Bruno Tonioli may have left some
Strictly Come Dancing fans scratching their heads with his performance on last week’s show, but he isn’t letting that hold him back.
The judge has revealed his hopes to land a record deal after his turn in the spotlight, as he doesn’t believe there is anyone in the chars at the moment who rival the talent of George Michael. Bruno, who belted out a version of Frankie Valli’s Can’t Take My Eyes Off You on last week’s show, told The Sun: “At the moment the girls are stronger than the boys I have to say.
“There’s no new talent at that level like George Michael, I think the girls are cornering the market. Obviously you have Michael Buble who does a fantastic job or you have musical theatre people like Michael Ball and Alfie Boa who are great singers, but there isn’t really a solo act apart from Robbie Williams. There are no belters.”
The 64-year-old star, who said he would love to duet with Adele, also insisted he is serious about music.
He said: “This won’t be a gimmick, it will be a serious album. I wouldn’t do it otherwise. I care a lot about it.
“I really take it seriously - I’m not a karaoke singer. I really have to know exactly what I’m doing. I know what I can do and if the right things happen I’d be delighted to do it.”Yes that just happened. Bruno Tonioli opened the show!#Strictlypic.twitter.com/mUJYWKPcse—
BBC Strictly ✨ (@bbcstrictly) November 23, 2019While Bruno previously admitted he has long dreamed of being a singer, his performance on Strictly certainly divided fans.
Some viewers branded it a “disaster”...Who at the Beeb thought it was a good idea to inflict Bruno singing on us? What a Disaaaaster! 😱#strictly2019#Strictly— Tony Hooker (@tonysupernova) November 23, 2019Oh god Bruno is singing #Strictlypic.twitter.com/9lk3NLAumD— Joe Boxall (@joeboxie) November 23, 2019Bruno, please stick to dancing, and judging. #strictlypic.twitter.com/JHnfIiwvZF— RiffRaff (@RiffRAF18) November 23, 2019Oh Bruno. Please, just don't ever do this again #Strictly— Kate O'Neill (@KateFONeill) November 23, 2019#strictly holy Mary mother of god. Someone switch Brunos mic off pic.twitter.com/D9PpuqJe9S— 🏴𝕄𝕚𝕤𝕤 ℕ𝕚𝕟𝕟𝕪 𝕄𝕦𝕘𝕘𝕚𝕟𝕤🦔 (@frostycornet) November 23, 2019...while others claimed it was a welcome addition to the live show...Bruno's singing . . .The scores are in.#Strictlypic.twitter.com/TiEOpFqhIW— Simon (@sbuitf) November 23, 2019Bruno the absolute legend! #Strictly— Proudy (@RProud89) November 23, 2019The opening to #Strictly tonight was high camp at its absolute best! And Bruno was singing the best anthem ever! It's a 10 from me.— Lîan Siân Evans (@LianoPiano) November 23, 2019#Strictly Bruno and ostrich feathers =the apotheosis of camp! 1970s Saturday night tv. Loved it 😂— Lou Muddle (@LouMuddle) November 23, 2019Following Bruno’s turn opening the show, this week will see Craig Revel Horwood “donning his glad-rags” and leading the judges, celebrities and professional dancers in a routine inspired by the musical Hello Dolly!.
On Saturday’s Musicals special, viewers can also look forward to Kelvin Fletcher being transformed into the burly villain from Beauty And The Beast for an
American Smooth, while Alex Scott will perform a Samba to Joyful Joyful from Sister Act.
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