BBC Strictly fans 'fuming' as they're left disappointed over missing star

Strictly Come Dancing's first live show of the new series aired last night, and it was an emotional rollercoaster. Highlights included Chris McCausland, the show's first-ever blind contestant, taking to the dance floor and Amy Dowden's triumphant return following her battle with cancer.

A heated moment between Pete Wicks and his dance partner Jowita Przystal had fans speculating about an on-screen kiss.

The duo performed a paso doble to The Prodigy's hit Breathe, and at one point their faces were so close that viewers took to social media to question if their lips had actually met.

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All 15 couples danced live for the first time in last night's episode (September 21), with the first elimination scheduled for next weekend's show. JLS singer JB Gill and partner Amy Dowden topped the leaderboard, closely followed by Love Islander Tasha Ghouri and pro Aljaz Skorjanec.

Despite the excitement, some die-hard fans expressed disappointment over popular dance professional Carlos Gu not getting a partner this series. Carlos joined Strictly in 2022, reaching the final with CBBC star Molly Rainford.

In 2023, he was paired with TV presenter Angela Scanlon, but they were eliminated before they could vie for the glitterball trophy, reports the Mirror.

Fans expressed dismay at Carlos not having a partner on Strictly this season, with one voicing: "Still fuming because Carlos doesn't have a partner I loved him and Angela last year!". Another chimed in: "Can't believe Carlos does not have a partner this year #Strictly," and a third shared their disappointment: "Idk if I can go this season without Carlos."

Carlos Gu isn't the only pro dancer left without a celebrity counterpart; Lauren Oakley and Kai Widdrington are also in the same boat. Despite having no partner, viewers can still look forward to seeing these pro dancers take part in the show's group performances.