Does Chris (Kent's Favourite Son) have the support of the county behind him? - Strictly Come Dancing

Bhoy1888 · 08-11-2009, 12:57

I was just wondering if Chris (Kent's Favourite Son) has the support of the county behind him.

I know in Scotland whenever we have one of our acts in a show like this (eg BB,XF or IACGMOOH) we get really behind them.

Does anyone from Kent know if there is a campaign under way in the county to get Chris (Kent's Favourite Son) all the way to the SCD final

Evilredzebra · 08-11-2009, 14:00

Well, I live in Kent and I want Ali and Brian to win, although I also like Chris & Ola and Jade & Ian, and while I'm thinking about it I have a bit of a soft spot for Natalie & Vincent and Laila & Anton (also a Kent boy by the way).

Are people really so stupid that they vote for a contestant just because of where they come from? Sounds a bit racist to me as a foreign contestant could never win if that was the case. It's also a bit like my old Mum's crazy idea that footballers should only be allowed to play for a team within 5 miles of their birth place (there's Arsenal relegated then ...)

I suppose if Chris was local to my town in Kent and massively involved in the local community I might have a personal reason for supporting him above the others but, as it is, my support will always be based on who entertains me.

To suggest that people vote on locality is as crazy as somebody starting a message board campaign to vote for some hard faced bitchy tart for Big Brother winner just because she happened to be from Scotland and surely nobody would be THAT thick would they?!!!

Bhoy1888 · 08-11-2009, 14:27

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Originally Posted by Evilredzebra

Well, I live in Kent and I want Ali and Brian to win, although I also like Chris & Ola and Jade & Ian, and while I'm thinking about it I have a bit of a soft spot for Natalie & Vincent and Laila & Anton (also a Kent boy by the way).

Are people really so stupid that they vote for a contestant just because of where they come from? Sounds a bit racist to me as a foreign contestant could never win if that was the case. It's also a bit like my old Mum's crazy idea that footballers should only be allowed to play for a team within 5 miles of their birth place (there's Arsenal relegated then ...)

I suppose if Chris was local to my town in Kent and massively involved in the local community I might have a personal reason for supporting him above the others but, as it is, my support will always be based on who entertains me.

To suggest that people vote on locality is as crazy as somebody starting a message board campaign to vote for some hard faced bitchy tart for Big Brother winner just because she happened to be from Scotland and surely nobody would be THAT thick would they?!!!

Do you live near Bromley as I think thats where most of his fan base is from

Evilredzebra · 08-11-2009, 14:42

Yes, very near Bromley. I went to school there (same time as Chris) and have worked there as well as appearing on stage at the local theatre. I had never heard of Chris before this year's Strictly so I guess he isn't Mr Local Community worker. But more importantly, he isn't the dancer who entertains me most in the competition so would not get my vote.

.Mimi. · 08-11-2009, 15:00

I live in Kent. I wouldn't be disapointed to see Chris&Ola win. They've put just as much time and effort into their routines, and they have a great partnership. However, I think the semi final will be Jade&Ian, Ali&Brian and Ricky&Natalie

Bhoy1888 · 08-11-2009, 16:38

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Originally Posted by Evilredzebra

Yes, very near Bromley. I went to school there (same time as Chris) and have worked there as well as appearing on stage at the local theatre. I had never heard of Chris before this year's Strictly so I guess he isn't Mr Local Community worker. But more importantly, he isn't the dancer who entertains me most in the competition so would not get my vote.

Well I think its disgraceful that you are not getting behind your local star

Bhoy1888 · 08-11-2009, 19:09

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Originally Posted by .Mimi.

I live in Kent. I wouldn't be disapointed to see Chris&Ola win. They've put just as much time and effort into their routines, and they have a great partnership. However, I think the semi final will be Jade&Ian, Ali&Brian and Ricky&Natalie

There is 3 in the final so the semi final would have so whose your other couple?

FluffyEgg · 08-11-2009, 19:12

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Originally Posted by Bhoy1888

I was just wondering if Chris (Kent's Favourite Son) has the support of the county behind him.

I know in Scotland whenever we have one of our acts in a show like this (eg BB,XF or IACGMOOH) we get really behind them.

Does anyone from Kent know if there is a campaign under way in the county to get Chris (Kent's Favourite Son) all the way to the SCD final

Well now you have pledged your support he is bound to go out!

Bhoy1888 · 08-11-2009, 19:15

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Originally Posted by FluffyEgg

Well now you have pledged your support he is bound to go out!

Hey Craig lasted 8 weeks.So Im sure Chris will last another 8 weeks as well

Bhoy1888 · 15-11-2009, 21:22

Well as they all fall by the wayside Chris is getting closer to this winners crown

Paace · 15-11-2009, 21:28

He has the support of the apple growers and hop pickers

thenetworkbabe · 15-11-2009, 21:37

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Originally Posted by Bhoy1888

Do you live near Bromley as I think thats where most of his fan base is from

Worth a bet then -Bromley produced a Big Brother winner too........

StrictlyRed · 15-11-2009, 21:37

Bhoy's back.....wondered where you were

I'm not from his county, but he's my 3rd favourite behind Natalie and Jade so would be very happy to see him go to the final

Was a bit disappointed with that rather silly paso last night though

RowenaObsidian · 15-11-2009, 23:34

I'm from Kent, and I am supporting Chris, but not because he's from Kent, in fact I didn't even realise he was until I saw this thread. I don't really tend to base who I support on where they're from...

johnnyutah · 16-11-2009, 00:19

he shouldn't do cos he is a prize kn*b, but he ticks all the boxes of middle England. He reminds me of that old Fast Show character Colin Hunt - always wanting to be in the limelight.
It would appear Strictly voters aren't as discerning as me and they have strangely taken this tool to the bosom of their heart.
I thought Tom Chambers was a smug Kent boy, and Hollins is like a caricature of Chambers. Beeb fans are a very English set

quisling · 16-11-2009, 01:55

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Originally Posted by Bhoy1888

Well I think its disgraceful that you are not getting behind your local star

If you go down the rocky road of only supporting your local 'star' you end up with winners of the calibre of Leon Jackson and that, I'm sure you'd agree, would be an absolute travesty.

Bhoy1888 · 16-11-2009, 20:19

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Originally Posted by quisling

If you go down the rocky road of only supporting your local 'star' you end up with winners of the calibre of Leon Jackson and that, I'm sure you'd agree, would be an absolute travesty.

Leon Jackson was a great and worthy winner of his show.Please understand this

Simone17 · 16-11-2009, 20:30

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Originally Posted by johnnyutah

he shouldn't do cos he is a prize kn*b, but he ticks all the boxes of middle England. He reminds me of that old Fast Show character Colin Hunt - always wanting to be in the limelight.
It would appear Strictly voters aren't as discerning as me and they have strangely taken this tool to the bosom of their heart.
I thought Tom Chambers was a smug Kent boy, and Hollins is like a caricature of Chambers. Beeb fans are a very English set

While I would not go as far as to call him a prize kn*b I love your post just the same.

I am also from kent and had no idea Chris was until I read this thread. I am not a supporter of Chris as there are better dancers and I will not be changing my view just because he is a "local".

Bhoy1888 · 16-11-2009, 21:05

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Originally Posted by Simone17

While I would not go as far as to call him a prize kn*b I love your post just the same.

I am also from kent and had no idea Chris was until I read this thread. I am not a supporter of Chris as there are better dancers and I will not be changing my view just because he is a "local".

I guess you are a bit of an outcast now in Kent for ot supporting the local hero

quisling · 16-11-2009, 23:39

I live just the other side of the Kent border, which puts me in a difficult position because I don't know if I should vote for Chris because in terms of distance he might be the closest celeb to me, or vote for A N Other to get Chris out because there might be some underlying rivalry between our neighbouring counties.

Do you think the prevalence of local support is what put Peter Schmeichel out so early in series 4?

CaroUK · 17-11-2009, 09:25

Well I'm from Kent too - but that doesn't influence who I vote for (I didn't know Chris was from the County either as I'm not such an anorak as to go and check out the contestant's wiki page or CV before deciding whether or not to support them)

As it happens - Chris & Ola (married to a boy from Kent BTW) are my favourite couple and they will get my votes once we get nearer to the final - but they get my support because I love the partnership and they entertain me, not because of where they are from!

Vic · 17-11-2009, 09:33

I'm from Cumbria we never, ever get anyone local, in anything!! Must be a right talent void up there!

tvfanny · 17-11-2009, 12:12

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Originally Posted by Evilredzebra

Are people really so stupid that they vote for a contestant just because of where they come from? Sounds a bit racist to me as a foreign contestant could never win if that was the case.

Martina Hingis - Swiss - voted out first.
Yes, I doubt a foreigner could win.
I live in Kent and I am not voting for Chris and Ola even though I enjoy watching their dances (and their chemistry - Olachops, love it!).

Ninja Kitty · 17-11-2009, 13:02

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Originally Posted by johnnyutah

he shouldn't do cos he is a prize kn*b, but he ticks all the boxes of middle England. He reminds me of that old Fast Show character Colin Hunt - always wanting to be in the limelight.
It would appear Strictly voters aren't as discerning as me and they have strangely taken this tool to the bosom of their heart.
I thought Tom Chambers was a smug Kent boy, and Hollins is like a caricature of Chambers. Beeb fans are a very English set

OMG! Aha ahahahaha I thought I was the only one. Colin Hunt OMG, I think I got a stitch from laughing. Thank god I am not alone.

I do not hark from Kent but if I did I would rather take my eye out with a blunt spoon than support Chris..............

Eugenie · 17-11-2009, 17:09

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Originally Posted by johnnyutah

he shouldn't do cos he is a prize kn*b, but he ticks all the boxes of middle England. He reminds me of that old Fast Show character Colin Hunt - always wanting to be in the limelight.
It would appear Strictly voters aren't as discerning as me and they have strangely taken this tool to the bosom of their heart.
I thought Tom Chambers was a smug Kent boy, and Hollins is like a caricature of Chambers. Beeb fans are a very English set

LOVE your post! I thought I was the only one who thought that about Chris (and Tom for that matter!).

08-11-2009, 12:57	#1
Bhoy1888 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Craig is going to Blackpool Services: and now you better believe it Posts: 1,024	Does Chris (Kent's Favourite Son) have the support of the county behind him? I was just wondering if Chris (Kent's Favourite Son) has the support of the county behind him. I know in Scotland whenever we have one of our acts in a show like this (eg BB,XF or IACGMOOH) we get really behind them. Does anyone from Kent know if there is a campaign under way in the county to get Chris (Kent's Favourite Son) all the way to the SCD final

08-11-2009, 14:00	#2
Evilredzebra Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,819	Well, I live in Kent and I want Ali and Brian to win, although I also like Chris & Ola and Jade & Ian, and while I'm thinking about it I have a bit of a soft spot for Natalie & Vincent and Laila & Anton (also a Kent boy by the way). Are people really so stupid that they vote for a contestant just because of where they come from? Sounds a bit racist to me as a foreign contestant could never win if that was the case. It's also a bit like my old Mum's crazy idea that footballers should only be allowed to play for a team within 5 miles of their birth place (there's Arsenal relegated then ...) I suppose if Chris was local to my town in Kent and massively involved in the local community I might have a personal reason for supporting him above the others but, as it is, my support will always be based on who entertains me. To suggest that people vote on locality is as crazy as somebody starting a message board campaign to vote for some hard faced bitchy tart for Big Brother winner just because she happened to be from Scotland and surely nobody would be THAT thick would they?!!!

08-11-2009, 14:42	#4
Evilredzebra Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,819	Yes, very near Bromley. I went to school there (same time as Chris) and have worked there as well as appearing on stage at the local theatre. I had never heard of Chris before this year's Strictly so I guess he isn't Mr Local Community worker. But more importantly, he isn't the dancer who entertains me most in the competition so would not get my vote.

08-11-2009, 15:00	#5
.Mimi. Forum Member Join Date: May 2008 Gender: Female Location: Rochester, England Posts: 4,485	I live in Kent. I wouldn't be disapointed to see Chris&Ola win. They've put just as much time and effort into their routines, and they have a great partnership. However, I think the semi final will be Jade&Ian, Ali&Brian and Ricky&Natalie

15-11-2009, 21:22	#10
Bhoy1888 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Craig is going to Blackpool Services: and now you better believe it Posts: 1,024	Well as they all fall by the wayside Chris is getting closer to this winners crown

15-11-2009, 21:28	#11
Paace Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 2,631	He has the support of the apple growers and hop pickers

15-11-2009, 21:37	#13
StrictlyRed Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,702	Bhoy's back.....wondered where you were I'm not from his county, but he's my 3rd favourite behind Natalie and Jade so would be very happy to see him go to the final Was a bit disappointed with that rather silly paso last night though

15-11-2009, 23:34	#14
RowenaObsidian Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 1	I'm from Kent, and I am supporting Chris, but not because he's from Kent, in fact I didn't even realise he was until I saw this thread. I don't really tend to base who I support on where they're from...

16-11-2009, 00:19	#15
johnnyutah Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 240	he shouldn't do cos he is a prize kn*b, but he ticks all the boxes of middle England. He reminds me of that old Fast Show character Colin Hunt - always wanting to be in the limelight. It would appear Strictly voters aren't as discerning as me and they have strangely taken this tool to the bosom of their heart. I thought Tom Chambers was a smug Kent boy, and Hollins is like a caricature of Chambers. Beeb fans are a very English set

16-11-2009, 23:39	#20
quisling Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 1,213	I live just the other side of the Kent border, which puts me in a difficult position because I don't know if I should vote for Chris because in terms of distance he might be the closest celeb to me, or vote for A N Other to get Chris out because there might be some underlying rivalry between our neighbouring counties. Do you think the prevalence of local support is what put Peter Schmeichel out so early in series 4?

17-11-2009, 09:25	#21
CaroUK Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 2,074	Well I'm from Kent too - but that doesn't influence who I vote for (I didn't know Chris was from the County either as I'm not such an anorak as to go and check out the contestant's wiki page or CV before deciding whether or not to support them) As it happens - Chris & Ola (married to a boy from Kent BTW) are my favourite couple and they will get my votes once we get nearer to the final - but they get my support because I love the partnership and they entertain me, not because of where they are from!

17-11-2009, 09:33	#22
Vic Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Durham Posts: 329	I'm from Cumbria we never, ever get anyone local, in anything!! Must be a right talent void up there!