Because life is stressful. Work is hard. The news is bleak.
For one hour, you get to care about whether a celebrity can do a proper paso doble. It’s glorious escapism.
You will laugh. You might cry. You will definitely eat too many biscuits.
The final thought
Set your timer. Get your snacks. 7:20 PM, BBC One.
The glitter is waiting. The tears are ready. The bananana crew is on standby.
See you on the sofa. Let’s hope your favourite survives the sparkly massacre.