Chris McCausland has declared there are "no limits" to what disabled people can achieve as he was given another awards boost, just days after a winning a TV Bafta.
The 47-year-old comedian was the first blind contestant to compete in Strictly Come Dancing in 2024 and he went on to win the Glitterball Trophy with his professional dance partner Dianne Buswell.
Chris has now said it is an "honour" to represent those with disabilities on mainstream television and hopes he is an example to people that those with physical challenges can do anything they put their mind to.
The stand-up comic - who lost his sight because of a rare genetic condition called retinitis pigmentosa - told the Metro newspaper: "It really is an honour to represent those of us with a disability on one of the biggest shows on the telly.
"There are no limits to what we can do. Although, I do have somebody else do the driving on tour ['Yonks!']."
Chris was the winner of the Celebrity Role Model gong at the Scope Awards on Thursday (May 15). The recipients of awards were those individuals trying to create an equal society for disabled people.
Shani Dhanda, head judge, told the Metro: "Each nominee is making a huge difference to improve disabled people's lives, remove barriers and transform attitudes.
"Our winners demonstrate the tireless work being done to end disability inequality in so many aspects of society - from local community groups, to national television stars and social media sensations. It's an especially challenging time to be a disabled person in the UK.
"That makes it more important than ever for our community to come together to recognise and celebrate those who are striving for an equal future where disabled people can thrive and be themselves."
It comes after Chris and Dianne won the BAFTA Television Award for Memorable Moment for their waltz to You'll Never Walk Alone at the prestigious ceremony last Sunday (May 11).
