Strictly Come Dancing 2022 RECAP — Fans fuming as celeb favourite forced to fight for survival AGAIN in tense dance off
STRICTLY fans were left fuming on Saturday as Molly Rainford faced the dance-off for the FOURTH time.
Viewers were left baffled after the public decidedand would face and Graziano Di Prima for the dreaded dance-off.
It was ultimately Kym And that the judges sent home, but fans rushed to social media to ask why Molly was in the bottom two with her.
One fan fumed: "I can't believe that Molly Rainford and Carlos are in the dance-off again. She scored 38/40 her best dance of the series so far. S he was incredible last night. I don't know why the public don't vote for her she is amazing", while another tweeted: "#Strictly how is Molly in the bottom? She danced her a** off!"
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Claudia Winkleman in line to get her own chat show
Strictly host Claudia Winkleman is in line to get her own BBC chat show.
The presenter, 50, has filmed a pilot of The Claudia Winkleman Show with So Television, the team behind Graham Norton's hit series.
It comes as her BBC1 psychological reality series The Traitors has been recommissioned for a second series, to be filmed in the spring.
A TV source said: "Claudia is fast becoming one of the most popular presenters on the Beeb.
"Her chat show pilot went down a storm with execs and there is a lot of buzz about it already. She has a razor-sharp wit and knows everyone in the industry, so she'd be perfect."
Credit: David Cummings - The Sun Final Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special celeb revealed…
TV presenter George Webster from Leeds is the sixth and final celebrity confirmed for the Christmas special.
The 22-year-old recently made history when he became the first presenter on CBeebies with Down Syndrome.
The Mencap ambassador, who will be paired with pro Amy Dowden. said: “I love Strictly and have watched it every year.
“I’ve always dreamed of being on the show one year and I’m so excited to be on this year’s Christmas Special!
“To be partnered with Amy is such an honour, we get on so well, she’s so lovely and an amazing dancer. Bring on the glitter and everything else. I can’t wait to perform on the Strictly dancefloor.”
Who is in the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2022 line-up?
It's that time of year once again when the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special returns.
The line-up for the yuletide edition of the show has been revealed.
Here's who will be taking part:
- Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts
- Actor Larry Lamb
- Radio 1 DJ Rickie Haywood-Williams
- Podcast star Rosie Ramsey
- Corrie star Alexandra Mardell
- CBeebies presenter George Webster
How Strictly helped Molly Rainford
Molly Rainford is the youngest celeb in this year’s Strictly, however, she explained how the show helped her to grow from a girl into a woman.
She said: “Strictly is definitely bringing out a different side in me, but it was tricky not feeling awkward about being that sensual and feminine.
“Of course, it was important that this dance was more than a sexy rumba — we also wanted to show this romantic story and the passionate side of us.
“But it was great to show the adult side of me and not just be the kid of the competition.”
Strictly fans notice worrying trend for this professional dancer
Eagle-eyed Strictly fans have picked up on a concerning trend for one of the show’s professional dancers.
The Strictly Come Dancing star in question is Graziano Di Prima, 28, who, alongside his partner Kym Marsh, was evicted on Saturday night after they spent the previous week off with Covid
Shockingly, this isn’t the first time this exact occurrence has happened to Graziano, and the similarities don’t end there.
One fan took to Reddit to say: “History repeats itself for Graz. Last year he stayed a week out of the competition because his partnership got covid, and when they came back they were eliminated. The same happened this year. And both dances had something to do with the 80s.”
One then commented: “And both were Cha-Chas,” as a third mused: “Has he been out on a Cha Cha every time? Vick Hope was a Cha Cha too.”
A fan then added: “Yeah I believe so – he should just do it in Week 1 so he can’t be eliminated!”
When is Strictly next on TV?
The remaining five couples will take to the dancefloor this week as the show hits the semi-finals stage.
Strictly Come Dancing will air live on Sunday, December 10 at 7.15pm on BBC One.
Strictly Come Dancing returns this weekCredit: Eroteme All of Friday’s scores ahead of the Semi-Final
Ahead of this week's big show, here are all of last week’s scores as Kym Marsh was sent home by the judges.
Will and Helen were matched with 39 points each, while Kym failed to impress the judges.
- Will Mellor and Nancy Xu (9+10+10+10) = 39
- Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez (9+10+10+10) = 39
- Molly Rainford and Carlos Gu (9+10+10+9) = 38
- Fleur East and Vito Coppola (9+10+9+10) = 38
- Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal (9+9+9+9) = 36
- Kym Marsh and Graziano Di Prima (8+9+9+8) = 34
Jake Humphrey hails Helen Skelton following stunning Strictly performance
Podcast host and sports presenter Jake Humphrey took to Twitter yesterday to hail Helen Skelton following her top-scoring Strictly performance on Friday.
He said: “With everything this amazing friend has been through, to be showing her strength, composure and skill on bbcstrictly is INCREDIBLE.
“Regardless of the dancing (which is amazing) she’s my winner, & should be yours too.
“A powerful, wonderful Mum.”
Who’s left on Strictly?
Hello Strictly fans, we get you might be devastated because fan-favourite Kym Marsh left the show on Saturday night.
But let’s look forward to see the other contestants dance it off to the final, who are:
- Will Mellor and Nancy Xu
- Molly Rainford and Carlos Gu
- Fleur East and Vito Coppola
- Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal
- Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez
Looking back on Kym’s emotional goodbye speech
Kym Marsh said a heartfelt goodbye to her Strictly journey on Saturday night.
Actress and presenter Marsh said: “My dad has been so proud and it’s kind of kept him going.
“When he was in hospital last week, and obviously we weren’t here, all these guys sent him videos and it meant such a lot.
“My grandchildren are so proud.”
Asked if she had any final words, Marsh added: “Honestly I’ve loved every single second that I’ve been here. I never thought I’d get to this stage in a million years.
“I have to say, it’s all down to this man (Di Prima) here, he is just wonderful and he will be my friend forever.
“But what a journey it’s been, this show is just wonderful, it shows you things about yourself you don’t know, it shows you how tough you can be.
“Everybody, the crew, the celebs, the pros, costume, make-up, everyone is amazing. I’ve had the best time, so thank you.”
Shirley Ballas reveals her countryside dream
Strictly icon Shirley Ballas has revealed that one day she dreams of living in the countryside and owning her own farm.
She said: “One day I’d like to get the welly boots on and go on to a farm and clean up the animals – no makeup, welly boots and a big over-Mac.
“People see me on Strictly all glammed up but really deep down inside I love all the activities that people would never expect I would love.
“My daughter-in-law, she would like nothing more than a big farm and lots of animals. She’s very much about nature, very much about the world and saving it.
”She’s just a fantastic human being and I would never say no to living on a farm.”
How to book tickets for The Strictly Live Tour 2023?
The Strictly Live Tour will be coming to a venue near you next year, and here’s how you can get your hands on some tickets.
If you’re hoping to attend, you can book tickets online at:
- Ticketmaster
- Ticket Zone
Ticket prices will vary depending on where you choose to sit in the arena.
Fans fume as Hamza is ‘under scored’ in Friday’s episode
Hamza scored an impressive 36/40 in Friday night’s episode, but some fans think it was too low.
One raged: “AGAIN, you lot have under scored Hamza.
“Too many times you lot under mark him, and you CANNOT convince me, out of time Molly (3rs since theatre school) was better than him.
“Stop it, and start giving him the scores.”
Another then wailed: “I am SOBBING AT Hamza!! That should have been straight 10s, surely? I feel like that response from the judges didn’t reflect their scores? #strictly.”
A third added: “I’ve gotta agree with this, I don’t often have an opinion on the judging, after all I know nothing technically, but almost switched off in annoyance after no 10’s for Hamza which as an amateur I thought easily matched Molly’s. #strictly.”
One then mused: “How did hamza get those comments from the judges and not get a single 10?? make it make sense #strictly.”
Helen Skelton gets in the Christmas spirit after Strictly success
Helen Skelton shared a relatable snap on Instagram over the weekend, following her impressive showing last Friday night.
Posing with her children by the fireplace, she said: “Tis the season to watch Home Alone 750 times.”
Helen topped the leaderboard alongside Will Mellor over the weekend, easing into the Strictly Semi-finals.
When is Strictly next on TV?
The remaining five couples will take to the dancefloor next week as the show hits the semi-finals stage.
StrictlyCome Dancing will air live on Sunday, December 10 at 7.15pm on BBC One.
The results show will follow on Monday, December 11.
You can also catch any missed episodes on the BBC iPlayer after they have been broadcast.
Final Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special celeb revealed…
TV presenter George Webster from Leeds is the sixth and final celebrity confirmed for the Christmas special.
The 22-year-old recently made history when he became the first presenter on CBeebies with Down Syndrome.
The Mencap ambassador, who will be paired with pro Amy Dowden. said: “I love Strictly and have watched it every year.
“I’ve always dreamed of being on the show one year and I’m so excited to be on this year’s Christmas Special!
“To be partnered with Amy is such an honour, we get on so well, she’s so lovely and an amazing dancer. Bring on the glitter and everything else. I can’t wait to perform on the Strictly dancefloor.”
Strictly fans notice worrying trend for this professional dancer
Eagle-eyed Strictly fans have picked up on a concerning trend for one of the show's professional dancers.
The Strictly Come Dancing star in question is Graziano Di Prima, 28, who, alongside his partner Kym Marsh, was evicted last night after they spent the previous week off with Covid
Shockingly, this isn't the first time this exact occurrence has happened to Graziano, and the similarities don't end there.
One fan took to Reddit to say: "History repeats itself for Graz. Last year he stayed a week out of the competition because his partnership got covid, and when they came back they were eliminated. The same happened this year. And both dances had something to do with the 80s."
One then commented: "And both were Cha-Chas," as a third mused: "Has he been out on a Cha Cha every time? Vick Hope was a Cha Cha too."
A fan then added: "Yeah I believe so - he should just do it in Week 1 so he can’t be eliminated!"
Jake Humphrey hails Helen Skelton following stunning Strictly performance
Podcast host and sports presenter Jake Humphrey took to Twitter today to hail Helen Skelton following her top-scoring Strictly performance on Friday.
He said: "With everything this amazing friend has been through, to be showing her strength, composure and skill on bbcstrictly is INCREDIBLE.
"Regardless of the dancing (which is amazing) she’s my winner, & should be yours too.
"A powerful, wonderful Mum."
Who’s left on Strictly?
Good evening Strictly fans, we get you might be devastated because fan-favourite Kym Marsh left the show last night.
But let’s look forward to see the other contestants dance it off to the final, who are:
- Will Mellor and Nancy Xu
- Molly Rainford and Carlos Gu
- Fleur East and Vito Coppola
- Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal
- Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez
Looking back on Kym's emotional goodbye speech
Kym Marsh said a heartfelt goodbye to her Strictly journey last night.
Actress and presenter Marsh said: “My dad has been so proud and it’s kind of kept him going.
“When he was in hospital last week, and obviously we weren’t here, all these guys sent him videos and it meant such a lot.
“My grandchildren are so proud.”
Asked if she had any final words, Marsh added: “Honestly I’ve loved every single second that I’ve been here. I never thought I’d get to this stage in a million years.
“I have to say, it’s all down to this man (Di Prima) here, he is just wonderful and he will be my friend forever.
“But what a journey it’s been, this show is just wonderful, it shows you things about yourself you don’t know, it shows you how tough you can be.
“Everybody, the crew, the celebs, the pros, costume, make-up, everyone is amazing. I’ve had the best time, so thank you.”
Shirley Ballas reveals her countryside dream
Strictly icon Shirley Ballas has revealed that one day she dreams of living in the countryside and owning her own farm.
She said: “One day I’d like to get the welly boots on and go on to a farm and clean up the animals - no makeup, welly boots and a big over-Mac.
“People see me on Strictly all glammed up but really deep down inside I love all the activities that people would never expect I would love.
“My daughter-in-law, she would like nothing more than a big farm and lots of animals. She’s very much about nature, very much about the world and saving it.
”She’s just a fantastic human being and I would never say no to living on a farm.”
How to book tickets for The Strictly Live Tour 2023?
The Strictly Live Tour will be coming to a venue near you next year, and here’s how you can get your hands on some tickets.
If you’re hoping to attend, you can book tickets online at:
- Ticketmaster
- Ticket Zone
Ticket prices will vary depending on where you choose to sit in the arena.
Fans fume as Hamza is 'under scored' in Friday's episode
Hamza scored an impressive 36/40 in Friday night's episode, but some fans think it was too low.
One raged: "AGAIN, you lot have under scored Hamza.
"Too many times you lot under mark him, and you CANNOT convince me, out of time Molly (3rs since theatre school) was better than him.
"Stop it, and start giving him the scores."
Another then wailed: "I am SOBBING AT Hamza!! That should have been straight 10s, surely? I feel like that response from the judges didn’t reflect their scores? #strictly."
A third added: "I've gotta agree with this, I don't often have an opinion on the judging, after all I know nothing technically, but almost switched off in annoyance after no 10's for Hamza which as an amateur I thought easily matched Molly's. #strictly."
One then mused: "How did hamza get those comments from the judges and not get a single 10?? make it make sense #strictly."
Helen Skelton gets in the Christmas spirit after Strictly success
Helen Skelton shared a relatable snap on Instagram this weekend, following her impressive showing on Friday night.
Posing with her children by the fireplace, she said: "Tis the season to watch Home Alone 750 times."
Helen topped the leaderboard alongside Will Mellor this weekend, easing into the Strictly Semi-finals.