Claudia Winkleman's heartbreaking reason for never wearing Halloween costumes on Strictly

Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly do not wear Halloween costumes on Strictly Come Dancing due to a traumatic event involving Claudia's daughter. In 2015, Claudia's then-eight-year-old daughter, Matilda, suffered severe burns to her legs when her flammable Halloween costume ignited after coming into contact with a candle. The incident was rapid and terrifying, with Claudia describing her daughter as being "on fire." Matilda required a three-week hospital stay for her injuries. The experience has had a profound and lasting impact on Claudia, who has spoken about experiencing flashbacks and the immense emotional toll of the accident. Following the incident, Claudia became an advocate for improved safety standards in children's Halloween costumes. Her campaigning efforts contributed to the British Royal Consortium adopting stricter guidelines for flame resistance in costume materials, lowering the acceptable burn rate. Despite her past trauma and subsequent advocacy, Claudia and Tess have faced some criticism for not participating in the Halloween costume theme on the show. However, many viewers and supporters have rallied behind them, understanding ... download the app to read more