Chris McCausland: From Strictly Champion to Tech Innovation Advocate

Introduction: A Trailblazer in Entertainment

Chris McCausland made history in December 2024 when he won series 22 of BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing with professional dancer Dianne Buswell, becoming the show’s first blind contestant and champion. The Liverpool-born comedian has since become one of the UK’s most recognisable personalities, using his platform to challenge perceptions about disability whilst maintaining his signature humour. His journey from stand-up comedy circuits to national television has inspired millions and opened conversations about accessibility in mainstream entertainment.

Recent Achievements and Projects

McCausland’s success continues beyond the Strictly dancefloor. In May 2025, his waltz with Buswell won the British Academy Television Award for Memorable Moment at the 2025 British Academy Television Awards. The routine featured a powerful passage where McCausland walked unaided and unsighted, captivating audiences nationwide.

In November 2025, a new OU/BBC documentary aired on BBC Two, where comedian Chris McCausland explored the future of technology and what it might hold for him personally. The programme showcased his visits to Silicon Valley and MIT, exploring technology that’s readily available as well as learning about genuinely mindblowing updates yet to come. McCausland published his autobiography, Keep Laughing, in October 2025, detailing his inspiring journey from Liverpool to national treasure.

Technology Changing Lives

McCausland is blind due to retinitis pigmentosa, and has developed a unique relationship with technology. The comedian began to lose his eyesight in his late teens and has been completely blind since around the age of 25. His documentary demonstrates how AI and assistive technology are transforming daily tasks, from getting dressed to reading menus independently, offering hope to others facing similar challenges.

Continuing Success and Impact

Due to phenomenal demand, Chris McCausland’s Yonks! tour will continue throughout 2025 and 2026, bringing his masterclass in stand-up comedy to audiences across the UK. His work continues to prove that disability need not define limitations, but rather can spark innovation and inspire positive change. Through comedy, television, and advocacy, McCausland remains at the forefront of conversations about accessibility, representation, and the future of assistive technology in modern society.