Harry Judd mobbed by ecstatic McFly bandmates as he is crowned winner of Strictly Come Dancing

Banner year for McFly! Harry Judd mobbed by ecstatic bandmates as he is crowned winner of Strictly Come Dancing

By Andrea Magrath

Last updated at 1:51 AM on 18th December 2011

Just weeks after his bandmate Dougie Poynter was crowned King of the Jungle on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here, Harry Judd has won Strictly Come Dancing 2011.

His ecstatic McFly bandmates stormed the dancefloor moments after hosts Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly announced their names.

Sir Bruce was left chasing the boy band off the floor as they interrupted the Glitterball ceremony in their rush to congratulate the 25-year-old drummer.

Joy: Harry Judd has been crowned the winner of Strictly Come Dancing 2011

The ecstatic boys jumped on Judd, leaving his partner Aliona to cheer by herself before they enveloped her in their group celebration.

'All I can say is, from the bottom of heart thank you to everyone for voting for Aliona and me,' the thrilled 25-year-old said. 'I've been on the best show on TV and I'm just honoured.'

The musician had earlier admitted that he wasn't convinced that joining the show was the best decision early on in the competition. 'I was dreading it to be honest. I thought, what am I doing?'

Changed your mind then? Harry admitted that he had 'dreaded' being in the competition early on, and asked himself what he was doing

Outta the way! Harry's partner Aliona was left celebrating on her own as his bandmates rushed to congratulate him

 

'I was so nervous when I first started and I didn't think I'd be able to do it. But Aliona has gotten me through it.'

Shortly after Harry was crowned as the winner, 'King of the jungle' Dougie joked on Twitter: 'I have a queen!!!!!! Thanks so much guys! This is ace!!!'

The McFly boys had previously promised to strip and post a nude picture to Twitter should Harry win, and Dougie promised fans tonight: 'Naked picture as promised coming later, need to find a yard glass first.'

Mobbed: The boy band threw themselves at the drummer, with 'King of the jungle' Dougie saying later 'I have a queen!'

Year of McFly: just weeks after Dougie Poynter (right) winning I'm A Celebrity, another McFly member has been crowned King of TV

A few weeks ago, Danny Jones fulfilled his promise to pose naked if Dougie won I'm A Celebrity, and the whole band will apparently be joining him tonight for the new tradition.

Going into the final results Harry and Aliona were leading by three points, with a combined score of 156.

Runner-up Chelsee Healey said: 'I'm really proud of meself.' In a Sally Field moment, the Waterloo Road actress said: 'To know people actually like me is really nice.'

Ecstatic: The McFly drummer scooped up partner Aliona after they heard the news

Victory lap: The winning couple embraced as hosts Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly signed off for the season

Harry and Aliona had heated things up during the second half of the live final with a romantic American Smooth and a sexy Argentine tango, for which they received their second perfect score of the evening.

'Like the nation, I've fallen in love with you too darling,' said an uncharacteristic Craig, shortly before Harry was announced as the winner.

Both the finalists performed a new dance for their third performance of the evening following Jason Donovan's departure.

Welcome back: 'The Class of 2011' returned to the dance floor for one final performance

Fanfare: The finalists were wheeled into the Blackpool Tower ballroom in chariots

Chelsee and Pasha also received a 39 for their equally romantic Rumba to Fools Rush In.

They then performed the quick step from week four that first saw them get noticed as serious contenders by the judges.

Despite Craig telling them it was a 'first class' performance, he stopped short of awarding them a ten, lowering their otherwise perfect score to 39.

Turn up the heat: For their final performance, Harry and Aliona opted for the Argentine tango from week seven

Romance: The couple made hearts melt with their American Smoothfor their third performance

An hour earlier, Jason Donovan was the first finalist to be eliminated from the final tonight.

Despite topping the leader board going in the results show, the Australian and his partner Kristina Rihanoff were voted off by the public.

'After my wife and children, this has been the best experience of my life,' the gracious star said after hearing the news.

'First class': Runner-up Chelsee Healy chose the quickstep from week four, that first got her noticed as a serious contender, for her final performance

'Exquisite': Chelsee's third dance of the evening was a stunning rumba to Fools rush In

Donovan became emotional as he thanked partner Kristina, who he called a visionary.

An hour earlier, the actor and singer looked like he could have turned his fortunes around after muscling bookies favourite Harry Judd out of first place in the judges' scores.

But it wasn't to be.

Jason also thanks his wife and children, who he said had been with him through 'all the ups and downs in my life.'

Gone: Jason Donovan was the first contestant to be sent home during the results show tonight

Emotional: Donovan became tearful when thanking his partner Kristina Rihanoff

Earlier in the show, Jason said: 'It has been such a ride. My life has had ups and downs and that's what has happened to me in Strictly. Because of the downs, you appreciate the highs so much more. I've thrown myself into it.'

After receiving the lowest judges' score - 37 - of the evening for his first performance, a tango to I Will Survive, he upped his game to get a perfect score for the show dance.

The judges heaped praise on Jason and Kristina after their second performance, with Bruno telling them: 'It was more than a show dance it was showbusiness extravaganza! You could open on Broadway tomorrow and break box office records!'

Fond farewell: The Australian said he had thrown himself into the Strictly experience, which he named as one of the best of his life

Camp: Earlier Jason and Kristina performed their popular tango to I Will Survive from week three

'Ferocious and full-on darling,' said Craig. 'I would get that woman a restraining order, amazing!'

Jason's departure leaves Harry and Chelsee in the competition. Harry opened the show with a quickstep.

Before his dance, Harry said: 'I've been smiling all week. My Strictly experience has been one of the most important experiences of my life- I never thought I'd say that.

'Strictly has been refreshing and I've absolutely loved it. I'm very grateful.'

'It's like being a dad and watching your son play football for the first time,' said his bandmate Dougie. 'You think, "Oh, that's my boy!"'

Turnaround: Things were looking up for Jason after his show dance, which saw him and Kristina receive a perfect 40

Aliona said: 'I wasn't sure about Harry, he came into the studio pigeon-toed, and I thought "Aw, bless."'

After the energetic quickstep, Len said: 'You've come out all guns blazing. That was brilliant, well done.'

'You came, you danced and you conquered Blackpool,' said Bruno. 'It was delivered with flash and dance. Loved it.'

Craig added: 'I only had one problem last time, that ghastly lazy left foot of yours, but you seemed to have improved that, so I absolutely love it.'

Leading the way: Harry Judd was top of the leaderboard after the round of first dances

'I will survive? YOU have survived, 14 weeks of blood seat and tears,' said Len afterwards. 'You have 20 years on the other two and you have given everything with so much energy. 10

Bruno enthused: 'You excelled! Talk about a tango with split personalities. At one point you were like Wolverine and then you were like a disco diva from 1978.'

'Your bottom was sticking out a lot, but I have to say it's a fantastic number,' said Craig. 'It's through determination and good old fashioned hard work that you've got there.

The judges awarded 38 to the couple - perfect scores from Alesha and Len and nines each from Craig and Bruno, putting them behind Harry and Aliona after the first dance.

Perfect! The couple were awarded the first perfect score of the evening

Chelsee and Pasha Kovalev were the last of the three finalist couples to perform their first dance.

'Dancing is me now,' The Waterloo Road star said. 'When I first started people didn't know who I was. Strictly has brought out an elegant side of me. I'll leave the competition a different person, I've grown up a lot. Not in size! I've learned to be more confident. I'll treasure this forever.'

They performed their popular Shrek jive from week ten.

Len told them: 'I've judged in this room many times, and watching you, a girl who came here with no dancing experience, do that jive so well gives me a much pleasure as judging world champions. 10

'For me that was my favourite jive of the whole series,' said Alesha. 10

'That was a premium grade jive of eye-popping vibrancy,' shouted Bruno. 'You were great!'

She's a believer! Chelsee Healey dazzled with her Shrek jive from week ten, receiving a 39

Craig enthused: 'A complete and absolute bundle of joy to watch. It was about a thousand steps a minute. I loved it.' 9

'It's already the best night of my life,' said Chelsee afterwards.

They received an almost-perfect 39, with just Craig deducting one point from their score, placing Harry in first place after the first dances, followed by Chelsee, and Jason in third place.

For the show dance section, Harry and Aliona performed a sexy, Fifties-inspired jive to Great Balls of Fire.

'Rock God!' Harry performed a Fifties-style jive for their show dance, but received a lower score of 37 second time round

The boy band member's famous chest was out on full display for the second dance, in an unbuttoned red shirt.

He jumped behind the drum set to show off his day-job skills at the end of the number.

'You have talent written all over you,' said Len. 'You gave it all your all. Everyone was so impressed by that.'

Alesha: I loved the concept, it really suited you. The lifts were almost dangerous but they were fabulous.

Beyoncé eat your heart out: Chelsee dazzled with a shimmering frock for her second performance, but received a disappointing 36

'Its great guns harry!' said an over-excited Bruno. 'Rock God!'

They didn't do quite as well as their first dance, receiving 37, with only Alesha awarding a perfect ten.

Chelsee gave Beyoncé a run for her money in a tiny gold number for her show dance, to One Night Only.

Despite winning warm praise, the performance received the lowest score of the evening, just 36.

STRICTLY COME DANCING FINAL 2011 LEADER BOARD

FIRST DANCE

Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 40

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 39

Jason Donovan and Kristina Rihanoff - 38

SECOND DANCE

Jason Donovan and Kristina Rihanoff - 40

Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 37

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 36

TOTAL SCORES (FIRST SHOW)

Jason Donovan and Kristina Rihanoff - 78

Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 77

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 75

THIRD DANCE

Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 39

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 39

FOURTH DANCE

Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 40

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 39

TOTAL SCORES (FINAL)

Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 156

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 153

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Jason Donovan voted out of Strictly Come Dancing final despite topping leaderboard

By Andrea Magrath

Last updated at 10:57 PM on 17th December 2011


Jason Donovan was the first finalist to be eliminated from the Strictly Come Dancing final tonight.

Despite topping the leader board going in the results show, the Australian and his partner Kristina Rihanoff were voted off by the public.

'After my wife and children, this has been the best experience of my life,' the gracious star said after hearing the news.

Gone: Jason Donovan was the first contestant to be sent home during the Strictly Come Dancing results show tonight

Emotional: Donovan became tearful when thanking his partner Kristina Rihanoff

Donovan became emotional as he thanked partner Kristina, who he called a visionary.

An hour earlier, the actor and singer looked like he could have turned his fortunes around after muscling bookies favourite Harry Judd out of first place in the judges' scores.

But it wasn't to be.

Jason also thanks his wife and children, who he said had been with him through 'all the ups and downs in my life.'

Fond farewell: The Australian said he had thrown himself into the Strictly experience, which he named as one of the best of his life

Anybody's glitterball: Jason's departure leaves Harry and Chelsee in the competition

Earlier in the show, Jason said: 'It has been such a ride. My life has had ups and downs and that's what has happened to me in Strictly. Because of the downs, you appreciate the highs so much more. I've thrown myself into it.'

After receiving the lowest judges' score - 37 - of the evening for his first performance, a tango to I Will Survive, he upped his game to get a perfect score for the show dance.

The judges heaped praise on Jason and Kristina after their second performance, with Bruno telling them: 'It was more than a show dance it was showbusiness extravaganza! You could open on Broadway tomorrow and break box office records!'

Camp: Earlier Jason and Kristina performed their popular tango to I Will Survive from week three

Last place: It wasn't quite enough, and the Australian ended up in third place after the first dances

'Ferocious and full-on darling,' said Craig. 'I would get that woman a restraining order, amazing!'

Jason's departure leaves Harry and Chelsee in the competition. Harry opened the show with a quickstep.

Before his dance, Harry said: 'I've been smiling all week. My Strictly experience has been one of the most important experiences of my life- I never thought I'd say that.

'Strictly has been refreshing and I've absolutely loved it. I'm very grateful.'

'It's like being a dad and watching your son play football for the first time,' said his bandmate Dougie. 'You think, "Oh, that's my boy!"'

Turnaround: Things were looking up for Jason after his show dance, which saw him and Kristina receive a perfect 40

Aliona said: 'I wasn't sure about Harry, he came into the studio pigeon-toed, and I thought "Aw, bless."'

After the energetic quickstep, Len said: 'You've come out all guns blazing. That was brilliant, well done.'

'You came, you danced and you conquered Blackpool,' said Bruno. 'It was delivered with flash and dance. Loved it.'

Craig added: 'I only had one problem last time, that ghastly lazy left foot of yours, but you seemed to have improved that, so I absolutely love it.'

Leading the way: Harry Judd was top of the leaderboard after the round of first dances

'I will survive? YOU have survived, 14 weeks of blood seat and tears,' said Len afterwards. 'You have 20 years on the other two and you have given everything with so much energy. 10

Bruno enthused: 'You excelled! Talk about a tango with split personalities. At one point you were like Wolverine and then you were like a disco diva from 1978.'

'Your bottom was sticking out a lot, but I have to say it's a fantastic number,' said Craig. 'It's through determination and good old fashioned hard work that you've got there.

The judges awarded 38 to the couple - perfect scores from Alesha and Len and nines each from Craig and Bruno, putting them behind Harry and Aliona after the first dance.

Perfect! The couple were awarded the first perfect score of the evening

Chelsee and Pasha Kovalev were the last of the three finalist couples to perform their first dance.

'Dancing is me now,' The Waterloo Road star said. 'When I first started people didn't know who I was. Strictly has brought out an elegant side of me. I'll leave the competition a different person, I've grown up a lot. Not in size! I've learned to be more confident. I'll treasure this forever.'

They performed their popular Shrek jive from week ten.

Len told them: 'I've judged in this room many times, and watching you, a girl who came here with no dancing experience, do that jive so well gives me a much pleasure as judging world champions. 10

'For me that was my favourite jive of the whole series,' said Alesha. 10

'That was a premium grade jive of eye-popping vibrancy,' shouted Bruno. 'You were great!'

She's a believer! Chelsee Healey dazzled with her Shrek jive from week ten, receiving a 39

Craig enthused: 'A complete and absolute bundle of joy to watch. It was about a thousand steps a minute. I loved it.' 9

'It's already the best night of my life,' said Chelsee afterwards.

They received an almost-perfect 39, with just Craig deducting one point from their score, placing Harry in first place after the first dances, followed by Chelsee, and Jason in third place.

For the show dance section, Harry and Aliona performed a sexy, Fifties-inspired jive to Great Balls of Fire.

'Rock God!' Harry performed a Fifties-style jive for their show dance, but received a lower score of 37 second time round

The boy band member's famous chest was out on full display for the second dance, in an unbuttoned red shirt.

He jumped behind the drum set to show off his day-job skills at the end of the number.

'You have talent written all over you,' said Len. 'You gave it all your all. Everyone was so impressed by that.'

Alesha: I loved the concept, it really suited you. The lifts were almost dangerous but they were fabulous.

Beyoncé eat your heart out: Chelsee dazzled with a shimmering frock for her second performance, but received a disappointing 36

'Its great guns harry!' said an over-excited Bruno. 'Rock God!'

They didn't do quite as well as their first dance, receiving 37, with only Alesha awarding a perfect ten.

Chelsee gave Beyoncé a run for her money in a tiny gold number for her show dance, to One Night Only.

Despite winning warm praise, the performance received the lowest score of the evening, just 36.

STRICTLY COME DANCING FINAL 2011 LEADER BOARD

FIRST DANCE

Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 40

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 39

Jason Donovan and Kristina Rihanoff - 38

SECOND DANCE

Jason Donovan and Kristina Rihanoff - 40
Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 37

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 36

TOTAL SCORES

Jason Donovan and Kristina Rihanoff - 78

Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani - 77

Chelsee Healey and Pasha Kovalev - 75

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Holly Valance 'refuses to take the coach to Strictly Come Dancing final... flying in by private jet instead'

Prefer to travel in style? Holly Valance 'refuses to take the coach to Strictly Come Dancing final... flying in by private jet instead'

By Sarah Bull

Last updated at 3:53 PM on 17th December 2011


She's been in the spotlight since the tender age of 16, and is dating billionaire Nick Candy, so Holly Valance has most probably become accustomed to a certain way of living.

But reports have today emerged that the 28-year-old actress refused to get on a coach to travel to the final of Strictly Come Dancing in Liverpool, instead opting to fly in by private jet.

A source told The Sun: 'The kind of circles Holly moves in, you don’t really get the coach.

Travelling in style: Holly Valance, seen here at a party last night alongside dancer partner Artem Chigvintsev and his girlfriend Kara Tointon, apparently refused to travel to the Strictly Come Dancing final by coach

'They’re seen as the kind of vehicles you use to ferry catering staff to your summer croquet party.'

However, Holly was not the only star of the BBC show to turn her nose up at the transport arrangements, as Nancy Dell’Olio travelled with the former Neighbours star.

The source added: 'Nancy wouldn’t be seen dead on a coach so was in the process of hiring a chopper to get her up there.

Famous friends: Kara with former Strictly stars Nancy Dell'Olio, Lulu and Robbie Savage at the launch of Bucca di Beppo in Blackpool

Raising a glass: The Strictly clan appeared to be enjoying themselves hugely as they giggled around the table

'But when she realised how much that was going to cost, she panicked. Fortunately she heard about Holly’s plan and she was kind enough to offer her a seat.'

Holly and Nancy were both seen enjoying a night out at the launch of Buca di Beppo, the UK's new Italian restaurant chain, in Blackpool last night, where they were joined by fellow former Strictly stars including Lulu, Robbie Savage and Alex Jones.

The group were also joined by former Strictly winner Kara Tointon, who attended with boyfriend Artem Chigvintsev - who partnered Holly on the show.

Starry eyed: Alex Jones, who was voted off along with Holly last week, looked stunning in her pretty Topshop jumper

Holly was voted off Strictly Come Dancing along with Alex Jones last week and the final tonight comes down to McFly drummer Harry Judd, Waterloo Road actress Chelsee Healy and former pop star Jason Donovan.

Meanwhile, the live final tonight was yesterday called into doubt when the winter weather hit Britain yesterday, with fears the snow blizzards could interfere with the satellite equipment used to broadcast the programme.

Gearing up: Chelsee Healey, Harry Judd and Jason Donovan were also seen arriving at rehearsals today for tonight's final

Who will be champion? The trio will fight tooth and nail to take home the glitterball trophy

An insider told the Daily Mirror: 'Snowstorms and wind can cause no end of problems when you're broadcasting live on location. The show runs to an incredibly tight schedule and we really can't afford for the signal to drop out midway.

'Technicians are working around the clock to keep the show on track, but it will be a case of fingers crossed. The satellite trucks outside are being absolutely hammered by the weather. It's a nightmare.'

Today, Harry, Chelsee and Jason were spotted arriving at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom in their rehearsal gear ahead of tonight's final.

Dancing queen: Holly on Strictly Come Dancing with partner Artem Chigvintsev

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Chelsee Healey 'I'm tone deaf':promises not to embark on popstar career post-Strictly

'I'm tone deaf': Chelsee Healey promises not to embark on popstar career post-Strictly

By Daily Mail Reporter

Last updated at 11:43 AM on 16th December 2011

Tone deaf Chelsee Healey has promised she will not embark on a pop career after her Strictly Come Dancing success.

But the Waterloo Road actress will be wearing an outfit inspired by Crazy In Love star Beyonce for one of her routines in this weekend's final.

All three finalists have to perform a dance chosen by the judges as well as a show dance in Saturday's episode.

'Tone deaf': Chelsee Healey has promised she will not embark on a pop career after her Strictly Come Dancing success

She said: 'I reckon the name of the show dance will speak for itself. I really like my song and I've been told I've got a Beyonce outfit so I'm happy about that.'

Healey, who is second favourite behind McFly star Harry Judd to win the BBC ballroom show, admitted she had no plans for life after Strictly apart from going on a long holiday.

Speaking at a press conference in central London ahead of the final, she ruled out joining fellow finalists Judd and Jason Donovan in the charts.
She said: 'I can't sing, I'm tone deaf.'

Taking a break: The Waterloo Road star says she has no plans other than taking a 'long holiday' after Strictly

While Miss Healey is steering clear of the charts, fellow finalist Jason Donovan has his sights set on a comeback.

The former Neighbours star, who had a series of top 10 hits including his duet with Kylie Minogue on Especially For You, has carved out a career in West End musicals.

He said: 'There is definitely talk of doing possibly a record next year but nothing is set in stone, but why not?

Back to the charts: Meanwhile, Jason Donovan is hoping to record a new album next year

'Possibly an old school type of big band, sort of crooner record. I don't know.'

Bookmakers have made the Australian a rank outsider to win this year's series of the BBC ballroom show, which climaxes with a final at Blackpool's Tower Ballroom, despite him scoring full marks with his Latin dance in the semi-finals.

• The Strictly Come Dancing final airs Saturday night on BBC from 7pm

Final three: Chelsee and Jason are competing against each other and Harry Judd on this weekend's final

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Finalists gear up for last Strictly Come Dancing... as Alesha Dixon says it's a 'two-horse race' between Chelsee and Harry

By Sarah Bull and Paul Revoir

Last updated at 3:52 PM on 16th December 2011


They've been pushing themselves every single week to impress both the judges and viewers with their fancy footwork on Strictly Come Dancing.

And now the three finalists, Chelsee Healey, Harry Judd and Jason Donovan, are making the finishing touches to their routines ahead of this weekend's final.

The trio were seen today rehearsing with their dance partners at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom, where they will each perform four routines for the panel.

Two horse race: Strictly Come Dancing judge has said the final is a 'two-horse race' between Chelsee Healy and Harry Judd

Trying his best: Jason Donovan is in the final but Alesha doesn't rate his chances against his competitors

The rehearsals came as judge Alesha Dixon came forward to say she believes the competition is now a 'two-horse race' between Chelsee and Harry, with Jason not in the running to take home the glitterball trophy.

In an interview for Graham Norton’s BBC talk-show, screened tonight, Alesha said: ‘It will either be Chelsee or Harry. Chelsee is a brilliant dancer but I think a lot of women have a soft spot for Harry.’



Harry, 25, drummer with the pop band McFly, is the bookies’ favourite to win tomorrow night – despite the fact that his competition, actress Chelsee, 23, and singer Jason, 43, achieved perfect 40 scores for dances last week.

Determined: Chelsee looked as if she was concentrating hard as she rehearsed for the final at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom today

Fun and games: Chelsee and partner Pasha are repeating their Shrek jive to I'm A Believer

The finalists was being put through their paces on the dancefloor at the Tower Ballroom in Blackpool today with their professional partners as their moment in the spotlight looms.

Harry took to the floor in t-shirt and jogging bottoms today as he prepared for the showdown, along with dancer Aliona Vilani.

Meanwhile, Chelseey practised her Shrek-themed dance with professional Pasha Kovalev, posing with a donkey and miniature castle, and Jason rehearsed with Kristina Rihanoff, carrying giant feathers as they prepared to reprise their Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert dance from earlier in the series.

Atmospheric: Pasha watches as Chelsee rehearses the start of one of the other routines

Each of the couples will be performing four dances in front of judges Craig Revel Horwood, Len Goodman, Bruno Tonioli and Dixon, including the highly-anticipated 'show dance', which sees the rules of the normal choreography thrown out the window, but viewers will also have their say.

So far Harry has the highest average mark of the series, but he is also the only one of the three who has not scored a perfect 40, with nitpicking Revel Horwood only ever giving him a nine at best.

BBC bosses will also be hoping for a ratings bonanza as the show defied expectations to regularly skip ahead of rival The X Factor on a Saturday night.

Shot himself in the foot: A spokeperson for Rupert Adam said Jason's competitiveness will see him lose

Last week the show achieved the almost unthinkable when its semi-final drew more viewers than the first leg of The X Factor final on ITV1. Strictly pulled in 11 million, while The X Factor managed 10.9 million.

Yesterday Harry said he owed his ability to dance partner Vilani, saying: 'Without Aliona I'm nothing on the dance floor, I'm afraid.'

William Hill spokesman Rupert Adams said: 'All three have the dancing ability to win this but the ultra- competitive Jason has shot himself in the foot and the odds suggest it is between Chelsee and Harry.'

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