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Strictly Come Dancing fans 'absolutely fuming' after 'most entertaining' professional is 'benched' as show makes its return


As the glittering competition made its return to screens on Saturday, viewers shared their frustration when it was revealed Carlos Gu did not have a celebrity partner.

Venting on X, fans of the show wrote: 'Can't help but feel a little bit sad not seeing Carlos with a partner tonight but still so excited for the series, Strictly season is my favourite.' Olympian Tom Dean will be competing with Nadiya Bychkova and pop singer Toyah Willcox will be dancing with Neil Jones, following his return to the series after a three-year absence. Venting on X, fans of the show wrote: 'Can't help but feel a little bit sad not seeing Carlos with a partner tonight but still so excited for the series, Strictly season is my favourite'

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