“It was a travesty” — La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec respond to shock low score and signal a major shift in strategy
RuPaul’s Drag Race runner-up La Voix is preparing for a major shift on Strictly Come Dancing after an unexpected drop in scores left both fans and viewers stunned. Following a strong debut that placed her near the top of the leaderboard, week two brought a sudden reversal — and a wave of online support insisting she was “undermarked.”
The dramatic swing has prompted La Voix and her professional partner Aljaž Škorjanec to rethink their approach, with the pair confirming a clear change in focus heading into the next round of the competition.
From Strong Start to Sudden Drop on the Leaderboard
La Voix and Aljaž opened the series on a high, scoring 24 points in week one with their American Smooth to Pink Pony Club by Chappell Roan. The performance was praised for its character, confidence, and theatrical flair.
But the following weekend told a different story. Their Jive to Shakira’s Objection (Tango) earned just 19 points, dropping them into the lower third of the leaderboard and sparking immediate backlash from fans who felt the score didn’t reflect the performance.
“She Thought It Was a Travesty”
Appearing on It Takes Two, La Voix — speaking out of drag as Chris — and Aljaž addressed the disappointment head-on, offering a candid and self-aware breakdown of what went wrong.
* “I think we all saw how it went for her, really,”* Aljaž admitted.
* “She thought it was a travesty — she was expecting 10s across the board.”*
He didn’t shy away from humour either, describing the performance moment bluntly:
* “She looked like a dog peeing against a lamppost. It wasn’t glamorous. It wasn’t the highlight of her career.”*
The honesty struck a chord with viewers, many of whom praised the pair for acknowledging the misstep rather than deflecting criticism.
A Strategic Reset: Less Character, More Technique
According to Aljaž, the timing couldn’t be better for a reset.
* “I think because the first two numbers were so driven by character, it’s the perfect time now to go out there and perform a beautiful waltz,”* he explained.
* “It’s going to be a big change for La Voix — moving away from character-led performances and focusing heavily on technique.”*
The shift marks a deliberate move to show versatility and technical discipline, something judges often look for as the competition progresses.
Fans Rally Behind La Voix
While the judges were divided, the audience was not. Social media quickly filled with messages supporting La Voix, many calling the week two score unfair.
Comments included:
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* “How was this a 19 when others got more?”*
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* “I think she was undermarked — bless her.”*
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* “Under marked and still so joyful.”*
The reaction suggests that despite the dip in points, La Voix’s connection with viewers remains strong — a crucial factor as public votes become increasingly important.
La Voix vs Chris: Two Very Different Energies
La Voix herself offered insight into the contrast between her drag persona and her off-stage self, acknowledging that balance is key.
* “The difference is, I am genuinely just a normal person,”* she said.
* “I like my mix of crazy moments and nice moments. La Voix is just one energy — it’s all about her.”*
She added with trademark wit:
* “She thinks she’s saving Strictly. She doesn’t realise she actually needs to work a little bit harder.”*
What Comes Next
With a technical ballroom routine on the horizon and a renewed focus on fundamentals, La Voix appears determined to prove she’s more than a character performer. The coming weeks will reveal whether the strategy pays off — but if fan support is anything to go by, she’s far from losing momentum.
One thing is clear: this “travesty” may turn out to be the turning point that defines La Voix’s Strictly journey.
