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Strictly Come Dancing star Alex Kingston broke down in tears (Image: BBC)
One Strictly Come Dancing star was left in tears after some critique from the show’s judges, with her disappointed with her latest routine.
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Alex Kingston burst into tears, and was supported by host Claudia Winkleman after she failed to impress the judges. They all commented on her seeming different this week, and her latest dance lacking her usual confidence.
Remarking her moves weren’t quite right, Craig Revel Horwood said it “lacked showbiz pizzazz” as Anton Du Beke said she seemed “nervous”. Shirley Ballas said it “lacked spacial awareness and fire”, as Anton also picked up on errors, while Motsi Mabuse said it was the first time she felt insecurity from her.
As Alex headed up to greet host Claudia, she appeared emotional and groaned. Claudia knew straight away how she was feeling, revealing Alex had already shared her concerns with her before the live show.
Holding Alex’s hand, Claudia told her she didn’t want her to be upset as Alex revealed: “The thing is I’m numerically dyslexic so I can’t count and that’s quite difficult.” Claudia replied: “I don’t want you to be sad because you were excellent.”
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One Strictly Come Dancing star was left in tears after some critique from the show’s judges(Image: BBC)
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In that moment Alex began crying, and Claudia quickly intervened. She shouted out for everyone with her to get in and hug Alex, with them all putting their arms around her.
As Alex’s co-stars told her they loved her, Claudia added: “And you know what? The other thing is you’re not supposed to love every dance.” Alex then further explained: “Im used to dancing to lyrics.”
Claudia understood and carried on: “And when the lyrics have gone…” to which Alex said: “I didn’t know I can’t do that. It’s fine, it’s fine.” Claudia took her hand as the scores came in, with Alex seen crying as Claudia then shared the voting information.
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Viewers were gutted for the actress, with one saying: “Alex crying absolutely broke my heart,” as another agreed: “Don’t like seeing Alex so upset.” A third fan said: “Alex is numerically dyslexic too? Me too queen me too. I feel your struggle.”
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Alex Kingston burst into tears, and was supported by host Claudia Winkleman(Image: BBC)
Another fan posted: “Seeing Alex crying has ruined my night.” A further fan praised Claudia, saying: “Claudia really is the perfect presenter and her moment comforting Alex demonstrates this so clearly – she’ll be a real loss to the show.”
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It comes as a special mash-up has been revealed featuring dance group Diversity. Rehearsals are now underway for the first performance of its kind featuring the group who found fame after winning Britain’s Got Talent in 2009, famously beating Scottish singer Susan Boyle in the final.
Now 14 members of Diversity, including the most famous faces, Perri Kiely plus brothers Ashley and Jordan Banjo, will make their debut on the BBC ballroom show on November 16 during the results programme.
The performance will see the male hip hop crew dance to Raye’s Where Is My Husband? alongside five of the female pro dancers: Luba Mushtuk, Nadiya Bychkova, Michelle Tsiakkis, Nancy Xu and Jowita Przystał.
One Strictly insider said: “Fans can expect a spectacular group number choreographed by Jason Gilkinson and Ashley Banjo. Set in LA, it’s a dance extravaganza that sees old school Hollywood collide with hip hop, as the five Strictly pros and Diversity celebrate some of the most iconic screen sirens from the Golden Age of cinema – including Marilyn Monroe.
“The pros will basically be asking Diversity exactly what the song title suggests.” The results show featuring the mash-up will also have a separate performance from pop star Olly Murs and will be the last show before Strictly’s annual Blackpool Special, which airs on Saturday, 22 November.
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It follows judge Shirley Ballas reaching out to contestant Ellie Goldstein after her elimination from the show. The actress and model became the fifth star to be voted off the BBC contest last weekend alongside her partner Vito Coppola.
Sharing an image on Instagram from Halloween week of the dance pair alongside her, Shirley wrote: “Ellie, how beautiful to have had you on our show for six wonderful weeks @elliejg16_zebedeemodel … You have been dedicated to giving it your very best, your musicality is simply breathtaking and your power and energy is spectacular.
