Chris McCausland has announced he will host a new Sunday morning show on Absolute Radio, following his Strictly Come Dancing win in 2024. The 49-year-old comedian from Liverpool will co-host the 8am slot with Jon Long.
Career Move Announced on Instagram
McCausland shared the news on Instagram, writing: "Thrilled to announce I’ll be taking over Sundays at 8am on @absoluteradio alongside my co-host, the very funny, @jonlongstandup - make sure to tune in!" The post quickly attracted supportive comments from fellow celebrities and fans.
Support from Dianne Buswell and Fellow Comedians
Dianne Buswell, McCausland's Strictly dance partner and fellow winner, commented: "Rinse that win" with clapping and laughing emojis. Comedian Jon Richardson, also an Absolute Radio DJ, said: "Great to have you living next door mate. Welcome!" Josh Widdicombe added: "Yes mate!"
Fan Reactions
Fans expressed excitement. James wrote: "Amazing news, congratulations and good luck for first show." Clare added: "Love this Chris. You will be great." Rachel said: "Can't wait to tune in, Chris!" Jacqueline posted: "Looking forward to this."
Chris McCausland's Journey
McCausland won Strictly Come Dancing in 2024 alongside Dianne Buswell. In an exclusive interview with the ECHO last year, he discussed his autobiography Keep Laughing, where he opened up about losing his sight in his early 20s due to retinitis pigmentosa, a hereditary eye condition. He said: "Two years ago, I would never have talked about this. I always kept a lid on things."
Coping with Blindness Through Humour
McCausland explained that his mother and grandmother's experience with the same condition taught him to use humour as a coping mechanism. He said: "Blindness was in my family so it was always just a normal part of life. You've got to laugh at the daftness of it, otherwise it would eat you alive." He credited his Liverpool upbringing, particularly in West Derby, for fostering resilience: "Liverpool is a funny city. Its history, with tragedy and poverty, has built a city that laughs in the face of adversity."
