Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left swooning over Nikita Kuzmin as he debuted a new look for tonight's Halloween special.
The BBC hit competition returned to our TV screens on Saturday (October 26) for another nail-biting show. Things heated up as the remaining celebs geared up to battle it out to secure their place in the competition.
This week, the couples went all out with their routines and costumes for Halloween week with performances inspired by The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice this year.
The judges also put out all the stops for the spooky season as viewers saw Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke as the twins from The Shining, Motsi Mabuse as Cruella de Vill, and Shirley Ballas as Winifred Sanderson.
However, professional dancer Nikita surprised viewers by stripping off during his jive with celebrity dance partner Sam.
Motsi said the performance was the 'cherry on the cake' of a fantastic show. The duo received 31 points, Sam's best score in the competition.
Viewers watching at home wasted no time rushing straight to social media to share their reaction to the star's transformation.
Another wrote: “Nikita's costume is something I didn't know I needed in my life #StrictlyComeDancing.” A third swooned: “Well, I'm looking at Nikita in a whole new way tonight #StrictlyComeDancing #strictly.”
One shocked fan said: “Shut up...my head literally fell off when Nikita ripped his suit off, absolutely brilliant.” Another confessed: “I really fancy @kuzmin__nikita in suspenders! #StrictlyComeDancing.”
Meanwhile one added; “My favourite dancing is the Time Warp by Nikita and Sam. Wow! That was amazing. I loved it. I loved the costumes. #StrictlyComeDancing.”
Nikita's Transformation Was a Hit
The response to Nikita's transformation was overwhelmingly positive. Many fans took to social media to express their admiration for his look and the overall performance.
Some of the most common reactions were:
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Surprise: Fans were shocked and delighted by the costume change, with many commenting on how unexpected it was.
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Appreciation: Many viewers praised the boldness and creativity of Nikita's costume choice, calling it “special,” “something I didn't know I needed,” and “brilliant.”
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Attraction: Nikita's new look sparked a lot of admiration, with several fans expressing their attraction to him in suspenders.
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Praise for the Dance: The performance itself was well-received, with many fans commenting on how much they enjoyed the routine and the costumes.
Beyond the Costumes
Nikita and Sam's performance wasn't just about the costumes, though. They also received praise for their dancing.
The judges were impressed with their energy and synchronization, and the audience was clearly enjoying themselves. The pair managed to score 31 points, which is Sam's highest score yet in the competition.
It seems that Nikita and Sam have found a winning formula. They're clearly a popular couple with the fans, and they're delivering entertaining performances week after week.
What's Next for Nikita and Sam?
The duo will be hoping to continue their success in the coming weeks. They have a tough task ahead of them, as the competition is heating up. But they're clearly a force to be reckoned with.
With Nikita's good looks and Sam's growing confidence, they have a good chance of making it to the finals. Fans will be watching closely to see if they can keep the momentum going and keep their fans swooning.
