Danny Dyer and Ray Winstone's 'Geezer Dad' Appearance at Strictly Draws Fan Excitement
The unlikely pairing of actors Danny Dyer and Ray Winstone in the Strictly Come Dancing audience sparked a flurry of social media reactions.
The cast of Strictly Come Dancing may have embraced themed costumes for the week's show, but many viewers found themselves captivated by two familiar faces in the audience: actors Danny Dyer and Ray Winstone. The two actors, known for their tough-guy personas and roles in crime dramas, were present to support their daughters, Dani Dyer and Jaime Winstone, who are competing in the popular BBC dancing competition.
Their joint appearance during the week four show's broadcast led to a surge of comments on social media platform X, formerly Twitter. Fans affectionately labeled them 'geezer dads' and expressed delight at seeing the two stars sitting together. Many users lauded the show's production for placing them in proximity, with one user humorously suggesting the pairing deserved a pay raise.
Other comments highlighted the notable company, with one user noting the presence of Paul Chuckle, a comedian also in the audience, and playfully suggesting the gathering resembled a "soap opera in itself." Some jokingly mused about the combined presence of Dyer and Winstone, referencing East End hard men and the Kray twins, suggesting the "testosterone flying in the ballroom" might be overwhelming.
This public appearance comes after a period of lighthearted rivalry between the two actors concerning their daughters' performances on the show. In a previous television appearance, Ray Winstone humorously threatened to disrupt the competition if Dani Dyer outperformed his daughter, Jaime. He joked about a potential on-stage altercation with Danny Dyer, suggesting it would "end Strictly for good."
However, the competitive aspect has played out differently in the current season. Dani Dyer and her professional partner Nikita Kuzmin received 25 points for their Rumba, placing them near the bottom of the leaderboard. In contrast, Jaime Winstone and her partner Carlos Gu earned 34 points for their Paso Doble, positioning them jointly at the top.
The results of the Strictly Come Dancing competition are broadcast on Sundays on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.