BREAKING: Strictly Come Dancing professional Karen Hauer has expressed her disappointment after receiving what she labeled a “harsh” score from the judges during the show’s Icons Week on October 25, 2023.
The dynamic duo, featuring Hauer and her celebrity partner Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, took the stage with a captivating Argentine Tango to Usher’s hit “Caught Up.” Despite earning a total of 30 points, the performance ignited a fierce debate among the judging panel.
Judge Craig Revel Horwood and Shirley Ballas offered critiques, while Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke showed their enthusiasm for the routine, creating a split that left viewers buzzing. Hauer’s bewildered reaction was evident as she questioned the judges’ feedback while moving to the Clauditorium to discuss the scores.
“I thought it was Icons Week, right? Or did I miss it?”
During the October 31, 2023 episode of the Strictly spin-off show It Takes Two, host Fleur East quickly turned the conversation to the challenging performance. She noted the emotional rollercoaster it created for the pair, who were visibly shaken by the mixed reviews.
Hauer candidly admitted, “Why do I still feel nervous?” and East humorously asked if they would be avoiding the Argentine Tango for the next 13 years. Hauer replied, “Probably. You know what, I loved it, but it’s just a shame sometimes.” She emphasized her commitment to the performance, stating, “If you want me to do an Argentine Tango classical then give me the music and I’ll do it. I got the assignment, and that was the assignment.”
Highlighting the complexity of the judges’ roles, Hauer reflected, “The judges have a really hard job on their hands, so sometimes they are going to like it and sometimes they’re not, but I just wish they liked it. That is all.”
The conversation sparked laughter among the audience, showcasing the lighter side of the competition amid the tension. As Strictly Come Dancing continues to captivate fans, the next episode airs on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 6:55 PM on BBC One and iPlayer.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as tensions rise and the competition heats up!
