Strictly Come Dancing's first live show this week followed a spectacular launch that saw stars like JB Gill and Tasha Ghouri aiming for the coveted Glitterball trophy. But who has taken the lead in the first week, and who is lagging at the bottom of the leaderboard? So who is leading the Strictly Come Dancing celeb and pro couples in the first week? Here's the full rundown for week 1. Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell - 23 Chris and his professional partner Dianne delivered an impressive cha cha to The Beatles' Twist and Shout, reports the Mirror .
Chris is Strictly's first ever blind contestant he admitted he wasn't interested in the show before participating, as he couldn't see the dances on-screen. Wynne Evans and Katya Jones - 26 Welsh opera singer Wynne Evans renowned for his role in the GoCompare adverts showcased his dancing skills with a samba to Tom Jones' track Help Yourself. Wynne also shared his significant weight loss ahead of competing on the show which should aid him in the fitness department.
Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu - 21 Among the favourites to win the Glitterball this year, X Factor champion and Coronation Street star Shayne Ward performed a samba with Nancy Xu this week. They grooved to the Stevie Wonder hit Do I Do. Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas - 23 EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick danced a beautiful Viennese Waltz to the Benson Boone track Beautiful Things.
Jamie is no stranger to Strictly, having triumphed in the 2023 Christmas special alongsi.