Latest updates from Strictly Come Dancing Halloween week

by · Mail Online

Strictly Come Dancing celebrities returned to the ballroom on Saturday night for a specially-themed Halloween week.

EastEnders' Jamie Borthwick wowed the judges once again and secured joint top spot on the leaderboard with Sarah Hadland from hit comedy show Miranda.

But Chris McCausland and Punam Krishan sit in trouble at the bottom of the table with scores of just 26 points. 

This Sunday will see a fifth celebrity eliminated from the competition after Paul Merson last week joined Nick Knowles, Toyah Willcox and Tom Dean in being voted out. 

Here's MailOnline's recap of the commentary and reaction to week six of Strictly Come Dancing.

16:34

Good evening!

Hello and welcome to MailOnline's live coverage of the Strictly Come Dancing live show on Halloween week.

Tonight promises to be spook-tacular as 11 celebrities take to the ballroom all hoping to avoid the dreaded dance off.

Last week, the undoubted stars of the show were Jamie Borthwick and Montell Douglas who each scored a near faultless 39 points.

While JB Gill was saved by the judges as Paul Merson was sent packing when the faced off on Sunday.

So who will come out on top on Fright Night and who will suffer a Halloween nightmare.

Stick with us to find out as we guide you through tonight's show and join in by posting your thoughts in our comments section.

19:45

WATCH: Wynne performs his salsa with partner Katya

What score would you have given him? Let us know in the comments

19:42

Fans claim Wynne was 'overmarked'

Strictly viewers have taken to social media to complain that Wynne was 'overmarked' with his score of 31 points.

It comes as the show has been embroiled in previous fixing rows.

19:32

Strictly Come Dancing fans left in stitches after witnessing 'absolutely PERFECT' moment on the BBC dance show

By Bethan Edwards

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left in hysterics as they witnessed the most 'genius' costume while watching the Halloween special of the BBC show on Saturday.

Professional dancer Carlos Gu looked unrecognisable as he transformed into host Claudia Winkleman wearing a matching outfit to hers.

Carlos wowed as he donned an oversized black blazer and coordinated long lace skirt which matched perfectly with Claudia.

He even rocked an eye catching black wig copying the presenters iconic hair style complete with her fringe.

Strictly fans left in stitches after witnessing 'PERFECT' moment
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left in hysterics as they witnessed the most 'genius' costume while watching the Halloween special of the BBC show on Saturday. 
Mail Online
19:28

Here's the verdict from MailOnline readers tonight!

Drum roll please... Here's what our readers made of tonight's show.

Loved Pete's make up and costume and his dance as the Joker!
Chris was grossly under marked for a fantastic performance!
Brilliant show tonight.
Absolutely love Montell and Johannes but I am so sick of Chris being judged on the same level as the trained professional dancer Tasha

19:20

WATCH: Seeing Double! Carlos dresses as Claudia for Halloween Week

19:19

What does the leaderboard look like for week six?

Here is what the final set of scores are looking like for week six of Strictly!

  • Jamie and Michelle - 38
  • Sarah and Vito - 38
  • Tasha and Aljaz - 37
  • Montell and Johannes - 35
  • JB and Amy - 32
  • Pete and Jowita - 31
  • Shayne and Nancy - 31
  • Wynne and Katya - 31
  • Sam and Nikita - 31
  • Chris and Dianne - 26
  • Punam and Gorka - 26

19:10

And that's it for performances tonight!

Voting is now open...

Remember to share what you thought in the comment section below.

19:09

'You are the cherry on the cake': Sam and Nikita last on the dancefloor

Hockey star Sam was disappointed with her performance but pulled it back with an impressive jive.

Motsi said the performance was the 'cherry on the cake' of a fantastic show.

They scored 7, 8, 8, 8 for a total of 31 points - Sam's best yet.

19:00

STANDING OVATION! Sarah and Vito wow the crowd

Sarah and Vito performed the first Argentine Tango of the series and it did not disappoint.

Motsi said it was the 'dance of the night'.

9, 10, 9, 10 for a total of 38 points and joint top of the leaderboard.

18:53

Jamie and Michelle in top spot (once again)

EastEnder's Jamie is going from strength to strength and once again received fantastic comments from the judges.

Anton said: 'Joyous, you’re so good, just learn to love it'. Craig said: 'In-credible'.

Shirley concluded: 'Pure genius, easy on the eye, what a partnership is developing'.

And the scores are in: 9,10,10,9 for a total of 38 points.

Jamie and Michelle are once again top of the leaderboard.

18:49

Can Jamie and Michelle come out on top?

Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas came joint-top of the table last week with an absolutely huge score of 39.

But will they be able to do it again this Fright Night?

The pair are performing an American Smooth to The Addams Family Theme by Vic Mizzy.

18:43

'Paso-tastic'- Shayne and Nancy's scores are in

Shayne and Nancy received 8, 8, 7, 8 for a total of 31 points. That's leaves them mid-table tonight.

18:40

Shayne and Nancy’s paso doble

For this week's performance, bewigged Shayne Ward takes on the role of a musical conductor while his partner Nancy Xu represents the musical notes.

The pair are dancing a Paso Doble to In The Hall of the Mountain King by Grieg.

18:35

The scores are in for Tasha and Aljaz

9,9,9,10... and a total of 37.

That is HUGE and the highest ever Halloween samba.

18:33

Tasha and Aljaz 'move it, move it'

Tasha and Aljaz suffered a rare dip in form last week with a bumby tango.

But in the words Anton this was as 'good a week as they could possibly have.'

Craig said the dance was 'AMAZZZING' whereas Motsi described it as outstanding.

Surely that is enough to put them high up on the leaderboard, if not on top.

18:27

Dance-floor survivors are back on track

Motsi, Shirely and Anton all dished out the compliments for JB and Amy saying 'you have gone from strength to strength'.

Craig was slightly more critical but the pair still landed a fantastic score of 32.

That is the best foxtrot of the series so far!

18:22

JB and Amy Dowden head to the floor after a rocky end to last week in the bottom two

JB and Amy are preparing to get their dance shoes on after a rocky week in the bottom two last week. But will they be able to pull it out of the bag this week?

The pair will be performing the Foxtrot to iconic track Dancing In The Moonlight.

18:19

Wynne and Katya's 'devilish' Salsa

Wynne and his dance partner Katya took to the dance floor with a Salsa as they try to shake off the last whiffs of the 'handgate scandal' two weeks ago.

Katya barely touched the floor in the opening 30 seconds with Wynee impressing the judges with his lifts.

Overall they landed an impressive score of 31 with 7, 8, 8, 8 - this leaves them mid-table for now.

18:09

Can Punam improve on last week's 'flat performance'

Punam and Gorka received just 21 points from the judges last week- and came into Fright Night as the bookies favourite to go home.

The pair dressed as pirates took to the dance floor with a Tango to Sweet Dreams by Eurythmics.

The judges noted improvement on last week and landed 6, 7, 6, 7 for a total of 26 points.

That is their second highest score of the competition so far but will it be enough...

18:02

Montell and Jojo take top spot on leaderboard

Montell and Jojo walk away with a stunning score of 35 after getting 9, 9, 9, 8 from the judges.

That is the best cha cha of the series and they move to the top of tonight's leaderbaord.

17:58

'Fire in the house': Montell and Jojo take on the cha cha cha

What a spook-tacular perfomance from Montell and Jojo!

Shirely said: 'Hip action to die for. You were simply breathtaking.'

Anton added: 'You were marvellous. Wonderful characterisation. Strong performance. To give you something to work on I would like better leg speed.'

Craig also dished out the compliments, saying: 'The potion worked, loved it.'

17:52

The scores are in for Pete and Jowita...

Pete's best score yet! He will be pleased with that...

7, 8, 8, 8 for a total of 31 points

17:49

'No joke(r)' - Pete and Jowita impress judges

Pete and Jowita took to the dance floor in their Joker custumes to try and improve on last week's score of just 22.

This week they danced a Viennese Waltz to That's Life by Frank Sinatra.

Here are some of their comments from the judges:

Anton: 'This is your best dance this series. You are growing baby!'

Craig: 'A little musically behind. Smoother transitions, I would like to have seen. But you have grown brilliantly.'

Shirely said the performance was 'no joke when it came to the dancing'.

17:38

'You did more than staying alive': Mixed reviews for Chris

Chris received mixed reviews from the judges as he opened Strictly's Halloween Week.

Motsi said: 'What a fun way to open us to the show. You nailed the character'

'You did more than staying alive you survived the opening.'

Whereas Shirley said he 'overcooked the bounce a little bit' but overall did 'incredibly well.'

Anton added the dance 'lacked fluidity but timing excrptional'. Craig concluded 'too much hopping, needed stretch and smoothness'.

Judges’ scores for Chris and Dianne: 5 (boo!), 7, 7, 7 for a total of 26 points.

17:30

It's time to get your (spooky) sequins on!

Week 6 of Strictly Come Dancing is officially here - sit back, relax and watch with us as we welcome the first couple - Chris and Dianne - onto the dancefloor!

The pair will be performing a spooky Samba to 'Stayin’ Alive' by the Bee Gees.

17:20

Five minutes until the witching hour...

We're just minutes away from Week 6's live show kicking off on BBC One.

Our reporter Olivia Christie will guide you through the performances as the 11 remaining celebrities take to the dance floor.

Let us know your reaction to tonight's show by joining in the conversation in our comments section.

17:19

What dances are on the cards tonight?

Tonight's show will be the most varied of the series so far with TEN different dances on display.

There will be just one overlap with Chris McCausland and Tasha Ghouri both performing Sambas.

And perhaps most exciting of all Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola will treat viewers to Strictly's first Argentine tango of 2024.

17:11

Strictly's JB Gill reveals his gruelling exercise routine for the show has spiced up his marriage

By Sean O'Grady

JB Gill has revealed his gruelling workout regime on Strictly Come Dancing is benefiting his love life with wife Chloe.

The JLS singer, 37, has been tearing up the dancefloor with his professional dance partner Amy Dowden on this year's series.

The hitmaker told how his partner, who he married in 2014 after six years of dating, has been loving the changes to his body the show has brought.

Strictly's JB Gill reveals show has spiced things up with wife Chloe
The JLS singer, 37, has been tearing up the dancefloor with his professional dance partner Amy Dowden on this year's series.
Mail Online
17:03

Strictly's Tasha Ghouri wraps up in a baby pink tracksuit and white faux fur coat as she and Wynne Evans join stars leaving their hotel for Halloween Week

By Jessica Janes

Tasha Ghouri and Wynne Evans were among the Strictly stars departing their hotel for Elstree Studios ahead of the show's much-anticipated Halloween Special on Saturday.

Love Island star Tasha, 26, cut a stylish yet semi-casual figure as she sported a baby pink tracksuit consisting of a cropped hoody and slim-fit jogging bottoms.

She teamed the matching tracksuit with a chic white fur coat and sported a pair of brown platform Ugg boots.

The star beamed as she departed from the hotel with a silver suitcase and her belongings in her arms.

Strictly's Tasha Ghouri cuts a stylish figure in a baby pink tracksuit
Tasha Ghouri and Wynne Evans led the stars departing their hotel for Elstree Studios ahead of the Strictly Come Dancing live show on Saturday. 
Mail Online
16:59

Who are the favourites to be eliminated this week?

According to the one bookmaker, Dr Punam Krishan and her dance partner Gorka Marquez are favourites to be eliminated this week with odds suggesting they are most likely to take part in the dance-off.

Betway spokesperson Chad Yeomans told the Express:

This Halloween-themed weekend, Dr. Punam Krishan could be in for a real fright as she is the 2/1 favourite to waltz off the show for good. The Glasgow-born GP is set to perform a spine-chilling Tango to 'Sweet Dreams' by Eurythmics, but she'll need a good week in rehearsals to avoid a nightmare on the dance floor.
Ex-Olympian Sam Quek is also creeping into the danger zone, as she is the 3/1 second favourite to exit this Sunday. Meanwhile, Pete Wicks and Shayne Ward are both on thin ice and find themselves next in the betting to be taking their final bow on the show.

16:52

Halloween Week song and dances

Can't wait for tonight's action?

Here's a preview of the Halloween-themed songs and dances

  • Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe - Cha Cha to Love Potion No. 9 by The Clovers
  • Punam Krishan and Gorka Márquez - Tango to Sweet Dreams by Eurythmics
  • Sam Quek and Nikita Kuzmin - Jive to Time Warp by The Rocky Horror Picture Show Cast
  • Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola - Argentine Tango to Ready Or Not by Fugees
  • Tasha Ghouri and Aljaž Škorjanec - Samba to I Like to Move It by Reel 2 Real
  • Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell - Samba to Stayin Alive' by The Bee Gees
  • Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas - American Smooth to The Addams Family Theme by Vic Mizzy
  • JB Gill and Amy Dowden - Foxtrot to Dancing In The Moonlight by Toploader
  • Pete Wicks and Jowita Przystał - Viennese Waltz to That's Life by Frank Sinatra
  • Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu - Paso Doble to In The Hall of the Mountain King by Grieg
  • Wynne Evans and Katya Jones - Salsa to Canned Heat by Jamiroquai

*not necessarily in order of performance*

16:46

Our three favourite Strictly stories you may have missed this week

Let's revisit some Strictly Come Dancing stories as reported by MailOnline.

We've seen celebrities confirm new romances, try to move on from controversy and admit their injury woes.

Meanwhile former Strictly pro Giovanni Pernice insists he holds no ill will towards Amanda Abbington after revealing HIS side of the story in Mail interview.

And ex judge Arlene Phillips weighs in on the Strictly bullying scandal as she urges show to 'turn down the pressure'.

Here's our three favourite Strictly stories this week:

To keep up to date with all your Strictly news throughout the week, visit the MailOnline website.

16:40

Week five leaderboard - Which celebrities wowed the judges

Heading into Halloween week, let's take a look at which celebrities impressed judges Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke.

And who will be looking to surge up the leaderboard to avoid slipping into the bottom two.

  • Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas: 9 + 10 + 10 + 10 = 39
  • Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe: 9 + 10 + 10 + 10 = 39
  • Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell: 8 + 9 + 9 + 9 = 35
  • Wynne Evans and Katya Jones: 7 + 9 + 9 + 8 = 33
  • Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu: 7 + 8 + 8 + 8 = 31
  • JB Gill and Amy Dowden: 7 + 8 + 7 + 8 = 30
  • Tasha Ghouri and Aljaž Škorjanec: 8 + 9 + 8 + 9 = 34
  • Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola: 8 + 8 + 8 + 8 = 32
  • Sam Quek and Nikita Kuzmin: 6 + 7 + 6 + 7 = 26
  • Pete Wicks and Jowita Przystał: 4 + 5 + 6 + 7 = 22
  • Dr Purnam Krishnan and Gorka Marquez: 4 + 6 + 5 + 6 = 21
  • Paul Merson and Karen Hauer: 3 + 5 + 5 + 6 = 19

Key Updates

  • Here's the verdict from MailOnline readers tonight!
    View post
  • Jamie and Michelle in top spot (once again)
    View post
  • 'Paso-tastic'- Shayne and Nancy's scores are in
    View post
  • Dance-floor survivors are back on track
    View post
  • 'Fire in the house': Montell and Jojo take on the cha cha cha
    View post
  • 'You did more than staying alive': Mixed reviews for Chris
    View post
  • It's time to get your (spooky) sequins on!
    View post
  • Halloween Week song and dances
    View post

TOP STORIES

  • Binky Felstead on life Beyond Chelsea: As she prepares to open up like never before on 'raw' new show, how she overcame TV heartbreak to become the 'happiest she's ever been' - and why she no longer watches MIC!

  • Strictly star Sam Quek insists the BBC One show IS a 'safe' place for women following Amanda Abbington 'bullying' scandal as she breaks silence on shock A Question of Sport axing

  • Chloe Sims reveals the real reason she abruptly pulled her daughter, 19, from filming TOWIE and discloses Madison's secret talent which has shocked family members

  • Sarah Hyland says she is still 'triggered' by a past abusive relationship that a Modern Family costar helped her get out of

  • Beyonce's sister Solange Knowles, 38, reveals debilitating diagnosis

  • Ryan Thomas throws lavish 16th birthday bash for daughter Scarlett - but 'mum Tina O'Brien is nowhere to be seen'

  • I'm A Celebrity bosses 'eyeing up Maura Higgins to replace Tommy Fury in the jungle after boxer pulled out last minute' - and they're hoping she'll spill the beans on Molly-Mae Hague

  • Anne Hathaway looks unrecognizable with blonde wig and spooky makeup as she kicks off Halloween early

  • Gwen Stefani, 55, cuts a stylish figure in torn jeans and a colourful checked gilet as she goes shopping for Halloween essentials

  • Saturday Kitchen viewers are left outraged by guest's 'inappropriate' outfit: 'She changed into that to cook?'

  • Daisy Ridley cuts a chic figure in a black satin blazer and matching trousers as she attends a Magpie screening in New York

  • Former Bake Off host and Traitors star join forces to front new BBC show based off popular board game

  • Single Liam Neeson, 72, says he's 'madly in love' with co-star Pamela Anderson, 57, in gushing interview

  • 'Victoria's aghast at Cruz's older woman.... but David thinks it's every boy's dream': Friends tell ALISON BOSHOFF what the Beckhams really think of their son's glamorous much older Brazilian lover

  • Joe Lycett is a FATHER! Comedian reveals he's welcomed a son with mystery partner as he shares sweet snap of him cradling the newborn

  • James Franco gives devastating update on friendship with Seth Rogen

  • As Joe Lycett reveals he's welcomed a son with his girlfriend 'Denise' - how the flamboyant comedian has slammed fans for assuming he's only attracted to men

  • Tom Holland goes viral protecting girlfriend Zendaya from photographers out in NYC

  • Hugh Jackman's ex-wife Deborra-Lee Furness was 'suspicious' of his Broadway costar Sutton Foster

  • Strictly's Wynne Evans embroiled in further controversy as 'vulgar joke he made behind-the-scenes is leaked' -amid 'wandering hand' incident

  • Roman Kemp reveals bitter feud with a James Bond star who 'nearly made him cry' after EXTREMELY rude meeting

  • Foyle's War star Honeysuckle Weeks accuses Jerry Hall's niece of being her late husband's mistress

  • David Beckham plants a kiss on daughter Harper's cheek as he watches Inter Miami game with wife Victoria in Fort Lauderdale

  • Kevin Kline reveals secret to 35-year marriage to former child star

  • Nicole Kidman's raciest roles yet! From steamy affairs to orgy scenes as she reveals how filming scenes for Babygirl left her with 'orgasm burnout'

  • Inside the Beckhams' record-breaking £60m Miami mansion with nine palatial bedrooms, rooftop lounge, spa and mooring for their luxury 100ft yacht

  • Strictly dancer who left Fern Britton in tears revealed by the Mail: TV star's experience with Artem Chigvintsev revealed in new Strictly scandal that's a fresh blow for beleaguered show

  • Revealed: How Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, 37, met her toyboy lover Jake Dunn, 24

  • Lily-Rose Depp puts on a VERY leggy display in skimpy striped bodysuit as she poses for outdoor photoshoot in Beverly Hills

  • Ben Affleck is ready to start dating after his split from Jennifer Lopez - but he has a non-negotiable

  • Lana Del Rey breaks silence on marriage to alligator tour guide Jeremy Dufrene

  • Revealed: The real reason Hugh Jackman has been the subject of false gay rumours for two decades - amid 'new romance' after shock split from wife

  • David Gandy blasts British Airways for splitting him from his daughter, two, who was forced to sit next to stranger on overbooked flight on way home from Marrakesh

  • Jamie Foxx fuels Diddy 'poisoning rumors' as he swerves questions about wild theory

  • Zendaya stuns in burgundy leather dress as she matches boyfriend Tom Holland to support him at non-alcoholic beer launch

  • Kyle and Jackie O producer raped in Sydney and admits suicide attempt

  • Madonna visits grave of late brother Christopher with model daughter Lourdes weeks after tragic death

  • Bianca Censori flashes sideboob in risqué leather bra for husband Kanye West's album launch in Tokyo

  • Keanu Reeves, 60, holds hands with girlfriend Alexandra Grant, 51, as they enjoy a rare outing for a lunch date at Scott's in London

  • Phil Lesh dies aged 84: Grateful Dead bassist and founding member passes away as tributes paid

  • Taylor Swift fans are convinced her ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn is dating a Kardashian

  • Iconic 70s TV show star still looks youthful on rare outing - but can you guess who it is?

  • Selena Gomez makes a 'Diddy slip' at fundraiser after her ex Justin Bieber was linked to the jailbird

  • Pete Davidson flaunts bare arms after having tattoos removed as he emerges from rehab looking healthier than ever

  • Andy Carroll and Lou Teasdale make their first public appearance after his split from wife Billi Mucklow as they join Lottie Moss and Diana Vickers at star-studded Hallowzeem bash

  • Has Giovanni Pernice found his amore on the dancefloor? After a tumultuous year facing accusations of bullying from Amanda Abbington, friends say there's a twinkle in his eye again, KATIE HIND reveals

  • Naked and Afraid star Sarah Danser dead at 34 after tragic accident

  • Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster 'sneak around' and 'spend all of their free time together' amid romance rumors

  • Home Improvement actor Zachery Ty Bryan arrested for DUI

  • Nicole Kidman's most shocking sex scenes... as star is set to push the limit in erotic new film Babygirl

  • James Buckley weighs in on The Inbetweeners after his co-star Simon Bird made a heartbreaking announcement about the reunion

  • Jamie Foxx addresses whether Diddy was 'responsible' for his 2023 hospitalization while filming Netflix special

  • He's a TV nepo-baby with a famous actor dad and BBC star mum who has just announced his new project - can YOU guess who his parents are?

  • Rebecca Judd shares angry note from her eight-year-old son's teacher after he broke his school's strict phone ban and causes chaos with a bizarre call

  • Lisa Snowdon, 52, showcases her jaw-dropping figure in a VERY racy bikini as she opens up on body confidence

  • Corinna Kopf dines at Nobu after retiring from OnlyFans with $67M and gives valet a generous tip