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A Strictly Come Dancing favourite is set to be eliminated in just 'weeks', according to a dance expert. The nine remaining celebrity couples will return to the ballroom this weekend as the BBC One dance contest reaches week seven.

Zara McDermott 's journey on Strictly Come Dancing concluded on Sunday night, and reports suggest she attributes her TV background for her exit from the show. After landing in the bottom two alongside Adam Thomas, Zara was eliminated during Halloween week by the judges, having received the lowest score on Saturday's live show, being awarded just 25 points. Despite bookmakers initially tipping her to progress to the later stages of the competition, Zara's exit came as a setback.

Adam Thomas has hinted he's feeling a bit sad as he offered a fresh update on his Strictly Come Dancing training. The Waterloo Road star is hoping to bounce back this weekend after being in the dreaded dance-off following the dance show's Halloween special on Saturday night.

Strictly Come Dancing's Adam Thomas might 'struggle' on the dancefloor next week as he isn’t feeling ‘as strong or confident’ due to a number of setbacks relating to illness.The 35-year-old Waterloo Road star hasn't had the easiest of times on the hit show, having been diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis months before starting, and being forced to miss important training due to illness. On Saturday 28 October, Adam and his professional partner Luba Mushtuk found themselves in the bottom two couples with ex-Love Islander Zara McDermott, 26, and Graziano Di Prima, 29, but were ultimately saved by the judges.

Zara McDermott has opened up about "the hardest morning ever" following her axe from Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night, 28 October. The former Love Island star, 26, and Strictly pro Graziano Di Prima, 29, faced Adam Thomas and Luba Mushtuk in the dance off, with Adam, 35, being saved by the judges.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans were left worried when they didn't see Giovanni Pernice in the opening dance number on Sunday, however, there was a good reason for his absence. Fans were puzzled when they couldn't spot Giovanni among the professionals in the opening Wednesday-themed routine, with many sharing their concerns on social media. One fan tweeted: "The f*** is this?! Where's Giovanni's rightful solo?? #strictly," but another quickly replied that Giovanni had missed the recordings due to an injury.

Adam Thomas has sent a plea to fans after he nearly lost his place on Strictly Come Dancing and he also seemingly clapped back at a new 'fued' claim. The Waterloo Road star found himself in the dreaded dance-off during Sunday night's results show alongside dance partner Luba Mushtuk.

Many Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left asking 'who' before saying it took them 'ages' to recognise one of the show's professional dancers. The confusion came during the latest results show which aired on Sunday night (October 30).

Strictly Come Dancing star Zara McDermott said she 'can't stop crying' as she broke her silence on her exit from the competition. The documentary maker, who made history as the first Love Island star to take part in the show, was voted out of the contest on Sunday night (October 29).

A fifth celebrity has been eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing after a dance-off which one judge said featured “fighting spirit” from both couples.

As Strictly Come Dancing star Zara McDermott prepares for another week of showing her skills on the dancefloor, she took to Instagram to share that it had been the “funniest week I’ve had on Strictly so far”. This weekend marks Strictly’s Halloween special where the celebrities dress up in their best Halloween costumes. Ahead of the big weekend, Zara shared a selfie while she was sitting in the back of a car, along with the caption: “Halloween Incoming!”.

It's set to be a spooktacular Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night as the remaining contestants get ready for Halloween week.

Strictly Come Dancing star Zara McDermott was forced to leave rehearsals early to accompany her boyfriend Sam Thompson to hospital. The former Love Island star, 26, is partnered with Graziano Di Prima on the show, with the pair finding themselves in the bottom two for the second time on Sunday evening. However, Sam revealed that Zara rushed out of a Strictly rehearsal to be by his side after he had to go to hospital.

Strictly Come Dancing star Zara McDermott had to cut her dance rehearsals short following a medical emergency.

Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach support her professional dance partner after he posted a photo showing the 'real Vito'.

Strictly Come Dancing star Eddie Kadi appeared in bright spirits as he appeared on ITV's Lorraine as the latest celebrity to be axed alongside his partner Karen Hauer.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Carlos Gu has jokingly clapped back at Craig Revel Horwood's harsh feedback to Angela Scanlon from Saturday night's episode. Appearing on Strictly: It Takes Two, Janette Manrara asked Carlos his thoughts on Craig's comments that their dance 'wasn't smooth, unfortunately' and that they 'needed new ideas'.The 29 year old professional dancer laughed, however, and gave a one word answer about his opinions - "rude".

Strictly Come Dancing star Zara McDermott has paid tribute to her professional dancer partner Graziano Di Prima, after the pair survived the dreaded dance off for the second time this series during week five’s live show. Appearing on Strictly: It Takes Two, Zara told show host Fleur East that Graziano had been her “absolute rock” throughout the past week, as he helped her to battle her nerves before taking to the dance floor for a second time in a dance off against Eddie Kadi.

Strictly Come Dancing stars have sent their best wishes to Amanda Abbington after she revealed why she left the competition.

The countdown for the 2023 series of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! is on, following the release of the official trailer on 20 October. The hit ITV show will be making a return to TV screens in a matter of weeks, but TV bosses have been keen to keep any details about the new series under wraps. However, we do know that Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly will be returning as hosts, and the show will be taking place in the Australian jungle for the second year in a row, after it was set in a castle in Wales for two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Strictly Come Dancing Come Dancing's Halloween special is just around the corner following another epic weekend in the ballroom. Eleven of the 12 remaining couples competed in week five of the BBC One dance contest on Saturday night with Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice's absence noted.

Strictly Come Dancing bosses have spoken out in response to favouritism reports, which claimed EastEnders star Bobby Brazier, 20, and documentary maker Zara McDermott, 26, were being favoured over other celebrities on the show. The statement comes after a drama-filled Strictly week which saw Amanda Abbington leave the show and Eddie Kadi shockingly dumped, despite scoring the first 10 of the series a few weeks ago.

Strictly Come Dancing star Eddie Kadi has paid tribute to his professional partner Karen Hauer, labelling her a “queen” after the pair left the competition on Sunday night.Their shock exit came after Eddie and Karen scored 24 out of 40 for their Samba to the song Calm Down by Rema and Selena Gomez on Saturday 21 October, leaving them bottom of the leaderboard. The dance duo faced Love Island legend Zara McDermott, 26, and Graziano Di Prima in the dreaded dance off on Sunday following the public vote.

Strictly Come Dancing's Zara McDermott has told fans she 'let herself down' after ending up in the dance-off for the second time. The BBC dance contest returned this weekend for its fifth week which saw 11 of the 12 remaining couples take to the ballroom to compete for their spot on the show.

Eddie Kadi's time on Strictly Come Dancing has come to an end as he lost out to reality star Zara McDermott during Sunday's tense dance-off. Following the comedian and actor's performance on Saturday, he and dance partner Karen Hauer performed their routine again - which was a Samba to Calm Down by Rema and Selena Gomez.

This weekend, Eddie Kadi became the fourth contestant to leave Strictly Come Dancing after he faced off Zara McDermott in the dance off. The tense dance off saw both couples performing their routines for a second time.

The fifth live show of Strictly Come Dancing 2023 is set to take place on Saturday, and contestant Zara McDermott has admitted she's experiencing imposter syndrome and "can't stop pinching" herself. Former Love Islander Zara, 26, is competing on this year's Strictly with professional dancer Graziano Di Prima, 29, with the duo so far impressing viewers and the judges with their performances. Zara, who has been open about her lack of dance experience, has shared a message with fans ahead of Saturday's show, saying she "can't believe" she's made it to the fifth week of Strictly and is excited to show viewers the results of her hard work on the dance floor.

Ella Thomas may only have been living in the Love Island villa two months ago, but she has already set her sights on hosting the show.The reality star, 23, who placed third in the dating show alongside boyfriend Tyrique Hyde, is hoping to use her new platform to pave out a career in TV presenting - looking up to Maya Jama. Maya took the Love Island reigns this year, and certainly didn't disappoint as she was praised for her performance. Now, Ella tells OK!: "I'd love to go into presenting, it's such a dream of mine.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Graziano Di Prima has opened up about his family back in Italy, revealing that they've only watched the live show once in the five years he's been in the cast. The 29-year-old made his debut in series 16 alongside radio presenter Vick Hope and has since been partnered with Judi Love, Kym Marsh and this year's Zara McDermott.

Zara McDermott has opened up about her relationship with boyfriend Sam Thompson and his feelings about her doing Strictly Come Dancing, revealing that it's "not always completely balanced" for the couple. The 26-year-old Love Island star is currently partnered up with Italian professional Graziano Di Prima on the BBC One show and spends most of her time in training for Saturday night. When asked how she's balanced her relationship with the Strictly experience, Zara told OK! in an exclusive interview that Made in Chelsea 's Sam has been "amazing" throughout.