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Netflix's Bank of Dave's real-life star in brutally honest reason for snubbing Strictly
by Liam Mcinerney · Manchester Evening NewsDave Fishwick, the real-life inspiration behind Netflix's Bank of Dave, has revealed why he declined an offer to appear on Strictly Come Dancing. The 53 year old entrepreneur, who was portrayed by Rory Kinnear in his biopic two years ago, will feature again in the sequel Bank of Dave: The Lone Ranger.
In this instalment, the Burnley businessman will even have a cameo role as an Italian-American gangster. Despite this exciting venture, Dave won't be showcasing his dance moves on the Strictly stage anytime soon.
The BBC approached him to join the show last year, but Dave's response was practical, considering his busy schedule. Speaking to Lancs Live, the self-made millionaire recalled his reaction to the intense training regime.
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He said: "They were saying to me, 'Look Dave, there is 35 hours a week of practice.' I was like, '35 hours a week! How am I supposed to... I can't even find three and a half hours.'
"I just said 'look I can't dance', and they said 'that's brilliant,' and then my wife said to them, 'no, he really can't dance' - and they said 'even better'."
He found the offer amusing and initially, was excited about the prospect of a professional dancer living with him. However, when it became clear that the arrangement involved the dancer staying close for training purposes, he began to consider his options more seriously, reports Bristol Live.
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Ultimately, Dave realised that dedicating enough time for the rigorous training simply wasn't feasible for him.
Dave built his fortune through the minibus sales industry and gained recognition for establishing Burnley Savings and Loans, a community bank, following the 2008 financial crisis. He's now set to release a film aimed at confronting payday loan firms.
With his sights set on 2025, he has no interest in reality TV stints such as I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!
He commented: "The jungle one I turned down last year. It is not for me, that ain't for me. I go after the baddies."