Strictly Come Dancing enthusiasts were left outraged, slating the judges for what they deemed ‘unfair’ marks.
The hit BBC show dazzled viewers on Saturday, November 30 with its latest spectacle, as the remaining six pairs strutted their stuff in hopes of progressing to the following week. Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe performed a passionate Rumba to I’m Here from The Colour Purple, while Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola charmed with a Charleston to Popular from Wicked.
Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec delivered an Argentine Tango to Ex-Wives from SIX, and Chris McCausland paired with Dianne Buswell for a lively Quickstep to You’re The Top from Anything Goes.
JB Gill teamed up with Lauren Oakley for a graceful Viennese Waltz to Let’s Go Fly A Kite from Mary Poppins, and Pete Wicks with Jowita Przysta took on a Waltz to Somewhere from West Side Story.
But viewers were less than impressed with the judging, claiming inconsistency in scoring across the celebrities and swiftly voiced their complaints on social media.
One disgruntled fan posted: “Craig doesn’t want to overlook JB’s thumb but Pete can botch the whole dance and it’s fine! #Strictly,” while another complained: “Feel Chris and Dianne are underscored there. Better than his paso doble but 3 marks less,” reports the Mirror.
Further criticisms included: “Judges undermarking Chris and Dianne again #Strictly,” and another fan asserted: “Should’ve been 40…again. Always undermarking Sarah! #Strictly.”
One viewer argued for fairness saying: “Three judges scoring Pete the same as Craig did for Chris. Score Chris higher.”
Fans of the dance show are now suspecting that either Montell or Chris might be leaving next, as one fan expressed 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.”
Another echoed similar sentiments saying: “About time for Pete to leave but it will probably be Montell #Strictly.”
This speculation arises following the unexpected exit of EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick from the contest.
His departure has left many viewers upset. Michelle, his professional dance partner, couldn’t hold back her tears as she lauded Jamie, remarking: “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.
“It’s my first year with a partner and I’ve realised that it’s so much more than just dancing and technique, it’s about forming bonds and friendships. After waiting two years for a partner, I wouldn’t change this experience for anything.”
Jamie also paid his tributes, stating: “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