Vicky Pattison has been eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing, making her the seventh celebrity to exit the competition. She faced EastEnders actor Balvinder Sopal in the dance-off, with the judges unanimously choosing to save Sopal.
Pattison's jive to "Sound of the Underground" received lower marks, with judge Shirley Ballas noting that nerves seemed to get in the way. This contrasts with her performance the previous week, where she topped the leaderboard with a high score for her tango.
Pattison expressed her gratitude for the experience, stating she hadn't expected to get past the first week and was honored to have shared it with such talented people. She praised her professional partner, Kai Widdrington, calling him the "best partner a girl can ask for" and apologizing for not getting him to Blackpool.
Widdrington reciprocated the sentiment, commending Pattison's strength and confidence, and stating she would "live on in Strictly history." Pattison's departure follows that of Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, who was eliminated the week prior. Other celebrities already out of the competition include Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, Ellie Goldstein, and Chris Robshaw.
The remaining contestants are preparing for a special episode at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom next weekend.
