November 23rd 2025.
In the latest episode of Strictly Come Dancing, host Tess Daly had viewers in stitches with an unexpected malfunction. As she was doing a routine audience cutaway, the 56-year-old suddenly froze mid-expression, causing a moment of confusion for the audience.
Social media was quick to react, with fans speculating whether it was a technical glitch or if Tess had temporarily transformed into a buffering robot. The incident quickly went viral, with jokes, memes, and frame-by-frame replays flooding the internet.
One viewer even joked that it was the first time they had seen a human being "buffering." The chaos continued as fans shared slowed-down clips and created hilarious memes of the live TV slip-up. Some were convinced that it was a slip of the tongue, while others speculated if it was a hint that the Sunday results show is pre-recorded.
The glitch sparked a debate about the Strictly filming schedule, with many viewers pointing out that Tess accidentally revealed the rarely acknowledged fact that the Sunday results show is pre-recorded after Saturday's main broadcast. This was evident when Tess said to former Strictly finalist and Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts, "We look forward to seeing you perform later on," despite the fact that Ashley's performance was not scheduled to air until the results show the following night.
But not everyone was quick to make jokes at Tess's expense. Some viewers defended her, pointing out that her brief freeze was a natural reaction to last-minute direction from producers. They also reminded others that minor errors are a part of live television.
The incident happened on the first show of the series in the iconic Blackpool ballroom, adding to the already turbulent week for Strictly. The beloved drag performer La Voix had to withdraw from the competition due to a serious injury sustained just before her performance in Blackpool. This news devastated fans who had been rooting for her on the show.
The show has also been rocked by the news of another unnamed male figure linked to the show being arrested on suspicion of rape, the second such allegation made this year. This has left fans questioning the future of the show, especially with the recent announcement that both Tess and co-host Claudia Winkleman will be leaving at the end of this series.
Tess has been a host on the show since its launch in 2004, and Claudia joined in 2014. Their impending departure has left fans worried about the future of the show. In a heartfelt statement, both hosts thanked the production team, dancers, judges, and audience for their support over the years and reflected on the show's two decades of magic.
Fans now anxiously await the future of the show, wondering what changes will come with the departure of the iconic hosts. But for now, they continue to enjoy the drama and excitement that Strictly Come Dancing brings each week.
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