A Strictly Come Dancing star has seemingly aimed a pointed remark at fellow contestant Amber Davies, after the latter secured her place in the BBC show's grand final. The comment has thrown a fresh spotlight on the intense online trolling Amber has faced throughout the competition.
The Final Line-Up and a Controversial Exit
The Strictly Come Dancing final next weekend will see Amber Davies, Karen Carney, and George Clarke battle for the Glitterball Trophy. Their place was confirmed after a dramatic semi-final dance-off which saw EastEnders actress Balvinder Sopal and her professional partner Julian leave the competition.
All judges chose to save Amber and Nikita Kuzmin after the pair performed again. In her emotional exit speech, Balvinder reflected on her journey, calling it her "Yes Year" and praising Julian for his unwavering support. "You've been brilliant in every sense of the word," she told him.
A Seemingly Shady Remark on 'It Takes Two'
However, it was during her subsequent interview on the sister show It Takes Two with host Fleur East that Balvinder made a comment many viewers interpreted as a subtle dig at Amber's experience. Discussing the fateful dance-off, she said, "She’s of a different calibre."
She elaborated, "So going up against Amber, honestly, was game over for us because we're not of that level. I came into this competition a novice." This remark was seen by many as a reference to Amber's professional West End background, which has been a persistent point of criticism from some sections of the audience who believe it gives her an unfair advantage.
Amber's Response to the Trolling
The scrutiny on Amber intensified after a previous dance-off that saw Lewis Cope and Katya Jones eliminated. Addressing the harsh criticism, Amber admitted the past week had been particularly tough. "I would just like to remind everybody that I was never supposed to be here. I was a quick replacement. I’m just doing my best," she stated.
Her professional partner, Nikita Kuzmin, delivered a powerful and heartfelt defence of her character on It Takes Two. He highlighted the constant negativity she has endured since joining the show. "You have had so much hate every single day from the moment you joined," he said, praising her resilience and kindness in the training room.
He made a direct plea to viewers, saying, "I speak to the audience at home, just please be kind because it costs nothing and you [Amber] don't deserve none of it." His message underscored the personal impact the online trolling has had behind the scenes, even as the pair prepare for the final on December 16, 2025.
