British Reality Television Star Kerri-Anne Donaldson Passes Away, Received Heartfelt Tributes from Strictly Come Dancing Professionals
Kerri-Anne Donaldson, a former contestant on the British talent show, “Britain’s Got Talent,” has sadly passed away, as confirmed by the Supadance National League. She was part of the dance group Kings and Queens when she performed on the talent show back in 2014. Kerri-Anne’s parents, who are fellow directors of the League’s dance school, Diamond Dancecentre, received condolences from the League’s directors and other schools. Her cause of death is still unknown.
Heartfelt Tributes from Strictly Come Dancing Professionals
Several of the Strictly Come Dancing professionals who had worked with Kerri-Anne paid tribute to her. Neil Jones, Amy Dowden, and creative director Jason Gilkison all posted messages of condolence on Instagram. Neil shared a photo of Kerri-Anne and said that she loved to dance, create and perform. He also added that she had a heart of gold and a cheeky laugh. Karen Hauer, Janette Manrara, and Michelle Visage also posted their condolences on Instagram.
Jason wrote an emotional message on Instagram, describing Kerri-Anne as a beautiful lady both inside and out. He wrote that he still could not believe what had happened. Welsh dance star Amy described Kerri-Anne as a beautiful dancer and a kind soul. She sent love to Kerri-Anne’s family and friends and bid farewell to Kerri-Anne, who had now become an angel in heaven. Ex-Strictly professional Kevin Clifton also paid tribute to Kerri-Anne. He shared several childhood photos of himself and Kerri-Anne and wrote about how heartbroken he is.
Kerri-Anne Donaldson’s Contributions to the Entertainment Industry
Kerri-Anne Donaldson had worked closely with the Strictly Ballroom cast on several occasions. In 2019, she was involved in choreography for the Here Come The Girls tour, which featured Amy, Dianne Buswell, and Chloe Hewitt. Kerri-Anne was also a dance instructor at Diamond Dancecentre, the dance school run by her parents. Her passing is a loss to the entertainment industry, where she made a remarkable contribution.
Editorial: Coping with the Loss of Loved Ones
The passing of a loved one can be devastating and emotionally crippling. Coping with this loss takes time and can be difficult. People have their own ways of coping with grief. It is important to remember that it is okay to mourn and that there is no right or wrong way to grieve. It is essential to address the emotions felt and deal with them one by one. Talking about the loss is one way of coping, and this can be done with family and friends, or even by seeking support from a grief counselor.
Advice and Words of Comfort for Those Who Have Lost Loved Ones
Grieving is a normal human experience that should not be ignored. Take each day one at a time and work on going forward. You don’t have to do it all at once.
Remember that expressing emotions freely is healthy, and talk to others about your loss. Seek support from friends, loved ones, or professionals. It is essential to seek medical attention if the mourning becomes prolonged and depressed.
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