BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans fear Jamie Borthwick has 'offended' show judge as they demand 'justice'
by Jessica Sansome · Manchester Evening NewsStrictly Come Dancing fans have been left confused and fear Jamie Borthwick may have 'offended' one of the show's judges following his latest performance.
The EastEnders star was back in the ballroom on Saturday night (November 23) alongside partner Michelle Tsiakkas but they had their own tough act to follow after Jamie made his way onto the Tower Ballroom floor riding a giant sparkly ketchup bottle last weekend during the show's annual Blackpool special.
But moving on and during week ten of the BBC One dance contest, Jamie performed a graceful foxtrot to Stand By Me by Ben E King which saw him and Michelle awarded a score of 32 points out of a possible 40 from the judges for the routine, which saw them twirl and glide across the dancefloor.
Anton Du Beke said he thinks Jamie is a beautiful dancer but advised him to be more "ridiculous and over-the-top". Craig Revel Horwood certainly didn't hold back as he shared: "There were time where it looked like you were wearing a neck-brace. It keeps containing the dance."
And it's fair to say Strictly fans weren't happy with the judges' response to Jamie and Michelle's performance after previously noting they have been 'harsh' on the couple.
But they were particularly taken aback by Shirley's criticism after she was seen correcting Jamie, who is famed for playing Jay Brown in BBC's EastEnders, on his chin position.
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@clt19 said: "Has Jamie Offended Shirley In Some Way?! She’s Always So Over Critical Of Him! I Mean Marking Him A 7 But Giving Pete An 8?! I’m Baffled Honestly! #strictly #StrictlyComeDancing." @rebeccarydings commented: "It's bad enough that Jamie keeps getting over criticised and under marked but for Shirley to also have a dig at him whilst praising Tasha is too far! Just spiteful #StrictlyComeDancing #Strictly."
@tomwhujones fumed: "What is Shirley’s problem with Jamie, did he p**s in her coffee once #strictly." @fidel_beckie noted: "Shirley absolutely murdering Jamie again - for no good reason #strictly." @bronaghbabes commented: "I really don't understand what the judges have against Jamie and Michelle. EVery week they are so hard on them." @lauraalovess added: "Justice 4 Jamie!"