UPDATE: Strictly Come Dancing fans are in uproar after a surprising finalist was “unveiled” by Google’s AI on November 1, 2023. The revelation, which incorrectly named former England footballer Karen Carney as a finalist, has sparked outrage among viewers who feel the competition has been compromised.
Fans took to social media to express their frustration, with one viewer sharing a screenshot of the misleading AI search result. “Trying to find out which footballer has gone the furthest into the show and Google’s AI dropped this bombshell,” the poster lamented. Others chimed in, with one user humorously recalling a similar incident, stating, “Lol! I had similar recently when I was being nosey and looking up Jimmy’s wife. Google’s AI snippets confidently told me it was Lauren.”
This incident comes at a critical time in the competition. Last weekend’s Icons Week saw Amber Davies facing a shocking dance-off against Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, ultimately triumphing over him after securing enough public votes. However, Amber expressed her heartfelt emotions on Instagram, declaring, “I woke up this morning, and I felt like absolute garbage,” while holding a framed photo from her performance.
As the competition heats up, four couples have already been eliminated, including Thomas Skinner, Chris Robshaw, and Ross King. The show has also faced challenges, with injuries forcing contestants Stefan Dennis and Dani Dyer to withdraw from the series.
Fans were eager for the latest episode, which aired on November 1, as hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcomed back celebrities for Halloween week. In a stunning performance, former Emmerdale star Lewis Cope and his partner Katya Jones soared to the top of the leaderboard, scoring an impressive 40 points for their Couples Choice routine to “Creep” by Radiohead. In stark contrast, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer found themselves at the bottom with just 26 points for their American Smooth.
As the competition progresses, viewers remain on edge, anticipating which couple will face elimination next. The controversy surrounding the AI’s erroneous predictions adds a unique twist to the already vibrant atmosphere of the show.
The emotional stakes are high, and fans are left questioning the reliability of information in the age of AI. With emotions running high and the competition intensifying, the next episode of Strictly Come Dancing promises to be a must-watch.
Stay tuned as we bring you the latest developments from this captivating season. Strictly Come Dancing is available for streaming on BBC iPlayer.
