FabSwingers.com forum: Strictly Come Dancing 2022

By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

The celebrity line up has been revealed. The usual mix of soap stars, music people, an older 'icon' figure (Matt Goss, this year), presenters and sports people.

This year they are ringing the changes a bit with a wildlife photographer. I can't remember any behind the camera people being on before.

Four new professionals too.

I am glad we get to keep Giovanni for another year.

I'm getting excited.

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By *rettyflamingoWoman
over a year ago

Where the flamboyance of flamingos live

I do love strictly

I wish they would introduce a non celebrity into the mix, I think that would be fun.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I do love strictly

I wish they would introduce a non celebrity into the mix, I think that would be fun."

I think the photographer fits that brief, to some extent.

I'm not sure if anyone remembers the original version with Karen Hardy teaching ordinary people? It was short. Then a few years later the celebrity version appeared. I am a little sceptical about everything morphinng into a celebrity-led show (Gogglebox etc.).

Many of us don't know half the celebrities at the start. There's always at least one hack who writes that the show is going downhill as theey don't know any of the celebrities and then we get to know them and root for them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I do love strictly

I wish they would introduce a non celebrity into the mix, I think that would be fun."

Chantelle

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

The latest announcement is they are going to dance to BBC theme tunes to mark the 100th anniversary.

I'm wondering what dances will be assigned to Dr Who and Eastenders?

Which tunes? What dances?

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

There's a pre-Strictly programme tonight about the Blackpool Ballroom competition.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The latest announcement is they are going to dance to BBC theme tunes to mark the 100th anniversary.

I'm wondering what dances will be assigned to Dr Who and Eastenders?

Which tunes? What dances?"

Terry and June. Complete with chair collapse at the end.

Would bring the house down.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"The latest announcement is they are going to dance to BBC theme tunes to mark the 100th anniversary.

I'm wondering what dances will be assigned to Dr Who and Eastenders?

Which tunes? What dances?

Terry and June. Complete with chair collapse at the end.

Would bring the house down."

One for the oldies/my generation. The younger audience will have to Google them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The latest announcement is they are going to dance to BBC theme tunes to mark the 100th anniversary.

I'm wondering what dances will be assigned to Dr Who and Eastenders?

Which tunes? What dances?

Terry and June. Complete with chair collapse at the end.

Would bring the house down.

One for the oldies/my generation. The younger audience will have to Google them.

What a treat for them.

I'd also like to see them dance to the Hi de Hi theme tune. They can just stand there and wave to the camera.

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By *rwhowhatwherewhyMan
over a year ago

Aylesbury

I'd rather pack thermite into my eye sockets while playing with sparklers to be quite honest

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By *itty9899Man
over a year ago

Craggy Island

"I'd rather pack thermite into my eye sockets while playing with sparklers to be quite honest"

There's always a critic.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'd rather pack thermite into my eye sockets while playing with sparklers to be quite honest"

Whatever floats your boat.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"The latest announcement is they are going to dance to BBC theme tunes to mark the 100th anniversary.

I'm wondering what dances will be assigned to Dr Who and Eastenders?

Which tunes? What dances?

Terry and June. Complete with chair collapse at the end.

Would bring the house down.

One for the oldies/my generation. The younger audience will have to Google them.

What a treat for them.

I'd also like to see them dance to the Hi de Hi theme tune. They can just stand there and wave to the camera."

You were but a toddler when these shows were on...

Hi-de-hi would have to start with the bing bongs.

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By *essiCouple
over a year ago

suffolk

Do love a bit of strictly..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The latest announcement is they are going to dance to BBC theme tunes to mark the 100th anniversary.

I'm wondering what dances will be assigned to Dr Who and Eastenders?

Which tunes? What dances?

Terry and June. Complete with chair collapse at the end.

Would bring the house down.

One for the oldies/my generation. The younger audience will have to Google them.

What a treat for them.

I'd also like to see them dance to the Hi de Hi theme tune. They can just stand there and wave to the camera.

You were but a toddler when these shows were on...

Hi-de-hi would have to start with the bing bongs.

I'm sure they could manage that. Bring Gladys out of retirement

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By *urhamdebbiecdTV/TS
over a year ago

bishop auckland

Whoever gets Simmons is going to have a stiff neck

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Whoever gets Simmons is going to have a stiff neck "

I have been wondering how they are going to do that pairing. It's going to be interesting.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I'm getting worried they will delay the start of Strictly this weekend.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Strictly won't be on this Saturday.

They're going to have a Friday show on 23rd ahead of the live show on 24th.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Two days to go.

I'm getting excited.

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By *imbo59seMan
over a year ago

North Norfolk area

Oh Joy....as if Saturday night wasn't bad enough already

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By *ex HolesMan
over a year ago

Up North

First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

You know where the OFF button is, Mr M

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Oh Joy....as if Saturday night wasn't bad enough already

It's Friday and Saturday night this week.

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By *ex HolesMan
over a year ago

Up North

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

You know where the OFF button is, Mr M

No, I know where the pub is

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

I think it's BL = Ballroom and Latin.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

You know where the OFF button is, Mr M

No, I know where the pub is

Off you fuck then

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By *ex HolesMan
over a year ago

Up North

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

I think it's BL = Ballroom and Latin.

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By *ex HolesMan
over a year ago

Up North

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

You know where the OFF button is, Mr M

No, I know where the pub is

Off you fuck then

Is it on now?

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

You know where the OFF button is, Mr M

No, I know where the pub is

Off you fuck then

Is it on now?

What happens if I say yes?!

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By *ex HolesMan
over a year ago

Up North

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

You know where the OFF button is, Mr M

No, I know where the pub is

Off you fuck then

Is it on now?

What happens if I say yes?!"

Then I’m off the pub

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

Intro to the Strictly contestant to be unveiled shortly... Any hunks among them???

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

Tony Adams is going to be great

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The online complainers are out in force already on twitter

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"The online complainers are out in force already on twitter "

Yup, predominantly about the same sex pairings too

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By *illnatMan
over a year ago

wherever i need to be

I love strictly.. lol but bring back Oti and her Mabuse’s lol she was always my favourite. Her mabuse’s are legendary (o)(o) hehe childish I know but ooooft.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I'm not sure about 'Mummy' Adams in the Adams 'family'.

I loved the opening sequence last night. It took me to a happy place.

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By *ercuryMan
over a year ago

Grantham

"Tony Adams is going to be great

Let's hope he doesn't have a "car crash" performance

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Motsi's shimmy making up for not having Oti.

Have they given up trying to pair Neil?

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Craig scorer higher than all the other judges. It's week one when he's usually low scoring because they don't know much.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Will, Hamza and Ellie were much better than I expected. I wonder if they can keep it up now they only have a week for rehearsals?

I may have a slight crush on Fleur.

It's also nice to see Cecil Sharp House used so much. I've had some lovely times in that hall.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

Some of the comments on the social media pages are just so cringe. Hamza's hair. Ellie Simmonds' stature. Jayde's weight. Same sex pairings. Urgh. Can the bigots not all be shipped off to a remote island?!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Some of the comments on the social media pages are just so cringe. Hamza's hair. Ellie Simmonds' stature. Jayde's weight. Same sex pairings. Urgh. Can the bigots not all be shipped off to a remote island?!

I haven't looked because they are so predictable.

Adapting for Ellie Simmonds will be visually different. Just as it was for the Jeremy Vine being tall.

Will and Hamza scoring the same won't protect Hamza. He'll lose out on the public vote, more's the pity. I'm glad his parents took the time off to see him dance.

Ellie Taylor looked and moved beautifully.

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

"Will, Hamza and Ellie were much better than I expected. I wonder if they can keep it up now they only have a week for rehearsals?"

OMG... On his Vox before his dance, I thought, that Will, he's quite sexy... Isn't he?

WWTTFF?? My tits just EXploded!

"I may have a slight crush on Fleur."

Slight? SLIGHT? The Tina Turner vibe is so powerful I'm definitely turning lesbian... Hear her ROAR!

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By *iamondCougarWoman
over a year ago

Norfuck! / Lincolnshire

It gets worse every year

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

I thought they all did really well for the first show. Will Mellor was the best, in my opinion

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I thought they all did really well for the first show. Will Mellor was the best, in my opinion

I wondered if he'd been preparing for it. He's certainly very toned.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not sure how Nikita is going to manage Ellie in a Viennese Waltz. She’s lovely and I hope she does well but I just can’t see how it will work

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"Not sure how Nikita is going to manage Ellie in a Viennese Waltz. She’s lovely and I hope she does well but I just can’t see how it will work

They'll work it out.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

A lot of questions were asked about how an amputee with a blade or prosthetic leg would put resistance through the floor to do Latin. But Jonny P managed it.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I thought they all did really well for the first show. Will Mellor was the best, in my opinion

I wondered if he'd been preparing for it. He's certainly very toned.

Yes he is very toned. Early days yet!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Not sure how Nikita is going to manage Ellie in a Viennese Waltz. She’s lovely and I hope she does well but I just can’t see how it will work

It can work, you just use a different hold.

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By *asycouple1971Couple
over a year ago

midlands

Normally watch it every year but not watched it this year yet.

Maybe its the line up or its the same tired formula every year or a knock on from the Queens funeral but havent been looking forward to it even though I work at the same company of one of the celebs siblings.

Not even bothered to see the full line up or catch it on repeat.

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By *oan of DArcCouple
over a year ago

Glasgow

"It gets worse every year"

.........................

Worse in what respect?

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By *eachcplCouple
over a year ago

blackpool/preston/normandy france

Celebrities? They must be joking. Never heard of half of them before. This show is past the sell by date and is just keeping certain people in a job. Tess Daly is completely talentless and condescending.

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By *oan of DArcCouple
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Celebrities? They must be joking. Never heard of half of them before. "

...........................

We say this every year, but within two weeks we're invested in our favourites and rooting for them.

Some of the best contestants not universally known, we've come to love and were given little chance..Chris Hollins, Bill Bailey and Kelvin Fletcher spring to mind!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Celebrities? They must be joking. Never heard of half of them before.

...........................

We say this every year, but within two weeks we're invested in our favourites and rooting for them.

Some of the best contestants not universally known, we've come to love and were given little chance..Chris Hollins, Bill Bailey and Kelvin Fletcher spring to mind!"

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By *wist my nipplesCouple
over a year ago

North East Scotland, mostly

Really enjoyed it! Some unexpected delights first week out. Gutted for Ginger Neil though

Mrs TMN x

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Really enjoyed it! Some unexpected delights first week out. Gutted for Ginger Neil though

Mrs TMN x"

Yes, don't know why Neil Jones hasn't got a partner again this year, I like his dancing.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Ellie Simmonds did so well. All the naysayers should just let her be, especially the column writers.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"Ellie Simmonds did so well. All the naysayers should just let her be, especially the column writers.

I'm sick of reading the absolute tripe about Ellie on social media. It's ridiculous.

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By *ixiePoisonWoman
over a year ago

Darlington

Every year there's an Eastenders actor.... Yawn

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

"Ellie Simmonds did so well. All the naysayers should just let her be, especially the column writers.

I only caught the recap montage last night and she looked great .

(On a separate matter away from the dancing, has Motsi had a reduction ?)

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

Loving the Robbie Williams piece - great arrangement, fabulous voice

Tremendous stuff

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Ellie Simmonds did so well. All the naysayers should just let her be, especially the column writers.

I only caught the recap montage last night and she looked great .

(On a separate matter away from the dancing, has Motsi had a reduction ?)"

I think Motsi may have lost some residual baby weight. She looked fabulous last night.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ve never watched it, but I read today there’s some curse on the show? Apparently it’s ended a few marriages/relationships? Is that true?

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

"Ellie Simmonds did so well. All the naysayers should just let her be, especially the column writers.

I only caught the recap montage last night and she looked great .

(On a separate matter away from the dancing, has Motsi had a reduction ?)

I think Motsi may have lost some residual baby weight. She looked fabulous last night.

Oh absolutely … just looked different … a stunning woman

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I’ve never watched it, but I read today there’s some curse on the show? Apparently it’s ended a few marriages/relationships? Is that true? "

Two people spend many hours together getting sweaty and physical, bonding in a short time and getting emotional many times a week.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’ve never watched it, but I read today there’s some curse on the show? Apparently it’s ended a few marriages/relationships? Is that true?

Two people spend many hours together getting sweaty and physical, bonding in a short time and getting emotional many times a week.

So it has done that?

I mean I’m not surprised. Is there anything sexier than a man that can dance well

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I’ve never watched it, but I read today there’s some curse on the show? Apparently it’s ended a few marriages/relationships? Is that true?

Two people spend many hours together getting sweaty and physical, bonding in a short time and getting emotional many times a week.

So it has done that?

I mean I’m not surprised. Is there anything sexier than a man that can dance well "

A woman that can dance well.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Note to self, never allow partners on strictly

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Matt was awful but I thought his fan base would keep him in a little longer.

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

Kay is the better dancer

Yes?

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

That's fair. Kay forgot the moves.

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By *ixiePoisonWoman
over a year ago

Darlington

Matt was awful, he made loads of mistakes

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Kay is the better dancer

Yes?"

Yes, but in the dance off it looked like she'd forgotten what to do.

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

So I will start watching the full show on a Saturday evening .

I’m hoping I can notice another unusual quirk and keep you all in suspense for a few weeks

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"So I will start watching the full show on a Saturday evening .

I’m hoping I can notice another unusual quirk and keep you all in suspense for a few weeks

I'll sit here waving my old lady fist at you.

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

"Yes, but in the dance off it looked like she'd forgotten what to do."

I find a lot of serious presenters / journalists find it difficult to loosen up. It's almost at odds with their professional integrity. So they don't take the competition seriously.

Shame as I find Kai easy on the eyes ...

Matt kinda reminds me of creepy uncles...! Lol

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Yes, but in the dance off it looked like she'd forgotten what to do.

I find a lot of serious presenters / journalists find it difficult to loosen up. It's almost at odds with their professional integrity. So they don't take the competition seriously.

Shame as I find Kai easy on the eyes ...

Matt kinda reminds me of creepy uncles...! Lol"

Seeing Matt dance last night I thought he'd be terrible in bed.

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By *instonandLadyAstorCouple
over a year ago

Not where we seem to be...

Ellie.

Her dance. Amazing. Understated. Simple. Executed beautifully.

It made my eyes wet.

Winston

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

"Seeing Matt dance last night I thought he'd be terrible in bed.

I thought his hip wriggling in his tightly whities was a bit cringy...

Just been reading a Metro online piece about Kaye injuring herself on Friday from a mis-timed lift. So she was probably in pain and having to do the dance a second time, she probably gave up... Poor lass...

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Seeing Matt dance last night I thought he'd be terrible in bed.

I thought his hip wriggling in his tightly whities was a bit cringy...

That would explain the lift she swerved mid dance-off.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Ellie Simmonds did so well. All the naysayers should just let her be, especially the column writers.

I only caught the recap montage last night and she looked great .

(On a separate matter away from the dancing, has Motsi had a reduction ?)

I think Motsi may have lost some residual baby weight. She looked fabulous last night.

Yes she did!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Kay is the better dancer

Yes?"

They both made a lot of mistakes in the dance off. On Saturday Kay was definitely the best dancer of the two.

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

Oh good. We get to enjoy Vito's lovely chest for a little while more yet! Lol

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

Does anyone else think the costumes hampered Ritchie and Gio this week?

I'll miss my weekly Gio fix

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Does anyone else think the costumes hampered Ritchie and Gio this week?

I'll miss my weekly Gio fix

Yes, I think so too, I don't think it was his time to go..

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

"Does anyone else think the costumes hampered Ritchie and Gio this week?

I'll miss my weekly Gio fix

Yes, I think so too, I don't think it was his time to go.."

Yes and especially when Ritchie is such a super fan. Dunno... Being Black and Gay, not appealing to the two separate demographics I suppose...

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By *achel SmythTV/TS
over a year ago

Farnborough

"Does anyone else think the costumes hampered Ritchie and Gio this week?

I'll miss my weekly Gio fix

Yes, I think so too, I don't think it was his time to go..

Yes and especially when Ritchie is such a super fan. Dunno... Being Black and Gay, not appealing to the two separate demographics I suppose..."

Oh please … on this is soooo easy to point on this direction… so why did Johannes do so well last year then?? .. is he not black and gay, an easy assumption to hang your hat on!!

I don’t believe either Fleur of Richie should have been in the bottom 2 … the judges scores on Saturday were accurate.. but what is missing is ‘the celeb factor’ which will carry people through..

Matt Goss will have an Army of Brossettes voting for him, Tony Adams will have an Army of Arsenal fans voting for him - plus the comedy factor! … whereas unless you listen to Radio 2 nobody really knows about Richie Anderson.

R xx

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I think the furry costumes didn't help Richie.

I wondered if Fleur picked up some of the Black Little Mermaid ire, along with the song choice?

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

"Oh please … on this is soooo easy to point on this direction… so why did Johannes do so well last year then?? .. is he not black and gay, an easy assumption to hang your hat on!!"

Johannes is the professional dancer, Ritchie is the celeb... Johannes did so well last year on the strength of John Waite, who probably got a lot of gay (white) votes and Waitrose cooks.

Before transition I lived in the gay (mostly white) community and racism is quite common. I know my and many ethnic communities are very anti-gay. So when it comes to votes, its down to the small middle venn overlap. That's my point.

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

Anyone watching ?

Some fantastic dances tonight

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hamza the big winner tonight.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"Hamza the big winner tonight."

Loved it!! Isn't it amazing what properly suited music does, too? Proper salsa rhythm. Proper paso music for Gorka and Helen. Keep the proper music!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Hamza the big winner tonight.

Loved it!! Isn't it amazing what properly suited music does, too? Proper salsa rhythm. Proper paso music for Gorka and Helen. Keep the proper music!"

All change though next week. Got the feeling a lot have had the right dances/music tonight.

The likes of Jambo have got the tough dances out of the way this week.

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire

"Anyone watching ?

Some fantastic dances tonight "

I'm not but the boss is..

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"Anyone watching ?

Some fantastic dances tonight

I'm not but the boss is..

The gent doth protest too much

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

What a show so far!

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

"Anyone watching ?

Some fantastic dances tonight

I'm not but the boss is..

The gent doth protest too much

I agree

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire

"Anyone watching ?

Some fantastic dances tonight

I'm not but the boss is..

The gent doth protest too much

Busted ..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Week 3 . Incredible standard x

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

"What a show so far! "

Best so far!! Really felt for Will though xx

J x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Tonight was a maz ing!

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By *oan of DArcCouple
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Tonight was a maz ing!"

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Fleur and Hamza were really impressive this week.

So many butt clenching lifts this week. I was holding my breath for the professionals this week.

This was the best week of the series, and it's still early.

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By *nicorn4uWoman
over a year ago

telford

"First of all the cost of living crisis and now this BS.

I’m emigrating somewhere off the grid

You know where the OFF button is, Mr M

No, I know where the pub is

Off you fuck then

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By *WINGStars23Couple
over a year ago

Northwest

Some people can actually cum dancing. Us we prefer a good old shag.

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By *ryandseeMan
over a year ago

Yorkshire

I used to enjoy the programme. Sadly I am getting bored with it now.

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By *illnatMan
over a year ago

wherever i need to be

Loved it tonight - those lifts though…. Oooft

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

Absolutely brilliant show and yes, very early in the series. I can't pick who should go tonight. Hamza and Fleur were particularly very good.

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By *licecdTV/TS
over a year ago

Hatfield

Do you all not understand the voting is rigged by the BBC When the Beeb was asked to reveal the actual voting figures there was no reply . It's rigged wait and see the girl swimmer Simmonds will get sympathy votes as that is politically correct . The final results will be as bent as a hairpin

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By *ip73Man
over a year ago

Stanwell

Carlos is hot and his dance Molly last night was great. Love the connection between Nikita and Ellie. Tyler is a good dancer but way over marked last night. Fleur and Vitos Argentine was fantastic.

Motsi last week had a cat tower on her head this week she was being a Croquembouche on a plastic pink leopard skin tablecloth

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Do you all not understand the voting is rigged by the BBC When the Beeb was asked to reveal the actual voting figures there was no reply . It's rigged wait and see the girl swimmer Simmonds will get sympathy votes as that is politically correct . The final results will be as bent as a hairpin "

That's not like the BBC to lie and cheat

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

I enjoy watching it regardless and see their personal journeys in learning to dance ,which is not easy.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

Do you not think the the public just like Ellie and appreciate her efforts in learning to dance? Occam's Razor.

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

"I enjoy watching it regardless and see their personal journeys in learning to dance ,which is not easy.

^ this is spot on. I've taken up dancing again after a long break and a new style for me. It's taken me 4 months to become ok ish. What these celebs do in a week is fantastic, fair play on them.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Who actually cares enough about a dance competition to ask the BBC to share public votes?! Bizarre.

I actually never watch the results programme (mainly because I think it's dragged out and the performer they drag on is shit). I just love to watch the dances and I think it is great to see lol abilities and bodies moving.

Hamza last night was simply amazing!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I enjoy watching it regardless and see their personal journeys in learning to dance ,which is not easy.

^ this is spot on. I've taken up dancing again after a long break and a new style for me. It's taken me 4 months to become ok ish. What these celebs do in a week is fantastic, fair play on them. "

Yes, I agree, I used to love dancing and it is amazing what they achieve in just a week.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

Who actually cares enough about a dance competition to ask the BBC to share public votes?! Bizarre.

Hamza last night was simply amazing! "

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By *phroditeWoman
over a year ago

(She/ her) in Sensualityland

Who actually cares enough about a dance competition to ask the BBC to share public votes?! Bizarre.

Hamza last night was simply amazing! "

I agree with you on all points and as for Hamza.....

Hamza is not just a great dancer but he inspires with his affable personality and modesty. I so hope he wins.

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

Who actually cares enough about a dance competition to ask the BBC to share public votes?! Bizarre.

Hamza last night was simply amazing! "

That’s because it’s filmed straight after the main show so they need to fill time for costume changes, hair & makeup

J x

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

I've just gone to watch Hamza's salsa again because it's so fantastic!! Love Hamza!!

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By *ris GrayMan
over a year ago

Dorchester

"I've just gone to watch Hamza's salsa again because it's so fantastic!! Love Hamza!!"
yes I watched it in pub without sound he was very good actually I liked the little black singers dance too and the other black guy that was in it all very good, sorry don't know their names(Xmas)

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

I agree with Craig's point about everyone taking a "dance pill" as there were so many impressive performances!

I have the hots for Will this year and it was difficult watching him struggle.

And as for professional Vito! I was moist watching his Argentine Tango with Fleur! Amazing choreography!

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

I should turn off other forms of social media. I'm getting quite upset reading the utter bile being posted about Ellie Simmonds

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I should turn off other forms of social media. I'm getting quite upset reading the utter bile being posted about Ellie Simmonds

I haven't seen it..but just ignore it x wasn't overly impressed with the show tonight, just didn't like the music. Still some very good performances. Liked Hamza tonight.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My opinion….the whole lot of it is fake and scripted! They know who’s going to win from the start. I personally can’t stand it!

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"My opinion….the whole lot of it is fake and scripted! They know who’s going to win from the start. I personally can’t stand it! "

Who's going to win this year, so we can stick a few quid on down the bookies, please?!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

I'm not too bothered who wins, I just enjoy watching them dance. Hopefully next week will be better

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Strictly is my happy place

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By *wist my nipplesCouple
over a year ago

North East Scotland, mostly

Last night's episode was delightfully bonkers. Ellie and Johannes' acting

Mrs TMN x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ellie Simmonds paso doble was really good my favourite dance last night

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By *izandpaulCouple
over a year ago

merseyside

"I'm not too bothered who wins, I just enjoy watching them dance. Hopefully next week will be better

Yes, me too.

Not really bothered who wins, just a good watch, so much so that 3 years ago I started attending dance lessons.

I'm red hot now....well maybe slightly tepid....OK, OK, just above freezing.

The biggest downer was Paul became a better dancer, bastard.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I'm not too bothered who wins, I just enjoy watching them dance. Hopefully next week will be better

Yes, me too.

Not really bothered who wins, just a good watch, so much so that 3 years ago I started attending dance lessons.

I'm red hot now....well maybe slightly tepid....OK, OK, just above freezing.

The biggest downer was Paul became a better dancer, bastard.

Haha! Enjoy it, that's the main thing and it's very good exercise!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Well-loved BBC Theme Tunes was always going to be tricky. Fleur and Hamza got off lightly as they had songs, not theme tunes.

Both Ellie's made me smile for different reasons.

I'm sorry Jayde went because I have enjoyed watching her throw herself into it and her relationship with Karen booping her on the nose is sweet.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Well-loved BBC Theme Tunes was always going to be tricky. Fleur and Hamza got off lightly as they had songs, not theme tunes.

Both Ellie's made me smile for different reasons.

I'm sorry Jayde went because I have enjoyed watching her throw herself into it and her relationship with Karen booping her on the nose is sweet."

I liked Jayde too, great entertainer. Tony has become a good entertainer too, he's improved and become more confident with his dancing

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By *phroditeWoman
over a year ago

(She/ her) in Sensualityland

"Well-loved BBC Theme Tunes was always going to be tricky. Fleur and Hamza got off lightly as they had songs, not theme tunes.

Both Ellie's made me smile for different reasons.

I'm sorry Jayde went because I have enjoyed watching her throw herself into it and her relationship with Karen booping her on the nose is sweet.

I liked Jayde too, great entertainer. Tony has become a good entertainer too, he's improved and become more confident with his dancing

I would agree. In fact I actually like all the current dancers and find them entertaining in different ways.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Well-loved BBC Theme Tunes was always going to be tricky. Fleur and Hamza got off lightly as they had songs, not theme tunes.

Both Ellie's made me smile for different reasons.

I'm sorry Jayde went because I have enjoyed watching her throw herself into it and her relationship with Karen booping her on the nose is sweet.

I liked Jayde too, great entertainer. Tony has become a good entertainer too, he's improved and become more confident with his dancing

I would agree. In fact I actually like all the current dancers and find them entertaining in different ways.

I was just thinking this too. They all have a back story too, but yes, they are all very entertaining

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

"I'm sorry Jayde went because I have enjoyed watching her throw herself into it and her relationship with Karen booping her on the nose is sweet."

Me too... I thought the chemistry between them was great! Jayde is straight and you don't have to be a lesbian to be paired up with same sex professional dancer.

Tho that said, Karen is sooooo gawjuz I think I would fall head over heels and turn lesbian if I danced with her six days a week...

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Catching up on last night... Craig and Motsi look fantastic. I'm not so sure about Anton.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Catching up on last night... Craig and Motsi look fantastic. I'm not so sure about Anton.

Haha! Lots of good performances again, everyone is improving. I think James should go tonight. Thought Kim looked more comfortable last night.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Catching up on last night... Craig and Motsi look fantastic. I'm not so sure about Anton.

Haha! Lots of good performances again, everyone is improving. I think James should go tonight. Thought Kim looked more comfortable last night.

I was surprised we had two good weeks in a row. There's usually a little slump after they all do well.

I'm also really pleased to see social media getting behind Hamza with the Metro reporting that he proves you don't need to be a big name to succeed on Strictly.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Catching up on last night... Craig and Motsi look fantastic. I'm not so sure about Anton.

Haha! Lots of good performances again, everyone is improving. I think James should go tonight. Thought Kim looked more comfortable last night.

I was surprised we had two good weeks in a row. There's usually a little slump after they all do well.

I'm also really pleased to see social media getting behind Hamza with the Metro reporting that he proves you don't need to be a big name to succeed on Strictly.

Yes they have all done really well. Hamza is a natural dancer and such a sweet person.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Did anyone else think it was below par last week with the songs for 100 years of the BBC ? (Not the BBC often mentioned on here )

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Did anyone else think it was below par last week with the songs for 100 years of the BBC ? (Not the BBC often mentioned on here )"

The music was difficult last week. Only a couple of dances could fit their music.

I think the right person went this week.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Did anyone else think it was below par last week with the songs for 100 years of the BBC ? (Not the BBC often mentioned on here )"

Yes, I wasn't keen on the music last week..you need the right music for each dance, so I think some struggled with that.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Did anyone else think it was below par last week with the songs for 100 years of the BBC ? (Not the BBC often mentioned on here )

The music was difficult last week. Only a couple of dances could fit their music.

I think the right person went this week.

Yes I definitely thought James should have gone this week, not sure what Fleur was doing in the dance off..

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By *atnipMan
over a year ago

Chiswick

"Catching up on last night... Craig and Motsi look fantastic. I'm not so sure about Anton.

Haha! Lots of good performances again, everyone is improving. I think James should go tonight. Thought Kim looked more comfortable last night.

I was surprised we had two good weeks in a row. There's usually a little slump after they all do well.

I'm also really pleased to see social media getting behind Hamza with the Metro reporting that he proves you don't need to be a big name to succeed on Strictly.

Is Bill Bailey a big name?

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

"Catching up on last night... Craig and Motsi look fantastic. I'm not so sure about Anton.

Haha! Lots of good performances again, everyone is improving. I think James should go tonight. Thought Kim looked more comfortable last night.

I was surprised we had two good weeks in a row. There's usually a little slump after they all do well.

I'm also really pleased to see social media getting behind Hamza with the Metro reporting that he proves you don't need to be a big name to succeed on Strictly.

Is Bill Bailey a big name?"

Fairly big in the comedy world. He’s a bit niche.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Catching up on last night... Craig and Motsi look fantastic. I'm not so sure about Anton.

Haha! Lots of good performances again, everyone is improving. I think James should go tonight. Thought Kim looked more comfortable last night.

I was surprised we had two good weeks in a row. There's usually a little slump after they all do well.

I'm also really pleased to see social media getting behind Hamza with the Metro reporting that he proves you don't need to be a big name to succeed on Strictly.

Is Bill Bailey a big name?"

I would say so..yes

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Hamza for the glitter ball please!!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Hamza for the glitter ball please!!"

He is my favourite, at the moment.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Shirley's outfit: there's no way you can go to the loo quickly in that.

Ellie S: her out and hairstyle really suited her. I liked the dance too.

Kym: I loved her Argentine Tango. Her legs were perfect. Her outfit put the focus on that right boob, though.

Helen: she's found her mojo. That was a joyful jive.

Tony: he's having fun. Ian Wright's face was a picture.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

I thought Ellie T's rumba was a decent effort too. I adore Hamza too

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I thought Ellie T's rumba was a decent effort too. I adore Hamza too

She didn't deserve Craig's score.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"I thought Ellie T's rumba was a decent effort too. I adore Hamza too

She didn't deserve Craig's score.

She certainly didn't. He seemed to pick on her tonight

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

Another good show. Kims Argentine Tango was superb!

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter

"Another good show. Kims Argentine Tango was superb!"

She was really good and what fabulous legs , she looks cracking in that dress.

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
over a year ago

Maidstone

"Helen: she's found her mojo. That was a joyful jive.

Agree! I think Helen is one of these people who are physically capable and confident, be it tight-rope walking, kayaking, rock-climbing, etc. which she had done well for Blue Peter.

Her dancing in the first few weeks was equally competent but the last couple of weeks, she's really discovered she can dance, not just physically but in her soul.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Another good show. Kims Argentine Tango was superb!

She was really good and what fabulous legs , she looks cracking in that dress. "

She did!

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By *achel SmythTV/TS
over a year ago

Farnborough

"Another good show. Kims Argentine Tango was superb!"

I love the Argentinian Tango, it is a hell of a sexy dance … the black fishnets out in force!! mmmm I thought Kym did brilliantly … and looked as hot as hell!!

R xx

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Another good show. Kims Argentine Tango was superb!

I love the Argentinian Tango, it is a hell of a sexy dance … the black fishnets out in force!! mmmm I thought Kym did brilliantly … and looked as hot as hell!!

R xx"

My favourite ever,Argentine Tango , was Simon Webbe and Kristina Rihanoff..it was steaming!

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter

Who is going to go tonight ?

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By *im RoyleCouple
over a year ago

chester

"Who is going to go tonight ? "

Ellie

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter

"Who is going to go tonight ?

Ellie "

Yes I think you are right.. thought for a moment Kim would be in the dance off

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By *im RoyleCouple
over a year ago

chester

"Who is going to go tonight ?

Ellie

Yes I think you are right.. thought for a moment Kim would be in the dance off

Not with that dress!! And her dancer rubbing her tummy!!!

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

I'm feeling really emotional about that!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It’s the little things that matter !!

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By *im RoyleCouple
over a year ago

chester

"I'm feeling really emotional about that!"

Wife crying her eyes out here

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By *im RoyleCouple
over a year ago

chester

"It’s the little things that matter !! "

Groan

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Sucks Ellie has gone

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By *im RoyleCouple
over a year ago

chester

"Sucks Ellie has gone

Tony adams next

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I'm sad to see Ellie go.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I'm sad to see Ellie go."

Me too..she was very decourous..what a lovely young lady.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don’t watch it, but just want to do reply 175.

Thanks

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