Tom Skinner’s Wife Addresses Affair as He Debuts on Strictly

The wife of Strictly Come Dancing contestant Tom Skinner has expressed her feelings regarding the recent media scrutiny surrounding their marriage, following revelations about his infidelity. Skinner, who made his debut on the show on March 30, 2024, admitted last week to having cheated on his wife, Sinead Skinner, just weeks after their wedding in 2022. Despite the challenges, Sinead remains committed to their relationship and family, which includes three children.

A source close to Sinead stated that the attention on their marriage has been “upsetting” for her. The insider noted, “This has of course all been upsetting for Sinead. The attention has been difficult for her as it brings it all back but she is resilient and her family is strong, her marriage is strong.” The source further emphasized that Sinead was aware of the affair three years ago and that they dealt with the situation together at that time.

Tom Skinner, known for his appearance on The Apprentice, took to social media to reflect on the difficult period, stating, “It’s been a hard couple of weeks for me and family. What I’ve learned is my wife is unbelievable.” His personal life has been under intense scrutiny since he disclosed his affair with beautician Amy-Lucy O’Rourke. While Skinner characterized the relationship as a brief fling, O’Rourke disputed his account, claiming they had a serious three-month romance. She remarked to the Mail Online, “He insisted his relationship with her was a sham and they weren’t really in love. He said he’d never told Sinead he loved her and had never felt about anyone how he felt about me.”

As the Strictly launch show aired, fans reacted strongly to the announcement that Tom had been paired with professional dancer Amy Dowden. Many expressed their discontent on social media, arguing that she “deserved better.” One Twitter user criticized the decision, stating, “THEY ACTUALLY PUT AMY WITH HIM. Hasn’t she been through enough. WTF BBC #Strictly #StrictlyComeDancing.” The sentiment was echoed by others, with comments such as “Poor Amy. She is really due a break #strictly.”

Despite the backlash, Tom expressed his enthusiasm about dancing with Dowden, saying he was “over the moon” with the pairing. He is one of fifteen stars competing in this series of Strictly Come Dancing, all aiming for the coveted Glitter Ball trophy. Initially, he had shared his excitement about joining the BBC dancing competition, admitting he had “never danced in my life other than at weddings.”

As the season unfolds, the dynamics of Tom Skinner’s personal life continue to attract significant public interest, intertwining with his journey on the dancefloor. With the support of his wife, he seeks to navigate the challenges ahead while showcasing his newly acquired dancing skills.