The glitterball is spinning once more as Strictly Come Dancing returns with a brand new episode, bringing the remaining celebrities one step closer to the hallowed floor of the Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
A Devastating Pre-Show Blow
In a dramatic turn of events moments before the live broadcast began, one celebrity was dealt a crushing blow. According to the latest betting odds, EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal has been given a daunting 100/1 chance of being eliminated tonight. This would mean a heartbreaking exit just before the iconic Blackpool special.
Hot on her heels in the danger zone are Harry Aikines-Aryeetey with odds of 50/1 and La Voix at 40/1 to face the dreaded dance-off. The stakes have never been higher, with a coveted spot in the Blackpool week hanging in the balance for the nine remaining couples.
Last Week's Emotional Farewell
The competition is still reeling from last week's emotional Halloween exit. The show bid a tearful goodbye to Ellie Goldstein and her professional partner Vito Coppola.
Host Tess Daly commended Vito, stating, "Everyone behind the scenes, everyone in front of the camera, everyone at home, can see what an incredible partnership you have had with Ellie and just how much it means to you."
Vito shared a heartfelt message with Ellie, telling her, "I’ve never had a little sister but I always wanted one. Now, I have you and you’re my little sister forever." Ellie, reflecting on her journey, added, "I’ve enjoyed it so much! He is a kind person and all I wanted from day one."
This Week's Dances Revealed
With the spooky season behind them, the couples are preparing for a new set of challenges. Tonight's lineup promises a spectacular array of dances as the stars fight for survival.
The full list of performances for this week includes:
- Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Paso Doble
- Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Couple's Choice
- George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Vienesse Waltz
- Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - Samba
- Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Charleston
- La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - Foxtrot
- Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Cha Cha
- Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - Tango
- Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Salsa
As the competition intensifies, hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are back to guide viewers through the evening's drama. The pressure is mounting, with every step on the dancefloor crucial for securing a ticket to Blackpool.
