Strictly Come Dancing has been plunged into another controversy as viewers cry 'fix' following drag queen La Voix's devastatingly low scores during Saturday's Movie Week special.
The popular performer, whose real name is Christopher Dennis, found himself at the bottom of the leaderboard after his Pirates of the Caribbean-themed Cha Cha Cha failed to impress the judges, earning a meagre 19 points out of 40.
Judges' Scathing Criticism Sparks Outrage
Head judge Shirley Ballas delivered particularly harsh feedback, telling the 35-year-old entertainer: "I felt like you were stomping around the deck of the ship rather than dancing." Her comments, combined with Craig Revel Horwood's characteristically blunt assessment, left La Voix visibly shaken and fighting back tears.
Viewers took to social media in droves to express their fury, with many accusing the BBC production of deliberately undermining the drag performer. One fan tweeted: "This is an absolute fix! La Voix brought more entertainment in 90 seconds than some have all series."
Production Under Fire
This isn't the first time Strictly has faced 'fix' allegations this season. Critics point to several factors that suggest preferential treatment towards certain contestants:
- Questionable song and dance style allocations
- Inconsistent judging standards between competitors
- Suspect camera work and editing during performances
La Voix's supporters argue that his Cha Cha Cha was set up for failure from the start, with an inappropriate song choice and challenging choreography that didn't play to his strengths.
What's Next for the Competition?
With the dance-off looming, all eyes will be on Sunday's results show to see if La Voix can survive another week. The growing controversy threatens to overshadow what should have been a celebratory Movie Week, leaving producers with a significant public relations challenge.
As the debate rages online, one thing is clear: Strictly Come Dancing's reputation for fair competition is hanging in the balance, and viewers are watching closer than ever.
