Spooky Spectacular: Recap of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing Halloween Special
The latest episode of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing featured a Halloween special that had fans buzzing on social media. The show saw ten pairs of dancers dressed in spooky costumes and performing to eerie songs. Head judge Shirley Ballas, along with Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke, returned to critique the performances. Fans took to social media to praise the elaborate costumes and makeup worn by both the judges and contestants, with many calling them outstanding.
Viewers were impressed by the creativity of the costume designers and makeup team, with many expressing their admiration for the intricate details. The judges and contestants were lauded for their spooky transformations, with fans describing the overall look as magnificent and exceptional. The first performance of the night by Vicky and Kai to Total Eclipse Of The Heart by Bonnie Tyler received a solid score of 31, setting the tone for the rest of the evening.
Hosted by Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, the 2025 series of Strictly Come Dancing is in full swing. However, the hosts recently announced that they will be leaving the show after this year. With the competition reaching its halfway point next week, only nine pairs will continue on to the next stage. Several contestants have already been eliminated, including Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, Lauren Oakley, Chris Robshaw, Nadiya Bychkova, Ross King, Jowita Przystal, Thomas Skinner, and Amy Dowden.
Unfortunately, Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell had to withdraw from the competition due to Stefan's calf injury. Despite their disappointment, Stefan announced his departure on Instagram, revealing that the injury was severe enough to prevent him from continuing on the show. Fans will have to tune in to Strictly Come Dancing The Results on Sunday night to find out which pair will be eliminated next. The show will air on BBC One at 7:30pm on November 2.