Fans Suspect Producer Conspiracy
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left shocked when Layton Williams found himself in the bottom two of the competition. Some viewers believe that this was a deliberate move by producers to create a week of adversity for the West End superstar before his triumphant comeback.
"Set Up" Claims Spread on Social Media
Speculation quickly spread on social media platform Reddit, where one fan created a thread sharing the full leaderboard from the week. Angela Scanlon, presenter of The One Show, scored the lowest with 31 points for her Cha Cha and was ultimately eliminated. Meanwhile, former Coronation Street star Ellie Leach took the top spot with an impressive 39 points.
Outlandish Theories Emerge
However, one fan took things a step further, suggesting that Layton had been deliberately "set up" for the bottom two. They claimed that the choreography and song choice for his performance were subpar, and that being the first to perform put him at a disadvantage. The fan speculated that this was all part of a plan to prevent Layton from easily winning the competition, only to then allow him to showcase his true talent and earn a perfect score in the following week.
Support for Layton Grows
Other fans rallied behind Layton, expressing sympathy for the talented dancer who is facing criticism despite his skill. They anticipated that even if Layton performs well in the upcoming week, it may be his last on the show. These supporters promised to savor his performance and be prepared with tissues for the emotional segment where Layton and his partner Nikita reflect on their journey.
Other Standout Performances
Amidst the controversy, EastEnders star Bobby Brazier paid a heartfelt tribute to his late mother Jade Goody, earning him second place on the leaderboard with 38 points. Former tennis star Annabel Croft secured a score of 36 for her Paso Doble, just two points behind Bobby.
