Melanie Walters supported by Strictly Come Dancing co-stars as she shares emotional message after elimination
Melanie became the second celebrity eliminatedMelanie Walters has spoken out after her Strictly Come Dancing exit sparked disagreement among viewers.
Writing on Instagram, she praised partner Aljaz Skorjanec as an “amazing teacher”. She also wished the remaining contestants love and luck.
The actress had a message for everyone who supported her during the competition.
She wrote: “So sorry to be leaving the show. Huge thanks for all your support.”
Strictly Come Dancing viewers question Melanie Walters’ elimination
Some viewers were gutted to see Melanie leave on Sunday. One person wrote on X: “Melanie should have 100% been saved.”
Another said: “The right two in the dance-off but I do think Melanie danced better.”
Someone else commented: “I’m no expert but I couldn’t believe the judges saved Shaun. Thought Melanie danced much better.”
However, others said it was the “right decision”.
The Gavin and Stacey actress became the second celebrity eliminated after facing Shaun Wright-Phillips and Alexis Warr in the dance-off.
But the judging panel wasn’t unanimous about who deserved to stay.
Motsi Mabuse wanted to save Melanie and Aljaz. Craig Revel Horwood, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas chose Shaun and Alexis instead.
Melanie Walters and Aljaz Skorjanec say goodbye
Melanie’s own assessment of her chances was rather different from those disappointed viewers.
Speaking to host Emma Willis after the result, she admitted she had expected to leave the previous week.
Aljaz, meanwhile, praised the effort she had put into their partnership: “You showed me what hard work really is and what it means.”
Support also arrived beneath Melanie’s Instagram farewell, including from her Gavin and Stacey co-star Joanna Page.
Joanna said she was proud of Melanie and sad to see her leave.
Meanwhile, Melanie’s Strictly co-stars offered their support. Pro dancer Lauren Oakley, who is partnered with Graeme Hall, commented: “Beautiful lady, beautiful dancer. I will miss you.”
Carlos Gu said: “We love you Mel!!!! You were an absolutely star!”
Meanwhile, fellow Strictly contestant Lacey Turner wrote: “We love you Mel.”
Melanie Walters’ final Strictly scores
Saturday’s performances had put Melanie slightly ahead of Shaun on the judges’ leaderboard.
Her Charleston with Aljaz earned 17 points. They danced to Gina G’s Ooh Ahh… Just A Little Bit.
Shaun and Alexis received 15 for their quickstep to I’m A Believer by The Monkees.
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Melanie’s final score was an improvement on her opening two routines. Her first-week cha cha cha earned 15 points.
She received the same total for her Movie Week waltz to Edelweiss from The Sound of Music.
Strictly Come Dancing continues next Saturday, October 17 with Icons Week from 6.15pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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