STRICTLY star Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink became the latest celebrity to be voted off the BBC show.
The former professional footballer, 53, performed an American Smooth with pro dancer Lauren Oakley for Icons Week last night.
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink became the latest celebrity to be voted off the BBC showCredit: PA
Jimmy was in the bottom two with West End star Amber DaviesCredit: PA
The former professional footballer said an emotional goodbyeCredit: PA
Despite earning a respectable 30 points, found himself in the bottom two with West End and former star .
Amber also wowed the judges last night with her and ‘s Cha Cha, receiving 33 points.
They battled it out in the dance off but it was down to the judges to have the final say.
This week had the casting decision tonight.
But all four judges decided to save Amber, so it was time for Jimmy to say goodbye to the competition.
Jimmy was left emotional as he told co-host that the show had been an experience of a lifetime.
Fans were left stunned with the bottom two.
One wrote: “In what world are we putting Amber and Nikita in the bottom two?!?! Going to need you all to start voting for them please.”
A second posted: “None of those four deserved to be the last four and none of them deserved to be in the dance off so regardless of the combo, i’m shocked with this dance off outcome. The hell?!??”
A third said: “The best dancer in the dance off.”
Earlier this week, Tess and announced they had quit the show with a joint clip on .
During Saturday’s live episode, the duo since announcing they were quitting at the end of the series.
The two made history as primetime television’s first female presenting duo when they paired up to co-host the show in 2014.
Both had been part of Strictly since 2004, Tess hosting the main show with and Claudia on spin-off It Takes Two.
EXIT LOWDOWN
It comes after The Sun revealed the real reason behind the pair’s shock departure.
bosses have been blindsided by their departure, with only a small number of people in the TV industry made aware of their intentions.
It’s understood they secretly weeks ago — and released it mid-series so as not to overshadow the eventual winner.
Their last show will be on Christmas Day.
A source said: “Claudia and Tess have known they were leaving Strictly since last year. They felt like it was their time to go.
“They discussed this privately and agreed they would walk away together, but kept it firmly under wraps.”
Their exit comes after the BBC show was hit by a string of involving its professional dancers and .
EXIT STATEMENTS
In a statement to her fans, Tess said it was “time to say goodbye” and described Strictly as “about joy, celebration, and bringing people together”.
Tess also paid tribute to her co-host, adding: “To my beloved Claud – what an absolute joy and pleasure it has been sharing this adventure with you.
“You’re one of a kind, and I’ll treasure every giggle, every live show, and every backstage moment we’ve shared.”
called the show “the greatest relationship of my career”.
She said: “Strictly is a magical, glittery, fake-tanned train and it’s been a privilege to be a tiny part of it.
“I’ve always believed it’s best to leave a party before you’re fully ready to go.”
She also remembered legendary judge , saying: “I will never forget Len Goodman trying to teach me what a cucaracha is (I still don’t know.)
“And the complete thrill and honour it was to work with Tess on the results show to cohosting on Saturday nights.
She praised Tess, adding: “As for Tess – I’m so, so lucky I got to stand next to you. You’re funny, kind, whip smart and a true friend and I love you.”
Tess and Claudia Winkleman announced they had quit the show with a joint clip on InstagramCredit: BBC 
