Strictly Fans Outraged by Judge’s Controversial ‘Jail-Worthy’ Score for Karen Carney
Fans of “Strictly Come Dancing” expressed outrage following a controversial score from judge Craig Revel Horwood for participant Karen Carney. Carney, at the age of 38, is part of this year’s lineup on the BBC dance show, which is currently in its third week. The episode aired on October 11, featuring the popular Movie Week theme.
Movie Week Highlights
During Movie Week, contestants perform routines to iconic film soundtracks. Carney and her partner, Carlos Gu, chose to dance the Cha Cha to “She’s A Lady” by Tom Jones, a track from the comedy-action film “Miss Congeniality.” Although the judges praised Carney for her transformation into the character played by Sandra Bullock, the scoring was divisive.
Judge’s Controversial Score
- Craig Revel Horwood: Awarded 4 points.
- Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton DuBeke: Each gave 7 points.
Horwood’s score significantly lowered their total to 25 points. This led to a furious backlash on social media, with many fans feeling the score was undeserved. Comments included phrases like “A4 Craig really? So ridiculous,” and some noted the score was “jail-worthy.” The sentiment resonated widely, with fans comparing Carney’s performance to fellow contestant Ross King, who also received a low score from Horwood.
Fan Reactions
Numerous viewers noted that Carney’s performance deserved better than a four from Horwood. One fan exclaimed, “Karen deserved at least a 6 from Craig,” highlighting the polarization of judge scores on the show.
Other Show Developments
In another significant event, Neighbours star Stefan Dennis missed the live show after medical advice to rest. He and partner Dianne Buswell are automatically advancing in the competition. On the same day, Buswell addressed rumors about Dennis’s absence, clarifying she was not the cause and confirming her own capability despite her pregnancy.
Upcoming Performance
The duo was originally set to perform the Waltz to “Is It You (I Have Loved)” from the film “Shrek.” This season marks a historic moment with Buswell being the first professional dancer to compete while pregnant.
As the competition continues, fans eagerly await to see how the judges will score future performances, especially after the uproar surrounding Carney’s latest score.
