Strictly Come Dancing 2022 LIVE — Emotional Will Mellor & Helen Skelton top leaderboard as star makes dazzling return
STRICTLY’s Will Mellor stunned the judges this evening with an emotional performance from Miss Saigon, while Kym Marsh made a dazzling comeback from Covid-19.
The soap star bagged a staggering 39 out of 40 and was pictured holding back tears as the judges read out his scores.
Anton Du Beke was left emotional as he watched Will dance his heart out.
Helen Skelton also stunned the judges with her performance, earning the same score as Will.
Meanwhile, Kym Marsh returned from a week off with Covid-19, and impressed the judges, earning a score of 34/40.
Read our Strictly 2022 live blog for the latest updates and gossip…
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UK pop legend revealed as fifth celeb to sign up for Xmas special
A POP legend has been revealed as the fifth person to sign up for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special.
Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts will take the stage for the ballroom in an attempt to be crowned this year’s festive champion.
Nicola said: “It’s truly an honour to be part of Strictly, but to be invited on to the prestigious Christmas day episode is something very special indeed.
“They’ve promised me extra glitter, sparkle and frosting all wrapped
up together with a big bow on top. What more could a girl wish for?”Nicola is amongst six celeb contestants who will be grooving away for the BBC special, and will be paired with Giovanni Pernice.
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Here is everything you need to know about the Strictly Come Dancing cast
While the completion has been cut down in recent weeks, it’s still a great time to get to know this year’s celebs.
Here is everything you need to know about this year’s cast following tonight’s episode.
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‘A memory I will treasure forever…’
Head judge Shirley could not believe her eyes as she congratulated Helen on a mindblowing performance.
She said: “It will be a memory I will treasure forever.”
Anton admits the routine has left him “emotional”.
But will she push Will off the top of the leaderboard?
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Tune in for the results show on Saturday night
The results show will air tomorrow night at an earlier time of 5.40pm.
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Voting lines are now open
Have your say on your favourite celeb!
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Scores are in…
Fleur gets a 9 from Craig and Shirley, while Antona and Motsi score her full marks.
Total – 38/40
It’s all to play for!
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Who will be the next contestant booted out?
The competition has certainly heated up!
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Now that’s a comeback
Fleur gets a standing ovation from Motsi and Shirley…
While Anton says Fleur definitely deserves her place next week and Craig said it was “gorgeous”.
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Can will Fleur East pull it out the bag tonight?
The star was in the bottom two last week – but the star is coming back fighting.
“I’m going to go out there and enjoy myself and show the judges we deserve our place in the competition,” the popstar said.
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Scores are in
Craig scores Helen a 9.
But the three remaining judges give the star full scores.
Total – 39/40
She’s joint top with Will.
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The crowd goes wild
The audience was on their feet for Helen after an emotional performance and VT.
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A memory I will treasure forever…
Head judge Shirley cannot not believe her eyes as she congratulates Helen on a mindblowing performance.
She said: “It will be a memory I will treasure forever.”
Anton admits the routine has left him “emotional”.
But will she push Will off the top of the leaderboard?
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Helen gives it all she’s got
Looking glam in a black glitzy mini dress, Helen set the dancefloor on fire with her sassy couples’ choice…
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Helen gets real
Helen is left close to tears as she opens up about her childhood and parents.
The TV presenter said she will forever be grateful for her parents “unquestionable support”.
Speaking about why she signed up for the BBC show, Helen said: “Sometimes you just need to jump on an opportunity to put a smile on your face.
“I have got lots to be thankful for and I know what I can offer. This dance is all about that, it’s all about power.”
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Scores are in…
Craig scored Will a 9 (there’s always room for improvement).
While the remaining three judges gave him a 10.
Total – 39/40
Will’s top of the leaderboard.
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Will’s wow moment
Motsi applauded Will for his touching routine, saying it was a “wow” moment.
Anton said his foxtrot was a “dream” and praised him for bringing the dance to life.
Craig simply said: “It was thoroughly gorgeous.”
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Will’s under pressure
Can Will impress with his emotional foxtrot to Miss Saigon?
There won’t be a dry eye in the room.
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Scores are in…
Craig and Anton scored Kym an 8.
But Motsi and Shirley were impressed, and both gave her 9 points.
Total – 34/40
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Now that’s a comeback
Shirley Ballas praised the actress for not hiding and for giving her all.
The head judge said: “You gave it your all, I’m delighted to have you back.”
Anton added: “You’re a great jazz dancer. Your performance and timing are amazing.”
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Kym rocks lycra and fans are loving it
The actress got the 80s outfit spot on!
She sported a leotard, purple tights and black legwarmers.
Craig was forced to comment on Kym’s figure, saying she has a “body of a 20-year-old”.
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Kym Marsh is back
Kym takes to the dancefloor with a Cha Cha Cha after missing last week’s show after being struck down with Covid.
But will her hardwork pay off tonight?
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Scores are in….
After a string of positive comments, all four judges gave Hamza a score of 9 points.
Total – 36/40
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Hamza wins over the judges
Shirley Ballas praised Hamza for working on his “turned in” feet.
But will it be enough to get top marks all round?
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Will Hamza stay or go?
Strictly fans are not keen on Hamza’s outfit and music choice for his Samba tonight.
One wrote: “Sorry but I really don’t like the costumes for this. Or the song. And dancing is a bit meh.”
Another posted: “Not more Lion King..”
A third said: “That was such a weird song choice for a samba but Hamza smashed it.”
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Hamza’s Samba
Countryfile star Hamza gets into character for his Lion King samba.
