The battle for Blackpool is on! Week 8 of Strictly Come Dancing has arrived, and excitement is brewing as the remaining nine couples gear up for yet another chance to impress both judges and fans alike. This Saturday, November 9th, the dancefloor will be lit up with lively performances, and the stakes couldn't be higher as each couple aims to secure their place at the halfway point of the series.
For this special week, the performers will be making their way to the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom, where they will showcase their moves for one week only, adding another layer of anticipation to the competition. This exquisite venue, with its shimmering dancefloor and grandiose atmosphere, is sure to raise the bar even higher for our dancers. While many will revel in the joy of dancing, there’s been some unfortunate news—beloved professional dancer Amy Dowden won’t be making her return after being hospitalized due to health concerns. Her absence leaves only the most determined competitors still standing.
Dowden, who was partnered with JLS star JB Gill, will be sorely missed, but her teammate, professional dancer Lauren Oakley, is ready to step up and take the stage with Gill. With the competition heating up and numerous talented pairs still in the running, let’s take a look at what songs and dances await each couple this week!
Strictly Come Dancing 2024 Week 8 Songs and Dances
Here’s how the couples will be hitting the dancefloor this Saturday:
- Chris McCausland and Dianne: Couple's Choice to "Instant Karma! (We All Shine On)" by John Lennon
- Pete Wicks and Jowita: Couple's Choice to "The Best" by Nicotine Dolls
- Montell Douglas and Johannes: Paso Doble to "Lola's Theme" by The Shapeshifters
- Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas: Argentine Tango to "Do I Wanna Know?" by Arctic Monkeys
- Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu: Rumba to "Time After Time" by Cyndi Lauper
- JB Gill and Lauren Oakley: Samba to "Mas Que Nada" by Sergio Mendes
- Tasha Ghouri and Aljaž Škorjanec: Quickstep to "Fantasy" by Mariah Carey
- Wynne Evans and Katya Jones: American Smooth to "Grace Kelly" by MIKA
- Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola: American Smooth to "Proud" by Heather Small
Each couple’s choice of song reflects not only their personal dance styles but also their spirit within the competition—each performance is set to create electrifying moments on the dancefloor!
Strictly Come Dancing 2024 Icons Week Overview
Just last week, the couples dazzled us with their talent during Icons Week, where they styled their routines around some of the biggest musical icons of our time:
- Chris McCausland and Dianne: Tango to "Rock and Roll All Nite" by KISS
- Jamie Borthwick and Michelle: Samba to "Faith" by George Michael
- JB Gill and Lauren: Couple’s Choice to "Bruno Mars Medley" by Bruno Mars
- Montell Douglas and Johannes: Waltz to "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston
- Pete Wicks and Jowita: Salsa to "Another One Bites the Dust" by Queen
- Sam Quek and Nikita: American Smooth to "Love Story (Taylor’s Version)" by Taylor Swift
- Sarah Hadland and Vito: Cha Cha to "Like a Prayer" by Madonna
- Shayne Ward and Nancy: Quickstep to "Help!" by The Beatles
- Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz: Couple’s Choice to "What About Us" by P!nk
- Wynne Evans and Katya: Rumba to "This Is My Life" by Shirley Bassey
This week’s lineup demonstrates their versatility, as they pull inspirations from pure classics to contemporary hits. Judging from their previous weeks, audience members can expect energy and creativity!
Last Week's Halloween Festivities
When it come to the spookiest time of the year, last week's Halloween themed performances elevated the competition’s thrill. Couples embraced the eerie spirit with respective Halloween dances:
- Montell Douglas and Johannes Radebe: Cha Cha to "Love Potion No. 9" by The Clovers
- Punam Krishan and Gorka Márquez: Tango to "Sweet Dreams" by Eurythmics
- Sam Quek and Nikita Kuzmin: Jive to "Time Warp" by The Rocky Horror Picture Show Cast
- Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola: Argentine Tango to "Ready Or Not" by Fugees
- Tasha Ghouri and Aljaž Škorjanec: Samba to "I Like to Move It" by Reel 2 Real
- Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell: Samba to "Stayin’ Alive" by The Bee Gees
- Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas: American Smooth to "The Addams Family Theme" by Vic Mizzy
- JB Gill and Amy Dowden: Foxtrot to "Dancing in the Moonlight" by Toploader
- Pete Wicks and Jowita: Kizomba to "Calm Down" by Rema and Selena Gomez
This vibrant array of song selections allowed the couples to show off their personality and style, not to mention their ability to fit their performances with the Halloween theme. With the respective performances adored by viewers, there was no shortage of creative interpretations!
Overall, the progress of each couple as they tackle the challenge has made this season of Strictly Come Dancing incredibly exciting. Each performance is more than just dance; it’s infused with emotion, stories, and vibrant memories forged through this competition. And as we close in on Week 8, the anticipation grows for what’s to come this Saturday. Who will dazzle the crowd? Which couple will take the leap toward greatness? With each step taken on the dancefloor, surprises await, and the audience’s support could very well sway the results. Keep your eyes peeled, folks; this week promises to be nothing short of magnificent!
