Strictly Come Dancing's Simon and Kristina Get Support from Fans after Backlash over Risque Rumba

The new series of Strictly Come Dancing may only be in its third week but the talent show is already courting controversy after dance partners Simon Webbe and Kristina Rihanoff rubbed viewers up the wrong way.
The duo's rhumba was considered too risque by viewers, who voted them into the bottom two and complained on social media.
While some critics berated the routine performed to Berlin's Take My Breath Away for being too provocative for a family show, others claimed that Rihanoff's outfit was too revealing.
In the wake of the backlash the pair were inundated with messages of support from fans who insisted that the dance was amazing.
@simonwebbe1 @KRihanoff You were amazing this weekend, your Rumba was Brilliant and i look forward to your next dance
— brad fitzgibbons (@bradfitz11111) October 13, 2014
Dont know what all the fuss is about! @KRihanoff done an amazing dance! The outfit totally suited the dance! A Rumba is danced with passion!
— David Beasley (@londondavey) October 13, 2014
A rumba is considered by many to be the sexiest of ballroom dances and is the story of love and passion between two people.
Before they took to the floor, the twosome was urged by the judges to really get into the feel of the dance.
"There has to be a sensual feeling all the way through," encouraged judge Darcey Bussell, after telling them to "ooze passion."
Although the pair have not commented on the criticism, Rihanoff did thanks fans for their continued support.
Big thank u to those who believe in @simonwebbe1 and I and voted for us. We are trying our best. So thankful for your support guys. Xxx
— Kristina Rihanoff (@KRihanoff) October 12, 2014
Webbe and Rihanoff will return to our screens this weekend along with Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett, who are expected to perform during the show on Sunday.
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