Strictly Come Dancing Voting System Overhaul: Online-Only Platform and New Deadlock Rules
Strictly Come Dancing has introduced a major change to its voting system for the current series, moving away from premium-rate telephone voting to a digital-only platform. The BBC has deemed the old system outdated and now requires viewers to vote online through the BBC website. BT will no longer provide telephone voting services for BBC programmes after 2025, making online voting the exclusive method for casting votes.
To participate in the voting process, viewers must have a BBC account, which can be created or accessed on the BBC website. Once registered, fans can visit the BBC.co.uk/Strictly page to cast their votes. A video featuring judge Craig Revel Horwood explains the new voting process, emphasizing the online-only nature of this year's voting system.
While some fans welcome the digital shift, others have expressed disappointment, particularly older viewers who may not have internet access or feel comfortable using online platforms. The move to online-only voting has sparked mixed reactions among the show's loyal audience, with some feeling left out by the change.
In addition to the voting overhaul, Strictly Come Dancing has made another significant change to the show's format. The power to break deadlocks during the dance-off, previously held by head judge Shirley Ballas, will now be shared among all four judges, with a different judge having the deciding vote each week. This adjustment has raised questions and concerns among fans, with some suggesting that public votes should determine the outcome in tied situations.
Despite these changes, Strictly Come Dancing continues to captivate audiences with its dazzling performances and celebrity contestants. The show airs on BBC One and iPlayer, providing entertainment for viewers every Saturday evening. Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes gossip by following Mirror Celebs on various social media platforms.