Strictly: Chris McCausland 'astonished' after being crowned winner
Strictly Come Dancing sensation Chris McCausland is reportedly in the midst of sealing a lucrative deal with the BBC following his stunning victory on the dance floor.
Bosses at the corporation are eager to keep the comedian within their ranks after he and Dianne Buswell clinched the Glitterball trophy at the weekend.
Chris, who made history as the show's first blind contestant, captivated the nation, impressing judges, professional dancers, and fellow competitors alike, all while avoiding the feared dance-off.
A television insider has hinted that Chris's performance on Strictly showcased his "traditional sense of humour that can connect with the ordinary viewers at home" - a trait they argue is notably absent from other BBC comedy offerings.
Should the whispers hold 'true', Chris could become instrumental in revitalising the BBC's comedy scene. The source disclosed to The Sun: "What he did by keeping everyone in fits during the course of Strictly was show that he wasn't just funny, but proved he had a traditional sense of humour that can connect with the ordinary viewers at home."
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They added: "That's something which critics have said is lacking from many comedy series on the Beeb, and Chris could breathe new life into a genre which was once a mainstay for the corporation."
The insider also suggested that Chris may be seen in broader entertainment formats, noting: "They are considering ways of him being reunited with pro partner Dianne as they had such a sensational chemistry together."
After 13 weeks of captivating audiences, he is now reaping the rewards as TV bosses scramble to secure him for acting and presenting roles - and tickets to his UK gigs are selling out at a rapid pace.
Experts predict that the comedian - whose stand-up tour is aptly named Yonks in reference to his lengthy career - could cash in on his success to the tune of £1million, after winning over the voting public, reports Birmingham Live.
Chris' tour has impressively doubled in length with an additional 100 dates. Chris is set to benefit from his heightened celebrity status on both Channel 4 and Sky, with recorded shows scheduled to air over the festive period.
This Sunday, viewers can see him in Sky's holiday special, Bad Tidings, where he stars alongside Lee Mack. The storyline follows two quarrelling neighbours who unite during a power outage, with Chris' blindness playing a unique role in their escapade. Additionally, Chris has already featured as a panellist on Channel 4's Big Fat Quiz of the Year, hosted by Jimmy Carr.
Strictly Come Dancing is expected to be back on BBC One screens next autumn but past series can still be streamed via iPlayer.
