Strictly Come Dancing contestant John Nellis surprised himself by making it to Halloween Week, but viewers were distracted by his leather trousers during his performance with Katya Jones. Despite receiving a high score from the judges, John discussed leaving the competition and admitted he was "surprised" to still be in the show.
Fans React to John's Outfit
Social media users were quick to comment on John's snug leather trousers. One fan wrote, "What a pair of trousers!" Another said, "John in your leather trousers. Phwoar," while a third added, "He's certainly wearing those trousers well."
Someone else commented, "Can’t go wrong with a leather shirt #strictly," and another echoed, "I can't stop looking at John in those leather trousers." One fan tweeted, "Thank you #Strictly wardrobe for those trousers."
Bookmakers' Predictions for the 2026 Series
Since the series began, bookmakers have been sharing their thoughts on who will win the 2026 series and who will be eliminated each week. Last week, Shaun Wright-Phillips and Alexis Warr became the fourth couple to leave the competition after losing to Jaime Winstone and Carlos Gu in the dance-off. Their departure followed the exits of Chris Appleton, Melanie Walters and Sarah Storey.
The frontrunner for the title has shifted considerably since the series launched. Initially, Dani Dyer was tipped to take the crown, before EastEnders actress Lacey Turner emerged as the one to beat. While Delta Goodrem remains in contention to reach the final, it appears the Glitterball Trophy may elude her, with Tabby Stoecker currently the bookmakers' favourite at odds of 11/8. Lacey Turner is close behind at 7/4, while Delta trails at 5/1.
Elimination Odds for This Weekend
The celebrity tipped to leave this weekend is actress Bethany Antonia with odds of 2/1. However, the bookmakers indicate several contestants could face elimination, with Jaime Winstone, Cach Mercer and Lawrence Robb closely positioned behind in Betway's next departure odds, meaning they could all miss out on making the Strictly final.
Speaking on the latest markets, Betway's Lewis stated, "Bethany Antonia may well be the favourite for elimination going into week six of Strictly Come Dancing, but there wouldn't be much between her, Jaime, Cach and Lawrence in the betting, and all four of them will feel they are at risk of elimination this weekend."
Strictly Come Dancing returns on Sunday at 7.10pm on BBC One.
