We're now officially nine weeks into Strictly Come Dancing and it's now time for what we've all been waiting for. This weekend's show marks the BBC One dance contest's return to Blackpool as per the show's annual tradition.
29.10.2023 - 12:11 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A 'side plot' to the usual Strictly Come Dancing proceedings has been spotted by fans - and it involves Claudia Winkleman. The presenter was back fronting the show on Saturday night (October 28) alongside Tess Daly.
The pair brought an extra dash of glamour to the ballroom as the show went all out for its annual Halloween special. Tess wore a long-sleeved sparkly red dress, which she teamed with red heels, whilst Claudia stunned in a black gown which cinched in at the waist and boasted exaggerate sleeves.
But as the show got underway, Claudia was once again found with the couples and the other professional dancers in the 'Claudatorium'. And those watching the action unfold at home couldn't help but notice her latest nod to one of the celebrity contestant's son.
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It has become a running joke for Claudia to make a fuss of Krishnan Guru-Murthy's son, Jay, being in the audience after it was revealed at the start of the competition that he didn't want to attend the live show and see his dad dance with his dance partner Lauren Oakley.
But Jay hasn't been able to stay away for weeks and has been singled out by Claudia each time. After Channel 4 news presenter Krishnan and dancer Lauren performed a Viennese waltz as Jekyll and Hyde in a dance which looked “menacing”, according to presenter Tess Daly, they headed to chat to Claudia and wait for their scores.
This week, after sporting a 'Hello Jay' top last weekend, Claudia was seen surrounded by a number of the show's cast holding up Jay masks to their face. The teen could be seen giggling alongside his mum in the
We're now officially nine weeks into Strictly Come Dancing and it's now time for what we've all been waiting for. This weekend's show marks the BBC One dance contest's return to Blackpool as per the show's annual tradition.
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Tess Daly has said she is 'in bits' as she shared her thanks to those supporting her husband Vernon Kay in his epic challenge before she watched him break down in tears. BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon is halfway through his exhausting challenge to help raise cash for Children In Need.
Angela Rippon has asked fans to 'wish her luck' as she broke her silence after being saved on Strictly Come Dancing sparked outrage. Fans of the BBC One dance contest last saw the veteran broadcaster in the ballroom over the weekend.
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Krishnan Guru-Murphy left himself and his dance partner in tears as they spoke for the first time about their Strictly Come Dancing exit. The Channel 4 News presenter was the seventh celebrity to leave the BBC One dance contest over the weekend.
Fans have been left with the same observation as Ryan Thomas shared a sweet family snap alongside his brothers, twins Adam and Scott. The trio were able to spend a wholesome day together with their families following Adam's exit from Strictly Come Dancing.
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Strictly Come Dancing viewers said 'we don't need to be reminded' just minutes into Saturday night's show as they were distracted by a constant reference.
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Zara McDermott was left 'sobbing' as she tuned in to watch Strictly Come Dancing following her exit. Saturday night's show marked the first time the former Love Island star hasn't competed in the ballroom after being given the boot following last show's Halloween special.
Strictly Come Dancing fans 'start a petition' as they spotted the latest move in a 'battle' which they joked is 'raging on' on the sidelines. And it means they don't want Krishnan Guru-Murphy to leave. The BBC One dance contest returned to screens on Saturday night (November 4) with the nine remaining couples taking it in turns to perform their latest routines.
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.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were distracted within seconds of week seven of the competition getting underway as they flocked to comment on one of the judge's outfits. The BBC One dance contest returned to screens on Saturday night (November 4) with the hosts confirming they've now reached the halfway mark.