Thomas Skinner, a contestant on the popular show Strictly Come Dancing, recently revealed a personal tragedy he experienced before his infidelity to his wife, Sinead.
The 34-year-old star from The Apprentice confessed to having a brief affair with a beauty clinic boss just two weeks after marrying Sinead in May 2022. Thomas described this fling as the “biggest mistake” of his life and took responsibility by admitting his fault to his wife, who forgave him.
Prior to the encounter with the beauty clinic boss, Thomas was dealing with the loss of a close friend named Big Mark, who passed away shortly before the affair. This loss deeply affected Thomas, as he considered the friend a father figure and someone who had supported him during a difficult time in his life.
Reflecting on his actions, Thomas acknowledged that grief can lead to irrational decisions but clarified that he was not making excuses for his behavior. He described that period of his life as a blur and emphasized that he has since moved on from it.
After meeting the woman in a pub where she offered him slimming treatments, Thomas engaged in the two-week fling but later regretted his actions, leading to his confession to Sinead. Despite the initial shock and distress, Sinead, who shares three children with Thomas, chose to forgive him, expressing her continued support and love for him.
The couple has since worked through the challenges and are reported to be in a better place, with Sinead standing by Thomas as he participates in Strictly Come Dancing.
In response to the situation, a representative for the beauty clinic boss, Amy Lucy, expressed that it had been a difficult time for her and clarified that it was not a mere fling but a relationship that ended in deception and mistreatment. Amy Lucy intends to share her side of the story in due course.
Thomas’ recent disclosure comes in the wake of a controversy where he walked out of an interview session while promoting his upcoming appearance on Strictly Come Dancing. The incident occurred during a press day at Elstree Studios, where Thomas expressed discomfort upon seeing personal messages related to his past displayed on a journalist’s phone. He later addressed the incident on Instagram, emphasizing his excitement for participating in the show and thanking his supporters for their love and encouragement.