Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin Argentine Tango to Tattoo by Loreen ✨ BBC Strictly 2023

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  • @carolinepallett9303
    @carolinepallett9303 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +93

    I’m back again watching this for the umpteenth time.
    Absolute perfection in every sense.

    • @melissachallinor4410
      @melissachallinor4410 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Same here and after watching it once, I had to watch it another 2 times straight after. It's just so captivating. I can never get enough of it!

    • @magorzatajankowska3544
      @magorzatajankowska3544 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Me too :)

    • @janetramsdale4478
      @janetramsdale4478 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too. If I ever need my mood lifting I watch this clip. Does it every time

  • @LovedByYou
    @LovedByYou 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +567

    Layton and Nikita never fail to bring us phenomenal performances week after week. This was perfect. The new dance I’ll watch over and over again.

    • @barbarawebb5782
      @barbarawebb5782 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      Same....
      I think I've now got my absolute favourite....❤

    • @tikkun888
      @tikkun888 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮

    • @honeybee3414
      @honeybee3414 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      ​@@tikkun888NASTY YOU JEALOUS?????

    • @Jackieteresa1223
      @Jackieteresa1223 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      me too! my favourite dancers on the show & i just enjoy nikita & his dancing

    • @heatherlingard9444
      @heatherlingard9444 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They will never fail because Layton is a professional dancer and the show knows it and he knows it which is why he's always smug as he knows he will win it its probably written in to his contract give me high scores and get me to the final otherwise I will throw a dramatic
      tantrum and walk away

  • @DonnaCarrington-s9c
    @DonnaCarrington-s9c 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    This is the greatest dance on Strictly. The emotion completely connected with the technique. Years later I still come back and watch this and it blows me away. I could break it down (I'm a dancer) but I don't want to because it's art and moves my soul. In the first half of the dance you can see Layton doing his own thing, the second half he is totally in it and responding to Nikita. This makes me love dance and I admire you so much Nikita for sticking with this

  • @rhiannonwest2465
    @rhiannonwest2465 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +111

    I am so loving Nikita this season. He and Layton are fantastic dancers and together they make sparks fly. Whoo!

    • @SarahMackintosh-si5lf
      @SarahMackintosh-si5lf 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello if I ever have the opportunity to make friends with both Nikita and Layton then I will invite VIP fans to his events. 😊

  • @tingliasmr
    @tingliasmr 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +72

    There was something about the depth of emotion in this dance and pouring out of Layton's eyes at the end that just moved me so deeply. Striking performance!

  • @suefisher3037
    @suefisher3037 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +55

    They aren’t dancing to the music, they are dancing within the music. Which is some achievement.

  • @suzannedarroch1149
    @suzannedarroch1149 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    So many comments on Strictly that Layton had previous dance training...... This is heart, soul and completely overwhelming. Dance training does not do this. This has to be my favourite Argentine and I have had a few in the past.

    • @susannepowell8914
      @susannepowell8914 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Absolutely 💯 ❤

    • @micharein2213
      @micharein2213 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Totally this. He is so special. We are privileged to watch.

  • @avocadomonkey4892
    @avocadomonkey4892 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Oh my gosh -- the footwork! the precision! the speed! the passion! They are so fabulous!

  • @saturdayclass-syndicategro1301
    @saturdayclass-syndicategro1301 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +68

    I keep on replaying this video, I never want it to end - can we have an extended version:)? This is such an emotional piece and both dancers are incredibly talented - thank you for BBC.

    • @jessicafrizell3212
      @jessicafrizell3212 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I too have replayed the video several times- they are breathtaking!

    • @dagmardowie7877
      @dagmardowie7877 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Stunning, lost for words...perfection.

  • @susanlucas6642
    @susanlucas6642 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    This dance will, go down as a highlight of Strictly’s history. Magnifico.

  • @emshents
    @emshents 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +285

    I didn't even realise I was holding my breath the whole way through until it ended 🔥🔥 This was my favourite routine of theirs so far and maybe of the whole show this year. Incredible 🔥

    • @Angie-iq1xq
      @Angie-iq1xq 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      💯 ditto! I could watch these two all day long❤️

    • @anne-marieturner6762
      @anne-marieturner6762 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

      You know its epic when (a) you forget to breathe and (b) it feels like it's only on for 10 seconds

    • @Jackieteresa1223
      @Jackieteresa1223 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Without a doubt!!👏💯

    • @donetajful
      @donetajful 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      SAME......phew!

    • @GillFisher-ny4do
      @GillFisher-ny4do 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      My favourite Argentine tango out of their dances. Loved it more than their couples choice. Mesmerising. So good.

  • @kerijordan5771
    @kerijordan5771 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +44

    A new level of Argentine tango has been danced right here -the most powerful and intense partnership and performance. Everything from the musical arrangement to the staging to the costumes and their energy is simply sublime. I'll never get tired of watching this ❤

    • @benugomez
      @benugomez 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's not a real tango

  • @katethawley4356
    @katethawley4356 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    This blows me away each time i watch . Nikita is proving what an amazing choreographer he is

  • @Wellygigs
    @Wellygigs 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

    Two dancers dancing . No distractions . Stunning .
    Not bothered about numbers on a paddle as I need to watch this again .
    STUNNING .

  • @UKCALLING99
    @UKCALLING99 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    The acting at the end when the music stopped sent the performance into strictly folklore

  • @zxaddictxz
    @zxaddictxz 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    Layton is pure magic. He is insanely talented. I don't know if he can teach but I would love to see him dancing at SCD every season.

    • @brianbowers-x9q
      @brianbowers-x9q 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He is talented but couldn't dance with a woman coz he's not strong enough for the lifts that's why he dances with a man, Johannis Rebbee can

    • @ireneanunda5957
      @ireneanunda5957 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      But saying that I don’t know If I want to see him dance with anyone else apart from Nikita lol

  • @zcakc10
    @zcakc10 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +57

    This was so beautiful in its drama, narrative and artistry. I broke into floods of tears as it ended and the camera stayed on Layton.

  • @spiderwickian
    @spiderwickian 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    i will never be over this dance

    • @rosepetal34
      @rosepetal34 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Sameee

    • @Simplychipci
      @Simplychipci 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Same💗

  • @CrystalTip7
    @CrystalTip7 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +61

    Gave that sensational AT performance a standing ovation in my living room! I was so moved and thrilled in equal measure. I want to see that get the 40 it deserves in the final!

  • @essy1able
    @essy1able 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +142

    WOW!! THAT'S WHAT WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!! Layton's leg action is some of the best I've ever seen!! Also their mirroring was PERFECT and their acting was UNBELIEVABLE!! And I can't get over their chemistry!! That deserved the first 40 of the series, damn Craig!! 😒

  • @PKay22
    @PKay22 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +252

    Hands down one of the greatest dances in strictly history! Clean, precise, dramatic. Layton and Nikita are incredible together!

    • @anjee.3261
      @anjee.3261 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      In your opinion!

    • @PKay22
      @PKay22 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

      Surely any comment on any TH-cam video is a persons opinion…kinda goes without saying…

    • @the5thjudge
      @the5thjudge 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

      @@anjee.3261in quite a lot of peoples opinions, seems like its on its way to be crowned the greatest dance in strictly history

    • @Jackieteresa1223
      @Jackieteresa1223 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      ABSOLUTELY AGREE 100%

    • @Jackieteresa1223
      @Jackieteresa1223 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      @@the5thjudge I truly hope so as this dance was my favourite what an outstanding performane on saturday dancing the Argentine tango....i have been watching it over & over!!

  • @jollyberry1276
    @jollyberry1276 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +70

    Watched it a hundred times and still cannot get enough of them two. Spectacular!

    • @ritanevin8920
      @ritanevin8920 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Me Too

    • @justynaswiton7385
      @justynaswiton7385 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      I adore those two and can never get enough of them. Such great dancers, with incredible chemistry between them. I don't think I'd been fully able to appreciate Nikita's skills until he got paired with Layton this season. They've had my support from week one and hopefully we'll see them reach the final.

    • @benjames77bd
      @benjames77bd 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You need a life

    • @Angie-iq1xq
      @Angie-iq1xq 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Me too! Obsessed... absolutely stunning 😍

    • @juliewillard1367
      @juliewillard1367 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have watched this so many times!

  • @fdognyanyanya
    @fdognyanyanya 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    I think this is the best working teamwork I have ever seen on Strictly! GO LAYTON AND NIKITA!

  • @hnrbdrh
    @hnrbdrh 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    The very rare moment in which song, dancers, and choreography all align. Doesn't happen very often!

  • @ColinEllis61
    @ColinEllis61 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Powerful. Not just the dancing but the expressions.

    • @barbarawebb5782
      @barbarawebb5782 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Absolutely...
      Nikita to me felt like a completely different person, almost cold, arrogant....while in this 'breakup' Layton was distraught.....
      The story in the dance was woven through it absolutely seamlessly.

  • @ribena607
    @ribena607 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    Also, I've been working my way through the videos and comments, and I've noticed that every 10 minutes, the views on this dance go up by a THOUSAND. I mean if that doesn't just say it all. An iconic dance that will go down in Strictly history!

  • @emmahaywood4286
    @emmahaywood4286 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    Has to be the best dance ever seen on SCD, I genuinely cannot see why this didn’t get 40. Astonishingly good - regardless of his dance training, I’d pay good money to watch Layton dance. Bravo 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @gudrunvansteenbergen7997
    @gudrunvansteenbergen7997 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +228

    I loved this so much.
    What I love about this partnership ist that Nikita makes Layton shine. But also how Layton makes Nikita shine.
    And wow you could see the emotions in Layton eyes.
    They gave everything

    • @karyne826
      @karyne826 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      They’re truly perfection 💕

    • @MarionNicholls
      @MarionNicholls 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They won in my eyes...❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Thomaa-x8s
    @Thomaa-x8s 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Best dance I’ve ever seen on strictly

    • @Emma-wm9jg
      @Emma-wm9jg 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Facts.

  • @lincliff663
    @lincliff663 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    For me, this was the best dance since the beginning of Strictly. The shapes and the timing were incredible. Mind blowing.

  • @bonniecole9462
    @bonniecole9462 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    I agree with all of the above....Layton and Nikita MUST walk away with the glitter Ball. Their precision is incredible. 😊😂

  • @tonebalone73
    @tonebalone73 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +105

    That was an intense performance by Layton and Nikita. The footwork was mesmerising. I really want them to win Strictly so badly but I know the odds are stacked against them. I just want them to dance together forever 🫶🫶🫶

    • @dajtoad1
      @dajtoad1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      No way they’ll win, but that’s okay. Just as long as they get to the final so we can see them dancing the maximum number of routines.

    • @rafaelyaguaro2842
      @rafaelyaguaro2842 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Thank God I'm not alone in that feeling they're not gonna give them the trophy, wish they win, they're the best BY FAR, but something tells me production is not gonna let them win

    • @dajtoad1
      @dajtoad1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@rafaelyaguaro2842 the final is entirely up to the public vote, not ‘production’. They still won’t win, though.

    • @rafaelyaguaro2842
      @rafaelyaguaro2842 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@dajtoad1 if you think, almost 20 years into this show, production doesn't have a way to getting the finalist and winner they want, I got news for you

    • @dajtoad1
      @dajtoad1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@rafaelyaguaro2842 it makes absolutely no difference to ‘production’ who wins. All they’re interested in are viewers. Some shock boots, and some good dances, and getting the (hopefully) most popular 4 into the final is all they need. Why should it make any difference to them who wins? The judges vote in the final doesn’t count, and tbh most viewers who vote have already made up their minds who they’re going to vote for before the final starts.

  • @sianevans1234
    @sianevans1234 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +48

    Layton and Nikita, Argentina tango and Tatoo by Loreen = HEAVEN. Honestly I am lost for words. It was outstanding, amazing and it should have been 10’s across the board. Layton, you are an inspiration to so many including myself and Nikita, you are one of my favourite professionals and to the both of you, I say thank you. ❤

  • @rosepetal34
    @rosepetal34 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

    When I can get properly lost in a dance I know it’s magic this dance did that for me tonight, what a fantastic partnership 💜

  • @Liamxroberts
    @Liamxroberts 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +355

    Layton is inspiring so many, and its amazing to see. If you don’t like someone being their authentic self, thats your problem, not his! Someone very close to me has been going through a difficult time lately, and watching Layton and Nikita has really brought them so much happiness. THAT is what Strictly is about. Just remember nobody is forcing you to watch him or vote for him, the same way there is no need to send horrible comments. It won’t get anyone anywhere positive. If you have nothing nice to say, DONT SAY ANYTHING. If you can be anything, be kind.

    • @the5thjudge
      @the5thjudge 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

      i wish i could tattoo this comment on to everyones eyes

    • @hoxtondean9855
      @hoxtondean9855 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Thank you. I agree 👍. I try to not let the hateful words and comments get me down but really difficult sometimes.

    • @Liamxroberts
      @Liamxroberts 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@the5thjudge 😂

    • @ashleybrown1540
      @ashleybrown1540 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He shouldn't be even in the competition as he's a dancer!! Complete fraud

    • @jeffreypowell4516
      @jeffreypowell4516 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Here here well said ….

  • @juliethompson5301
    @juliethompson5301 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Bobby fan here supporting you guys.best dance of the series.love you Layton and Nikita ❤❤

  • @jonhorley4529
    @jonhorley4529 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

    I'll be 79 on December 11 - and l see Layton will be 30 on the 13th - this is my early birthday present! I've never seen anything so sharp, yet fluid, hit every mark, yet be so flowing. Astounding, outstanding, beautiful. I cried with the joy it brought. In these cruel times, we need reminders of the other side of humanity. Thank you, Layton. Thank you, Nikita.

    • @Paadzer
      @Paadzer 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Sorry but Layton will be 30 in 2024 on 13 September.

    • @7tracey7
      @7tracey7 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Happy Birthday for tomorrow! 🎉😊

    • @jonhorley4529
      @jonhorley4529 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@7tracey7 Aw, thanks, Tracey, that's so kind of you. What an amazing duo of dancing perfection tonight Nikita and Layton were. I still can't believe that Charleston - especially bouncing on and off chairs, and even getting their umbrellas open in synch! Absolute heaven to watch, and reassure ourselves how much grace and beauty is possible. I've no doubt there are spiteful little creatures who love being negative about anybody and anything. Just let them roll around in their cowpats of bitterness - nobody cares about them. Layton, you are sublime - THANK YOU! XXX

    • @7tracey7
      @7tracey7 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You're very welcome 😊 I absolutely love watching them and am rather in love (& lust! ☺️) with Nikita! Just love seeing people being their authentic selves and the bond between them. I've cried & smiled! Have a great day!

  • @maggiedonaldson8432
    @maggiedonaldson8432 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    I love how they were in character before the music started and for several seconds after it ended. This was a breakthrough dance for this pairing - it finally felt authentic and as though they’ve gelled. It took a while, but was worth it

  • @Kre8tif
    @Kre8tif 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    ❤ Nikita. Can’t take my eyes off him whether he’s dancing or not. However, he is such a generous dance coach who makes sure his partner shines.

  • @alletsa
    @alletsa 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    I'm not one to usually leave comments on YT, I usually just watch the videos and stay silent, but I felt like I had to leave a comment on this one. I've been watching strictly since season 2 and this is genuienly one of the best dances I have seen in the history of the show. I can't even fully put my finger on why; a combination of skill, storytelling, atmosphere, chemistry, artistry. Like Motsi said, it will never again be done like this. 100% deserved 40. Layton and Nikita are one of the best partnerships to ever be on the show, and Layton is amazing and keeps on improving. Rooting for them to win. What an iconic moment.

  • @coolerthanyourmam9902
    @coolerthanyourmam9902 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Absolutely my favourite dance of the series. The story, the strength, the song, the dancing. The was everything!

  • @JamesJones-mp6ie
    @JamesJones-mp6ie 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +400

    This example of accepted diversity is what makes me very proud to be British (not a lot does these days). Two men dancing passionately and getting totally carried away with emotion. They can do what makes them happy and not have to worry about backlash. You'd never see this on Russian or Islamic TV. Well done and thank you BBC for not caring about what narrow minded people think! .

    • @soysaucegirl2007
      @soysaucegirl2007 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

      Also someone commented that Dancing in the Stars in the US would not allow this. British people can be quite quirky and edgy, and the show, despite the traditional latin/ballroom focus, gives space for difference in a way I am also proud of.

    • @balmuis
      @balmuis 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

      I also appreciate BBC highly ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ for involving the less abeled people in more and more of their programs 👍👏

    • @HowardNeil-k5r
      @HowardNeil-k5r 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      This is why I genuinely fear the spread of a certain religion, which is actually an ideology

    • @SQSwing
      @SQSwing 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

      People forget that Tango was originally danced by men with other men so it’s crazy that in 2023 this is a novel concept to some. Their performance was incredible!

    • @TobleroneChic
      @TobleroneChic 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

      Sorry but whilst the original comment has good intentions, it doesn’t justify the Islamophobic comment in the reply about a ‘certain religion’ or the Islamophobic edge in the original comment. There are queer Muslims and LGBTQ+ people living in Arab countries. You can never paint people with the same brush, and doing that to an entire religion erases those identities and those people. Embracing diversity is about embracing the many different ways of being a human on this world ❤🌍

  • @gordUK
    @gordUK 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +65

    One of the best dances I've seen in 21 series of Strictly. Absolutely incredible.

  • @lauramariawaugh5719
    @lauramariawaugh5719 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +86

    That was phenomenal. Nikita’s choreography goes from strength to strength.

    • @MJGOLDHEART
      @MJGOLDHEART 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      They get in professional Argentine Tango dancers to teach the choreography for this. Even so Nikita's choreography on all the dances has been fantastic.

  • @BillionViewClubber
    @BillionViewClubber 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    The best Argentine Tango ever! Worth a 40! The best dance since the show started at that point! Some of the best footwork I have ever seen in the Argentine tango! 10 out of 10! Perfect! Some Amazing passion and drama! Incredible movements! It takes so much skill to give us that! Thank you for that OUTSTANDING Masterpiece!

  • @caroljohn39
    @caroljohn39 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +163

    Layton is so good he makes Nikita shine! We know it's a longshot that Layton will win due to the naysayers in the GBP getting the final say. But that doesn't matter, Layton wins every time he gets on the strictly dancefloor. What an ambassador for diversity, for the youth and actually for this country.

    • @gillperkins4824
      @gillperkins4824 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      You are right.

    • @annabelleharris1264
      @annabelleharris1264 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Wow what a wonderful and powerful comment ❤

    • @Camille_Anderson
      @Camille_Anderson 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      💯👏👏👏yes! Imho, they want the girl from Coronation street to win. Leyton is different class from her, sorry but her chunky arms & legs put me off.

    • @TAH1712
      @TAH1712 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I think you're wrong. Elle is getting 1k likes and Layton is getting 3.6 K likes. Everyone else just around 500 likes. It's clear to me he's the GBP favourite. Even if everyone switches their vote to Elle, I still don't think that'll be enough. But Elle is getting better all the time - she's increasingly more 'professional' looking every week - I think it will be very close in the end.

    • @mags6452
      @mags6452 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@Camille_Andersonso her obvious amazing talent having not had professional dance training and lovely bubbly personality comes down to what she looks like in your world? How pathetic and sad. Layton is absolutely amazing but has trained as a dancer.

  • @honey_w777
    @honey_w777 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    Goosebumps fr like I’m literally speechless. You know what, ICONIC. This dance first of all, deserve a 40 secondly, everything is just perfect, the dance, the chemistry, the partnership, the technique like honestly this was perfection. nothing else to say. PERFECTION ✨❤️

  • @carolinepallett9303
    @carolinepallett9303 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +50

    I keep returning to this.
    I’ve never before seen perfection like this.

    • @rebelhenz
      @rebelhenz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Same these two are on another level and the chemistry crazy. 🤪

  • @tjj4lab
    @tjj4lab 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Loved this! Layton and nikita always bring something unique to their routine this one was flawless amazing choreo perfect to the music fully deserved a 10

  • @ribena607
    @ribena607 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +149

    WOW! This was definitely on some other level, they were dancing on the edge, completely in the moment and drew everybody in with them. The passion, drama, intensity, choreography, music, lighting and outfits came together perfectly. I feel like this is what we've REALLY been waiting for from Layton. A dance in which he showcases his skill by performing complex choreography from start to finish of the dance he's been assigned- no tricks or showboating (as amazing and brilliant as he is at them)- and pure emotion and storytelling from him. Just amazing. (I'm sure we're all dying to know why Craig gave a 9!!! What a travesty!)

    • @Belaugh
      @Belaugh 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      What wonderful comments. Not just me, then. I have watched this routine over and over, and it seems to be past in seconds. Thee naysayers have no idea how special and how good, and how full of hope this is (yes, I have been slagged off here for adoring this routine, but hey, that's life; not my problem, but the other persons) I have been overwhelmed at how much Layton is learning and progressing, both as a dancer and as a person, and how brilliant this teaming with Nikita has been. To me, this is the height of his achievement. He has moved his core, and strengthened it. Changed his entire approach to dance and his place within it, and has matured so much as a talent and as a person. And if people cannot see and accept the achievement and the joy of this, they have a problem all of their own.
      I also think Layton deserves real credit for knowing he would be trolled and abused for his place on this show, and yet he has had the courage and the nerve for daring to do it anyway.
      All these complaints about him being a professional dancer; yes, he is. But he isn't the same now, and his learning curve has been as intense as anyone else's Comparitively, someone may be an English teacher, but that doesn't mean they can teach maths without total retraining. And this is exactly the same situation.
      Sadly, I don't think he will be allowed to win, Ellie Leach will, and she will have earnt it, but Layton will have won a different, more valuable and more especial victory that speaks to people, and with a reward greater than a glitter ball..

    • @ribena607
      @ribena607 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@Belaugh 100% agreed. It's takes real strength to push through so much hate and I've no doubt that the growth of his talent through this show and the exposure it gives him, will catapult him to new heights.

    • @micharein2213
      @micharein2213 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@Belaugh That is a bravo comment right there. I love Leyton, he's so unbelievably good at this. I feel sorry for people who's judgment robs them of the joy of his rare talent. Professional or not, you will rarely see anything this beautiful and emotional. So appreciate it everyone! It's so worth it!

  • @MoonSpinners
    @MoonSpinners 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    What a fantastic performance, and the amazing vocals from the live singer made it spine tingling. ❤

  • @klwl
    @klwl 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Wow! Intense, dramatic, theatrical, passionate --- the routine ticks all the ticks for a great Argentine tango!

  • @anthonyrichardson8677
    @anthonyrichardson8677 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    The Argentine tango originally was performed by 2 men, this truly honours the spirit of the dance, and whatever your orientation, this was a superb interpretation by 2 superb artistes. 🎉

  • @AndersBu
    @AndersBu 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    Argentin tango was invented by sailors
    …two men could dance and compete
    …like a battle off.
    Therefore this was absolutely amazing made and preformed and authentic ❤❤❤

  • @benkay8295
    @benkay8295 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Every now and again a dance comes along that blows your mind..... This was it

  • @tracydudden7859
    @tracydudden7859 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +60

    Best dance so far for an Argentina tango. This should go down in strictly history. These two never dissapoint when they dance. 🎉

    • @thekid8224
      @thekid8224 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Absolutely this is definitely going into the strictly hall of fame with frankie's paso doble, Danny mac's samba, Jay's jive, Alexander Burke paso doble,

  • @paulszymanski1005
    @paulszymanski1005 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    No words to describe what happened during this performance; transcendental shift! Wow!!!

  • @ScottRandolph-dd7dr
    @ScottRandolph-dd7dr 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    😂 greetings from coastal Mississippi. Oh my gravy....this was such a incredible dance. I was swept up in the performance. Dancing with the Stars WILL never do this. They should win the mirror ball❤

  • @kateroberts4421
    @kateroberts4421 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +137

    Just wow. I’m mesmerised by this couple….that look Nikita gave Layton at the end of the dance was so intense, it gave me goosebumps!! 🥵 Week after week they absolutely smash it and this dance was THE dance of the series so far! Absolute travesty they didn’t get 40!

    • @kerry7029
      @kerry7029 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      Yes! Hopefully there were hugs later - the characterisation was so real that I wanted to console Layton!

    • @chantaldurand8856
      @chantaldurand8856 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      That look gave me the horn lol absolutely incredible routine and execution

    • @peggiecoulson78
      @peggiecoulson78 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It was amazing

    • @starlove8044
      @starlove8044 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Agree 100% 💕

  • @marthaadam-bushell7316
    @marthaadam-bushell7316 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I've watched this so many times it's almost absurd. ICONIC!

  • @dingtonia
    @dingtonia 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    At last I can experience Nikita’s phenomenal talent. He is a magnificent dancer.

  • @Ackee2711
    @Ackee2711 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Amazing footwork. I'm always excited to see what they'll do next. These two keep me on the edge of my seat every time.

  • @brendaedwards6741
    @brendaedwards6741 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    An astonishing Argentine Tango - danced as it originally was, with two men. Breathtaking! And the end, when they stayed in character and Nikita 'collected' Layton at the end 😍 Oh my ... so intense!

  • @eringrace098
    @eringrace098 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    this will go down in history as one of the greatest dances on strictly

  • @KerriWalsh-g6f
    @KerriWalsh-g6f 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Literally the best dance of the season

  • @maryellis293
    @maryellis293 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

    I have been watching Strictly since it started in May 2004 and whilst every series has given us some outstanding dances I don’t think I have every seen such an absolutely amazing dance as this Argentine Tango. Nikita’s choreography is brilliant but however good the routine is in theory it also needs the celebrity to put in the hours to bring it to the next level - and boy did Layton do that. For me not only has this been the dance of the series (so far) but of the whole programme since 2004. Well done doesn’t seem enough.

    • @barbarawebb5782
      @barbarawebb5782 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      I don't think I've ever seen a better dance.
      Pure art.

    • @kerryshepherd5676
      @kerryshepherd5676 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Totally agree

  • @rebelhenz
    @rebelhenz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +127

    Incredible! This song pairs perfectly with the Argentine tango, making it my all-time favorite dance. Witnessing the original gender perform adds a special touch, and the chemistry between Nikita & Latoya is simply amazing. A perfect 10 for my birthday, capturing the emotion despite a challenging week. Layton reclaimed the top spot where he truly belongs. 10/10 brilliance! 😢💯🥵👏🏾

    • @reddragonready
      @reddragonready 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Exactly why I thought it dissappointing...this could have been more masculine energy and passion.

    • @AbcDef-ww2gy
      @AbcDef-ww2gy 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      @@reddragonready It was deeply masculine. Just look at those power suits! I felt they would start fighting at one point (the forehead-meeting point).

    • @tracydudden7859
      @tracydudden7859 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Most definitely the songs some tines don't match the dance but this song perfectly makes sense too the dance.

    • @karenmcclure7191
      @karenmcclure7191 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I can't stop watching it , the look by Nikita at the end unreal.

    • @Angie-iq1xq
      @Angie-iq1xq 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@karenmcclure7191 I couldn't work out who was breaking up with who in this dance, until that look on Nikita's face. These two and this dance are absolutely stunning. 💕

  • @kiwigirljacks
    @kiwigirljacks 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I mean…that was an incredible DIFFICULT tango! Absolutely smashed it. Deserved a 40

  • @juttahearne8032
    @juttahearne8032 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Layton and Nikita should go on tour after strictly with their own show….I would definitely be there to watch them!!!!!!!!!! Perfection ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @heatherlingard9444
      @heatherlingard9444 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Of course you would he's a pro dancer he was always going to be amazing I bet strictly will make him a pro dancer next year

    • @barbarawebb5782
      @barbarawebb5782 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@heatherlingard9444
      They won't.
      The difference between the professional dancers and their celebrity partners is that the pros have trained THEIR WHOLE LIVES almost exclusively in ballroom/Latin dancing to become championship title holders (some holding multiple awards). Non of the celebs, even Layton, have this level of expertise.

  • @LisaF329
    @LisaF329 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +98

    Absolutely stunning, one of my favourite strictly dances ever. The fact Craig didn’t give this a 10 is a complete joke… He wishes he could dance like that. Layton and Nikita to win 🔥

  • @YvonneDeboer-g8v
    @YvonneDeboer-g8v 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Amazing dance.Nikita was incredible in this and so was Layton!

  • @eviewhatling8836
    @eviewhatling8836 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +554

    I cannot believe Craig didn’t give them a 10. It was absolutely amazing!

    • @SkincareObsessedxoxo
      @SkincareObsessedxoxo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +50

      They were robbed of the perfect score!

    • @jamcgowan1095
      @jamcgowan1095 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +64

      There was one teeny tiny little wobble in the side to side section at the beginning. I bet he saw it.
      However, as Len once said, sometimes a 10 isn’t perfect; it’s just better than a 9. And that deserved a 40

    • @rowanc88
      @rowanc88 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

      As with Ellie and Vito's dance last week, this'll be one that be reprised in the final and get the perfect score.

    • @jamcgowan1095
      @jamcgowan1095 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      @@rowanc88 yes, I agree

    • @strictlylover433
      @strictlylover433 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Jamcgowan agree i saw a little mistake there probably why craig gave it a 9

  • @alicecante5283
    @alicecante5283 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    They’re dance skills are beautiful. They should be very proud of themselves.

  • @patriciawalker8119
    @patriciawalker8119 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    This is perfection. Watching this couple perform gives me shivers. Just brilliant! ❤

  • @soysaucegirl2007
    @soysaucegirl2007 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    This is the Layton I have been hoping for, showing a new dimension. So compelling, reaching new heights. That end shot with his face, with the crowd behind applauding, is truly magical.

  • @JezK83
    @JezK83 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +116

    Oh my goodness, this had me in absolute bits tonight! The drama, the elegance, the passion, the significance… 🥲🏳️‍🌈😭🥰 Thank you, thank you Layton and Nikita, and everyone at BBC Strictly!!

    • @kerry7029
      @kerry7029 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Beautifully, beautifully put.

  • @balmuis
    @balmuis 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    That was glorious. And Nikita is such a great teacher letting his student SHINE ⭐

  • @DinosM8str8Up
    @DinosM8str8Up 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +76

    I'm speechless!! This is the dance of the season. Someone give these guys a 40!! They really do deserve it :))

  • @daphnethurlow5388
    @daphnethurlow5388 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Layton is an extraordinary dancer..this could win Anything..

  • @Dilydaydream1
    @Dilydaydream1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    The precision, characterization and musicality. Ive watched this about 10 times and still get chills. Should have been a perfect score. I may have yelled offs at tv at craigs 9

  • @yourtrustedbrandingarchitect
    @yourtrustedbrandingarchitect 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    The best part was at the end, when Nikita looked at Layton with an attitude and walked away....(that attitude look is epic)

  • @ivaccowd
    @ivaccowd 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Gosh ! They are so in sync that was smooooooth! 11/10

  • @keishaomole4320
    @keishaomole4320 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    This routine was phenomenal I love to watch Layton and Nikita perform. They have such great partnership 😊

  • @celiawalker1828
    @celiawalker1828 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Absolute perfection! A stunning and unforgettable performance!

  • @naomibrine8643
    @naomibrine8643 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I have to rematch this at least twice a day.. it fills my heart with love and my eyes with tears.

  • @joemercedeschannel196
    @joemercedeschannel196 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +458

    Deserved a 40 but Craig robbed them. Best dance of the evening.
    10/10

    • @0R1B3ANS
      @0R1B3ANS 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Just gotta wish that Craig will give in on blackpool

    • @eltelprice6222
      @eltelprice6222 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      Of the series I'd say

    • @SuspenduAuGaffa
      @SuspenduAuGaffa 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

      Yep, hard agree. Ellie fan here, but that 9 from Craig was ludicrous. This dance was a 40 by any standards. Craig is obviously holding on to his 10 paddle till Blackpool, but it looks ridiculous when that conceit is stopping him from awarding the proper marks for pre-Blackpool perfection like this.

    • @kmitchpg
      @kmitchpg 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      Yes definitely worth 4 tens. I hope they ask Craig why he stopped at 9. The skill, timing and detail of this is mesmerising and I love how they kept in character, even beyond the finish. Just wow!

    • @traceymitchell6619
      @traceymitchell6619 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      I have never taken to layton at all, not my favourite by a long shot but I would say that was the best dance of the series, not just the evening. I want Ellie to win but that deserved a 40 tonight. Craig gets on my nerves with his under scoring.

  • @rafaelyaguaro2842
    @rafaelyaguaro2842 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    IN THE NAME OF THE LATE QUEENS SAKE CRAIG!! Another perfect 40 ruined by whatever Craig saw -.-! This was BRILLIANT! That leg work? AMAZING! I know Nikita is straight and has a girlfriend but his chemistry with Layton is OFF THE CHARTS in this dance!! Give them the glitter ball already

  • @eimearmulhall9198
    @eimearmulhall9198 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Magnetic. Mesmerising. Virtuoso performance by these two young men. Bravo !

  • @Robshta
    @Robshta 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Even if layton has had dancing in the past...lets face it...Argentine Tango is not easy...and he had to learn this from Monday start...well done to both guys! ❤

    • @rafaelyaguaro2842
      @rafaelyaguaro2842 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      People need to start to realize that, in order to get this level of dancing and Iconic moments on Strictly, the celebs need to have some level of dance experience. Even if they get a bit of practice ahead of the start of the series (like I think they do), there's no way an inexperienced person can get on this level this quickly. Some of the dances they have to do are hard as F to master, let alone in a week's worth of rehearsal.
      I, for one, love when celebs come with a dance background, because another big thing people haven't gotten in 20 years of strictly, if the fact that ballroom dances are not easy and are another totally different thing than the standard dancing some celebs comes when doing the show.

    • @Angie-iq1xq
      @Angie-iq1xq 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@rafaelyaguaro2842 💯 agree with you.

  • @lou_76
    @lou_76 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Every time I watch this dance I get goosebumps and feel all the emotion. I just love Layton and Nikita. Every dance they do is absolutely amazing, but this particular dance was absolutely breath taking...phenomenal.

  • @khinrhodes1801
    @khinrhodes1801 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Amazing Dancers both of them. They are the winner of 2023 👏👏👏👏

  • @user-cl8xh6bc9y
    @user-cl8xh6bc9y 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    More than sensational- this is epic! Just when I thought the Argentine Tango couldn't get any better, these guys take it to a whole new level! Absolutely brilliant! 👏

  • @claudia2757
    @claudia2757 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Layton is incredible. Thank you for the pleasure to watch you and Nikita. So much emotions and sensuality❤️

  • @jeanettepearman6178
    @jeanettepearman6178 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    its one of the most beautiful dances it takes my breath away i could watch over and over xx

  • @melaniephippen9563
    @melaniephippen9563 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Layton Williams.. the best celeb of all time on strictly

    • @maggiemcgee4358
      @maggiemcgee4358 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      And Lakita as best partnership of all time on Strictly

  • @melissachallinor4410
    @melissachallinor4410 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is always so captivating.
    I watched it again while having breakfast and then had to re-watch it 2 more times straight after to appreciate every exquisite detail.
    There will never be another partnership like yours. It's magical watching you dance Layton and Nikita.❤❤

  • @lynnscibetta3738
    @lynnscibetta3738 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    That was perfect, absolutely amazing, no other words for it, I love the Argentine Tango and I felt every bit of emotion emanating from them both, WOW!!!!!!

  • @katherinecooke7377
    @katherinecooke7377 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I'm so happy they are doing this dance again in the final

  • @peterdelight513
    @peterdelight513 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Nikita is on FIRE this series

  • @maszlic
    @maszlic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is the one of the best dances I have seen ever. Well done guys. You gave it everything. Love you