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Ross Antony on Let's Dance: 'I could finally let go'

Singer and openly gay Ross Antony had an emotional evening on Let's Dance. He danced in honour of his late father. Afterwards, he said he could finally let go.

RainbowNews Editorial9 May 2026 — Duitsland3 min read
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Ross Antony had an emotional evening on the dance programme Let's Dance. The well-known singer danced for his deceased father. This was a very special moment for him.

Ross Antony is openly gay. He spoke honestly about his feelings after the dance. "I could finally let go," he said. The dance meant a lot to him personally.

Ross lost his father some time ago. He struggled to cope with this loss. Through the dance, he could express his grief. The studio audience was visibly moved.

The singer talked about the evening in an interview. "It was very hard, but also beautiful," he said. "I danced with my heart." Many viewers at home were also emotionally affected.

During the interview, Ross also spoke about Gustav Schäfer's departure. Gustav left the programme that evening. Ross responded with understanding to the news. "Gustav did brilliantly," he said kindly.

Ross Antony is a well-known personality in Germany. He works as a singer and television presenter. He is known for his cheerful and open personality. As an openly gay man, he is a positive role model in the LGBTQ+ community.

His participation in Let's Dance is well received by the audience. Many fans support him on social media. They appreciated his courage to be so personal on television. His honesty about his feelings is seen as inspiring.

The evening on Let's Dance was a milestone for Ross. He could say goodbye to a painful chapter. The dance was his way to honour his father. Viewers and fans wish him all the best.

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