Strictly unveils BBC presenter Nikita Kanda as ninth contestant

Nikita Kanda has opened up about her childhood as she opened up about “failing a lot” at school.

The Strictly Come Dancing contestant made a return to the college she attended to speak to current students about her experiences in TV and on radio.

Sharing a post about the experience, Nikita said it was “humbling” to remember where she started but admitted she could cause chaos in classes.

In a snap shared on her Instagram page, Nikita posed with two teachers as they pulled a variety of funny faces.

She captioned the post: “I went back to my old school today. I was invited to give a speech to 500 students about my career as a broadcaster since leaving & never giving up on your dreams.

READ MORE: Strictly Come Dancing’s Nikita Kanda looks incredible in sizzling holiday snaps

“It was a proper trip down memory lane. I was just as chaotic then as I am now.

“I knew all I wanted to do was work in media and be on radio&TV. I wasn’t the best student, I failed a lot but the teachers didn’t let me give up.

“They believed in me at a time when I didn’t. Mr Walsh and Mr Jones always had my back and I couldn’t of got through my school years/sixth form without their support.

“I can’t tell you how much I did their head in and used to talk in all my lessons distracting everyone.”

Don’t miss…
Strictly’s Bobby Brazier gives rare insight into relationship with brother[INSIGHT]
Ellie Leach dealt crushing blow after Strictly Come Dancing partner ‘exposed'[UPDATE]
Strictly’s Nigel Harman opens up on ‘ridiculous’ job he had before fame[LATEST]

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info

Nikita continued: “It was such a honour to be able to go back, a really humbling experience.

“There are some people that will always leave a lasting impression on your life, these guys did that.

“If you’re a student reading this don’t wish your school years away, they were some of my best and listen to your teachers!

“Life goes by in a flash but don’t ever forget where you came from and who was there from the beginning. I wouldn’t be doing what I’m doing now without them.”

Strictly Come Dancing – The Professionals Tour is hitting the road once again in May 2024, with a star-studded line-up. Dianne Buswell, Graziano Di Prima, Gorka Marquez and Nancy Xu are just a few of the names hitting cities around the country, including London, Cardiff, Liverpool and Brighton to name just a few. 

Earlier this month Nikita announced she would be on Strictly Come Dancing on her Breakfast Show on the Asian Network.

She said of signing up: “I can’t believe I’m going to be on Strictly. This is a dream come true. I’m still pinching myself.

“I don’t think it will properly sink in until I step onto the dancefloor. I can’t wait to get glammed up and get out there. Throw the glitter on me!”

Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One later this year.

Source: Read Full Article