September 29th 2024.
The excitement was palpable as the 20th anniversary series of Strictly Come Dancing kicked off with a bang. Fans were glued to their screens, eagerly anticipating the first elimination. And now, the moment has arrived - the first couple to leave the dance floor has been announced.
It was a shock result, as Olympic swimmer Tom Dean and his partner Nadiya Bychkova were eliminated after facing Toyah Willcox and Neil Jones in the dance-off. Despite their energetic cha cha to Boogie Wonderland, the judges ultimately voted to save Toyah and Neil, who wowed with their jive to Nutbush City Limits.
The competition got off to a shaky start, with some drama off the dance floor and complaints from viewers about lacklustre outfits. But as they say, the show must go on. And go on it did, with an impressive performance from the judges and professionals to Prince's hit song When Doves Cry.
Although Tom and Nadiya won't be returning to dance another week, they both expressed their gratitude for the experience. Tom, in particular, had a fantastic time working with Nadiya and wishes they could have done more dances together. Nadiya also praised her celebrity partner, calling him a true gentleman and a hard worker.
After their elimination, Nadiya took to social media to share her sadness, with a cryptic caption that left fans wondering about the details of their departure. But they were not alone in their disappointment - fellow dancers and fans flooded the comments with messages of support.
Some viewers were left scratching their heads over the judges' decision, with many feeling that Tom had more potential and deserved to stay. Even former contestant Dan Walker weighed in, expressing his shock and confusion over the outcome. But ultimately, it was Shirley Ballas who cast the deciding vote, saving Toyah and Neil.
The elimination also marked Nadiya's return to the competition after a two-year hiatus. She had previously danced with Nick Knowles, who unfortunately had to pull out of the competition due to an injury sustained in the lead-up to the first episode. But Nick's replacement, Tom, proved to be a great partner and the two had a lot of fun together.
As for the remaining couples, they will now turn their attention to Movie Week, which promises to be filled with even more drama, stunning performances, and memorable moments. With top-scoring performances from the likes of JLS singer JB Gill and Love Island's Tasha Ghouri, the competition is heating up.
Tune in next week to see what Movie Week has in store for the remaining 14 couples. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, be sure to get in touch with our entertainment team - we'd love to hear from you!
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