BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers say Angela Scanlon 'screwed over' after spotting 'tears'
05.11.2023 - 14:45
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Strictly Come Dancing viewers have been left furious on Angela Scanlon's behalf as they claimed she had been 'screwed over' during her latest appearance in the ballroom. The Irish TV presenter was back on Saturday night (November 4) after making it through to week seven of the BBC One dance contest with dancer Carlos Gu.
Angela and Carlos delivered an energetic samba to Ain’t It Funny by Jennifer Lopez during the latest live show. During the performance Angela donned a red flamenco-style dress with a black corset and detailing while her partner sported a black and white polka dot shirt.
But despite their best efforts, the pair only landed a score of 27 leaving them joint bottom of the leader board with actor Adam Thomas and his professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk.
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After the performance, Angela admitted the dance took her out of her comfort zone as being dressed sexy is “frowned upon” in her hometown of Ratoath.
Giving feedback, Motsi Mabuse said she loved her lines and personality, but said her upper body was bent too far backwards – which threw off some other movements. Craig Revel Horwood also noted that her top and bottom halves were “disconnected”, but felt her energy was “incredible”.
But some fans thought the song choice coupled with Angela's outfit didn't help her in her latest quest for success on the dance floor and flocked to social media to make that point.
One asked: ""Why have wardrobe given Angela Scanlon a Paso Doble frock for a Samba? #Strictly." Another complained: "Terrible music for Angela Scanlon again,