Strictly's Chris McCausland's Awkward Dig at Co-Star Punam Krishan

The excitement reached a fever pitch as *Strictly Come Dancing* kicked off last Saturday, and Chris McCausland was more than ready to entertain! At 47, Chris, the show’s first blind contestant, teamed up with the talented Dianne Buswell and definitely brought the humor that fans were eagerly waiting for. The buzz was palpable as viewers had been counting down the days for the celebrities to showcase their moves alongside their professional partners.

During an interview with TV doctor Punam Krishan, 41, who is partnered with Gorka Marquez, Chris couldn’t help but throw in a cheeky comment. Tess Daly opened the segment with a clever observation, saying, “Dr. Punam! While you’re waltzing away, I imagine you'll need to be a bit creative with your multi-tasking as you continue your work as a GP.” Punam quickly replied, “I’ve got to be!” and mentioned the challenges of long days and her steadfast dedication to her studies.

As she showed off her shimmering ballroom shoes, Punam, whose expertise is in podiatry, noted, “Yes, it’s all about the feet now, and over the years, I’ve just heard about blisters hindering the dance experience. So, I’ve got cream, plasters — you name it!” Her cheeky admission elicited a quick-witted response from Chris: “Punam, can I just say that none of us can believe we’ve managed to get in the same room as a GP.” The crowd’s reaction was a medley of laughter and surprise, especially as TOWIE star Pete Wicks looked on, clearly amused.

While the studio audience had mixed feelings about the quip, social media erupted in praise. Fans took to X, formerly known as Twitter, expressing their delight. One viewer succinctly shared, “I was just waiting for someone to make a joke/comment about seeing a GP; yes, Chris!” Another chimed in, “Chris on fire with the GP joke!” With one enthusiastic fan stating, “Chris with his being in the same room as a GP comment. He’s just won #Strictly,” it