Fresh off her fourth-place, she is already caught up in a British TV storm over. The Australian star just wants to dance, but the local audience won’t make it easy.
The drama refuses to leave the Eurovision world, and this time, one of the most beloved stars of the recent contest is in the spotlight. Only recently did we see Australia’s representative, Delta Goodrem, snatch a respectable fourth place in the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 with her massive hit “Eclipse“, bringing Australia 287 points and waves of praise. But instead of resting on her laurels, Goodrem dove straight into particularly deep and turbulent waters in the United Kingdom.
The official announcement of Goodrem’s participation in the upcoming season of the British version of ‘Dancing with the Stars’ (Strictly Come Dancing) was broadcast earlier than usual, igniting a wave of harsh criticism and crossfire directed at both the singer and the BBC.
The Big ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ Shake-up
To understand why the British public is furious, one needs to look at what is happening behind the scenes at the BBC. The British version of ‘Dancing with the Stars’ is currently undergoing a massive reorganization and shake-up that has frayed the nerves of die-hard fans. Legendary hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have been replaced by a new team, alongside a mass departure of the show’s familiar professional dancers and drastic changes to the famous studio.
Amid all this public tension, the BBC’s decision to drop in an international pop star of Goodrem’s caliber, who is already used to massive Eurovision stages and complex live performances, was met with mixed feelings. Many viewers argue on social media that this represents an ‘unfair advantage’ over local celebrities, and that Delta’s proven stage skills undermine the show’s sporting spirit.
The Fan That Drove Britain Crazy
As if the flames surrounding her unfair advantage were not enough, the drama reached an especially embarrassing peak this week, right during a festive interview intended to promote Delta’s music and address the rumors surrounding the British ‘Strictly Come Dancing’.
Goodrem was a guest on the popular morning show ‘Good Morning Britain’ on the British television network ITV. During the interview, the production aired a video clip from Delta’s performance at the LGBTQ+ music festival Mighty Hoopla in London. However, due to an oversight by the editors, a frame was broadcast showing an enthusiastic fan in the crowd waving a hand fan with the most blatant and severe curse word in the English language (the C-word) written on it in bold, prominent letters. Yes, the exact same word that was censored for Miriana Conte at Eurovision 2025.
Many Brits watching the family morning show were horrified. Social media was flooded with complaints, forcing ITV executives to issue an official apology: ‘The network acknowledges that this was a serious human error. We apologize to viewers for broadcasting offensive language at this hour, and the clip has been immediately removed from our streaming service.
Social Media Goes Wild: “They Should Have Checked the Clip”
Despite the live on-air blunder, it was the users on X (formerly Twitter) who turned the event into a viral and hilarious sensation. Viewers and fans flooded the platform with amused tweets, with many noting it was one of the funniest and most bizarre moments seen on British television in a long time, especially due to the wild contrast between the crude curse word and Delta’s gentle nature and clean, sweet image.
One viral tweet that gained a lot of traction summed up the situation with humor: “Oops, someone probably should have looked at that clip before putting it on air“.
Will this viral drama help Delta soften the hearts of the tough British public, or will the backlash against her participation in the BBC’s dance reality show only intensify?
Watch Delta’s performance at the LGBTQ+ music festival, Mighty Hoopla, and the famous hand fan:
Australia at Eurovision 2026
“Eclipse” was the song performed by singer Delta Goodrem, who represented Australia in Vienna, Austria. The song, which finished in a spectacular fourth place with 287 points, was co-written by Delta Goodrem, Ferras Alqaisi, Jonas Myrin, and Michael Fatkin. The song was performed entirely in English.
Eurovision 2026: This was Australia’s 11th participation in Eurovision. Australia joined the competition in 2015 and got its best result at Eurovision 2016 when singer Dami Im got second place with her song “Sound of Silence”.
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Writer and content creator at EuroMix, providing cultural insights into the world of Eurovision. Talor is a second-generation Eurovision enthusiast who grew up attending family viewing parties. The 1999 Eurovision, at just five years old, was the event that shaped his love for the contest. He holds a BA degree in Culture – Creation and Production, and his articles combine academic knowledge with a passion for pop and trash, appreciating humor and clever references in the competition’s songs. He specializes in cultural and social analysis, offering in-depth commentary.
Outside the Eurovision world, Talor works as an independent content and media manager.
