Strictly Come Dancing Stars Moved to Tears Following Heartfelt Performance

During the latest episode of Strictly Come Dancing, an emotional moment unfolded as the performances left some stars in tears. The show aired on November 15, 2025, featuring hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.

Heartfelt Performances on the Dance Floor

This week, former footballer and sports journalist Karen Carney partnered with professional dancer Carlos Gu. They performed a striking American Smooth to the song “You Don’t Own Me” by SayGrace. After their performance, the judges had high praise for the duo.

A Tribute to Hard Work

Judge Shirley Ballas highlighted Karen’s remarkable progress in posture since the show’s start. She noted, “Your posture has come along so beautifully.” This compliment resonated deeply with Karen, who has been overcoming the challenges of Scheuermann’s disease, a condition that affects spinal curvature.

As the pair spoke with Claudia Winkleman, they struggled to hold back tears. Carlos expressed admiration for Karen’s dedication, explaining, “She worked so hard this week. I know the ballroom is not her strength, but she really wanted to try.”

Emotional Moments Behind the Scenes

After the performance, an emotional Carlos shared how hard Karen had been working despite her physical limitations. Karen, visibly moved, stated, “I want to do well for him. He’s been patient and given me guidance.” Their vulnerable exchange highlighted the strong bond forming between the dancer and her partner.

Scoring and Future Prospects

Their efforts were rewarded with a solid score of 31 points, raising the question of whether it would be enough to secure their place in next week’s round. The excitement continues as the competition approaches Blackpool Week, scheduled for November 22.

Fans can look forward to more performances and emotional moments every Saturday on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.