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Since a couple of people including a certain Judy Murray likes this show I think it's high time it got its own thread!
greatunclebulgaria
03-10-2011, 19:09
so who for the glitter ball this year?
at the moment I could list more who I don't want to win:rolling::rolling:
but that may change
supergran
04-10-2011, 12:55
Still not seen any of it yet Dawn. And I won't see Saturday's show as will be at Old Trafford. Perhaps I'll remember to Sky+ it.
VamosVixs
04-10-2011, 16:37
I liked Harry when I seen him do the Children in Need special last year so am rooting for him but Jason Donovan surprised me, he looked really good.
is this like our dancing with the stars ?
greatunclebulgaria
04-10-2011, 19:52
is this like our dancing with the stars ?
yes it is, I love it, it's the best thing about autumn :lol: if only Brucie would retire :)
I even remembered to sky+ take2 but have been so busy with the grand-kids haven't had chance to watch either Monday's or tonight's yet
hubby asked what I had on tomorrow :laugh: oh I said up early for Andy's match (hope to find a livestream) and then an hour of Strictly take 2 :laugh::)
but we will see something is sure to come up
supergran
04-10-2011, 20:37
Remembered to watch Strictly Take 2 this evening. Got some idea of what has been going on.
Jason Donovan looks the one to beat but Anita Dobson was surprisingly good on Saturday and will probably get the viewers vote.
traveller7
05-10-2011, 20:21
Jason to win - childhood crush!
greatunclebulgaria
08-10-2011, 20:09
Glitter ball is going to Australia, Aliona is going to lose it for her celeb again!
Cab for Nancy
really enjoyed tonight's show but going off the first couple of weeks it's either Jason or Holly, think Jason is in the lead at the moment LLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVVVVVVVVVVEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEDDDDDDDDDDDDDD the Jessica Rabbit story line tonight
Dan Lobb is doing really well as is Anita, lovin Russell, K he's not much of a dancer but the enthusiasm WOW
Audley has surprised me with his grace and elegance
wanted Lulu to be better Edwina is priceless
roll on next Saturday :clap::clap::clap::rolling::rolling::rolling::roll ing:
VamosVixs
08-10-2011, 20:13
Turned it over for X-Factor so missed the end. How did Harry do?
greatunclebulgaria
08-10-2011, 20:22
Turned it over for X-Factor so missed the end. How did Harry do?
Harry did well but her faffin and disrespecting the judges will cost him the trophy
VamosVixs
08-10-2011, 20:35
Thanks, I like Harry and hope he goes far. She better not ruin it for him.
Disappointed in Lulu - thought she would be better.
VamosVixs
15-10-2011, 22:17
Loved Jason and Harry tonight! I think Jason is the early favourite to win it.
supergran
15-10-2011, 22:36
Loved Jason and Harry tonight! I think Jason is the early favourite to win it. Yes, he's very good and he seems such a nice guy.
MurrayAOne
15-10-2011, 22:40
I thought Lulu was really good tonight. she's my fave to win.
I saw some of it last night for the first time ever. Thought Nancy del'Olio (or however you spell her name) was absolutely dreadful.
hfwardhouse
16-10-2011, 21:55
So disappointed Dan Lobb went out - thought he deserved much better - can't believe the public were voting for Nancy - honestly she's a total nightmare!
VamosVixs
16-10-2011, 22:13
I know, shocked at Dan going. Thought Nancy would be going for sure.
He was bound to get Lobbed off eventually.
banskogirl
17-10-2011, 07:42
Dan is out..............gutted, and I dont even watch the programme :lol:
So disappointed Dan Lobb went out - thought he deserved much better - can't believe the public were voting for Nancy - honestly she's a total nightmare!
tbh I think they vote for her because they like Anton :)
From Anton's body language (and comments), I think he would be quite glad to have been voted off!
supergran
17-10-2011, 11:53
Dan should not have been voted out. I think the public are keeping Nancy in for laughs. They can be quite cruel sometimes! But she is hopeless and it is a dancing competition. Mmm deja vu!:confused::)
VamosVixs
19-10-2011, 12:04
Happens every year, the public don't always vote out the worst dancers at first. Look at Anne W last year for example, by far the worst dancer but people like to keep her in for a laugh.
supergran
22-10-2011, 21:53
Tonight Nancy was hopeless again, Chelsea was brilliant! I do enjoy Strictly.:)
Great show as usual but most couples not as good as last week. Chelsee was the exception - she was fantastic. I think Jason was probably right when he said that this week the tiredness has kicked in. If the fickle public keep Nancy in for laughs, Rory could well go this week.
Great show as usual but most couples not as good as last week. Chelsee was the exception - she was fantastic. I think Jason was probably right when he said that this week the tiredness has kicked in. If the fickle public keep Nancy in for laughs, Rory could well go this week.
How right you were! And really, Nancy isn't amusing at all, IMHO.
Have they not yet kicked out the dreadful Nancy? :shocked:
No - I just got home in time to see Rory and Erin go.:grrr:
VamosVixs
23-10-2011, 19:29
Nancy will hopefully go next week.
Can't believe Rory was voted over Nancy, as much as I like Anton hoping Nancy goes next week!!!
hfwardhouse
23-10-2011, 20:10
So disappointed for Rory - he didn't deserve to go .... Nancy is awful and really doesn't deserve to be there :grrr:
VamosVixs
23-10-2011, 20:10
It's always the same from the GBP, they never vote for the best dancers. :rolleyes:
Unfortunately, the awful Nancy could stay in for weeks while better dancers are voted off. So sorry to see Rory go.
VamosVixs
23-10-2011, 20:14
You always see it happening eg. Wagner at last year's X-Factor, Dancing on Ice also, better skaters get voted off.
I was sad to see Rory go this week :sad: Can't believe Nancy's still there...I know it always happens but usually the worst dancer is likeable or at least entertaining, like Ann last year, she was terrible but I still enjoyed watching her :rolling: Harry's my favourite this year, I've loved McFly from the start and he's a great dancer :)
MurrayAOne
24-10-2011, 19:35
It is annoying when the best go before the more entertaining but the producers can't have it both ways. They get these people on for the entertainment factor (no pun intended) so must take the flack when they get kept on over others on a public vote because they are entertaining!!! We just have to hope that the best dancers win through but I do think that they all have an equal right to win in.
VamosVixs
25-10-2011, 06:44
Harry is my favourite also, I hope he wins but I have never had a favourite that has won so he probably won't. :rolleyes:
supergran
25-10-2011, 12:45
I like Harry too. As I didn't see first weeks didn't know who he was.:confused: Son told me on Sunday! His dance was brilliant on Saturday so I'm rooting for him also.:)
VamosVixs
29-10-2011, 18:11
Shame for Chelsea, she was so upset at the end. I never seen any dress malfunction though?
Shame for Chelsea, she was so upset at the end. I never seen any dress malfunction though?
I think she thought it was far worse than it was. She was genuinely upset though - I bet from now on her dresses will be less revealing!
VamosVixs
29-10-2011, 21:07
I really loved Harry again tonight, hope he goes far.
He's the most natural dancer in my book and so should win it.
Nancy has to be shown the:getcoat:
VamosVixs
30-10-2011, 11:58
I think she is gone tonight but also Audley could be in danger.
I hope Audley does'nt go Vixs as he was a lot better than Nancy!!
VamosVixs
30-10-2011, 12:22
I agree but will the public vote? :rolleyes:
Understood Vixs, but surely there are more people out there with common sense like us;)
It's a pity they got rid of the dance off or she would have gone in the first week. I think a lot of it is a sympathy vote for Anton.
VamosVixs
30-10-2011, 12:42
Understood Vixs, but surely there are more people out there with common sense like us;)
You would think? :rolling:
VamosVixs
30-10-2011, 12:43
It's a pity they got rid of the dance off or she would have gone in the first week. I think a lot of it is a sympathy vote for Anton.
Exactly they are not voting for her but for Anton. I wish one year they would give Anton a really good dancer instead of the rubbish ones who will never improve.
:thanks:Exactly what I was thinking!!!!:thumbup:
Poor Flavia seems to be cursed too - although she seems to be really enjoying being with Russell this year.
VamosVixs
30-10-2011, 13:45
I know, Flavia is an amazing dancer!!
About time Nancy :getcoat:..see Vixs there is some people with sense like me & you out there!!;)
Halleluiah - finally Nancy's gone!!!!! :cheer::cheer::cheer:
Sallydaisy
30-10-2011, 20:18
About time Nancy :getcoat:..see Vixs there is some people with sense like me & you out there!!;)
Halleluiah - finally Nancy's gone!!!!! :cheer::cheer::cheer:
Thank goodness - she was a rubbish dancer. Such a shame she didn't go last week instead of Rory!
VamosVixs
30-10-2011, 20:21
Finally!! :cheer::cheer::cheer:
supergran
01-11-2011, 23:02
Weird this evening watching Strictly Take Two. Zoe is morphing into Claudia. She is using the same inflection in her voice and exactly the same phrases/comments Claudia always used. Very strange!
Weird this evening watching Strictly Take Two. Zoe is morphing into Claudia. She is using the same inflection in her voice and exactly the same phrases/comments Claudia always used. Very strange!
Must be the same script writer.:confused:
VamosVixs
02-11-2011, 16:51
I keep forgetting about Takes Two. I usually watch Hollyoaks at that time.
OK this is embarrassing - who is Harry - he's gorgeous and if I didn't know which was which, I'd be hard pressed to guess which is the pro!
OK this is embarrassing - he's the drummer in McFly!
VamosVixs
05-11-2011, 00:24
Never knew you were a fan Ally? ;)
Who do you think will be voted off this weekend? My money has to be on Audley I think.
VamosVixs
05-11-2011, 13:27
I think Audley.
VamosVixs
05-11-2011, 18:46
Jennifer Grey looks amazing! :thumbup:
Jennifer Grey looks amazing! :thumbup:
Did she give everyone an 8?
On dancing ability alone it really should be Russell to go this week but he is such good entertainment I think it will probably be Audley.
Never knew you were a fan Ally? ;)
Always Vixs:flowers:
Any chance of a photo? ;)
VamosVixs
05-11-2011, 20:15
I remember she gave a 7 and a 9, not sure about 8.
Russell was fun. Audley was the weakest, love Harry and he is my favourite but he has major competition from Chelsea and Holly.
VamosVixs
05-11-2011, 20:18
Always Vixs:flowers:
Any chance of a photo? ;)
Of course! Just for you. :thumbup: ;)
http://a4.omgmusic.com/300x225/mcfly-land-their-own-reality-tv-show.jpg
VamosVixs
06-11-2011, 21:21
Really thought Audley would go tonight.
Actually I'm quite glad that it was Lulu that went and nto Audley - she has messed up every week bar last week. I think I'm just disappointed because I expected her to be really good and she wasn't!
Glad Audley is still in it. :swingin:
supergran
07-11-2011, 00:56
Actually I'm quite glad that it was Lulu that went and nto Audley - she has messed up every week bar last week. I think I'm just disappointed because I expected her to be really good and she wasn't! That's exactly what I thought at the start and I'm glad she's out. Didn't really like how she did her last dance (after the results) She seemed to be showing off and dancing alone whereas the others who are voted off normally keep hold of their partners until they are enveloped by the rest.
That's exactly what I thought at the start and I'm glad she's out. Didn't really like how she did her last dance (after the results) She seemed to be showing off and dancing alone whereas the others who are voted off normally keep hold of their partners until they are enveloped by the rest.
I think you've hit the nail on the head Supergran - she was showing off and I didn't like it either. I think she found it hard to come to terms with the fact that she wasn't the best of the 'older ladies'.
I loved Holly and Artem on Saturday...his choreography is always brilliant :) Chelsee was great too :) I like everone left now though, it'll be hard to predict a winner.
supergran
10-11-2011, 00:06
Artem is out for at least a week because of his injury. Like you ragdoll I like everyone left...going to be tough to choose now.:)
VamosVixs
10-11-2011, 17:31
Poor Artem. Brendan is taking his place.
A fractured vetebra - that sounds quite serious to me. I wonder whether he will be back this series.
VamosVixs
12-11-2011, 19:31
Loved Harry tonight!!!!
Sallydaisy
12-11-2011, 20:14
How can the judges even speak after watching Russell?
I laughted until I cried - brilliant entertainment.
:rolling:
VamosVixs
12-11-2011, 20:20
Russell is sooo funny!! :rolling:
YESSSS!!! Finally got Mr P to watch with me and he thought it was fun, although he might not watch it every week............hmmmm we'll see!
So who do you think will be out this week - my money is on Audley.
VamosVixs
13-11-2011, 11:30
Audley!
traveller7
13-11-2011, 16:42
I think Audley and Robbie will be in bottom two and Audley will go. I think it is his time.
VamosVixs
13-11-2011, 19:58
And Audley goes. Surprised to see Anita in the bottom 2.
Mmmm - a lot of the younger voters won't know Anita - I think that probably makes a difference.
VamosVixs
13-11-2011, 23:28
Watching Holly last night, I actually preferred her with Brendan.
Brendan certainly seemed very comfortable dancing with her - two Aussies together of course!
VamosVixs
13-11-2011, 23:40
Brendan is actually from New Zealand but it's near enough. :rolling:
traveller7
14-11-2011, 01:21
Have no idea who will go next week, hope Artem is well enough to come back. Hate them doing the results show the next night, we all know its recorded on saturday the change of outfits for tess and Judges fool noone! Would be nice to go back to the old format and have it all in one evening. (beginning to sound very old!)
I agree T7 and bring back the dance off!
Hate them doing the results show the next night, we all know its recorded on saturday the change of outfits for tess and Judges fool noone! Would be nice to go back to the old format and have it all in one evening. (beginning to sound very old!)
Definitely!
Am I the only one who doesn't find Russell funny? Sorry, maybe it is just me. I think it's time for him to go next.
I have found him funny until this week but found Saturday's performance a bit frenetic and, from Flavia's reaction, I think she was a little surprised that they survived. I agree it's probably time for him to go this coming Saturday.
VamosVixs
14-11-2011, 16:53
Hate them doing the results show the next night, we all know its recorded on saturday the change of outfits for tess and Judges fool noone!
Plus you can easily find out who has gone by 10.30pm on Saturday night.
I think they should either do the results later on the same evening or live on the Sunday.
Russell has to go this week - any other result would be a travesty.
VamosVixs
19-11-2011, 20:26
I agree although I think Robbie or Anita could be trouble this week.
hfwardhouse
19-11-2011, 21:13
Plus you can easily find out who has gone by 10.30pm on Saturday night.
I think they should either do the results later on the same evening or live on the Sunday.
Can you? How?!
VamosVixs
19-11-2011, 21:18
Can you? How?!
On the Strictly Spoiler Thread on the Digital Spy Forums.
hfwardhouse
19-11-2011, 21:19
Aha .... oh well ... I'll not bother heading there - we'll wait for tomorrow night's show!
VamosVixs
19-11-2011, 21:21
I tend to usually avoid it but if I really wanted to know the result, I know I can find out on that forum.
RoastLamb
19-11-2011, 21:26
I just watched some clips on YouTube. Lulu, Rory Bremner and some guy I've never heard of: Robbie Savage. The last one is pretty good. It's weird seeing the same stage as the American version and then two of the same judges: Bruno/Len.
Robbie Savage was a professional footballer.
RoastLamb
19-11-2011, 23:30
Whom did he play for? Here was me thinking he was in some kind of boy band. Totally wrong. :rolling:
VamosVixs
20-11-2011, 00:02
Quite a few teams including Derby, Leicester and Blackburn.
I think you're right Vixs - if Russell doesn't go then it will be either Robbie or Anita - which would be a shame in my book.
VamosVixs
20-11-2011, 11:38
Of course, it's not always the weakest dancer who goes.
pippadaisy
20-11-2011, 19:55
Il Divo on strictly :love::love::love::love:
Sorry to see Russell go but it'd have been unfair to Holly if he had got through. :boogie:
VamosVixs
20-11-2011, 22:02
As entertaining as he was, it was Russell's time to go.
Definitely the right outcome tonight
hfwardhouse
20-11-2011, 23:31
Absolutely - Russell was hugely entertaining but the 7 best dancers are left - I think it will probably be Anita's turn next week.
I agree - the right time for Russell to go, entertaining though he has been - either Anita or Robbie next week I would think.
greatunclebulgaria
21-11-2011, 13:35
Right time for Russell, have really enjoyed him but now it should be about the dancing
really shocked Holly was in the bottom two thought it would be Robbie or Anita
Anita had a really bad night by her standards, really didn't like the show from Wembley probably too large but good amount of money for children in need which just about makes up for it
sacrilege I know but I think Holly dances better with Brendan not that I would wish any ill to Artem
Bad night for Jason, could it have been the acoustics?
Harry doesn't do it for my maybe cos it's all about her
Alex? didn't get where the judges were coming from the dress was all wrong for a kick off and again I thought the space didn't do them any favours
Chelsee now she is the dark horse but again not her best night
I agree with all that GUB. The venue was definitely too large for the show - the dancers were dwarfed IMO - although I'm sure it was a great atmosphere.
Me too - it was much much too big. Glad they'll be back in the studio next week.
hfwardhouse
21-11-2011, 22:37
I see Robin Windsor's the latest professional to have to take time out - infected foot - Brendan Cole will be standing in for him this week .... he's now calling himself rent-a-pro and there's a lot of very funny banter on twitter!
I see Robin Windsor's the latest professional to have to take time out - infected foot - Brendan Cole will be standing in for him this week .... he's now calling himself rent-a-pro and there's a lot of very funny banter on twitter!
Did his partner stand on it????? ;)
hfwardhouse
22-11-2011, 14:01
:lol:
No idea ;)
VamosVixs
22-11-2011, 16:45
Brendan's coming in handy this year! :lol:
.... and I bet he's just loving it!
hfwardhouse
22-11-2011, 17:44
Oh he is .... he's now calling himself rent-a-pro - the banter on twitter last night was hilarious :rolling:
VamosVixs
27-11-2011, 00:01
Harry was awesome tonight! :thumbup:
Harry was brilliant tonight - hope he wins it. Anyone but Chelsee. :rolling:
Shame Ian Waite, my fave celebrity, is not the stand in.
Sallydaisy
27-11-2011, 00:55
Harry and Chelsea were really good tonight - I think one of those 2 will win it.
Good job Judy Murray isn't on the judging panel 'cos I know who would win if she was .......
;)
supergran
27-11-2011, 01:06
...know what you mean about Judy. Agree Chelsee and Harry are really excellent. Alex is getting on my nerves but love Anita and her obvious joy.
Harry most definitely the best dancer in my book - Chelsee probably as good technically but doesn't quite have the same flair. The rankings in the Swingathon were exactly how I would rate the remaining couples. Probably Robbie or Anita to go next but it might just be Holly.
Anita went. Think it should be Robbie next.
VamosVixs
27-11-2011, 22:07
Should be but Holly doesn't seem to be getting the votes.
supergran
27-11-2011, 23:57
Robbie next, then Holly. Harry and Chelsee are a cut above. We'll have to wait and see. I don't vote!!
It looks as tho it'll come down to Harry and Chelsee and I hope Harry clinches it. :)
supergran
28-11-2011, 01:00
So do I. He is a brilliant dancer and seems like a lovely boy.:)
Me too - he's so serious about wanting to do it as well as he can. He listens very carefully to the judges and I'm sure takes their criticism on board - he can't do much about a sickle foot though poor boy!
Really shocked to see Harry down at fourth on the leader board - fantastic rumba for a male dancer. Robbie must go this week or there is no justice! Loved Artem's choreography for the paso but I think he forgets that Holly isn't Kara - her flamenco was out of time and the more obvious because there was no music for that section - amazed that Craig didn't pick up on it but then I think he has succumbed to the pressure of being the bad boy and decided to be Mr Nice Guy for the evening!
VamosVixs
04-12-2011, 10:48
I can't believe it either, Harry should have been further up the board.
traveller7
04-12-2011, 18:47
Harry was severely undermarked IMO his Rumba was brilliant so hard for a girl let alone a guy!
Robbie bless him is entertaining but its the semi final next week so really technique should be vital now. He has had a tough week with the death of Speedo and you could see the emotion getting to him up with Tess but I think its Robbie to go this week.
Holly showed so much promise and that Swan Lake performance was amazing but she is lacking something I am not sure what?
In most series there has been an outright winner obvious from the start, Kara last year, Alesha, Chris Hollins, Mark Ramprakash etc but this year I cannot call it at all. I normally vote in the final but not before lol too expensive!
I think Holly is a dancer of two halves - her top half is excellent and flatters to deceive. Her timing is not great and her legwork/footwork isn't strong which is why the short dress in her quickstep (Olympia week) did her no favours. IMO it should be Jason, Chelsee and Harry in the final with Chelsee and Harry as the last two and Harry to win but that's just my opinion!
VamosVixs
04-12-2011, 19:09
Harry for the win!!! :cheer:
traveller7
04-12-2011, 19:42
Jason in bottom two!
highlight to see spoiler!
but the correct result tonight!!
patmoren
04-12-2011, 20:38
but the correct result tonight!!
Definitely
Without doubt - Alex and Holly to go next week pleeeease! I do wish Chelsee would point her toes though - she's too good not to have corrected that by now.
There was abig cheer in our household when Robbie finally went. We have been wanting him to go for the last 3 weeks.
Without doubt - Alex and Holly to go next week pleeeease! I do wish Chelsee would point her toes though - she's too good not to have corrected that by now.
Chelsee got 3 tens and a 9 from Craig so shes surely pointing her toes to the satisfaction of the judges.
Personally I think Jason should be going probably along with Alex. For me he has been the least solid recently of the big 4.
I can't believe it either, Harry should have been further up the board.
Definitely he should have been marked higher but think Chelsee is the fave with the judges.
Hope Harry wins it. :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
supergran
06-12-2011, 00:25
I think Holly is a dancer of two halves - her top half is excellent and flatters to deceive. Her timing is not great and her legwork/footwork isn't strong which is why the short dress in her quickstep (Olympia week) did her no favours. IMO it should be Jason, Chelsee and Harry in the final with Chelsee and Harry as the last two and Harry to win but that's just my opinion!Does the final rely on the public vote? Can't remember. If so then Harry will win,teenage girls and young women more likely to use phone. Agree that Chelsee and Harry are the best dancers and I would like to see Alex and Holly go as they are not as accomplished as the others.
Was relieved it was Robbie who went and not Jason! Was on a girls' weekend to Chester and we watched it in the hotel bedroom with a few glasses of wine. Was shouting at the tv not to let Jason be the one to go.......:shamed:
ChrisMac
09-12-2011, 10:22
I think Chelsee and Harry will be in the final! Hope it will be Alex that goes this week, don't think she has quite got it.
Two have to go this week don't they? In which case I hope it's Alex and Holly.
Two have to go this week don't they? In which case I hope it's Alex and Holly.
No only 1 - strangely they have 3 couples in the final!
VamosVixs
10-12-2011, 16:48
I thought I read somewhere it was a double elimination tonight?
I thought I read somewhere it was a double elimination tonight?
It is double elimination on Sunday, I'd like Harry to win not because I'm a woman but he can dance, I like Holly too but can't stand Artem and James. Loved Christina to win.
VamosVixs
10-12-2011, 17:12
I have a feeling Chelsea is going to win this.
Don't know what Craig has against Harry - if he could give Chelsee and Jason a 10 why not Harry? Either of his dances merited it IMO. Harry, Chelsee and Jason for the final - Harry to win!
Yes double elimination - had forgotten Jason in my count! Wanted Harry to win but must admit after tonight I think Chelsee deserves it just that little bit more and I think it would mean more to her than the others.
VamosVixs
10-12-2011, 20:46
I agree, Harry totally deserved a 10.
Chelsee was overmarked. She made a mistake in the first dance but Alesha gave her a 10, and her paso shouldn't have been a 40 (my opinion :) )
Harry should win!
VamosVixs
10-12-2011, 21:46
Alesha has been overly generous with 10s this series.
I too think Aleesha over marks and this should have been picked up by the production team.
Chelsee annoys me so hope she doesn't get through to the final but I'm sure she will because she is the judges' favourite. :rolling:
I'd liked to see Harry, Jason and Holly in the final. :yahoo:
I'd like Chelsee to win, I think she's the most natural dancer. :) I like Harry but wish he could have more expression in his face when he dances, he always looks serious - his dances would be so much better to watch if he could smile in the happy dances. But his actual technique is very good.
supergran
10-12-2011, 22:56
Chelsee is a wonderful, natural dancer but how can you score a 10 if you make an error? Harry is brilliant also and Jason makes me smile...he puts everything in his dances. These are my choices for the final and I'd love Chelsee to win but if it's down to a public vote think Harry will clinch it.
VamosVixs
10-12-2011, 23:04
I think Chelsea will edge it in the public vote. All the online polls I have seen have her miles ahead of everyone else.
I agree that she is a very natural dancer but I do think she has been constantly overmarked because she is the judges' favourite. Like Karange, I'm afraid I find her rather irritating.
I agree that she is a very natural dancer but I do think she has been constantly overmarked because she is the judges' favourite. Like Karange, I'm afraid I find her rather irritating.
Oh thank goodness, I thought I was the only one!
Actually, the more I think about it, the more I think the judges are marking with the leaderboard in mind - particularly in the latter stages of the competition. I suppose that, since they have abolished the dance-off, it's the only way they can really influence the final result. I think that's probably why Jason scored 40 for his Argentine Tango - they would have known what they would have to do to have him third and increase his chances of getting to the final. I'm pretty sure they are hoping for a Holly/Alex elimination,leaving Harry, Chelsee and Jason in the final.
I do wish they weren't going to Blackpool for the final - that's great for midway through - certainly a much better venue that Wembley IMO but I'm pretty sure the dancers would prefer to be where they are comfortable for the final.
supergran
11-12-2011, 23:12
Lizzim and Alis....why does Chelsee irritate you and does that influence what you think of her dancing? Just interested, not intent on getting into an argument.:):confused:
I know she is young but I think she works at the 'little girl' act and it drives me nuts - at times she comes across as being absolutely stupid, which I don't think she is. I think she is a very natural dancer and has done incredibly well to combine rehearsals with the filming of Waterloo Road. There are things I think she gets away with that others might not - she rarely points her toes for example - and I think she is good enough to have put that right by now. She and Pasha work very well together as a couple and his choreography has been great for her. Personally, I think Harry is the better technician. I used to teach dance many years ago - although not ballroom - but I'm no expert just an interested amateur!
supergran
12-12-2011, 10:21
I think she is rather stupid if that doesn't sound too unkind or judgemental. She was silly enough to have a breast enlargement and have her lips enhanced before the contest, on Saturday she didn't understand what vertically challenged meant, and she has difficulty speaking in coherent sentences. But then. I think that many of our young actresses are academically below par. Having said all that. she has grace, poise and style on the dance floor. About the pointed toes...she should have corrected that by now. Agree that Harry is fantastic to watch but so is Chelsee even though every time she opens her mouth I wince.
What on earth made her have breast implants - the one thing a dancer doesn't need is big boobs. I actually find that they detract from her dancing - she looks so top-heavy!
hfwardhouse
12-12-2011, 12:59
Was very sad to see Holly and Alex go out but it was absolutely the right three that went through to the final .... I'd love to see Harry win - he has been great.
Well the three finalists are as predicted. I really hope Harry wins it. :yahoo:
I'm no balllroom dancing specialist and would agree that Chelsee is a good dancer but her 'little girl' act is overplayed and is annoying which probably does influence my opinion of her dancing. She is 23 years old. :laugh:
supergran
12-12-2011, 16:25
I know what you are saying but she's not very bright is she? Though I do admire the way she runs all the Admin/office work in the large Comprehensive School that is Waterloo Road. In my experience there is usually at the very least six people plus a burser, an attendance clerk and someone who deals with supply staff!!:laugh::rolling::confused::confused:
VamosVixs
12-12-2011, 16:59
I know what you are saying but she's not very bright is she? Though I do admire the way she runs all the Admin/office work in the large Comprehensive School that is Waterloo Road. In my experience there is usually at the very least six people plus a burser, an attendance clerk and someone who deals with supply staff!!:laugh::rolling::confused::confused:
With working in a school office myself, I watch Waterloo Road and laugh at some of the stories and often finding myself saying that would never happen in my school. :rolling:
Lizzim and Alis....why does Chelsee irritate you and does that influence what you think of her dancing? Just interested, not intent on getting into an argument.:):confused:
Well, her voice annoys me (petty I know!) which doesn't help. Her dancing is good but not as great as the judges keep making out... Harry appears more technically gifted (from my limited knowledge) and yet they are fawning over Chelsee all the time.
The most irritating part was her getting a 10 whilst making a clear mistake.....if I can see it why couldn't Alesha?!
Which school do you work in Vixs?
I find her irritating too and she definitely reminds me of Mrs Shrek :shamed: - sorry to sound so harsh. She is twp (as we say in Wales - i.e. dim!) but I have to admit she can dance. I don't think the panel are looking for perfection because none of the dancers is experienced, so I think the 10 is not based on a flawless performance. I'd prefer Harry to win or even Jason but if she does win it's not undeserved.
supergran
13-12-2011, 20:50
Well, her voice annoys me (petty I know!) which doesn't help. Her dancing is good but not as great as the judges keep making out... Harry appears more technically gifted (from my limited knowledge) and yet they are fawning over Chelsee all the time.
The most irritating part was her getting a 10 whilst making a clear mistake.....if I can see it why couldn't Alesha?! Actually Lizzim Alesha gets on my nerves even more than Chelsee!!
Actually Lizzim Alesha gets on my nerves even more than Chelsee!!
Don't get me started on Alesha!
supergran
13-12-2011, 22:15
Of course...let's hear your opinion.:rolling::rolling:
I don't think we have room for it here - enough to say I'm not her greatest fan!
I see that James and Ola have been told that they 'are not needed on the tour' this year. Seemingly, James is furious but he really only has himself to blame - his behaviour has become more and more infantile as the series has progressed. I would be surprised if they are back in the show next year - I certainly wouldn't miss James but it's a pity about Ola.
VamosVixs
17-12-2011, 10:45
Looking forward to tonight's final.
Would love Harry to win, but I think the public will vote for Chelsea.
I'm with you Vixs - Harry for the Glitterball. I'd love Aliona to win too as she was runner up last year.
supergran
17-12-2011, 13:43
I'm looking forward to Strictly also....and will be rooting for Harry!! Hope you all have a lovely evening!
I'm roooting for Harry as well. :yahoo:
Hope everyone will have an enjoyable evening as well. :wave::santa dance:
I'd like Chelsee and Pasha to win but would be happy if Harry or Jason won too - all of them would be deserving winners! :) I'm looking forward to the showdances - I think Jason's in particular will be really good.
patmoren
17-12-2011, 16:25
My 2 granddaughters are avid followers and both supporting Harry.I just enjoy the dances! Don't know if the girls will make in until 10 tonight though.
Looking forward to it. I'd like Harry to win too but think it'll be Chelsee and I reckon Jason's just too old to attract the votes and probably that'd be the right result anyway.
Sallydaisy
17-12-2011, 19:05
Strictly, Merlin, Strictly ..... and perhaps a lottery win in the middle!!!
:thumbup:
Sallydaisy
17-12-2011, 20:06
Wow, they all really danced their socks off - any one of those 3 deserves to win.
Wow they all performed so well tonight! Loved Harry's quickstep and Jason's showdance was amazing! :) It's really hard to predict who's going to be eliminated first.
supergran
17-12-2011, 20:28
Jason was outstanding. He obviously is out to show Alicia who said recently "It's a two horse race" Idiot. It is close isn't it? Loving it!! Still rooting for Harry.
Jason was outstanding. He obviously is out to show Alicia who said recently "It's a two horse race" Idiot. It is close isn't it? Loving it!! Still rooting for Harry.
I can't believe she said that! Jason was brilliant at the start of the series and he's showed again tonight how good he can be. I think Harry will win but really not sure about who will get second place, could well be Jason now.
patmoren
17-12-2011, 20:47
Amazingly close competition. Anything could still happen, No clear winner yet.
jeannie13
17-12-2011, 21:02
My favourite is Jason--his showdance was amazing. I've voted for him!!:thumbup:
So I'm alone in thinking that Jason's timing was out in parts...
Anyway there he goes.
VamosVixs
17-12-2011, 21:25
Nope I noticed Jason's timing also. Didn't think it deserved 4 10s.
Think Chelsee has just won it with the rhumba.
Well done Harry, best dancer won .
VamosVixs
17-12-2011, 22:16
Woo hoo, pleased for Harry!! :yahoo::yahoo::yahoo:
supergran
17-12-2011, 22:19
Hurrah for Harry. Great Final but the best man won!!:cheer::cheer::santa dance::santa dance:
Sallydaisy
17-12-2011, 22:20
What a fantastic Saturday night's viewing!!!
Brilliant from Harry - he really deserved to win it.
Difficult to believe he's not a pro he's that good.
I loved that he finished off one dance doing his day job (playing the drums!).
:trophy:
I felt sorry for Chelsee because that lass put her heart and soul into it tonight and she's a wonderful dancer. She might talk with a broad accent but she's not as daft as people think - she holds a good part in the soap and not only learned her steps well but acted the characters too.
Good on her, hope it takes her career on a few steps ...
:big grin:
Jason just wasn't quite at the same level tonight but he was very close. I think the youngsters just nailed everything that little bit better.
:clap:
As for Merlin - that was just magic. Can't wait to see the 2nd part next week.
Dragon 1 - Morgana 0.
:dance:
Well done to Harry! :) I'm a bit disappointed for Chelsee and Pasha (really hope Pasha returns next series!) as I loved their partnership and enjoyed their dances the most this series. But Harry performed so well in the final and is a very deserving winner - nice for Aliona too after reaching the final last year.
Well done Harry and Aliona - glad they won. :cheer: :santa dance::santa dance:
supergran
17-12-2011, 23:09
Must congratulate Aliona as well. Fantastic choreography!
VamosVixs
17-12-2011, 23:18
Loved Harry right from the start. So pleased he won, and pleased for Aliona.
So pleased for Harry and Aliona - the best dancer won on the night! Chelsee's rumba was excellent but her show dance wasn't quite there tonight. Great dancing by all three finalists though - a good series in all.
Sallydaisy
17-12-2011, 23:54
I'm having a dram or three of Laphroaig Quarter Cask to celebrate Harry's win.
:)
Glad to see that you have such good taste!
ChrisMac
18-12-2011, 10:31
Well done to Harry and Aliona, but I must admit, I am disappointed that Chelsee and Pasha did not win, I personally thought they were a slight bit better. Oh well!
Just watched the recording (The Killing got Mr P's vote last night so I had to be kept in suspense re Strictly!). For me the right person definitely won. Chelsee was amazing but I just didn't feel her dances flowed in the final. Harry has everything, poise, grace, talent and movement. I was in no doubt that Jason would be 3rd but I think that was right too. So for me it's a happy ending.
On the night I thought Jason should have made the final - Chelsee just didn't pull off her showdance IMO - but over the whole series I think it was the correct result.
well done Harry and Aliona - so pleased they won! :trophy:
I'm so happy Harry and Aliona won, he's just such a beautiful natural dancer :) Their viennese waltz is possibly my favourite strictly dance ever, I've watched it so many times :santa smile: Chelsse was great too though, I'm really glad she made it to the final 2 because there's something about the way Jason dances that I just didn't like
Time to celebrate - Alesha is leaving Strictly :) http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-16385243
:yahoo: :cheer:
hfwardhouse
02-01-2012, 18:06
What a silly girl she is ;)
That really is good news. I do hope they appoint someone from a dancing background and not just a pretty face.
What a silly girl she is ;)
Indeed - but at least now she is gone :)
That really is good news. I do hope they appoint someone from a dancing background and not just a pretty face.
I know, it would be nice if they replace her with a proper judge :)
Sallydaisy
02-01-2012, 18:58
Indeed - but at least now she is gone :)
I know, it would be nice if they replace her with a proper judge :)
I hope they replace her with someone who can speak English properly and not set such a bad example on live television. She always said "You was" instead of "You were" (amongst other errors) and that's wrong.
Silly mare.
:angry:
I hope they replace her with someone who can speak English properly and not set such a bad example on live television. She always said "You was" instead of "You were" (amongst other errors) and that's wrong.
Silly mare.
:angry::shocked: tell me your joking, surely the days of such slavish adherence to the queens English on the beeb are dead n buried
Sallydaisy
02-01-2012, 19:35
:shocked: tell me your joking,
No, I'm not joking at all. It's just my personal view but something that has always made me cross.
So there ........ well and truly out of my tree!!!
:fingersear:
is snob a bad thing to call someone on the forum ..... just curious ;)
Sallydaisy
02-01-2012, 19:39
is snob a bad thing to call someone on the forum ..... just curious ;)
Not sure which is worse - that or the word you very quickly edited.
:rolling:
VamosVixs
02-01-2012, 20:33
I'm glad, Arlene should never have been sacked in the first place. Wonder who will replace Alesha?
Karen Hardy would get my vote as the new judge.
VamosVixs
02-01-2012, 22:45
Karen would be a great addition to the panel. :thumbup:
supergran
02-01-2012, 23:48
I'm glad, Arlene should never have been sacked in the first place. Wonder who will replace Alesha?Has Alesha gone.. goody, goody!! Karen Harding gets my vote!
Karen Harding gets my vote as well - she will be a great addition to the team.. Agree Arlene should never have been sacked. :swingin:
Karen Harding gets my vote as well - she will be a great addition to the team.. Agree Arlene should never have been sacked. :swingin:
Karen Harding is a singer......it's Karen Hardy just before we all get confused - which in my case isn't difficult! :lol:
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