John Whaite and Johannes Radebe Samba to Acuyuye by DLG ✨ BBC Strictly 2021

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Strictly Come Dancing ✨ Series 19 ✨ BBC
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[@howellheather6969]

I love them both, but honestly I think that John would have struggled to dance as well as Johannes here because the man was at his very best and dancing his heart out, so sweet.

[@amyk9813]

Johannes is so fluid! Incredible dancer

[@galaxygumball8422]

SENSATIONAL. i LOVEDDD johannes’ choreography as always however it was so uplifting to see him in his prime; living his absolute best life with john by his side. the technique was immaculate, although i do believe john could’ve put a bit more oomph into this spicy latin number by, as craig and anton agreed on, relaxing the shoulders and having more fluidity in the hips but this partnership delivers week in week out and tonight is no exception. fab!! 9.5

[@kategreen9593]

Johannes is in a class of is own, he is an amazing dancer. John and Johannes dancing together is outstanding, they have got my vote,

[@annemariestewart8233]

they got all 3 of my free votes via the bbc i player

[@gb4453]

It loves itself to much.

[@rosepetal34]

@@gb4453 Johannes should love himself he's great and has done nothing to deserve being described as an 'it'

[@GarnetSeren]

Love their partnership and I've thought Johannes was an exceptional dancer ever since he joined the show, but it has been amazing to see him show more of his personality this series. I know it's supposed to be about the novice dancer's journey, but it's been fantastic to see Johannes too. It's a joy to see them dance together.

[@salome5055]

And they are dance partners and complement each other. It actually drives me sort of mad reading the same old crap about Johannes over dancing and showing John up. Sheesh, if he had a female partner she'd have sequins on her barely covered tits and a bloody great BIRDS NEST OF FEATHERS on her arse and be shaking it like a good un. AND she wouldn't be dancing exactly like John either, feathers aside. I also read that when this pair do side by side, often TOTALLY in sync that it's 'boring and samey'. Some just CANNOT get over the heteronormative way of looking at dance. Give Jo Jo a break, he's pulled John up to an UNBELIEVABLE standard and it's FINE that he has a plainer style, one partner usually does. Just a sort of continuation of your post Garnet Seren, not arguing with you but agree, it's a JOY to witness them dance.

[@sallymuhl846]

These two gorgeous boy's just make me feel happy.

[@phoebetaylor8089]

I've never seen something like this before, This dance was fire, from the bottom of my heart I would like them to win ! ..

[@annemariestewart8233]

me too i want them to win

[@suemorcom7070]

Me too I would love for them too win and I think John is having so much fun when he dance he has a smile on his face ❤️❤️👌

[@gabrielasz94]

Sorry John (you’re amazing!!), but I was absolutely transfixed by Johannes. Simply couldn’t take my eyes off him.

[@Ploon72]

It’s those hips. No comparison.

[@gabrielasz94]

@@Ploon72 totally.

[@peterwilliamskelhorn6675]

@@gabrielasz94 John and Johannes were my favourites in 2021. 2 years later I'm a out and proud 32 year old gay man. These 2 might have helped

[@brynnewton4451]

Last week they made me cry - this week i can't stop smiling. I don't care about their technique, i just know that i watch their performances again and again and again. They bring joy to your life.

[@ProudBtitish]

Ffs

[@ASPERKID22]

​@@ProudBtitishwdym

[@mariancounsellor]

John was never gonna be able to match Johannes in this fabulous dance but it was solid as always and I’m glad they scored well. I give it a 9.

[@hannahmiller2346]

Johannes just makes me happy. They both just make you smile.

[@zxaddictxz]

My favorite couple this year. They are joy to watch.

[@isabelgeddeshines4059]

I'd give it a strong 9 because john was a little outshined by Johannes which doesn't usually happen normally there a 10

[@pennyandfishy7241]

Unfair to mark John down just because Johannes is an expert at it, there would be something up if John was at Johannes's level

[@pammacgregor8857]

@@pennyandfishy7241 I know unfair but true

[@isabelgeddeshines4059]

@@pennyandfishy7241 I agree but the last 2 weeks before you couldn't tell who the pro was

[@babyjane1363]

I love these two guys, love the routine, love the song, had me shaking my thang, johannes wow 🔥🔥🔥🔥could watch him all day.

[@dianegarciaprieto2118]

John is a fabulous dancer as for Johannes his whole body seemed to shimmy from top to toe.

[@natspitz]

Johannes hips are on FIRE!!!

[@powder-blue]

Sensational! I’m so happy that Johannes is pushing John past his limits because he is keeping up! It’s endearing to see John working so hard. I don’t think any other partner would allow Johannes to flex his wings so fiercely.

[@HeartCoils]

John is such a wonderful person besides being a great dancer. Love seeing him perform each week. Sometimes I find him that touch reserved in his movements but I think he’s improving on that all the time. It’ll be criminal if they don’t get to the final, love him and JoJo together :)

[@peterwilliamskelhorn6675]

+HeartCoils John and Johannes did get to the final but were runners up to Rose and Giovanni (they were good as well)

[@lailaagrado]

OUTSTANDING! The fun you two bring to the dances is so addictive! ♥♥♥

[@susanlitherland698]

I am so happy you got through tonight because you deserve to be in the final 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😃😃😃

[@frankmodise6020]

Wow!!! What an Amazing Choreography

[@chalkiememe4183]

My ray of sunshine every week is watching these lovely lads dance. That was brilliant.

[@jackismith4538]

Just love these 2 gorgeous guys,such an amazing connection & I could personally watch them dance together all day,truly are my favourites. Would love to see them win.😊❤💙🥰

[@MarioGamer6060]

scores: 9, 10, 10, 9.

[@janey1133]

OMG their hips were mesmerising! What a fabulous samba and they were both in their element; Johannes' favourite dance was electric tonight!!!

[@xlilmisssunshinex5264]

I just lovvveeee Johannes ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@angelaandersons7918]

Absolutely in awe of John and Johannes hip action shimmy, shimmy, warming up a cold winters evening 😀 x

[@susanlitherland698]

This was fantastic feeling hot hot hot hot I love these guys they make me feel happy 😃 I just hope they make it to the final because they deserve to be there 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@SuperTy173]

That was EVERYTHING and more! I loved it. What an awesome partnership.

[@margaretspanvi692]

Brilliant... without doubt these two have got to be the winners!!......

[@valansley]

Johannes and John with exciting choreography again BIG WOW 👍👍👍👍

[@paigehainsworth8128]

Love both of these men!! Never a dance I don’t like. They are amazing and we’re destined to be partnered together. Best partnership I’ve seen yet! Love the dance

[@jaaproos8062]

O M G . Superbe dance!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@GinaGodfrey]

I love every dance they do!

[@sarahforsbrey3644]

My favourite ever strictly pro. His talent is on another level. I could watch him all day long.

[@dionnebennett5455]

John & Johannes are amazing & this was a great dance for John. They could win this whole show!

[@natashakingston8302]

Cant stop watching this

[@roncize9581]

John’s hips don’t lie 😍

[@carolcouldstone9794]

Johannas is absolutely fabulous and a great gentleman love him he's so great

[@wendycoleman3043]

Love Johns smile.

[@DanceQueenEva]

John makes it look so easy and I love how smoothly he turns,

[@jackdench9649]

Shimmy shimmy shimmy! That was incredible! They are so in sync it’s unbelievable! Score : 8

[@marion3386]

FABULOUS!!!! 🥰🥰🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Tidybitz]

I loved this performance, the samba is one of my favourite latin dances. My favourite dance of the evening.

[@bigd_selectersmg]

THIS PAIR HAVE TO WIN! KEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP VOTING!

[@dianegarciaprieto2118]

WOW.Samba on fire.

[@dyaneleblanc6447]

This was under marked. The fact that the content was pro level, and John danced it? I agree with Craig. I think he has been given pro level routines because he can smash and johannes trust him to do it! Awesome

[@pennyandfishy7241]

One of the best Samba's on strictly in my opinion, John had rhythm, bounce, precision, there was so much Samba content in there it had so much spirit from carnival to campness it was just brilliant, leg action was strong he kept his front leg straight and the back leg bent which is exactly what we are looking for. I love the african references as well that Oti very memorably used in Danny Mac's Samba. It was just brilliant all the shimmys and hip thrusts honestly the only thing I want is it to be done again, just wonderful to watch. *10/10* so much fun, what is it with Samba's always being really entertaining lol

[@carolmark4556]

Just wonderful

[@incogneter]

John took on such difficult samba technique and actually pulled it off!

[@chm4316]

Super un couple de danseurs fantastiques. Johannes était sublime la samba dans la peau . ils de compétent. Bonne continuation .

[@katherinewelling6026]

So much fun to watch. I’m really enjoying these two. Absolutely fantastic!

[@lydiawalshe3581]

I watch this whenever I’m feeling sad and it makes me happy!!!

[@bellac6311]

Cant express how much I love this pairing! They're literally going to be best friends for life after this show, theyre friendship and chemistry is hilarious and adorable!

[@kerriebarton9016]

Johannes kills it with them moves so much fun to watch.

[@ruthirvine193]

I smiled from start to finish…this was a party on legs for sure…so much fun and excellent dance wirk. You two are a joy to watch every week. I sure hope John’s self confidence has improved as I cannot understand why he wouldn’t see HOW AMAZING he is. And it’s soooo obvious this is Johannes’ favourite dance…awesome moves from both of you. Brilliant again xxx

[@ScottRandolph-dd7dr]

🎉 howdy from coastal Mississippi. This was such a fun dance. Highly enjoyable. Dancing with the Stars WILL never allow this.

[@judithr3549]

There should an encore vote for dances that can be re danced again. This was one of those.

[@tree2me]

So much fun!

[@MsMoem]

I loved it! Johannes was just too cool!! Ten out of ten!! :-)

[@LukaRioli]

*I was totally moved by their rumba, last week, but this samba, OH MY GOD it was FAB, U, LOUS, darlings! 😃 I want John and Johannes to WIN! Either them or Rose and Giovanni! Also, I can't help but love the word "acuyuye." I think I'll start using it to express excitement and victory and relief, why not? 🤣 This dance is an 11 from me! Yeah! Best of luck, everybody! 😄👍*

[@lexiwilliams9422]

Well done John ,you made that look easy .

[@mamadd40]

Johannes best samba dancer. I love these two guys❤️

[@deborahduplooy9000]

my vote for sure

[@Savannah.1313]

I like it when they shake well done John and johanas

[@henryriley4958]

I just can’t wait to see what they’re gonna be doing for musicals week!! I have a good feeling

[@hlali_sampies]

These two are such a Joy to watch.😍😍🔥

[@CuriosityRocks]

That was brilliant 😁🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🍹🧉

[@cynthiafletcher9845]

Awesome performance with great music!!❤❤💞💞

[@elvie5709]

this is the most fun dance ever i love it so much

[@mtrn8]

Johannes is an amazing dancer. Keep dancing, looking to see more of you dancing. All the best. Lv 2 u & urs

[@ScottSingerCruises]

Such fun!! Wonderful job!

[@yasminhussain7042]

Johannes is an EXCELLENT DANCER! He dances with such PASSION , everything u see in him is just MESMERISING 😚💞

[@EMMYK1916]

Just so delightful

[@yakarelishernandez8200]

Wait whaaat.. I am in love with this!!!!!!, why am i see this till now?

[@AmandaJYoungs]

I think this was a harder week for John. Not that he didn't master the elements of the dance that Johannes had choreographed so beautifully, but that his physical body - which is more substantial in the core/trunk area than Johannes - was more difficult to move and flex. And let's face it, Johannes is such a showman - he just throws everything at every performance he does! John was really good, better than I had thought he would be, but in previous weeks he has been excellent, so "very good" is less good than that, if you see what I mean. I'll be livid if they don't go through comfortably. We've seen so many celebs leave on their samba dances but there really should be no danger of that happening here. John has shown himself a terrific dancer and I think they are both able to enjoy the performances so much more because of all the hard work they put into the rehearsal period. They are always such a pleasure to watch.

[@Durufle68]

I agree. John’s physical body is thicker and more bulky. There is nothing wrong with that, but being a former dancer and shaped similarly, I had the same challenges. I feel he could have eventually got to that point of fluidity if there was more time for him to learn to loosen his upper body more. That being said, this was a very good performance and I loved it.

[@annemariestewart8233]

jesus them hip swivels were on point

[@terryarrow702]

Just brilliant 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@lucianaborinato2993]

Love them!!!

[@JB-pj6bw]

Fabulous again

[@sianbowman8314]

So wonderful 🥰🤩love love love loved it!

[@alicefiorelli7362]

As a Brazilian, A M A Z I N G

[@vantablack1982]

I can't listen to this song without remembering Ricky Groves' hilarious salsa to it.

[@bellac6311]

omg no 😂

[@user-vz2bo7xt7l]

Потрясающе!!!

[@robertclatworthy1857]

Well done both, you’ve worked so hard to come so far. Keep up the good work and lets hope you win ♥️♥️

[@caitlinpercy3449]

I’m just so happy to sit here and watch Johannes be so so happy like yes baby you live your best life!

[@desireef1weekly]

Those bright yellow pants & hip action caught the eye!

[@justinlwerner]

Joyful!

[@andreaclaudiaaramu307]

These two are a joy to watch!!! Wow, this year I am divided between two couples, I hope one of these two will win (Rose and Giovanni or John and Johannes). They are both amazing. I am utterly disappointed by the voting criteria from the audience of Dancing with the Stars, I am hoping that with Strictly some justice will be done. Great job!

[@annrobinson6643]

You should be so proud of yourselves this is wonderful to watch x x x x love your routines congratulations x x x

[@nme.8473]

Amazing!

[@magatgelamakodiashley9071]

Johannes....... wow

[@natashakingston8302]

This should have got four 10s.

[@jojoa3317]

So goooooo

[@jakebowler9763]

John brought the party this week. Excellent rhythm and energy. His hip action in the voltas was exceptional. Softer knees and a more forward posture would have allowed that hip action to be just as impressive through the rest of the dance. 9

[@ellenatkinson6912]

Magnifico 🥰🕺🕺

[@marion3386]

This season was my favorite!! Love John and JOJO!! But also love Rose ! ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥰

[@rodneythomas8813]

Love it.

[@lmfaoitsjoeyy]

YESSS

[@annemariestewart8233]

yet another sensational dance from the boys they nailed it

[@nanou3865]

Génial !!!