Strictly Come Dancing 2025: Find Out Which Celebrity Was the Sixth to Be Eliminated
In the latest episode of Strictly Come Dancing 2025, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, known as Nitro from Gladiators, was eliminated as the sixth celebrity in the competition. The 37-year-old athlete faced the dance-off against La Voix from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK and Aljaž Škorjanec.
Elimination Details
Aikines-Aryeetey and his partner, Karen Hauer, lost the dance-off after all four judges chose to save La Voix. The former Team GB sprinter reflected on his journey, labeling his participation a “dream come true.”
Gratitude and Reflection
In his farewell remarks, Aikines-Aryeetey expressed gratitude toward Hauer for her guidance. He appreciated her ability to understand his unique approach to dancing.
- Harry’s Words: “You’ve understood my crazy brain. Thank you for the time and effort.”
- Hauer’s Praise: “I am extremely proud. You’re a hard worker and a gentleman.”
Notable Performances and Other Contestants
During this episode, EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal successfully moved forward with a Bhangra-inspired Couple’s Choice routine to “Sapphire” by Ed Sheeran and Arijit Singh after facing the dance-off three times.
In contrast, Alex Kingston, known for her roles in ER and Doctor Who, struggled during her performance. Tearfully, she revealed her battle with numerical dyslexia, which complicated her pasos doble to a lyric-free song.
- Kingston’s Challenge: The performance led to lower scores and a noticeable lack of confidence.
- Dyscalculia Statistics: The NHS reports it affects approximately 1 in 20 individuals.
Upcoming Episodes
Strictly Come Dancing continues to captivate audiences every Saturday. The next show is scheduled for 6.25 PM on 15 November.
