Strictly Come Dancing star Chris Appleton reveals he has lost '30 pounds' following stint on show
Chris was the first celebrity to be eliminated from StrictlyChris Appleton has revealed a 30lb weight loss after his short stint on Strictly Come Dancing.
Posting before-and-after pictures on Instagram, the celebrity hairstylist credited the physical demands of dancing for the change.
Chris recently reflected emotionally on his Strictly experience during an It Takes Two appearance with dance partner Amy Dowden.
He became tearful as highlights of his time on the show played during their interview with Ellie Taylor. He recalled feeling nervous before performing, but said seeing Amy smile helped him through moments of doubt.
He said on It Takes Two: “Why did you have to show that? Oh my God, it’s just been a phenomenal experience.”
Amy responded to his Instagram transformation post with a flame emoji. Meanwhile, Loose Women star Denise Welch made a joke in the comments. She said: “Is that like one of those strap on chests???”
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Chris Appleton shares his Strictly Come Dancing body transformation
Chris, 43, posted side-by-side pictures showing the difference after weeks of dance training. Alongside the images, he wrote: “30 pounds down, before and after. I saw dancing as entertainment, but the physical side is something else.”
His ballroom stint ended when he and Amy became the first couple voted off Strictly Come Dancing. Their final routine was a Baywatch-themed cha cha during Movie Week.
Outside the ballroom, Chris is known for styling stars including Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande and Jennifer Lopez.
Amy Dowden reflects on Chris Appleton’s progress
It wasn’t only the physical demands that stayed with Chris after his exit. He praised his fellow contestants and the behind-the-scenes team for their support.
He also encouraged anyone given the opportunity to take part to embrace it, despite their nerves.
Amy, meanwhile, praised his bravery and eagerness to learn during their appearance on It Takes Two. She said his confidence had grown between their first day together and his Saturday night performance.
Reflecting on their early departure, she said: “I honestly think there was so much more to come.”
However, the pair still found time for another dance challenge after leaving the competition. Chris shared footage of them attempting the famous Dirty Dancing lift on social media.
He told Amy he had enjoyed the experience and couldn’t finish dancing without trying the move.
Strictly Come Dancing continues at 6.15pm on BBC One on Saturday October 17, 2026.
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