BBC Strictly's Carlos Gu comforted by co-star as he breaks down in tears
Strictly Come Dancing professional star Carlos Gu was thrilled with the feedback his celebrity partner Angela Scanlon received from the judges on Saturday night.
Strictly: Carlos Gu in tears after dance with Angela Scanlon
Strictly Come Dancing’s Carlos Gu was overcome with emotion following his routine with Angela Scanlon.
Once the duo received their critique from the judges, Carlos and Angela spoke with Claudia Winkleman about their dance.
As Angela confessed their performance felt extra special as it was in Blackpool, she started to wipe away Carlos’ tears.
He said: “I’m more than happy, I’m so proud of her. I’m so happy the judges gave comments to her like that.
“She’s been down for quite a few weeks and hearing that, it's just- I’m really happy.”
Starting to get teary, Angela pulled him in for a hug to comfort him as she thanked her partner for his kind words.
When it came to their score, they were awarded a total of 38 for their performance, five points better than their previous dance.
Their current score has put them in second place on the leaderboard, only one point behind joint firsts Layton Williams and Ellie Leach.
Although on the other end of the scale, Angela Rippon is at the bottom of the leaderboard with a total of 28.
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As there are only a few weeks left in the competition, the remaining celebrities are all battling it out for a space in the final.
Sadly, news anchor Krishnan Guru-Murthy became the latest contestant to be eliminated after going head-to-head with Angela Rippon.
The 53-year-old found himself at the bottom of the leaderboard after being awarded a total of 25.
Despite judges Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke all opting to save Angela, Shirley Ballas revealed her vote would’ve been to save Krishnan.
Speaking about his exit, he said: “Look this has been the most incredible experience. I said it has been life-changing and it genuinely has."
“The thing that has made Strictly really special is Lauren. She is the most incredible teacher, partner, and friend.
"She is the real Strictly star and I am so delighted I am the first partnership you have had. She is going to go a long way and I am very proud of her.”
Who will be the next person to leave the competition?
Strictly Come Dancing continues Sunday, November 19 on BBC One from 7:20pm
