Hollyoaks actor Will Mellor and dancer Nancy Xu gave an electric performance as they jived to Livin’ La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin on the first live show of Strictly Come Dancing 2022.
The Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps star, 46, impressed judges Motsi Mabuse, 41, and Shirley Ballas, 62, so much that they gave him a standing ovation and a score of 34, leaving dancer Nancy, 31, in tears.
Motsi questioned where Mellor had learnt his impressive hip movements from as she exclaimed: “You surprised me, I’m speechless.That was fantastic.
Best start ever.” While Anton Du Beke, 56, said that it looked like the actor had been dancing the routine for 18 months, adding: “It was absolutely amazing.” And fans had similar thoughts following their performance, as one fan shared: "After Will Mellor’s jive, I have no words." Another said: "Thoroughly enjoyed watching @Mellor76’s performance on tonight’s @bbcstrictly, it was EPIC!!" while a third added: "Wow wow wow.
Read more on ok.co.uk