Strictly stars in good spirits as they arrive at Blackpool Tower to rehearsals ahead of iconic show
STRICTLY Come Dancing’s biggest night is nearly here and the stars are in great spirits as they arrive at Blackpool Tower.
Tonight’s show will be taking place in the iconic ballroom at the seaside resort, with the BBC pulling out all the stops for a night to remember.
The cast were seen arriving this morning and were greeted by crowds to cheering fans who wanted to snap a selfie with their favourite stars.
Chris McCausland, who was wearing a comfy hoody, was seen signing homemade ’10’ paddles for kids who were waiting outside in the rain.
He stuck his tongue out at the cameras in a cheeky pose as he arrived at the venue.
Montell Douglas and Pete Wicks were caught up in the classic British weather, but also stopped to sign autographs and grab pictures for those waiting outside.
While Montell looked cosy in a big fluffy coat and jogging bottoms, Pete looked slick in a black leather jacket and matching beanie.
Despite the less-than-pleasant weather, Pete and Montell stopped to see those who had been waiting to catch a glimpse of them.
Wynne, who is favourite to leave the dancing competition tonight, looked like he was given pep talks from fans outside, smiling as he exchanged chats with patient admirers.
Tasha Ghouri cradled a giant bouquet of flowers as she made her way to the venue, giving everyone a smile and wave.
Last to arrive were the judges, with Craig Revel-Horwood, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke fresh-faced and giggly as they arrived together in a car.
Shirley later threw a peace sign to the camera before heading inside.
Tonight, the remaining eight couples will be giving it their all in order to stay another day in the competition.
As the fight gets tighter, bookies only place Tasha Ghouri, Chris McCausland and Sarah Hadland as anywhere near safe.
Wynne, who alongside Katya Jones landed in the bottom two last week, will have a lot to prove after beating Shayne Ward in the dance-off, much to the shock of viewers.
They will be hoping to impress with a Charleston to Carmen Suite No. 1: 5. Les toréadors by George Bizet.
Pete Wicks, Jamie Borthwick and Montell Douglas are all being considered as potentials to join him in the bottom two this week.
The live show airs tonight, with the results being aired on BBC One on Sunday evening.
Strictly: Blackpool Week Dance Routines
Here's what the stars will be dancing to this week:
- Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell – American Smooth to Jump by Paul Anka
- Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas – Jive to The Ketchup Song by Las Ketchup
- JB Gill and Lauren Oakley – Quickstep to Never Gonna Give You Up by Rick Astley
- Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe – Salsa to Don’t Leave Me This Way by Thelma Houston
- Pete Wicks and Jowita Przystał – Cha Cha to I’m Too Sexy by Right Said Fred
- Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola – Couple’s Choice to Padam Padam by Kylie Minogue
- Tasha Ghouri and Aljaž Škorjanec – Paso Doble to Torn by Nathan Lanier
- Wynne Evans and Katya Jones – Charleston to Carmen Suite No. 1: 5. Les toréadors by George Bizet