Strictly Come Dancing Shock Exit: Fan Favourite Eliminated After Halloween Week as Spoiler Leaks Online

Strictly Come Dancing has reportedly lost one of its most beloved contestants, leaving fans “gutted” and social media in turmoil after the results leaked online overnight.

Saturday night’s Halloween special saw the remaining celebrities and their professional partners take to the dance floor, performing spine-tingling routines in a glittering celebration of the spooky season. However, for one unlucky couple, the night proved to be more of a trick than a treat, as their time in the BBC competition came to an abrupt end.

According to reports circulating on social media early Sunday morning, the results of the pre-recorded elimination show — which airs officially tonight (November 2) — have already leaked. The revelation has divided Strictly fans, with many expressing heartbreak over the departure of the pair, while others agreed it was the “right decision” given Saturday’s performances.

“Sad to see them go,” one viewer posted on X (formerly Twitter). “I had a feeling this was going to be the result. Devastated for them, but it was probably fair.”

Another fan added: “A bit gutted — they’ve been improving every week and didn’t deserve to leave yet. Week six is still a great achievement though.”

A Spooky Night of High Drama

Saturday’s Halloween Week featured a mix of frightful fun and fierce competition. Contestants including Karen Carney and Lewis Cope delivered hauntingly creative routines, while athlete Harry Aikines-Aryeetey suffered a minor misstep that left some fans fearing the worst for his place in the contest.

Hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly presided over the festivities, dressed in elaborate gothic costumes as the studio transformed into a candle-lit ballroom of cobwebs, fog, and flickering pumpkins. The judges — Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke — also embraced the Halloween spirit, serving both compliments and sharp critiques in equal measure.

According to The Guardian, this year’s Strictly has drawn some of its highest ratings in recent years, averaging over 7 million viewers per episode, largely due to its mix of new talent and beloved returning pros (source: The Guardian, Oct 2025).

Mixed Reaction Online

While many fans are heartbroken, others praised head judge Shirley Ballas for making what they called the “only fair call” when the dance-off came down to two couples on the edge.

“Finally, the right decision!” wrote one viewer on Reddit’s Strictly forum.
“I’m happy with the result — all my favourites are still safe,” another added.

Still, a vocal section of fans weren’t so forgiving. “The British public should not be allowed to vote!” one frustrated commenter wrote, echoing a familiar complaint whenever a popular contestant exits early.

The Competition Heats Up

With Halloween Week now behind them, the remaining couples are preparing for Week 7, where the stakes will be higher than ever. The BBC has confirmed that the next live show will feature a “Remembrance-themed” opening number and several challenging ballroom routines (source: BBC News, Nov 2025).

Fans will finally see who was eliminated when the official results show airs tonight at 7:15 PM on BBC One. Until then, speculation continues to swirl online — with many wondering whether the leak will dampen the excitement for the evening’s broadcast.

As The Independent noted earlier this week, Strictly Come Dancing has managed to maintain its cultural dominance for over two decades, not just because of the dancing, but because of its “ability to unite fans across generations — and divide them just as quickly when the results don’t go their way” (source: The Independent, Oct 2025).