December 5th 2024.
As the Strictly Come Dancing competition heats up, Pete Wicks, one of the semi-finalists, is facing some harsh criticism from fans of the show. Despite his best efforts, the 36-year-old podcaster has been bombarded with negative messages online, with some viewers even going as far as sending him death threats. This backlash comes after previous eliminations that saw talented dancers like Jamie Borthwick and Montell Douglas sent home, leading many to believe that the show's voting system is unfair.
In a recent interview with former Strictly dancer Janette Manrara on It Takes Two, Pete opened up about the criticism he has been receiving. He admitted that the word "criticism" doesn't even begin to describe the abuse he has been facing. However, he also acknowledged that he can't please everyone and that he is not on the show to do so. Instead, he is there to learn and improve as a dancer.
Despite the negativity, Pete has also received a lot of support from fans, with his performances being flooded with positive comments on his Instagram page, which boasts 1.8 million followers. However, the trolling and criticism do take a toll on him, and he admits that it's not easy to hear.
On the launch night of the show, Pete had confessed that the Strictly journey would show him at his most vulnerable. And that has certainly been the case for the reality TV icon, who has been visibly emotional and close to tears on several occasions, especially during the Sunday results shows when he is shocked to make it through to the next round.
In the 12 weeks since he joined the show, Pete has shared that he has never felt as vulnerable as he does every week on Strictly. Despite being a confident person, he has never felt less confident while doing something in his life.
As he prepares for the semi-final, Pete and his dance partner Jowita Przystał are working on two challenging routines: an elegant foxtrot and a passionate Argentine tango. And while he may feel guilty for making it this far, Pete is determined to give it his all and make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Away from the dance floor, there have been rumors about a possible romance between Pete and Jowita. However, both of them have denied these claims, maintaining that they are just friends. Meanwhile, Pete's rumored flame, Maura Higgins, has been busy in the I'm A Celebrity camp, where she has spoken about taking things slow in her dating life.
The semi-final of Strictly Come Dancing will air this Saturday, and viewers can catch up with all the behind-the-scenes action on It Takes Two weeknights on BBC Two. And for those wondering who will take home the Glitterball Trophy, there are still five contestants in the running, including Pete, Chris McCausland, Tasha Ghouri, Sarah Hadland, and JB Gill. Who will come out on top? We'll have to wait and see.
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