Thomas Skinner Sues BBC Over Allegations of 'Rigged Vote' on Strictly Come Dancing
# Thomas Skinner Initiates Legal Action Against BBC Following 'Rigged Vote' Allegations
**Former contestant claims unfair elimination from Strictly Come Dancing**
Thomas Skinner, a recent contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, has announced plans to take legal action against the BBC after alleging that his elimination from the competition was the result of a rigged voting system. Skinner and his partner, Amy Dowden, were the first couple to be voted off during the show's latest series.
The controversy arose shortly after their departure when Skinner expressed intense frustration, claiming the voting process had been manipulated. "I've loved it. I've never danced before, and my stay was short, but Amy's amazing," Skinner remarked after he was initially voted off. His elimination was met with public outcry, prompting him to utilize social media channels to voice his discontent. In a subsequent post, he indicated that he "wished he had never done Strictly Come Dancing."
In response to the allegations, the BBC has reiterated the integrity of its voting system. A spokesperson stated, "Strictly Come Dancing's public vote is robust and independently overseen and verified to ensure complete accuracy." This defense aims to underscore the transparency of the voting process amid the ongoing backlash from Skinner and supporters of his candidacy on the show.
As the situation unfolds, further developments are expected as Skinner pursues his case against the BBC.