RHYS Stephenson has missed out on the Strictly Come Dancing final after a tense dance off with John Whaite. Both couples performed their chosen routines again on Sunday’s show. Rhys and his p…

AJ Odudu, Rose Ayling-Ellis and John Whaite are the three finalists for BBC's Strictly Come Dancing 2021, and the final airs next Saturday

THIS year’s Strictly Come Dancing finalists have been confirmed – as CBBC presenter Rhys Stephenson fell at the final hurdle. The kids telly host was sent home in Sunday’s show af…

Judge Craig Revel Horwood described Sunday's dance-off as "one of the most amazing I’ve ever witnessed".

Entertainment Daily pays heartfelt tribute to the much-loved Strictly Come Dancing stars who have died over the years

Rose and Gio have become the bookies favourites since the 2021 series began back in September, with the BBC EastEnders star winning the hearts of the nation.

Despite it being Nancy's first year competing on Strictly, she has reached the semi-final with Rhys after wowing the judges and public on the BBC show with their incredible routines - but she first stepped into the spotlight on another reality TV show...

The King of Ballroom has won over a lot of viewers this series

But fans of the programme have commented on social media in the wake of the announcement, with some threatening to boycott.

Professional dancer Karen Hauer, 39, will not appear on Strictly Come Dancing until next year after suffering a nasty leg injury.

Craig, one of four judges on the show, was under fire from fans after failing to give John a 10.

The Strictly judge is often praised for her everchanging hair styles and iconic dress sense.

Their two dances were flooded with praise as fans all commented on their "chemistry".

Rose made the jibe at Gio in a live TV gaffe during Saturday night's semi final.

Motsi is one of four judges used by the programme, including head judge Shirley Ballas, Anton du Beke, and Craig Revel Horwood.

According to the Mirror, the BBC was “distinctly unimpressed” with Nina’s comments about the judges’ voting.

I predict a surprise elimination, because it wouldn’t be Strictly if there wasn’t a shocking twist to gasp about at the eleventh hour

Rhys Stephenson, AJ Odudu, Rose Ayling-Ellis and John Whaite all performed twice in a bid to secure their place in the final week