The glitterball trophy has become a symbol of Saturday night excitement for families and friends across the UK. With each series, Strictly Come Dancing delivers jaw-dropping routines, sparkling costumes, and a burst of energy into our living rooms. But there’s more to the excitement than brilliant performances—the power to decide who stays or goes lies partly with you, the viewer.
Let’s break down everything you need to know about Strictly voting, whether you’re supporting your favourite couple or curious about how to take part.
How Strictly Come Dancing Voting Works
Every Saturday, couples take the stage, hoping to impress both the judges and millions watching at home. Each pair’s routine is scored out of 40 by the four judges, giving us the first leaderboard of the night.
As soon as scoring wraps up, the real fun begins—the public vote opens. Viewers from all over the UK can now cast their Strictly Come Dancing votes for their favourites. At the end of the night, these viewer votes are combined with the judges’ scores to create a final ranking. The two couples at the bottom must then face the tense dance-off on Sunday, where the judges ultimately pick who will stay for another week.
Where and When to Cast Your Vote
It’s easier than ever to get involved in Strictly voting:
- Online Voting: Head to the official BBC Strictly Come Dancing voting page while the voting window is open. You’ll need a BBC account, but signing up is free and easy. Each account can vote up to three times per show.
- Phone Voting: If you prefer, you can call the number shown on your screen for your chosen couple. Be aware that phone voting isn’t free—standard call charges apply.
Public voting opens just as the last routine finishes and shuts again a short time after, so make sure you don’t miss out. Claudia Winkleman always announces when voting opens and when it’s about to close.
Recent Strictly Voting Discussions and Debates
Strictly wouldn’t be Strictly without a little drama off the dance floor as well. Social media and online communities have recently buzzed with debates about judges’ decisions and scoring, with some fans claiming bias or inconsistency. Some viewers have also reported rare glitches with the BBC voting platform, usually during busy periods, though most have their say without issue.
Occasional surprises in the dance-off results have left fans shocked, proving how unpredictable Strictly Come Dancing votes can be when both judges’ and public choices come together.
As one judge recently commented, “It’s the public who bring the unpredictability. We score the dance, but the viewers vote with their hearts—and occasionally surprise us all.”
A professional dancer competing this year added, “When you walk up those steps after your dance, knowing that everyone at home can save you, it’s an unbelievable feeling. It keeps us on our toes every single week.”
Tips: How to Vote on Strictly Successfully
Want to make sure your vote on Strictly counts? Here are a few tips:
- Set up your BBC Account Early: Don’t wait until voting opens. Register or check you can log in ahead of time.
- Write Down the Right Numbers: Keep pen and paper handy or take a quick picture of your favourite’s phone number as soon as it’s on screen.
- Watch for Confirmation: Remember, if your vote goes through online, you’ll always get a confirmation message—if you don’t, try again before voting closes.
A Quick Recap: Last Week on Strictly
With the standard higher than ever, last week’s leaderboard saw several couples only a point or two apart. A spectacular routine impressed all four judges, while others struggled to master complex steps. In the Sunday results, the bottom two faced off once again, and the atmosphere in the studio was electric as one couple’s journey ended unexpectedly. If anything, that drama only proved how much every vote on Strictly matters.
Frequently Asked Questions: Strictly Voting
1. How much does Strictly voting cost?
Voting on the BBC website is free—you just need a registered BBC account. Phone votes do cost, and the exact charge will be shown during the programme.
2. Am I able to vote for Strictly Come Dancing from outside the UK?
No, Strictly voting is only open to residents of the UK (including Northern Ireland, Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man).
3. Can I vote on my mobile using the BBC iPlayer app?
Not at the moment. You need to use the official Strictly page on the BBC website during the voting window.
4. How many Strictly Come Dancing votes do I have per show?
Everyone with a BBC account can vote up to three times per show online.
5. What if there’s a tie?
If two couples end up with the same combined score, the couple with fewer public votes ends up in the dance-off.
Whether you stay up for Claudia’s wrap-up or close your laptop the moment your votes are in, taking part in Strictly voting each week keeps you right at the heart of the show’s sparkle.
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