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Who Went Out of Strictly Come Dancing Tonight?
Balvinder Sopal was the celebrity who left Strictly in the latest results show. She had reached the semi final which is already a long run in the competition.
She ended up in the bottom two after viewer votes and judges scores were combined. That meant she had to dance again to try to stay in the show.
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How the semi final played out
In the semi final each couple performed high difficulty routines to impress both judges and the public. The scores on the night were very close so the leaderboard was tight.
After all couples had danced the public vote changed the order and put Balvinder in danger. She faced the dance off where every small mistake can end a run that has lasted months.
She repeated her routine with more pressure than ever. Reports say the performance had emotion and commitment but it was not enough.
Why Balvinder went home?
The judges praised her journey and said she had grown through the series. They still had to make a choice based on technique performance quality and improvement on the night.
In the end the panel voted to save the other couple in the dance off.
That decision meant Balvinder became the last celebrity eliminated before the grand final.
Reaction from fans and judges
Judges called the decision close and highlighted that the semi final standard was very high. Their comments showed respect for her progress even though she did not make the last show.
Many fans online said they were upset to see her go at this stage. Some viewers argued she had done enough for a spot in the final and shared support messages after the result.
Who are the Finalists?
The line up for the 2025 Strictly Come Dancing final has now been confirmed. The remaining three celebrities all reached the top of the leaderboard at different points in the series.
The finalists are Amber Davies Karen Carney and one other celebrity contestant whose place was also secured in the semi final results. Each finalist goes into the last show with strong recent scores and clear backing from the voting audience.
What Happens next in the Final?
In the final the judges still give scores but the trophy is decided by the public vote alone. Finalists usually dance several routines including a showdance that is designed to show everything they have learned.
The last live show often brings back all eliminated celebrities for a group number. It closes the series with a celebration of the whole cast including those who left earlier such as Balvinder.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the latest Strictly Come Dancing results show, broadcast footage, and publicly available social media posts at the time of writing. Viewer votes, judges’ comments, and outcomes are subject to official BBC confirmation. This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only.
