BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans all distracted by Craig Revel Horwood as show kicks off

Strictly: Tess and Claudia introduce the show and judges

Strictly Come Dancing enthusiasts were all saying the same thing about judge Craig Revel Horwood as the show commenced this Saturday.

The contest is now in full swing, with the stars and their professional partners eager to elevate their performances after the thrill of Blackpool Week.

In a new challenge, they faced off in a Dance-A-Thon, where each couple hit the dance floor to strut their best Samba moves, hoping to impress the judges.

But before the much-anticipated dance battle began, viewers' attention was captured by Craig Revel Horwood, who joined his fellow judges in a dance routine as the live show opened.

Craig, alongside Motsi Mabuse, Shirley Ballas, and Anton Du Beke, grooved to MC Hammer's "You Can't Touch This," with Craig stealing the spotlight.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans distracted by Craig Revel Horwood minutes into show (Image: BBC)

Strictly Come Dancing's Wynne Evans and Katya Jones left the competition during Blackpool Week. (Image: BBC)

His energetic hip thrusts and the iconic MC Hammer shuffle had the other judges and the audience in stitches.

It wasn't long before fans flocked to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, to express their amusement.

One viewer exclaimed: "Why is Craig moving like he should be dressed up as a crab", while another bewildered fan posted: "WHAT IS CRAIG DOING HELP.? ? ? ? ? ? ? ".

A third fan remarked: "Whatever s*** Craig is on, I need some."

Not everyone was as critical with a fellow fan writing: "Craig ate and left no crumbs" and someone else stating: "Craig getting it on".

Craig's antics weren't the only talk of the evening as the show's fashion choices also sparked a flurry of mixed reactions from the audience.

Someone gushed: "Oh, Tess's suit! *Chef's kiss*", while another quipped: "Claudia is back in black for a change."

Another viewer critiqued judge Shirley's attire as "far too fussy" with its prominent black bow.

Strictly Come Dancing's Craig Revel Horwood dancing to MC Hammer's You Can't Touch This. (Image: BBC) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email

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Last week marked a significant moment for Strictly as the competition heated up at the legendary Blackpool Ballroom Tower.

The evening was a spectacle to behold, with reality TV personality Pete Wicks delivering a vibrant Cha Cha to I'm Too Sexy, and Miranda star Sarah Hadland captivating with a Madonna-themed Couple's Choice performance that wowed both judges and spectators.

In the tense elimination reveal, Go Compare's Wynne Evans and Gladiator Montell Douglas found themselves in the perilous dance-off, but ultimately, it was Wynne who had to bid farewell after the judges' decision.

With the stakes higher than ever, only seven celebrities remain in the fray, each vying for a spot in the much-anticipated grand final just over a month away.

As the contestants continue to raise their game, predicting the finalists becomes an increasingly challenging task.

Strictly Come Dancing continues every Saturday on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans all distracted by Craig Revel Horwood as show kicks off

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans all distracted by Craig Revel Horwood as show kicks off

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans all distracted by Craig Revel Horwood as show kicks off

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans all distracted by Craig Revel Horwood as show kicks off

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans all distracted by Craig Revel Horwood as show kicks off