Week two of Strictly Come Dancing 2023 is over - and what a show it was!
Layton Williams topped the leaderboard with the first nines of the series after an amazing Quickstep.
The public vote is now open! One couple will be leaving in Sunday night's results show.
Welcome to Strictly Come Dancing week two!
Here we are again for Strictly Come Dancing week two – and we are so excited to see the celebs strut their stuff on the ballroom floor. Make sure you follow along with our live blog right here where we'll be bringing you all the best bits from Saturday night’s show, including all the dances and judges' scores.
This week, viewers at home will be able to vote for their favourite dances at the end of the show and the celebs with the lowest amount of votes, combined with the judges' scores, will find themselves in the dreaded dance-off in Sunday’s first results show of the series.
So, who will land first place on the leaderboard tonight? Will it be Nigel Harman after his epic Paso Doble last week? Or will someone else nab the top spot? Stay tuned to find out…
© Guy LevyBobby and Dianne kick off week two with the Charleston
What a start to week two!
The Charleston isn't an easy dance but Bobby certainly made it look that way… And those lifts? Amazing!
Craig thought his flicks could be higher but said his swivel was fantastic, and I agree! Well done Bobby!
Bobby's score: 29
© Ray BurnistonAnnabel and Johannes brought the sunshine with their Quickstep
What a joy that was! Annabel might have been feeling a little nervous but she needn't be. As Motsi said, no mistakes were made here.
Both Craig and Anton said she flew around the room and Shirley said she looked like sunshine. Job well done, I say.
Annabel's score: 22
© Guy LevyJody and Jowita turn up the heat with the Paso Doble
Oh Craig, it's only week two!
The judges thought Jody's upper body could use a bit more "flow", but there was plenty of energy, drama and attitude – and we love to see it! Bravo.
Jody's score: 16
© Ray BurnistonEllie and Vito bring the fun with the Foxtrot
Well, wasn't that delightful? Craig said he absolutely loved their dance, and so did I!
Ellie said she was a bit nervous, but it didn't show! We can see her going far in the competition.
Ellie's score: 31
© Guy LevyNigel and Katya's Viennese Waltz made us smile
Shirley may have had a fair few critiques but the rest of the judges loved it and I agree!
There may have been some technical errors, but he still brought passion, personality and enthusiasm. Well done!
Nigel's score: 27
© Kieron McCarronNikita and Gorka's Charleston was fab!
Craig was met with some boos for saying the dance was "limp, lame and lacklustre". Ouch. But the judges did admit that Nikita made a huge improvement from last week, so bravo Nikita!
While there's room for improvement, Nikita and Gorka certainly looked like they were having a great time.
Nikita's score: 18
© Guy LevyLes and Nancy dance the Samba
A bit harsh, Craig?! Maybe not…
It may have not been the perfect Samba, but Les and Nancy were met with a standing ovation regardless. And I agree with you Shirley, a 10 for entertainment!
Les's score: 15
© Guy LevyAdam and Luba bring the drama with the Tango
The Tango is a notoriously tricky dance, but Adam really came through. There may have been some mistakes but his acting skills really came into play and made for an entertaining performance. Plus, his score improved from last week, so that's a win in my eyes!
Adam's score: 23
© Ray BurmistonAmanda and Giovanni wow with their show-stopping Salsa
Wow, wow, wow. If Amanda and Giovanni's Salsa didn't have you on your feet, I don't know what will!
It's only week two, but Amanda proved she's got a lot to give in this competition, and those lifts were nothing short of impressive.
Like Craig said, A-MA-ZING.
Amanda's score: 32
Krishnan and Lauren dance the Foxtrot
How lovely was that? It may not have been perfect when it comes to technique, but Krishnan certainly knows how to make us smile with his positive energy. Nice job.
Krishnan's score: 20
© Guy LevyEddie and Karen bring the energy with the Cha Cha Cha
It may not have been the most technical Cha Cha Cha, but Eddie certainly knows how to move his hips!
Of course, Craig sparked some boos with his criticism of Eddie's technique but thankfully, Shirley said he has one of the 'most musical bodies of the competition', and Anton loved it!
Eddie's score: 21
© Guy Levy
Zara and Graziano impress the judges with their Quickstep
Zara was keen to impress her grandparents with her Quickstep and I think they would be proud – she nailed it!
Shirley said it was a "beautiful performance" and Craig said she has "a lot of potential" -- high praise indeed!
Well done!
Zara's score: 23
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Angela S and Carlos wow with their jive
Now THAT'S how you do a jive. Angela and Carlos brought the energy, fun and technique – what more could you want?
Shirley said she was in awe of Angela's leg positions, and Craig said he loved it. Angela's definitely one to watch in this year's competition!
Angela's score: 29
© Ray BurmistonAngela R and Kai's Foxtrot is dreamy
Angela just oozes elegance, doesn't she?
The Foxtrot is known for being a particularly demanding dance but Angela showed us how it's done.
Craig said she and Kai make a brilliant partnership and I couldn't agree more!
Angela's score: 31
© Kieron McCarronLayton and Nikita steal the show with the Quickstep
Quicksteps don't really get much better than that, do they? Wow!
Motsi said it was the dance of the night, and I couldn't agree more!
Not only did Layton close the show, but he topped the leaderboard with the first nines of the competition. Amazing!
Layton's score: 36
And that's a wrap on week two!
What a show! The celebs really brought their A-game this week and we can't wait to see how they improve as the competition goes on.
Our highlights were Angela Rippon, Amanda Abbington, Angela Scanlon and of course, Layton Williams.
Don't forget to tune in next week for week three of the live shows and, as Tess and Claudia say, keeeeep dancing!
