Thomas Skinner has been open about his earnings, stating that participating in Strictly Come Dancing is not solely motivated by money. The former Apprentice contestant gained fame on the BBC show but failed to secure Lord Sugar’s investment. Despite this setback, he has continued to focus on his pillow business and attract a growing fan base.
Recently, Thomas faced controversy over his past tweets and a public incident where he snatched a journalist’s phone. Additionally, he admitted to infidelity in his marriage shortly after the wedding and stirred up mixed reactions when paired with dancer Amy Dowden on the show.
A new development has emerged regarding Thomas’ business practices as one of his companies, the Fluffy Pillow Company, has reportedly not repaid a £50,000 Covid bounce back loan obtained from the government in 2020. Although Thomas has claimed his businesses, including Bosh Beds, were profitable, questions have been raised about the loan repayment status and the true financial standing of his ventures.
In his autobiography, Thomas highlighted the success of his businesses during the pandemic, citing high sales figures and substantial growth. Despite the financial achievements he boasted about, concerns linger about the unresolved loan repayment and the closure of the Fluffy Pillow Company.
When asked about his motivation for joining Strictly Come Dancing, Thomas emphasized that the experience was more about honor than monetary gain, stating he would participate for a nominal fee if necessary. However, recent revelations about his businesses’ financial matters have cast doubt on his claims of success and profitability.
The Fluffy Pillow Company has ceased operations, and there are discrepancies between Thomas’ statements about the company’s workforce and official records. Questions persist about the timeline of the company’s closure and the accuracy of Thomas’ public statements regarding his businesses.