In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Ellie Goldstein, the CBBC actor with Down's syndrome, has become the fifth celebrity to be eliminated from the 2025 series of Strictly Come Dancing. Ellie's journey on the show has been nothing short of remarkable, making history as the first contestant with Down's syndrome to grace the main series. But here's where it gets controversial... Ellie and her professional partner, Vito Coppola, faced off against EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal and her partner, Julian Caillon, in the dreaded dance-off. The judges' decision to save Sopal and Caillon, who scored 28 points for their routine on Saturday, over Ellie and Coppola's 27 points has sparked debate. Ellie's performance was met with praise from her partner, who expressed his immense pride and gratitude for her impact on his life. Ellie's elimination marks a significant moment in the show's history, as she follows in the footsteps of former Chelsea footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, rugby player Chris Robshaw, TV star Ross King, and former Apprentice contestant Thomas Skinner as the first celebrities to be eliminated from the 2025 series. Sunday's results show also featured a performance from singer and Celebrity Traitors star Cat Burns, who sang 'How to Be Human' alongside choreography from dancers Michelle Tsiakkas and Nancy Xu. The remaining nine couples will return to the ballroom on Saturday, 8 November at 6.25 pm, with the results show on Sunday, 9 November at 7.10 pm. But this is the part most people miss... Ellie's elimination has left many questioning the fairness of the judges' decisions, and the impact of her presence on the show has sparked important conversations about representation and inclusivity in the world of dance and entertainment. So, what do you think? Do you agree with the judges' decision, or do you think Ellie should have been saved? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
