Strictly Come Dancing has once again shaken up the competition with a stunning announcement poised to change the game. Following a dramatic results show where no celebrity was sent home after La Voix’s unexpected injury-induced withdrawal, the show is raising the stakes with a brand-new challenge.
During Sunday night’s episode at Blackpool, hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman revealed a fresh and daring twist: the remaining six celebrities—Alex Kingston, George Clarke, Amber Davies, Karen Carney, Lewis Cope, and Balvinder Sopal—will face an ‘instant dance’ next week. This segment will require contestants and their professional partners to perform a dance style they have previously mastered, but with a catch—they won’t know the chosen style or accompanying music until moments before taking the stage.
The celebrities' fate was sealed in a suspenseful envelope draw from a disco ball, intensifying the anticipation. Although the dance styles aren’t new to the contestants, dancing on the spot without rehearsal or prior notification has left many feeling understandably anxious.
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Fans took to social media to share their reactions, with one viewer calling the challenge “absolutely terrifying,” while another anticipated it could be “an absolute car crash,” yet thrilling to watch. The buzz indicates that this instant dance segment promises pure, unfiltered entertainment and unpredictable results.
All six celebrities will perform both the instant dance and their regular routines next weekend. The episode will air Saturday at 6:35 pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, promising a night of excitement and surprise for Strictly fans.