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Strictly Come Dancing sign ups 'first blind contestant' who is 'up for a challenge'


Blind comedian Chris McCausland has reportedly signed up for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing in a new first for the show, as insiders say he's "up for the challenge"

Chris was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, which caused him to lose his sight completely at 22 years old, he's since described this time as "scary and embarrassing." Read MoreRelated Articles This Morning star set to appear on Strictly Come Dancing and 'can't wait to get started' Chris has spoken openly of his sight issues and is determined to show it won’t hold him back on the ballroom dance floor."

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