Fans of Strictly Come Dancing are up in arms after this week’s episode, accusing the show of being a “fix” when a contestant deemed by many as “awful” managed to escape the dreaded dance-off. The shocking result left viewers baffled and furious, sparking a flurry of heated discussions on social media.
The drama unfolded during Sunday night’s elimination, where many expected the underperforming star to be in the bottom two after delivering a lackluster routine that judges slammed as “awkward and uninspired.” Despite scoring near the bottom of the leaderboard, the celebrity inexplicably dodged the danger zone, leaving fans questioning whether votes were truly reflective of the audience’s preferences.
Twitter erupted with outrage as users branded the result “unbelievable” and accused the producers of manipulating the outcome for entertainment value. One fan tweeted, “There’s no way they got enough votes to stay! The judges’ scores were clear, and the public wouldn’t have saved them.” Another chimed in, “Strictly has officially turned into a soap opera instead of a dance competition.”
While the controversial contestant appeared relieved, the unexpected outcome came at a cost, as two other couples—both praised for their effort and improvement—faced off for survival. Many fans expressed frustration over the “unfairness,” claiming the show is prioritizing drama over dance talent.
Adding fuel to the fire, some speculated that the contestant’s massive social media following might have tipped the scales, despite their performance being widely criticized. A few fans defended the star, arguing that personality and likeability often play a big role in public votes.
The show’s producers have yet to respond to the backlash, but the uproar has left Strictly under scrutiny once again. With tensions high and the competition heating up, it’s anyone’s guess whether the controversial contestant will manage to silence critics—or continue to spark outrage in the weeks to come.
Stay tuned for next week’s episode, where fans will undoubtedly watch with eagle eyes to see if the “fix” accusations hold water—or if this star will finally face the music.