Tonight’s semi-final on BBC One saw the public vote force Arlene to pick one of her team to strut off the DanceX stage for the very last time.

Tonight’s disco-themed show saw Arlene choose between her group members for the second week in a row.

In the last show to see a single person eliminated, Arlene picked the two contestants she considered to be the weakest performers in her group to compete directly against each other for the chance to stay in the competition.

Arlene chose Ashley and Kalvin, who then had to sing and dance one more time. After their performances Arlene said: “This is so hard because neither of them deserve to go. But I’m pushed into this decision, so it’s going to be Kalvin.

Kalvin said after his eviction: “For me, entering this competition was to build my confidence and for my family. I’m just blessed to have made it this far.”

Next week, the two final groups will perform for the last time. Only one of them will be crowned the DanceX champions, winning a record contract and nationwide tour, supporting a best-selling artist.