The Morning Star, Britain's radical left-wing newspaper, has launched a scathing attack on Strictly Come Dancing favourite Layton Williams, throwing petrol on the already blazing controversy surrounding the actor's dance experience.
In a remarkably pointed editorial that's set social media alight, the publication appeared to take a direct swipe at Williams' professional background, suggesting the competition had abandoned its traditional format for something entirely different.
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The unexpected intervention from the communist-aligned newspaper comes after weeks of mounting viewer complaints about Williams' previous dance training. The Everybody's Talking About Jamie star has faced persistent accusations of having an 'unfair advantage' throughout the current series.
While the Morning Star didn't mention Williams by name, their target seemed unmistakably clear to readers familiar with the ongoing Strictly controversy.
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The newspaper's comments have ignited fresh debate across Twitter and Facebook, with Strictly fans divided into two clear camps. Many viewers have echoed the Morning Star's sentiments, claiming the competition has lost its way.
"The whole point of Strictly was watching celebrities with two left feet transform into dancers," one frustrated viewer commented. "When you bring in someone who's already trained, it defeats the entire purpose."
However, Williams' defenders have been equally vocal, arguing that his background in theatre dance doesn't automatically translate to ballroom perfection.
Strictly's Ongoing Professional Background Debate
This isn't the first time Strictly has faced criticism over contestants' prior experience. The show has previously featured stars with dance backgrounds, including actress Kara Tointon and Ore Oduba, both of whom went on to lift the Glitterball Trophy.
BBC representatives have consistently defended the casting choices, emphasising that the competition requires celebrities to master completely new dance styles each week, regardless of their starting point.
As the controversy continues to dominate Strictly discussions, all eyes will be on the upcoming weekend's performances to see if Williams can dance his way through the criticism and win over the remaining sceptics.
