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Pete Wicks remains in Strictly Come Dancing despite low scores and criticism

independent.co.uk — November 30, 2024 at 11:01 PM UTC

Pete Wicks, a former TOWIE star, finished at the bottom of the leaderboard for the third consecutive week on Strictly Come Dancing. He performed a Waltz but struggled with technical elements, sparking debate on social media about his continued presence in the competition. Despite criticism, Wicks has shown improvement since the start of the show. Judges noted his progress from being a novice dancer to performing better in recent weeks, particularly in character-driven routines. His highest score came during Halloween Week with a Viennese Waltz. Wicks acknowledges the support from fans who continue to vote for him. He expressed gratitude and a commitment to keep trying his best in the competition, highlighting the show's spirit of perseverance and fan engagement.

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