Strictly Come Dancing fans were left fuming and heartbroken after the show
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Fans of Strictly Come Dancing have expressed outrage over what they believe to be ‘unfair’ scoring from the judges.
The hit BBC programme graced screens once again on Saturday, November 30, showcasing the talents of the six remaining dance pairs.
Among the performances were Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe’s Rumba to I’m Here from The Colour Purple, Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola’s Charleston to Popular from Wicked, Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec with an Argentine Tango set to Ex-Wives from SIX.
Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell did a Quickstep to You’re The Top from Anything Goes, JB Gill and Lauren Oakley performed a Viennese Waltz to Let’s Go Fly A Kite from Mary Poppins, and Pete Wicks and Jowita Przysta’s Waltz accompanied Somewhere from West Side Story.
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However, the disparity in marks for various contestants has left viewers incensed, prompting them to air their grievances across social media platforms.
One upset fan commented: “Craig doesn’t want to overlook JB’s thumb but Pete can botch the whole dance and it’s fine! #Strictly,” while another said: “Feel Chris and Dianne are underscored there. Better than his paso doble but 3 marks less.”
Further complaints included remarks such as: “Judges undermarking Chris and Dianne again #Strictly,” and: “Should’ve been 40…again. Always undermarking Sarah! #Strictly,” reports the Mirror.
Another disappointed viewer noted: “Three judges scoring Pete the same as Craig did for Chris. Score Chris higher.”
Strictly Come Dancing fans are now certain that the recent scoring could spell trouble for Montell or Chris, with one fan lamenting on social media: “Chris and Montell undermarked, i wouldn’t be surprised if Montell is in the dance off yet again, feel so bad for her, Pete should be voted out now #strictly.”
In the same vein, another viewer remarked: “About time for Pete to leave but it will probably be Montell #Strictly.”
This follows the stunning exit of EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick from the dance floor. His leaving has been met with disappointment from fans who were sad to see him go. Partnered with professional dancer Michelle, she became emotional as she sang Jamie’s praises.
She conveyed to him: “I just want to say it goes without saying Jamie is an amazing dancer, and he’s improved so much week by week. He’s worked so hard to get to where he is.”
She further reflected: “It’s my first year with a partner and I’ve realised that it’s so much more than just the dancing and the technique, it’s the bonds and the friendships that you make. I waited two years for a partner and I wouldn’t have had it any other way.”
Additionally, Jamie shared his own heartfelt sentiment: “Strictly is magic. That is all I can say. Strictly is magic. Not just everyone who you see in front of the camera, these four here [the judges], but everyone who works on this show.”
“I have such a good bond and relationship with and that’s what made me want to do this show, it’s the people, not what I’m doing. I’ve had the best time. I could ramble on all day about this one [Michelle]. She’s a new pro and she’s absolutely been the most amazing teacher. We have laughed like you wouldn’t believe. I have nothing but the utmost respect for everyone on the show, so thank you.”
Strictly Come Dancing is on BBC One and BBC iPlayer
