictly star George Clarke shares mum’s reaction to dance in her honour

Stricly's George Clark on mother's reaction after revealing she has cancer live on air
  • Strictly Come Dancing contestant George Clarke dedicated a Rumba to his mother following her recent cancer diagnosis.
  • He revealed the dedication on air on Saturday, 15 November, stating it was a special gesture as he felt unable to help her in other ways.
  • Appearing on It Takes Two on Thursday, 20 November, Clarke discussed his parents' reaction to the performance.
  • Clarke shared that both his mother and father were "unbelievably proud" and "really happy with it".
  • Host Janette Manrara commended the Rumba, describing it as a "special gift" from Clarke to his mother.
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