It's funny how the judges mentioned Pixie's legs last week and suddenly the forum experts have picked up on this without ever noticing anything wrong with her legs prior to this. All these people do is quote everything the judges say verbatim when trying to justify their opinions. No mention of any pigs passing through her legs, so not sure what that's all about, but Craig said her legs were too straight. What exactly does that mean then experts as it makes no sense to me?
I'm sad to see Jake go, but he did struggle for a couple of weeks.
Does anyone else not like I think that needs to be changed now if it's 2 votes each then it returns to the public vote and the person with the least votes goes home.
Yes I agree with this. What is the point of the other judges even voting if Len's overrides them?
Make one for me too then please! Worst mistake of the series for me, no contest that Jake was in a different league all series. What was Len thinking. It's obvious he likes Mark and he's one of his favourites but it should be about the best dancer and that is definitely Jake!
Biggest shock of the series for me! First time I hadn't looked at the spoilers this week too!
Jake was in a different league for the last 7 weeks . Mark got a higher mark in 5 of his last 8 dances and they tied in one.
Jake also can't have been that popular. Pixie was in the position of being second that week - which left her looking safe but not getting the vote for being best of the week, or most at risk. Jake was clearly at risk and still didn't get the voter turnout that saved Mark the previous week.
Jake was the comedy act , but thats not a reason for Len to prefer him for the final. Indeed it makes it more likely that one of the best two may not win.
It isn't "simples" . Whoever votes last gets the casting vote if there is a deadlock.
It isn't really a deadlock though with an odd number. Heck, they could have the judges choose in a different order every week for variety... the point is, no judge would have more power than the others.
Jake was in a different league for the last 7 weeks . Mark got a higher mark in 5 of his last 8 dances and they tied in one.
Jake also can't have been that popular. Pixie was in the position of being second that week - which left her looking safe but not getting the vote for being best of the week, or most at risk. Jake was clearly at risk and still didn't get the voter turnout that saved Mark the previous week.
Jake was the comedy act , but thats not a reason for Len to prefer him for the final. Indeed it makes it more likely that one of the best two may not win.
Jake could have topped the public vote and still been in dance off with last nights leaderboard.
Personally, I would prefer them to knock £50K off Tess's salary and £50K off Claudia's and get a 5th judge.
No thanks... Dancing On Ice used to have 5 judges and it was rare for there to be enough time for them all to have a say on each performance. We get enough of the judges hogging the limelight with their attention seeking and awful entrance without another one!
It isn't really a deadlock though with an odd number. Heck, they could have the judges choose in a different order every week for variety... the point is, no judge would have more power than the others.
Why on earth would they do that. It isn't exactly a model system on X Factor. "Oh, Dermot, it's so hard, I don't know what to do (even though I am paid zillions of pounds because I am supposed to know what I am doing), I am just so torn....let's take it to deadlock" (which happens every week regardless of the huge gulf between the contestants. At least on Strictly we have judges who can make a decision and Len is the most qualified of all of them to make it. Jake was the worst dancer last night and he was eliminated on merit (or lack thereof).
Exactly. Given how rapidly X Factor viewing figures are declining then I don't think changing Strictly to work more like X Factor is a good idea at all.
Two weeks running Goodman has played God and made entirely the wrong decision based on his petty prejudices - Mark Wright isn't in the same league as Jake Wood
In your opinion - not in everybodys - I think he made right decision both weeks & I'm probably not alone
In your opinion - not in everybodys - I think he made right decision both weeks & I'm probably not alone
... and there are probably plenty more people who think that the results could have gone either way so there's no point blaming the judges for doing some judging.
The rules when there is a tied vote are made clear at the outset and please remember all you Len critics that at least one Judge has to agree with him. With Pixie it was Darcy and with Jake it was Craig. There has been at least one occasion this series when Len disagreed with the other three and he had to go along with the majority decision.
Jake should still be in the final
He was stitched up from the start
of the show, they made out his
dances were not that good so they
could get rid of him later... Len should
not get the deciding vote!!! This is
turning in to the X factor pick who the
Judges want in the final...
The rules when there is a tied vote are made clear at the outset and please remember all you Len critics that at least one Judge has to agree with him. With Pixie it was Darcy and with Jake it was Craig. There has been at least one occasion this series when Len disagreed with the other three and he had to go along with the majority decision.
This.^^^ Good points I agree.
Although I did disagree when the judges saved Penny Lancaster! Perhaps SCD should just ditch the dance-off, after all they've already had their say!
Does anyone else not like I think that needs to be changed now if it's 2 votes each then it returns to the public vote and the person with the least votes goes home.
Yes I agree, they want the public to take part and vote all series then why when the judges can't decide should Len get the overall decision revert it back to the public vote and the person with the least votes goes simple. End this head judge nonsense.
Also since we all vote and take part in this show for 3 months, Strictly should do what XF do and release the voting figures and the end of the series.
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Personally, I would prefer them to knock £50K off Tess's salary and £50K off Claudia's and get a 5th judge.
I'm sad to see Jake go, but he did struggle for a couple of weeks.
He is so OTT
The judges supposedly get paid over £100,000 per series - so by having 3 judges instead of 4, they save £100k.
Many fans may also accept a 2/3 decision to vote off their favourite better than a 2/2 decision.[/QUOTE]
BIB don't be rude.
To the BBC £100,000 is chicken droppings, not a small fortune.
Yes I agree with this. What is the point of the other judges even voting if Len's overrides them?
You've hit the nail on the head. Don't ask the others, just go straight to Len. Job done.
Jake was in a different league for the last 7 weeks . Mark got a higher mark in 5 of his last 8 dances and they tied in one.
Jake also can't have been that popular. Pixie was in the position of being second that week - which left her looking safe but not getting the vote for being best of the week, or most at risk. Jake was clearly at risk and still didn't get the voter turnout that saved Mark the previous week.
Jake was the comedy act , but thats not a reason for Len to prefer him for the final. Indeed it makes it more likely that one of the best two may not win.
Yes, Mr Strictly: a man and his ego.
It isn't really a deadlock though with an odd number. Heck, they could have the judges choose in a different order every week for variety... the point is, no judge would have more power than the others.
Jake could have topped the public vote and still been in dance off with last nights leaderboard.
No thanks... Dancing On Ice used to have 5 judges and it was rare for there to be enough time for them all to have a say on each performance. We get enough of the judges hogging the limelight with their attention seeking and awful entrance without another one!
My point exactly Tejas
One judge one vote - agreed it would still come down to Len (or whoever was the last judge to chose).
Exactly. Given how rapidly X Factor viewing figures are declining then I don't think changing Strictly to work more like X Factor is a good idea at all.
In your opinion - not in everybodys - I think he made right decision both weeks & I'm probably not alone
... and there are probably plenty more people who think that the results could have gone either way so there's no point blaming the judges for doing some judging.
The rules when there is a tied vote are made clear at the outset and please remember all you Len critics that at least one Judge has to agree with him. With Pixie it was Darcy and with Jake it was Craig. There has been at least one occasion this series when Len disagreed with the other three and he had to go along with the majority decision.
He was stitched up from the start
of the show, they made out his
dances were not that good so they
could get rid of him later... Len should
not get the deciding vote!!! This is
turning in to the X factor pick who the
Judges want in the final...
This.^^^ Good points I agree.
Although I did disagree when the judges saved Penny Lancaster! Perhaps SCD should just ditch the dance-off, after all they've already had their say!
Yes I agree, they want the public to take part and vote all series then why when the judges can't decide should Len get the overall decision
Also since we all vote and take part in this show for 3 months, Strictly should do what XF do and release the voting figures and the end of the series.