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Strictly viewers demand Pete Wicks get a “hug” as he fights back tears


Strictly Come Dancing viewers were moved by an emotional performance by Pete Wicks on tonight's show that left him close to tears.

News The stakes are high on Strictly Come Dancing tonight with the nine remaining celebrity contestants battling it out to secure their place at next week’s Blackpool special. It was an emotional week on Strictly for Pete Wicks (Credit: BBC)The TOWIE star wore his heart on his sleeve as he performed his Couple’s Choice routine to ‘Simply the Best’, his “soulmate” nan’s favourite song, in memory of her. Strictly Come Dancing will air live from the Blackpool Tower Ballroom next Saturday (November 16) at 6.45pm on BBC1.

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