Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink Frustrated by Mistake on BBC’s Strictly

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, the former football star, has expressed his growing frustration with his performance on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing. Currently competing alongside professional dancer Lauren Oakley, the 53-year-old is grappling with a recurring issue during rehearsals.

Recurring Frustration in Dance Rehearsals

Despite achieving a score of 29 last week, Hasselbaink finds himself struggling with overthinking the choreography. As he prepares for the upcoming “Icons Week,” where he will perform the American Smooth to Prince’s “Purple Rain,” he admitted that he tends to complicate the dance steps after a few attempts. This leads to self-doubt and frustration.

Jimmy’s Self-Reflection on Dancing

• Hasselbaink reflects on how he complicates dance steps after initial attempts.
• He feels that dancing is an unnatural experience for him, adding to his challenges.
• Despite his struggles, he is motivated to improve.

In an interview, he explained, “The first hit, I do them, and then after the third time trying, I complicate things.” He recognizes that this pattern is something he needs to overcome, attributing some of his frustration to the fact that dancing is a new discipline for him.

Support from Lauren Oakley

Lauren Oakley has been a source of encouragement for Hasselbaink. She believes he possesses the necessary skills but needs to develop more self-belief. “He goes really internal, so he’s pretty spot on,” she noted. Oakley emphasized that overcoming self-doubt could help him showcase his genuine progress.

The Motivation Behind His Participation

Before joining Strictly, Hasselbaink was encouraged by his four daughters to step out of his comfort zone. He described the experience as “unknown” and a bit daunting. “They have pushed me into Strictly, and that I have to participate,” he remarked, indicating the excitement from his family.

Family Background

• Hasselbaink is a father to four daughters: Ghislaine (29), Miah (18), Lauren (16), and Khloe (11).
• Miah is a musical theatre performer known for her roles in “Matilda the Musical” and “Tina the Musical.”

With his daughters eagerly supporting him, Hasselbaink looks forward to his journey on the dance floor. Strictly Come Dancing continues to air on Saturdays at 6:55 PM on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.