Eddie Kadi was the fourth contestant to leave Strictly Come Dancing 2023 following Sunday’s dance-off, alongside his dance partner Karen Hauer.
The comedian, 40, faced the dreaded dance off against Love Island star Zara McDermott, but failed to impress the judges and was sent packing.
But their fate on the competition may have already been sealed the moment they were given their dance style.
Eddie and Karen performed a Samba this week to Calm Down by Rema and Selena Gomez.
They only managed a disappointing 24 out of 40 for the performance, placing them last on the leaderboard.
Saying goodbye: Eddie Kadi was the fourth contestant to leave Strictly Come Dancing 2023 following Sunday’s dance-off, alongside his dance partner Karen Hauer
Exit: The comedian, 40, faced the dreaded dance off against Love Island star Zara McDermott , but failed to impress the judges and was sent packing
Doomed: But their fate on the competition may have already been sealed the moment they were given their dance style
However, the couple had a risky job ahead of them from the start, as the Samba has a notoriously bad track record.
Research has found that the Brazilian dance is the style most likely to send a celebrity home from the show.
According to William Hill Vegas, 20.6% of couples eliminated over the past six series were dancing the Samba when they were sent packing.
That means the Samba led to one out of every five exits, including this series’ star Les Dennis, who said his goodbyes in week two after trying his hand at the dance.
However, the Samba is not a guarantee of failure, as this series has already seen Bobby Brazier, Ellie Leach and Layton Williams tackle the genre and keep their places in the competition with respectable scores.
Taking on the tricky dance also gives a celebrity the chance to show off their talent and skills if they are able to master it.
In 2016, Danny Mac and his partner Oti Mabuse made history when they scored the first perfect 40 for the Samba in the show’s history.
Coming behind the Samba is the jive for riskiest style, contributing to 15.5% of exits since 2018.
Last place: Eddie and Karen performed a Samba this week to Calm Down by Rema and Selena Gomez but only managed a disappointing 24 out of 40 for the performance
Reputation: However, the couple had a risky job ahead of them from the start, as the Samba has a notoriously bad track record as the style most likely to send a celebrity home
Risky: According to William Hill Vegas, 20.6% of couples eliminated over the past six series were dancing the Samba when they were sent packing
While the Cha Cha Cha is also very dangerous choice as it accounts for 12% of eliminations.
Eddie and Karen were left saying their goodbyes on Sunday after Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke were all in favour of Zara staying.
Craig said: ‘For me the quality of dance in this couple was far superior and the couple I would like to save is Zara and Graziano.’
Meanwhile, Motsi said: ‘For me, it was extremely close. The quality was actually very, very close. It came down to details and I would love to save Zara and Graziano.’
Anton said: ‘Well, I thought that was an excellent dance off. I thought both couples danced very, very well but for me with a slightly cleaner technique, I’d like to save Zara and Graziano.’
Head judge Shirley Ballas also revealed Zara and Graziano had her vote to stay in the competition.
Speaking about his time on the show, Eddie said: ‘I’ve really enjoyed this, it’s something I’ve always wanted to do – I love dancing.
‘This has been the highest moment of my career – it’s the happiest I’ve ever been, but not just for me – my family – my little baby girl is at home doing the Men in Black dance.
Farewell: That means the Samba led to one out of every five exits, including this series’ star Les Dennis, who said his goodbyes in week two after trying his hand at the dance
Luck of the draw: However, the Samba is not a guarantee of failure, as this series has already seen Bobby Brazier, (pictured) Ellie Leach and Layton Williams tackle the genre and keep their places in the competition with respectable scores
Impressive: In 2016, Danny Mac and his partner Oti Mabuse made history when they scored the first perfect 40 for the Samba in the show’s history
‘More importantly, this little African boy, I just wanted my culture to shine. Everything I stand for, when it comes to my comedy, when it comes to my presenting, is based on my culture, is based on my upbringing and I wanted that to shine most importantly.
‘Even more importantly this wonderful Queen [to Karen], there are two parts to this show – we want to entertain, I believe that God has brought this to me, I just want to make people happy and this gem over here has kept me happy – I love you so much God bless you.’
Karen gushed: ‘You are a treasure, I’m going to miss you [to Eddie] – well I’ll see you tomorrow!
‘We’re going to take up Congolese dancing. I just want to thank you so much for being so positive and bringing such light and smiling, just a beauty to all of us, I want to thank you so much.’
The remaining couples will take to the dancefloor next week for a spook-tacular Halloween special on Saturday, October 28 at 6:40pm.
STRICTLY COME DANCING 2023: WHO ARE THE CONTESTANTS?
Angela Rippon
Age: 78
Profession: Journalist
Angela says: ‘Having been a fan of Strictly since day one, and as a former presenter of Come Dancing, this will be quite an adventure for me. A scary one, considering I’m about to be 79. But I’m looking forward to the challenge, and perhaps being able to learn to dance the Argentine Tango.’
Amanda Abbington
Age: 49
Profession: Actress
Amanda says: ‘I’m thrilled to have been asked to do Strictly. I’m actually really shy and self-conscious so this will be a great opportunity for me to overcome those things.’
Layton Williams
Age: 28
Profession: Actor
Layton says: ‘Absolutely buzzing to confirm that I will be taking part in THE most iconic dance competition in the UK! It’s time to bring it to the Ballroom. So excited to learn new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!’
Krishnan Guru-Murthy
Age: 53
Profession: Journalist
Krishnan says: ‘I’m surprised, delighted and slightly confused to find myself taking part in Strictly on the basis of ‘You only live once!’ I can’t wait to start learning to dance, but I am slightly worried about my general decrepitude.’
Eddie Kadi
Age: 40
Profession: Comedian and radio presenter
Eddie says: ‘WOW. Anyone who knows me, understands that music and dance is so important and central to who I am. I’m so unbelievably proud and honoured that Strictly and the BBC have asked me to join the 2023 Team. I promise you, I’m going to give it everything I’ve got. This is going to be a VIBE.
Angela Scanlon
Age: 39
Profession: TV presenter
Angela says: ‘I’m not particularly fit, I’ve no idea how my pelvic floor is going to react to this dancing. I’ve never done any dances apart from drunken jiving at a wedding!’
Zara McDermott
Age: 26
Profession: Documentary maker and former Love Island star
Zara says: ‘I am so excited to be joining the world of Strictly! I grew up watching it every year with my nan and she was the biggest Strictly fan. We would dance around the house and I have such fond memories of that time in my life.’
Adam Thomas
Age: 34
Profession: Actor and presenter
Adam says: ‘I can’t dance to save my life but I’m buzzing to learn and have a good laugh with my pro. Get me on that dance floor…I can’t wait!’
Ellie Leach
Age: 22
Profession: Coronation Street star
Ellie says: ‘It still doesn’t feel real that I’m going to be doing Strictly!! It’s always been a dream of mine so I guess dreams really do come true!!!!’
Bobby Brazier
Age: 20
Profession: EastEnders star and model
Bobby says: ‘I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly line up, I can’t wait to start training like a professional dancer and adding a few moves to my locker. I’m looking forward to performing in-front of everyone.’
Nigel Harman
Age: 49
Profession: Actor
Nigel says: ‘I’m amazed, excited, and terrified to be doing Strictly. As an armchair fan of the show I have watched in awe as people have twirled and gyrated across the screen. And now it’s my turn…..gulp!’
Annabel Croft
Age: 57
Profession: Broadcaster and ex tennis player
Annabel says: ‘I have always loved watching Strictly and can’t quite believe I’m going to be part of this magical show – swapping tennis balls for glitter balls and looking forward to finding some joyfulness in the process.’
