Strictly 2024

Tonight is the Final and as we have almost filled up this thread, I will start a new one just for tonight rather than have to start one in the middle of the dancing tonight.

I don't know, I thought Ann Widdecombe was funny, but I agree the show needs balance
Given the different levels of contestants taking part I would vote on whose dance I like and not notice if there thumbs stick out, their feet turned in or there back was not straight.

But I also think that dancers with experience are needed in the show to bring added value. I question whether I would watch it if they weren't included, but maybe that's just me.

I agree. People would turn off in droves if every celeb was an Ann Widdecombe or Les Dennis. It would just be too excruciating for those of us who love to watch exciting dancing.

Yes Dogsmum2, Layton is the one we all seem to remember for being the full package in terms of dance AND entertainment - stealing the limelight.

I agree about Chris too.
But I also think that dancers with experience are needed in the show to bring added value. I question whether I would watch it if they weren't included, but maybe that's just me.

Its been a funny one this year.

I hope Chris wins. I have always said that if Strictly was purely a dance competition then the public should not be involved in the vote. On a personal level Tasha, for me, even though technically excellent, does not connect with me or hold my attention, whereas Chris draws me in. I also liked Pete for that reason.

I have no issue with people having previous dance experience or training, simply because they can be the best dancer but without the 'x' factor (to quote another show) they usually end up the runner up. I voted for Layton (sp) last year because he did draw me in and, personally, i saw an improvement in technique.

GrannyGravy13 Definitely. I vote for him every week.... and every week I cry when he dances.

Sparklefizz 👍

I want Chris to win, how Diane has managed to teach him is miraculous, they both deserve the Glitter Ball this year.

Hellogirl1

Not meaning to sound spiteful, but I don`t want Tasha to win. She`s a highly trained dancer, I prefer to see someone win who was never used to dancing.

never used to dancing ....... and can't SEE ..... that would have to be Chris then.

Charleygirl5

Hellogirl I totally agree. These trained dancers should not be invited to the show.

Time for the voters next year to revolt and vote them out at the very start maybe.

Hellogirl I totally agree. These trained dancers should not be invited to the show.

Not meaning to sound spiteful, but I don`t want Tasha to win. She`s a highly trained dancer, I prefer to see someone win who was never used to dancing.

It was time Pete went.
I would like JB to win.
I suspect Chris will win as it is a public vote.

Desdemona

Has anyone gone to the Strictly Tour? Is it worthwhile or the same dances as the tv show?

I’ve been to the Strictly tour several times. Even if you’ve seen the dances on TV it’s great to see them for real. I’d recommend going it’s a fab night.

I wasn’t a Pete fan but it was his time to go and he can leave with his head held high. I love Chris and would like him to win but then again I love JB.

Yes, if I remember correctly, there are 2 public votes - one couple goes out, leaving 3 and a 2nd vote.

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Allira

I thought the judges judged the final but DH said no, it's public vote.

Yes, public vote.
I assume one of the couples will go early on, leaving three.

I just lost a fiver 😯

Allira

I thought the judges judged the final but DH said no, it's public vote.

Yes, public vote.
I assume one of the couples will go early on, leaving three.

Desdemona

Has anyone gone to the Strictly Tour? Is it worthwhile or the same dances as the tv show?

I've been to the tour at the O2. Some of the routines were different from the tv show because of the size of the stage and seating at the venue. There were also more group dances with professionals and celebrities together.

I thought the judges judged the final but DH said no, it's public vote.

I think that Chris is going to win as it won't matter what he does next week as he is getting so many votes.

I'd like JB to win.

Desdemona

Has anyone gone to the Strictly Tour? Is it worthwhile or the same dances as the tv show?

I have been to the tour at the O2.

Brilliant evening, but we had very good seats curtesy of one of the celebrity contestants.

Has anyone gone to the Strictly Tour? Is it worthwhile or the same dances as the tv show?

I hope JB will win if not, then Sarah
It was Pete’s time, but I really got to like him, sorry to see him go.

Tasha is not getting the public vote, so will probably not win.

I think Chris will win.

That was a terrific semi final.