Saturday 24 September 2022 07:56 PM Strictly Come Dancing 2022: Shirley Ballas suffers technical blunder while ... trends now Strictly Come Dancing 2022 kicked off its first live show in style on Saturday, with all 15 couples taking to the floor to perform their first ever competitive dance of the series. However, despite a fabulous start, the show hit a technical hitch as Shirley Ballas' paddle failed to match the board while scoring Tyler West and his partner Dianne Buswell. In spite of the issue, radio DJ Tyler earned a standing ovation from his favourite judge following his emotional American Smooth to to Falling by Harry Styles, which featured a stunning Angel lift. Whoops! Despite a fabulous start, the first Strictly Come Dancing show if the series hit a technical hitch as Shirley Ballas' paddle failed to match the board while scoring Tyler West and his partner Dianne Buswell Commenting on Tyler's performance, Shirley said: 'Any girl would feel very safe doing lifts with you', before adding that 'the atmosphere you created was stunning'. She then want on to give him tips on his footwork. Shirley was so impressed that when it came to the scoring, she attempted to give him a 7, but on screen said a different story as it came up with 6 points. Amid rumblings of confusion in the crowd, host Claudia Winkleman was forced to clarify Shirley's score, with the judge admitting she made a mistake amid her excitement, before confirming that she scored 7 points. Kicking off the show was Kym Marsh and Graziano Di Prima, with the pair looking fabulous in bright yellow ensembles while dancing an energetic Jive to Yes by Merry Clayton Nice job: Commenting on Tyler's performance, Shirley said: 'Any girl would feel very safe doing lifts with you', before adding that 'the atmosphere you created was stunning'. She then want on to give him tips on his footwork Loved it: In spite of the issue, radio DJ Tyler earned a standing ovation from his favourite judge following his emotional American Smooth to to Falling by Harry Styles, which featured a stunning Angel lift Commenting on the performance, head judge Shirley Ballas enthused: 'What a way to open the show!' before adding that she thought the former Coronation Street star 'did remarkably well' Anton Du Beke told Kym that it was 'absolutely wonderful' and that he 'really really loved it'. The dancer went on to praise her for her technique, saying that it made the routine look so clean, but warned her to work on her spins. Ever the pessimist, Craig Revel Horwood got his first boos of the series as he moaned that it was 'all a bit sluggish', telling the star she needed 'more energy' and needed to be up on her toes more. However, on a positive note, he added that he didn't agree with Anton, saying that her spins were very good. Confirmation: Amid rumblings of confusion in the crowd, host Claudia Winkleman was forced to clarify Shirley's score, with the judge admitting she made a mistake amid her excitement, before confirming that she scored 7 points Fantastic: Tyler and Dianne left everyone impressed with their emotional American Smooth, scoring 22 points Atmospheric: Tyler and Dionne brought the emotion to their first dance of the series Wow: The duo brought their all to the dancefloor during the American Smooth While Motsi Mabuse remarked that she looked 'comfortable' on the dancefloor, and asked her to bring the confidence and the energy for her next dance. Kym and Graziano's first dance of the series earned them 23 points. The dazzling series opener kicked off with a colourful carnival-inspired dance from the professionals set to Chaka Khan's Ain't No Body, before they were joined on the dancefloor by the judges Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke. Fabulous: Kicking off the show was Kym Marsh and Graziano Di Prima, with the pair looking fabulous in bright yellow ensembles while dancing an energetic Jive to Yes by Merry Clayton Kicking and flicking: Commenting on the performance, head judge Shirley Ballas enthused: 'What a way to open the show!' before adding that she thought the former Coronation Street star 'did remarkably well' While hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman descended from the ceiling on a fabulous feather-adorned float while showing off their dance moves. It comes after the postponed launch show finally aired on Friday after being delayed due to Queen Elizabeth II's funeral. It had originally been due to air on September 17, but had been postponed due to it being just two days before the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, which took place on September 19. The United Kingdom was placed in a period of mourning on September 8 after Buckingham Palace announced the Queen's passing, with much of BBC's schedule filled with rolling coverage of events leading to her funeral. Let's do this! Strictly Come Dancing 2022 kicked off its first live show in style on Saturday, with all 15 couples taking to the floor to perform their first ever competitive dance of the series And Strictly ensured it kicked off the series with a bang as the 15 celebrities finally found out who their professional partners were. Among the pairings, reigning champion Giovanni Pernice formed one of two same-sex pairings this series, as he took to the floor with Richie Anderson. While comedian Jayde Adams will perform with Karen Hauer. Elsewhere, Helen Skelton was paired with Gorka Marquez after becoming a last-minute addition to the show, while Katya Jones has been partnered with footballer Tony Adams. They've got the moves! The series opener also featured two incredible performances from the Strictly professionals The series opener also featured two incredible performances from the Strictly professionals, as well as the return of reigning champion Rose Ayling-Ellis, and a music performance from John Legend who performed his new single All She Wanna Do. Joining Claudia and Giovanni on the sofa ahead of their comeback dance, Rose told how it was 'lovely' to be back on the show while expressing her shock that it had been a year since she took part. She added that training for her return dance with Giovanni made her realise how much she 'missed' training with him, while the Italian hunk added that the few hours they danced together once again was 'magical'. This series will be the first in three years to be broadcast without Covid measures, which forced bosses to introduce restrictions including 'bubbles' for training and limited audience numbers. Yes! This series will be the first in three years to be broadcast without Covid measures, which forced bosses to introduce restrictions including 'bubbles' for training and limited audience numbers Series 20 of Strictly will see its stars celebrate 100 years of the BBC with a special themed week this year. To mark the centenary, the Strictly couples will either dance 'to a theme tune from an iconic BBC programme or in tribute to one of the BBC's most-loved services'. The anniversary show is also set to feature two special routines by the professionals – one will honour the BBC's Natural History Programming unit, while the other will see the dancers 'crashing' some flagship shows. Strictly Come Dancing continues Saturday at 6.30pm on BBC One. Keeep dancing! Strictly Come Dancing continues Saturday at 6.30pm on BBC One Strictly Come Dancing 2022: Who are the couples? HELEN SKELTON AND GORKA MARQUEZ Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez Celebrity's age: 39 Profession: TV and radio broadcaster Helen says: 'I'm really excited to get stuck into a fun adventure. My family and friends have always loved the show and can't wait for me to get started' ELLIE SIMMONDS AND NIKITA KUZMIN Ellie Simmonds and Nikita Guzman Celebrity's age: 27 Profession: Former athlete Ellie says: 'To be asked to be part of the Strictly family is just so exciting and I cannot wait, it's going to so much fun.' ELLIE TAYLOR AND JOHANNES RADEBE Ellie Taylor and Johannes Radebe Celebrity's age: 38 Profession: Comedian Ellie says: 'Well, cover me in fake tan and roll me in sequins! I'm absolutely over the moon to be a part of Strictly 2022!' FLEUR EAST AND VITO COPPOLA Fleur East and Vito Coppola Celebrity's age: 34 Profession: Singer Fleur says: 'I'm equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this year's Strictly line up. I'm excited to learn new skills and I want to soak up every moment of this magical experience.' JAMES BYE AND AMY DOWDEN James Bye and Amy Dowden Celebrity's age: 38 Profession: EastEnders actor James says 'I'm not known for my shimmy or my twinkle toes - in fact my kids regularly laugh at my dad dancing but it's an honour to be asked and I'm going to give it my best shot.' JAYDE ADAMS AND KAREN HAUER Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer Celebrity's age: 37 Profession: Comedian Jayde says: 'I've been a massive fan of the show for years. I feel like I'm watching myself in a dream and I can't believe I've manifested this.' TYLER WEST AND DIANNE BUSWELL Tyler West and Dianne Buswell Celebrity's age: 26 Profession: Radio DJ Tyler says: 'It's a show that means so much to me and my family and I can't wait to seriously shake a leg on that shiny dance floor… with a side of sequins.' HAMZA YASSIN AND JOWITA PRZYSTAL Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal Celebrity's age: 35 Profession: Wildlife cameraman and presenter Hamza says: 'I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. Never in a million years did I think I’d be on such a cool show.' RICHIE ANDERSON AND GIOVANNI PERNICE Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice Celebrity's age: 34 Profession: Radio presenter Richie says: 'This is a dream come true! I cannot wait to get in those sparkles and sequins and shimmy across the most famous dance floor in the world!' KYM MARSH AND GRAZIANO DI PRIMA Kym Marsh and Graziano Di Prima Celebrity's age: 46 Profession: Coronation Street star and presenter Kym says: 'I'm so delighted that this year they have! I'm a huge fan of the show and can't believe I'm going to go from watching at home in my pyjamas to actually dancing in front of the judges in a glittery dress.' MATT GOSS AND NADIYA BYCHKOVA Matt Goss and Nadiya Bychkova Celebrity's age: 53 Profession: Singer Matt says: 'I've been reclusive, I come and work and then go back to America. I thought, it's time for me to come home and get out of my own way' MOLLY RAINFORD AND CARLOS GU Molly Rainford and Carlos Gu Age: 21 Profession: Singer Molly says: 'I already know it's gonna be an experience of a lifetime and I can't wait to meet the rest of the Strictly family I'll be sharing it with.' WILL MELLOR AND NANCY XU Will Mellor and Nancy Xu Celebrity's age: 46 Profession: Actor Will says: 'I know it will be a huge challenge but that's what life is all about. This is also my Mum's favourite show and she's had a really tough few years so I'm doing this is for her as well. Bring it on!' TONY ADAMS AND KATYA JONES Tony Adams and Katya Jones Celebrity's age: 55 Profession: Retired footballer and manager Tony says: 'To say I’m excited is an understatement - the lure of the sequins and the call of the salsa has me swapping my battered old football boots for a set of Strictly soft shoes' KAYE ADAMS AND KAI WIDDRINGTON Kaye Adams and Kai Widdrington Celebrity's age: 59 Profession: Television presenter Kaye says: 'I said I wanted to make the last year of my fifties memorable and i can't think of a better way of doing it than showing the world my two left feet. Pray for me!' Advertisement All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility