Craig Revel Horwood
Craig Revel Horwood: A Biography
Full Name and Common Aliases
Craig John Revel Horwood is a British-born Australian dancer, choreographer, television judge, author, and radio host.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on October 4, 1961, in London, England. (Currently active, no known passing date.)
Nationality and Profession(s)
Australian by nationality, with the primary profession as a performer, television personality, and choreographer. He is also an author and radio host.
Early Life and Background
Craig Revel Horwood was born to Australian parents in London, England. His family moved back to Australia when he was five years old, and he grew up in Sydney, where he began his dance training at the age of three. He attended the prestigious Julian Ashton Art School before joining the Royal Academy of Dance.
Major Accomplishments
Craig Revel Horwood's career spans over three decades with numerous notable achievements:
Dance Career: He danced professionally for several years, including performing with the Australian Ballet and as a lead dancer in musicals.
Television Personality: He is best known for his role as one of the judges on the popular British television series _Strictly Come Dancing_. His sharp wit, humor, and constructive critiques have made him a fan favorite among audiences worldwide.
Author and Radio Host: Craig Revel Horwood has written two bestselling books: _Strictly: The Unauthorised Story_ and _Faking It._ He also hosts his own radio show.Notable Works or Actions
Craig Revel Horwood's impact extends beyond his television appearances. Some notable works include:
Choreography: He has choreographed several productions, including the Royal Ballet production of _The Sleeping Beauty._
* Television Appearances: Beyond _Strictly Come Dancing_, Craig Revel Horwood has appeared on various other TV shows, such as _Dancing with the Stars_ in the United States and _Strictly: It Takes Two._
Quotes by Craig Revel Horwood
Street dance resonates for teenagers. It's inclusive and brings in different audiences.
Lots of celebrities have had some sort of dance training, especially actors or singers - they have to have some movement skill and be trained physically.
I always thought I needed the support of someone in a long-term relationship to make me whole.
My relationship with my dad was complex, especially when I came out. The years of verbal abuse, all of it drink-fuelled, were difficult. Later, though, he came to see me on stage in 'La Cage aux Folles' - one of his favourite shows - and loved it. Theatre won him over and he accepted me in the end.
I hated sport, but at 13, I went to an aerobics class and the teacher thought I had natural rhythm. She suggested formal dance classes, and that's when I finally found something I was really good at.
I'm not saying the persona on 'Strictly' isn't me - it's just that the nurturing side, which is also a part of who I am, isn't what I'm there for. I'm there to judge and to give an honest opinion, even if it's not the opinion someone wants to hear.
I direct as many shows as I can fit in between 'Strictly Come Dancing' and other performance stuff.
I feel as though I'm constantly defending myself. I'm up against challengers from the ballroom world, from the dance world, people on the couch who hate what I'm saying about their favourite celebrity. Then you're up against the press, who will always want to put you in a box.
Anything people say about me I don't care. I really don't care. You read so much terrible stuff about yourself it sort of just ends up washing over.