Anton Du Beke crossed over the dancefloor tonight to take the judging seat in place of Motsi Mabuse.
Motsi is currently self isolating for two weeks after travelling to Germany for an "urgent reason".
Anton will be taking her place for the next two weeks and took to his new role with joy.
The professional dancer has been on Strictly since 2004, but tonight marks his first time judging.
Tonight Anton, who was eliminated in the first week of this year's series, was incredibly enthusiastic as he fawned over HRVY'S dance.
Anton praised him extensively and viewers at home thought Anton resembled former head judge Len Goodman, more than just a little.
Paul said: "Anton is basically Len 2:0."
Dee said: "ANTON IS LEN and I'm here for it."
Fern said: "Anton as a judge reminds me of the good old days with Len."
Chris Wardle said: "Anton is the next Len Goodman...after he has finally won strictly please give him the chair."
And Boeleke said: "It is like Len is back. Love Anton."
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Hosts Tess Daley and Claudia Winkleman also addressed Nicola Adams departure.
Nicola was forced to leave the competition after her dance partner Katya Jones tested positive for coronavirus.
The pair reassured viewers that the pair were "both feeling fine" and were "self isolating separately" in line with government guidance.
Tess and Claudia said the pair were watching at home and that they were "sending all of our love" to them.
*Strictly Come Dancing continues next Saturday on BBC1
