Pete and Jowita are partnered together (Image: @p_wicks01/Instagram)
Strictly fans are up in arms, convinced the show is rigged after ‘ semi-final routines were revealed.
The programme disclosed the pair of dances on , sparking outrage among fans who believe the competition is skewed in favour of the ex-Towie star.
The announcement detailed Pete’s upcoming performances: “Pete and Jowita Argentine Tango to Bittersweet by Symphony The Verve and Foxtrot to Beyond The Sea by Bobby Darin.”
Doubts about fairness surfaced in the comments, with one user remarking: “Another week and Pete has still avoided the jive ahahahahah the show is fixed mate.” (sic)
Another chimed in, questioning the dance choices: “Why does Pete get to avoid doing a Jive and a Charleston? Those are 2 really difficult dances that everyone else has had to do…seems unfair.”
A third fan expressed disappointment: “Are you joking me we’re not going to see a Pete Charleston or jive this season at all,” while another defended the selections: “Funny how it’s two of the hardest dances tho isn’t it.”
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Strictly fans are convinced that the show is fixed (Image: Instagram)
However, some fans are simply excited for the upcoming performance, with one commenting: “Bittersweet Symphony for Pete and Jowita sounds totally amazing and I literally cannot wait to see them perform this Dance.”
Amidst the controversy, Pete paid an affectionate homage to his Strictly comrade Jowita Przystal, just hours before Maura Higgins unveiled details about their relationship on television.
Pete took to social media to express his heartfelt gratitude to Jowita, sharing: “I’ve been struggling to think of what to say and it’s not often I’m lost for words. I am so overwhelmed and blessed to have had your support over the past 3 months, I never expected it and I have never taken it for granted.
Pete and Jowita Przystal will be doing the foxtrot (Image: Instagram)
“The belief you guys have had in me has been incredible, and at times, I’m not sure I’ve deserved it. I’ve said it before, but no amount of words will ever be able to repay what you have given me.
“People talk about the “journey” and let me tell you, this isn’t my journey at all. It’s our journey. Jowita, you and I have all been on this wild ride, and I wouldn’t have it any other way! “I literally have no idea how I’m gonna get through next week, but I can guarantee you I’ll be giving it my all. Thank you.”
* returns this weekend on One and iPlayer.