Strictly’s Annabel Croft and partner Johannes Radebe left SPEECHLESS as they got their first TEN for ‘fiery and dramatic’ Pasodoble

Strictly Come Dancing’s Annabel Croft was left speechless after impressing the judges and receiving her top ten on Saturday’s show.

The tennis ace, 57, and partner Johannes Radebe, 36, sent temperatures soaring as they took to the floor for a ‘fiery and dramatic’ Pasodoble.

The duo took to the floor for the intense matador-inspired routine as they matched in black and yellow sequined costumes.

While judge Craig Revel Horwood said the performance lacked ‘intensity’, his fellow panellists couldn’t praise the dance enough.

Shirley Ballas called it the ‘best footwork I’ve ever seen’, while Anton Du Beke rose to give the couple a standing ovation.

Hot stuff: Tennis ace and partner Johannes Radebe sent temperatures soaring as they took to the floor for a ‘fiery and dramatic’ Pasodoble

Later, waiting for their marks, Annabel talked about how much she loved ‘trying something new’ and performing the ‘fiery and dramatic routine’.

Then it was down to the judges, with Craig scoring an eight, Motsi and Shirley both giving a nine, while Anton scored the couple their first ever ten.

Annabel and Johannes were speechless and almost fell to the ground in shock before sharing a big hug.

Later in the episode, Jeff Brazier was in tears on Saturday’s Strictly Come Dancing as he called his son Bobby ‘a walking tribute to his mother’.

In the emotional VT before Bobby’s performance with his partner Dianne Buswell, Jeff paid tribute to Jade and how proud she would be of their son.

He told the camera ‘as a family we are very close, we had to be, because the loss has made us grow closer.’ Bobby added his love for his father, saying, “Being someone my dad is proud of is everything.”

Breaking down in tears, Jeff called himself “the lucky one” and explained, “I’m the one who gets to raise the boys. I’m the one who gets to watch him on Strictly and it brings so much joy to my life. ‘I’m very grateful for that.’

Bobby, 19, was just five when Jade, who shot to fame on Big Brother in 2002, died from cervical cancer on Mother’s Day in March 2009.

Perfection: The duo took to the floor for the intense matador-inspired routine as they matched in black and yellow sequin costumes

Astonishing! Shirley Ballas branded it the ‘best footwork I’ve ever seen’, while Anton Du Beke stood to give the couple a standing ovation

Overwhelmed: After receiving their first ten, Annabel and Johannes were left speechless and almost fell to the floor in shock before sharing a big hug

Jeff was in the studio audience with Bobby’s brother Freddie for the Couple’s Choice song from Maxwell’s This Woman’s Work.

Before the show, Bobby explained the meaning of the song: “For me, this song is just perfect.

“My dad used to play it all the time when I was young, about eight or nine, and it really had an impact on me.”

‘The lyrics are very profound. Maxwell sings, “I should cry, but I just can’t show it,” and when I was younger, I never cried. I never let myself feel vulnerable enough.

Emotional moment: Later in the episode, Jeff Brazier was in tears on Saturday’s Strictly Come Dancing as he called his son Bobby ‘a walking tribute to his mother’

“Those lyrics were the only thing that made me cry because I knew they were so true.”

‘For me, this dance is about the difference between the vulnerability of being honest with yourself, and allowing yourself to grow through love.’

“Or doing what’s easy, and being upset and resentful because it’s too hard to change.

“I went through that with the loss of my mother, but as humans I think we all go through these things, so I think everyone can relate.”

COME STRICTLY DANCE 2023: THE PROFILES OF THE PARTICIPANTS

Angela Rippon

Age: 78

Profession: Journalist

Angela says: ‘Having been a Strictly fan since day one and as a former presenter of Come Dancing, this will be quite an adventure for me. A scary one, as I’m about to turn 79. But I’m looking forward to the challenge and perhaps the opportunity to learn to dance the Argentine Tango.’

Layton Williams

Age: 28

Profession: Actor

Layton says: ‘Absolutely exciting to confirm that I will be taking part in Britain’s most iconic dancing competition! It’s time to take it to the ballroom. I’m so excited to learn new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!”

Age: 53

Profession: Journalist

Krishnan says: ‘I’m surprised, delighted and slightly confused that I’m joining Strictly on the basis of ‘You only live once!’ I can’t wait to start dancing, but I’m a little worried about my general decline.”

Age: 40

Profession: Comedian and radio host

Eddy says: ‘WOW. Anyone who knows me understands that music and dance are so important and central to who I am. I’m so incredibly proud and honored that Strictly and the BBC have asked me to join the 2023 team. I promise I’ll give you everything I’ve got. This is going to be a VIBE.

Angela Scanlon

Age: 39

Profession: TV presenter

Angela says:I’m not particularly fit, I have no idea how my pelvic floor will react to this dancing. I’ve never danced, apart from drunkenly jiving at a wedding!’

Adam Thomas

Age: 34

Profession: Actor and presenter

Adam says: ‘I can’t dance to save my life, but I like to learn and laugh with my professional. Take me to the dance floor… I can’t wait!’

Age: 22

Profession: Coronation Street star

Ellie says: ‘It still doesn’t feel real that I’m going to do Strictly!! It’s always been a dream of mine, so I guess dreams really do come true!!!!’

Age: 20

Profession: EastEnders star and model

Bobby says: ‘I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly line-up, I can’t wait to start training as a professional dancer and add a few moves to my locker. I look forward to performing for everyone.”

Nigel Harman

Age: 49

Profession: Actor

Nigel says: ‘I’m amazed, excited and terrified to be doing Strictly. As an armchair fan of the show, I watched in awe as people twisted and turned around the screen. And now it’s my turn…gulp!’

Age: 57

Profession: Announcer and ex-tennis player

Annabel says: ‘I’ve always loved watching Strictly and can’t quite believe I’m going to be part of this magical show – swapping tennis balls for glitter balls and I’m looking forward to finding some joy in the process.’