Strictly pro addresses backlash after Cach and Maddie are branded 'rude'
Last week, Strictly Come Dancing duo Cach Mercer and Maddie Ingoldsby topped the leaderboard after impressing judges and fans with their Foxtrot. However, after learning their fate during the results show, some viewers branded the pair "rude" for failing to thank the public for their votes.
TL;DR
- Viewers branded Cach Mercer and Maddie Ingoldsby "rude" for not thanking the public after their Strictly Come Dancing vote win.
- Some viewers noted that the pair did not thank the audience, contrasting them with other couples.
- Former Strictly professional Vincent Simone defended the pair, stating that thanks are often implied and saying it every week would make the show longer.
- Cach and Maddie both posted heartfelt messages on Instagram thanking their supporters for their votes.
- Maddie also praised Cach for embracing a new dance style, calling his performance special.
- The pair are set to perform a Cha Cha to Maneskin's "Beggin" this week.