The seventh week of Strictly Come Dancing 2025 brought a shocking twist! In a dramatic leaderboard reveal, the competition took an unexpected turn as reality star Vicky Pattison and her partner Kai Widdrington soared to the top. But here's where it gets interesting: they weren't the only ones making waves.
Vicky and Kai's tango to Taylor Swift's 'The Fate of Ophelia' was a near-perfect performance, earning them a staggering 39 points. But hot on their heels was Love Island's Amber Davies, who dazzled with a salsa to the iconic 'You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)'. Amber's score of 38 points left her just one point behind Vicky, setting the stage for a fierce competition.
The leaderboard showcased a range of impressive performances. Karen and Carlos, with their Charleston to a remix of Diana Ross and Aretha Franklin, scored 35 points, while Lewis and Katya's sultry cha-cha-cha earned them the same score. Balvinder and Julian's routine and George and Alexis's Viennese waltz both scored 34 points, leaving Alex and Johannes, and Harry and Karen tied at 30 points.
As the competition heats up, the question on everyone's mind is: who's in danger of leaving? La Voix and Aljaz, who have been struggling in recent weeks, might be at risk. But with La Voix's popularity, it's hard to predict their fate. Balvinder, despite a high score, could still face her fourth dance-off, while Alex and Harry might find themselves in the bottom two for the first time.
And this is the part most people miss: last week, the Halloween special saw the departure of Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola. Ellie, reflecting on her journey, expressed her joy and gratitude for the experience. But the real controversy lies in the judges' decision to save the EastEnders actress over Ellie, who had danced to Lady Gaga's viral hit. Was it a fair call? You decide!
Stay tuned as the competition intensifies, and don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments. Who do you think will be the next to go? And what's your take on the judges' controversial decisions?
