I'd do anything - Ashley runs for the bus

The curtain has finally fallen for Ashley Russell, who had to leave the race for the role of Nancy this week. While general opinion was that she outshone Niamh in their singoff, it was not enough for Andrew Lloyd Webber. After their rendition of "Don't cry for me Argentina" he admitted he'd been harsh on Ashley. Nevertheless he saved Niamh, even though he admitted she was not mature enough to sing "Don't cry for me Argentina" as it should be sung. To the surprise of many, ALW did say he would like to work with Ashley again and there are rumours that he has offered her a West End role - maybe he'll throw a free Oyster pass in to the deal...

The results show also featured a stunt mission with John Barrowman, in which most girls did well. Niamh got to sing "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" with the Olivers and all six girls sang "Nobody does it better", keeping with the stunt/James Bond theme. When asked who was NOT their Nancy, John Barrowman named Jessie, Denise van Outen said Ashley and Barry Humphries stated Rachel. All girls were really upset when Ashley left and things will probably get even more difficult now that there are only five left. Be sure to let us know who you think will have to leave the competition next week on our forum!