fans were united in their grievance regarding JB Gill and Lauren Oakley’s recent performance, although the pair weren’t to blame for the issue.
The duo was part of the seven couples making a comeback to the dance floor on Saturday night (November 23), as the tenth week of the One dancing competition kicked off after the previous weekend’s Blackpool extravaganza.
JLS sensation JB and his professional partner garnered an impressive score of 39 out of 40 for their energetic Charleston to Yes Sir! That’s My Baby by Firehouse Five Plus Two.
Sporting white trousers, a striped top and suspenders, the chart-topping singer executed a daring flip with Lauren and a cartwheel spin, alongside showcasing his rapid steps.
Judge Craig Revel Horwood lauded the act as “pure class”, while Motsi Mabuse observed that JB had become more relaxed, now possessing the “right swag”.
Strictly Come Dancing pro Amy was seen supporting JB and Lauren (Image: BBC)
Chief judge Shirley Ballas expressed her gratitude to JB for delivering “so much joy” on the dance floor, calling his display “amazing”.
Since week seven, JB has been paired with Lauren following the departure of his initial dance partner, Amy Dowden, who had to withdraw due to an injury earlier in the month, reports .
Amy, who couldn’t participate in the last series because she was receiving cancer treatment, was spotted in the audience supporting the couple as they achieved their second consecutive near-perfect score.
Strictly fans were left with a bitter taste as their favourite contestants on the dance floor failed to secure a perfect 40, voicing their disgruntlement on social media. @Momrocks50 expressed frustration tweeting: “Still no 40 lordy! That Charleston deserved 40 JB did well #Strictly.” (sic)
@JackTheFact29 voiced similar discontent, posting: “I’m really losing my patience with Craig, JB just gave a terrific routine worthy of a maximum 40! #Strictly.” (sic)
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Strictly Come Dancing’s Lauren Oakley and JB Gill wowed the judges (Image: PA)
As the search for flaws in the performances seemed futile, @somerandommark1 questioned: “Nobody could point a single flaw or criticism out for JB. HOW IS THAT NOT A 40 ? ! #strictly.” (sic)
While @victoriacarlin_ shared her shock, writing: “I am shocked that Craig didn’t give a 10 there, there was not a single negative said about JB and that to me should be a perfect score #Strictly. (sic)
@AmyTeamLH also chimed in, regretting having missed the performance live, penned: “Catching up with Strictly as I missed JB’s performance and how wasn’t that a 40? ! Damn you Craig! He was brilliant! #Strictly #StrictlyComeDancing.” (sic)
returns this Saturday at 7.05pm on One and iPlayer.