Overview
- In a pre-dance VT, the 25-year-old YouTuber disclosed that his mother, Nicky, has been diagnosed with cancer and he dedicated his Rumba to her.
- He reflected on her earlier encephalitis diagnosis from his teenage years, framing why the routine’s music holds deep family meaning.
- Nicky watched from the audience alongside her husband, Shaun, as Clarke performed with professional partner Alexis Warr.
- Judges acknowledged his openness, with Motsi Mabuse offering well-wishes, while Craig Revel Horwood said it “wasn’t a Rumba” and declared he would not give his vote.
- Viewers criticized Craig’s comments on social media as the contest enters week eight with eight couples vying to reach Blackpool.