Jamie Borthwick's Garlic Remark on Strictly

During the live debut of Strictly Come Dancing, Jamie Borthwick humorously told his partner Michelle Tsiakkas that she 'smelled of garlic', a quip caught by hidden microphones. The duo performed a Viennese Waltz to 'Beautiful Things' by Benson Boone, earning a score of 23 points and placing them mid-table. The remark, which sparked laughter in the studio, was explained by Jamie as an inside joke related to their rehearsal meals. This moment was highlighted on the spin-off show, It Takes Two, where both Jamie and Michelle discussed the lighthearted banter. Viewers shared their amusement on social media, with many reacting to Jamie's unexpected comment. Jamie also addressed concerns about the 'Strictly curse', assuring fans that it would not apply to their partnership as they consider each other like siblings.