Strictly Come Dancing: Nikita Kuzmin’s Shakira Song Blunder Leaves Co-Stars Laughing

During the results show of ‘Strictly Come Dancing‘ on Sunday, a humorous incident unfolded, delighting the audience and causing a stir among fans. The show, known for its glitzy performances and weekly eliminations, turned into a comedy scene involving professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin.

The moment occurred when host Claudia Winkleman was catching up with the show’s celebrities and their professional partners about their upcoming routines. Nikita Kuzmin, paired with celebrity partner Sam Quek, became the center of attention after revealing their next dance would be a Samba to a Shakira song.

Kuzmin enthusiastically attempted to sing a medley of Shakira’s hits, inadvertently confusing ‘Whenever, Wherever’ with ‘Hips Don’t Lie.’ Claudia Winkleman humorously intervened, correcting him with the line, “Nikita, I love you so much but it was the other Shakira song.” Kuzmin’s blunder left him red-faced, prompting laughter from his fellow dancers and audience alike.

Social media users quickly reacted to the entertaining error, with many taking to platform X (formerly Twitter) to express their amusement. Comments ranged from “I am absolutely CRYING at Nikita singing the wrong Shakira song” to debates about why the pre-recorded show included the unintentional mix-up.

Despite the comic relief, the show continued with its usual format, which included the elimination round. Unfortunately, it was a somber moment for Toyah Willcox and Neil Jones, who were ousted from the competition after falling into the bottom two alongside Paul Merson and Karen Hauer.

The result show capped off a themed weekend that included a vibrant Saturday night, where performers adopted roles inspired by popular films. Professional dancers took to the stage dressed as characters from the ‘Despicable Me’ franchise, offering a light-hearted and visual treat for viewers.

Meanwhile, the show announced that Olympian Tom Dean and dance partner Nadiya Bychkova were the first to be eliminated the previous weekend. ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ is set to continue, keeping audiences entertained with its mix of intense dance routines and unexpected backstage moments.