October 25th 2024.
It seems like Strictly Come Dancing may have a new "curse" on their hands, as one couple is facing potential doom before even taking their first steps on the dance floor. The BBC series has sparked a pattern that has caught the attention of some devoted fans, indicating which pair may be in trouble. It turns out that the running order on Saturday night can have a major impact on one duo's fate, with a staggering 75% of couples who have opened the show winding up in the dreaded dance-off.
The curse first reared its head in week two, when Tom Dean and Nadiya Bychkova kicked off the night with a lively Cha Cha to "Boogie Wonderland" by Earth, Wind and Fire. Despite not being at the bottom of the leaderboard, the pair found themselves fighting for their place in the competition during the Sunday results show. It was a shocking turn of events and ultimately led to their elimination from the show.
The following week, JB Gill and Amy Dowden were the first to perform and once again, the curse struck. Despite receiving a respectable score of 30 for their jive to "Hey Ya" by Outkast, they found themselves in eighth place out of 12 couples. But unfortunately, their score was not enough to save them from elimination, and they were the last to wave goodbye to Strictly.
Of course, there is always an exception to every rule, and in this case, it's Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe. The couple took the stage first in week three and have been sailing through the competition ever since. So, while the curse may hold true for most, there are a few lucky couples who have managed to defy it.
The running order for each episode is not released beforehand, so it's always a surprise to see who will have the unique challenge of opening the show. However, the responsibility is usually shared among the remaining couples, so it's unlikely that someone who has already performed first will do so again.
As for this week's Halloween special, each couple will be performing a spooky routine in hopes of securing the top spot. The episode will also kick off with a Beetlejuice-themed performance by the professional dancers, adding even more excitement to the night.
But it seems like the curse may finally come to an end this Halloween, as it will be the first episode without Giovanni Pernice, who has always managed to reach the top of the leaderboard on previous Halloween shows. With his absence, the competition is wide open and anything can happen.
As for the upcoming episode, all eyes are on Punam Krishan, who is predicted to have her time on Strictly come to an end according to the latest odds. With Coral placing her at 2-1 to leave, she is followed by Pete Wicks at 7-2 and Sam Quek at 9-2.
Tune in to Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday at 7.15pm on BBC One and iPlayer to see who will be crowned the top performers of the night. And if you have a celebrity story, video or pictures, don't hesitate to get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency by emailing us, calling 020 3615 2145, or visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you!
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