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[@maryoleary2037]

Strictly Come Dancing has too many drama queens.

[@Starose47]

Too true.🎉

[@BarlowSmith]

You can say that again!

[@sandybruce9092]

I watched the American version called Dancing With The Stars - but apparently they couldn’t get any more real stars, but people I’ve never heard of and dint care to watch! Gabe up quite a few years ago - I’m not even sure it’s still on!

[@janineamar1923]

Bullying or just being strict? This bloody generation dont appear to understand that there are rules to everything

[@maureentaphouse5206]

Maybe they've never watched musicals like the Busby Berkley ones or the more modern A Chorus Line? Dance perfection takes hours and hours of gruelling practise .

[@audreymcleod4076]

There is a difference between bullying and being strict.

[@marysander36]

There always seems to be that one person that's ruins it for everyone!!

[@catherinebrame3145]

Dancers are tough and I’m sick of whining victims.

[@BarlowSmith]

I don’t watch these days & haven’t for quite a while, not since it became so woke & a box ticking exercise!

[@judyswinden9935]

I don't watch any 'reality' shows for the same reason.

[@Irene-Donald]

I agree with you.

[@MarlynMeehan]

I stopped watching Strictly long ago when they started to go down the road of 'ticking boxes' and when I realised I knew hardly any of the so called 'celebrities' taking part.

[@duddles6088]

Me too!

[@judyswinden9935]

Me too.

[@catherinejohnson8478]

When you laugh it infects me with laughter.

[@carmencomptoncompton2179]

These 3 women have waning careers, and this is to get extra publicity at the expense of a young man's career. Truly despicable. I am well into retirement but have danced all my life. Dance i s hard it's tiring accidents happen and tempers fray. If you're being yelled at, yell back . If you can't get the step right, tell the teacher it's their fault. They are supposed to be able to deconstruct routines for us plebs. If you're accidentally trodden on, stamp back. In other words, grow up grow a backbone and stop trying to derail someone's livelihood just because you're a wimp.

[@denisebrockton2947]

Spot on, totally agree

[@susanc4622]

How dare the trainers try to make them give their best! In this era, where everyone gets a participation award, doing anything as well as you can has pretty much gone by the board.

[@jacquelineharrod6386]

I am fortunate. I will not miss any of these people, never having heard of them.

[@user-rg2pp6bk6x]

Australia is the same Neil. Hit the working class and the pensioner's hip pockets then rail at us because we are not out and about.

[@christelmcmillan9383]

I think any of those woman shouldn’t have agreed to go onto the show if they are not able to do it snd the blame the teacher

[@NellyandAnge]

Who can forget the amazing routines with Rose Ayling Ellis? xx

[@Tefisheep]

One of my favourite dances ever. Very clever, full of pure joy and total talent. He had to learn how to train totally differently and she had to be able to feel the music or rely on counts. That will always be one of my favourite Strictly dances ever.

[@wildideas7368]

@@Tefisheep He made excellent work with Ranvir (or what ever is that boring ITV person). I wonder if anybody else could have been able to get anything out of her, but he got her to make carefully those choreographies which were perfectly designed for her.

[@sierra60]

​@@TefisheepYet she isn't standing by him. I watched her on that little series with him and Anton when they travelled to their homelands...Sicily and the Basque area of Spain. She enjoyed all the freebies but apparently won't come out and say anything to support him. I think he's been set up by the other failures along with Amanda. Dancing in a few weeks to get upto a professionals level takes hard work, many hours of practice, painful feet and muscles that hurt that you never knew you had.

[@elainemcguinness3962]

Oh Kara and Artems rhumba! ❤

[@cricket8438]

When has everyone who has ever had a flashlight shown on them become so precious that either had their feelings hurt, been bullied, or SAed ?? Good grief, we ALL have a sad story but we are not becoming professional victims. For goodness sake, pull up your socks and get on with your lives!! Stop being a big ole cry baby! 😠😠😠

[@PamelaCooper-ud3cs]

👏👏👏👏

[@TheLiznz]

I suspect that woman had not understood just how demanding dancing can be and just wasn’t prepared to do the work required. He is a great dancer and clearly does a great job at teaching novices, well those prepared to put in the effort.

[@harrbell]

I stopped watching when Bruce Forsyth left and the two women took over. The separate spin off with Zoe ball was even worse.

[@richardbutler4488]

Bruce was genuine, the other lot are just putting on a fictional show.

[@harrbell]

@@richardbutler4488 It was his idea. I can remember the interview he had with Steve Wright ex[plaining before the first series. I think that was why I initially tuned in.

[@DianneClewes]

Who'd ever heard of her before Strictly. She's just a cry baby who didn't want tot put the hard work in.

[@francelinetaylor1158]

The first thing that came into my head when her name was announced was, she’s going to be trouble. Arrogant woke woman! I can’t even remember her name, Amanda something or other. Ranvir is another one, as is the Irish presenter. Arrogant and Trouble!

[@snowysnowyriver]

I gave up watching when they dumped Arlene Phillips for Alesha Dixon. That was like swapping Desert Orchid for Dobbin the Donkey.

[@user-et2xc2ww6q]

We just so NO to strictly bullying . Big wave

[@brendadodds8948]

They want our driving licence to be taken away at 70, now they want our bus pass how are we supposed to get about, push bike 🚲👋🇬🇧

[@MaureenWhybrow]

We will just have to make a nuisance of ourselves by flooding the roads and pavements with mobility scooters or tricycles. We are not a minority so must stand together

[@luannnapier6255]

We could stay home and be grateful we still have a roof over your head? Computers allow us to know what is happening in the world without leaving our homes. Hopefully we have kind, attentive neighbors that are part of a neighborhood watch.

[@brendadodds8948]

You might like staying in but I like to get about while I still can

[@jaygarrett3278]

Can always go back to horse & carts! ​@@MaureenWhybrow

[@judysadowsky2186]

Neil, you are always so pleasant with a big smile on your face. Never look at reality shows, they are too messy.

[@annodnosinut3485]

Too bad for the Queen, that she will not realize her dream.

[@mariebussell7005]

It's all so sad, is it about a women scorned. We have to remember dancing is romantic if it doesn't look authentic you won't get the scores you want.

[@sandragray3951]

Maybe he didn't drool enough over her or put her on a pedestal. Some people seem to think they are far better than what they actually are, and d9n't like their faults to be pointed out.imo

[@patfox-leonard1279]

In my experience, you have to be aware of the ability for a gang of bullies to present as victims. Happened to me.😕

[@richardhargrave6082]

I'm fully expecting the free bus pass to be abolished before I get to the qualifying age

[@libbyclement5148]

Beautiful gardens ❤

[@carolynmorrow9774]

Hello from Ohio USA 🇺🇸

[@maureenball6733]

Between Strictly and The Archers, our King is lucky to get a word in edgeways with his loved Queen!

[@maureencree397]

I am surprised that three self-proclaimed "strong women" couldn't hack the hard work that goes into dancing wonderfully. Even more surprising is that 2 of this trio said nothing until Ms Abbinton whinged about strict training and PTSD, such strong women the had to wait for the bandwagon to pull in! Rubbish, a strict training programme for an actress in a dance show does not give you PTSD.. dealing with dead bodies and serious injuries, being trapped in a burning house, these are the types of things that give you PTSD, not a snowflake actress having to do hard physical training for 8 hours a day. Give me strength!!!!!!

[@brendasmith1093]

Exactly maybe she should be sent to a war zone to see what PTSD really is, not because your dance teacher is strict with you honestly these people how they survive day to day living, she maybe should have stuck with it and learned resilience which too many people these days have not as anything seems to trigger them.

[@wesaoak]

How sad. Here in the US we had Dancing With The Stars and I really enjoyed it so I understand Queen Camilla taking down time with a TV show worth watching.

[@jaybee6268]

Amanda Abbington claims that she was left with PTSD. From what!! It's an affront to the military who have seen terrible sights - they genuinely do have PTSD.

[@denisebrockton2947]

Absolutely, get a life & join the real world

[@raewyncole8509]

Morning neil, from down under, i get a senior discount on public transport here its half price it gets me out of the house and i window shop and get an earl grey tea and a cake i feel less lonley doing that

[@kathrynklein4824]

Good evening from east coast (DC). We have senior rates on our public transports too. Good to have some discounts.

[@Missydee-72]

Get a free travel pass in the Midlands UK. Can use bus, trams or trains to travel within the confines. After 9.30 am though.

[@catherinejohnson8478]

Hello and a tip of my tea mug to you. Hope your winter is lovely. Best wishes from an old bat who is touched by your post. What is your favorite cake? Earl Grey is my tea, too. I love pie - any kind! Take care, dear.

[@libbyclement5148]

Morning from a fellow Aussie 🐝👋🐝👋🐝

[@kathrynklein4824]

@@catherinejohnson8478 I enjoy Earl Grey & English Breakfast tea. I like all kinds of pies too.

[@AbigailGerlach-zt1sh]

Neil, Skip the roller skates and get a skate board! More real estate to stand on! Plus your feet can't go in two opposite directions!

[@gothicwriter9897]

I know a lot about sport and the military. If one is being physically trained one needs to be pushed to one's limits. This is not bullying it is helping people to reach higher standards they could not reach on their own. Dare I suggest two things? First, the current generation of snowflakes don't like being shouted at. Second, Strictly is all about publicity and if one doesn't win there are other ways to gain publicity...

[@alicesings1971]

Good Morning Neil ! Great to see you looking so smart ! Enjoy your summer day ❤

[@gordonhide4539]

Summer day ? Alice ,here in Yorkshire we've had horrendous rain ALL DAY ! Would love a few days of sunshine 🌞🌞 ah well,typical British weather! 👌 kath Yorkshire England

[@animalian01]

Strictly come dancing isn't worth watching and hasn't been for years.

[@jacquimchugh4486]

Good morning Neil from East Sussex

[@joanbonnet8229]

Good morning! Ancestors came from Maresfield.

[@cakehole53]

Have you met the Sussex duo? 😂😂😂🙋‍♂️

[@lynemac2539]

Hi from Upper Left, USA!

[@sandylink7743]

lol oh my gosh Neil I had a good giggle when you mentioned putting on roller skates and hanging on the back of the bus hahah thank you Neil for all of your great reporting. 👋 from me to you and to all.

[@nicolamarkevics6460]

😂😂😂😂 that did make me laugh xx👋👋👋👋

[@bjstewart3723]

I'd bet that woman wanted more than dancing with Giovanni. Lots of tension in everything going on now

[@brendatucker35]

Beautiful flowers ❤❤❤❤❤

[@susangreen4446]

I used to love watching come dancing all those years ago, those ladles with their puff ball dresses !!

[@nellinightshade3358]

The hen's bum dresses!!

[@Tefisheep]

Hen's bum! They did look just like that! 🐓

[@PamelaCooper-ud3cs]

I loved watching come dancing too (mostly in black & white) I had a teacher whose grown up daughter did ballroom dancing. She arranged for her daughter & the rest of the dance group to come to the school one evening to do a few dances for us. The dresses were beautiful. If I had to give a highlight of my school years it would be that evening

[@ginabrettell7729]

Not the same is it like every thing else rubbish!!!

[@linda1915]

Sorry, but we don't have that show here. Lovely roses in front of the Palace. A big 👋 from deep in the ❤ of Texas and Cheers y'all 😊

[@janiecelang2558]

Maybe similar to 'Dancing With The Stars'? Possibly.

[@linda1915]

@@janiecelang2558 Probably but we cancelled our local channels to save $50 on our Satellite television bill so I've heard about it but never seen it. The hardest I have ever laughed is when I saw a Bill Engvall special where he spoke about being on the program. You might look for it sometime. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@toronto4640]

It is the original of Dancing With the Stars in US.

[@linda1915]

@@janiecelang2558 We cancelled our local channels to save $50 on our satellite television bill so I've heard about it but never seen it.

[@linda1915]

@@toronto4640 We cancelled our local channels to save $50 on our satellite television bill so I've heard of it but never seen it.

[@julieemerson8237]

Come on Amanda tell the truth, you know you are lying ?

[@chakalulu67]

Nice to see your numbers growing, you run a good ship! I love it❤ from Wisconsin!

[@carolefearnley1990]

🖐️👋🖐️👋🖐️👋 greetings to one and all

[@ednamitchell9821]

She knew before she went in and the others are just jumping on the bandwagon it's all about publicity and money shut up and go the people that enjoy this show are fed up of these whining actresses who did it for the money then got the money for doing nothing

[@alicesings1971]

❤❤❤

[@joanbonnet8229]

Hello Alice 👋👋👋

[@alicesings1971]

@@joanbonnet8229 👋👋👋❤️❤️

[@marioncampbell2156]

I've never watched it. I wouldnt waste my time

[@lelamadjiah8246]

That's another nice tie, Neil

[@bethfox9390]

I know this is a different topic but does anyone know where we in the US can view Prince William's new documentary? About Strictly Dancing of course these women are complaining now. They aren't getting the attention any more. Why didn't they complain during the filming?

[@danasutherlin1764]

Hi Neil 👋 👋 👋 👋

[@SuzanneLeQuesne]

The image of you on roller skates clinging to the back of a bus had me laughing out loud 😂

[@margaretnewton6625]

Hi Neil in Australia was have the opal card, we load some money on the card and those of a certain age can travel all day on bus, train etc for just $2.50 it a great day out you can hope on and off and still only $2.50 love it

[@mayajrj]

Missed the bus pass thing but for me to get a bus and be able to use my pass I have to get a cab into the town about 1 1/2 miles away! You had me in stitches Neil over the 'Oh Shut up I'm watching' (camill to her hubby). Shame how a tiny minority can ruin things for the majority though,. Strictly No show at BP - sad that.

[@pamelacox4103]

Good evening neil 🖐

[@PetieLee]

OH!!! I had no idea there was a dancing show called Come Dancing. So this is why the rock group The Kinks filmed their video of "Come Dancing" in the 80s as a nod to that show? 🤔 I'm an American...Hahahaha I don't know! 😂 It might be obvious to others but not me! HAHAHAHA!

[@eveb446]

We have NO SUCH THING AS A FREE BUS/PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION PASS, IN CANADA.

[@Mrstigger747]

Sadly nope 👋🇨🇦. BC

[@patb.j.3358]

eveb446, I live in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, 🇨🇦 and we do have a free bus pass for seniors. If you are 65 and older. It used to be that seniors were paying $1.00. Now, they are given a free photo ID Presto card. They pay $1.00 in Mississauga, Ontario. I do not know about the rest of the country.

[@judyswinden9935]

The bus pass isn't free if you lose yours, or someone steals your purse with it in. Here in Wiltshire it costs £20 to get a replacement!

[@Valandaimee]

Hi Neil 👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻❤

[@charlenewillingham6853]

👋👋👋😍

[@ashleyfenton5457]

Hello Neil 👋. I always enjoy your side scenery. I don't watch SCD in the states.

[@user6c7mxkmg]

You got it right the first time, Giovanni. In Italian and Spanish 'i' is always i for Italy

[@deniserodway7251]

We need to have people who are prepared to work hard regardless of colour race religion do your job be woke or whatever after school work these people Today don’t want hard graft just cash to be woke she like many today just want to be victim many worked hard on shows to get on hard work he’s a professional dancer working to win he’s worked hard to get their go through the correct channels she’s a sad old women , Ann widecombe Angela Debbie all worked very hard no moaning just graft , no wonder they can’t keep a partner moan moan moan boorish

[@user-xq6ve2gq7s]

The partner of Giovanni who claimed he bullied her only stayed married for a very short time, perhaps she did not get her way in that marriage and that behaviour could be said equated to a Narcissist. She is desperate to keep herself in the public eye but believe me that is not the way to do it.

[@jsilverman8881]

Oh, if the palaces are public spaces, that would be so lovely! The final in the palace ballroom would be amazing, what a dream come true 😊

[@goldenfd475]

I am 74 and on a state pension, not the latest one but the old one which is a good deal less a week . This year for the first time it is being taxed. How fair is that? I paid tax all my working life and it is not as if I can afford any "extras" on my pension. I don't smoke, drink or run a car and still have to ration my heat in the winter and pay my council tax. Why is it that a person who has lived a life on benefits for whatever reason pays no tax , council tax and gets income top ups? its a crazy world.

[@justineheinrichs2798]

How disappointing. Whenever these kinds of allegations are thrown out there giving access to all the wolves. My first thought is always this. Please don’t let this be someone venting with more venom than necessary. Accusations can cause a lot of damage. Few things cut deeper than an angry tongue. I’m saddened that Queen Camilla won’t get to have her hope of a show in a grand ballroom. Let’s hope all issues can be resolved quickly. ♥️🇨🇦

[@blancarosabeltranvelazquez4176]

Thank you very much for sharing this video, Neil!. God bless!. ❤

[@user-qy6yf4rn5u]

Oh my goodness! Picturing you with skates on holding onto the back of the bus!! 😂😂 thanks for the afternoon laugh!

[@denisejohnson9396]

Dont go down frank spencers stunt roller skates and bus it wont go down too well for you neil

[@rosemarymelling6030]

Surely these celebrities must have known they would have to work hard. It is such a shame that this coming series won’t take place in Buckingham Palace. But I like Geovani. You can’t expect to get to a good standard without putting in the effort. I totally agree with you Neil, they should have complained at the time. Some people just love to complain. I am still looking forward to seeing him in the next series.

[@robertframe3497]

Hi Neil, I’m sorry but I don’t think it is appropriate for Strictly to be inside Buckingham Palace, I know I would love to see it also. (albeit I stopped watching it long ago) Her late Majesty would not have allowed it I’m sure. We still need to keep things private and away from the public eyes. We don’t need so called celebrities bring their drama into our Royal Palaces.

[@ianeiby3976]

Mail listening to you makes my day thank you from me Queensland . Shirley

[@Donna_Relaxing]

oh wow... had they already planned to have the final at Buckingham Palace?

[@rossmaddin3017]

How about giving a shout out to that wonderful British comedy program Last of the summer wine.

[@LoveFaithLive]

Loved that series, borrowed the videos from local library & watched through them twice over.

[@tonyabayless4807]

Good Eveing Neil 🇺🇲👋🤚👋🌹☺️😁❤️

[@heleneentwistle8050]

👋👋 I laugh 😂 and get angry 😮 with you Neil, your positive energy such a tonic, thank you. Allegations sadly appear in all walk of life, Strictly just another victim. I just hope the professionalism and beautiful dancing wins the day. Hxx❤️❤️👋🌞🌹🇬🇧☀️☀️

[@Lyndell-P]

"Hello" there 👋 dear Helene. Neil really does so often "crack me up" 🤣 with me 'laughing out loud' at the screen. Apart from the 'other' information that he gives, he entertains us as well. What more could we ask for? Nothing at all. Much love to you and yours, from Lyndell xx 💓🫂 😊

[@heleneentwistle8050]

@@Lyndell-P Hi Lyndell I absolutely agree, I laugh out loud here, the dogs think I am mad, probably right!!! Neil is the true professional, always real and never falters. Take care. Love Hxx and 🐕🐕❤️🇬🇧🌹

[@kimberlimesser5828]

Hi Neil and chums! Thank you for all your hard work,Neil.

[@eddakendrick445]

I have stopped watching since they got same sex people on. I am not prude but I do not think it belongs there. But that is my opinion and frankly I do not miss watching it. Just like all the other crapp we are supposed to watch.

[@tammygrove8839]

I Love Your Sense of Humor and how you put things into words! ❤ You’re so Funny!😊 Have a Great Day Neil!

[@anneclarke40]

We have nothing like a free pass here in America.

[@marysander36]

My town does have a bus service that depending on who you are, your ride may cost you one dollar for a 20 - 30 minute drive to the next town over. Sometimes the Amish use them if they need to go to a doctor. Those little goodies are disappearing fast tho. Its hard to make ends meet all over!!

[@Ei625]

NYC and NJ transit do have senior fares about 1/2 price.

[@margaret5889]

America has free passes for senior citizens.

[@Ceba-pw8hk]

​@@margaret5889 where ? There's none in my part of the country

[@anneclarke40]

@@margaret5889 I’m a senior citizen living in St. Louis and believe me we don’t have them here.

[@alexhayden2303]

I never liked Forsythe.

[@PatriciaVines-f5t]

Me neither

[@glendafaber1245]

In NSW Australia we have an Opal card ( I think all the other the states have something similar) we put money on to use for transport. Seniors will be charged $2.50 a day to use it and no more. So I live in Newcastle NSW and I can go by train to Sydney (a three hour trip) and back for $2.50. It really isn't worth driving and paying for parking. I drive to a train station and leave my car there and so far am lucky it is still there when I return! Also as pensioners can have 4 rail trips free a year, I think that is the Federal Government) . A couple of years ago a friend and I went to Sydney on our $2.50 fare and then continued onto Canberra for free. We couldn't get a connecting country train going to Sydney BUT on the way home we did and changed at Sydney and travelled on the XPT home. Our trip away for a week cost us $2.50 in train fares. How good is that? I can't drive there and back for that price.

[@Rainbow_42.]

Oh Neil, coffee almost out the nose with the image of you on roller skates clinging to a bus, tie flapping in the wind! LOL!

[@Genamac1939]

Strictly Come Dancing would most likely have been a ratings winner filmed in Buckingham Palace, shame Queen Camilla's idea was knocked back. Maybe a big chance missed? 😞

[@wenders1966ful]

Another show that it is nearing its sell by date.

[@marciacoe4610]

👋🌷

[@mario-qi3yw]

Good day Neil😊

[@user-dn1bj8zs4w]

Sounds like another ex royal, quitting halfway thru, an them blaming someone else. Bullied my backside she just realised it wasn't as easy as it looked. You actually have to work hard.

[@RockerRed]

💚🦋💚Thanks Neil! 👍👋🌷👑🌹

[@rossmaddin3017]

Good morning Neal.Love your northern British humour.wo

[@NanaJ2209]

Neil, if you ever try the rollerskating trick, please video it with a GoPro...😂😂😂

[@valetta202]

I used to love "Srictly" when it was all about 'dancing'......Haven't watched for years now!

[@denisemariner1235]

Big waves from hot, scorching Maryland 👋👋👋 I remember when Mr. Humphrey's hung onto the bus on a skateboard!!!😂😂😂 It was a money crunch time.😊

[@merylmiles4959]

Welcome from Australia too. 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺👋👋👋

[@denisejohnson9396]

Never watched SCD did use to watch come dancing on telly at blackpool tower ballroom that was back in another age

[@susanlansdell863]

Now that was proper ballroom dancing! No half naked posturing.xx

[@margaretoconnor3687]

I loved the descriptions of the dancers' dresses " The dress is of 60 yards of fluorescent green net with 10,000 sequins all sewn on by her mother" . Slight exaggeration but something along those lines.

[@susanlansdell863]

@@margaretoconnor3687 yes!xx

[@denisejohnson9396]

@@margaretoconnor3687 Sometimes one of mums made them for all formation group all to match happy days

[@Ravenswalk]

👋👋👋👋

[@karensmith2392]

Hahahahhaa Neil you do crack me up! “I did consider getting some roller skates and clinging to the back of the bus at one point…..” 🤣🤣🤣🤣 If you could see the image I have in my head now! Bambi on skates, clinging on for dear life, flask and camera flapping in the wind, black sooty face from the yukky exhaust……. 🤣🤣🤣🤣👏🏻👏🏻❤️

[@annharrison6696]

Morning everyone stay safe & well x

[@MyTrain-ks7cd]

Here in NYC seniors get discount metro passes. They can ride on buses and subways at a discount.