Montell Douglas, a former Olympic sprinter and bobsledder, has been captivating audiences with her performances on this season’s Strictly Come Dancing. She made history two years ago by being the first British woman to compete in both the summer and winter Olympics. Her impressive athletic career includes competing in the 100m sprint and 4x100m relay in Beijing in 2008, where she set a British record of 11.05 seconds. In 2016, she transitioned to bobsleigh and qualified for the 2022 winter Games in Beijing. In addition to her sporting achievements, Douglas is recognized for her role as Fire in the BBC’s Gladiators reboot.
Despite her success and public presence, Douglas keeps her personal life private. However, there are some lesser-known facts about the Strictly star that shed light on her struggles and decisions. One significant aspect of her life that she has been open about is her battle with severe period pains. Douglas shared that the condition has impacted her life significantly, leading to hospitalization due to intense pain that caused her body to convulse. She described the experience as a wake-up call and emphasized the debilitating nature of the condition, which often hinders her daily activities.
To manage her condition, Douglas relies on strong painkillers, but a missed dose once resulted in an emergency trip to the hospital. Following a contraceptive implant intervention aimed at alleviating her period pains, she is now working with Bupa to raise awareness about this issue. By sharing her story and advocating for more open conversations about menstrual health, Douglas aims to support others who may be facing similar challenges. She highlighted the importance of addressing such issues openly and encouraging dialogue to destigmatize women’s health topics.
In addition to her health struggles, Douglas recently revealed that she is single after parting ways with her boyfriend earlier this year. Despite her relationship status, she expressed her focus on her commitments to Strictly and her dance partner Johannes. Douglas described Johannes as the only man in her life, praising his qualities and their successful partnership on the show.
Johannes, in turn, reassured fans who expressed concerns about his recent demeanor on the show, emphasizing that he and Montell are enjoying their dancing journey together. Their partnership on Strictly has garnered praise and admiration from viewers, highlighting their chemistry and dedication to their performances. As they continue to showcase their talents on the dance floor, Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe are proving to be a formidable duo, captivating audiences and showcasing their skills in a new domain.