Get ready for some Strictly Come Dancing drama! The first elimination of 2025 has shocked fans and judges alike.
Thomas Skinner, a familiar face from The Apprentice, has bid farewell to the dance floor after a unanimous decision by the judges. In a tense dance-off against rugby star Chris Robshaw, Thomas and his partner Amy Dowden gave it their all, performing an energetic salsa to 'Bonkers'. But here's where it gets controversial: the judges, including Head Judge Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, and Craig Revel Horwood, all agreed to save Chris and his partner Nadiya.
Reflecting on his journey, Thomas shared, "I've had a blast! It's been a short ride, but Amy's incredible. I've never danced before, but I had a great time." Amy, who had to withdraw from the 2023 series due to health reasons, praised Thomas for his friendship and support, saying, "I've made a lifelong friend in him. He brought back my confidence as a dancer."
And this is the part most people miss: the judges' scores from this week, combined with the first live show and Saturday's viewer votes, determined the fate of the bottom two couples. With everyone in agreement, Chris and Nadiya advanced to the next round.
But what do you think? Was it a fair decision? Should the judges' opinions carry more weight than the public vote? Or is it time to shake things up and give the audience more say? Let's discuss in the comments!
As for the leaderboard, Amber Davies stole the show, celebrating her birthday and topping the charts with a combined score of 56. Doctor Who's Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe also impressed, scoring 31 points on Saturday. Movie Week is just around the corner, and we can't wait to see what surprises the remaining contestants have in store!
