Is Lewis Cope's dance background an unfair advantage on Strictly Come Dancing? The debate is heating up, and you won't believe what he just revealed on live TV.
During a recent appearance on ITV's Loose Women, Emmerdale actor and Strictly Come Dancing contestant Lewis Cope addressed the elephant in the ballroom: his past dance experience. But here's where it gets controversial—while some fans argue it gives him an edge, Lewis himself downplayed its significance. When asked about his history, which includes a stint in Billy Elliot The Musical as a child and amateur hip-hop competitions, Lewis shrugged it off, saying, 'It's been a long time since I've danced... I did one show when I was 11, which was about 20 years ago.'
And this is the part most people miss: Panelist Charlene White jumped to his defense, pointing out that his background has actually helped him focus—a skill his partner, Katya Jones, has praised repeatedly. Speaking of Katya, the seasoned pro (now in her tenth year on the show) couldn't stop gushing about Lewis. 'I'm really, really lucky to be partnered with someone like you,' she said, adding, 'The way he listens and computes and translates it into his body immediately—nothing distracts him. I've never felt so secure on the dancefloor.'
But let's pause for a moment—is it fair for someone with a dance background to compete against complete beginners? While Katya insists she’s never had a 'dud' partner, Lewis’s ability to top the leaderboard with a perfect score during Halloween Week has some viewers questioning the playing field. This Saturday, the duo will perform a tango to '12 to 12' by Sombr, and all eyes will be on them. Does Lewis’s past give him an unfair advantage, or is it simply a testament to his hard work and focus? Let’s spark a discussion—what do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
