Karen Carney Wins Strictly Come Dancing, First Footballer to Lift Glitterball
Karen Carney Wins Strictly Come Dancing, First Footballer to Lift Glitterball
Karen Carney becomes the first footballer to win the Glitterball in Strictly's live finale, as hosts Claudia and Tess sign off for good.
Karen Carney has been crowned this year's Strictly Come Dancing winner, becoming the first footballer to lift the glitterball trophy after a public vote in Saturday's live final on BBC One. She triumphed over Love Islander Amber Davies and social media star George Clarke to claim the title.
Carney, paired with professional dancer Carlos Gu, said: "I can't believe it, it's been the biggest privilege and honour," before adding she was "lost for words" after the win.
The night was emotional in the ballroom, as Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly hosted the final for the last time, with Queen Camilla among those paying tribute to the long-running hosts.
The show also marked the final Strictly finale for the current hosts, with fans noting the end of an era as the series moves forward. Amber Davies and George Clarke delivered strong turns, while Carney's public-vote victory sealed a historic moment for the show.
