Strictly Come Dancing star eliminated from show after shock dance off

Judges said the decision was a 'close' call - www.independent.co.uk

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For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The fourth celebrity has been sent home from Strictly Come Dancing after a surprising dance off. This year's series has so far sent home an unexpected contestant in a result that was branded "messed up" and two more, including singer Toyah Wilcox, that left viewers feeling relieved.

The latest star to be eliminated is former Arsenal footballer Paul Merson, who ended up in a dance-off with a shock competitor: JLS singer JB Gill. Merson was initially considered a "joke" contestant after his first few dances, but sailed through week three of the competition after delivering a better performance than expected. However, following an episode that saw several standout dances and an unexpected.



.. Jacob Stolworthy.