Outcry from Fans as Shayne Ward is Voted Off Strictly Come Dancing

Fans Accuse Show of Favouritism

Strictly Come Dancing bid farewell to Shayne Ward as he became the seventh celebrity to be eliminated from the show. The former X Factor star, 40, faced off against GoCompare star Wynne Evans and Katya Jones during Sunday's results show.

Controversial Decision Sparks Outrage

Despite both couples performing their routines again, Shayne and Nancy were eliminated after head judge Shirley Ballas chose to save Wynne Evans and Katya Jones. This decision led to an outpouring of anger from fans who labeled the outcome a 'fix'.

Emotional Farewell

Shayne Ward expressed his gratitude towards his fellow contestants and the audience, calling his time on the show one of the best experiences he's ever had. He praised his dance partner Nancy Xu for igniting his passion for dancing and expressed pride in their journey together.

Backlash on Social Media

Fans took to social media to express their disbelief at the judges' decision, with many feeling that Shayne Ward deserved to stay on the show. Some criticized the judges for what they perceived as favouritism towards Wynne Evans.

Rumba Drama

Shayne and Nancy's technically challenging Rumba performance raised eyebrows among viewers, with some speculating that the couple was set up for failure. Despite receiving a score of 30 for their efforts, it wasn't enough to secure their spot in the competition.

What's Next?

The remaining eight couples will face off next week at the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom, showcasing their dance skills in hopes of advancing further in the competition.