Strictly Come Dancing star breaks down in tears and has to be comforted by Rylan in dramatic scenes on It Takes Two

STRICTLY: It Takes Two fans were left open-mouthed as Craig Revel-Horwood delivered some brutal remarks about Fleur East. Judge Craig joined host Janette Manrara on the spin off show on Thursday, as he revealed the reason why popstar Fleur has ended up in the dance off for a second time.

Strictly Come Dancing 's Fleur East has addressed the prop incident that led to her restarting her dance-off performance, saying: "The show must go on."

Strictly Come Dancing fans are speculating the show may be fixed after not seeing all of Fleur East's dance-off.

STRICTLY star Shirley Ballas has shared a cryptic post amid speculation that she should be replaced as a judge. Last month the 62-year-old was blasted by fans who claimed that she is sexist. Many viewers think that Shirley has been showing preference to the male celebrity dancers over the women taking part on this year's series of the  BBC1 show.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans are fearing a fan favourite could be in trouble after landing one of the most difficult dance routines the series shows.  As the remaining 10 couples are heading into week seven of the competition, and after the shock elimination of EastEnders’ James Bye and Amy Dowden last week, it’s clear no one is safe.  Ellie Taylor and Johannes Radebe topped the leaderboard during the Halloween special, doing a Couples’ Choice routine inspired by Hocus Pocus to I Put A Spell On You.  However, fans are fearing that this may be a high coming before a fall, as they’ve now been landed with the difficult rumba.  The Cuban dance, which is characterised by slow and determined hip movements, passionate storytelling and requires immaculate posture.  Strictly rumbas have proven to either make or break partners during their stint on the show – and it hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans.  “Absolutely thrilled for Ellie and Jojo, although I sadly sense the glittery trap door next week with that rumba,” wrote one, before adding, “more than happy to be proved wrong.”  “Ellie and johannes rumba who else is scared?” said another.  While another took a quote from Whoopi Goldberg and said: “ellie t, you in danger girl”  Strictly is going back to basics this week after two back-to-back themed episodes.

EASTENDERS star James Bye has branded his Strictly Come Dancing exit as "one of the worst experiences of my life". The 38-year-old became the fifth celebrity to leave the competition when he found himself in the dreaded dance-off for the first time and was up against singer and broadcaster Fleur East, following a Halloween-inspired live show.

James Bye, 38, appeared with his professional dancer partner Amy Dowden, 32.Speaking to host Rylan Clark about their best efforts to stay in the competition, James recalled going up against his co-star Fleur East, 35, who as James said, “knows what she is doing”.Becoming the fifth celebrity to be voted off the BBC dance competition, EastEnders actor James appeared on It Takes Two to give his farewell interview, a ritual all couples go through after exiting the competition.When asked by Rylan what was going through his mind when they received the devastating news that they were going into the dance off, James replied: “It is up there with one of the worst experiences of my life.“Especially when you know you have to go against Fleur East.”Nodding along in agreement, Rylan echoed James’ thoughts saying: “She is pretty good!”“She knows what she is doing,” James replied, before going on to say that he loves her to “bits” making the entire experience all the more difficult to do.He said: “That is the other thing. It is horrible to feel like I am competing with someone I have got really close with, to someone who is such a lovely person and I know I am going to go.”Admitting that the result did not come as a surprise to him, James went on to reassure fans at home that he wouldn’t have wanted to have left the competition any other way, and that his experience ended on a high.What made his time on the show that extra bit special was being partnered with Amy, who James said “makes Strictly”.Boasting about his professional partner and now lifelong friend, James said: “Amy is what Strictly is all about.

"I am dancing against Fleur East, I went and did my best but she is phenomenal."I’ve had the best time on this show and I have a friend for life [in Amy].

Channel 5 newsreader and former Strictly Come Dancing star Dan Walker has described the BBC show as "entertainment" rather than a competition, as he gave his opinion as to who he thinks will win this year.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were in shock after their "favourite" contestant, James Bye, was booted off after a fierce dance off. Fans of the EastEnders actor were left "sad to see James Bye leave" Strictly Come Dancing, after he "did his best" in a brutal dance off along with partner Amy Dowden, against Fleur East and Vito Coppola. James and Amy gave it their all as they performed a Charleston for the Halloween Strictly special, dancing to Bumble Bee, by LaVern Baker, whislt donning beekeeper and bee costumes.

FORMER EastEnders star Davood Ghadami has reached out to his co-star pal James Bye after he was dumped from Strictly this weekend. Martin Fowler actor James become the latest celebrity to be eliminated from the hit BBC dance contest following an intense dance-off with singer and radio star Fleur East.  His pal Davood Ghadami, once a Strictly contestant himself, has now shared a heartfelt message to his best friend expressing how ‘proud’ he is of the star.

STRICTLY Come Dancing star James Bye's wife Victoria praised him after he was left in tears during his emotional exit. The EastEnders star, 38, found himself in the bottom two with popstar Fleur East, 35, on Sunday's results show. After battling it out in the dance off, the judges unanimously saved Fleur and James was eliminated.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were stunned to say goodbye to James Bye tonight after he was booted out in Halloween week. The EastEnders star, 38, found himself in the bottom two with popstar Fleur East, 35, on Sunday's results show. James and pro partner Amy Dowden tried to impress with their Charleston to Bumble Bee by LaVern Baker.

Strictly Come Dancing has found itself at the centre of another race row after Fleur East found herself in the dance off for a second time. Fans were outraged that Fleur landed in the bottom two alongside EastEnders' James Bye - despite scoring 32 points on Saturday night.

It comes after Shirley Ballas was dressed as The Addams Family’s Gomez Addams on Saturday night’s show.She was wearing the character’s signature pinstriped suit and bow tie.The judge had her hair slicked back as she gripped onto the iconic cane accessory.She said: “I’m short lol 5 2 inches @CraigRevHorwood is very very tall.” (sic)@MadameMargi wrote: “Craig is very tall wearing 6inch stilettos.So what.“Shirley is a natural beauty & a delightfully refreshing personality on this show.“Love Shirley Ballas.The only judge who can dance ballroom to the highest standard.” (sic)It follows as fans went wild in seeing Craig Revel Horwood dressed in drag on Saturday's Strictly, for which he was also wearing four inch heels.@Ariadne_reviews penned: “Obsessed with how good this is  #scd #strictly,” alongside a snap of Craig in his Halloween effects.The user added: “Also, it's just great to have drag on one of the biggest shows on television.”@Stellamnew said: “Love Craig - so talented and looks amazing tonight!“He was in drag for the first half of his brilliant one-man show and some folk didn’t realise it was him as he was so convincing. "Wonderful!”Craig’s outfit was a drag rendition of The Addams Family’s Morticia.He was introduced by hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly onto the stage.Craig looked unrecognisable as he walked down the steps in a long black dress and even longer black hair.

STRICTLY Come Dancing James Bye broke down in tears after he was given the boot on tonight's results show. The EastEnders star, 38, found himself in the bottom two with popstar Fleur East, 35, on Sunday's results show.

STRICTLY had a Halloween Week horror show as a feud erupted between the judges. A show source called the atmosphere “tense” after spats involving Craig, Motsi and Shirley. Craig had fired first by branding Motsi a “diva” in an interview.

EastEnders actor James Bye is the fifth celebrity to leave Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday after tough dance off during the show's Halloween special.

In response to the user, @Sazinthedon replied saying they were “missing out.”She said: “You’ve missed some amazing dances from Hamza,” referring to Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin. Other fans weren’t sure if Matt was having them on. @Lisa1979Marie wrote: “What?! I can't tell if you are being serious or not.”@BossettKay said: “Lmao: You've joined the #StrictlySpoiler thread, with the rest of us.”Towards the end of his stint on the show, Matt and partner Nadiya Bychkova had to perform their Jive to All Shook Up by Paul McCartney again while Kym Marsh and Graziano Di Prima danced their Samba to Volare by Gipsy Kings for a second time. After the two performances, Matt was eliminated from the competition. After finding out he was in the dreaded dance-off for a second time, Matt told Tess Daly: "It’s emotional you put your heart and soul in it.”Following the judges’ decision, Matt praised his partner Nadiya. Opening up on his time on the show, Matt said: “It’s an extraordinary experience, I have been in America for 25 years. “Thank you judges for your candour, you’ve helped me in many ways, my posture – Anton, I am more aware of it. “This lovely lady beside me, a world champion with all the patience.