Craig Revel Horwood Thanks Licence Payers for Funding £2 Million Mansion Purchase
**Craig Revel Horwood Expresses Gratitude to BBC Licence Payers for £2 Million Mansion**
Craig Revel Horwood, the flamboyant judge from BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, has acknowledged the financial support from licence payers that has enabled him to purchase a lavish £2 million mansion. His remarks come as he reflects on the success of the show, which has proven to be lucrative not only for him personally but for many involved in the production.
In discussing his career, Horwood highlighted the significance of Strictly in his life, referring to it as a "brilliant" Saturday job. He stated, “No, I have been very fortunate. I mean, Strictly has been brilliant as a Saturday job, but it did cast me as the villain [but the villain in panto] is only on for 15 minutes of the show and you get paid a fortune," as reported by The Mirror. This comment illustrates his blend of humour and self-awareness about his role on the programme.
Horwood's appreciation for the licence fee system underscores the ongoing debate regarding public funding for broadcasting services in the UK, particularly how it benefits individuals in high-profile positions within the entertainment industry. The mansion's acquisition speaks to the financial rewards that can come from prominent television roles, especially on a program as popular as Strictly Come Dancing.