Strictly Come Dancing 2019: A Recap of Each Episode

Hello there, dance enthusiasts! Buckle up as we take a whirlwind tour through Strictly Come Dancing 2019, the 17th series of this beloved BBC show. We're going to dive into each episode, from the glittering launch to the thrilling finale, so grab your dancing shoes and let's get started! Guys, explore more in Guides And Explainers and strictly come dancing 2019 episodes.

Week 1: The Launch

Kicking off the series with a bang, the launch episode set the stage for what was to come. Our Strictly Come Dancing 2019 couples took to the floor for the first time, giving us a sneak peek into their potential.

New faces and familiar favorites filled the dance floor. We met Alex Scott, Saffron Barker, David James, and Catherine Tyldesley, among others. The pros showed off their best moves, and we were treated to a group dance that had us all on the edge of our seats.

Week 2: Movie Week

It was time to get our Hollywood fix as the couples took on movie-themed dances. From Dirty Dancing to Grease, the dance floor was a cinematic dream.

Emma Barton and Anton du Beke wowed us with their Dirty Dancing-inspired Foxtrot, while Kelvin Fletcher and Oti Mabuse brought the heat with their Grease Lightning Jive. The audience couldn't get enough of the Strictly Come Dancing 2019 couples' movie magic.

Week 3: The First Elimination

The competition was heating up, and it was time for the first couple to say their goodbyes. But before that, the remaining couples showed off their Cha-Chas, Tangos, and more.

Michelle Visage and Giovanni Pernice gave us a Tango that was fierce and fiery, while David James and Nadiya Bychkova served up a Cha-Cha that was as sweet as it was spicy. Sadly, Catherine Tyldesley and Johannes Radebe were the first to leave the competition, but they did so with grace and style.

Week 4: Halloween Spooktacular

Trick or treat? The couples brought the spooky vibes to the dance floor for a Halloween special that was out of this world.

Alex Scott and Neil Jones terrified us with their Phantom of the Opera-inspired Argentine Tango, while Karim Zeroual and Amy Dowden had us in stitches with their Hocus Pocus-themed Charleston. Despite the scares, it was a Strictly Come Dancing 2019 episode we won't forget anytime soon.

Week 5: Musicals Week

From West Side Story to The Greatest Showman, the couples brought their A-game for a musicals-themed week that had us reaching for the tissues (and the tissues were for the tears of joy, of course!).

Emma Barton and Anton du Beke had us in awe with their West Side Story-inspired American Smooth, while Kelvin Fletcher and Oti Mabuse brought the house down with their The Greatest Showman-inspired Couple's Choice. It was a week filled with showstoppers, that's for sure!

Week 6: The Second Elimination

The competition was fierce, and the stakes were high. Another couple had to say their goodbyes, but before that, we were treated to dances that were as beautiful as they were breathtaking.

Saffron Barker and AJ Pritchard gave us a Tango that was intense and passionate, while Michelle Visage and Giovanni Pernice served up a Foxtrot that was as smooth as it was elegant. Sadly, David James and Nadiya Bychkova were the next couple to leave the competition, but they did so with their heads held high.

Week 7: Food Week

It was time to get our appetites whetted as the couples took on dances inspired by our favorite foods. From pizza to pancakes, the dance floor was a culinary dream.

Emma Barton and Anton du Beke had us craving a Full English Breakfast-inspired Foxtrot, while Kelvin Fletcher and Oti Mabuse brought the heat with their Spicy Salsa. It was a week filled with delicious dances that left us wanting more.

Week 8: Blackpool Week

Welcome to the home of ballroom, Blackpool! The couples took to the iconic dance floor for a week that was as glamorous as it was grueling.

Karim Zeroual and Amy Dowden gave us a Quickstep that was as quick as it was clever, while Michelle Visage and Giovanni Pernice served up a Tango that was as fierce as it was fabulous. It was a week filled with unforgettable moments that had us reaching for the tissues (again!).

Week 9: The Third Elimination

The competition was heating up, and the couples were giving it their all. Another couple had to say their goodbyes, but before that, we were treated to dances that were as stunning as they were spectacular.

Alex Scott and Neil Jones gave us a Samba that was as sassy as it was sexy, while Emma Barton and Anton du Beke brought the drama with their Fatal Attraction-inspired Argentine Tango. Sadly, Saffron Barker and AJ Pritchard were the next couple to leave the competition, but they did so with style and grace.

Week 10: Movie Week Part 2

It was time to get our movie fix once again as the remaining couples took on dances inspired by our favorite films. From Dirty Dancing to The Bodyguard, the dance floor was a cinematic dream.

Kelvin Fletcher and Oti Mabuse had us reaching for the tissues with their Dirty Dancing-inspired Argentine Tango, while Emma Barton and Anton du Beke brought the drama with their Fatal Attraction-inspired Tango. It was a week filled with unforgettable moments that had us on the edge of our seats.

Week 11: The Semi-Final

The competition was fierce, and the couples were giving it their all. It was time for the semi-finals, and the pressure was on.

Karim Zeroual and Amy Dowden gave us a Foxtrot that was as smooth as it was elegant, while Emma Barton and Anton du Beke brought the heat with their Charleston. Sadly, Alex Scott and Neil Jones were the next couple to leave the competition, but they did so with their heads held high.

Week 12: The Final

And then, finally, the moment we'd all been waiting for: the Strictly Come Dancing 2019 final! The remaining couples took to the dance floor one last time, giving it their all in a bid to be crowned champions.

Emma Barton and Anton du Beke gave us a Foxtrot that was as elegant as it was emotional, while Karim Zeroual and Amy Dowden brought the house down with their Couple's Choice. In the end, it was Kelvin Fletcher and Oti Mabuse who were crowned the winners of Strictly Come Dancing 2019, and what a journey it had been!

And there you have it, folks! A whistle-stop tour through Strictly Come Dancing 2019, filled with unforgettable moments, stunning dances, and a whole lot of glitter. Until next year, keep dancing!