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Craig Revel Horwood Claps Back at Ola Jordan’s Strictly Judge Replacement Idea

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Craig Revel Horwood faced criticism from Ola Jordan when she proposed that he step down as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing.

In this revised version, let’s say: A dancer, aged 60, who started with the program back in 2004, joins Anton Du Beke, Motsi Mabuse, and lead judge Shirley Ballas on the panel.

This rephrased sentence maintains the original meaning while using more conversational language that’s easier to read and understand for most readers.

Previously prominent dancer Ola, aged 42, showcased her skills on the BBC program between 2006 and 2015. She is currently married to fellow dance artist James, who departed Strictly in 2012 following his participation in eight seasons.

She recently suggested that Craig might need to step down and be replaced by a more dynamic judge, as the competition has become overly friendly.

In response to Ola Jordan’s critique about Craig Rivel Horwood, he wrote: ‘”Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Ola Jordan remarks that the ‘nicer’ Craig Revel Horwood is being replaced with a ‘more spicy’ judge.’ Perhaps you might find this new judge to be your wonderful husband Ola?

In 2006, a previously hidden video emerged showing James making threatening statements to Georgina Bouzova, saying he would forcefully pull her across the floor and shout at her if she forgot her dance steps. This incident drew him into the public drama.

In 2014, while they were working together, Steve Backshall alleged that his former partner, Ola, had been verbally abusive towards him, which he later reported to the BBC.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but echo Ola’s sentiments about Strictly needing a facelift to maintain its allure for us viewers. If it comes down to it, I wouldn’t mind seeing some changes in the panel if that’s what it takes to keep this beloved show fresh and exciting!

In a chat with Mecca Bingo, Ola expressed her thoughts: “Craig seems to have lost some of his charm. Many people adored Craig for who he was previously.

He always spoke honestly, admitting when something wasn’t up to par, calling it “rubbish.” Yet, it seems there’s an unspoken rule that he must find something good to say next, as if he has to balance his honesty with positivity.

It’s clear that they’ve been instructed by the producers to maintain a positive attitude and avoid any negative elements on the show. However, they should also consider the preferences of the audience. The current overly-positive atmosphere might be a bit too sugary sweet for some people.

She suggested: “Every year, they’re all predictable, perhaps it’s time for a fresh perspective – a judge with some extra zest to mix things up. In fact, you might consider rotating weekly guest judges.

Craig acknowledged that the remarks he made twenty years ago, which were considered ‘sharp words’ back then, would now be viewed as ‘bullying’. If he said those same things today, public opinion might lead to his being ‘cancelled’.

Over the years, the well-known judge from Strictly has built a reputation for blunt evaluations and biting comments. However, in a surprising revelation, he confessed to taking a more gentle stance when critiquing on the popular entertainment program.

In an interview with Radio Times, he expressed: “My approach to judging has evolved over the past two decades. Twenty years ago, I was quite stern. Reflecting on it now, I think, ‘Wow, that’s severe.’ Today, such behavior would likely be considered bullying, and I might face consequences as a result.

He’s moved towards a more constructive method, adopting a mentor-like role rather than acting as a judge.

The dance choreographer, partnered with horticulturist Jonathan Myring, was once known for being firm with individuals who lacked dancing skills.

‘I was very direct. I do still say what’s wrong, but you can wrap the truth in a nice way.’

I’m not concerned with their feelings in this matter. It’s important for them to understand and value my perspective, regardless of the impact.

The judge’s critical comments about the dance competition have triggered internet bullies, who have been sending him threatening messages and offensive remarks.

On the BBC program, there have been continuous accusations made by former participants, who allege they experienced mistreatment during rehearsals for the show.

James swiftly criticized the BBC when the clip resurfaced, stating that a significant portion of it had nothing to do with Georgina.

In the video, taken during the fourth season in 2006, he’s seen practicing scenes with actress Georgina.

In a demanding tone, he instructs her to balance on just one foot. He further states that if she hasn’t actually fractured a rib, his concern for her discomfort is negligible. Additionally, during the training session, he was observed flinging a chair across the room in the studio.

K replied to the Instagram clip with a post of his own, asserting that the video had been manipulated for entertainment purposes and was heavily produced and sensationalized.

He claimed that the terrible accusations cannot be compared to the VT, and he emphasized that throughout his eight-year tenure on the show, none of his famous co-stars had ever lodged complaints against him.

In the description for his post, where he showed himself dancing with Georgina, James humorously stated: “For folks who recall the BBC clip of us training 18 years back, yes, it’s true – I did have hair at one point!

However, I’d like to clarify that the footage was originally prepared and presented by the BBC team back then, intended for broadcast on It Takes Two, 18 years ago, with a primary focus on providing entertainment.

A significant number of the videos didn’t pertain to Georgina in any way (it’s considered inappropriate now because it distorts reality), yet they were added for the sake of exaggeration.

He went on saying: “The BBC created this video segment in a playful manner, as you can tell by Georgina’s laughter both in the studio and in the clips. Noteworthily, during the eight years I spent on the show, I never received any complaints from my celebrity dance partners.

It’s clear that if I had truly offended someone, the BBC wouldn’t have used that footage against me. The producers often portrayed me as the antagonist, which I went along with, being a perfectionist. However, I would never intentionally hurt anyone, and I value the friendships I’ve built with my celebrity dance partners deeply.

As a devoted admirer, I vehemently urge everyone to steer clear from associating the revised BBC VT with the ongoing rumors about unacceptable conduct reportedly happening backstage among other Strictly pros. Let’s keep our focus on the magic of dance!

Let me clarify something: The shocking claims being made are not even close to the highly edited and sensationalized videos from the BBC’s archives that are circulating online. I strongly condemn any form of workplace bullying or unprofessional behavior.

James, who departed Strictly in 2012 following his participation in eight seasons, enforced a rule for Georgina (previously of Casualty) that she could only consume fruits like pineapple and meats like ham while shopping, but not sweets or chocolates.

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2025-01-29 19:51

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