Strictly's Blackpool Week Leaks and Controversy

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left in despair after the results of the Blackpool Special were leaked online. Despite the spoilers, the episode was well-received, with Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell earning praise for their American Smooth performance, which scored 37 points. The couple have been fan favorites, despite Dianne's recent illness affecting rehearsals. Controversy surrounded head judge Shirley Ballas, whose decision in the dance-off sparked outrage among some fans. Wynne Evans, tipped to be the next to exit, received mixed reviews for his performance and remains a favorite for elimination. Josh Widdicombe is set to join the Christmas special of Strictly, expressing both excitement and anxiety about his upcoming participation.