BBC Strictly

2024 - 9 - 28

When Strictly Turns Strictly Distracting: Behind the Scenes of BBC's Fabulously Chaotic Show!

BBC - Claudia Winkleman - dance-off - entertainment news - Nick Knowles - reality TV drama - Strictly Come Dancing - Tess Daly - Toyah Wilcox

From Tess and Claudia's 'distracting' outfits to hidden pains in performances, dive into the delightful chaos that is Strictly Come Dancing!

This week’s episode of BBC’s favourite dance-off, Strictly Come Dancing, was nothing short of dazzling, with the ever-charismatic Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman back at the helm. However, it appears that the pair's flamboyant outfits stole the limelight from the dancers, leaving viewers distracted. Social media was ablaze with comments as fans speculated whether they were watching the show for the dancing or the hosts’ over-the-top sartorial choices. As if that wasn't enough, the hosts’ Instagram posts created a hype before the show, with Claudia teasingly hinting at her outfit, which resulted in a sea of anticipation from followers.

Meanwhile, Nick Knowles, despite nursing an injury and only 16 hours of preparation, wowed the judges with his American smooth foxtrot. Audiences were on the edge of their seats, watching him push through the pain. However, the performance left many concerned as they speculated about his health during the dance, leading to a flurry of tweets echoing their worried sentiments. With the night’s scoring heat, JB Gill and Amy Dowden had previously set the stage on fire, topping the leaderboard with a staggering score of 31, ensuring the competition is no walk in the park.

This temptation of titillating distractions continued as viewers issued complaints not long after the show started, stating they missed what is usually a grand entrance. It seems fans are not shy about voicing their thoughts, taking to platforms like X to express their opinions on everything from dance numbers to their favourite outfits. Tess and Claudia’s fashion choices sparked polarising opinions; while some adored their glamorous look, others felt it was simply too much, leaving everyone wondering what else might happen in the next live performances.

Yet, amidst the chaos, Claudia Winkleman shared a more personal note about her past struggles, hinting at the flashbacks of a horrific incident involving her daughter that have stayed with her. Balancing personal revelations and professional duties shows the relatable side of the presenters amidst the glitz and glamour. As audiences tune in, one must also remember that the magic of Strictly lies not just in flawless performances but also in the unique personalities behind the scenes.

In the world of dance competitions, Strictly Come Dancing had its inaugural season in 2004, and it continues to capture hearts across the UK, making it an iconic part of Saturday night TV. Interestingly, Claudia Winkleman is known for her unique fashion sense and has been a beloved figure on the show for years, contributing to its light-hearted and entertaining atmosphere. Stay tuned, as with every passing week, the sparkle only gets more intense!

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers find Tess and Claudia 'distracting' (Devon Live)

Presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman took on their regular hosting duties on Saturday night following last week's successful first show of the series.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Claudia Winkleman's behind-the ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Ready to take the helm of another Strictly evening on BBC One, Claudia Winkleman took to Instagram to reveal her outfit for the night in a cryptic post.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans spot Nick Knowles' hidden pain as ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Despite being injured and only having 16 hours to prepare his American smooth foxtrot, Nick Knowles managed to impress Strictly judges.

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BBC Strictly fans distracted by Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daley's ... (Daily Express)

Strictly Come Dancing is back tonight with a bang, with JB Gill and Amy Dowden topping the leader board last week with an impressive score of 31.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly's daily diet and 20 ... (Birmingham Live)

The Strictly Come Dancing host started off her career as a model, and appears to be aging backwards at age 55.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers ask 'what is going on' after ... (Manchester Evening News)

Fans of the BBC dance contest were left confused moments after the live show kicked off.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans slam Tess Daly but defend Claudia ... (Birmingham Live)

Strictly Come Dancing fans rushed to Twitter, now X, to have their say over the pair's outfits as they hosted the BBC show.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Claudia Winkleman suffers horrific ... (Birmingham Live)

The much-loved TV presenter said the flashbacks 'come at you like a bull' after a terrifying incident with her daughter.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Nick Knowles issues health update as ... (Liverpool Echo)

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were concerned at the end of Nick Knowles' performance. The DIY SOS presenter's preparation for this week's dance suffered a ...

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers issue complaint just minutes ... (Scottish Daily Record)

Punters complained after the BBC failed to include a grand entrance on the second live show.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans say it's 'obvious' who will go home ... (Gloucestershire Live)

Strictly Come Dancing fans have predicted that Toyah Wilcox will be the first celebrity to leave the competition after she performed the Jive in week two.

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Strictly Spoiler leaks and leaves viewers 'kinda shocked' after ... (Birmingham Live)

Every week, BBC insiders leak the information over who is sent home in the pre-recorded results show - and week one's result has shocked fans.

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Strictly Come Dancing spoiler leaks BBC result shocker as hotly ... (ChronicleLive)

The first couple to be voted off Strictly Come Dancing 2024 has been leaked, with this week's spoiler leaving fans fuming, with the judges firmly under fire ...

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans 'disgusted' as leaked spoiler ... (Manchester Evening News)

The result of the first dance-off and elimination has been leaked and left fans fuming.

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Strictly Come Dancing result leaked as fans 'genuinely stunned' at ... (Daily Star)

The dreaded Strictly Come Dancing dance-off is filmed straight after Saturday night's BBC live show and bosses try to keep the elimination results under ...

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Strictly Come Dancing fans think Toyah Wilcox is out after spotting ... (Devon Live)

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans think Toyah Wilcox will be going home tomorrow after they spotted "tension" between her and Neil Jones.

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Leaked Strictly spoiler enrages fans who fume 'I've never been more ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left speechless after discovering who this year's first celebrity exit was after a spoiler was leaked online.

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Strictly Come Dancing star dealt huge blow ahead of first exit on ... (Daily Express)

The first Strictly Come Dancing contestant will be departing the show during Sunday night's results show.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans 'furious' as first elimination is ... (Devon Live)

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left fuming after the first couple to be voted off the BBC show was reportedly leaked online, with viewers branding the ...

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Strictly Come Dancing spoiler sparks same complaint to BBC over ... (Daily Express)

The first elimination will be shown tonight but fans are already saying the same thing after the spoiler leaked.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans 'disgusted' as leaked spoiler ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

The result of the first dance-off and elimination has been leaked and left fans fuming.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers ask 'what is going on' after ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Fans of the BBC dance contest were left confused moments after the live show kicked off.

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More woes for Strictly as fans blast BBC show's latest decision (Metro)

Strictly Come Dancing is facing a new set of problems as fans share the same complaint following the first real episode of the competition.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers issue 'cancel' demand after ... (Manchester Evening News)

One viewer of the hit BBC One dance contest said it was 'despicable'

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Strictly Spoiler leaves viewers 'p***ed off' and 'giving up' on BBC show (Birmingham Live)

Viewers have spoken out on Twitter, now X, over the leaked result from Saturday night's Results Show.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans 'feel sick' over moment branded ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Fans were left 'begging' producers to stop after host Tess Daly and judge Craig Revel-Horwood's cringeworthy moment made some viewers say it was the 'last ...

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Strictly Come Dancing result: Tom Dean and Toyah Willcox face first ... (BBC News)

Two contestants faced the first dreaded dance-off in front of the judges to decide their fate.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing viewers issue 'cancel' demand after ... (Yahoo Weather UK)

One viewer of the hit BBC One dance contest said it was 'despicable'

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing star says 'you don't need to win' after first ... (Manchester Evening News)

The Olympic swimmer and the professional dancer become the first couple to be eliminated from the competition this year following a dance-off against Toyah ...

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing 'fix' row erupts as first elimination sparks ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left less than impressed on Sunday night as the first celebrity to leave the BBC competition was announced following a ...

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing hit with 'sexism' row after first dance off ... (Daily Express)

BBC's Strictly Come Dancing has been hit with a 'sexism' row after the first elimination of the 2024 series.

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