Ali Bastian & Brian Fortuna – Cha Cha

A perfect dance last week, sadly I don’t think they’ll perform quite as well this week – Ali hasn’t performed well in the fast Latin dances so far.The fringing is hiding the inadequacies in her hip action, and an obvious mistake in the middle. Didn’t really float my boat, but then pretty much what I…

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The moment of truth, dance off, and result

Who stays, and who has to dance again? Well done Ian for getting through! So Phil gets public support, how about CK? Out of those bottom 3 (Laila, Ricky Groves, Craig) I think Laila will be through… Sorry CK but I think your time is definitely up now! Good to see Ricky gets the arms…

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Craig Kelly & Flavia Cacace – Cha Cha

It was Craig’s dream to make it to Blackpool, and I think people voted for him because of that, but I don’t think you’re going to make it any further. Let’s hope you prove me wrong with a good performance tonight! At least you’re enjoying yourself Craig, you look like a little kid in a…

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Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster to perform at Blackpool

Rod Stewart has been revealed as the musical guest for this Saturday’s Strictly Come Dancing, which comes live from Blackpool Tower Ballroom, the home of ballroom dancing. Rod will be performing the hit ‘Same Old Song’ – and will be joined by his wife, and former Strictly contestant, Penny Lancaster, making it a real family…

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Chris Hollins & Ola Jordan – Cha Cha

Fast and cheeky, this could make or break Chris.A bit too stompy throughout, needs to be softer and push through the floor, and Craig is definitely going to mention the ‘banana’ hands (as Emma’s just described them!), he needs to make sure there is a some shaping in his hands. Another round of 7’s I…

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The result

Unfortunately for Richard there was no comparison between him and Craig, surprised Len would’ve voted them however (not sure if that’s a consolation vote though!)Next week then will see all 14 couples competing against each other, but with only one dance to do rather than the two that most have struggled with so far. At…

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Moment of truth and dance-off

Here comes another tense couple of minutes!Yet another poor decision by the audience, but I think that’s just signed Richard’s death knell. So Craig up first with the Tango, and again an uncomfortable looking start – needs to work on the upper body, specifically the frame, and also to lead with the body and not…

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Natalie Cassidy & Vincent Simone – Cha Cha

Confident in training and not afraid to move her hips around will be interesting to see whether technique is forgotten once the performance takes over?Need to cross the legs during a lock step Natalie and the arms are a little flung out at points. Lively in places but not inspiring, think this will be a…

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Richard Dunwoody & Lilia Kopylova – Cha Cha

I do think that could be the last time we see Jo (aside from the dance-off), as I’m not sure she’s popular or well-known enough to get the audience vote.Richard’s shoulder injuries, and unfortunately obvious lack of rhythm, could be his failing in this Cha Cha – but at least he’s trying hard. Seriously out…

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Laila Rouass & Anton du Beke – Cha Cha

Aside from a slight mistake last night, their Tango was good last night, so i’m hoping for good things with their Cha Cha.Cheeky start, slight mistake with her timing creeping in and I don’t think the judges will be so forgiving this time. No real hip movement of life in the dance, probably lost all…

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