Strictly fans 'heartbroken' as George Clarke makes sad admission about debutFans said they 'felt bad' following George's commentsView Image George Clarke said he watched the launch show with "no one" (Image: Getty Images for AELTC)Strictly Come Dancing fans have said they feel sorry for contestant George Clarke after he revealed that he watched the pre-recorded launch show alone at home. ‌Speaking on his podcast, The Useless Hotline, he told co-host Max Baledge: "So I watched it at home with no one. George went on to explain that his co-stars were watching the show with family and friends, while he had no one. ‌Fans took to the comments to say how they felt sorry for George, with one writing: "Why do I feel bad?" Ahead of announcing that he was taking part in this year's series, George confirmed he was dating model Yasmin Amelia.