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Perfect Scores Shine in Halloween Dance Showdown!

11/2/2025

Summary

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Lewis Cope and Katya Jones earned the season's first perfect score for their Couple's Choice routine in the Halloween-themed episode.
Judges praised the performance, with Anton Du Beke calling it among the best ever.
Karen Carney earned her first 10s for a Peaky Blinders-themed Argentine Tango.
Former contestants Layton Williams, Annabel Croft, and Krishnan Guru-Murthy attended.
The public vote determines which couples face elimination in the upcoming dance-off.

History

Historical Context

"Strictly Come Dancing" debuted on BBC One in 2004, revitalizing reality television in the UK by combining dance with audience participation. The show quickly gained popularity, attracting over 10 million viewers weekly and becoming a global franchise. Its innovative public voting system continues to influence contestants' outcomes, solidifying its cultural significance in British entertainment.

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Story summary

Lewis Cope and Katya Jones earned the season's first perfect score for their Couple's Choice routine in the Halloween-themed episode.
Judges praised the performance, with Anton Du Beke calling it among the best ever.
Karen Carney earned her first 10s for a Peaky Blinders-themed Argentine Tango.
Former contestants Layton Williams, Annabel Croft, and Krishnan Guru-Murthy attended.
The public vote determines which couples face elimination in the upcoming dance-off.

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