Ellie Simmonds
Paralympic swimmer, disability advocate
Ellie Simmonds is a British Paralympic swimmer, winning multiple gold medals at the 2008 and 2012 Paralympics. Born in 1994, she became one of Britain’s most celebrated Paralympians. In 2022, she competed on Strictly Come Dancing, where she made history as the show’s first contestant with dwarfism. She reached Week 7, inspiring audiences with her determination. Since Strictly, she has continued working as a sports ambassador, advocating for disability rights and inclusion in sports. Simmonds remains an inspiring role model for athletes and young people alike. More on Wikipedia.
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Appearances as a Celebrity
Ellie appeared as a celebrity in Season 20 (2022). where they were partnered with Nikita Kuzmin. They danced 7 dances, earning points with an average score of 7.32, finishing in 10th place.