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Strictly’s shock exit leaves judges and stars in tears after Lewis Cope’s elimination

One couple’s journey ended too soon—now the Strictly studio grapples with guilt, grief, and the weight of a decision no one saw coming.

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Strictly’s shock exit leaves judges and stars in tears after Lewis Cope’s elimination

This week’s Strictly Come Dancing saw a shock exit that left judges and contestants in tears. Lewis Cope, a favourite to win alongside partner Katya Jones, was eliminated in a tense dance-off against Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin. The decision sparked emotional reactions from the panel, the dancers, and even fellow professionals. The drama unfolded on Monday’s It Takes Two, where singer and dancer Jowita Przystał admitted she felt guilty over the judges’ choice to send Lewis home. The elimination came as a surprise, given the couple’s strong performances throughout the series. The elimination of Lewis Cope marks one of the most emotional moments of this Strictly series. Judges and contestants alike have spoken about the difficulty of the decision, while fans continue to react to the shock result. The competition now moves forward with one less couple in the running for the Glitterball Trophy.

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