Writer JK Rowling has showered praise on Strictly Come Dancing hopeful Susan Calman, lauding her Wonder Woman-inspired dance as the best television she has ever seen.
Calman delighted the audience with her performance on the BBC One contest’s movie-themed week on Saturday, dancing the first samba of the series with partner Kevin Clifton.
💥 @SusanCalman, a hero in your satin tights, fighting for your rights. WONDER WOMAN! @keviclifton #Strictly pic.twitter.com/mU1hrW5EOO
— BBC Strictly✨ (@bbcstrictly) October 7, 2017
She swapped the traditional man-woman positions when she span Clifton on the floor and the pair included Beyonce’s signature body-pump move.
Rowling, who Tweeted earlier that she had tuned in late and hoped she had not missed Calman, commented: “@SusanCalman That might have been the best thing I’ve ever seen on television. #StrictlyComeDancing2017.”
.@SusanCalman That might have been the best thing I've ever seen on television.#StrictlyComeDancing2017
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) October 7, 2017
Other fans joined in her praise, with Graeme Shield commenting: “Can’t stop smiling. Wonder(ful) Woman!”
Can’t stop smiling. Wonder(ful) Woman!
— Graeme Shield (@GraemeShield) October 7, 2017
It’s just so JOYOUS!
— super TV 24/7 (@superTV247) October 7, 2017
That’s what Strictly is all about. Someone with no dance experience giving their all and bringing so much joy. Got my vote 😀
— Angie (@angie_46) October 7, 2017
Calman then sealed her performance with a kiss, planting a lipsticked smack on judge Craig Revel Horwood’s cheek before receiving a total score of 20 from the panel.