Craig Kelly trying to be Tom Chambers?? - Strictly Come Dancing

The_abbott · 05-10-2009, 09:42

Did anyone else notice the similarlity 'storyline' given to Craig Kelly on Saturday. Saying he was Fred Astraire/Gene Kelly acting for the quick step and that he was recently married to his new wife (who happens to be called Camilla!).

It seemed as if they were trying to create a storyline for him which seemed to help Tom last year.

If you know more about the celeb the more the audience like them.

Jan2555*GG* · 05-10-2009, 09:51

Well I wasnt a fan of Tom Chambers by any means but if Craig could dance like he did in week 1 he wouldnt be having a problem.

Strictly_Irish · 05-10-2009, 09:56

And I was a Tom Chambers fan by every means and it had nothing to do with his wedding storyline.

I do like Craig but he's nowhere near Tom standard.

cassieconvinced · 05-10-2009, 10:03

Craig Kelly trying to be Tom Chambers??

or

The BBC trying to make CK into TC?? (why come up with an original storyline when you can just copy/paste one from last year!)

Camino · 05-10-2009, 10:23

I loved Tom he lit up the screen for me Craig certainly doesnt but i have to say he has a good looking wife

Three Left Feet · 05-10-2009, 10:29

Why is there a need to make up an "angle"? There are enough emerging naturally this year as it is, for example:
- The unexpected impact of Ricky Groves.
- The unexpected ineptness of Joe and just how close to clonking Craig he and his Mum will get
- The "will Ian survive Jade?" spectacle
- Tuffers' knee
- Ali and Brian (and I certainly wouldn't blame him...)
- How much more extreme can Lynda's gurning get?
- What on earth will an Anton Paso Doble look like?

workshylady · 05-10-2009, 10:34

Not really, I think it is two innocuous statements together, and I think he is already coming across well. Trying hard but it hasn't clicked yet. I think latin will be more his thing.

Shappy · 05-10-2009, 10:37

He's just so serious all the time! Both he and Flavia seem introverted, so there is really no personality to go with the (rather mediocre) dancing.

qwertyqueen · 05-10-2009, 10:42

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Originally Posted by Three Left Feet

Why is there a need to make up an "angle"? There are enough emerging naturally this year as it is, for example:
- The unexpected impact of Ricky Groves.
- The unexpected ineptness of Joe and just how close to clonking Craig he and his Mum will get
- The "will Ian survive Jade?" spectacle
- Tuffers' knee
- Ali and Brian (and I certainly wouldn't blame him...)
- How much more extreme can Lynda's gurning get?
- What on earth will an Anton Paso Doble look like?

I'm not sure I want to know

Three Left Feet · 05-10-2009, 11:12

Quite so, QwertyQueen!

killickswife · 05-10-2009, 11:37

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Originally Posted by The_abbott

Did anyone else notice the similarlity 'storyline' given to Craig Kelly on Saturday. Saying he was Fred Astraire/Gene Kelly acting for the quick step and that he was recently married to his new wife (who happens to be called Camilla!).

Can't really see the link myself.

Craig has had a character and a story for every dance he's done. So has loads of other celebs over the years and I'm sure Tom Chambers wasn't the only one to mention Fred/Gene would be the dream people to emulate.

And well the marriage thing.....loads of them get their wives/kids/friends into the training room to watch them and talk about them on camera.

See · 05-10-2009, 11:40

I haven't completely given up on poor Craig. I'm hoping he'll be this years Gethin, he took a bit of time to warm up as far as i can remember

lemonnlime09 · 05-10-2009, 19:38

I really worry for craig and do not see who would vote for him.I can't see anything in him that makes him stand out.I do think he is a nice guy, but no way is that enough to shine in a show like strictly with so many big personalities.I don't think he and Flavia have any chemistry,and his dancing isn't great. To top it off he seems a bit dull and lacking any personality....Also in the press,on the forums and even on IIT he is overlooked and I dont think people care for him either way.I do think he needs to come to life a bit or he will be gone as the Flav fans seem to be the only ones with a remote interest in him.!

TylerTango · 05-10-2009, 20:28

Why would anybody want to be Tom Chambers?

*laughs to self*

killickswife · 05-10-2009, 21:45

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Originally Posted by lemonnlime09

I really worry for craig and do not see who would vote for him.I can't see anything in him that makes him stand out.I do think he is a nice guy, but no way is that enough to shine in a show like strictly with so many big personalities.I don't think he and Flavia have any chemistry,and his dancing isn't great. To top it off he seems a bit dull and lacking any personality....Also in the press,on the forums and even on IIT he is overlooked and I dont think people care for him either way.I do think he needs to come to life a bit or he will be gone as the Flav fans seem to be the only ones with a remote interest in him.!

No, I've loved him for years, I can't be the only one

I don't think he's dull at all, I much prefer people who aren't loud and in your face all the time.

*Laura* · 05-10-2009, 22:03

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Originally Posted by killickswife

No, I've loved him for years, I can't be the only one

I don't think he's dull at all, I much prefer people who aren't loud and in your face all the time.

I can't say I love him but, I do hope that avoiding the dance-off has given him a bit more confidence. We're hearing all about the women's nerves but, imho Craig seems to be the person who is really suffering at the mo.

jill1812 · 05-10-2009, 22:45

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Originally Posted by killickswife

No, I've loved him for years, I can't be the only one

You're not the only one.

I think he just needs to get over his nerves and he'll be fine.

marvola45 · 05-10-2009, 23:16

I voted for him last Saturday, because I was genuinely worried he'd be in the dance off. I think if he could get over his nerves and loosen up a bit, he'd be a lot better. Saturday's dance was almost painful to watch - I really wish he'd just smiled through it. If he'd have looked like he was enjoying it, I could have too...

But yeah, I don't want him to leave just yet. Not while Joe and Lynda are still stomping around the floor anyway.

Pawsa · 05-10-2009, 23:24

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Originally Posted by marvola45

I voted for him last Saturday, because I was genuinely worried he'd be in the dance off. I think if he could get over his nerves and loosen up a bit, he'd be a lot better. Saturday's dance was almost painful to watch - I really wish he'd just smiled through it. If he'd have looked like he was enjoying it, I could have too...

But yeah, I don't want him to leave just yet. Not while Joe and Lynda are still stomping around the floor anyway.

I'll be voting for him too, at least until Joe, Lynda and Jo have gone!

JepsyGirl · 09-10-2009, 20:47

I really like both Tom and Craig but i did think craig was trying to be tom last week a bit

rossyrahrah · 09-10-2009, 21:22

I don't know why but I just find Craig really unappealing and can't warm to him. I don't dislike him but he barely inspires a lukewarm 'meh'. I really don't know why.

thepainter · 09-10-2009, 21:28

Dont know what it is about Craig, but I just cant warm to him. His dancing is not good, his body is a bit floppy or something. I would like to see him improve but I dont think it will happen.

Bonnie96 · 09-10-2009, 23:50

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Originally Posted by The_abbott

Did anyone else notice the similarlity 'storyline' given to Craig Kelly on Saturday. Saying he was Fred Astraire/Gene Kelly acting for the quick step and that he was recently married to his new wife (who happens to be called Camilla!).

I don't think it was a deliberate thing (Tom's wife's name is Clare

) - we are being given a bit of background to all the celebs now and they can't really go too much into his work as it's for a rival channel (I think!)
Maybe there was nothing else of interest to say

I found myself comparing a few of the celebs with last year's offerings:

Chris for Austin, Phil/Ricky G for Tom, Zoe for Cherie (possibly because of James), poor Kristina must think lightening DOES strike twice and - in some strange way - Craig reminds me of Julian Clary in looks

(No offence to ANYBODY intended)

PoppyInAJamJar · 10-10-2009, 10:15

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Originally Posted by The_abbott

Did anyone else notice the similarlity \\\\\\\'storyline\\\\\\\' given to Craig Kelly on Saturday. Saying he was Fred Astraire/Gene Kelly acting for the quick step and that he was recently married to his new wife (who happens to be called Camilla!).

It seemed as if they were trying to create a storyline for him which seemed to help Tom last year.

If you know more about the celeb the more the audience like them.

How many other actors who danced that kind of dance would Craig have heard of?

I think you are reading too much into it.

BuddyBontheNet · 10-10-2009, 10:18

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Originally Posted by PoppyInAJamJar

How many other actors who danced that kind of dance would Craig have heard of?

I think you\'re reading too much into it.

I agree. Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire must have been mentioned on SCD loads of times by people other than Tom.

05-10-2009, 09:42	#1
The_abbott Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 8,568	Craig Kelly trying to be Tom Chambers?? Did anyone else notice the similarlity 'storyline' given to Craig Kelly on Saturday. Saying he was Fred Astraire/Gene Kelly acting for the quick step and that he was recently married to his new wife (who happens to be called Camilla!). It seemed as if they were trying to create a storyline for him which seemed to help Tom last year. If you know more about the celeb the more the audience like them.

05-10-2009, 09:51	#2
Jan2555GG Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: www.strictlygethinjones.co.uk Posts: 4,304	Well I wasnt a fan of Tom Chambers by any means but if Craig could dance like he did in week 1 he wouldnt be having a problem.

05-10-2009, 09:56	#3
Strictly_Irish Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Services: John and Edward - Best thing to happen to the XF! x Cola to win! Posts: 5,746	And I was a Tom Chambers fan by every means and it had nothing to do with his wedding storyline. I do like Craig but he's nowhere near Tom standard.

05-10-2009, 10:03	#4
cassieconvinced Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Services: Applying fake tan to Brendan and Matthew :) Posts: 2,630	Craig Kelly trying to be Tom Chambers?? or The BBC trying to make CK into TC?? (why come up with an original storyline when you can just copy/paste one from last year!)

05-10-2009, 10:23	#5
Camino Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Buckinghamshire Posts: 1,524	I loved Tom he lit up the screen for me Craig certainly doesnt but i have to say he has a good looking wife

05-10-2009, 10:29	#6
Three Left Feet Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 200	Why is there a need to make up an "angle"? There are enough emerging naturally this year as it is, for example: - The unexpected impact of Ricky Groves. - The unexpected ineptness of Joe and just how close to clonking Craig he and his Mum will get - The "will Ian survive Jade?" spectacle - Tuffers' knee - Ali and Brian (and I certainly wouldn't blame him...) - How much more extreme can Lynda's gurning get? - What on earth will an Anton Paso Doble look like?

05-10-2009, 10:34	#7
workshylady Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 595	Not really, I think it is two innocuous statements together, and I think he is already coming across well. Trying hard but it hasn't clicked yet. I think latin will be more his thing.

05-10-2009, 10:37	#8
Shappy Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: By the window Posts: 3,471	He's just so serious all the time! Both he and Flavia seem introverted, so there is really no personality to go with the (rather mediocre) dancing.

05-10-2009, 11:12	#10
Three Left Feet Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 200	Quite so, QwertyQueen!

05-10-2009, 11:40	#12
See Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 181	I haven't completely given up on poor Craig. I'm hoping he'll be this years Gethin, he took a bit of time to warm up as far as i can remember

05-10-2009, 19:38	#13
lemonnlime09 Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 591	I really worry for craig and do not see who would vote for him.I can't see anything in him that makes him stand out.I do think he is a nice guy, but no way is that enough to shine in a show like strictly with so many big personalities.I don't think he and Flavia have any chemistry,and his dancing isn't great. To top it off he seems a bit dull and lacking any personality....Also in the press,on the forums and even on IIT he is overlooked and I dont think people care for him either way.I do think he needs to come to life a bit or he will be gone as the Flav fans seem to be the only ones with a remote interest in him.!

05-10-2009, 20:28	#14
TylerTango Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Gender: Male Location: Mexico, Rejoice! Services: Laila To Win! Posts: 619	Why would anybody want to be Tom Chambers? laughs to self

05-10-2009, 23:16	#18
marvola45 Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 937	I voted for him last Saturday, because I was genuinely worried he'd be in the dance off. I think if he could get over his nerves and loosen up a bit, he'd be a lot better. Saturday's dance was almost painful to watch - I really wish he'd just smiled through it. If he'd have looked like he was enjoying it, I could have too... But yeah, I don't want him to leave just yet. Not while Joe and Lynda are still stomping around the floor anyway.

09-10-2009, 20:47	#20
JepsyGirl Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 117	I really like both Tom and Craig but i did think craig was trying to be tom last week a bit

09-10-2009, 21:22	#21
rossyrahrah Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: digging a tunnel Services: a small teaspoon Posts: 969	I don't know why but I just find Craig really unappealing and can't warm to him. I don't dislike him but he barely inspires a lukewarm 'meh'. I really don't know why.

09-10-2009, 21:28	#22
thepainter Forum Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 101	Dont know what it is about Craig, but I just cant warm to him. His dancing is not good, his body is a bit floppy or something. I would like to see him improve but I dont think it will happen.