Strictly Come Dancing Fans Worried About Star in ‘Death Slot’

Fans of the BBC series “Strictly Come Dancing” expressed concerns about Karen Carney’s placement in the show, referring to it as the “death slot.” This term describes a position in the competition that often leads to lower viewer votes and increased elimination risk.

Latest Performances and Judges’ Feedback

On November 8, the competition reached its halfway point, featuring various celebrity pairings. One notable duo was Lewis Cope from “Emmerdale” and his partner Katya Jones. Their performance garnered a score of 35 points, despite their earlier achievement of a perfect score of 40.

Karen Carney, a former football star, and her dance partner Carlos Gu performed a Charleston routine. The dance was set to a medley that included “Upside Down” by Diana Ross and “Think” by Aretha Franklin. Judge Motsi Mabuse praised their performance as “contagious,” while Craig Revel Horwood affectionately dubbed Karen “Kaz-Daz” and commended her as a “right bobby-dazzler.” They also received a score of 35 points, tying them with Lewis Cope.

Reactions from Karen and Carlos

• Karen expressed disbelief at receiving her first tens, stating, “I could not believe it.” She conveyed her commitment to excel in her favorite show, especially as it is set in her hometown of Birmingham.
• Carlos acknowledged Karen’s incredible training effort, stating that she possesses a “superpower” that he recognized from the beginning.

Concerns About the “Death Slot”

Despite their strong performances, viewers noticed that Karen has frequently danced in the “death slot.” This has raised concerns among fans who feel it puts her at a disadvantage. On X (formerly Twitter), several users highlighted this issue:

• @writerofqueen noted, “This is like the third time Karen has been in the death slot or near the beginning.”
• @bjornsbright commented, “Kaz death slot every week is so unfair, needs our votes.”
• @danvers_adore expressed their anxiety but praised Karen’s amazing performance, saying, “I was terrified with Kaz being in the death slot but oh my god she was amazing!”
• @scddevereaux questioned, “KAREN IN THE DEATH SLOT AGAIN????? What have they got against her?”

The ongoing concern about Karen’s positioning in the competition has stirred a mix of support and worry among viewers as “Strictly Come Dancing” continues.