Strictly Come Dancing accused of favoritism as Les Dennis is eliminated

Fans shocked at unexpected elimination

Strictly Come Dancing has faced accusations of showing favoritism after BBC star Les Dennis was eliminated from the competition while another dancer, who was perceived as being less skilled, managed to stay. Fans expressed their shock at seeing Dennis leave the show, particularly after his well-received sailor-themed Samba routine.

The unexpected twist

During the tense dance-off, Nikita Kanda narrowly escaped elimination, despite having a challenging week. The judges unanimously voted to save Kanda, who is known for being the host of the BBC Asian Network's Breakfast show.

Fans voice their disappointment

Viewers of the show did not consider Dennis to be the best dancer, but they expected him to last longer in the competition. Many took to social media to express their surprise and disappointment at his early departure. One fan wrote, "Wooooooah I am utterly surprised. I genuinely thought he’d be in for weeks." Another fan lamented, "You were my favorite dancer on the show. You didn't deserve to get voted out, fantastic entertainer, and so funny even though you probably didn't want to be a showbiz legend."

Les Dennis: A career in entertainment

Les Dennis gained recognition through his early career in stand-up comedy and has since become a well-known TV presenter and actor. He has appeared in various dramas, Coronation Street, and has even participated in musicals.

The judges' verdict

Last night, judge Craig Revel Horwood gave a scathing critique to Dennis, stating, "You've taken 'basic' to a whole new level. It looked like you were limping with a broken ankle." While the judges' opinions carry significant weight, it seems that the viewers' admiration for Dennis was not enough to keep him in the competition.