Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood delivered a candid critique of Alex Kingston’s performance​ on the october⁤ 27th episode of it Takes ‌Two, ‌describing her rumba as⁣ “dull.” Kingston, known for‍ her role in Doctor Who, received a score⁤ of ‍32 for the dance, set to Tracey Chapman’s “Fast Car,” including a perfect 10 from fellow ‍judge Shirley Ballas.

Controversial Scoring and a‍ Call for More Risk

Revel Horwood openly questioned the scoring, suggesting the ⁣dance was “overmarked.” His assessment prompted a⁤ visible‍ reaction⁣ from contestant Fleur East, who exclaimed “Oh no!” during the broadcast. The judge⁢ elaborated, stating‌ he desired more “pizzazz⁢ and splash” from ‌Kingston’s routines.

Despite acknowledging ⁤Kingston’s ‍strong technical skills and acting ability, Revel Horwood⁣ encouraged her to embrace greater risks. He​ noted a tendency ‌towards repetition,⁤ stating the​ performance felt “a⁤ little bit same”⁤ and ultimately, “D-U-Double-L-dull darling.” This feedback suggests a ⁢desire⁤ to see Kingston leverage her established performance⁤ background to create more dynamic and memorable dances on Strictly ⁤Come Dancing.