Strictly's Grandest Night Arrives in Blackpool
The glitterball is heading north as Strictly Come Dancing 2025 reaches its spectacular seaside milestone. After nine thrilling weeks of competition, the remaining celebrity-professional pairs have made the 230-mile journey to the hallowed home of ballroom dancing: the world-famous Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
This evening's live show represents one of the most anticipated events in the entire Strictly calendar, where dancers dream of performing on the legendary sprung floor. The pressure is immense, with the iconic 158-metre Blackpool Tower itself serving as a towering reminder of the heights they must reach.
Leaderboard Shake-up and Dance-off Drama
The competition enters this pivotal stage following significant developments last weekend. Amber Davies spectacularly claimed the top spot on the leaderboard for the first time in six weeks, earning an impressive 38 points for her dramatic paso doble.
Meanwhile, the dance-off saw Balvinder Sopal triumph over Vicky Pattison, who was unfortunately eliminated from the competition. Now the surviving couples face their biggest challenge yet under the glittering chandeliers of Blackpool.
How to Follow the Blackpool Extravaganza
The show begins at 6.45pm on BBC One, having been slightly shortened from its originally scheduled 6.35pm start time. Our live coverage will commence at 6.15pm, bringing you comprehensive build-up, rolling analysis throughout the performance, immediate reaction to the scores, and plenty of Blackpool-themed entertainment.
As always, tonight's judges' scores will combine with the public vote to determine which two couples face the dreaded dance-off during Sunday night's results show. With the spectacular setting inspiring exceptional performances, could we witness a stunning seaside surprise?
So settle in for an unforgettable evening of sequins, sparkle and sensational footwork as Strictly Come Dancing brings its magic to the coast. The Tower Ballroom awaits its next champions.
