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Sara Davies Reflects on Her Strictly Come Dancing Experience and Future Television Ventures

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Sara Davies, the entrepreneur and Dragons' Den star, has spoken candidly about her time on Strictly Come Dancing, describing it as "the biggest opportunity" of her life. Davies, who was on the show in 2021 and partnered with professional dancer Aljaz Skorjanec, was eliminated in week eight, a result that left her in tears. In a recent interview, she recalled the experience, saying it felt like an "alternative universe" and that she was desperate to be on the show. Davies has since moved on to focus on her own business, Crafter's Companion, which she launched in 2005. She has announced that she will be stepping away from Dragons' Den but will be appearing on a new ITV game show, The Box, next year.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sara Davies described her experience on Strictly Come Dancing as "the biggest opportunity" of her life.
  • Davies was eliminated from the show in week eight, a result that left her in tears and feeling defeated.
  • She developed a close friendship with her professional dance partner, Aljaz Skorjanec, during her time on the show.
  • Davies has stepped away from Dragons' Den to focus on her own business, Crafter's Companion, which she launched in 2005.
  • She will be appearing on a new ITV game show, The Box, next year as a regular contestant.
  • Davies has described herself as a competitive person, but admitted that The Box will be outside her comfort zone.
  • She further clarified that she will not be filming for the next series of Dragons' Den.

Statistics:

  • Davies was 37 years old when she appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021 (born in 1984, according to source).
  • She was partnered with Aljaz Skorjanec, a professional dancer and current partner of La Voix on RuPaul's Drag Race.
  • Davies was eliminated from the show in week eight.
  • She has been CEO of Crafter's Companion since its founding in 2005.
  • She will be appearing on The Box next year as a regular contestant.

Sources:

  • The Times: "Sara Davies: Strictly Come Dancing was 'the biggest opportunity' of my life"
  • The Telegraph: "Sara Davies: I was desperate to dance on Strictly Come Dancing"
  • Getty: Image of Sara Davies and Aljaz Skorjanec competing on Strictly in 2021
  • Getty: Image of Sara Davies performing on the Strictly tour

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