Strictly Come Dancing hottie Layton Williams is all set to dive into the depths of his family history on BBC’s Who Do You Think You Are? The West End star is packing his bags and jetting off to Jamaica in the upcoming episode airing this Monday (May 12). His mission? To uncover the juicy deets about his Jamaican ancestors and their journey through the sands of time. And let me tell you, it’s gonna be a wild ride!
As Layton delves into his family tree, he uncovers tales of resilience and strength that have been passed down through the generations. It’s like a real-life soap opera, folks! Along the way, he stumbles upon a delightful surprise – a musical thread that weaves its way through his family’s past. How cool is that?
In a sneak peek, Layton learns about his great-great-grandmother and her sis, who were hard-working washerwomen in Jamaica. Talk about keeping it real, right? But wait, there’s more! Our boy Layton reflects on how his grandad Clarence instilled a sense of hard work in him from a young age. He’s all about that grind, y’all!
“I love that. Strong women. Strong black women. Let’s not forget,” Layton muses, acknowledging the powerful legacy of the women in his family. And hey, who can blame him? These ladies are the real MVPs, no doubt about it. And let’s not forget about his grandpa Clarence – the OG workaholic who paved the way for Layton to follow in his footsteps.
Now, Layton may be known for his killer dance moves on Strictly Come Dancing, but did you know he’s also a West End sensation? Yep, this guy has been tearing up the stage in musicals like Billy Elliott and Everyone’s Talking About Jamie. And let’s not forget his stint on the BBC comedy Bad Education – the man’s a triple threat!
Growing up, Layton and his siblings were mostly raised by their mom Michelle, with a little help from their grandparents. His dad, Prince, who hailed from Jamaica, dipped out when Layton was just a wee lad. But that’s not stopping him from digging deep into his roots and uncovering the secrets of his family’s past.
In his quest for answers, Layton discovers that his mom’s side of the family has ties to London, where he now calls home. Who would’ve thought, right? And get this – he even uncovers a six times great grandfather who was a fancy piano tuner living in posh Golden Square. Talk about high society, folks!
So, if you’re itching to learn more about Layton’s journey through time and space, be sure to tune in to Who Do You Think You Are? on Monday, May 12 at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. It’s gonna be a rollercoaster of emotions, drama, and maybe even a few surprises along the way. Who knows what secrets Layton will uncover next? Guess we’ll just have to wait and see!
