Thomas Skinner blocked from using 'bosh' catchphrase
Thomas Skinner has been told that he's not allowed to use "bosh" in his company name.
Thomas Skinner has been banned from using the word "bosh" in his company name.
The 34-year-old TV star has become well-known for using his catchphrase on social media, but he's now been banned from using it for his company following a dispute with Bosch, the electrical firm.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Thomas has huge plans for the Bosh name and wanted to attribute the name to a number of hustles.
“But as his profile and social media following grew, Bosch got wind of it and put their lawyers on the case.
"A names tribunal forced Thomas to back down and he was powerless to stop it."
Thomas actually used his catchphrase when he was announced as one of the contestants on Strictly Come Dancing.
The TV star - who previously appeared on The Apprentice - said at the time: "I’m beyond excited to be joining Strictly Come Dancing.
"I’ve tackled the boardroom and some big breakfasts in my time but stepping onto the dance floor under that glitter ball is next level stuff! I’ve never danced in my life (other than at weddings) but I’m ready to graft and of course have a laugh. Bring on the sequins, sambas and most importantly, the BOSH to the ballroom!"
Meanwhile, Thomas recently voiced his support for Amy Dowden - his professional partner on Strictly - after radio host Peter Levy suggested that he feels sorry for her.
In response, Thomas wrote on X: "Don’t feel sorry for Amy, Peter.
"She is an incredible woman, a fighter, and we’re gonna have a great time together on Strictly. In fact we haven’t stopped laughing. Maybe instead of making daft digs at me, you should be cheering on a brilliant dancer who’s beaten bigger battles that you and I have had to face.
"Anyway, you stick reading the autocue, I’ll stick to learning the cha-cha. I will be working my hardest on learning to dance so I don’t let her down. I want to do as well as possible, not just for myself but for her as-well. Bosh. (sic)"
