Celebrity Traitors actress Tameka Empson, known for her role as Kim Fox on EastEnders, was an early elimination from the BBC’s popular competition show. Despite this, she is eagerly anticipating the thrilling finale at Claudia Winkleman’s Scottish castle on Thursday.
The 48-year-old EastEnders star is throwing her support behind former England rugby player Joe Marler, 35, who has quickly gained popularity among fans of the show. Tameka expressed her admiration for Joe, saying, “I honestly don’t know who could win, but Joe… Joe’s doing really well, you know. He could win this.”
Although she exited the competition early, Tameka revealed that she has been closely following all the developments from home. She mentioned feeling a sense of camaraderie with the other contestants, staying connected through a WhatsApp group.
Reflecting on her time on Strictly Come Dancing in 2016 with pro partner Gorka Marquez, Tameka shared fond memories of the experience. She also discussed her recent recognition at the Comedy Women In Print Awards, emphasizing the importance of humor in her life as a form of stress relief.
Furthermore, Tameka expressed surprise at the news of Claudia and Tess Daly’s departure from the show, highlighting the strong bond and chemistry between the co-hosts. She commended their partnership and wished them well in their future endeavors.
As she received accolades at the event, Tameka reminisced about her journey in the entertainment industry, crediting her early experiences at the Anna Scher Theatre School for sparking her passion for comedy. She emphasized the therapeutic power of humor in navigating life’s challenges.
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