Nikita Kuzmin pens emotional Celebrity Big Brother tribute
Nikita Kuzmin has opened up about his stint in the Celebrity Big Brother house, saying it was the "biggest emotional rollercoaster" of his life.
The Strictly Come Dancing professional recently finished the all-star reality series in second place, narrowly missing out on the crown to Ibiza Weekender star David Potts.
Taking to Instagram on Wednesday (March 27), Nikita shared a series of photos and videos from the moment he left the house to a cheering crowd, alongside a heartfelt message thanking his fans, friends and family for their support.
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"What a ride baby! The biggest emotional roller coaster of my life. Wow! So happy to have taken this decision, one of the coolest things I’ve ever done and now I can say I lived in the big brother house! WOOOWWW!" he said.
"Just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who took a moment of their time to vote for me, I’m not sure why you chose me, but I’m eternally grateful for it. We’ve reached the final together!"
Nikita went on to extend a "huge thank you" to his "love, family and team"– including his girlfriend Lauren Jaine and former Strictly dance partner Layton Williams – adding: "It’s knowing that I have you beside me that gave me confidence to go into the house and keep going all the way through till the end".
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Nikita's Strictly co-stars were quick to share their support in the post's comments section, with Vito Coppola writing: "Well doooone. I like your strictly pose of the third pic. Next stop: Pro Tour. Let’s Go Nikiiii".
"Couldn’t be more proud of you!!" Carlos Gu added, while Dianne Buswell wrote: "Proud of you".
Nikita's CBB housemate, Heartstopper's Bradley Riches, also commented, writing: "There’s no one else I’d rather be shipped with then you," alongside a laughing emoji.
Nikita's tribute comes after he issued an apology to Loose Women viewers earlier this week after accidentally swearing live on-air.
The pro swiftly covered his mouth after the blunder, before confessing: "I forgot! I forgot we were on live telly. I apologise for that."
Celebrity Big Brother is streaming on ITVX.
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