Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left fuming at Sunday’s ‘pointless’ and ‘boring’ show after Nigel Harman’s exit resulted in no dance-off.
Actor Nigel, 50, had been taking part in the BBC Latin and ballroom competition alongside professional partner Katya Jones, 34, but pulled out of the series just hours before the live show on Saturday after trying to perform a stunt in rehearsals, which left him with a rib injury.
And the 40-minutes results show featured the usual dance off and musical performance, however the rest of the episode featured interviewers and video messages from celebs in a bid to fill the time.
Joss Stone sung while Billie Piper and Bear Grylls sent their best wishes, but viewers at home still left wanting more.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one wrote: ‘The results show is a bit pointless this week’.
Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left fuming at Sunday’s ‘pointless’ show after Nigel Harman’s exit resulted in no dance-off (L-R) hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman
Actor Nigel, 50, had been taking part in the BBC Latin and ballroom competition alongside professional partner Katya Jones , 34, but pulled out of the series just hours before the live show on Saturday
While a second said: ‘Tonight’s whole Strictly Come Dancing show feels just pointless and boring now that there’s no elimination or public vote this week’.
Someone else commented:’This week seems kind of pointless’.
And: ‘Apart from the pro dance and the musical guest this result show is pointless’.
Nigel’s last minute exit threw the show into chaos forcing the usual dance off and elimination to be scrapped.
Leaving hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly to explain to audiences how the series would deal with the fall out ahead of judging the latest performances.
Speaking during Saturday’s show Tess said how devastated they were to lose Nigel, before her co-host confirmed there would be no public vote or elimination.
Claudia explained: ‘The judges will still be scoring and those scores will be carried over. You’ll be able to vote as usual next week.’
Saturday saw Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin score full marks with 40 for their Pasa Doble to Backstage Romance from Moulin Rogue The Musical.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter , one wrote: ‘The results show is a bit pointless this week’
Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola’s quickstep was second with 36, as they performed to Belle from Disney’s Beauty and The Beast.
Bobby Brazier and Dianne Buswell struggled with the Salsa as they strutted their stuff to (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life from Dirty Dancing, finding themsleves with a disappointing score of 34.
At the bottom of the leaderboard was Annabel Croft and Johannes Radebe with 33 points, after dancing the Foxtort to Wicked’s Good.
Nigel’s last minute exit threw the show into chaos forcing the usual dance off and elimination to be scrapped (Ellie and Vito pictured on Saturday)
Leaving hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly to explain to audiences how the series would deal with the fall out ahead of judging the latest performances (Bobby and Dianne pictured on Saturday)
Nigel and Katya both appeared on the show where the former EastEnders star told how he hurt his rib during a jump in rehearsals.
He said: ‘I was about to be caught by some very handsome men but when I landed, I’ve done something to my rib. I’m a little high on painkillers.’
Asked by host Claudia Winkleman if he had enjoyed his time on the show, Nigel said: ‘Oh I’ve loved it, I’ve loved it. This hasn’t really sunk in.
STRICTLY COME DANCING 2023: THE CONTESTANTS’ PROFILES
Layton Williams
Age: 28
Profession: Actor
Layton says: ‘Absolutely buzzing to confirm that I will be taking part in THE most iconic dance competition in the UK! It’s time to bring it to the Ballroom. So excited to learn new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!’
Ellie Leach
Age: 22
Profession: Coronation Street star
Ellie says: ‘It still doesn’t feel real that I’m going to be doing Strictly!! It’s always been a dream of mine so I guess dreams really do come true!!!!’
Bobby Brazier
Age: 20
Profession: EastEnders star and model
Bobby says: ‘I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly line up, I can’t wait to start training like a professional dancer and adding a few moves to my locker. I’m looking forward to performing in-front of everyone.’
Annabel Croft
Age: 57
Profession: Broadcaster and ex tennis player
Annabel says: ‘I have always loved watching Strictly and can’t quite believe I’m going to be part of this magical show – swapping tennis balls for glitter balls and looking forward to finding some joyfulness in the process.’