Strictly Come Dancing viewers were treated to one of the most memorable moments in the show's history as Good Morning Britain's entertainment correspondent Ross King took to the ballroom floor in spectacular fashion.
A blast from the past
Dressed head-to-toe as Thunderbirds character Virgil Tracy, complete with the iconic blue uniform and yellow sash, King delivered a routine that had both the studio audience and viewers at home in absolute stitches.
The entertainment reporter, known for his Hollywood updates on the ITV morning show, proved he's not afraid to embrace the ridiculous for Strictly's annual special segment.
Judges left speechless
The judging panel, including the notoriously hard-to-please Craig Revel Horwood, struggled to maintain their composure as King moved across the floor with robotic precision, perfectly capturing the mechanical movements of the classic Supermarionation character.
Shirley Ballas was seen wiping tears of laughter from her eyes, while Motsi Mabuse applauded the sheer entertainment value of the performance.
Social media explosion
Within minutes of the routine airing, social media platforms were flooded with reactions from delighted viewers. One Twitter user wrote: "Ross King as a Thunderbird on Strictly is the content I didn't know I needed tonight!"
Another commented: "This is why I love Strictly - where else would you see a respected journalist dressed as a 1960s puppet character dancing the cha-cha?"
FAB-tastic entertainment
The Thunderbirds theme extended beyond just the costume, with the production team recreating elements of Tracy Island in the background and incorporating the classic Thunderbirds theme music into the routine.
King, who maintains his role as GMB's Los Angeles correspondent, demonstrated impressive commitment to the character, maintaining the stiff-armed walk and serious expression synonymous with the International Rescue team member throughout the entire performance.
The segment has already been dubbed one of the most entertaining moments of the current series, proving that sometimes on Strictly Come Dancing, it's not about the technical perfection but the pure joy and entertainment value that wins over the audience.
