Strictly Faces Backlash Over Scripted Remarks, Results

Strictly Come Dancing is facing criticism over alleged scripted remarks and leaked elimination results, with judges reportedly describing the comments as 'cringey' and 'over-produced.' This week, Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu were eliminated after a dance-off against Wynne Evans and Katya Jones, with head judge Shirley Ballas casting the deciding vote, leading to further controversy. Viewers have expressed frustration with the inclusion of 'sob stories' and perceived unfair judging practices. Tess Daly defended contestants against harsh critiques from judge Craig Revel Horwood, aligning with some fans' dissatisfaction with negative feedback. The controversies have sparked mixed reactions, with some fans calling for changes in judging and the show's format.