Thomas Skinner was spotted out for the first time on Thursday following his online rant about his Strictly stint.
The former Apprentice star, 34, who was partnered with professional Amy Dowden on this year’s glitzy ballroom series and was the first star to be axed from the show, looked downcast as he was pictured leaving a tanning shop.
Having no doubt grown accustomed to his Strictly tan, the businessman cut a casual figure for the outing, teaming a black Ralph Lauren shirt with grey jogging bottoms.
It comes after Thomas ranted that he wishes he had ‘never gone on Strictly Come Dancing’, as he has since received ‘constant abuse’ after it was revealed he cheated on his wife.
Thomas admitted to being unfaithful to Sinead, with Amy-Lucy O’Rourke just weeks after their wedding in May 2022, claiming the ‘two-week fling’ was a ‘moment of madness’ that saw him almost ‘ruin his life’.
Thomas Skinner was pictured leaving a tanning salon in Essex on Thursday as he stepped out for the first time since launching into an epic rant about Strictly
The former Apprentice star, 34, who was partnered with professional Amy Dowden on this year’s glitzy ballroom series and was the first star to be axed from the show, looked downcast
And this week, the star took to X to call out those who have criticised him, particularly people who have approached him in public.
In a lengthy post, the reality star wrote: ‘I’ve had enough of all this b*****. I can’t do anything right now without someone criticising (sic) me. Or making me do something against my will. It’s b*******.
‘I wish I never done Strictly, l never fitted the bill for that show let’s be honest. And It’s caused me nothing but agg. Constant abuse.
He continued: ‘All I f***in do is try to spread positivity online. I can’t walk anywhere without people knowing who I am.
‘I’ve had a narrative spun against me so people always have an opinion on me now that they didn’t 3 months ago. I’ve heard so many lies said and told about me. It’s driving me mad.
‘I’ve had a constant pile of abuse over the last month like l’m a mass murderer. It’s b*******.
‘I went out to work in my van this morning and I’m either getting beeped at or people putting their thumb up at me.
The married father-of-three concluded by saying he needs to ‘take a break and concentrate on his family’ because he’s ‘struggling’.
The businessman cut a casual figure for the outing, teaming a black Ralph Lauren shirt with grey jogging bottoms
He said: ‘I’ve honestly had enough. Now people l’ve supported my whole life are starting to turn on me because they see what’s going on online. It ain’t real life.
‘I think I need to take a break and concentrate on me and my family. Because I ain’t one to admit I’m struggling. But I am. I’m honestly tired of all this nonsense.
‘Can no one see what’s happening to me, I don’t know why I’ve become this target. I’ve always been the one that’s been solid. But l’ve really really had enough now. Bosh.’
In another post, he said: ‘Every part of me wants to go down the pub and drown my sorrows. But I’m not. The wife is making our little boys favourite. Home made chicken pie.
‘I’m gonna lift some HEAVY WEIGHTS in the garden and pump myself up then i am gonna spend time with my beautiful little family on big massive sofa and watch the tele. DONT WORRY ABOUT GETTING PERFECT. JUST GET BETTER. BOSH❤️ ‘
It comes after Thomas admitted that he ‘wasn’t good enough’ for Strictly – after being the first to be booted off the show.
The TV personality left viewers ‘traumatised’ with his last performance, and he and Amy appeared on It Takes Two to debrief the exit.
He said: ‘I know I’m not the best dancer, but we had such a laugh out there. I was second from bottom, weren’t I, and I do move like a fridge, so let’s have it right, I was trying but I weren’t good enough.
It comes after Thomas ranted that he wishes he had ‘never gone on Strictly Come Dancing’, as he has since received ‘constant abuse’ after it was revealed he cheated on his wife
In a lengthy post, the reality star wrote: ‘I can’t do anything right now without someone criticising me. I wish I never done Strictly, l never fitted the bill for that show let’s be honest. And It’s caused me nothing but agg. Constant abuse’
In another post, he said: ‘Every part of me wants to go down the pub and drown my sorrows. But I’m not. The wife is making our little boys favourite. Homemade chicken pie’
It comes after Thomas became the first contestant to be voted off the hit BBC show, after the judges voted to save former England rugby captain Chris Robshaw (Thomas and Amy Dowden pictured on the show)
‘Obviously, I’d have loved to carry on going further, but it’s a dancing competition, and I’m lucky to be here. I’m lucky to meet Amy. I’ve got a new friend. My family loves her, and it’s been a great experience, it’s been good fun.’
Amy then sweetly said of her partner: ‘I am so impressed. An absolute beginner in terms of the entertainment world.
‘Not an actor, not a performer. The performances you pulled out both Saturdays…
‘I also saw the development from day one, learning it to getting it on the dancefloor. And he worked so hard, but also we had so much fun.
‘But best of all, who would have thought that Thomas Skinner would fall in love with dancing, including the Salsa!’
Thomas took to the dancefloor in week two of the hit BBC competition with professional partner Amy, performing to Dizzee Rascal’s Bonkers.
But during the first Results Show, Thomas and Amy went head-to-head against Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova in the show’s first dance off.
The judges’ scores were added to those from the first live show, where there was no public vote, and were then combined with the results of the public vote to decide the two lowest-scoring couples facing the dance off.
During the episode, Thomas and Amy re-performed their Salsa to Bonkers by Dizzee Rascal and Armand van Helden, then Chris and Nadiya performed their Viennese Waltz to Die With A Smile by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars.
But after three votes in favour of Chris and Nadiya, Thomas and Amy were announced as the first couple to exit the competition.
STRICTLY LINEUP 2025
Harry Aikines-Aryeetey
Age: 36
Profession: Olympic Sprinter and Gladiator
Harry says: ‘I’ll be bringing tons of energy to light up the dance floor. Let’s hope I’m as quick picking up the routines as I am on the track.’
Alex Kingston
Age: 62
Profession: Doctor Who actress
The actress teases: ‘My hips don’t lie.’
Balvinder Sopal
Age: 46
Profession: EastEnders actress
Balvinder says: ‘I’m far too excited to put into words how I feel but I’m incredibly excited at the prospect of dancing across the ballroom.’
La Voix
Age: 45
Profession: Drag performer
She says: ‘Strictly is a national institution and I can’t wait to get started. All that’s left to say is: good luck to my partner! Here’s hoping they can help me go from La Voix into La Danse.’
Thomas Skinner
Age: 34
Profession: Reality star and entrepreneur
He says: ‘Bring on the sequins, sambas and most importantly, the BOSH to the ballroom!’
Vicky Pattison
Age: 37
Profession: Reality TV star
She says: ‘I’m absolutely buzzing to be part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing line-up… but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t terrified.’
Karen Carney
Age: 38
Profession: Football pundit
She says: ‘I’m such a huge fan of the show and I can’t believe I’m finally getting the chance to take part.’
George Clark
Age: 25
Profession: YouTuber
He says: ‘Never thought I’d say this… but I’m doing Strictly! Honestly, I’ve got no idea what I’m doing but I’m excited to get stuck in … and potentially fall over a fair bit.’
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink
Age: 53
Profession: Former Chelsea and Netherlands striker and ex-England coach.
He says: ‘Swapping the pitch for the ballroom is certainly not something I’ve done before but I’m looking forward to tackling a fun challenge! Bring on a new type of footwork, with hopefully no own goals.’
Ellie Goldstein
Age: 23
Profession: Model, influencer and disability ambassador
She says: ‘It’s a show I’ve loved watching for so long, and the chance to now be part of it feels like a dream’.
Chris Robshaw
Age: 39
Profession: Rugby player
He says: ‘This is about as far out of my comfort zone as it gets! I’m hoping to take my dad-dancing to a whole new level, and my mum can’t wait to drag me along to her Zumba class’.
Stefan Dennis
Age: 66
Profession: Actor
He says: ‘Looking forward to the sparkle and reaching for the sky.’
Ross King
Age: 63
Profession: Showbiz correspondent
He says: ‘I can’t wait to learn from the best, meet my fellow contestants, and, most importantly… try not to step on too many toes!’
Lewis Cope
Age: 30
Profession: Actor
He says: ‘I’m so excited to be swapping the Dales for the dance floor and joining this year’s Strictly Come Dancing.’
Amber Davies
Age: 28
Profession: West End star
She says: ‘This has been the craziest 24 hours of my life. I’ve watched Strictly with my family since I was younger and to now be part of the show is a dream come true.’
